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Start the conversation before ordering. Give staff time to discuss ingredients and preparation with the kitchen.

A practical starting point

  1. Explain that you need ingredient information before ordering.
  2. Show your selected foods to the server.
  3. Ask about sauces, garnishes and preparation.
  4. If the kitchen cannot confirm the information you need, do not treat the card as reassurance.
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This preset includes a travel and dining checklist in the Detailed kit. You choose any severe-reaction or cross-contact statements yourself.

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FOOD ALLERGY CARD

食物アレルギー

以下の食品にアレルギーがあります。

I am allergic to the following foods:
落花生（ピーナッツ）Peanuts

これらの食材が含まれているか確認してください。

Please check whether these ingredients are present.
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Ingredient reference

  • Peanuts / 落花生（ピーナッツ） — Peanut butter, peanut flour and peanut sauces are examples to discuss with staff.

Questions for the restaurant

  • Can you check the full ingredient list with the kitchen?
  • Are these foods in the sauces, stocks, seasonings or garnishes?
  • How are shared utensils, surfaces and cooking oil handled?
  • Please tell me if you cannot confirm the ingredients or preparation.

Restaurant handoff checklist

  • Ask the server to share the selected foods with the cook before ordering. Confirm the full recipe and preparation, including sauces and garnishes.
  • Show the card before ordering; discuss the actual dish.
  • Follow your healthcare professional’s advice and personal emergency plan.
  • Personal notes are not translated. Have the wording checked before use.
  • Content version: 2026-10-17.1
  • Official source: https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-food-labeling-and-critical-foods/food-allergies
  • Official source: https://www.cfs.gov.hk/english/trade_zone/safe_kitchen/Food_allergens.html
  • Official source: https://www.caa.go.jp/en/policy/food_labeling/
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