Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni is a United States Marine Corps air station in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. This page gives practical details for visitors and residents. You will find contact numbers, visitor rules, housing and temporary lodging, school and clinic contacts, and shuttle information.

Base Overview

Official name Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni
Military branch United States Marine Corps
Base status Active
Main phone number 011-81-827-79-1110
Official website MCAS Iwakuni official website

Location and Directions

MCAS Iwakuni is in Iwakuni City on the Nishiki River delta at the eastern end of Yamaguchi Prefecture. The nearby civilian airport is Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, which offers commercial flights to Tokyo Haneda.

Air Mobility Command Patriot Express flights may arrive at MCAS Iwakuni. Commercial travelers can use Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport. The installation operates a free shuttle with blue, red, and green routes; base shuttle contact DSN 315-253-7118.

Visitor Information

Visitors must be approved under installation rules and use visitor request forms on the Visitor Requests page. Identification and other documents may be required at the gate. For emergencies call on-base 911 by DSN or 0827-79-3322 from a local phone; Japan police 110 and Japan fire/medical 119. Confirm current access rules before traveling.

Housing and Lodging

Military family housing is available in the Main Base, Monzen, and Atago areas and unaccompanied housing is available for eligible members; arriving personnel must visit the housing office within 48 hours. Temporary lodging is Marine Lodge Iwakuni (Building 606), phone 0827-79-3181, DSN 253-3181, open 24/7; check-in 3:00 p.m., check-out 11:00 a.m.

Facilities and Services

Marine Corps Community Services Relocation help, information and referral, temporary lodging support, lending locker access, and family programs.
Information, Referral & Relocation Marine & Family Programs Building 411, Room 101; phone 0827-79-6161, DSN 253-6161; Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Provost Marshal Office Visitor access, pass and registration, vehicle registration, and SOFA operator permits.
Transportation Free installation shuttle service on multiple routes; base shuttle DSN 315-253-7118.

Schools and Childcare

DoDEA schools serve MCAS Iwakuni. M.C. Perry Middle-High School serves grades 6-12 (phone 036-756-9020, DSN 315-237-9020). Other DoDEA schools and registration details are available on the DoDEA MCAS Iwakuni pages. Childcare services are offered through installation and MCCS programs; confirm locations, hours, and eligibility with the installation.

Medical Services

Family Branch Clinic Iwakuni provides outpatient care but does not operate an emergency room or urgent care. For serious emergencies the clinic relies on local Japanese facilities or military hospitals. Use the clinic appointment line for routine visits.

Clinic Family Branch Clinic Iwakuni
Appointment line 0827-94-8000 (DSN 255-8000)
Quarterdeck phone 0827-94-8100 (DSN 255-8100)
Mailing address PSC 561, Box 1877, FPO, AP 96310

Recreation and Amenities

The Atago Sports Complex includes tennis and volleyball courts, baseball and softball fields, a stadium, a track and the Lotus Cultural Center. Fitness centers include IronWorks North (Building 9595, phone 0827-79-3611, DSN 253-3611) and IronWorks Atago (keycard access, phone 0827-79-5655, DSN 253-2779). The MCAS Iwakuni Passenger Terminal is Building 727 (phone 0827-79-5509) with weekday and Saturday hours.

Things to Know

  • MCAS Iwakuni is an active USMC air station and supports U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force units.
  • Visitors must obtain approval before attempting to enter the installation.
  • Non-SOFA travelers may need prior coordination to enter Japan through the MCAS Iwakuni passenger terminal.
  • The Family Branch Clinic Iwakuni has no emergency-room or urgent-care capabilities.
  • Personnel arriving for permanent change of station should complete installation check-in and housing procedures after arrival.
  • Please confirm access rules and operating hours before you travel, as details can change.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get permission to visit MCAS Iwakuni?
Visitors must be approved via the installation Visitor Requests process; coordinate before arriving.
Is there on-base temporary lodging?
Yes. Marine Lodge Iwakuni (Building 606) is open 24/7; phone 0827-79-3181, DSN 253-3181.
Does the base have emergency medical care?
The Family Branch Clinic provides outpatient care but no emergency room; use local Japanese hospitals for emergencies.
Are there schools on base?
DoDEA schools serve the base. M.C. Perry Middle-High School covers grades 6-12; contact DoDEA for registration.
Is there a base shuttle?
Yes. A free installation shuttle operates multiple routes; shuttle contact DSN 315-253-7118.