Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base — Yonago, Japan
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base (Yonago) is YGJ — its ICAO code is RJOH.
Distance & flight time from YGJ
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base
Yonago Kitaro Airport, coded YGJ, is a joint civil-military facility located in Tottori Prefecture, Japan, shared with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's Miho Air Base. This dual-use arrangement is common in Japan, allowing commercial passenger flights to operate alongside JASDF training and defense operations from the same runway infrastructure. YGJ connects the city of Yonago and surrounding San'in region to Tokyo and other major domestic destinations, supporting tourism and business travel. The airport's name honors manga artist Shigeru Mizuki, a Yonago native, reflecting local cultural pride. Despite its military ties, Yonago Kitaro functions as an accessible regional gateway for travelers to western Japan.
Runways at Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base (YGJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base (YGJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.1 MHz |
| GND | GND | 118 MHz |
| PMSV | METRO | 34.46 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.2 MHz |
Airports near Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base (YGJ)
- Izumo Enmusubi Airport (IZO) — 32.5 km (20.2 mi)
- Oki Global Geopark Airport (OKI) — 76.7 km (47.7 mi)
- Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport (TTJ) — 84.2 km (52.3 mi)
- Okayama Momotaro Airport (OKJ) — 99.3 km (61.7 mi)
- Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) — 120.9 km (75.1 mi)
- Konotori Tajima Airport (TJH) — 140.4 km (87.2 mi)
- Takamatsu Airport (TAK) — 158.8 km (98.7 mi)
- Iwami Airport (IWJ) — 159.8 km (99.3 mi)
Yonago Kitaro Airport (YGJ) shares runways with JASDF Miho Air Base in Tottori Prefecture, combining civil passenger flights with Japan's military aviation operations in a joint-use facility.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base?
The IATA code for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base is YGJ.
What is the ICAO code for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base?
The ICAO code for Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base is RJOH. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.