11.25(sat)-2.25(sun)

KIX Winter Festa

Let's enjoy KIX winter events!

11.25(sat)-2.25(sun)

KIX Winter Illumination

Under the theme of "Japanese lights connecting Japan to the world," the entire airport is decorated beautifully with paper-crane-motif original illuminations and modernized Japanese pattern ornaments.

11.25(sat)-2.25(sun)

KIX GALLERY EXHIBITION

Nov.25 - Dec.25
Origami Tree Art Exhibition
Dec.26 - Jan.15
Sumie (India ink painting) Art Exhibition
Jan.16 - Jan.31
Kimono Art Exhibition
Feb.1 - Feb.25
Maneki-neko (Beckoning Cat) Art Exhibition

1.1(mon)

"Sky View" is open from the early morning so you can see the first sunrise of the new year

The KIX Observation Hall "Sky View" will be open on the early morning of the New Year's Day. Please enjoy watching the collaboration of the first sunrise and the airplanes taking off.

1.3(wed)-1.14(sun)

Nintendo "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" Time Attack Event

We will hold an event that you can play Nintendo Switch software "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe."

1.18(thu)

Let's experience the Japanese spirit of harmony and hospitality.

You can participate without any obligations and wear kimono free of charge. At the Departure Gate, greetings in a kimono style will be displayed.

1.21(sun)

KIX MUSIC FESTIVAL vol.25

"KIX Music Festival" are regularly held throughout the year by Kansai's artists. Please enjoy music performed by the artists, which change each time.

2.4(sun)

“Lucky Cat paint” -Let's beckon fortune with a lucky cat-

A very popular beckoning cat as a lucky charm not only in Japan but also all over the world. KIX will hold a painting experience event in which participants will paint decorations on white paper cats.

2.11(sun)

KIX MUSIC FESTIVAL vol.26

"KIX Music Festival" are regularly held throughout the year by Kansai's artists. Please enjoy music performed by the artists, which change each time.

2.17(sat)

Thai Airways International A350 service start commemoration! KIX observation hall will open early morning.

From February 17 (Sat.), the state-of-the-art aircraft Airbus A350 of Thai Airways International will be put into service between KIX and Bangkok. On that day, by commemorating the first flight, the main hall on the 4th and 5th floors and the entrance hall on the 5th floor will open early morning at 6:00!

2.24(sat)

Airplane Science Experiment Class and Uniform Wearing Experience

In the KIX observation hall, a very popular "Airplane Science Experiment Class," which has been so far limited to group participation, will be specially held for individuals. At the same time a photo session will be held. You can put on a pilot/flight attendant uniform and have a photo taken!

Mar. 3(sat) - Apr.8(sun)

KIX Spring Festa

Let's enjoy KIX spring events!

Mar. 1(thu) - Apr. 8(sun)

Pan American's 70th Anniversary of Service in Japan at Sky View

Commemorating the 70th anniversary of Pan American World Airways’ (PAN AM) service in Japan and the 50th anniversary of its service in Osaka, PAN AM Gallery will be set up to review its glorious history.

Mar. 3(sat) - Mar. 8(sun)

Japanese Islands Cherry Blossoms Art Exhibition

Holding the Cherry Blossoms Art Exhibition expressing the Japanese Islands with cherry blossom petals.

3.10(sat)

ITAMI Airport Walking 2018

KIX will hold a walking event to give participants an opportunity to walk around the vicinity of the Osaka International Airport. The event can be enjoyed by everyone, so please participate with your families and friends.
*We stopped accepting applications.

3.17(sat)

Try to Knot Flowers in a Mizuhiki Style

3.17(sat)

KIX MUSIC FESTIVAL vol.27

We hold music event "KIX MUSIC FESTIVAL" played by artists mainly performing in the Kansai area.

3.21(wed)

In-flight Catering Factory Tour for Individual Visitors

Don’t miss it as this is extremely valuable opportunity!

3.23(fri)

Airport Live Yu Watanabe

Yu Watanabe will hold a concert at Osaka International airport. His music of heart warming sound and picturesque scenes is very popular with many people.

Apr. 8(sun)

KIX FLOWER FESTIVAL

Let's make flowers of fashion bloom!

Apr. 7(sat),8(sun),13(fri) - 15(sun)

Mural Workshop at the Osaka International Airport Rooftop Deck

Why don't you draw on the wall with a young artist from Osaka at the Osaka International Airport Central Building Terrace, which is scheduled to open in April 2018?
*We stopped accepting applications.

