紙袋(かみぶくろ)

紙袋(かみぶくろ) is commonly used for gifts and higher-end purchases.

Common patterns

• 紙袋(かみぶくろ)に入(い)れる (to put in a paper bag)
• 紙袋(かみぶくろ)をお付(つ)けしますか (Shall I include a paper bag?)

Usage

• Department stores and brand shops usually provide one; many other shops now charge a few yen
• Used for gifts as it looks more presentable
• Some people collect branded paper bags

Related words

• ビニール袋(ぶくろ): plastic bag
• 手提(てさ)げ袋(ぶくろ): shopping bag with handles