With the opening of the second runway scheduled for August 2, 2007, Kansai International Airport will be fully operative 24 hours a day.

Due to its origins as a town of merchants, Osaka has always attached special importance to "hospitality" towards customers. This is also true for Kansai International Airport, a gateway to western Japan that serves many people. This issue will focus on airport services of interest to foreign visitors.

The airy lobby provides a great sense of spaciousness.

Since its opening in 1994, Kansai International Airport has continued to serve visitors from all over the world. Today, the airport is connected to 71 cities in 31 countries and regions of the world, serving over 16 million passengers a year. With the opening of the second runway scheduled for August 2, 2007, the airport will be able to operate around the clock. The airport, which will be used by an increasing number of passengers, is now offering a variety of innovative services to better satisfy passengers' needs.

Kansai International Airport offers very convenient access to many popular sightseeing spots.

The Osaka Station area can be reached in about 50 minutes by car from Kansai International Airport, and about 65 minutes by train. Popular tourist cities near Osaka, such as Kyoto, Nara and Kobe, are also within easy reach. The airport also offers convenient access to major locations in Japan as it provides direct connections to 17 domestic cities.

From: Brand-New Osaka vol.5 (2007.7.)