Due to a malfunction in the air traffic control system at Haneda Airport, some flights departing from and arriving in the Tokai region have experienced delays and cancellations.

According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, a malfunction occurred in the air traffic control system at Haneda Airport shortly after 7:00 a.m. on the 21st.

Although the system was restored about 15 minutes later, at the Nagoya Airport, the 7:20 a.m. flight to Sapporo departed about two and a half hours late, and flights to Hanamaki, Aomori, and Kumamoto experienced delays of one to one and a half hours.

Haneda Airport

Haneda Airport, officially known as Tokyo International Airport, is one of Japan’s busiest aviation hubs, located in Ōta, Tokyo. Originally opened in 1931 as a small airfield, it served as Tokyo’s primary international gateway until the opening of Narita Airport in 1978. Today, Haneda handles mostly domestic flights and a growing number of international routes, renowned for its efficiency and proximity to central Tokyo.

Nagoya Airport

Nagoya Airport, also known as Komaki Airport, is a regional airport located in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Originally opened in 1944 as a military airfield for the Imperial Japanese Navy, it was later converted for civilian use and served as the primary international gateway for the Nagoya region until the opening of Chubu Centrair International Airport in 2005. Today, it mainly handles domestic flights and general aviation, while also serving as a hub for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

Sapporo

Sapporo is the capital city of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, known for its modern urban planning and natural surroundings. Founded in 1868, it was developed as a colonial settlement and quickly grew into a major economic and cultural hub, hosting the 1972 Winter Olympics. The city is famous for its annual Sapporo Snow Festival, beer, and ramen, blending a rich history with vibrant contemporary attractions.

Hanamaki

Hanamaki is a city in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, known for its hot springs and natural beauty. Historically, it developed as a post town during the Edo period and is famously associated with the renowned poet and author Kenji Miyazawa, who was born there. Today, it attracts visitors to sites like the Hanamaki Onsen resort and the Miyazawa Kenji Memorial Museum.

Aomori

Aomori is a city and prefecture in northern Japan, known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Historically, it developed as a key port during the Edo period and later became a center for apple farming. Today, Aomori is famous for the spectacular Nebuta Matsuri festival and its proximity to the ancient Jomon archaeological site of Sannai Maruyama.

Kumamoto

Kumamoto is a city on the island of Kyushu, Japan, best known for its iconic Kumamoto Castle, a magnificent hilltop fortress originally built in the early 17th century by the daimyo Kato Kiyomasa. The castle survived numerous historical conflicts, including the Satsuma Rebellion in 1877, though it suffered significant damage from a major earthquake in 2016 and has since undergone extensive restoration. Today, Kumamoto blends its rich samurai-era history with modern urban life, offering visitors a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past.