Kagoshima Airport – KOJ
Internationally recognized by its IATA location identifier of KOJ, Kagoshima Airport is a public-use airport constructed in the city of Kirishima in the prefecture of Kagoshima. The airfield handles the passenger traffic of the city of Kagoshima, Japan, which is almost 30 kilometers from the aerodrome. Kagoshima Airport is known as the second most active airfield on the island of Kyushu, following Fukuoka Airport. This international airport is currently operated by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, while its passenger terminal is managed by the Kagoshima Airport Building Co., Ltd.
Best Time to Visit
The Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) was officially opened to commercial flights in 1972. It replaced the Imperial Japanese Navy airport located in the Kamoike area, which is now the home of the government offices of the Kagoshima Prefecture. Ten years after the airport opened, an international terminal was introduced to the airfield, followed by a cargo terminal five years later. Today, the airport is served by 18 airlines, connecting the city to various destinations in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Kagoshima Airport also serves as the hub for New Japan Aviation and Japan Air Commuter. From the airport, feel free to explore the neighboring towns of Koike, Suzuyama, and Arimura.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The airport features a 3-star accommodation named the Kagoshima Kuko Hotel, which is just less than five-minute drive outside of the airfield. You can also drive to the affordable accommodations within Kirishima, two of which are the Yakakutei and the Hotel Kyocera.
On this page it is easy to search for Kagoshima, Japan airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Kagoshima, Japan (KOJ) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the KOJ airport.
Most of these KOJ
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Kagoshima, Japan
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the KOJ airport are Kagoshima Culture Craft Village, Amu Plaza Kagoshima, and Kagoshima Culture Craft Village.
Map of Kagoshima, Japan Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Kagoshima, Japan (KOJ)
If you planning to travel to Kagoshima, Japan (KOJ), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 8:26 PM.
The temperature feels like 63 with a humidity level of 69 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 9 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 11, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 5 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 10:07 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Friday
5/10
Few clouds
65°F
High: 76°F
Low: 59°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
5/11
Broken clouds
67°F
High: 76°F
Low: 67°F
Precipitation: 20%
Sunday
5/12
Heavy rain
68°F
High: 69°F
Low: 67°F
Precipitation: 90%
Monday
5/13
Light rain
70°F
High: 74°F
Low: 65°F
Precipitation: 50%
Tuesday
5/14
Light rain
70°F
High: 77°F
Low: 56°F
Precipitation: 55%
Wednesday
5/15
Few clouds
64°F
High: 74°F
Low: 53°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Kagoshima, Japan KOJ airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free KOJ airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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