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Direction Particles: に / へ / を

These three particles indicate direction and movement. Understanding when to use each is key to natural Japanese.

にDestination / Direction / Time / Location (existence)
Go to Tokyo.
Arrived at the station.
Wake up at 3 o'clock.
There are books at the library.
へDirection (toward) — more literary/formal than に
Go toward Japan.
Please turn right.
をObject of action / Route of movement
Eat an apple. (object)
Run through the park. (route)
Cross the bridge. (route)

Quick Quiz

Question 1 of 10
Which particle marks the destination of movement?
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