Asahikawa Airport

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Asahikawa Airport (IATA: AKJ, ICAO: RJEC) is located about 15 km southeast of central Asahikawa City in Hokkaido, Japan. Surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, it serves as a convenient gateway to central Hokkaido’s popular destinations, including Furano, Biei, and Daisetsuzan National Park.

Facilities

The airport’s modern terminal offers a comfortable and scenic atmosphere, featuring restaurants and cafés showcasing Hokkaido’s regional cuisine, souvenir shops, a duty-free store, and local product boutiques. Facilities include free Wi-Fi, nursing rooms, ATMs, car rental counters, and a tourist information center. The observation deck provides panoramic views of aircraft operations and the surrounding mountains, especially stunning in winter. Accessibility features and multilingual signs are also available.

Airlines and Destinations

Domestic routes are served by All Nippon Airways (ANA), Air Do, and Japan Airlines (JAL) to Tokyo (Haneda), Osaka (Itami), and Nagoya (Chubu). Seasonal charter and international flights occasionally operate to destinations in East Asia such as Seoul or Taipei, particularly during the ski season.

Public Transportation

Airport buses run regularly between Asahikawa Airport and Asahikawa Station (about 35 minutes). Taxis and rental cars are available for travel to nearby tourist areas. The airport’s central location makes it an ideal base for exploring Hokkaido’s natural and cultural attractions.

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