Detailed airport guideGuidance on Security Screening

Information you should know before you travel by air is provided in articles covering the procedures and instructions on security screening. Check this before undergoing security screening, then you can complete the screening procedures smoothly and enjoy safe travel.

1.Prepare at home

Restricted Carry-on and Checked Items

There are some restrictions on carry-on baggage and checked baggage. Here is an explanation of restricted items.

Restrictions on Carry-on Liquids on International Flights

There are restrictions on liquids you can carry on board the aircraft on international flights. Please check these restrictions in advance and prepare your baggage at home

2.Check-in

Guidance on Security Screening

Here is the information you should know before you check your baggage at the check-in counter, e.g., screening method, measures taken if there is a problem with baggage, and prohibited items.

3.Security screening

Mandatory security screening

The amendment to the Civil Aeronautics Act as of March 10, 2022, has made it mandatory for passengers to undergo security screening. For more information, refer to the following.

Notice Regarding Mandatory Security Screening

Security screening procedures

For the peace of mind of all passengers, we request you to undergo security screening of yourself and your carry-on baggage. Here is an explanation on security screening procedures.

Security Screening Operating Hours

We have security systems in place to ensure safe flights for all passengers. Occasionally, there may be long lines at security screening areas, depending on your flight time.

Reason for conducting security screening

Everything is for the safety of passengers

4.Security screening when connecting flights

Passengers connecting to international or domestic flights at Narita Airport are also required to undergo security screening. For more information on the procedures for security screening when connecting flights, refer to “Guidance on Connecting Flights.

Why is security screening required for connecting flights?

Connecting Flights

You can view the process of connecting to an international flight or a domestic flight via Narita Airport.

5.Boarding procedure

For more information on the procedures after completing security screening until boarding an airplane, refer to “Procedures for Boarding.”

Boarding procedure

The procedure conducted at the boarding gate immediately before boarding the airplane is as explained below.