Translation guide
A rickshaw is a light, two-wheeled passenger cart pulled by a person. In Japanese, the most common term is 人力車 (jinrikisha), but other terms exist depending on context or region.
The standard word for a rickshaw, used in most contexts.
The standard Japanese word for rickshaw. Literally 'human-powered vehicle'. Used in modern contexts, especially for tourist rickshaws.
I rode a rickshaw in Asakusa.
A single kanji for rickshaw, often used in traditional or literary contexts. Can also refer to the vehicle itself or the rickshaw puller's profession.
to pull a rickshaw
Referring to the person who pulls the rickshaw.
A rickshaw pulled by a bicycle or tricycle, common in some Asian countries.
A motorized three-wheeled rickshaw, common in South and Southeast Asia.
Loanword from English 'auto rickshaw'. Widely understood for motorized three-wheelers.
Auto rickshaws are convenient in India.
Specifically refers to the Thai tuk-tuk, but often used generically for similar vehicles in Southeast Asia.
I rode a tuk-tuk in Bangkok.
人力車 is the safest term for a traditional person-pulled rickshaw, especially in Japan. For motorized versions, use オートリキシャ or the local term like トゥクトゥク.
He works as a rickshaw puller.
I went to the market by cycle rickshaw.