SJC → NRT

San Francisco Coastline

A stunning view of the San Francisco peninsula and the Golden Gate as the flight turns northwest.

Olympic Peninsula

Dense evergreen forests and snow-capped peaks of Washington State visible during the initial coastal transit.

Aleutian Islands

The remote and dramatic volcanic chain stretching across the North Pacific, often visible on high-latitude tracks.

Kamchatka Peninsula

Spectacular snow-covered Russian volcanoes and rugged tundra if the flight path skims the Siberian coast.

Kuril Islands

A string of volcanic islands connecting the Russian Far East to Northern Japan.

Chiba Countryside

Intricate patterns of rice paddies and golf courses that define the landscape surrounding Narita Airport.

Silicon Valley

Aerial views of the tech campuses and salt ponds of the South Bay immediately after departure from SJC.

Santa Cruz Mountains

Lush forested ridges separating the San Jose basin from the Pacific coastline.

Pacific Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean for the majority of the transoceanic crossing.

Boso Peninsula

The rugged coastline and forested hills of Chiba Prefecture during the final approach into Narita.

Tokyo Bay

On specific southern arrival patterns, views of the busy shipping lanes and industrial ports of Tokyo Bay.