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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side (Starboard) provides a superior scenic experience, showcasing the unique archipelago of the Seto Inland Sea and the historic islands between Korea and Japan.

Right Side Highlights
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Tsushima Island

A rugged, mountainous island group located in the middle of the Korea Strait, offering a beautiful contrast against the blue sea.

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Kanmon Straits

The narrow and strategically vital waterway that separates the islands of Honshu and Kyushu, often filled with cargo ships.

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Seto Inland Sea

The 'Mediterranean of Japan,' featuring a breathtaking mosaic of hundreds of small, pine-covered islands and fishing villages.

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Awaji Island

A large, scenic island that marks the entrance to Osaka Bay; you can often spot the world-famous Akashi Kaikyo Bridge to the north.

This is the 'scenic side' for the majority of the flight. To fully enjoy the island views of the Seto Inland Sea, book a midday or afternoon flight to ensure the sun is high or behind you. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight when the plane crosses the Japanese coastline near Kitakyushu.

Left Side Highlights
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Busan Cityscape

Dramatic aerial views of Busan's dense urban valleys, Haeundae Beach, and the Gwangandaegyo Bridge shortly after takeoff.

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Mt. Daisen

Often visible in the distance to the north, this peak is known as the 'Fuji of the West' for its distinctive volcanic silhouette.

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Kobe Port

A clear view of one of Japan's busiest ports and the lush Rokko Mountains as the plane aligns for its final approach.

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Osaka Bay North

The northern arc of the bay including the Yodogawa River mouth and the sprawling skyline of downtown Osaka.

Choose this side for the best views of the Korean coastline upon departure. For the final descent into KIX, you will have a better angle of the skyscrapers in Umeda and Namba. Afternoon flights are best to avoid sun glare, which will be mostly on the opposite side during the eastbound journey.

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Route Information

Distance: 582 km (362 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 58 min

Departure: PUS (35.1795005798, 128.93800354)

Arrival: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)

Route Type: International

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