14 hrs Alone in Japan Airlines First Class to Tokyo

[@Patterrz]

Not sure what's more impressive, the plane seat or that you managed to get into Japan right now

[@GlenDrobot]

Yeah I thought that non citizens aren't able to visit yet.

[@Thetrancemix]

@@GlenDrobot If you don't leave the airport, then it's not difficult. Depending on passport held and/or regulations, you might only need a Transit Visa.

[@sergiolaurencio7534]

2 I will say

[@BasedApricot]

@@GlenDrobot They have just opened business travel.

[@DaveEPie]

JAL- worst customer service ever.

[@aspenbentley]

PLEASE please please show ALL the menus! That's literally 80% of the reason I watch these types of videos! I pause and read through every option. It's so interesting to see different options and then the actual serving of what you choose. For me, I really would/ have (by have, I mean twice in my life) purchased first class based on food. I love your content!

[@goldytwatus1674]

That's dumb

[@cuy50]

agreed ^ picking a flight based on food is dumb. You can get good food anywhere. What you can't get around is good storage or legroom....

[@gorillaglue1302]

@@cuy50 lol you must be broke

[@emraef]

@@gorillaglue1302 getting gouged for first class tickets is how you become broke

[@gorillaglue1302]

@@emraef first class isnt even that expensive, just save a little in advance

[@neile90]

I recently flew JAL in long haul business class between Haneda and Dallas. I was pleasantly surprised to see how attentive and polite the cabin crew are. It made for a really memorable experience.

[@madmommy]

I think the fold-down changing platform is the best example of Japanese attention-to-detail in this entire video. Lovely touch.

[@ConnorFTW]

We flew 15 hours in Air Canada Economy. Dubai to Toronto. This flight was pure hell every second of it. Was a completely full flight, and we were packed in like sardines. I could not even imagine flying that first class.

[@tycanuck]

When is 15 hours in economy NOT pure hell? Seriously...

[@ConnorFTW]

@@tycanuck Yup

[@azlanzahid5059]

@@tycanuck I flew from Manchester to Hong Kong and it was a 13hr flight. I was awake for the entire journey and its one of the best flights I've ever had. I was in economy and the airline was Cathay Pacific

[@sergiolaurencio7534]

​@@tycanuck The thing hit economy is that is "economy" just a just like villagers in the medieval era. And as always, the rich take the best (that has never changed) Not to mention the food and the chair. I have always said, "It doesn't matter the plane, but the airline."

[@amandashamanda9479]

Air Canada is awful

[@shinymystery]

I can't wait to try JAL first class, too at the end of July 2022! I only had about 42k Alaska miles so I bought 33k miles more to complete the 75k award miles needed for my one-way flight. All in all, I only paid $680 for this $10,000 flight. How cool is that?!

[@manveerbraich9501]

Have u gone yet? Or is it soon?

[@daprince001x5]

How'd u do it? What credit card?

[@shinymystery]

@@manveerbraich9501 I'm going very soon! End of July

[@shinymystery]

@@daprince001x5 Alaska Airlines credit card

[@brule1763]

@@shinymystery July is over. Update plz

[@itsnotme07]

Now THAT is a great way to travel to Japan!! Love that you didn't just stick to the "western" menu and went on the Tour of Japan. So cool they provided a "map" of the offerings as I would have no clue what most of that was. Seaweed gelatin? I'd try it once for sure....but normally pass on that stuff. Great review as always!! Maybe someday I'll get to Japan for real? The boss isn't sending me anytime soon... haha.

[@defyspy]

Jojo reference

[@skateboardmd9163]

Have you ever considered riding on a Japanese ferry before? It's quite the experience and I definitely think it would be worthwhile trying it out at least once. Only when the country's actually open to tourists of course! Love the vid btw! Can't believe people are still hating on the Ripped Jeans and the NASA Jacket tho.

[@TChalla007]

I Played in Japan for 3 years back in the 90s. Even then their coach has better service than some of the business class here in America. FYI, My wife was a senior flight attendant for Singapore airlines and was surprised how there's is a lack of service on some short first class flights.

