Originally Posted by
Marq
1. Are monorail and keikyu just as convenient getting to Terminal 1?
About equal. Since you're living near an Oedo subway station it's easier (but usually somewhat slower) to use the keikyu.
EDITED TO ADD:
As later posters have pointed out, ANA flies from Terminal 2 at Haneda.
Originally Posted by
Marq
2. Hyperdia indicates that I transfer form Oedo to Asakusa and then Asakusa subway becomes Keikyu; is that all on passnet without having to go through turnstiles mid-trip?
Take the Oedo to
Daimon. At Daimon station it's just two escalator rides and a short walk (no barriers) from the Oedo line to Asakusa line. I'm pretty sure there are signs to indicate that it's the right platform for Haneda Airport.
NOTE - Trains to Haneda airport use the same platform as Asakusa line trains with different destinations. Be careful to get on a train bound for Haneda airport
Originally Posted by
Marq
3. How far in advance should I plan on getting to Haneda (this will be a Saturday morning)?
They will allow check in up to 15 mins before departure. That's for daredevils only.
I usually aim to reach the airport 60 mins before departure. Slightly less is OK for hand-luggage only, but I don't like to cut things very fine.
Originally Posted by
Marq
is there a restriction on liquids for domestic flights?
After X-ray they have a special machine to inspect bottled water etc. Not sure what they do with bigger bottles - wine / sake etc.
This will change soon - Ministry of transport has announced a change in the procedures at all Japanese airports, which will bring Japan in line with the US. (And I believe that this will allow Japan to do away with the inspections at the gates for US airlines out of Narita airport).
Originally Posted by
Marq
Can I expect there to be overhead space available?
If you are a Star Alliance Gold member, ANA will allow you to board early. Even if not, it's usually OK. In my experience, Japanese people generally carry-on less than Americans.
Originally Posted by
Marq
6. Is Suica card accepted by JR Hokkaido or do I just get single tickets from airport to Sapporo Station?
You'll need to buy tickets with cash.