11 Hours in the World’s Best Economy Class | Japan Airlines JAL Sky Wider | LAX to NRT

[@ShellyS2060]

I just realized I'm so old that i remember when air travel was fun, exciting and possibly part of the vacation!

[@Lucky8s]

It still is.

[@wach3610]

It always is lol

[@vickyschnorbus4166]

Me, too.

[@vickyschnorbus4166]

Me, too.

[@cassandramollura4233]

​@wach3610 definitely isn't. I flied with ITA airways last month, never again. Ofc with annoying screaming kids on the plane every flight will be awful. But having comfort in your own seat and good earphones is still a good start.

[@protocolofficer2629]

One of your endearing qualities whether on land, sea or air is that you do not hesitate to have seconds or thirds when you eat. You’re just like me. If I’ve paid for it, I’m eating it. Love your reviews. Cheers, Colin.

[@waynej747]

All Dreamliners were supposed to be a 2-4-2 economy seat configuration, but the accountants had other ideas!

[@sergiolaurencio7534]

*"The money is always right"* Mr Krabs from SpongeBob

[@andrewhall8024]

Actually it was the engineers that took 2 inches off the cabin width. Then they designed a 17” seat to fit.

[@cvk4860]

I once travelled by British Airways Dreamliner from Chennai to London by Economy Class. Seating was cramped, bad leg-space. The ten hour journey was quite uncomfortable. Dreamliner with 9 abreast seating is inhuman. Someone should have gone to court to prevent the airlines to do these atrocities

[@phanphuongphi2257]

I agree, 3-3-3 configuration on the Dreamliner is a terrible idea and it deserves to be abolished for good.

[@amputeeright]

That economy class looks remarkably comfortable with more leg room than usual. I am glad you had a safe and pleasant trip home.

[@Saidakine]

He must be small, I am 6’2 and my knees hit the seat in front of me. JAL seats are made for the Japanese.

[@bradleypham]

I live in LA and I thought the people in Japan around the Tokyo area are taller than we are here in the states. Statically they are 1.5" shorter as a country, but I think it's different in Tokyo as I was surprised to see so many people there over 6 feet tall.

[@Kento-hc4cg]

The seats of JAL are one of the roomiest economy seat you can find. If it's too small for you, go take a buisness class ticket ...

[@Lucky8s]

​@@Saidakine The Asian carriers are way more humane to passengers than Western ones are. All JAL Sky Wider seats have a minimum of 33 inches and up to 34 inches. My WestJet 737, 787-9, Air Canada A220, and 787-9 economy seats only offered 30 inches.

[@MrHnd1988]

Yes agreed. JAL has the most spacious economy seats of ALL airlines. The space can match premium economy i must say. You need even more space? Stop whining & pls buy business class seats.

[@asirisilva266]

Great to see video on economy class. All the bloggers post mostly business class which only very people get to travel on

[@zaltmanbleroze]

That is why I am only subbed to Simply Aviation. It's almost only travel and review economy experiences.

[@dkmm5037]

Agree!!!!

[@debbiecurtis4021]

I've flown with JAL a few times. The service is amazing.

[@colinrenfrew48]

Great to see an economy review where the experience is great. JAL is a fantastic choice when travelling economy. Nice video too.

[@wendy-21]

It seemed like you had a lovely, relaxing flight back to Japan. Solo san brings a smile😊 to my face when he tries his first bite and we see the double '!!' 🥰...Impressive amount of food he can pack away!

[@SparkzMxzXZ]

The first time i took JAL was when as a kid, i won their haiku competition which had me flying to japan for a haiku summit on their airlines. It was such a memorable flight because the crew took great care of me and it was overall a great start to a once in a lifetime experience (meeting kids from other countries, writing haikus together, playing at the beach, going on a mountain retreat(??) etc hahaha) Thanks for this video!

[@RT-qd8yl]

That's a really cool story :)

[@Wuppetwoman1]

JAL needs to sponsor you for sure... you are the best spokesman - even when flying economy class!