[@firstnamelastname4824]

Even if he doesn't or can't leave the airport, that's fine. The international airports in Japan are incredible

[@beanfizzle3422]

I’d just like to say I really really love watching the first class and flight videos. They’re a good length and are very entertaining. There are so many videos and this is my new favorite channel. It truly feels like I’m there with him.

[@Npzsn83]

JAL is amazing. Flown it plenty of times out of ORD. I find the Japanese menu to be better from Tokyo than from the US. I always do Western Menu leaving USA and Japanese menu leaving Japan. Also, Salon champagne is incredible.. Best in the world, imo.

[@canobeansyummers1667]

I loved going to japan back in 2018. My dad grew up in japan and unfortunately, we had to fly back for the funeral of my dad's uncle but the service and quality of everything onboard jal were amazing. We flew business class and I must say I wasn't disappointed in the slightest. Arguably one of my favorite flights regardless of the extremely long flight (flew from Los Angeles).

[@Fluminator]

5:30 Visualized flight route over the atlantic and europe 11:54 Actual flight route directly over the pacific ???

[@joebaldenweg]

Flat map vs Globe

[@entropy22]

i thought the same thing... i was surprised he would fly over atlantic and europe, because its faster over pacific

[@charmaineparsley7921]

The FA's were so sweet to offer you a 10-pack of those masks! (They're kinda expensive to get in the US) It's those little moments that make your experience special!

[@janandersson4262]

Trying to find info on those masks? can you buy them anywhere?

[@allmightygriff]

@@janandersson4262 thankfully no need for masks anymore!!

[@somerandomguywastaken]

@@allmightygriff sarcasm?

[@allmightygriff]

@@somerandomguywastaken Nope! US came to their senses and dropped the mask mandates.

[@somerandomguywastaken]

@@allmightygriff that's not the masks they're talking about bro. They're talking about the heated eye masks

[@LoganLavery]

In 2014 I flew in a Qantas B747 into Narita. Was a wonderful trip; amazing experience all the bags coming onto the carousel oriented with the handles facing you; took a coach to Yokohama and the terminal staff all bowed when the bus departed; complete strangers would come up to me and offer a cold bottle of water during the heatwave. Wonderful culture and people there.

[@TheMyKillClan]

compared to a lot of your other first class videos this seems to be your favorite and seems rightfully so.

[@pockypimp]

I flew to Japan with my family at the end of 2019 just before the pandemic lockdown happened. We flew JAL Business class on the 777. The Sky Suite wasn't leather or as nicely laid out but we did get the Hibiki and the fantastic menu. Unfortunately the slippers were too small for my feet so I couldn't wear them but being able to lay back flat and sleep was amazing.

[@doctorsteve5838]

Why did you go east instead of west?? 🤔 That was just an error in the beginning as it looks like you actually flew west which would make more sense.

[@bossman4401]

The FOOD on this flight is just INSANE! I’m impressed with this airline. Happy they’re in the one world alliance

[@douglasreeves9938]

Enjoy your vids. I am old enough to remember when men wore suits and women wore dresses when flying, regardless of class. Times change. Stay safe in your travels.

[@A_S12042]

This channel is honestly guaranteed entertainment- great video as always Will! Keep the grind going! ✈️🛫

[@pizzawarlord9232]

nice review. I wish reviewers would add what the seat cost was for flight. I get that changes and also point and upgrades but still nice to know.

[@happe9101]

The content that Will gives us is definitely worth more than 100k subscribers. Love the videos keep it up

[@tod3msn]

Another excellent travel video. Thank you for such a reassuring video that first class is alive and well in JAL. Sadly, all first class is in the USA is nothing more than "Coach Plus" where first class is filled with people getting upgraded and as a result the airlines reacts accordingly meaning first class is devalued. I took my ailing Dad across the US in first class and it was not that great. Coach passengers regularly used the first class restroom talking and shutting the restroom door and standing in the aisles waiting to use the facility. JAL is the new true first class and I am happy you got to experience it.

