Formal — to staff
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〇〇へ行きたいのですが、一番近い出口はどちらですか?
〇〇へいきたいのですが、いちばんちかいでぐちはどちらですか?
I'd like to go to [Landmark], which exit is the closest?
Romaji: Maru maru e ikitai no desu ga, ichiban chikai deguchi wa dochira desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Maru maru deshitara, ē-surī deguchi ga benri desu.
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〇〇でしたら、A3出口が便利です。
〇〇でしたら、エースリーでぐちがべんりです。
If it's [Landmark], Exit A3 is convenient.
Gesture & etiquette
Point vaguely in the direction of exits, or towards a map.
Always clearly state the name of your destination (e.g., 'Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden' instead of just 'park'). Be prepared to show it on a map or phone.
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