Join Early Morning Family Runway Walk this Summer at KOBE

2022-06-24

Kansai Airports Kobe is excited to announce that an early-morning family runway walk will take place at Kobe Airport (KOBE) on Saturday, July 23, 2022.

Designed for elementary and junior high school students, the event will allow participants to walk on the runway, which is usually off limits to the public, and take a close look at parked aircraft, chemical fire engines and other airport facilities during early morning hours before the start of airport operation.

What is more, visitors will get a chance to greet Sorayan―Kansai Airports Group’s official mascot character, along with staff of the airlines operating at KOBE. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to create a memorable summer experience.

Kansai Airports Group will continue to deliver exciting events to spread the appeal of the airports and the joys of travel to a broader range of people.

Date & time: Saturday, July 23, 2022, from 5:00 to 6:30 (registration opens at 4:30)
Location: Restricted area of Kobe Airport
Eligible Elementary and junior high school students with their guardian participants: Junior-high-school age and older participants will be asked to present their ID document such as a student ID and driver’s license
Capacity: Max. 70 people (up to five people per group)
Fee: Free
Application: Visit the website of Kobe Airport and fill out the application form
Required information: Full name, age and address of all participants
Telephone number and email address of a representative https://www.kairport.co.jp/event/2022oyakokasso
Deadline: Wednesday, July 6, 2022

*If we receive many applications, participants will be selected by a draw
*Notification of selection result: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Notes: - The event starts early in the morning when public transportation is not available. Participants
are requested to travel to the airport on their own by car or other means of transportation. For those driving to the venue, a parking fee of 150 yen per hour will be charged.
- The event is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions, facility operations, and other unforeseen circumstances.
- Strict COVID-19 safety measures will be in place.