[@MattNav]

What can I say! This video brought back some wonderful memories of my own experience flying Japan Airlines First Class just over a month ago from Tokyo Haneda to London Heathrow. It's definitely one of the world's best first class products and flying the wrong way round the world from Japan to the UK for 16 hours was definitely not enough for me 😅

[@CEOpaschal]

Unimaginable flight from Tokyo to London without flying through Russia airspace

[@mr_ocarlin5282]

Homie said "What can I say!"

[@CEOpaschal]

@@mr_ocarlin5282 hmm, do you have any flight experience to Africa?

[@mr_ocarlin5282]

@@CEOpaschal what?

[@CEOpaschal]

@@mr_ocarlin5282 answer d question

[@MrInzeo]

I was the best Man at my best friends wedding in Japan. I was so excited. It was my first time ever in Japan. I got to the airport and I just noticed that I forgot my passport. I missed my fight and the wedding. I haven’t been back to Japan since. I was going to fly business class. Its been eight years since that day, it still haunts me. Thanks for sharing this great trip!

[@qozmicr1ce62]

Oof, that hurts

[@kat35lulu88]

You need to book another flight and go see him!!!!!

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

From US 1 trick is to fly to Seattle and stay overnight. It cuts the final part of the flight down to 9 hours.

[@enigmagrieshaber5555]

Zamn Getting offered with a champagne while waiting? That's the most impressive way to apologize if some delays happened but nothing of sort happened but still give that wonderful accomodations

[@shortylucy]

Spectacular Japan! I’m glad you had a great experience with Japan Air. Cherry blossom trees are my absolute favorite trees in the world. That was a nice treat at the end. Great video!

[@wccroft50]

This is nice to know. I have flown American from Chicago to Tokyo several times in business, but this looks a lot nicer.

[@kieferclarkf1674]

Incredible experience. I can only dream of being able to do something like that once in my life.

[@kamanama3671]

The hour it takes to go find the TSA pre-check “ office” and the preparation it takes is absolutely worth it and it’s good for five years.

[@hiramabiff2017]

Mannerism as well as his tone of voice & always a cheeky smile on his face. This channel & young man are truly entertaining & such a pleasure to watch😁. The down side is, next time your flying standard class and fighting to get on a plane after queuing for 2hrs, all your be doing is thinking of Trek Trendy sleeping in a luxury cabin drinking champagne & eating Caviar 🥴 ...

[@bengt_axle]

Yeah, but wearing a hoodie, ripped jeans and sneakers. Sadly, this seems to be the norm in the age of adults YTers travelling in the front of the plane doing “reviews.” If you’re at work shooting a video, why not wear normal adult business or work attire?

[@hiramabiff2017]

@@bengt_axle hahaha I did wonder at the ripped jeans and put it down to a wardrobe malfunction, but his trademark Nasa hoodie & Tim's are part of the channel now.

[@bengt_axle]

@@hiramabiff2017 in many parts of the world, the way you speak to another, the way you dress and even the care with which you wrap a gift, is a sign of respect for the receiver. It can be for an elder relative, a business associate, your fellow passengers and even the cabin crew. What seems to have taken over is, « Me first, I’m the customer. I do what I want. » People have normalized (e.g., via KZbin and the Oscars) not knowing or caring about civility. « Let’s see how far I can get doing it my way. »

[@hiramabiff2017]

@@bengt_axle You mean some people are obnoxious & self entitled in the 12st century 😆😅🤣...I think we have all established that a while a go. As none of the pet hates that seem to be annoying you have any relevance to this channel I am sure you will enjoy the future posts.

[@FearOgre]

This just makes me wish I could plan my trip to Japan even more, been waiting for tourist restrictions to ease up.

[@RossMoore777]

They're heading in the right direction. They've began opening up the tourism sector, but only for guided tours. However, I heard that next year they expect tourism levels to approach pre-pandemic levels, as Japan gradually eases the restrictions.

[@CarpeD1em.]

Came across your video yesterday and I’m hooked watching them full of information and attention to detail. I’m off work for two days now so binge watching them thank you

[@jamesphilip6737]

The first class culinary adventure is such a nicely produced part of these travel videos. I come away hungry after watching!

[@element4910]

Me waiting for the day Japan opens up for tourism :( love the videos btw always a chill watch!

