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Cheapest round-trip
$874
Typical prices: $748-$1,509
ZIPAIR, WestJet
Wed 1/24Thu 1/25
NRT - SFO • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$876
Typical prices: $735-$1,567
ZIPAIR
Fri 10/26Fri 11/2
NRT - SFO • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Choose direct flights from Haneda to save time; check-in is often quick and easy.
For Narita, pack snacks and keep carry-ons light to avoid onboard hassle.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, ANA and others. Average duration is 9h 30m.
Direct flights
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Top routes
Cheapest • 30% average savings
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 22% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $638 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco (TYO-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tokyo to San Francisco

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:30 pm - 12:00 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
33h 30m1 stop Calgary
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11:20 pm - 9:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
29h 45m1 stop Incheon Intl
$874Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:25 pm - 1:45 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
9h 20mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 4:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
30h 50m1 stop Calgary
$874Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:25 pm - 2:35 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
9h 10mnonstop
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3:35 pm - 7:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 20mnonstop
$876ZIPAIR
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:25 pm - 1:35 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
9h 10mnonstop
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9:20 pm - 2:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
24h 05m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$876Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:30 pm - 2:45 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
9h 15mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 8:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15mnonstop
$877ZIPAIR
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:30 pm - 2:45 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SFO San Francisco
9h 15mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 8:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15mnonstop
$877ZIPAIR
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
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9:55 pm - 3:15 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SFO San Francisco
33h 20m1 stop Honolulu
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10:35 am - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-HND Tokyo Haneda
11h 20mnonstop
$1,232United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:40 pm - 4:37 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SFO San Francisco
37h 57m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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10:20 am - 2:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-HND Tokyo Haneda
11h 30mnonstop
$1,391United Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 23
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10:55 pm - 3:30 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SFO San Francisco
9h 35mnonstop
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10:35 am - 6:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-HND Tokyo Haneda
15h 10m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$2,031ANA
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:50 am - 11:06 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SFO San Francisco
15h 16m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:20 am - 4:50 amSFO  San Francisco-HND Tokyo Haneda
11h 30mnonstop
$2,032ANA
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tokyo to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Tokyo to San Francisco with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Tokyo to San Francisco flight route?

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to San Francisco (SFO) is the cheapest Tokyo to San Francisco route, averaging $926 round-trip. Other Tokyo to San Francisco routes average $1,704, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco at $780 round-trip.
  • August ($1,228) and July ($1,194) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Tokyo to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Tokyo to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Victoria M. Walker

Victoria M. Walker

Expert on ZIPAIR

Victoria M. Walker is an award-winning travel reporter who writes the “Carrying On” newsletter. Victoria writes about airlines and hotels and fell in love with travel after her first flight in 2014. She was raised in Virginia and is based in Brooklyn, NY. She is interested in finding the best pizza and coffee in every city she visits.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Japan Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Tokyo to San Francisco flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$433
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
Flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Tokyo to San Francisco

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Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Tokyo to San Francisco 
JasonFlew with ZIPAIR-Aug 2026
You don't need the meal, eat at Tokyo and relax on the flight. Bring water & chargers.
AnshumanFlew with Japan Airlines-Aug 2026
Make sure you carry your own food if you are vegetarian
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Jan 2026
Don't get to the gate too much earlier than you need to, it is very easy and fast to get from baggage drop off through security and to the gate.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-May 2025
Bring your own meals like sandwich, nuts, fruit, or protein bar, because the food not only smells fowl but tastes even more so. Jesus, I’d rather just eat a protein bar.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Dec 2024
Get to the airport early because ground transportation to/from takes time and patience. Horribly crowded airport takes time to understand if one doesn’t understand Japanese language. Transfer time from previous flight was obviously not long enough and yet this was what booking service recommended
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Nov 2024
This trip seemed shorter than I thought. Sleeping helps pass the time. Also take an aspirin and wear compression socks
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2024
Procedures in Tokyo Narita airport are very efficient. Transportation to and from Tokyo is also efficient, economical, and available.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Oct 2024
Get a butt pillow for the long flight and a neck pillow to sleep comfortably
JohnjimyFlew with ANA-Aug 2024
If you have multiple carry-on. You may be subjected to have tags or have to pay, due to limited spaces. I was fortunate to have my bag under seat for take off. Other passengers decided to bring the whole room with them without me having space to put my backpack carry on.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Mar 2024
I have not flown other flights to Tokyo, so I have not much to add here. I did appreciate the option of a direct flight to your destination. Having to connect to another flight is at minimum a 2 hour add to your traveling time to an already long flight. Even though a connecting flight you have been more economical, the saved time will s worth the slightly extra cost to me.
RickFlew with United Airlines-May 2024
Haneda Airport was most convenient for me. My friend lives in Chiba so Haneda was closer to drop me off. There was a monorail if coming by train, so that came be convenient too. Check in was a breeze and also ANA accepts luggage forwarding service from our hotel which made it more convenient too!
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-May 2024
Haneda airport now handles most of the international traffic. It's much closer to downtown Tokyo. Narita is 45-55 minutes out of town. Do online and complete you immigration documentation before your flight. Print the QR code and the machine will scan it along with your passport. Much faster.

