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Which side of the plane to sit from Osaka International Airport (Osaka) to Sendai Airport (Sendai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji to the south and the stunning coastal scenery of Matsushima Bay during the approach into Sendai.
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Kyoto City
A beautiful aerial view of the ancient capital's grid-like layout and its many temples nestled against the eastern hills.
Mount Fuji
On clear days, the iconic snow-capped peak is visible in the distance to the southeast as the plane crosses central Honshu.
Lake Inawashiro
Known as the 'Heavenly Mirror Lake,' this large body of water in Fukushima provides a brilliant blue focal point near the descent.
Matsushima Bay
During the final approach, you can often see the hundreds of pine-clad islets that make this one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Views.
The right side is the best choice for landmark spotting. Look out early for Kyoto, and keep your camera ready for a distant but clear view of Mount Fuji. As you descend into Sendai, the coastal views of the Pacific and Matsushima Bay are unparalleled. For afternoon flights, the lighting on the coastline is particularly golden and photogenic.
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Lake Biwa
Japan's largest freshwater lake is visible shortly after departing Osaka, appearing as a massive blue expanse surrounded by mountains.
Northern Japanese Alps
The Hida Mountains offer spectacular views of high-altitude peaks, including Mount Yarigatake, which are often snow-capped well into spring.
Mount Gassan
A prominent shield volcano in Yamagata Prefecture that stands out during the latter half of the flight.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic mountain scenery, particularly the rugged peaks of the Northern Alps. This side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare and making the deep greens and blues of the landscape more vivid. Winter flights offer the best contrast with heavy snow cover on the peaks.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 616 km (383 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: ITM (34.785499572753906, 135.43800354003906)
Arrival: SDJ (38.1397018433, 140.917007446)
Route Type: Domestic
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