BOARD A FAN.
ARRIVE AN OTAKU.
Fasten your seatbelts for an Otaku journey. Stories of fandom driven by ANA coming soon.
Off the Beaten Path in Japan
When you travel to a new country, do you prefer to see the main attractions, or seek out lesser-known hidden gems? Both are rewarding and both were on the itineraries for our ANA Ambassadors.
Experience Japan From The Moment You Board
In Japan, hospitality is more than greeting guests and serving customers. It’s the dedication of the whole self to someone’s experience with no expectations or ulterior motives
What to Pack for a Trip to Japan
First-time visitor or long-time traveler, packing can be complicated. Does your itinerary have you spending time in the bustle of Tokyo or relaxing on the beaches of Okinawa?
A Foodie’s Guide to Kyoto, Osaka and Tokyo
There are people who eat when traveling, and there are people who travel to eat. Ewa and Jeromy Ko of nom_life are the latter.
From Tokyo to Kyoto: Experience Japan’s Fashion and Beauty Scene
No two trips to Japan are the same — something style maven and travel connoisseur Jessica Clements knows firsthand. She’s been captivated by Japan’s beauty over numerous trips and is returning in anticipation of discovering more.
Japan’s Amazing Vending Machines
As you wander through the cities of Japan, you’ll encounter stunning landscapes, breathtaking shrines, some of the world’s very best cuisine — and a dizzying array of vending machines. That’s right. Japan happens to have the highest density worldwide of vending...
Understanding Japanese Cuisine: Know Your Condiments!
If you’re planning on traveling in Japan, get ready to experience some of the most creative and delicious food in the world. But what makes Japanese cuisine so special? In addition to careful preparation and fresh ingredients, there is one other aspect that makes...
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...
Dive Into Anime — and Manga — on Your Trip to Japan
Even if you’re not a lifelong fan of anime (pronounced AHN-neh-may), you may have recently noticed that the graphic and colorful style of Japanese animation seems like it’s everywhere. From music videos to album covers, anime has skyrocketed in popularity. During...
For Outdoor Adventure Near Tokyo, Head to Hakone
There’s no denying Tokyo’s electrifying appeal, yet with so much to discover just outside the bustle of the capital, a refreshing change of pace is never far. With ANA’s nonstop flights to Tokyo from cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, nature hikes,...
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...
