The Ultimate Guide to Narita Airport! Travel Tips & Recommended Foods! Hi! I’m Akanemaru, born and raised in Japan. This video is about Narita Airport. We will explain the 3 terminals, 8 hotels nearby,
and how to get to Tokyo. First, let's start with Terminal 1. The departure lounge is on the 4th floor,
and there are arrival gates on the 1st floor. Most of the flights departing and arriving are international. It's a 5-story building,
so we'll introduce the floor in order from the top. On the 5th floor, there is an observation deck
where you can watch planes take off and land. This floor also has a food court. There are 7 shops where you can have ramen, curry,
and things like that. You can enjoy your meal while looking at the outside view. The highly recommended store here is Ginshari Hokkaido. It's a specialty store for onigiri
made with branded rice from Hokkaido. There are various types available,
but this time we're having one with beef filling. It has a nice aroma of seaweed. Inside, there is plenty of beef cooked in soy sauce and sugar. The rich seasoning goes well with the rice. Udon specialty shop Kineya Mugimaru is also recommended. It's a shop that makes noodles from scratch every day. It's Niku Udon topped with meat. The combination of Japanese broth and beef fat
creates a rich flavor. The noodles are chewy and have an addictive texture. In front of the food court, there is a Lawson,
which is a convenience store. One particularly recommended item is Karaage-kun. It's a bite-sized piece of karaage
that you can enjoy like a snack. You'll find many capsule toy machines on this floor. There are over 150 machines,
so give it a try if you have any coins leftover. Next is the 4th floor. There is a suitcase wrapping service on this floor. Prices start from 1,500 yen. If it's not busy, wrapping will be completed in about 2 minutes. On the 4th floor, there is a dining area with some restaurants. Compared to the food court on the 5th floor,
you can enjoy more authentic cuisine here. There is a specialty restaurant for eel called Kawatoyo. The main store was established in 1910 and is located near Naritasan Shinshoji Temple,
which attracts over 10 million visitors per year. The eel bento at this restaurant is amazing! The thick eel and sweet sauce
complement each other perfectly, and it's incredibly delicious. Tomita, located next to that, is also recommended. It's a specialty shop for tsukemen located in Matsudo City,
Chiba Prefecture, and it's one of the famous shops in Japan. This is their most popular tsukemen. The soup, which combines seafood and pork bone,
has a wonderful aroma. Let us briefly introduce the recommended way to eat it. First, let's eat the noodles without dipping them in the soup. You can taste the aroma and sweetness of the wheat. Then, dip them in the soup and eat. The soup is rich and enhances
the deliciousness of the chewy noodles even more. The chashu pork is thick and satisfying to eat. To enjoy the remaining soup, after finishing all the noodles,
let's ask for some Japanese-style broth. It has an aroma of yuzu and bonito flakes,
giving it an elegant taste. Next is the 2nd floor. On the 2nd floor, there are shower rooms. It's open from 7 AM to 8 PM,
and you can take a shower for 1,050 yen. It's recommended for people on long flights. On the 1st floor, where the arrival gate is,
there is a statue of Mario. This pipe is a photo spot, so taking photos is recommended. Next is the 1st basement floor. On this floor, there are train ticket gates. There is a FamilyMart,
but unfortunately, I have some bad news. This store doesn't have a deep fryer,
so they don't sell Fami-chiki. You'll also find a capsule toy area on this floor. There are over 250 machines available,
so check it out while waiting for your train. Alright, let's move on to the next terminal. Next up is Terminal 3. Terminal 3 is about a 10-minute walk from Terminal 2. By the way, there is a shuttle bus to move
between terminals at Narita Airport. The fare is free. The bus comes every 5 minutes,
so the waiting time is short and convenient. Terminal 3 is the newest terminal with domestic LCCs
and international flights from Asia. It's convenient for shopping with souvenir shops,
Lawson, and a drugstore available. There is a food court here with 10 restaurants. Botejyu serves okonomiyaki on a griddle,
so you can enjoy it piping hot. At FRESHNESS BURGER,
which is a hamburger shop originating from Japan, you can savor the authentic taste. Ittenmon is a popular ramen restaurant in Hakata,
the home of tonkotsu ramen. It doesn't have a strong smell, so it's easy to eat. If you're looking for an inexpensive meal,
Matsuya's gyudon would be a good choice. It's affordable and tasty. My recommendation is the beef short ribs set meal. The beef has just the right amount of fat. Now, let's move on to the next terminal. The last one is Terminal 2. There are domestic LCCs,
but it's mainly for international flights. The 1st floor is for arrival gates,
and the 3rd floor is for the departure lounge. It's a large building with 4 floors above ground
and 1 basement, so we'll explain each floor in order from the top. This terminal has 2 observation decks,
one to the north and one to the south, but they're almost the same in size and the views they offer. On the 4th floor, there are over 40 shops,
including souvenir shops and restaurants. The Pokémon Store is located on this floor. There are many items
that are only available at the Narita Airport store. Let us briefly introduce 3 recommended items. This is a fried rice cracker. It has the sweet flavor of honey
