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Eastern Hokkaido's gateway to Japan's wild frontier.
Opened
1961
Location
Nakashibetsu, Japan
Nakashibetsu Airport (IATA: SHB, ICAO: RJCN) is a regional airport located in Nakashibetsu, Shibetsu District, in the eastern part of Hokkaido, Japan. It serves as a convenient air access point for visitors exploring the Shiretoko Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the surrounding dairy farming region.
The airport handles domestic flights connecting Nakashibetsu primarily with Tokyo (Haneda Airport), making it an important link for both residents and tourists in this relatively remote part of Japan. Passenger volumes are modest, reflecting the sparse population of eastern Hokkaido.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building handling all domestic passenger operations.
Getting to & from
Bus services connect the airport to Nakashibetsu town center, and rental cars are available for onward travel to surrounding attractions.
Airlines here
ANA (All Nippon Airways) operates scheduled domestic services at Nakashibetsu Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Serves as a gateway to the Shiretoko Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- ›Located in one of the most sparsely populated regions of Japan.
- ›The surrounding area is known for dairy farming and wildlife, including Ezo deer and red foxes.
- ›Runway length is approximately 2,000 meters, supporting medium-range domestic jet operations.
- ›Eastern Hokkaido experiences heavy snowfall and cold winters, requiring regular snow removal operations.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
