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NRT → SHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to Taoxian Airport (Shenyang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an iconic view of Mount Fuji shortly after departure from Tokyo and provides a stunning panorama of the Japanese Alps and the Korean coastline.
Mount Fuji
Visible to the south approximately 15-20 minutes after takeoff if the flight path follows the typical westward corridor north of the peak.
Japanese Alps
Spectacular views of the snow-capped Hida and Kiso mountain ranges in central Honshu during the first hour of flight.
Noto Peninsula
The distinct hook-shaped landmass of Ishikawa Prefecture extending into the Sea of Japan.
Korean Peninsula Coast
Aerial views of the rugged eastern cliffs of South Korea and the sprawling urban areas near the flight path.
Bohai Sea
The shimmering waters of the Liaodong Gulf as the plane crosses into Northeast China near Dalian.
Book a window seat on the left (A) for the best chance to see Mount Fuji. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the southern face of the mountains without creating harsh glare. Winter months offer the clearest visibility of the Japanese Alps.
Nikko Mountains
Lush forest coverage and volcanic peaks north of the Kanto plain visible shortly after departure.
Sado Island
The unique Z-shaped island off the coast of Niigata visible as the aircraft departs mainland Japan.
Sea of Japan
A vast expanse of deep blue water often dotted with fishing vessels during the mid-flight segment.
Liaoning Plains
The extensive agricultural grid patterns and industrial clusters of Northeast China during the descent.
Shenyang Cityscape
Views of the Hun River and the dense urban core of Shenyang during the final approach to Taoxian Airport.
The right side (K) is better for seeing the northern coastline of Honshu and Sado Island. It is also preferred for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun, which can make photography difficult from the left side.
Distance: 1,602 km (995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Route Type: International
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