Discover the Wonders of Haneda Airport Terminal 3 and Japan’s History!

• Table of Contents
• Basic Information
• Tour Details
• Conclusion

Have you heard about the free tours at Haneda Airport Terminal 3?

Once a month,the Ota Tourism Association and the Ota City Tour Guide Group (OTG) organize free tours of Terminal 3 for foreigners. Friendly local volunteers guide visitors through the fascinating aspects of the airport and share insights into Japan's rich history.

Besides the tours, you can also enjoy hands-on experiences with traditional Japanese activities like origami and wearing haori.

Whether you have a bit of extra time before your flight or simply want to learn more about Haneda Airport, this is the perfect opportunity. Don’t miss it!

Basic Information

Tour Name
Explore Haneda Airport!

Location
Haneda Airport Terminal 3, 5th floor, OTG counter near Haneda Nihonbashi Bridge
*OTG stands for Ota City Tour Guide Group, Tokyo.

How to Participate
No reservations required.
Please speak to the staff at the counter on the day of the tour.

Eligibility
Foreign nationals
 *This tour is intended for non-Japanese individuals.

Participation Fee
Free
 *There is no participation fee. We will not charge you or try to sell you anything after the tour.

Dates
April 20 (Sat), May 19 (Sun), June 15 (Sat), July 21 (Sun), August 17 (Sat), September 15 (Sun), 2024
Time: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

How to Get There

After arriving at the Departure Lobby on the 3rd floor of Haneda Airport Terminal 3, please proceed to the OTG Counter (marked with ⇩ in the photo) near Haneda Nihonbashi Bridge on the 5th floor.

This is the OTG Counter.

Look for this sign.

Please feel free to ask one of the guides nearby for assistance.

Tour Details

Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Tour

Learn about the airport and a bit of Japanese history as you tour the 5th and 4th floors with a local volunteer guide.

The tour takes about 30 to 60 minutes, and the guide will be speaking English, so you don't need to speak Japanese.

Now, let's look at a few scenes from the actual tour!

*Tour program and flow may vary depending on the situation.

Tour Flow

1. Sign up at the OTG Counter and start the tour!

2. After leaving the OTG Counter, you will receive an explanation of the buildings located just outside the OTG Counter.

3. Visit TIAT SKY ROAD to see model airplanes of various airline companies.

4. Explore the observation deck for a bit, then head back downstairs.

5. Arrive at Edo Koji, a restaurant and café area recreating the streets of Edo (present-day Tokyo). The delicious smells in the air might make you hungry.

6. While walking through Edo Koji, you will come across a structure. Ask your guide about it.

7. Discover something hidden in the alley of Okonomi Yokocho.

8. Head over to the Haneda Nihonbashi Bridge.

9. At Haneda Nihonbashi Bridge, see a half-scale reconstruction of the Nihonbashi bridge from the Edo period (1603-1868). From the bridge, listen to interesting stories from the guide while looking at the Edo Folding Screen painted on the wall.

10. Return to the OTG Counter. Thanks for joining us!

Origami Experience

Let's try folding origami (*1) with a guide!

You probably don't often get a chance to fold origami in your everyday life.

Take this opportunity to have a valuable experience and create your own original piece of artwork.

And of course, you can take home your finished pieces as souvenirs.

*1: A traditional Japanese activity where paper is folded to create shapes of various objects, such as animals, plants, and daily life tools.

Photo provided by: Ota City Tour Guide Group (OTG)

Haori Experience

Wear a haori (*2) and take a photo!

There are several types of haori available.

Try on your favorite color haori and take a picture on the bridge or under an umbrella.

It will surely become one of the most memorable photos of your trip.

*2: A short overgarment worn over a kimono.

Take a photo in front of the bridge or under the umbrella with your family or loved ones!

Photo provided by: Ota City Tour Guide Group (OTG)

Conclusion

What did you think?

Isn't it amazing that you can experience such a valuable tour for free?

When you visit Haneda Airport Terminal 3, be sure to join this tour to learn about the airport and a bit of Japanese history.

We’re confident you'll find it a worthwhile experience.

Also, when you're at Haneda Airport, be sure to stop by GTN.

We can assist you with SIM cards, travel advice, and more.

Feel free to contact us with any questions.