Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tokyo to Toronto. The left side wins overall because the Tokyo Bay and Kanto Plain departure view is more dramatic and geographically rich than the Toronto approach view. Mid-flight over the North Pacific and Canadian interior offers limited scenery regardless of side, so the departure experience tips the balance.

During takeoff from New Tokyo International (NRT), sit on the Left side for the best views. NRT primarily uses runways 16/34, meaning northbound departures head roughly north then curve east over the Pacific. A left-side seat on departure gives you views back over the Kanto Plain toward Tokyo Bay and the city sprawl. On southbound departures on runway 34, left side still captures Tokyo Bay and the urban grid of greater Tokyo. Notable sights include: Tokyo Bay, Kanto Plain urban sprawl, Chiba coastline, and if visibility is excellent, distant Mount Fuji to the southwest.

When landing at Buttonville Muni (YKZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Buttonville (YKZ) is a small general aviation airport north of Toronto. Approaches typically come in from the east or northeast. A right-side seat on approach gives views of Lake Ontario, the Toronto skyline including the CN Tower, and the suburban grid of the GTA spreading north from the lakeshore. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Toronto skyline with CN Tower, Don Valley and ravine system, suburban grid of Markham and North York.

The flight from New Tokyo International (NRT) to Buttonville Muni (YKZ) takes Approximately 11 to 12 hours.

The great circle route crosses the North Pacific Ocean, passing south of the Aleutian Islands chain, then over the Gulf of Alaska, crossing the Canadian Rockies in British Columbia and Alberta, then the Canadian Shield and Great Lakes region before descending into Toronto. The Rockies are the most visually significant mid-flight feature, visible from both sides at cruising altitude.