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TPE → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the primary choice for this route because it offers the iconic and breathtaking view of Mount Fuji during the descent into the Tokyo area, alongside the scenic coastline of Honshu.
Taipei & Tamsui River
Aerial views of the Taipei basin and the northern tip of Taiwan shortly after takeoff.
Shikoku Coastline
Beautiful views of the rugged southern coast of Shikoku island as you track toward Honshu.
Mount Fuji
The crown jewel of the flight; the snow-capped peak is visible on the left roughly 30-40 minutes before landing.
Sagami Bay
Deep blue waters and coastal cities near Enoshima and Kamakura during the initial descent phase.
Tokyo Cityscape
Depending on the wind-dependent landing pattern, a sprawling view of the world's largest metropolis.
Book an 'A' window seat for the best perspective. Mount Fuji typically appears on the left when the aircraft is flying past Shizuoka. Morning flights (departing TPE before 10:00 AM) offer the highest probability of clear, cloud-free views of the mountain. Keep your camera ready as soon as the pilot announces the start of the descent.
Keelung Harbor
A great look at Taiwan's major northern port city and its surrounding mountainous terrain.
Ryukyu Islands
Distant views of the turquoise coral reefs and islands of the Okinawa chain in the East China Sea.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast Pacific Ocean, especially dramatic during sunrise or sunset flights.
Boso Peninsula
Aerial views of the lighthouses and dramatic coastal cliffs of Chiba Prefecture during the final approach.
Chiba Countryside
Close-up views of the numerous golf courses and lush forests that surround Narita Airport.
Choose a 'K' window seat if you prefer watching the sunrise over the ocean on an early morning flight. While you miss Mount Fuji, the right side often provides a clearer view of the Boso Peninsula coastline during the final landing turns. This side is generally quieter as there is less 'sightseeing' activity from other passengers.
Distance: 2,181 km (1,355 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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