“Fast and direct access to Tokyo via Narita Express (JR) and Keisei Skyliner, with full traveler services including baggage delivery, observation decks, and cultural activities.”
General Information of Narita International Airport
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History & Role:
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Opened: 20 May 1978, originally named New Tokyo International Airport, renamed Narita International Airport in 2004
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Purpose: Built to relieve congestion at Haneda Airport (HND) for international flights; today serves as the main gateway for long-haul international flights and as a key air cargo hub
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Airport Codes:
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IATA: NRT
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ICAO: RJAA
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Management & Infrastructure
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Operator: Narita International Airport Corporation (NAA), a state-owned enterprise
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Area & Runways: Approximately 1,137 hectares with two main runways:
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Runway A: 4,000 meters
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Runway B: 2,500 meters (future expansion planned)
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Traffic: One of Japan’s busiest airports in terms of international passengers and air cargo volume
Terminals
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Terminal 1 & Terminal 2: Serve most major domestic and international airlines
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Terminal 3: Primarily serves low-cost carriers (LCCs) and is connected to Terminal 2 by a walkway and shuttle bus
Other Airport Services:
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Baggage Delivery Service: Send luggage directly to hotels or accommodations in Tokyo for convenient train travel
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Shops & Restaurants: Duty-free stores, Japanese and international restaurants, cafes, convenience stores in all terminals
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Hotels: Capsule-style Nine Hours at Terminal 2 and nearby hotels with free shuttle service
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Observation Decks: Free open-air decks at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 for watching aircraft takeoffs and landings
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Cultural Activities: Small Japanese cultural exhibitions and events for passengers to enjoy while waiting for flights
How to Get There
Transportation Options to Tokyo:
| Mode | Operator | Highlights | Travel Time | Fare (JPY) | Frequency | Main Destinations |
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| Narita Express (N’EX) | JR (Japan Railways) | Fast, direct service to major Tokyo stations | 53–75 min | ~3,070 JPY (reserved ordinary seat) | 1–2 per hour | Tokyo, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Shinagawa, Yokohama |
| Keisei Skyliner | Keisei Railway | Fastest option to Ueno/Nippori, transfer to Yamanote Line | ~41 min | ~2,570 JPY (reserved seat) | 1–2 per hour | Nippori, Keisei Ueno |
| Keisei Access Express | Keisei Railway | Economical; direct to Asakusa, Nihombashi, Haneda | 70–85 min | Varies | Hourly | Asakusa, Nihombashi, Shinagawa, Haneda Airport |
| Airport Limousine Bus | Various | Direct service to major hotels; convenient for large luggage | 60–90 min | Varies | Frequent | Hotels in Shinjuku, Ginza, Tokyo City Air Terminal (TCAT) |
Travel Tips
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Pre-book reserved seats on Narita Express or Skyliner during peak hours
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Use baggage delivery service for convenience
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Check real-time schedules for train departures
Admission Fee:
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Free to enter airport facilities
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Train fares: Narita Express approx. 3,070 JPY, Keisei Skyliner approx. 2,570 JPY
Opening Time:
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Terminals: 24 hours (check specific services for hours)
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Shops & Restaurants: Typically 06:00–22:00