Question
I’m planning to travel by train in Japan for the first time. I’ve heard a lot about the Japanese train system being punctual and efficient. However, I want to be sure I’m on the right train. How do I ask “Is this the train to Tokyo?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
この電車（でんしゃ）は東京（とうきょう）行（い）きですか。
Kono densha wa Tōkyō yuki desuka?
Is this the train to Tokyo?
This handy phrase can ensure you are on the right train when traveling in Japan. “Kono” means “this”; “densha” means “train”; and “Tokyo yuki” means “bound for Tokyo”. By using this structure, you can replace “Tōkyō” with other destination names to verify your route. Simply ask if you are on the correct transport by saying “kono densha wa destination yuki desuka?”
Don’t hesitate to use this phrase, as it can help you avoid getting lost during your travel.
