Explained in plain English
What is Narita Airport?
Narita Airport is one of Japan's main international gateways, located near Tokyo. It's a huge hub for travellers, so when it's affected by severe weather, as thousands were stranded in the story, it causes significant disruption both locally and globally. Its strategic importance means any issues there have a wide impact.
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