Kansai Airports is pleased to announce the “ITAMI Runway Walk,” to be held at Osaka Itami Airport on Saturday, 30 May 2026.
This event is designed to help elementary and junior high school students living in the surrounding communities deepen their understanding of airport operations and safety measures, while fostering greater interest in and familiarity with the airport. Participants will have the rare opportunity to walk along the runway, which is normally inaccessible, and take commemorative photos. They will also be able to enjoy other special experiences, including a water spray demonstration by an airport chemical fire engine.
Kansai Airports Group remains committed to delivering the excitement of air travel and the airport experience to more people through engaging and enjoyable initiatives such as this event.
Overview
Date & time: Saturday, 30 May 2026, from 4:50 – 7:10
(Check-in: 4:20 – 4:40)
Eligibility: Elementary and junior high school students living in one of the 10 cities surrounding Osaka Itami Airport (Ashiya, Amagasaki, Ikeda, Itami, Kawanishi, Suita, Takarazuka, Toyonaka, Nishinomiya, and Minoh), accompanied by a guardian aged 20 or older.
*All participants must be accompanied by a guardian.
Capacity: 120 participants (up to 4 people per group, including the guardian)
*If the number of applications exceeds the limit, participants will be selected by lottery.
Fee: Free of charge
Application Period:
From 12:00 on Friday, 17 April 2026 to 12:00 on Tuesday, 21 April 2026
*Please read the application guidelines and notes on the event page below before applying via the form provided.
Event Details: https://www.kansai-airport.or.jp/special/event/20260530
Organizer: Kansai Airports
Notes: This event will be cancelled in case of rain. In addition, it may be changed or canceled without prior notice due to severe weather conditions or other operational reasons.