Apr. 14(sat)

Information on a preview of the Osaka International Airport Central Area (Advance application required)

The Osaka International Airport is under full-scale renovation. Prior to the opening scheduled on April 18, 2018, we invite you to a preview of the renovated airport to provide you with the opportunity to enjoy shopping and dining at new shops and restaurants in the airport.
*We stopped accepting applications.

Apr 21(sat)-May 6(sun)

Nintendo Switch "ARMS" Experience Event

An event where you can enjoy "ARMS" software for Nintendo Switch will be held. Even those who have never played it, the staff will tell you how to play carefully, so please do not hesitate to join us.

May 19(sat)-20(sun)

KANKU TABIHAKU 2018

The Travel Showcase Closest to the World, is back for the 14th consecutive time. Enjoy these two days and find opportunities to fly around the world!

May 26(sat)

KURAKU Festa 2018

Decision was made to continue to hold this year!

May 9(wed)-31(thu)

Castles of Kansai Exhibition 2018

Kansai, stage to a wide array of historical events, has a large amount of castles still standing. Take a trip to the castles to feel the mystery of times gone by.

Jun. 1(Sat.) - 17(Sun.)

Smile Campaign 2018 Early Summer Grand Lottery

If you collect receipts from the stores throughout KIX and bring them to the raffle party place, you can participate in the Garapon raffle party! If you win the raffle, you can get a meal ticket (maximum of 50,000 yen) that can be used in KIX! (*Only receipts from June 1 (Fri.) and onward can be used )

Jun. 23(Sat.)

The 60th Anniversary of Higashine’s Designation as a City Cherry Pit Spitting Festival Grand Prix in Toyonaka City of Osaka Prefecture

The king of cherries, Sato-Nishiki, is a famous product of Higashine City in Yamagata Prefecture. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Higashine’s designation as a city, a Cherry Pit Spitting Festival will be held at Osaka International Airport (Itami), which hosts a direct flight to Yamagata Airport.

Jul. 24(tue) - 26(thu)

The 18th Osaka International Airport Outdoor Painting Day for Elementary School Students

Due to the record heat, and with consideration for the safety of participants, we have cancelled this event. Thank you for your understanding.

Jul. 28(sat) - 29(sun)

Sora Odori 24H

First time at KIX! An all night event!
Because of Typhoon No. 12 approaching, this event has been canceled considering visitors’ safety. Thank you for your understanding.

Jul. 28(sat) - 29(sun)

Sora Odori Stamp Rally

Let’s collect stamps provided at various places within the Kansai Airport and stop at the raffle wheel to draw a raffle!
Because of Typhoon No. 12 approaching, this event has been canceled considering visitors’ safety. Thank you for your understanding.

Jul. 28(sat)

KIX Science Classroom - Classroom on light ecology -

We will invite a specialized teacher to the "KIX Science Classroom" to enable you to have a hands-on learning experience. On this occasion, you will acquire knowledge of lights bulbs and learn about how to save energy with the focus on “light.”
Because of Typhoon No. 12 approaching, this event has been canceled considering visitors’ safety. Thank you for your understanding.

Jul. 21(sat) - Sep. 2(sun)

SUMMER FESTA

Let's have a exciting summer at KIX!

※Because of Typhoon No. 12 , the "Sora Odori 24H" had been canceled considering visitors’ safety. Thank you for your understanding.

Jul. 21(sat) - Sep. 2(sun)

Concourse decoration

"Bamboo illumination" created by the illumination producer “CHIKAKEN” will appear at KIX. We will welcome you with fantastic “bamboo illumination” consisting of light that shines through bamboo holes.

Jul. 28(sat) -

A lot of summer events going on at "Sky View" !

We have a lot of fan events, including a starry sky watching party at the KIX Observation Hall on July 28 (Sat.), and a beer garden on August 11 (Sat.) and 18 (Sat.) at the Observation Deck!

※Because of Typhoon No. 12 , the "Starry Sky Watching Party" had been canceled considering visitors’ safety. Thank you for your understanding.

Aug. 11(sat) - 15(wed)

Exciting Kansai Airport Tour Plan in Obon Festival Special Version

We will operate daily the "Exciting Kansai Airport Tour Plan" (bus tour) which is usually operated three times on weekends and holidays between August 11 and 15. In addition, the plan will be operated five times for 3 days between August 11 and 13!

