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Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Matsumoto, Japan

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Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Matsumoto, Japan
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RJAF
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2182 ft
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Gateway to the Japanese Alps in Nagano Prefecture.
Opened
1933
Location
Matsumoto, Japan
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport (IATA: MMJ, ICAO: RJAF) is a regional airport serving Matsumoto city in Nagano Prefecture, central Japan. It is the only airport in Nagano Prefecture and serves as an important air link for the mountainous Shinshu region, known for its scenic alpine landscapes and cultural heritage.
The airport handles a modest number of domestic routes, primarily connecting Matsumoto with major Japanese cities such as Sapporo and Fukuoka. Due to its location in a valley surrounded by the Japanese Alps, the airport faces operational constraints related to terrain and weather conditions.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and limited international charter flights.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Matsumoto city center and the surrounding area primarily by bus services, with a journey time of approximately 20–30 minutes to Matsumoto Station.
Airlines here
FDA (Fuji Dream Airlines) is the primary carrier operating scheduled domestic services at Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Shinshu-Matsumoto is the only commercial airport in Nagano Prefecture.
- ›The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 657 meters (2,155 feet) above sea level.
- ›Seasonal charter flights have connected the airport to international destinations in Asia.
- ›The surrounding Japanese Alps and proximity to popular ski resorts make winter tourism a key traffic driver.
- ›The airport's runway is approximately 2,000 meters in length.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
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MMJ → CTSJH · E70
MMJ → FUKJH · E70
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