Wakayama, Kushimoto | Traffic restrictions during the Kairos Rocket No. 3 launch

With the launch of "Kairos Rocket No. 3" scheduled for February 25, 2026, traffic restrictions will be in effect in the surrounding area. If you plan to visit, be sure to check beforehand.

1. About the traffic restrictions

On launch day, an area about 5 km around Spaceport Kii will be a no-parking, no-stopping zone . In addition, roads around the viewing area may be closed at certain times. These measures are for safety, so please follow the instructions of on-site guards and police.

2. Park-and-ride will not be offered

For this launch, park-and-ride will not be offered. The "designated parking lots plus shuttle bus" format used in the past will not be available.

Please also note the following.

3. Using public transport (JR extra trains)

To coincide with the launch, extra trains (additional services) are planned on the JR Kinokuni Line. These are temporary timetables for launch day only. If the launch is postponed, the timetable may change. For detailed times, see the official JR West information .

4. For those considering visiting

To keep the launch running smoothly, we ask for your understanding and cooperation.

5. Ticket sales status

Currently,standalone viewing site entry tickets are sold out.

Viewing tours run by travel agencies are still on sale . Please consider joining through a package that includes transport, such as a stay set or a day-trip bus tour. * For inquiries about tours, please contact each travel agency.

For other latest information, see the Kairos Rocket Launch Support Site .

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