Chinese bulk shoppers cause delays at Narita

Narita Airport has seen numerous delays in flight departures due to Chinese tourists whose carry-on luggage exceeds size restrictions after they embark on last-minute shopping sprees.Narita International Airport Corp., the airport's operator, is urging passengers to make sure that their predeparture purchases do not exceed baggage allowances.

Each airline sets its own rules on the size and number of items that can be taken on board.However, the airport's operator has undertaken its own measures, such as posting signs in both English and Chinese near large items in shops, warning that their purchase could push them over the carry-on size limit.The company also calls for passengers to notify airlines in advance if they have oversize cabin baggage.