Aug. 19(sun)

Yukata Wearing Experience

We will hold an event to allow you to experience wearing a yukata as well as a special exhibition of yukata dyed with a traditional method.

Aug. 22(wed) - 23(thu)

KIDs Summer Camp at ITAMI

Due to the record heat, and with consideration for the safety of participants, we have postponed this event. Thank you for your understanding.

Aug. 25(sun), 26(sun), Sep. 1(sat), 2(sun)

Pikachu and Eevee will come to join!

“Pokemon Center Big Pika Pika War of Midsummer” will be held between July 21 (Sat.) and September 2 (Sun.) at the Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores across Japan.

Sep. 2(sun)

15th KIX International Friendship Dragon Boat Festival

With Terminal 2 Building and airplanes taking off and landing in the background, a fierce battle will be waged on the sea water. Overseas teams will participate this year as well!

9/12(wed)

Yoshimoto Night Flights Laughing Night

Popular entertainers from Yoshimoto will be livening up a night in Osaka International Airport with their jokes and performances!

Sep. 14(fri)

Airport Live: Yutaka Kijima

Yutaka Kijima, a supreme shamisen (three-stringed Japanese lute) singer and whose music is rooted in Min'yō (a genre of traditional Japanese music), will be performing live at the 1st floor lobby stage of the North Terminal.

Sep.19(wed), 26(wed)

ITAMI MUSIC HOUR

Outdoor performances by musicians. Music livens up ITAMI on Wednesdays.

Oct. 13(sat)

ITAMI Sky Day Airport Festival 2018

You can learn all about the work performed in the airport and see ITAMI turned into a play zone for everyone!

Oct. 17(wed)

Yoshimoto Night Flights Laughing Night

Popular entertainers from Yoshimoto will be livening up a night in Osaka International Airport with their jokes and performances!

Oct. 21(sun)

Tako-pa de Sora-kon (Sky Singles Meetup: Takoyaki Party Style)

Would you attend a singles meetup party at the airport?

Oct. 3(wed), 31(wed)

ITAMI MUSIC HOUR

Outdoor performances by musicians. Music livens up ITAMI on Wednesdays.

Nov. 3(sat)

ITAMI MUSIC FESTIVAL 2018

We will be holding a high quality acoustic music festival that adults can enjoy.

Nov. 9(fri)

ITAMI MUSIC HOUR

Outdoor performances by musicians. Music livens up ITAMI at night.

Nov. 21(wed)

Yoshimoto Night Flights Laughing Night

Popular entertainers from Yoshimoto will be livening up a night in Osaka International Airport with their jokes and performances!
* Please note that some of the contents have been changed.

Dec. 1(Sat.) - 9(Sun.)

ITAMI WINTER FESTA Coupon Campaign

We will prepare three "Kira Kira Photo Spots" where you can take photos with Sora-yan in the building. Let's share the photos on SNS!

Dec. 7(Fri.)

ITAMI MUSIC HOUR

Music livens up ITAMI at night.

Dec. 15(Sat.)

Fuel Cell Bus Trial Ride in KIX

At Kansai International Airport, as an activity to promote the proactive use of hydrogen energy, we will hold a fuel cell bus trial ride on Saturday, December 15.

Dec. 19(Wed.)

Yoshimoto Night Flights Laughing Night

Popular entertainers from Yoshimoto will be livening up a night in Osaka International Airport with their jokes and performances!

Dec. 1(Sat.) - 31(Mon.)

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Time Attack Event

Passengers arriving at KIX can take their chance at the Time Attack Event of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe when they pass by Nintendo Check In.

10.14(sat)

ITAMI "Sky Day" Airport Festival 2017

There are plenty of events where you can experience jobs related to the sky! Families are welcome!

10.15(sun)

The 6th KIX Hula (dance) Festival

The Hula dance group in Kansai will perform beautiful Hula in colorful costumes.

10.15(sun)

The 9th Number One Festival

Boasting the largest share and originality of local municipalities' specialty goods for sale and a raffle that gives specialty merchandise to winners.

10.15(sun)

The 14th Senshu YOSAKOI "Eejanaika" Festival

YOSAKOI Dancers from various parts of Japan will gather!!