and a pleasant aroma of soy sauce. The Pikachu food clip is so cute! The next is a Japanese-style soup called Osuimono. You can easily make it by just pouring hot water
into the Magikarp-shaped monaka with soup base inside. It's cute, and the taste is authentic. There is also Pikachu corn soup available. Just like Osuimono, it's easy to make. It's perfect as a souvenir for children. Next is Uogashi Nihon-ichi. It's a standing-style restaurant
where chefs make sushi right in front of you at the counter. You can change the language of the touchscreen. This is the fatty salmon. At this price, it's affordable for 2 pieces. It melts in your mouth. This one is topped with plenty of minced tuna on rice,
like a mountain. It's fatty and has a rich flavor of tuna. It's convenient to be able to eat it easily while standing. If you want to sit down and enjoy relaxed sushi,
we recommend Ganso Sushi on the same floor. The menu is written in English, making it easy to order. The prices are inexpensive compared to the shop
we introduced earlier. Conger eel and tuna are 176 yen. You can have thick, raw shrimp for 275 yen. It's a bit in the back of this floor,
so it might be a little hard to find, but it's a recommended place. On this floor, there is Gindaco,
a takoyaki specialty shop with the most stores in Japan. Their takoyaki is crispy on the outside,
and the inside has a melty texture. We'll briefly introduce 3 items
that you can only eat at McDonald's in Japan. This is a Teriyaki Burger. The sweet soy sauce flavor is addictive. This is the Samurai Mac with bacon and tomato. It also has a thick beef patty and white cheddar cheese,
making it satisfying to eat. This is another Samurai Mac with 2 beef patties
and cheddar cheese. The melted cheese makes it delicious,
so be sure to give it a try! We also recommended Tokyo Tonkotsu BASE,
a ramen shop on this floor. It's operated by the world-famous Ippudo. The pork bone soup has a rich flavor,
but even if you're trying it for the first time, it's easy to eat. The chashu pork melts in your mouth. Besides ramen, the Chashu pork rice bowl is also popular. The grilled chashu pork and mayonnaise
make a perfect combination. At Starbucks in Narita Airport,
they sell items you don't often find in other stores. There are a variety of tumblers and mugs
with designs from all over Japan. The particularly popular ones are
the mugs that come with a snow globe. The price is a bit high, but if you like it, give it a try. We'll briefly introduce 3 souvenirs
that you can buy on this floor. This is a Baumkuchen in the shape of a panda. It's an exclusive item only available at Narita Airport. S’MORE is a treat with grilled marshmallow on top of a tart. It's delicious as it is, but warming it in the microwave
makes it even tastier, giving it a melting texture. This is a matcha-flavored castella cake. It's luxurious with gold leaf on top. It has a nice aroma of matcha and an elegant flavor. Next is the 2nd floor. There is a Yoshinoya, and there is always a line. The beef bowl is inexpensive, but the taste is so delicious. My recommendation is the curry with beef bowl meat on top. It's not too spicy and has a rich flavor like demi-glace sauce. Next is the 1st basement floor. There are some ticket gates for the train here. At the SKYLINER & KEISEI INFORMATION CENTER,
they sell PASMO PASSPORT. It's a convenient card to have when riding the train. For more details, please watch this video. The link to the video is in the description box. By the way, you can also purchase the PASMO PASSPORT at the SKYLINER & KEISEI INFORMATION CENTER
located in Terminal 1. Now, let's briefly introduce 8 hotels
located around Narita Airport. First up is nine hours. It's located on the 1st basement floor of the parking lot
directly connected to Terminal 2. It's the only accommodation within Narita Airport. It's capsule-style and reasonably priced. Even if you don't stay overnight,
you can use it starting from 1,500 yen per hour. If you only want to use the shower, it's 1,000 yen. Next up is the Narita Tobu Hotel Airport. It's close to Narita Airport
and is a popular hotel with facilities like a gym and sauna. Next is the Marroad International Hotel Narita. It's located on a hill about 10 minutes away
by private shuttle bus, and it offers a great view. Next is the Narita Airport Onsen Soranoyu Spa Resort,
located about a 10-minute shuttle bus ride from the airport. It's a capsule-style accommodation
where you can also enjoy hot springs. You can also take the hot springs without staying overnight. The open-air baths offer a great view. Next is the Narita Airport Rest House. It's located within the Narita Airport premises,
so you can watch planes take off and land right in front of you. Next is the ANA Crowne Plaza Narita. This hotel is operated by the airline ANA,
and it's popular for its luxurious buffet and indoor heated pool. Next is Hotel Nikko Narita. It's a luxurious hotel with a chapel
where you can experience a resort-like stay. Next is Toyoko INN. It's the reasonably priced hotel among those near Narita Airport. Please check the directions to the hotel
on each official website. Most hotels offer free shuttle buses. Alright, we'll explain how to get from Narita Airport
to the main areas of Tokyo. The distance from Narita Airport
to the main areas of Tokyo is about 32 miles, and it can take anywhere from 40 minutes to 2 hours
depending on the means of transportation. You can get to Tokyo by train, bus, or taxi. First, we will introduce the train. There are 3 types of trains to Tokyo. The Narita Express is a limited express train that can take you directly to major stations in Tokyo
