Translation guide
The English interjection "atishoo" represents the sound of a sneeze. In Japanese, sneeze sounds are expressed with onomatopoeia, and there are also set phrases said after someone sneezes.
The sound made when sneezing
The most common onomatopoeia for a sneeze in Japanese, similar to 'achoo' or 'atishoo'.
ハクション！
Atishoo!
A softer, cuter sneeze sound, often used for small sneezes or in manga/anime.
クシュン！
Atishoo!
A more emphatic or drawn-out sneeze sound, sometimes used for comedic effect.
へっくしょん！
Atishoo!
What to say when someone sneezes
Literally 'take care of yourself,' used after someone sneezes as a polite expression of concern, similar to 'bless you' or 'gesundheit.'
In Japanese culture, it is common not to say anything after someone sneezes, especially among strangers or in formal settings. Saying nothing is perfectly acceptable and often preferred.
（何も言わない）
(Say nothing)