Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Business Class

BENGALURU-TOKYO

BEST FOR Comfortable seat and bedding, excellent service

FLIGHT TIME

7 hours 50 minutes

CONFIGURATION

2-2-2

SEAT WIDTH AND PITCH 20 inches; 74 inches

SEAT RECLINE

Full-flat bed, bed length: 74 inches

PRICE

Internet rates for a return business class flight from Bengaluru to Tokyo in January start at ₹297,421

CONTACT jal.co.jp medium-sized aircraft. With humidity and air pressure settings which can be adjusted to a level for your comfort.

CHECK-IN My departure was from Kempegowda International airport, Bengaluru, Terminal 1. There was almost no line at the separate check-in counter designated for Business Class passengers. I kept my Covid-19 vaccination certificates handy and the check-in process was swift and hassle-free.

BOARDING Boarding happened promptly and on time. The crew greeting the passengers were wearing face masks and it was reassuring to see such protocol maintained. I was kindly shown my seat by a member of the cabin crew and instantly felt at ease due to the spacious arrangement of the seats.

THE SEAT The JAL Sky Suite (Business Class) seats were extremely comfortable as they stretched out into a fully flat bed. One can take a short nap on the exclusively are designed with the intent to provide privacy and convenience. Features such as the retractable privacy partition, a large swivel table and ample storage space beneath the ottoman are just a few of the elements implemented in the design of these seats to ensure passengers have a highly comfortable journey.

THE FLIGHT The Boeing 787-8 with an E12 configuration features windows 1.3 times the size of those on conventional medium-sized aircraft, o ering wider views. This E12 configuration JAL B7878 is mainly deployed on Japan Airlines’ long-haul flights. The airline provides an advanced inflight service environment such as LED lighting and electronic shade. The electric shade featured on windows can be adjusted across five levels based on

The ight landed in Narita International Airport at 1430, well ahead of the scheduled arrival time of 1455 brightness. The LEDs are used to create a unique lighting program that expresses the feelings of the four seasons of Japan, and also o ers lighting colour controls to suit various moods. During the flight, I enjoyed a glass of full-bodied Sangiovese Red Wine and indulged in a portion of Tandoori Prawns as an appetiser. I chose the Beef Fillet as the main dish from the Western Menu.

ARRIVAL The flight landed at Narita International airport at 1430, well ahead of the scheduled arrival time of 1455. The process of collecting baggage was extremely fast and on arrival I wasn’t asked to show any Covid-19 tests, they just scanned my vaccination certificate and took all the details of my hotel bookings.

VERDICT The Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Business Class seat ensures a very comfortable journey through its thought to intricate details that make sure the passenger has a great in-flight experience.

Ravi Lalwani

BACKGROUND Conrad Osaka o ers guests personalized experiences with sophisticated, locally inspired surroundings and connections to people and places around the world. The hotel has 164 spacious rooms and suites and impeccable service whether ordering room service or a wakeup call to customising the room’s pillow options or arranging reservations at locally inspired cuisine and spa o erings. Conrad is a global luxury brand of Hilton.

WHAT’S IT LIKE A modern chic style infused with traditional Japanese elements, Conrad Osaka is also known as the address in the sky with impressive views of the Osaka cityscape from all guestrooms and public areas. The hotel also provides local knowledge that can help guests enjoy an authentic experience.

WHERE IS IT Conrad Osaka is located in the West Tower of the Nakanoshima Festival complex which also houses an art museum, a concert hall and several shopping and dining options. Directly connected to the subway station, and within walking distance of Osaka’s central stations, the hotel o ers convenient access to Kansai International Airport. Both Umeda and Namba are close by for the best shopping, food and culture. Kyoto is 15 minutes away by bullet train from Shin-Osaka Station.