JAPANESE HOSPITALITY
FALL ASLEEP ON A FLIGHT, WAKE UP IN JAPAN
Planning a trip to a far-off destination requires incredible attention to detail and careful scheduling. Aside from timing flights around vacation days and nearest airports, few travelers plan for flights themselves as part of the experience. With All Nippon Airways, every flight is a foray into Japanese culture, making it a key part of any dream-worthy Japanese getaway.
PLAN A PERFECT FIRST DAY ON THE GROUND IN JAPAN
Now that the dream has become reality and the flight has landed, it’s time to make the most of waking up in Japan. The first day of any trip can be disorienting due to unfamiliar sites and the nagging yawn of jet lag. However, the thrill of finally waking up in a dream destination can make these moments some of the most memorable. Consider your typical morning routine and how you may want to make yourself feel at home in Japan. From breakfast and caffeine to finding your bearings and taking your time, the experience of waking up in Japan for the first time is yours to design.
Spotted! Finding Yayoi Kusama’s Art in Japan
Maybe you’ve seen her work installed in London’s Tate Modern, Paris’s Pompidou Center, Pittsburgh’s Mattress Factory or your local museum. Or clicked on a viral Instagram post from one of her infinity rooms, mirrored walls reflecting color and light into the abyss....
How to Fight Jet Lag: An Expert Weighs In
Some travelers hesitate to travel long distances, fearing that the jet lag will be intolerable. But avoiding those extended journeys also means missing out on some of the world’s most beautiful destinations.
Cold-Weather Destinations in Japan — And What Makes Them Special
With its warm summers, stunning fall foliage and world-renowned cherry blossoms in springtime, a trip to Japan is a visual feast — and that includes during the winter months, too. An underrated travel season, winter in Japan brings with it an exhilarating list of...
Are You Listening to the Scents of Japan?
To fully appreciate a trip to Japan, you have to take a deep breath. Or a few deep breaths. The Japan’s history is in the air, all you have to do is listen. Yes, listen. In Japan, to appreciate the complex tapestry of scents perfuming the air, incense masters...
An ANA Pilot Shares His Top (Insider!) Spots To Visit in Japan
An ANA Pilot Shares His Top (Insider!) Spots To Visit in JapanWho better to ask than a seasoned traveler (aka an ANA pilot) when it comes to getting suggestions for fascinating places to check out in Japan? Here, Yuichi Nishiyama, a captain of one of ANA’s the...
ANA’s New 777 Business Class Seat: Comfort By Design
A wide couch to sprawl out on with a book or enjoy a high-definition movie. Luxurious bedding to curl up in for a rejuvenating sleep on an expansive, flat bed. These are just a few highlights of the latest in business class comforts, all of which come to life with...
Secrets of a Seasoned Traveler: An ANA Cabin Attendant Weighs In
If you’re looking for smart packing hacks or wondering how to make your Japan itinerary unforgettable, it helps to have a jet setter to ask. We tapped ANA’s Yumi Koda — who spent much of her career as a cabin attendant for the airline — for some of her favorite...
How Japan is Reinventing and Preserving the Ryokan Experience
In the era of capsule hotels, overnighting in a barely furnished pillbox may seem like the pinnacle of Japanese ingenuity: By sacrificing space, you’ll save a lot more on your budget for exploring. But you’re also sacrificing omotenashi, the gold standard of...
Dean Unglert, Will You Accept… These Japanese Cherry Blossoms?
I just returned home after visiting the beautiful country of Japan for the second time in my life. I was there July of 2018 for about a week and only got a small taste of what this incredible place has to offer. I always knew I had to come back in order to fully...
A Michelin-Starred Chef Keeps First-Class Passengers Dining Beautifully In-Flight
Maximum comfort is a constant theme on ANA’s Tokyo-to-Honolulu flight, which will soon feature Japan’s first-ever Airbus 380. In keeping with the sense of well-being and the joy that comes with a holiday trip, first-class passengers will be treated to a menu...
