Our Mission

Shaping a New Journey

At Kansai Airports, we believe that the airport is an integral part of the journey.
With a broad perspective that encompasses not only the airport but the entire travel experience, we are committed to driving innovation in airport experiences and continuously creating new ways to enjoy travel.

Vision of Kansai Airports

We at Kansai Airports aim to be recognized by the world as a pioneer in the aviation industry of the Asia Pacific region and become a world-class international airport operator by continuously raising perforance standards for airports.

  • Prioritize security and safety
  • Achieve an unparalleled customer experience through rapid-operating processes and world-class customer services that capitalize on our global experience
  • Continue to be an airport that contributes to the realization of a sustainable society, including the environment, through active cooperation with the local communities
  • Dedicated to the development of the local communities and local economies through innovative airport operations
  • Serve as a symbol of the culture and industry of Japan and the Kansai region and disseminate information about their attractiveness to the world
  • Develop world-class specialized human resources and create a corporate culture that enhances employees’ satisfaction and pride in their work

Top Message

Recent photos of Representative Director and CEO Yoshiyuki Yamaya and Representative Director and Co-CEO Benoit Rulleau.

Our Challenge: Creating New Value from Airports

Kansai Airports Group operates three major airports in the Kansai region—Kansai International Airport, Osaka Itami Airport, and Kobe Airport. As the gateway connecting the Kansai region to the world, we are committed to fulfilling our mission of serving both local communities and global travelers. The aviation industry is undergoing a period of significant transformation, with increasing expectations for sustainability and the use of digital technologies.
In addition to Japan’s renowned spirit of omotenashi—wholehearted hospitality—we prioritize safety and security while striving to create airports that are comfortable, attractive, and inspiring. We are actively enhancing terminal functionality, reducing environmental impact, and promoting the development of smart airports. As a leading airport operator in Japan, we are taking on the challenge of creating new value from airports.

Through the operation of our three airports, we will continue to deliver new travel experiences and inspiration to all who pass through our terminals, while contributing to the Kansai region’s long-term growth and sustainability.

Signatures of Yoshiyuki Yamaya and Benoit Rulleau.

Kansai Airports
Yoshiyuki Yamaya, Representative Director and CEO
Benoit Rulleau, Representative Director and Co-CEO

Our challenges

We continue to strive to create new airport experiences. Below is an overview of the future envisioned by Kansai Airports Group, as well as a history of its initiatives to date.

Corporate/Airport Brand

Kansai Airports logo.
Introduced here are Kansai Airports’ slogan, brand statement and logo, in which the airport vision we pursue is incorporated.

Offical character “SORAYAN”

Illustration of Sorayan.
Provided here is the profile of SORAYAN, the official character of the Kansai Airports Group. Please enjoy downloadable contents as well, such as SORAYAN’s wallpapers and coloring.