Translation guide
In Japanese, the most common way to say 'clothing store' depends on the type of clothing and the context. The general term is 服屋, but more specific words like 洋服店 or ブティック are used for certain styles. Department stores and shopping centers also have clothing sections.
A shop that sells clothes, typically casual or everyday wear.
The most common and casual word for a clothing store. It can refer to any shop that sells clothes, from small boutiques to larger stores.
I bought a new shirt at that clothing store.
A slightly more formal term for a clothing store, often used for Western-style clothing shops. It can be used in signs or business names.
A new clothing store opened in front of the station.
A formal term for a store selling clothing and sometimes other textile goods. Often used in business contexts or directories.
There are many clothing stores on this street.
A small shop selling fashionable clothes or accessories, often with a curated selection.
A loanword from French, commonly used for a boutique or small fashion store. It implies a stylish, often higher-end selection.
She bought a dress at a boutique.
A store that carries a curated selection of brands and items, often with a particular style. Very common in Japanese fashion retail.
The clothing department within a larger department store.
Refers to the clothing section in a department store. デパート is a common abbreviation for デパートメントストア.
They're having a sale at the department store clothing section.
A more formal way to say the clothing section of a department store. 百貨店 is the full word for department store.
A store that sells second-hand or vintage clothing.
服屋 is the most casual and widely used. 洋服店 is slightly more formal and often implies Western-style clothing. 衣料品店 is formal and may include other textile goods. Use 服屋 in everyday conversation.
I bought a T-shirt at a local clothing store.
I had a suit made at a clothing store.
Both 店 (てん) and 屋 (や) can mean 'store', but 屋 is more casual and often used for smaller, traditional shops. 店 is more neutral and common in compound words. For clothing stores, 服屋 is the standard casual term, while 洋服店 sounds a bit more formal.
I'm looking for a clothing store.
That clothing store has a good selection.
That select shop always has stylish clothes.
The clothing department is on the 5th floor.
A recycle shop that sells used goods, including clothing. Often larger and may sell other items as well.
Buying clothes at a recycle shop is eco-friendly.