Kansai Airports

Kansai Airports refers to the group of airports serving the Kansai region of Japan, primarily consisting of Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Osaka International Airport (ITM), also known as Itami Airport. Kansai International Airport, which opened in 1994, is built on an artificial island in Osaka Bay and serves as a major international gateway, providing connections to various destinations worldwide. Osaka International Airport, on the other hand, mainly handles domestic flights and is located closer to downtown Osaka. Collectively, these airports are significant for regional transportation, facilitating travel and trade in the Kansai area, which includes major cities like Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe. The term "Kansai Airports" emphasizes their collective role in the aviation infrastructure of the Kansai region.