Translation guide
The English word 'aisle' refers to a passageway between rows of seats, shelves, or other structures. In Japanese, the translation depends on the context: whether it's in a store, on a vehicle, in a church, or in a theater.
aisle (general)
The passage between shelves or displays where customers walk.
General word for passageway or aisle in a store, station, or building.
Excuse me, this aisle is narrow, isn't it?
Refers to a sales area or section, often used when giving directions in a store. Not exactly 'aisle' but used in similar contexts.
The corridor between seats in a vehicle.
Same word as for store aisles. Commonly used for vehicle aisles.
The central passage leading to the altar, often used in ceremonies.
Still the general term, but in a church context it's understood as the central aisle.
The passage between sections of seats.
Again, the general term works perfectly.
通路 (つうろ) is the safest and most common translation for 'aisle' in almost any context. It covers stores, vehicles, churches, and theaters. You rarely need a different word.
売り場 (うりば) means 'sales area' or 'section' and is used when referring to a department or category of goods. 通路 is the physical walkway. In a supermarket, you might hear both: '3番通路' (aisle 3) or 'お菓子売り場' (snack section).
Excuse me, which aisle has the rice?
Snacks are in aisle 3.
パン売り場はどこですか？
Where is the bread aisle?
An aisle seat, please.
The airplane aisle is narrow.
Means 'aisle side' and is the standard way to request an aisle seat.
Is there an aisle seat available?
The bride walked down the aisle.
Loanword from 'virgin road', specifically the aisle a bride walks down in a wedding. Common in wedding contexts.
Walking down the aisle was my dream.
The theater aisle was dark.
飛行機では通路側の席がいいです。
I prefer an aisle seat on the plane.