Detailed airport guideRestrictions 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

Table of Contents

  1. 1.Disclaimer
  2. 2.Restrictions on carry-on liquids
  3. 3.Liquids subject to inspection
  4. 4.Liquids purchased at duty-free shops
  5. 5.FAQ

1.Disclaimer

In Japan, security screening of passengers is conducted by each airline under the Civil Aeronautics Act. This website shows typical security screening rules adopted by airlines operating at Narita Airport. However, please be aware that each airline may have its own restrictions.

For more information, make inquiries with your airline or refer to the website of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

2.Restrictions on carry-on liquids

For international flights, all liquids stored in containers with a capacity exceeding 100 ml (g) are prohibited from being brought onto the aircraft. However, you can bring liquids with you in the following cases.

*100 ml (g) = 3.4 ounces

Carry-on items

Liquid can be carried on board the aircraft if it is stored in a container with a capacity of not more than 100 ml (g) and then put into a transparent re-sealable plastic bag with a capacity of not more than 1 liter. If you wish to carry on board the aircraft more than one type of liquid, store each type of liquid in a container of not more than 100 ml (g) and put all containers in a transparent re-sealable plastic bag not exceeding 1 liter (with a length and width not exceeding 20cm).

Follow the instructions shown below when packing liquids to carry on board the aircraft.

Instructions

  • The recommended size of the bag is within 20cm in length and 20cm in width. Expandable bags may not be used.
  • No liquid may be carried on board the aircraft if it is not in a transparent plastic bag.
  • Each passenger can carry only one transparent plastic bag.
  • Even in the case of liquid stored in a re-sealable container of not more than 100 ml, it may not be carried on board the aircraft if it is not in a transparent plastic bag.

Passengers are responsible for purchasing their own transparent plastic bags. These bags are available from convenience stores, DIY stores and other locations. If you wish to buy one from the airport, search for a store under the tag for “Stores selling transparent re-sealable bags” on the page of the list of restaurants and shops.

You need to surrender liquid in carry-on baggage at the security checkpoint if it exceeds 100 ml (g). Please check on this in advance.

In addition to Narita Airport, you may be subject to screening at the airport you will arrive at or the airport you will depart to return home. For more information, make inquiries with your airline.

Checked baggage

Liquid exceeding 100 ml can be carried on board the aircraft if it is put into a suitcase and checked at the check-in counter.

Security Restricted Area

All passengers are asked to undergo security screening before boarding on the aircraft. The post-security area is designated as a Security Restricted Area.

3.Liquids subject to inspection

The following items are classified as liquids that are subject to carry-on restrictions.

Typical examples of prohibited liquids

  • Miso
  • Pickles
  • bottled fruits,seafood,etc.
  • Canned goods
  • Yogurt
  • Jelly
  • Shampoo,body soap,etc.
  • Toothpaste
  • Hair cream

There are many other prohibited liquids. For more information, refer to the following list of liquids. Please be aware that gels and sprays are also prohibited.

4.Liquids purchased at duty-free shops

Liquor, cosmetics, and other liquids purchased at duty-free shops after completing departure procedures can be brought on board the aircraft regardless of the above restrictions. For more information, contact your airline.

If you purchase a liquid item exceeding 100 ml at a duty-free shop in the airport and bring it to the destination, you need to put it in a security tamper evident bag (STEB).

5.FAQ

FAQs

Can I bring 500ml bottled juice, tea, and mineral water on the plane?

[International flight] You may not carry 500 ml-bottles of juice, tea, or mineral water on the plane as they are subject to restrictions on carry-on liquids. However, you can bring on the plane bottles of juice, etc. you purchased at duty-free shops and other stores after undergoing security screening and completing departure procedures. Please check the following for further information.

Can I put canned beer in my checked luggage? I understand that I can't bring it on board, but is there also a restriction on checked luggage?

[International flight] As canned beer is subject to the restrictions on carry-on liquids, you cannot bring it in carry-on baggage but you can put it in your suitcase to be checked at the check-in counter. For further information, please check Restrictions on Carry-on Liquids on International Flights.

I bought some fresh sweets as a gift for a friend living overseas. I need to keep it cool, so I want to use dry ice. Can I bring dry ice on the plane?

[Common] You can put dry ice both in carry-on baggage and checked baggage for the purpose of cooling perishable food including fresh sweets. While passengers are allowed to bring dry ice up to 2.5 kg per person in principle, airlines may set different limits or require labeling. For details, please inquire with your airline.

The size of the clear plastic bag with a zipper for liquids is 24cm x 17cm. Is this size okay? Also, is it okay if there are pictures and words written on the zippered plastic bag?

[International flight] In the rules for carrying liquids, it is specified as a transparent, resealable plastic bag with a zipper and capacity of 1 liter, less than 20 cm on all sides. However, a bag of 24 cm x 17 cm size also has a sum of about 40 cm in both directions, so it is allowed if it's a transparent vinyl bag with a zipper. Bags with pictures or text are also allowed as long as the bag is transparent and the contents can be visually checked. However, in order to ensure a smooth inspection, we ask you to use a bag with minimal pictures and text.

I would like to bring a boxed yogurt to eat on the plane. Are there any restrictions?

[International flight] Yogurt is categorized as liquid and subject to the restrictions on carry-on liquids. Please put yogurt in checked baggage. If you need to bring it on the plane, store it in a container with a capacity of not more than 100 ml and then put it into a transparent re-sealable plastic bag with a capacity of not more than 1 liter, according to the rules on the restrictions on carry-on liquids. Please check the following for further information.