Izumo Enmusubi Airport (RJOC)
Medium airport · Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Airport data
| Name | Izumo Enmusubi Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | RJOC |
| IATA | IZO |
| Elevation | 15 ft (5 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 35°24'49" E 132°53'24" 35.41360, 132.89000 |
| Location | Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 6,562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Izumo Enmusubi Airport at a glance
Izumo Enmusubi Airport is a medium airport in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan, known to airline systems as IZO. The field elevation of 15 ft (5 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at RJOC are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 07/25, offers 6,562 ft (2000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 07 points roughly 70° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for RJOC shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Izumo Enmusubi Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | RJOH | 33 km (18 NM) |
| Oki Global Geopark Airport | RJNO | 94 km (51 NM) |
| Hiroshima Airport | RJOA | 109 km (59 NM) |
| Okayama Momotaro Airport | RJOB | 114 km (62 NM) |
| Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport | RJOR | 116 km (63 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Izumo Enmusubi Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 15 ft field elevation of Izumo Enmusubi Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 108 airports and airfields we list for Japan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Izumo Enmusubi Airport
What is the ICAO code of Izumo Enmusubi Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Izumo Enmusubi Airport is RJOC, and its IATA code is IZO. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Izumo Enmusubi Airport above sea level?
Izumo Enmusubi Airport sits at an elevation of 15 feet (5 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Izumo Enmusubi Airport located?
The airport lies at 35.4136, 132.8900 — in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base, about 33 km away.
Does RJOC publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for RJOC appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Izumo Enmusubi Airport?
Izumo Enmusubi Airport has one runway. The longest, 07/25, measures 6,562 ft (2000 m) with a ASP surface.