Looking for a place to smoke at New Chitose Airport in Sapporo? CTS is one of Japan’s most smoker-friendly airports with approximately 19 designated smoking rooms spread across four floors.
Smoking at Sapporo New Chitose Airport – CTS – 2026
Domestic Gates:
International Gates:
Japan’s Health Promotion Act requires enclosed, ventilated smoking rooms. CTS has approximately 19 rooms, one of the highest counts in Japan. Heated tobacco products (IQOS, Ploom, glo) are welcome in all rooms. No outdoor smoking areas are provided — all designated areas are indoor rooms. The airport is undergoing renovations (since October 2025), so some rooms may be temporarily relocated.
1F — Arrivals (Landside)
| Terminal | Location |
|---|---|
| Domestic | North side, before Arrival Exit 1 |
| Domestic | South side, before Arrival Exit 5 |
| International | East side, near entrance |
2F — Departure Gates (Airside, Post-Security)
Domestic Gates:
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| Near Gate 2 (Gate A area) | North side |
| Near Gates 5-6 (Gate B area) | Next to Yukijirushi Parlor Gate Lounge |
| Near Gates 10-11 (Gate C area) | Between BLUE SKY shop and Green Pockets |
| Near Gate 15 (Gate D area) | Next to CAFE GREEN Tokachi |
| Near Gates 16-17 (Gate E area) | Next to nursing room |
International Gates:
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| Near Gate 66 | Next to North duty-free shop |
| Near Gate 67 | Next to restaurant Kita no Mikaku Suzuhana |
| Near Gate 71 | South end, next to Hokkaido Souvenir Shop |
3F — Shopping and Food Court (Landside)
- Near restaurant Ebizen in the food court
- Near restaurant Ittoan in the food court
- Additional rooms in the entertainment zone areas
4F — Lounges (Landside)
- International terminal North Lounge: Separate smoking and non-smoking sections
- Super Lounge Annex (domestic, opened April 2025): Card lounge with smoking room and alcohol service
- Super Lounge (3F, domestic): Card lounge with smoking room
New Chitose Airport Smoking Policy
Japan’s Health Promotion Act requires enclosed, ventilated smoking rooms. CTS has approximately 19 rooms, one of the highest counts in Japan. Heated tobacco products (IQOS, Ploom, glo) are welcome in all rooms. No outdoor smoking areas are provided — all designated areas are indoor rooms. The airport is undergoing renovations (since October 2025), so some rooms may be temporarily relocated.
Tips for Smokers at New Chitose Airport
- With 19 rooms, there is almost always a smoking room near your gate
- 5 domestic airside rooms cover all gate areas (one per cluster)
- 3 international airside rooms are spread across the boarding area
- The Super Lounge Annex (opened April 2025) has a new smoking room with alcohol service
- IQOS and heated tobacco are allowed in all smoking rooms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I smoke inside Sapporo New Chitose Airport (CTS)?
Yes, Japanese airports typically have well-maintained indoor smoking rooms throughout the terminals. Japan is one of the most smoker-friendly countries for air travelers.
Where are the smoking areas at Sapporo New Chitose Airport?
Look for designated smoking rooms marked with clear signage inside the terminal. Most are located near boarding gates, food courts, and transit areas.
Is there a smoking area after security at Sapporo New Chitose Airport (CTS)?
Yes, most Japanese airports have smoking rooms available after security, often near the gate areas. Some airports like Narita and Haneda have multiple smoking rooms in each terminal.
Can I vape at Sapporo New Chitose Airport (CTS)?
Heated tobacco products (like IQOS) and vaping are generally allowed in designated smoking rooms at Japanese airports. Use the same smoking rooms as regular cigarettes.