Translation guide
In Japanese, the concept of an 'official notice' is expressed through various terms depending on the context, such as formal announcements from authorities, public notifications, or legal documents. The most common and versatile term is お知らせ (oshirase), but more formal or specific terms like 通知 (tsūchi) or 告示 (kokuji) are used in official or legal settings.
To inform someone of something in a neutral or polite manner, such as a notice from a company, school, or local government.
Polite and widely used for general announcements, such as event notices, service changes, or public information. Suitable for both written and spoken contexts.
イベントの中止についてお知らせがあります。
There is an official notice regarding the cancellation of the event.
Formal term for a notification, often used in official, legal, or administrative contexts. Can refer to a written notice or an electronic notification.
市役所から税金の通知が届きました。
I received an official notice about taxes from the city hall.
Often used for informational notices or guidance, such as event details or instructions. Less formal than 通知, but still polite.
説明会の案内をメールで送りました。
I sent an official notice about the information session by email.
A formal public announcement issued by a government body, often published in an official gazette or bulletin.
Official public notice issued by a government agency, such as a ministry or local government. Often used in legal contexts and published in official gazettes.
新しい法律の施行に関する告示が出されました。
An official notice regarding the enforcement of the new law was issued.
Similar to 告示, but often used for public announcements by government or public institutions, such as election results or public project bids.
A physical or digital document that serves as an official communication, often from an organization to an individual.
A formal written notice, such as a letter from a company, government office, or court. Emphasizes the document itself.
解雇の通知書を受け取りました。
I received an official notice of dismissal.
An official directive or circular issued within an organization or from a higher authority to subordinates. Often used in business or government.
A notice posted in a public place for general information, such as on a bulletin board or website.
A notice posted on a bulletin board, wall, or website. Common in schools, offices, and public facilities.
掲示板に休館のお知らせが掲示されていました。
An official notice about the closure was posted on the bulletin board.
A public notice or advertisement, often used for legal announcements, public auctions, or corporate disclosures.
お知らせ is the most common and polite term for general announcements. 通知 is more formal and often used for official or legal notifications. 告示 is specifically for government proclamations published in official gazettes. Use お知らせ for everyday situations, 通知 for formal written notices, and 告示 for legal/governmental contexts.
The official notice of the election schedule was announced.
本社から新しい規則の通達がありました。
There was an official notice from headquarters about the new regulations.
会社の合併に関する公告が新聞に載りました。
An official notice about the company merger appeared in the newspaper.