東京行きのチェックインはどこですか
とうきょうゆきのちぇっくいんはどこですか
Where is the check-in for Tokyo-bound flights?
POINT"Counter to Tokyo" → "Check-in for Tokyo" is now official
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Airport
Master the Japanese you need for Airport in natural keigo. Scene-by-scene flow · NG examples · politeness levels · 9-language parallel translations
This page helps foreign residents and long-term visitors handle "Airport" with daily Japanese phrases for living in Japan, practical examples, and common mistakes to avoid.
What this page helps you say in Japan
This page focuses on Airport and teaches useful Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan, including natural replies, polite alternatives, and practical wording for foreigners living in Japan.
What You'll Learn on This Page
- Procedures at the check-in counter
- Check baggage weight and excess charges
- Confirm boarding gate and departure time
- Currency exchange/duty free shop/cafe usage
- Immigration and customs upon arrival
Practice Phrases (10 Total)
窓側の席を希望します
まどがわのせきをきぼうします
I'd like a window seat.
POINT"Aisle side" = aisle, "emergency exit row" = emergency exit row
手荷物を預けたいです
てにもつをあずけたいです
I'd like to check in this luggage.
POINTDistinguish between carry-on = cabin baggage and checked baggage = checked baggage.
超過料金はいくらですか
ちょうかりょうきんはいくらですか
How much is the excess baggage fee?
POINTThe standard weight limit for Economy is 23kg. Excess charges are high
搭乗時刻は何時ですか
とうじょうじこくはなんじですか
What time is boarding?
POINT"Boarding start time" and "takeoff time" are different. Check both
ゲートはどこですか
げーとはどこですか
Where is the gate?
POINTThere are also many gate changes. Check the bulletin board again and again
両替をお願いします
りょうがえをおねがいします
Could you exchange money?
POINTAirport currency exchange offices have poor rates. It may be cheaper to withdraw money from an ATM
免税手続きはどこですか
めんぜいてつづきはどこですか
Where is the tax refund counter?
POINTApply for tax exemption before departure. Bring your passport and purchase receipt
乗り継ぎはどちらに行けばいいですか
のりつぎはどちらにいけばいいですか
Which way for my connecting flight?
POINT"Transit" → "transfer" is an expression for station staff
空港バスの乗り場はどこですか
くうこうばすののりばはどこですか
Where is the airport bus stop?
POINTThere are various types such as limousine buses and airport shuttle buses. By destination
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Practice with ECHO App →Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Should I exchange money at the Japanese airport?
A. It is generally cheaper to exchange only the minimum amount of Japanese yen you need at the airport and withdraw the rest by card at a bank ATM. Airport rates often include fees and are unfavorable.
Q. What is the weight limit for carry-on luggage?
A. The standard weight for domestic flights is 10kg (within a total of 115cm on three sides), and for international flights it is 7 to 10kg depending on the airline. Oversized items must be deposited.
Q. How long does immigration inspection take?
A. During busy seasons (GW, summer, year-end and New Year holidays), you may have to wait 1 to 2 hours. We recommend pre-registering for "Visit Japan Web."
Q. Can I bring items purchased at a duty free shop onto the plane?
A. Liquids purchased at duty-free shops after leaving the country can be brought in as long as they are in a special sealed bag. Items may be confiscated if opened.
Q. What if your luggage goes missing at the airport?
A. Submit a loss report (PIR) at the "Baggage Service (baggage delivery counter)" in the arrival lobby. Most arrive within a few days.