{"id":2080,"date":"2025-09-14T06:00:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T13:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catbradley.io\/?p=2080"},"modified":"2025-09-14T06:00:56","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T13:00:56","slug":"11-reasons-to-visit-narita-airport-in-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catbradley.io\/?p=2080","title":{"rendered":"11 reasons to visit Narita Airport in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This international airport is a travel destination in its own right.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Airports in Japan aren\u2019t just gateways to travel \u2014 with fantastic restaurants<\/strong>, stores<\/strong> and relaxing wellness areas<\/strong>, they\u2019re more like travel destinations<\/strong>. While most travellers to Japan will discover these joys at Haneda Airport, the closest arrival point to Tokyo, there\u2019s also a lot of fun to be had over at the sightly further-away Narita Airport<\/strong>, where you\u2019ll find a number of places worth visiting.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve put together a top 11 to help you experience the best of what\u2019s on offer in the area, starting with\u2026<\/p>\n

\u25bc Gin Shari Hokkaido<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This onigiri rice ball specialty store is becoming particularly popular with young locals, and you won\u2019t find it anywhere else on the main island of Honshu, given that this branch at Narita is the only one outside of Hokkaido, where it originates. Each rice ball is made fresh in store using top-grade \u201cFukkuringo\u201d Hokkaido rice and ingredients like salmon, cod roe, beef, and cream cheese \u2014 all sourced from Hokkaido.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 5th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc Next up, we have Gong Cha<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tapioca lovers familiar with this popular chain will be happy to know this branch at Narita reopened in April after a five-year absence. Along with popular milk teas like Black Milk Tea and Brown Sugar Oolong, they also offer an extensive kids\u2019 menu and food items.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc My Only Fragrance<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This custom fragrance store from Kyoto introduced an exclusive \u201cScent Capsule Machine\u201d at Narita in May. Turn the handle and you\u2019ll receive a three-millilitre (0.1-ounce) mini perfume from amongst four popular scents and a secret scent, giving you the chance to possibly stumble upon your new favourite fragrance.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc Godiva Cafe<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Opened on 10 September, this Godiva Cafe serves delicious drinks and exclusive menu items you can\u2019t taste anywhere else, making it a popular spot with chocolate lovers.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc Shake Shack<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Opened on 11 September, this is Shake Shack\u2019s first airport store in Japan and the first domestic location with a breakfast menu. You can try three types of breakfast burgers containing eggs and bacon and a new \u201cTots\u201d potato snack, perfect for morning travellers.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc The Craft Japan<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Another relatively new store at the airport is The Craft Japan, which opened on 7 August. Here you\u2019ll be able to purchase traditional crafts from across Japan, covering themes such as food, festivals, art, and anime. Items include Star Wars tapestries made with traditional Nishijin weaving, and iron kettles that blend Nambu ironware with Evangelion designs \u2014 a highly unique collection.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 2, Main Building, 3rd Floor, post-security (international flights) area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc Pop Mart<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Opened on 28 June, this is the go-to spot for the globally popular \u201cLabubu\u201d, which you\u2019ll find alongside beloved characters from Sanrio and Marvel.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 2, Main Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc\u00a0&R Pop Art Store \/ Move<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Another June opening, Move will be home to a pop-up shop for a limited time, but you\u2019ll also be able to purchase the store\u2019s watches, which include Japanese brands like Citizen, Seiko, Casio, and exclusive models only available in Japan.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 2, Main Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport (1<\/a>, 2<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc\u00a0Hi-Chew Shop<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This limited-time pop-up, open from 10 July to 14 October, is part of the 50th anniversary celebrations for this iconic chewy candy. Here you\u2019ll find both classic and limited-time flavours, as well as exclusive merchandising.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 3, Main Building, 2nd Floor, pre-security area<\/p>\n

\u25bc Kawatoyo <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Kawatoyo is an incredibly popular eel restaurant located on the approach to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, an area famous for eel meals. Now, though, it has a branch inside the airport, where you\u2019ll be able to try the highly rated unaju<\/strong> (grilled eel over rice) and umaki<\/strong> (eel rolled in omelet), cooked with a secret sauce recipe that dates back to 1910.<\/p>\n

Location: Terminal 1, Central Building, 4th Floor, pre-security area
\nReference: Narita Airport<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

\u25bc Narita Airport Onsen Sora no Yu<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Finally, we have a bathing and accommodation facility that\u2019s actually a 10-minute cab ride from the airport<\/a>, making it a convenient place for travellers to stop for a relaxing soak before or after a long flight.<\/p>\n

Address: Chiba-ken, Sambu-gun, Shibayama-cho, Kayama Shinden 27-1
\nReference: <\/em>Narita Airport Onsen Sora no Yu<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Narita Airport may be further out from Tokyo than its more popular counterpart at Haneda, but it\u2019s home to some popular stores you won\u2019t find anywhere else in the country. So next time you\u2019re heading to or from Narita, be sure to schedule in a little extra time to enjoy what\u2019s on offer, and keep an eye out for the shrine that sits on the runway<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sources and images: PR Times (1<\/a>, 2<\/a>, 3<\/a>, 4<\/a>, 5<\/a>, 6<\/a>, 7<\/a>, 8<\/a>, 9<\/a>, 10), Press release<\/a>
\nFeatured image: Pakutaso<\/em>
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