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    "Key": "SHI-JP",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SHI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Tsuji",
      "fullCity": "Tsuji, Ryukyu Islands",
      "airport": "Shimojishima Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "JP",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Japan"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Japan can I fly to from Tsuji?",
        "answer": "From Shimojishima Airport you can fly non-stop to Naha on Okinawa's main island and to Tokyo Haneda. One-stop connections via Naha or Tokyo Haneda open up major cities like Osaka, Fukuoka, Sapporo and Nagoya. Travelers choose Naha for Okinawa's beaches and culture, Tokyo for a vast metropolis, and Osaka or Fukuoka for regional access."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Tsuji to Japan?",
        "answer": "Flights from Shimojishima (SHI) to Tokyo typically take around 2 hours 45 minutes non-stop. One-stop connections to other major cities like Osaka usually take 4 to 6 hours depending on the layover. Flight times are similar in both directions."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Tsuji to Japan?",
        "answer": "Tsuji is a district in Ishigaki, Okinawa. The nearest airport is New Ishigaki Airport (ISG). From ISG you can fly non-stop to major Japanese cities such as Tokyo (Haneda or Narita), Osaka, and Nagoya on airlines like ANA, JAL, and Peach. Flight time to Tokyo is roughly 3 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Tsuji to Japan?",
        "answer": "From Tsuji, Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways offer non-stop flights to Tokyo. One-stop options include ANA via Naha."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Japan?",
        "answer": "For Japan, travelers often visit Tokyo for its blend of modern and traditional, Kyoto for temples and gardens, Osaka for food and nightlife, Hiroshima for history and peace memorials, and Sapporo for winter sports and festivals. These cities are well-connected by Japan's efficient rail network, making multi-city itineraries easy."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Japan are best to fly into from Tsuji?",
        "answer": "Tsuji is on Shimojishima, served by Shimojishima Airport (SHI), which handles only domestic flights. From there you can fly to major Japanese hubs like Tokyo Haneda, Osaka Kansai, or Naha. Haneda and Kansai offer the best onward train connections, while Naha is ideal for exploring the Okinawa region."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Japan?",
        "answer": "For Japan, late March to early May and October to November offer comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds than summer, though cherry blossom season in spring can be busy. Summer is hot, humid and expensive in cities like Tokyo and Osaka."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Shimojishima Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Shimojishima Airport is located on Shimoji Island, which is connected to Irabu Island via Nakaji Bridge; from the city center of Miyakojima you can reach it by rental car, taxi, or a local shuttle bus that operates to the airport. Driving yourself is generally the most popular and flexible option, with short-term parking available at the terminal, while taxis are faster but pricier and public buses are the most economical choice. Ride-share services are not widely available on the island, so taxis and rental cars are the main alternatives to the bus.",
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