[@dukeallen432]

Booo. Marketing. Booooo

[@itsme2084]

They did thats why he was nice about 5h delay

[@AL-pg3cu]

⁠@@itsme2084if they sponsored them they wouldn’t have even mentioned the delay lol but nice try ig

[@leilanilamour5173]

This is exactly what I’ve been hoping to see! I want to use JAL for my trip to Japan next year and I was curious to see what their economy flight was like from LAX. The fact that they employ a 2-4-2 seat configuration makes a huge difference in terms of comfort and space. Thank you for sharing another helpful video 😊👍🏼🌸

[@brianbentley8631]

Just a friendly heads up. Delta airlines A330-900 planes also use a 2-4-2 and generally are dramatically cheaper than JAL (if price is an issue)

[@randomtravel4361]

@@brianbentley8631 only in premium economy. Economy is still 3-3-3

[@dukeallen432]

It’s an airplane. That’s it. A plane. With check in. security up your anus. Never pleasant. Even private, still sterile cramped unchimp friendly. We need boats. Trains. Specialty regional restaurants , not commercial freakin plane.

[@dukeallen432]

(:

[@dukeallen432]

You work for JAL marketing firm.

[@rondawohl6542]

Your travel videos are the best and the only ones I watch anymore! There are so many reasons why. I love the written out captions, which eliminates trying to understand someone's foreign accent. Plus if there's a word I've never heard of, I can pause the video and look it up. Your sense of humor is hilarious! And the wide variety of places you showcase, from Canada to the Swiss Alps, and of course Japan. And your photography is so professional. Thank you so much for all you do to take us to these beautiful vacation spots!!

[@SoloTravelJapan]

I'm afraid you're being confused with other creators. I have not been to Canada or Switzerland in my channel. I would appreciate it if you wouldn't confuse me with anyone else. Thank you very much. STJ

[@OfficialCrumpdiddy]

Finally booked with them for my flight in November. Can’t wait

[@robbyrondez9820]

My favorite airline. Can’t wait to fly with JAL again.

[@feiryfella]

That looks like a reasonable first class train seat! Nice!

[@jerrynadler2883]

I remember the big breakfast at the Qantas lounge. It was incredible and delicious. One of the best lounges for a la carte dining

[@curseknight5]

The way that the little boy laughed right on cue with your joke at 11:38 haha

[@RumMonkeyable]

Retired now, but NRT was one of my "stop-overs" on my way to other Asia/Pacific countries (company rules that any flight travel over 8 hours bumped us to business class, so never flew economy). Although 11 hours isn't all that long........not when one has a 27 hour flight, not sure I would opt for economy. 😊 NRT is a GREAT airport for a lay-over, by the way. Thanks for the journey, STJ! It's fun traveling with you! P.S. Not sure how you stay so thin! 😍👍👏✨❤

[@agondokusumo-111]

It's great if you don't have to pay for the business class seat.

[@AmbientWalking]

Really awesome. I enjoyed myself so much! Thank you!

[@truongdinh959]

Thank you for sharing we’ll be flying next week to Japan from LAX. Our first time economy with Japan airlines.

[@kaffir76]

2:50 LOL .. no toasting of raisin bread 😂😂 awesome lounge, great TR! ❤❤

[@martian-sunset]

I usually fly JAL (a fantastic experience all around) but recently flew ANA on an 8-hour international flight and back. No comparison. The experience was much less than wonderful. I'll be sticking with JAL in the future.

[@LMFuqua]

I have a flight coming up to Japan and based on everyone's recommendations I am doing economy+ on JAL its nice to see what that looks like.

