“Hairdresser” in Japanese
Short answer
Hairdresser in Japanese is “髪結い” (kamiyui). Full meaning: hairdresser, hairdressing.
Other ways to say “Hairdresser” in Japanese
床山
tokoyama hairdresser (for sumo wrestlers and actors), wigmaker (for actors); hairdressing room (Edo-period kabuki)
理美容師
ribiyoushi hairdresser, beautician, cosmetician
理容師
riyoushi barber, hairdresser
髪結
kamiyui hairdresser, hairdressing
美容師
biyoushi beautician, cosmetician, hairdresser, hair stylist
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