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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

Offers a stunning panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea, including its countless islands and the industrial coastline of Honshu, culminating in a clear approach over Ise Bay.

Left Side Highlights
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Omura Bay

Immediate view of the airport island and the enclosed bay surrounding Nagasaki Airport.

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Seto Inland Sea

A breathtaking sequence of hundreds of small islands between Kyushu and Honshu.

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Great Seto Bridge

The massive series of double-decker bridges connecting Okayama and Kagawa prefectures.

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Hiroshima & Miyajima

Distant views of Hiroshima city and the sacred island of Itsukushima on the coastline.

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Osaka & Kobe

On clear days, the sprawling Kansai metropolitan area and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge are visible to the north.

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Suzuka Circuit

As the plane descends into Nagoya, the famous Formula 1 track can often be spotted near the coast.

Morning flights are ideal for the left side to keep the sun behind you, providing the best lighting for photography of the Inland Sea islands. Watch for the 'Shimanami Kaido' bridge network, which looks like a silver thread connecting islands between Hiroshima and Ehime.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Unzen

Visible shortly after takeoff, this active volcanic group dominates the Shimabara Peninsula.

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Mount Aso

One of the largest calderas in the world, often visible with steam rising from its central crater.

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Mount Ishizuchi

The highest peak in Western Japan, located in the rugged mountain range of central Shikoku.

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Kii Peninsula

Deep, forested mountain ridges and the sacred coastal areas of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes.

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Ise Grand Shrine Area

The densely forested area surrounding Japan's most sacred Shinto shrine near the mouth of Ise Bay.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the light reflecting off the Pacific Ocean and the silhouettes of Shikoku's peaks. This side is superior for mountain enthusiasts wanting to see Kyushu's and Shikoku's most famous volcanic and alpine geography.

Top Activities in Nagoya
Route Information

Distance: 672 km (418 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min

Departure: NGS (32.916900634799994, 129.914001465)

Arrival: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)

Route Type: Domestic

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