New Tokyo Airport

Full name: Narita Airport (New Tokyo International)

Location: The airport is located 40 miles (66km) north-east of Tokyo.

Time: GMT +9.

Contacts:
Switchboard: + 81 (0)476 322 802. Flight Information: +81 (0)476 34 5000.

Transfer between terminals:
A free shuttle bus connects the two terminals.

Transfer to the city:
Each airport terminal has a separate railway station. Different train services on the JR or Keisei lines serve Tokyo and surrounding destinations. The journey to Tokyo takes one hour; if possible book a seat in advance. Buses connect to the domestic airport and hotels in the city centre; the journey takes between one and two hours. Taxis are not advised as, due to the distance, the fares are very high. The tourist information desk in the arrivals hall can help travellers with their transport needs.

Car rental:
Rental cars can be organised at the airport, though most visitors wisely avoid driving in Tokyo and instead take the efficient public transport.

Facilities:
The facilities at New Tokyo Airport are extensive and include shops (including duty-free), banks, ATMs, currency exchange bureaux, massage, baby changing and left luggage. A variety of restaurants catering for Japanese, Chinese and Western tastes are available, including a new revolving Sushi Bar. Both terminals have shower facilities and Day Rooms (bedrooms which can be hired by the hour). There are Internet cafes situated throughout the airport.

Website: www.narita-airport.or.jp/airport_e