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HNA → NKM
Which side of the plane to sit from Hanamaki Airport (Hanamaki) to Nagoya Airport (Nagoya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of Japan's mountainous spine, including the Ou Mountains, Lake Inawashiro, and the majestic snow-capped Japanese Alps during the descent into Nagoya.
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Mount Iwate
Dominating the landscape near Hanamaki, this massive stratovolcano is visible immediately after takeoff.
Lake Inawashiro
One of Japan's largest freshwater lakes, located in Fukushima, appears as a brilliant blue mirror amidst the mountains.
The Japanese Alps
Stunning views of the Northern and Central Alps' jagged, snow-dusted peaks as you cross into the Chubu region.
Nagoya Urban Area
A close-up view of the dense urban center and potentially Nagoya Castle during the final approach into Komaki Airport.
Ou Mountain Range
The longest mountain range in Japan provides a continuous backdrop of deep green ridges and valleys.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. For the best photography of the Japanese Alps, midday flights provide the most direct overhead lighting. During the descent into NKM (Komaki), look down for the distinct green moat and towers of Nagoya Castle which often appear on the right-hand approach path.
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Matsushima Bay
View the iconic pine-clad islands near Sendai, recognized as one of Japan's three most scenic views.
Sendai Cityscape
The largest metropolitan area in Tohoku is visible shortly after departure as the plane follows the coastline.
Distant Mt. Fuji
On exceptionally clear days, the silhouette of Mt. Fuji can be spotted on the far southwestern horizon during the mid-flight phase.
Pacific Ocean Coast
The rugged and beautiful coastline of the Kanto and Tohoku regions stretches out towards the horizon.
Choose the left side for early morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Pacific. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff from Hanamaki to catch the Sendai coastal sprawl. While Mt. Fuji is visible, it is quite distant from this flight path, so binoculars or a zoom lens are helpful.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 595 km (370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: HNA (39.4286003112793, 141.13499450683594)
Arrival: NKM (35.255001068115234, 136.92399597167972)
Route Type: Domestic
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