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CTS → IBR
Which side of the plane to sit from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo) to Hyakuri Airport (Ibaraki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point of the Japanese mainland, featuring the volcanic landscapes of Hokkaido and the dramatic mountain ranges of the Tohoku region.
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Lake Shikotsu
A stunning caldera lake visible shortly after departure from New Chitose, surrounded by active volcanoes.
Tsugaru Strait
View the narrow body of water separating Hokkaido from Honshu as the aircraft crosses into the main island.
Mount Iwate
Look for the majestic, cone-shaped peak known as the 'Nanbu Fuji' as you fly over Iwate Prefecture.
Sendai City
Pass by the largest city in Tohoku, offering a clear view of the urban sprawl and the nearby Matsushima Bay.
Mount Bandai
The iconic 'Fuji of Aizu' is often visible in the distance as the aircraft traverses Fukushima.
For the most scenic experience, book a window seat on the right side. Morning flights are particularly spectacular as the sun illuminates the mountains of Tohoku. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for Lake Shikotsu and again about 30 minutes into the flight for the high peaks of Honshu. Since Ibaraki Airport shares a runway with Hyakuri Air Base, you may also spot military aircraft on the tarmac during taxiing.
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Enjoy the vast, uninterrupted expanse of the Pacific Ocean throughout the majority of the cruise phase.
Sanriku Coast
Observe the jagged and beautiful Rias coastline of the Sanriku region as the flight parallels the shore.
Oarai Coastline
During the descent into Ibaraki, catch views of the sandy beaches and the famous coastal shrines of the Oarai area.
The left side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun which typically moves across the right side of the aircraft. It provides a peaceful view of the ocean, but offers fewer specific landmarks compared to the inland side. During the landing phase at Hyakuri, look for the distinctive coastline of the Kanto region.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 741 km (460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Arrival: IBR (36.181098938000005, 140.414993286)
Route Type: Domestic
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