Lost at a train station?

1. 1

   すみません、新宿はどこですか

   sumimasen, shinjuku wa doko desu ka

   The natural way to ask for directions to a station. Start with すみません to get attention, then name the place + は + どこですか.

   Use when looking for the right platform, asking for directions inside a station

   すみません、新宿はどこですか。

   sumimasen, shinjuku wa doko desu ka.

   Excuse me, where is Shinjuku?

2. 2

   何番線ですか

   nanban-sen desu ka

   Asking which platform number. 何番線 means 'which platform number.' Very useful when you know your destination but not which track.

   Use when at a large station, checking platform number, confirming the right track

   何番線ですか。

   nanban-sen desu ka.

   Which platform is it?

3. 3

   この電車は新宿に行きますか

   kono densha wa shinjuku ni ikimasu ka

   Confirming whether you're on the right train. Point to the train and ask この電車は〇〇に行きますか.

   Use when standing on a platform unsure if it's the right train, confirming before boarding

   この電車は新宿に行きますか。

   kono densha wa shinjuku ni ikimasu ka.

   Does this train go to Shinjuku?

4. 4

   ありがとうございます

   arigatō gozaimasu

   Standard polite thank-you. Always close the conversation with this after someone helps you.

   Use when after receiving help, closing any polite interaction

   ありがとうございます。

   arigatō gozaimasu.

   Thank you very much.

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