Takamatsu Airport (RJOT)
Large airport · Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan
Airport data
| Name | Takamatsu Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | RJOT |
| IATA | TAK |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 34°12'54" E 134°0'56" 34.21496, 134.01545 |
| Location | Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 8,200 ft (2499 m) | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
Takamatsu Airport at a glance
Takamatsu Airport is a large airport in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan, known to airline systems as TAK. The field elevation of 607 ft (185 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at RJOT 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, 08/26, offers 8,200 ft (2499 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for RJOT 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 Takamatsu Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | RJOS | 55 km (30 NM) |
| Okayama Momotaro Airport | RJOB | 62 km (33 NM) |
| Kochi Ryoma Airport | RJOK | 81 km (44 NM) |
| Hiroshima Airport | RJOA | 104 km (56 NM) |
| Kansai International Airport | RJBB | 115 km (62 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Takamatsu Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 607 ft field elevation of Takamatsu 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 Takamatsu Airport
What is the ICAO code of Takamatsu Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Takamatsu Airport is RJOT, and its IATA code is TAK. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Takamatsu Airport above sea level?
Takamatsu Airport sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Takamatsu Airport located?
The airport lies at 34.2150, 134.0155 — in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base, about 55 km away.
Does RJOT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for RJOT 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 Takamatsu Airport?
Takamatsu Airport has one runway. The longest, 08/26, measures 8,200 ft (2499 m) with a ASP surface.