[@LiamWalsheliamskitchen]

After saving up miles since the beginning of the pandemic, I'm so excited to be flying this HND-JFK on June 11! Bring on the 2007 Salon!

[@barryroesch30]

Love your videos. Thanks for the content. I think you have two different flight maps. The first shows you flying East, the second shows flying Weat.

[@Morrow1158]

I don't know why I enjoy these videos so much. But I do! even though I'll never be able to fly 1st class.

[@bjw4859]

That was amazing, a trip to Japan is definitely on my bucket list & 1st class as well as I will be coming from Australia I'll get my moneys worth.

[@nicmyles]

Thank you! I was thinking of using my Alaska miles on first class JAL and this just solidifies my decision! Japan here I come!!

[@airplane800]

I have a friend who says that real first class is to sleep at home. People think that to sleep on a pressurized metal is a great deal. Everyone who slept at home had a better experience. I use my time on an airplane to work, to read, and do something useful. I know people that have private jets, and they travel during the day after a nice sleep in a hotel.

[@noahjackson7693]

Home alone is the movie

[@anaaltonaga7859]

I don’t know if “full of flavor” is a British expression, but I smile every time I hear it. Good or bad flavor?

[@amessina4333]

New viewer here 👋🏻 It would be so helpful if you’d put the (retail) price of of these flights somewhere whether it be flashing on the screen, in the description box or in a tagged comment. Thanks!

[@realmusicreallife]

If I drank wine and whisky and ate the stuff you ate I would be feeling sick..

[@RuffianSoldier]

Almost 200k! So happy how fast you are growing. Keep it up!

[@fire398017]

Glad you wore your nice pants for the video

[@dianeschroeder3980]

That’s definitely the way I would want to travel if I was going long-haul. Food looked amazing Mr. Trendy! I could eat a pound of that sashimi. By the way I can’t believe you’re almost at 200K subs. That certainly was quick!❤️👍✈️

[@jerolvilladolid]

London to Tokyo via Asia instead of north america?! Thats certainly the best way to travel! You will fly across some top tourist destinations where you can see scenic views in the cabin window such as Ukraine's beautiful and historic Donbas region, the wonderful mountains around Tehran, and the old silk road passes around Afghanistan. If you're lucky, only if youre lucky, you may even make a brief pass along the Taiwan straights and get first hand views of Taiwan and China's latest fighter jets running around your aircraft. Isnt all that exciting?!

[@brians2733]

JAL has been my favorite airline to date, but I will be giving Qatar Airways a shot next week and have heard they’re quite good as well. Interesting peek into first class, definitely one I hope to try when travel to Japan is less restrictive.

[@chaptermillion675]

i like how they made your bed in the seat behind you 👌🏽

[@TonEd622]

I wish I could go to Japan. I've heard a LOT of good things about it.

[@kiddbrm]

Japan is incredible, if you ever get the chance to go I’d highly recommend it

[@skateboardmd9163]

If you're from a more Western country such as in Europe, Africa or the Americas, travelling to Japan feels just like going to a whole new world. Their unique culture and practices that have been cultivated over the centuries they've spent isolated from the world.

[@sergiolaurencio7534]

Mee too

[@somerandomguywastaken]

The difference in food quality between this and American airlines is incredible

[@djfletchful]

Definitely will be giving JAL a try next time I visit Japan. By the way was that the same airport as used in the classic film Home Alone 😱

[@VoidRemoma]

I don't know why I enjoy binging these flight reviews so much but once I get started I can't stop. I'm 2 hours deep rn

[@Daniel27600]

When are you checking out the new Finnair A350 Business Class sofa style seat?

[@hannahwhitson3890]

I just found your videos on KZbin and I absolutely loved them, I am watching them from the beginning

[@MisterResistance101]

Really hope that Japan reopens to tourism COMPLETELY. I know it's too much to ask for things to return to pre-pandemic times but come on already Japan...

[@furdiebant]

The food looks incredible

[@richardinjapan4578]

First, let me say how much I love your videos. Informative and entertaining. Thank you! Like several others previously I have a question: Were you able to pass through Immigration and enter the country? Or were you transiting Japan and not leaving the airport?

