Translation guide
A charge for canceling a reservation, appointment, or contract. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with キャンセル料 (kyanseru-ryō) or 解約手数料 (kaiyaku tesūryō) depending on context.
cancellation fee (general)
cancellation fee (contract)
The fee charged when canceling a booking or reservation.
The most common and versatile term for a cancellation fee, used in hotels, restaurants, events, and many service bookings.
How much is the hotel cancellation fee?
A direct loan from English, often used in business or formal contexts, but less common than キャンセル料.
A penalty or handling charge for terminating a contract or subscription early.
Specifically refers to a fee for canceling a contract or subscription, such as a mobile phone plan or gym membership.
How much is the cancellation fee?
This plan has no cancellation fee.
A penalty fee for breaking a contract, often used in legal or formal contexts. Can sound more severe than 解約手数料.
The fee charged when canceling a flight booking.
キャンセル料 is the most general term for cancellation fees in everyday situations (hotels, restaurants). 解約手数料 is specifically for canceling contracts or subscriptions. 取消料 is often used for tickets and formal reservations, especially in transportation.
restaurant cancellation fee
gym cancellation fee
Shinkansen cancellation fee
The cancellation fee for the day before is 50%.
A cancellation fee may be charged.
中途解約の場合、違約金が発生します。
If you cancel mid-contract, a penalty fee will be charged.
Low-cost carrier cancellation fees are high.