Your Tokyo to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I get from the San Francisco Airport (SFO) to my hotel?

    The most economical travel option is the Bart Rail or subway system. If you choose to ride the subway, it will take about 30min to get to a hotel in downtown San Francisco. The subway station at the airport is in the International Terminal. A taxi is another easy way to get to your hotel. The taxi stand or lane is outside of the arrival hall.

  • Where can I eat at the Haneda Airport in Tokyo?

    At the Haneda Airport (HND), there are restaurants where you can eat different types of cuisine. If you want Asian fare, there is a Shinshu soba noodle and a meat rice bowl shop. For Western fare, a burger shop and a branch of the Subway chain is here. If you're looking for a snack, the airport has an ice cream shop and a Starbucks coffee shop.

  • Are there any lounges at the Narita International Airport (NRT)?

    Yes, there is. You can relax and enjoy an array of amenities in one of the lounges. Some airlines such as Korean Air, United, and Emirates have lounges here for passengers to enjoy. There are also lounges hosted by credit card companies and other corporations including American Express, Orient Corporation, and GTN Epos card. If you don't qualify to enter any of these lounges, there are a couple that you can pay to enter.

  • Can I rent a car at the San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    Yes, you can rent a car at the San Francisco Airport. Several car rental agencies have offices at this airport including Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. To get to the rental car center, hop on the AirTrain and get off at the car rental center.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Tokyo to San Francisco flights:

    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Thai Airways: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    4 airlines operate flights between Tokyo and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • ANA
    • Japan Airlines
    • ZIPAIR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco may depart from several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT). Flights usually arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • ZIPAIR: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Tokyo to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $638 round-trip via Vancouver Intl (YVR), compared to $1,009 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Tokyo to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Tokyo to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Tokyo to San Francisco route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $917 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,441, a difference of $524. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tokyo to San Francisco route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 16 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Tokyo to San Francisco spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Tokyo to San Francisco flights, with 57% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 28%, afternoon flights for 14%, and morning flights for 1%.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tokyo to San Francisco:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:50 pm and lands at 1:20 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 8:25 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 30m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 2% above the route average of $1,004. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Tokyo to San Francisco takes 9h 30m, covering 5,140 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Tokyo to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Tokyo to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $970, which is 86% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does ANA’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

    ANA is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Tokyo to San Francisco flights are:

    • ANA: 81% on time
    • United Airlines: 80% on time
    • ZIPAIR: 77% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 77% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Tokyo to San Francisco?

    Flying via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 47m, compared with 16h 57m via Honolulu (HNL) and 17h 05m via Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What is the time difference between Tokyo and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 16 hours behind Tokyo (Pacific Time vs Japan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Tokyo to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tokyo to San Francisco range from $748 to $1,509, with an average of $1,004 over the past 12 months. Anything below $748 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

    Japan Airlines is the only airline on the Tokyo to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Tokyo to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $917 - about $524 less than Saturday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tokyo to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average $780 round-trip in that month - typically $448 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, ANA is the strongest pick on this route. 81% of ANA flights from Tokyo to San Francisco arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 77%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 16 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $638 round-trip on this route - about $371 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • There are two international airports in Tokyo. Haneda International Airport (HND) is conveniently located about 13 miles from the center of Tokyo. Its other airport, Narita International Airport (NRT), is close to the surrounding cities of Chiba and Funabashi.
  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is quite large. It has four terminals and 115 gates. You'll find it easy to get from one side of the airport to another because of its AirTrain, people mover system. The AirTrain goes from terminal to terminal, as well as to parking garages, the airport hotel, and the rental car center.
  • Although there are many direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco, some will require a layover. You could switch planes at an airport in the United States such as the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Sea-Tac Airport (SEA), or the Honolulu Airport (HNL).
  • While you're at the San Francisco Airport (SFO), you can watch planes come and go. The airport has an outdoor observation deck on the roof of Terminal 2. This Sky Terrace also has comfortable seating so you can stay here for a while.
  • At the Narita Airport (NRT), you can be dropped off curbside outside of the terminal. There is also a covered shelter under which you can get dropped off to catch your flight to San Francisco. If you're flying out of Haneda Airport (HND), there is a designated drop-off lane for passengers who are getting dropped off.

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Direct departures

Tokyo to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Tokyo

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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