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HND → GAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) to Yamagata Airport (Yamagata)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Tokyo metropolitan area upon departure and spectacular views of the central Japanese Alps and the iconic peaks of the Tohoku region during the descent.
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Tokyo Cityscape
Expansive views of Shinjuku's skyscrapers and the dense urban sprawl of Tokyo and Saitama during the initial climb.
Mount Fuji
On clear days, Japan's iconic peak is visible in the distance to the southwest during the early stages of the flight.
Mount Akagi
A prominent triple-peaked mountain in Gunma Prefecture, often used as a landmark for northbound flights.
Oze National Park
High-altitude marshes and mountainous terrain visible as the flight transitions into the Tohoku region.
Mount Gassan
The highest of the Three Mountains of Dewa, visible as the plane begins its final approach into Yamagata.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed photos of the Kanto Plain. Early morning flights provide the best lighting for Mount Fuji and the Gunma mountain ranges. In autumn, the color changes in the Oze area are vibrant from above.
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Tokyo Skytree
The world's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower is often visible shortly after takeoff from Haneda.
Nikko Mountain Range
Views of Mount Nantai and the scenic, mountainous terrain of Tochigi Prefecture.
Lake Inawashiro
Japan's fourth-largest freshwater lake, appearing as a brilliant blue mirror nestled in Fukushima.
Mount Bandai
An impressive stratovolcano known for its distinct shape, located north of Lake Inawashiro.
Mount Zao
Famous for its crater lake and winter 'snow monsters,' this peak dominates the horizon on the right during arrival.
Keep your camera ready roughly 25 minutes after takeoff for Lake Inawashiro. During winter, the right side provides a closer look at the snow-covered Ou Mountains. Evening flights offer a beautiful sunset backdrop against the peaks.
Book Hotels in YamagataDistance: 322 km (200 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: HND (35.552299, 139.779999)
Arrival: GAJ (38.4118995667, 140.371002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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