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PVG → SDJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Sendai Airport (Sendai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring a potential distant view of Mount Fuji, the sprawling Greater Tokyo urban area, and the dramatic coastline of the Pacific Ocean as the plane tracks north toward Sendai.
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East China Sea
The vast expanse of turquoise and deep blue waters during the initial phase of the flight.
Mount Fuji
The iconic volcanic cone often visible to the south when the aircraft crosses the Shizuoka/Yamanashi region.
Kanto Plain
The world's most populous metropolitan area, stretching from Tokyo Bay to the mountains.
Boso Peninsula
The rugged cliffs and sandy beaches along the Pacific entrance to Tokyo Bay.
Fukushima Coastline
The intricate line of ports, sea walls, and beaches along the Sanriku Coast approach.
The right side is highly recommended for spotting Mount Fuji, which usually appears about 90 to 120 minutes into the flight. For the best photography, aim for a seat either ahead of or well behind the wing to capture the coastline. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the Pacific coast, though early morning flights provide a stunning sunrise over the ocean.
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Japanese Alps
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Hida and Kiso mountain ranges in central Honshu.
Noto Peninsula
The distinctive curved landform jutting into the Sea of Japan, visible in the distance.
Lake Inawashiro
One of Japan's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a deep blue mirror amidst the Fukushima mountains.
Mount Bandai
A prominent stratovolcano with a dramatic, collapsed northern flank visible during the descent.
Sendai City Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'City of Trees' and its surrounding lush green hills before landing.
Choose the left side for spectacular inland scenery, especially during winter when the Japanese Alps are heavily snow-covered. On the final approach into SDJ, the left side provides a clearer view of the Ou Mountains and the urban sprawl of Sendai city. Morning flights are ideal for this side to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 1,909 km (1,186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 33 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: SDJ (38.1397018433, 140.917007446)
Route Type: International
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