[@mak155]

My favorite international economy seat among all the airlines whether it's operated using the 787 or 767. Even the premium economy on the 787-9 is by far the best premium economy

[@robmortimer4150]

Having flown it recently, I can vouch for it being great

[@DonnaLee4]

You can't have an airport experience without having Panda Express! LOL

[@ReyOfLight]

I haven't had the opportunity to fly with JAL, but I have flown long haul (10+ hours) with Lufthansa, SAS and KLM, all in Economy and in my experience, Economy on long haul flights is generally really good (especially compared to shorter flights) I've done my long hauls in Airbus A340 and Boeing 747 and I much prefer those aircrafts over Boeing 737 or the smaller models of Airbus used in short to medium flights. I do find A340 to be more comfortable than 747, but both are good even on a 10-11h flight. Not sure if I'd fare as well now though as I have (more severe) chronic pain now compared to when I went on my long trips and I now struggle to sit for long due to pain so if possible, I'd go with business class if I have a long flight simply to be able to recline the seat more, I really don't care about the other bonuses of business class or first class, Economy is all good in my book, I just need to be able to lie down or semi lie down due to my condition. That said, I'd be happy to try JAL Economy one day, maybe even to Japan if my boyfriend and I are able to go there sometime. The seat looks like it might even be somewhat comfortable for my boyfriend who's about 2 meters tall (Dutch) and for me at 174cm tall (I'm almost considered tall for a Swedish woman) the extra leg space would definitely be nice compared to my previous long haul flights that were good but definitely could have used a few more cm of leg space. But for my boyfriend's sake, I'd probably try to book seats with extra leg room in Economy just because of his height. I'm also one of those maybe weird people who actually likes the in-flight meals when flying. I don't get why people complain so much about the food onboard, it's an airplane with very limited space and over 1000 meals on board (if you're on one of the really big planes), it's not a restaurant with a full kitchen... In-flight meals are really good for what they are. The food on this flight looked really good imo

[@GetOutsideYourself]

Welcome to my home airport. Sorry you had to eat Panda Express. We consider that pretty bad food and try to avoid it. Unfortunate your plane got delayed.

[@souk4507]

We are about to fly Japan Airlines Sky Wider and our seats are the rear one like in your video. We watched it multiple times 😂. Thank you for posting!

[@scottprice4813]

Many years ago -1986 flew JAL the same route but on a 747. Just very special service. I remember the soba noodles.

[@dariusdeboer5498]

I like the 2-4-4 config on the seats.Because you will have more room for you and your seat partner. And i love when they give a $15 meal voutcher for delayed flight. I love JAL Air line. I wish i could fly JAL Air line to japan and to other citis in japan or near japan. And I love your food vidios.

[@cherylsemrau7100]

Lovely. I wish I could go on this trip. Greetings from Canada.

[@GetItOn1]

Very nice video of your JAL Flight to Tokyo! Wow, economy class is spacious! I worked for Delta Airlines @LAX for 20 years and would often eat at the nearby IN-N-OUT 🍔 🍟

[@greggross8856]

When I first flew JAL LAX-HND in 1976, it was on a B747. The oshibori were rolled individually, not in cellophane wrappers, and hot. That was just the beginning. The difference in the caliber of in-flight service between JAL and US airlines was stunning. They even managed to make the return flight on a "stretched" DC-8 relatively comfortable -- and that was no easy feat! Since then, it looks as if JAL fell behind ANA, but they seem to be making a comeback. It's good to see.

[@KAMU13]

I often fly by JAL in business, which helps me to accrue AA miles. JAL is much better than ANA in terms of bed comfort and food in business class.

[@greggross8856]

@@KAMU13 Good to know. Thanks!

[@randolphamos4627]

My favorite airline, JAL

[@IAmThePrepper]

I love JAL. Economy class seats are spacious. By the way, I took the co-share flights on AA. Not too bad as I prefer the night flight to arrive to the destination in the morning.

[@solotrippin09]

Codeshare*

[@madmommy]

The 2-4-2 seating would make sense for many families, sandwiching the two kids between the parents. I hope your stay in the US was enjoyable!

[@meltylego]

The music when you board JAL is my absolute favorite. David Foster captured the feeling of going home so well! You really can't settle for any other airline after flying JAL.

[@Maverick626]

im glad they managed to get you in another JAL plane , almost every single time ive been delayed in a flight due to any kind of technical reason with the plane , we were shoveled to another airline flight , usually with worse seats...

