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NGO → TSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the snow-capped Japanese Alps shortly after takeoff, followed by a dramatic crossing of the Korean Peninsula and the coastal architecture of the Bohai Rim.
The Northern Japanese Alps
Witness the dramatic 3,000-meter peaks of the Hida Mountains, often covered in snow from late autumn through early summer.
Lake Biwa
View Japan's largest freshwater lake, which provides a striking geographic landmark north of Kyoto.
Tottori Sand Dunes
Look for the unique, large-scale coastal dunes along the San'in coast before heading out over the Sea of Japan.
Incheon Archipelago
As you cross the Korean Peninsula, view the complex network of islands and massive bridges near the Seoul-Incheon area.
Bohai Bay Shipping Lanes
See the high density of cargo vessels and oil platforms scattered across the shallow, greenish-blue waters of the Bohai Sea.
The right side is the premier choice for mountain lovers; the views of the Alps within the first 20 minutes are world-class. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for these peaks. Ensure you have your camera ready immediately after the landing gear retracts, as the ascent over Honshu's spine happens quickly. In winter, the frozen landscapes of the Liaodong Peninsula are also visible to the north.
Ise Bay & Pearl Rafts
Immediately after takeoff, see the intricate coastline of Mie Prefecture known for pearl cultivation and the Ise-Shima National Park.
Kansai Urban Sprawl
Depending on the flight path, look south to see the massive metropolitan density of Osaka and Kobe bordering the Osaka Bay.
Mount Daisen
The 'Fuji of Western Japan' stands prominently as you fly over the Chugoku region toward the Sea of Japan.
Jeju Island Vistas
On clear days over the Yellow Sea, look south to spot the volcanic silhouette of Hallasan, South Korea's highest peak.
Tianjin Port
Observe one of the world's largest artificial deep-water ports and the massive container terminals during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side is superior for viewing the southern coastline of Japan and the dense industrial hubs of the Bohai Economic Rim. During the winter months, look for the contrast between the deep blue Yellow Sea and the light-colored sediment near the Chinese coast.
Distance: 1,788 km (1,111 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)
Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Route Type: International
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