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Grammar Particles

Japanese Particle へ (e)

The particle is used for: Direction of Movement (JLPT N5). The particle 'へ' (written as 'he', pronounced 'e') points to the direction or heading of movement, rather than the final endpoint.

Context Example

京都[へ]向かっています。
Kyoto e mukatte imasu.
We are heading towards Kyoto. (Role: Direction)
Which particle matches the function "Direction of Movement" (e.g. inside "京都[ ]向かっています。")?
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