Security Check

[Common] The number of security personnel assigned to the security checkpoint is determined according to the situation of arrivals. The security checkpoint may be temporarily congested depending on the situation of arrivals. We appreciate your understanding.

Some airlines conduct additional security screening just prior to boarding the aircraft. These screenings are conducted independently by the airlines based on their own discretion or on regulations of the destination countries.

As is the policy of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, we ask that you remove your jacket, coat or other outerwear and place it on a tray before you undergo the screening.

Narita International Airport uses the latest high-performance X-ray screening equipment to conduct security screening of checked baggage. Since this device may expose undeveloped film, we recommended that you place film in your carry-on baggage. If you want to carry your photographic film on plane, not only X-ray screening but also manual check by an screenr is possible. Customers who don't want to perform security screening by X-ray screening equipment, or customers who have ultrasensitive film, Please declare it to the staff.

Please refer to the following page to learn the background and reason for conducting security screening.

[Common] Inspecting a game console with X-rays does not result in data loss or malfunction.

[Common]Please rest assured, your digital camera will not be damaged even if it goes through X-ray scanning.

[Common] If you declare it to the security officers when going through security checks, instead of a metal detector check, we will perform a physical check (which does not use a handheld metal detector). Also, presenting a certificate such as a medical certificate can help the check go smoother, so if you have one, we recommend you bring it with you.

[Common] All baggage of passengers departing from Narita Airport, whether carry-on baggage or checked baggage, basically needs to be inspected using an x-ray machine. For inspection methods other than using an x-ray machine, please consult with your airline.

[Common] If you let the inspector know that you use a pacemaker, instead of a metal detector check, we will provide a physical check with a same-sex inspector.

[Common] Pets being taken onboard will also go through the metal detector while in their cages. If a metal response is detected, we will inspect the cage visually and using a handheld metal detector. The same applies even for pets with embedded microchips.

[Common] If you declare it to the security officer during the inspection, you will be subjected to a physical check by an officer of the same sex, rather than passing through a metal detector. Also, if you can present a certificate such as a medical certificate, it will make the inspection smoother, so please provide it if you have one.

[International flight] Due to the restrictions on carry-on liquids, it depends on where you purchase liquor. You cannot bring liquids purchased before security screening (before passport control) in carry-on baggage. Please put them in checked baggage. You can bring liquids purchased at duty-free shops after security screening (after passport control) in carry-on baggage. However, if you connect flights at an overseas airport, you may be required to dispose of such liquids in the security area. Please purchase liquids at the airport where you make the final connection. Please check the following for further information.

[Common] The body scanner and metal detector used for screening of passengers at Narita Airport do not have any effect on the human body. If you are pregnant and reluctant to undergo screening using these devices, please tell security personnel. Screening can be conducted by using equipment other than a body scanner and metal detector.

As is the policy of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, we ask that you remove any personal computers or other large electronic devices from your carry-on baggage and place them in a separate tray when you undergo your security screening.

Unfortunately, items that passengers have voluntarily surrendered at the screening area are promptly discarded, so they cannot be returned to passengers. We ask you for your understanding.