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TPE â AKJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Asahikawa Airport (Asahikawa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Japanese archipelago's western coastline, including Kyushu, the rugged San-in region of Honshu, and a spectacular approach over the snow-capped mountains of central Hokkaido.
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Kyushu Volcanoes
Distant views of the smoking peaks of Sakurajima or Mount Unzen depending on the specific flight path.
Izumo Coastline
The beautiful, rugged coast of Shimane Prefecture, home to some of Japan's oldest mythological sites.
Mount Fuji (Distance)
On exceptionally clear days, the iconic cone of Fuji can sometimes be spotted far to the east over Honshu.
Uchiura Bay
A large circular bay in southern Hokkaido, often surrounded by snow-covered peaks in winter.
Daisetsuzan Range
Stunning views of the 'Roof of Hokkaido' as you descend into Asahikawa, featuring smoking volcanic vents.
The right side is ideal for catching the Japanese coastline. During winter months, the contrast between the dark sea and the white snow-covered mountains of Honshu and Hokkaido is breathtaking. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, providing perfectly illuminated landscapes and better photo opportunities of the Daisetsuzan mountains on approach.
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Tsushima Strait
View the historic waters between the Korean Peninsula and the Japanese islands of Tsushima.
Oki Islands
Remote volcanic islands in the Sea of Japan known for dramatic sea cliffs and rock formations.
Shakotan Peninsula
The jagged coastline of western Hokkaido featuring deep blue waters known as Shakotan Blue.
Sapporo Cityscape
A distant view of Hokkaido's largest city and its grid-like urban layout during the descent.
On the left side, the view is dominated by the Sea of Japan for a significant portion of the flight. For the best experience, look out during the final 30 minutes of the flight as you cross into Hokkaido's western coastline. Afternoon flights may experience significant glare from the sun reflecting off the water.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 2,823 km (1,754 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: AKJ (43.670799255371094, 142.44700622558594)
Route Type: International
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