Guide for the Few

TokyoArrive

Arriving in Tokyo by private jet or commercial flight

Getting in and out without a queue: by private jet, on a commercial flight, by car or by train.

Five recommendations, each checked every 7 days.

  • The Business Aviation Gate at Haneda

    The private jet gate at Haneda's Terminal 3, with its own lounge, security check, customs and immigration, porte-cochère and temporary parking spots, open 24 hours.

    Checked 8 November

  • The helicopter transfer to Narita with AirX

    A private helicopter from the Tokyo Heliport in Shinkiba to the helipad at Shisui in about 20 minutes, then ground transport to Narita Airport in about 15 more.

    Checked 7 November

  • The international escort service at Haneda

    Haneda's own meet-and-assist for international flights at Terminals 3 and 2: a member of staff meets you and stays with you through check-in, security and to the gate, with the TIAT Lounge on departure.

    Checked 7 November

  • The Premier Gate at Narita

    Narita airport's own terminal for business jets, with private customs, immigration and quarantine, two lounges, a meeting room and 18 aircraft stands.

    Checked 3 November

  • The Supreme Class Cabin on the Tokaido Shinkansen

    A private compartment behind its own locking door on selected Shinkansen trains from Tokyo to Kyoto, Osaka and Hakata, for two guests in Car 7 or one in Car 10, from 1 October 2026.

    Checked 7 November

About this list

Getting in and out without a queue: the business aviation terminals at Haneda and Narita for a private jet, meet-and-assist for anyone on a commercial flight, the drivers who meet either, and the Shinkansen to Kyoto.