Narita Airport Terminal 1 Observation Deck — Attraction in Narita

Good and large observation deck. You can see planes taking off and landing not far in front of you, but some building structures obstruct the view of the entire approach and landing or takeoff. There is a tight grid fence around the area so it is difficult to get a clear picture with your camera, but they have a few cutouts in the fence to allow your camera to fit even if it has a large lens. There is some seating. If you go up the escalators from the north wing, and come across a sign that shows the observation deck closed in the far north area, you are in the wrong spot. Look on maps for the actual location on the 5th floor by...

Despite the COVID crisis, immaculately maintained with appropriate steps for social distancing and yet, full convenience. Great food court, shopping arcades, convenience stores and fabulous massage chairs (although the price is a bit steep - 300 yen for 10 mins!)

The actual observation deck is very well positioned to get a final glance at planes as...

Great view of planes landing and taking off! There are benches and small fence openings, allowing the use of telephoto camera lens.

There is a nice sushi restaurant (Kaisen Misakiko) near the observation deck. If you still craving for sushi before departure, this restaurant offer conveyor belt sushi. The sushi was not bad for...