[@bubbledoubletrouble]

5:30 JAL does something similar with its 777s: Most airlines have 10 seats per row, in 3-4-3 configuration, but JAL opts for 9 seats in 3-3-3 instead

[@FDES-p4w]

I was wondering what the seats in row 56 were like. Thank you for reviewing! Very helpful.

[@BethDoublekickChick]

"Stop the plane, I need to get In n Out first!" 😅 Thanks for Always travelling and eating, Solo-san 🤘🍥🤘 🇦🇺💜🇯🇵

[@nobodynothing00000]

I flew JAL economy in February, I have zero complaints. IN fact I am torn if I want to go back to Japan or visit Korea for my next vacation.

[@connieg4615]

Flying international, ANA is really good too. JAL tray table design will be better if they have a small cut thru hole that can secure their drinking cup and won't move around on the tray or the passenger don't have to hold onto the cup. ANA has the cup hole on the tray and a 34" leg room that no other international airline has it.

[@douglasseter8804]

Yes, you should try In N Out the next time you're in California. They're an icon, particularly in the southern part of the state. Opinions vary but most people enjoy the very fresh lettuce, tomato and onions they use.

[@michellemeentemeyer7047]

The airplane looks amazing.

[@DinnerForkTongue]

I'm guessing the empty dish was for those that would like to mix the fruit slices with the yogurt. I do that, the combined flavor is excellent.

[@educanassa100]

Nice trip,delicious food

[@Waywren]

'i'm not sponsored by the way' You should be! XD also it was uniquely hysterical to see you eating Panda Express. I loved it.

[@gus473]

Anaheim? That would imply Disneyland! But did you get to see ⚾ Ohtani play? 🤔✌️😎 (Sorry for your delay, yet glad you got to try Panda Express! 😋)

[@luisRoma747]

I have flown with JAL from LAX to BKK and back and JAL has Great service.

[@sheilaathay2034]

1st class is a fantasy for me, but economy is my reality. Thanks for showing it all!❤🎉😊great videos

[@guybeauregard]

JAL economy is economy with dignity. Cheers, Guy

[@Ms.HarmonyJ]

Alright, my friend is going on another amazing. I see be safe. Have fun for me much love

[@yajcaivplawv88]

I just flew Japan with JAL and like their service.

[@e020443]

Over a 46-year business flying career I travelled almost 1.5 million miles. That's not much compared to serious "road warriors," but it was enough to expose me to the best and worst flying experiences. The best was between '86 and '93 when I did 22 trips from Phoenix to Taiwan in either business or 1st class. The worst were the later trips to Europe and within the U.S. in coach, especially after 9/11 when security lines and other issues made the airports hellholes. I don't miss it a bit, but do enjoy your videos. They are exactly as close as I ever want to get again to air travel -- thank you for them.

[@guybeauregard]

Nice post! If you can, come and visit Taiwan again. You'll be amazed at how it's changed. Cheers, Guy

[@rezaalan3991]

Great flight. Feels like First Class lite version because nobody is seating beside you.

[@paulmccool378]

Sorry you missed having In-N-Out. I will make sure to have a Double-Double for you next time I'm there. 😉

[@Mochichan2]

Because of your channel, I am landing in Narita next Monday!!! I am beyond excited! I started watching your awesome little mini movies over a year ago on binge mode, then over again. I obsessed until I took control of my destiny and booked a flight to Japan. I’ve made my own Itinerary and purchased my JR pass before the price almost doubled, and thrifted my ultra Japan wardrobe, and I’m ready to LET’S GO TOKYO (Kyoto, kofu/Yamanashi, and Minobu too!) 🫶🏻 Thank you for all of the beautiful inspiration.

[@kleinerboeserdrache7804]

Mice move....and good documentated with write Comments.....Thanks!

[@markshen3280]

This Solo traveler is a foodie 😋😋😋😋

[@AnaSolVa]

And I'm hungry again. Even the light meal looked better than some airplane food I've gotten!

