Japan's Ibaraki Airport eyes upgrade to attract more passengers

Panel draws up plan for bigger terminal, taxiways for more overseas flights

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The prefectural government's intends to expand the apron and taxiways at Ibaraki Airport. (Photo by Naho Kondo)

NAHO KONDO

MITO, Japan -- Japan's Ibaraki Airport is trying to cement its status as a third hub in the Kanto region centering on Tokyo, along with Narita and Haneda airports. Deliberations are underway to draw up plans in time for the airport's 15th anniversary in March.

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