Baggage (Check-in Procedures, Carry-on, Inspections) [Japan Domestic Flights]

This page provides information about the rules and points to note which need to be confirmed in advance concerning baggage when boarding a Japan domestic flight.

Information

Our Requests to Passengers Regarding Carry-on Baggage (Applicable to flights boarding on/after July 1, 2026)

Starting July 1, 2026, the maximum size for personal items on ANA Group-operated flights will be updated to within 40cm x 30cm x 20cm.

To ensure smooth boarding, on-time performance, and enhanced cabin safety (reducing the risk of passenger injuries caused by falling baggage), we kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation with the following rules.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Applicable to flights boarding on/after July 1, 2026
  • Personal items must be within 40cm x 30cm x 20cm and small enough to fit completely under the seat in front of the passenger.
Applicable to flights boarding on/after April 1, 2026
  • Passengers may bring up to two items into the cabin: one carry-on bag and one personal item(e.g., handbag, shoulder bag, etc.).
  • Personal items must be small enough to fit completely under the seat in front of the passenger.
  • In addition to meeting size and weight regulations, passengers are requested to bring only baggage that they can lift and stow in the overhead compartment without assistance.
Limited to 2 items : 10kg total for one carry-on bag and one personal item. Please use personal items that fit under the seat in front of you.

This update is based on the industry-wide guidelines for carry-on baggage established by the Scheduled Airlines Association of Japan, following administrative notice from the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Changes to the Handling of Power Banks (Applicable to flights boarding on/after April 24, 2026)

In accordance with changes to international standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and revisions to guidelines issued by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the rules regarding the number of power banks allowed on board and charging will be changed as follows.

  • Can not be checked in as checked baggage.
  • Bring in items with a watt-hour rating of 160 Wh or less.
  • Bring in up to 2 items per person.
  • To prevent short circuits, please protect the terminals with tape or place them in a plastic bag to ensure proper isolation.
  • Charging power banks using the in-flight power outlet is prohibited.
  • Refrain from using power banks to charge other electronic devices.
Carry-on limits for spare batteries: Two 100-160Wh power banks: Up to 2 permitted. One under 100Wh and one 100-160Wh power bank: Up to 1 permitted. Two 100-160Wh power banks: Not permitted.

Transport of Lithium Battery Equipment Subject to Recall

The Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of Japan has notified airlines of the standards for the transport of lithium batteries subject to recall and electronic equipment containing such batteries.

For details, please refer to "Transportation of Lithium Battery Equipment Subject to Recall".

Notes

Information on the size and weight of baggage which can be checked in at the airport counter and points to note regarding checked baggage.

Information on the size and number of pieces of baggage which can be carried on, and items which require special attention.

Information on how damage to checked baggage is handled, and on items left behind in aircraft or lounges.

Information on items frequently inquired about regarding their carry-on and check-in such as sharp objects and dangerous goods.

Services for a Safe and Comfortable Flight

ANA provides assistance for passengers traveling with their beloved pets.

Information for passengers traveling with musical instruments.

We provide assistance for passengers traveling with infants or small children.