[@epicsupergeneration8017]

Bro, this is my first time watching this channel and video; you don't say a word, but it's hilarious and awesome! Very entertaining! You did well in recording, editing, and scripting. Thank you very much!

[@MelissaGameDev]

I hope you had a pleasant visit to Orange County! This video is very helpful for us, since we usually fly economy to Tokyo. We actually have some decent curry restaurants around here, it would be fun to see you do a curry video from SoCal on your other channel sometime. :)

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

Every time I look out of my kitchen window and see the sunflower I can hear the sunflower ferry song 😂 It’s growing in a small gap in the path, a seed dropped by a bird. I didn’t have the heart to pull it up

[@Nanonic001]

The bacon in the Qantas lounge was a monstrosity and I'm sorry that you had to experience that.

[@rod_at_adelaide5766]

Nice trip report, thank you. It does look much better than most economy product. Also if you buy economy flex fare or premium economy you also get lounge access which I don't think any other carrier does this!

[@kernthorpe864]

That lavatory is bigger than the one BA has in first class on their 787-9 + 787-10

[@kenhitchcox5750]

Next time you are in LA and have time, take a side trip to San Diego, find a Robertos Mexican fast food place and order a Carne Asada Burrito. You will be very happy. Not as happy as if you were having curry, but still, very happy.

[@carolemerle9995]

You really lucked out not having someone next to you on such a long flight. Surprised that they didn't offer earplugs. I flew Qantas last month and they offered them both ways. Looked like a fantastic flight.

[@oblongmusic3389]

When someone running a kitchen is lazy and careless enough to send out something obviously burnt , it not only says a lot about them but also about the brand they’ve been hired to represent and provide a service for.. I think you said it’s called a ‘first class’ lounge, but judging by how huge the space is with lots and lots of seating for 100’s of people, it’s not what they say it is..I have no interest in Qantas in any way.. but I’m always interested to see vlogs about JAL and how good their products are.. it seems their long haul economy cabin is indeed a cut above the competition.. thanks for showing it to us ..🙏

[@enjoypladecorrals]

Sorry for your delay. Jal has one of the best on time performances. Any explanation what went wrong this time? I appreciate that when the captain apologizes and explains. This what makes airlines get good ratings too. Thank you for eating well also. I would have gone back to the lounge and get a first class lounge lunch by the way

[@Undrave]

The meal at the lounge looked a little sad despite also looking decently tasty or something I would put together myself. You just got us so used to prettier plates it seems :p

[@debbiecurtis4021]

What's the purple sprinkle on the rice called? The first meal on the flight.

[@debbiecurtis4021]

The second meal looks delicious

[@guybeauregard]

JAL economy rocks!

[@KAMU13]

JAL's Econ class is ranked #1 wth 34" pitch; van never go wrong with them.

[@jlayne10]

I am looking at those same seats for Osaka to Los Angeles. Were disturbed by activity in the open area behind row 32, such as passengers gathering?

[@not2sneaky]

You missed out on In-N-Out....lol had to

[@FlareOfLegacy]

I recently checked JAL prices and they've dropped quite a bit for return fares (might just be a sale though)...just a shame one way is so expensive (was thinking of trying another airline on the way back). But yeah, the economy seat looks very good, and being 2-4-2 is very nice considering how rare it is.

[@QuickQuips]

Zipair is run by them and is also very affordable. Starlux is Taiwanese and quite a good value too.

[@FkCCPspiesinYT]

You get what you pay for.

[@CHGMANCHG]

Outstanding service. Way better than the North American and European carriers. Better to fly JAL Economy Class than LOT Polish Airlines Business Class.

