HND → ASJ

Yokohama Cityscape

Clear views of the Minato Mirai 21 district and the massive urban sprawl of Kanagawa Prefecture.

Mount Fuji

The undisputed highlight, appearing roughly 15-20 minutes after takeoff as the plane skirts the southern side of the peak.

Suruga Bay

Deep blue waters of Japan's deepest bay with the Southern Alps visible in the background.

Kii Peninsula

Aerial perspective of the UNESCO-listed mountainous forests and dramatic coastal cliffs of Wakayama.

Yakushima

The mist-shrouded, UNESCO-protected ancient cedar forests and high peaks of Yakushima visible before the final descent.

Amami Coastline

Lush green mountains plunging into the emerald waters of the Amami Oshima island chain during the landing sequence.

Tokyo Bay

Vibrant views of Tokyo's industrial ports, crossing ships, and the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line bridge system shortly after takeoff.

Izu Islands

A chain of volcanic islands stretching south into the Pacific, including Izu Oshima and Niijima visible in the distance.

Tanegashima

Aerial views of the island home to Japan's primary space center, often visible on the approach path south.

Pacific Coral Reefs

Shallow turquoise waters and coral formations become visible as the plane descends toward Amami Oshima.