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NRT β TAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to Takamatsu Airport (Takamatsu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the definitive choice for this route, offering a majestic close-up view of Mount Fuji and the stunning Southern Alps, followed by the iconic island-dotted scenery of the Seto Inland Sea.
Greater Tokyo Area
A vast urban expanse featuring the Tokyo Skytree and dense city planning if visibility is clear.
Mount Fuji
The undisputed highlight of the flight; the plane passes just north or south of this iconic peak.
Japanese Southern Alps
A breathtaking range of 3,000-meter peaks that remain snow-capped through late spring.
Lake Biwa
Japan's largest freshwater lake, visible as the flight traverses the Kansai region.
Seto Inland Sea
The final approach offers views of the Great Seto Bridge and dozens of tiny, forested islands.
Sit on the right side for the 'Fuji View'βit typically appears 15β20 minutes after takeoff. For the best clarity, choose a morning flight when the air is crisp and less hazy. During the descent into Takamatsu, the right side provides an unparalleled view of the Shimanami-like island clusters in the Seto Inland Sea.
Kujukuri Beach
The long, curved sandy coastline of Chiba Prefecture visible shortly after takeoff from Narita.
Tokyo Bay & Boso Peninsula
Aerial views of the massive industrial ports and the ships traversing the mouth of Tokyo Bay.
Izu Peninsula & Oshima
Dramatic volcanic topography and the Seven Islands of Izu scattered in the Pacific.
Ise Bay
The sprawling maritime gateway near Nagoya and the Mie Prefecture coastline.
Kii Peninsula Mountains
The dense, emerald-green forests of one of Japan's most sacred and rugged mountainous regions.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While you miss Mount Fuji, you gain panoramic views of the Pacific coastline and the deep blue waters of the Izu region. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after departure for the Boso Peninsula coastline.
Distance: 605 km (376 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: TAK (34.214199066199996, 134.01600647)
Route Type: Domestic
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