[@littlemisstentoes]

"You're not going to regret flying with JAL" Me: I wonder if he's spondered?? "I'm not spondered by the way" 😳😂

[@nickhingle5534]

That’s pretty good that pretty much the whole flight was in the dark, except for departure, due to the time difference. 😀✈️

[@transa0710]

I took this flight back in June. Seating 2-4-2 is the best. However, I think the seat cushion is not that comfortable comparing to EVA Air. JAL service is wonderful and free snacks are always good. If you fly NS to HND or NRT, always stick with either ANA or JAL

[@reneewooley1240]

Everyone always talks about how bad LAX is, I’ve traveled through there many times and never had a problem. In the 80’s , when the Concord was still in operation , every time it took off my house would shake

[@iatsd]

It's just a shitty airport, badly laid out, and with amazingly poor service. But then, with only one or two exceptions, ALL US airports are pretty much crap compared to the rest of the world. Seattle is nice and Denver has potential, but beyond that? They're all terrible to use - mostly because Americans don't understand what customer service is.

[@marilynturcotte5304]

When you said "Economy Class," I instantly thought, "Cattle Class." No, so, not bad for economy, but those delays must have been a problem!

[@SuchagoonUTube]

Nice ride. How are you able to eat so much and not explode? Two breakfasts, desert coffee, then a snack at a take-out. I would not survive. Curious as to why you did not make use of the window seat? You could have moved away from the isle, flipped up the arm rest and taken both seats quite comfortably. It is usually not a problem on most airlines. I have heard of some Lufthansa crew getting a little stinky about such a move from a colleague in the past few months. No reason for it really. As usual, thanks for sharing. And.. noted: "I am not sponsored." Ok then. Good for you. Enjoy the freedom of travel for as long as you can.

[@dineshchristopher2121]

💺 Seats Should be Cushioned & Comfortable 👍

[@KuroRyuu86]

Solo san, I am incredibly sorry about your Big breakfast at the start of your trip. Thats kinda small for Australian Standards. Our big breakfast in all our cafe's in Australia Fill up the plate, almost overflowing. That bacon was a questionalble colour unless its the lighting. I like your optimism during your delay, Some of us would have lost it by now xD AND your right, that economy class is awesome. Maybe i should try a Japanese airlines from Aust next time.

[@iatsd]

The inflight service on JAL can vary quite a bit depending on where you are flying from. For example, the ~1am weekday flight from Indonesia to Japan have amazingly bad inflight meals - usually just a sandwhich after take off and then half a breakfast just before arrival. Literally, a sandwhich and a single drink. And that's regardless of class of service. But yes, usually JAL is fantastic.

[@WillHsiung]

That was my experience flying JAL over the last holidays. Between Tokyo and Sydney was much better than between Chicago and Tokyo, the latter had woefully slow service and terrible food both ways. Flew JAL between Chicago and Sydney as it was at least $2k cheaper than those with shorter flights and came to the conclusion that I got what I paid for. Would love to fly ANA to Japan in the future.

[@soykatwobadger2963]

Дякую вам за цікаве відео! Дуже переживала за вас через численні затримки відправлення. Добре, що в лаунжі компанії можно з комфортом провести час! 😍😍😍😍😍😍🇺🇦

[@alisontay3230]

Yeah I was wondering too, how does economy seats get u access to the lounge ?

[@bonns.appetit]

I'll fly with JAL soon and I also choose the last row seat , were you able to recline your seat?

[@markshen3280]

Champagne with breakfast ? I can’t do that ! I need a hot cup of coffee ☕️ along with a good hefty amount of delicious breakfast foods 🥯🥚🍳🍞🥓🧇🥞🍽️🥨

[@michaelmatheson4277]

Hi Solo, 1st time watyching. Is the Sky wider on all JAL economy Planes

[@ぽん-w1v]

Watching the flight map and the plane icon moves so slow makes me crazy.

[@jw3885]

Hope you had a decent time in our neck of the woods!

[@CaliforniaBear619]

I love Japan Airlines

[@cleverlaziness]

im jealous, i just returned from my 5 months study abroad trip in tokyo, i want to go back as soon as possible!!!

[@kianakan96826]

Great video! Thanks

[@killerwhaletank]

omg you were in Anaheim and didn't stop by to say hello?? I'm so hurt! I would've loved to go on a foodie tour with you!!! :) :)

[@Steve-xf4uv]

Very nice trip; I will have to try JAL st least once. Food on ANA is also good. Air Canada was ok, but no Japanese options, too bad.