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.
A Michelin-Star Chef’s Guide to Dining in Tokyo
“Fearless” is one word that describes Tokyo’s epicurean landscape. Just set aside its crown for having more Michelin stars than any other city, and consider how it earned that status in the first place: through a reverence for high-quality ingredients, boundless...
Ramen and More: Everything You Need to Know About Japanese Noodles
Though many contest its origins, historical credit for the noodle must be given to Asia, where in China, a 4,000-year-old bowl of noodles was found by Chinese scientists at the Lajia archaeological site over a decade ago. The modern-day culinary staple was only...
Why Okinawa Needs to be Your Next Scuba Diving Destination
When you think of scuba diving hot spots, Japan might not be the first place that comes to mind. But with its subtropical climate and vast marine life, the entire archipelago offers an undiscovered series of diving gems. Well, undiscovered for tourists, that is....
Make Time for Matcha
These days, the delights of matcha are captivating foodies worldwide. Whether sprinkled on breakfast bowls, frothy lattes or pastries, the Japanese green tea powder is seemingly everywhere. And while you can find those new and quirky matcha culinary interpretations...
Michelin-Starred Chef David Myers Reveals His Go-To Tokyo Cuisine and More
“I have always had a very deep connection to Japan and Japanese culture,” says award-winning chef David Myers, whose former Los Angeles restaurant Sona took the West Coast food scene by storm, earning him a Michelin star for three consecutive years, starting in...
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...