[@sukottora]

One thing I love to do of late is listen out for the JAL44 London to Tokyo flight that passes over my home in the Scottish Highlands at around 730 every evening. It used to fly east from London over Ukraine and Russia and on down to Japan, but since the war, it now heads north over Scotland, Iceland, Greenland and over the pole. As it goes over, I select it on my flight tracker, check on its progress around bedtime (it's usually over Greenland by then) and then again in the morning. By this time, it is northeast of Hokkaido and about 3 hours from Tokyo. At around 1030, I can switch the flight tracker to pilot view and watch it come in over Tokyo Bay and touch down at Haneda International Airport and taxi to the gate. Madness, I know. But it seems to add a scale to the earth that is easy to relate to and helps me see the world in a slightly different way. And it's a lot better than what's on the TV these days.

[@becca_t1994]

Not mad at all. I am booked on JL44 LHR to HND (and then JL51 onto SYD) this coming October, ironically after a forthcoming holiday in Scotland. I will now think of you below as we climb out over Scotland!

[@sukottora]

​@@becca_t1994 Make sure you get the pilot to toot his horn when he passes over. I'll give you a wave ;)

[@becca_t1994]

@@sukottora Haha! Done! Maybe even an enthusiastic wing waggle (a victory roll might be pushing it in a B777...)

[@lindahawkins8102]

I've recently found your channel. I would just like to thank you for such an enjoyable channel. At 64 , the only plane I've ever been on is a Cessna around Duxford Airfield. So your reports are very informative and probably the nearest I'll ever get on a commercial airline. Well done, keep 'em coming 👏 👍👍

[@Trektrendy]

Thanks so much for watching Linda 😀

[@richf8334]

only travelled premium on JAL but it was amazing and despite being seated from London to Hanada, i woke up refreshed and for once feeling on the correct timeline! Best airline ever.

[@cianosullivan2688]

Hi Will Just a suggestion. You should try Aer Lingus Long haul from Dublin to New York in Business class. I have flown in this route twice and i would love to see your thoughts on it if you could. Thanks. Love all you videos by the way.✈

[@NotJustPlanes]

9:40 as a Canadian, i am honored to have a loo review done in my country.

[@wayneguy6043]

Canadians suck

[@gdubaz]

Nicely done, as always. Just one small thing for future reference: “O’Hare (never Chicago) International”. Fun trivia factoid: its code is ORD because its original name was Orchard.

[@roadkillgravy5168]

I'm flying through Chicago international in a few months.

[@gdubaz]

@@roadkillgravy5168 I’ll bet your boarding pass says differently.

[@dripii182]

Bruh it’s the only international airport in Chicago it’s the tiniest detail to point out for no reason whatsoever

[@jacksonboaz2505]

You missed the Flagship lounge reopening by like 2 days! Brutal!

[@Nunderscore2]

13:26 If you want a real classic long haul, check out the united flight from SFO to SYD. I remember my travel day as an 11 year old kid from PDX to SFO to SYD. Felt like the longest day of my life! With preboarding and delays on the tarmack due to the unpredictable weather in the bay area, I was sitting in my economy plus seat alongside my family for a little less than 17 hours, we timed it. Check it out one day if you have not already (:

[@johnleget3923]

Nice pants. I remember the days when we dressed appropriately for the flight in coach let along First Class. Fly Safe.

[@Sitti2300]

Question: Were you actually entering Japan or just transit? I believe currently Japan is still only allowing limited amount of student and business with invitation to enter

[@Trek001]

Its possible that if these videos are his business, then a letter of invitation from JAL would be sufficient to enter Japan - as I understand the regulations currently in effect Otherwise, he might be classed as transit if he goes straight back again

[@beefcurtain-travel]

that's what I thought. Japan currently is closed off to tourists. Unless he has a business visa....

