Translation guide
A sunshade is something that blocks sunlight, either held by a person (like a parasol) or installed on a building, car, or outdoor area. Japanese distinguishes between portable sunshades (umbrellas for sun) and fixed structures (awnings, blinds, car shades).
A handheld umbrella used to block the sun, typically by a person outdoors.
The standard word for a parasol or sun umbrella. Used specifically for blocking sunlight, not rain.
In summer, many people use parasols.
This parasol has UV-blocking treatment.
Loanword from 'parasol', often used for larger, sometimes stationary sun umbrellas like those at outdoor cafes or beaches, but can also refer to handheld ones.
We set up a parasol on the beach.
A structure attached to a building, like an awning over a window or storefront, that blocks sunlight.
General term for anything that blocks the sun, including awnings, blinds, or sunshades. Often used for fixed structures.
I installed a sunshade on the window.
Loanword for 'awning', specifically a retractable fabric cover over a window or door.
Refers to eaves or a small roof-like projection over a window or door, providing shade. More architectural than 'sunshade'.
A reflective panel placed inside a car windshield to block sunlight and reduce heat.
A freestanding or attached structure in a garden or patio that provides shade, like a pergola or shade sail.
Means 'shade' or 'shady spot'. Not a physical object, but often used to describe the area under a sunshade. For the structure itself, use 日除け.
We rested in the shade of a tree.
Loanword for 'shade', often used for shade sails or fabric shades in gardens.
Loanword for 'pergola', a specific type of garden structure with crossbeams and often climbing plants.
日傘 (higasa) is specifically for sun protection, while 傘 (kasa) is a general umbrella for rain. Using 傘 for sun is possible but 日傘 is more precise. 雨傘 (amagasa) explicitly means rain umbrella.
It looks like rain, so I'll take an umbrella.
The sun was strong, so I put up a parasol.
日除け (hiyoke) is a versatile word that can refer to awnings, blinds, sunshades, or anything that blocks the sun. When in doubt, 日除け is a safe choice for fixed sunshades.
There is a sunshade awning in front of the store.
オーニングを広げて日差しを遮った。
We extended the awning to block the sunlight.
This house has deep eaves and stays cool.
We put up a shade sail in the garden.
We placed a bench under the pergola.