without any transfers. The Keisei Skyliner is the fastest limited express train
to the eastern part of Tokyo. And there are also regular trains
that take some time but offer cheaper fares. If you choose the train based on your destination
and travel time, getting between Tokyo and Narita Airport
will be more convenient. First, let us explain about the Narita Express, which can take you to the major areas of Tokyo
without any transfers. If you're heading to Tokyo Station, Shibuya Station,
Shinjuku Station, or Yokohama Station, it's better to use the Narita Express. You can get to those stations without any transfers. We will actually buy a ticket and board on the Narita Express. There are two ways to buy a ticket. You can buy it in advance on the JR EAST website
or on the day at a JR ticket office or ticket machine. The JR ticket office is open from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM,
so please use the ticket machine outside of those hours. English is spoken at the JR ticket office, so don't worry. This time, we'll buy the ticket from the ticket machine. It is available in English, Chinese, and Korean. It is easy to use. All you need to do is decide on the destination,
the number of people, the time, and the seat. You can choose from three payment options:
cash, credit card, or Suica card. Now let's get on the Narita Express from Narita Airport Station. Insert your purchased ticket at the gate
with the sign for the Narita Express platform to pass through. Please wait for the train at the time you specified
when purchasing the ticket. If you're boarding the Narita Express
from Terminal 1 of Narita Airport, there is a cleaning process of about 5 minutes after
all passengers have gotten off, so please wait until it's finished. After the cleaning is finished, get on the train. You can place your suitcase in this area
near the train entrance, and there are also dial locks available. Once you've placed your luggage,
please take a seat in your assigned seat. There are power outlets on the seats,
so it is possible to charge smartphones. You can use Wi-Fi for free inside the train. There are restrooms and washrooms available. You can also eat and drink on the train. The arrival time to the destination may vary
slightly depending on the departure time, but you can travel from Narita Airport to Shinjuku Station
in about 85 minutes. When using the Narita Express,
you can travel to Shibuya Station in about 80 minutes, Yokohama Station in about 90 minutes,
and Tokyo Station in about 60 minutes. Next, we will explain about the Keisei Skyliner. The Keisei Skyliner is a limited express train that can take you to Keisei Ueno Station and Nippori Station
in the eastern part of Tokyo. If you're going from Narita Airport to Ueno, Ginza, or Tsukiji,
it's better to take the Keisei Skyliner. You can buy a ticket at ticket counter
or ticket machines at Narita Airport. If you buy it online, the fare will be cheaper. This time, we'll assume you're returning from Tokyo to Narita Airport, so we'll head from Keisei Ueno Station to Narita Airport Station. You can also buy a ticket at either the ticket counter
or the ticket machines at Keisei Ueno Station, just like at the airport. The ticket machines can be changed to different languages,
so it's easy to understand. It accepts cash, credit cards and Suica cards. Insert your purchased ticket at the gate
with the sign for the Keisei Skyliner platform and pass through. Please wait for the train at the time you specified
when purchasing the ticket. There is almost no difference between the Keisei Skyliner
and Narita Express inside the train. Electricity outlets, Wi-Fi, washrooms and restrooms are available,
and you can eat and drink. It may vary slightly depending on the departure time, but it takes about 45 minutes
from Keisei Ueno Station to Narita Airport. In addition to the Narita Express and the Keisei Skyliner,
you can also travel to Tokyo by regular trains. It takes longer and you need to make a transfer,
but it is cheaper than the limited express train. It's better to search for your destination station online
in advance to avoid making any transfer mistakes. Next, we will introduce how to travel by bus. Narita Airport has bus ticket counters and buses
are available to take you to various destinations. It takes longer than the express train,
but you can go directly to your destination, so it's easier to move around even if you have heavy luggage. By the way, the low-cost buses,
which are cheaper than regular buses, are very popular. Depending on the destination,
different companies operate the buses, so it is recommended to ask at the ticket counter
of the low-cost bus. Lastly, let us explain about taxis. Since the distance from Narita Airport to the Tokyo area is far,
it will cost more than 20,000 yen to travel to Tokyo by taxi. The fare is high, so we wouldn't recommend it, but it's better to use it
only if you have no other means of transportation, such as when you arrive at the airport in the early morning
or late at night. Shared taxis, which are used by multiple people,
are recommended because they offer more reasonable fares compared to regular ones. By the way, with this shared taxi company, you can travel from Shinjuku Station to Narita Airport
in about 100 minutes for 5,980 yen. The links to the websites of each service
we introduced are in the description box. Well, that's all for today!
See you in the next video! Bye bye!
