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Kagoshima (RJFK/KOJ) — Kagoshima, Japan

Kagoshima (RJFK/KOJ) serves Kagoshima, Japan. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 906 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 8/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: RJFK
  • Name: Kagoshima
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 31.8034
  • Longitude: 130.718994
  • Elevation: 906 ft
  • Country: Japan
  • Municipality: Kagoshima
  • IATA Code: KOJ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
  • Distance from City: 35.3 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16/34

  • Designation: 16/34
  • Dimensions: 9840 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 127.050 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Kagoshima Airport Office, JCAB; PPR required for GA flights.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Approx JPY 1,300/ton MTOW
  • Parking Fee: JPY 800/ton per 24h block
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: JPY
  • Remarks: Landing fees calculated per MTOW as per JCAB schedule. Noise surcharges may apply for Chapter 3 aircraft.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Supplied by Japanese fuel consortium. Into-plane service available during operational hours. Advance coordination recommended.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 22:00
  • Curfew End: 07:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Noise abatement procedures in effect. Slot coordination required via JCAB.

Alternates

RJFT

  • ICAO: RJFT
  • Name: Kumamoto
  • Distance (NM): 62.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

RJFU

  • ICAO: RJFU
  • Name: Nagasaki
  • Distance (NM): 78.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: CIQ available. APIS data must be submitted via NACCS system at least 2 hours before arrival.

Airport Services

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Japan Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A for ICAO IFR flights; VFR requires permit
  • Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: not required. Charter: 3-7 working days. Business urgency: 24 hours possible.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require JCAB notification. Generally accommodated at GA-friendly airports.

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Active NOTAMs

K1674/26 caution
Runway lighting out
ALL STOP-BAR-LGT U/S DUE TO CONST
2026-06-21 22:00:00 2026-09-17 22:00:00
V0713/25 caution
Instrument procedure change
[US DOD PROCEDURAL NOTAM] INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURE NOT AUTHORIZED RNP RWY 16.
2025-09-04 17:48:00 2027-03-31 15:00:00
K1650/26 info
FIREWORKS: PLACE: RADIUS 110M CENTER 315253N1304705E (KIRISHIMA-SHI IN KAGOSHIMA)
2026-08-15 11:30:00 2026-08-15 12:30:00

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Nearby Airports

RJFY JMSDF Kanoya Air Base 27 NM RJFM Miyazaki Airport 37 NM RJFN JASDF Nyūtabaru Air Base 41 NM RJDA Amakusa Airport 50 NM RJFT Kumamoto 62 NM RJX7 Satsuma Iōjima Airport 65 NM RJFG New Tanegashima Airport 73 NM RJFU Nagasaki 78 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at RJFK?
The tower frequency at Kagoshima is 118.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at RJFK?
Kagoshima offers Jet A-1.
Does RJFK require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Kagoshima (Japan).
Does RJFK require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Kagoshima.
Where is RJFK located?
Kagoshima (RJFK) is located in Kagoshima, Japan.
What is the IATA code for RJFK?
The IATA code for Kagoshima is KOJ.
How long is the runway at RJFK?
The main runway at Kagoshima (16/34) measures 9840 X 150.
Does RJFK have an ILS approach?
Yes, Kagoshima has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
Is RJFK a port of entry?
Yes, Kagoshima is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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