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  If you’re in transit or have a stopover at Narita, Kansai or Central Japan International Airports, why not experience Japan beyond the transit lounge? You can visit World Heritage listed sites, natural hot springs, museums and much more. Below is a brief introduction to Japan’s three major international airports and attractions to visit during your flying visit.
   
  Narita
  The gateway to east Japan, Narita International Airport is located about 65km east of the metropolis of Tokyo, in Chiba Prefecture. Close by to the airport are the historic cities of Narita and Sakura. Narita is home to sites such as the Boso-no-Mura interactive open air museum, and Nioson Temple, one of the oldest temples in Japan with a history dating back 1210 years, while Sakura is an old castle town in which samurai houses from the past still stand.
  Day trips from Tokyo
  • Nikko

  • Kamakura

  • Hakone

  • Mt Fuji
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    Kansai
      Kansai International Airport, the gateway to west Japan, is located about 50km south of Osaka city on a manmade island in Osaka Bay. It was opened in 1994 as Japan’s first 24 hour airport. Many places of historical, cultural and economic significance can be accessed via Kansai Airport, including the region’s commercial centre, Osaka; Japan’s ancient capital, Kyoto; the spiritual centre of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism, Mt Koya; and the home of one of Japan’s most spectacular castles, Himeji.
      Day trips from Osaka
  • Kyoto

  • Nara

  • Kobe

  • Himeji

  • Mt Koya
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      Nagoya
      Central Japan International Airport, also known as Nagoya-Chubu Centrair, is the most recent addition to Japan’s international airport network and serves as the gateway to central Japan. Opened in February this year, it is located about 40km south of Nagoya on a manmade island in Ise Bay. The city of Nagoya is the economic and cultural centre of the region, and is home to Nagoya Castle which is well known for the golden dolphins on top of the roof. Neighbouring Toyota City, is the location of the leading car manufacturer’s headquarters and some of its manufacturing plants, while the Chita Peninsula south of Nagoya is known for its 88 temple pilgrimage.
      Day trips from Nagoya
  • Chita
  • Inuyama
  • Gifu
  • Takayama
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      Stopping Over?
      If you’re planning to travel to the UK, Europe or North America why not stop off and experience the wonder of Japan? Amazing culture, history and natural beauty awaits! Flying time to Tokyo and Osaka is just 9.5 hours, making Japan an attractive destination for you to take a little time out and refresh yourself before continuing on your journey.

    So, what kind of things are on offer?
    A selection of great value “Worry Free” tour packages have been created giving stopover visitors the chance to experience the wonderful sights and sounds of Japan.
    Some examples of tours operating from Japan’s two major airports - Narita and Kansai- are below.

    1. Arriving & departing from Narita International Airport
    Tokyo & Hakone 3 Days
    Mt Fuji and Hakone Excursion including visit to Mt Fuji 5th station, cruise on Lake Ashi and ride on Mt Komagatake Cableway.
    Free time to explore Tokyo at your leisure until departure.

    2. Arriving at Narita International Airport & departing from Kansai International Airport
    Tokyo & Kyoto 4 days
    Tokyo sightseeing tour including Tokyo Tower Observatory, Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Kannon Temple and more.
    Transfer to Kyoto by bullet train
    Free day to explore Kyoto at your leisure

    3. Arriving & departing from Kansai International Airport
    Kyoto & Hiroshima 3 days
    Day trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima
    Free time to explore Kyoto at your leisure until departure

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