Navigating through the second-biggest international airport in Japan is not a walk in the park, especially if it’s your first time here. Thus, there are some benefits to knowing the layout of each terminal as it significantly eases your journey.
Narita Airport Terminals
Narita Airport Terminals offer a wide range of facilities and amenities that cater to the needs of travelers. From lounges to duty-free shops, restaurants to prayer rooms, the terminals provide comprehensive accommodations for a hassle-free travel experience. Without further ado, let us explore the terminals of Narita Airport in a more detailed fashion!
Terminal 1
The first terminal of Narita airport has the biggest structure among the terminals that make up Narita Airport. It consists of a central building with two satellite buildings to the North and South. This terminal has 40 gates used for departure and arrival purposes. This terminal is interconnected to the second terminal by their underground train access. There are a total of 6 levels within Narita’s Airport Terminal 1. Here is the detailed breakdown of each level.
BF 1 (Railways, Narita Airport Station)
The lowermost level of this terminal is the underground level where Narita Airport Station is located. There are JR (Japan Railways) and Keisei Line connecting Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. You might also find yourself at this level if you reach Narita Airport by train. This level has direct access to the first and fourth floors and the parking area.
Facilities present at this level:
- Currency Exchange
- Medical facilities
- Vending Machines
LEVEL 1 (International Arrival Lobby).
Level 1 is the level reserved for international arrivals. This level is also used for bus and taxi pick-ups and drop-offs. Additionally, baggage claim and customs are also located on this level. When you arrive at Narita Airport, a customs inspection will be waiting for you at this level, in addition to plant and animal quarantine.
Facilities present at this level:
- Car rental counters
- Duty-free shops (before customs)
- Mobile and Wi-Fi rental
- Currency Exchange
- VAT Refund
- Baggage storage
LEVEL 2 (International Arrival Lobby)
Like the first level, the second one is also used for international arrivals. From this level, you can access the parking lot directly. When you have just arrived, you are most likely transferred here for customs inspection, just like the first level.
Facilities present at this level:
- Showers
- Support Center
- Automatic gate registration counter
LEVEL 3 (International Departure Gate Area)
Level 3 is the International Departures area. In this area, there are plenty of shops, namely duty-free shops, various restaurants that provide vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, boutiques, and many other facilities. The facilities on this floor are only available for passengers who have completed the departure procedure.
Facilities present at this level:
- ATM
- Airline lounges
- Duty-free pick-up counters
- Shops
- Currency exchange
- Restaurants
LEVEL 4 (International Departure Lobby)
Level 4 is the International Departure Lobby and Check-in area. In the central building, you can find many shops and restaurants. In the south wing, there is a Duty-free mall, Narita Nakamise, one of Japan’s largest duty-free brand boutique malls.
Facilities present at this level:
- Shopping mall
- Restaurants
- Baggage lockers
- Nursery
- Internet terminals
- Massage chairs
LEVEL 5 (Restaurants and Shops/Observation Deck)
Level 5 is the highest in the first terminal. There is an observation deck on this floor from which you can do some sightseeing. The airport mall also extends up to this level. Additionally, the Sky Food Court can also be found at this level.
Facilities present at this level:
- Shopping mall
- Restaurants
Terminal 2
Terminal 2 of Narita Airport is similar to the previous terminal in that both have a central building and a satellite building, connected from one to the other. The similarity doesn’t end there. Terminal 2 also includes one of the largest duty-free malls in Japan, just like Terminal 1. One selling point which sets this terminal apart from the first terminal is the addition of the Capsule Hotel, one of the most popular aspects of Narita Airport. There are five levels within the second terminal of the Narita Airport.
BF1 (Railways)
This underground level is connected to Terminal 1. You can access both terminals via Narita Airport Station. The 9-hour capsule hotel is also located on this level, should you want to rest before or after a long flight.
Facilities present at this level:
- Convenience stores
- Capsule hotel
- Café
- Currency exchange
- Pet hotel
- Mobile phone
- Rental Wi-Fi
- Pet hotel and grooming
LEVEL 1 (International Arrival Lobby)
The first floor or first level is the arrivals lobby (international or domestic). This floor also provides access to buses and taxis, should you want to visit or go from Narita Airport. Additionally, there is an access corridor towards Terminal 3 from which you can walk to.
Facilities present at this level:
- ATM
- Convenience stores
- Café
- Car Rental
- Currency exchange
- Duty-free shop (before customs)
LEVEL 2 (P-2 & P-3 Parking Lot Accessway)
The second floor mainly provides access to the parking lot. However, there are also other facilities such as ATMs, convenience stores, café, and capsule hotels that you can access.
Facilities present at this level:
- Souvenir shop
- ATM
- Pet hotel
- Capsule hotel
- Fast food
LEVEL 3 (International Departure Lobby and Gate Area)
The third level of Terminal 2 serves as a departure, check-in, security screening, and passport control area. Facilities on this floor are mainly shops and services, such as repair and postal services. After the passport control process, you can access one of the most extensive collections of duty-free shops in an airport.
Facilities present at this level:
- Duty-free shops
- Café
- Currency exchange
- Postal service
- Baggage delivery
- Baggage wrapping
- Baggage storage
- ATM
LEVEL 4 (Restaurants and Shops/Observation Deck)
The topmost level of terminal 2 offers selections of fine restaurants, from popular fast food to western cuisines. Alongside the restaurants here, this level is also brimming with shops providing books, magazines, travel goods, fashion, and souvenirs. It is also equipped with an observation deck like the previous terminal.
Facilities present at this level:
- Café
- Restaurants
- Convenience stores
- Electrical appliances
- Passport photo booth
Terminal 3
The last terminal is purposed mainly for low-cost carriers, otherwise known as the Budget terminal. Few airlines are coming and going from this terminal. However, the number of flights is impressive, clocking at 50,000 each year. This terminal does not have an underground level. Instead, the lowest level is Level 1. For your convenience, we’ve compiled a list of the levels within Terminal 3.
LEVEL 1 (International/Domestic Arrival Lobby)
The first level of Terminal 3 is the arrival lobby. This level can be reached immediately from terminal 2 by an access corridor. Only a single duty-free shop is here, acting as a solo shopping spot on this floor.
Facilities present at this level:
- Duty-Free shop
- Baggage delivery and storage
- ATM
- SIM card vending machine
LEVEL 2 (International/Domestic Departure Lobby)
On this level, various shops, restaurants, and cafes are ready to welcome you once you reach this floor. You can have a meal before checking in and waiting at the lounge for your flight here.
Facilities present at this level:
- Convenience store
- Currency exchange
- Mobile phone rental
- Passport photo booth
LEVEL 3 (International Departure)
Most of the facilities at this level can be accessed after you have completed departure procedures. Here, you can enjoy duty-free shopping, buy souvenirs, and enjoy some meals at the restaurant.
Facilities present at this level:
- Duty-free shops
- Duty-free pick-up counter
- ATM
- Currency exchange
- Traveler insurance vending machine.
And with that, we wrap up the explanation of each Narita International Airport Japan terminal. Next time you visit, you will have some idea of which facility will help you the most during your trip to Japan. So, what are you waiting for? Head over to Airpaz.com and check out what we have to offer for your flight to Japan! See you there!
