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Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base
Yonago, Japan
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base
Dual-use civil and military gateway to Tottori Prefecture.
- ›The airport is nicknamed 'Kitaro Airport' after manga character Gegege no Kitaro, created by local legend Shigeru Mizuki.
- ›JASDF Miho Air Base shares the runway and airfield facilities with civilian operations.
- ›The airport serves both Tottori and Shimane prefectures in the San'in region.
- ›International routes have included services to Shanghai and Seoul.
- ›The airport is one of the primary gateways to the Daisen-Oki National Park.
Yonago Kitaro Airport, formally known as Miho Airport and co-located with JASDF Miho Air Base, serves the Yonago and Tottori region of western Honshu, Japan. Named after the beloved manga character GeGeGe no Kitaro, born from the imagination of local legend Shigeru Mizuki, the airport reflects the deep cultural identity of the San'in Coast. It handles domestic routes primarily to Tokyo and offers seasonal international connections, serving as a practical entry point to the Daisen volcano area, Tottori Sand Dunes, and historic Matsue Castle.
- Passenger Terminal — A single compact terminal building handling all domestic and international flights with check-in, security, and basic amenities under one roof.
- Limousine bus service connecting the airport to Yonago Station and central Yonago city
- Taxi services available directly outside the terminal arrivals area
- Rental car counters available within or adjacent to the terminal building
- Local bus routes linking the airport to surrounding Yonago urban areas
- ANA Crowne Plaza Yonago
- Hotel New Otani Tottori
- Dormy Inn Yonago
- Yonago Washington Hotel
Inside the terminal, travellers will find a small selection of restaurants and cafes offering regional San'in cuisine including fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan and local rice dishes. Outside the airport, Yonago city centre provides a wider variety of dining including izakayas, ramen shops, and specialty crab cuisine for which the region is renowned. Pre-departure options are limited given the airport's compact size, so arriving with time to eat in the city beforehand is advisable.
- Look for GeGeGe no Kitaro character displays and themed decor throughout the terminal — a fun nod to the region's manga heritage.
- The airport is close to Daisen, one of Japan's most scenic volcanic mountains; rent a car to explore the surrounding national park easily.
- Tottori Sand Dunes are roughly an hour by car — combine your airport arrival with a day trip before heading to your accommodation.
- International flight schedules can be seasonal and limited; confirm routes and frequencies well in advance when planning cross-border travel.
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