10.22(sun)

KIX Music Festival vol. 22

"KIX Music Festival" are regularly held throughout the year by Kansai's artists. Please enjoy music performed by the artists, which change each time.

9.16(sat) - 10.27(fri)

KIX Travel Tour Competition 2017 Finalist Exhibit

The Travel Tour Competition, showcasing unique travel tours that depart from Kansai International Airport.

10.28(sat)

Kawachi Dance Grand March

Kawachi Dance song, representing Osaka (Yao), is sung at Bon festival and loved all throughout Japan.You can experience the attractiveness of Kawachi Song, known as "the fusion art of Western music and Naniwa-Bushi."

10.29(sun)

KIX airline collectors' market

A must-see event for aircraft / aviation collectors who have or look for such treasures! A highly popular "Junk Market" (mini-version) in the annual KIX Travel Fair will also be held!

10.29(sun)

Exciting Journey & Airport Classroom The 23rd Round

Annual Aviation Event for Aviation-Lovers in KIX Observation Hall. A talk show by Fujio Horii, a former Haneda Airport Air Traffic Controller, will be held.

10.29(sun)

Europe TABIHAKU 2017

Government Tourism Bureaus from each country in Europe, airlines flying to/from Kansai Airport and travel agencies will gather together to organize travel seminars and consultation sessions. We will deliver the latest information and the profound charm of Europe.

10.27(sun) - 30(mon)

Kansai Industrial Tourism Expo

Industrial and cultural heritages, such as factories and machinery, are on exhibit for visitors to understand the soul of craftsmanship, appealing local specialties and local industry that have not yet become known overseas.

11.12(sun)

KIX Music Festival vol. 23

"KIX Music Festival" are regularly held throughout the year by Kansai's artists. Please enjoy music performed by the artists, which change each time.

10.1(sat) - 11.21(tue)

KIX-ITAMI AUTUMN FESTA 2017

Eat, Dance and Enjoy the Autumn Festivities!

10.1(sat) - 11.21(tue)

Access way autumn leaves decoration

Autumn leaves, one of the highlights of Japan's rich four seasons, will decorate the access way, the beauty of which will welcome and see off visitors.

10.1(sat) - 11.21(tue)

KIX Gallery Exhibition

10.1 - 15 Senshu YOSAKOI Eejanaika Festival Photo Exhibit
10.17 - 30 Kansai Industrial Tourism Expo Photo Exhibit

10.21(sat)-11.21(tue)

JEJU Air × TVXQ! Events in Sky View

More details about the events can be found on the Kansai Observation Hall “Sky View” website or official SNS.

11.1(wed)-24(fri)

NIPPONBASHI POP CULTURE STREET 2017

In collaboration with Nipponbashi shopping street in Osaka, the birthplace of pop culture, an exhibition corner that has collected Japan's animated cartoons has been installed.

10.21(sat)-12.3(sun)

JEJU Air × TVXQ! Events in Sky View

More details about the events can be found on the Kansai Observation Hall “Sky View” website or official SNS.

12.3(sun)

Let's decorate the KIX Christmas tree with Origami cranes + paper fans!

You can experience folding papers, "Origami," Japanese traditional culture, and making paper craft models to create only one KIX original tree.

12.3(sun)

KIX MUSIC FESTIVAL vol.24

"KIX Music Festival" are regularly held throughout the year by Kansai's artists. Please enjoy music performed by the artists, which change each time.

12.9(sat)･10(sun)

SNOW PARK

A snow park will emerge in the Observation Hall! This annual popular event will be carried out this year, too.

12.10(sun)

Illumination Lighting Ceremony

Let's turn on the lights of the sky deck illumination.

12.3(sun)-25(mon)

Pokémon Christmas tree and Pikachu in a Santa Claus's uniform

In front of the KIX Gallery, a Pokémon Christmas Tree will appear!

12.19(tue)-25(mon)

Smile Campaign 2017 Christmas Scratch Lottery

When you scratch the card, an amount appears on the card which you can use for your next shopping/dining experience!

12.24(sun)

Sky View Christmas Party

How about enjoying some wonderful moments while listening to Christmas songs, playing games and eating delicious cuisine cooked by a famous chef while watching the airplanes.

12.24(sun)

Miraiskirt's Marina Kojima x KIX Christmas Dinner Show

A Christmas dinner show will be held with Ms. Marina Kojima of "Miraiskirt" group.