[@regmemer9198]

Imagine still getting blagged off with Covid restrictions in 2022 🤣

[@Edmund._.Dantes]

From watching his videos it seems like he does not leave the airport in some cases

[@Smoje79]

And who says he entered the country? Maybe he only did the trip and returned to USA after some hours inside the airport

[@deepwoodguy2]

Hmmm...that surely out classes my travel to Japan a few years ago... I went from Michigan , to San Francisco, then Alaska, and finally Japan, had 3 inflight meals along the way, then on to Korea, landing in Seoul ....All provided by the US Gov't...I was in the Air Force.....and surely no choosing your own mattress ...😁😎...Thanks, amazing accommodations and food that you could choose...👍

[@holdentudiks9777]

Now that Asia is starting open up, you should try other underrated Asian carriers such as Korean Air and Eva

[@johniii8147]

Korean Air is definitely not "underrated" Very mediore. Always has been. But they often have good fares sometime for premium travel with the connection so sometimes it's worth it. But never expect market leading products or service.

[@antjuan1843]

@@johniii8147 Nah mate, their service has been the best and consistent in the air for the past 15 years I've been flying with them in their Prestige and Economy classes. If you're just talking about their First class then I'll agree, but otherwise, they're actually deserving of the 5 star Skytrax rating unlike Lufthansa.

[@johniii8147]

@@antjuan1843 LOL Skytrax is paid for advertising. I've just never found them anything special. Certainly worse carriers but not stand out service.

[@ecliqsly6585]

I agree, Eva would be nice to do a review on. 👍

[@harveyhalloway]

That newspaper touch is classy, as someone who always reads newspapers when I travel to zone out from the general public, I wish more airlines did this!

[@KINGOTHL]

I thought Japan was still closed. How are you getting in?

[@xanaus5920]

The steam masks are fantastic, and really great to sleep in in winter.

[@Alan12112]

Another great video Will, I run an "all things Japanese" page on FB, would it be ok if I share this video there? Also did you enter Japan or just transit through? I've flown business with JAL before but I'm considering ANA the room next time as the new updates suites look very good.

[@Musik216]

Whatever you put on your face (serum), truly has you glowing as you de-plane.

[@DoorMatt29]

The reason for that lounge being closed may be just due to not having enough staff to run it and supply food and stuff. Not sure how much of a problem that still is. Unemployment in the US is pretty much back down to normal.

[@sympathique506]

JAL is the BEST AIRLINE. Everything is the best quality and most specially the attitudes of the Stewardess is very polite! ❤

[@warren7838]

I've flown JFK-NRT and it was amazing. The hard product is older but still comfy. The service and food are stellar. You chose well going for the Japanese meal instead of the Western meal. Looking forward to Japan reopening for tourists.

[@jaymeojeda1160]

Something very comforting about these videos

[@St__Elsewhere_]

I’ve just discovered my favourite airline reviewer! Love your videos, your editing, your honesty and your style. Thank you so much for producing these :) safe travels!

[@dredgenyour3795]

Home Alone!!!! Best christmas movie ever!!!

[@redoctober6521]

I’ve been lucky enough to take both JAL and ANA to Japan and I’ve never had a bad experience with either. /Looks like you landed at Narita. Along with the airlines both Narita and Haneda both are great airports

[@mwhite7745]

Haneda is so much more convenient

[@andyflynn489]

Tidy new pair of Tims Will. Great review as usual. Spotted you on NSD's review of SQ 1st Suites a few days ago. Nice that you both gave each other the recognition.

[@RMbutItsO]

Amazing! How cool is it to get the whole cabin to yourself :)

[@bclmax]

sad actually..stupid covid

[@RMbutItsO]

@@bclmax still cool though

[@ludwig1652]

My TIPS for nice TRIPS: Try the Overnight Sleeper Train from Munich to Rome. Its such a nice feeling to wake up in a typical italian landscape and to approach rome. I also tried the Overnight Sleeper Train from Venice to Munich, its also such a nice feeling to wake up in the German Alps! I used to use these trains 2 times, 1 year ago and right now, today (from Venice to Munich). The view approaching Venice is also so beautiful!

[@ChrisPage68]

What you omitted is what we're all wondering - how much does it cost to sit in a cubicle and eat tiny food for 14 hours?

[@AussieInUS]

$10k one-way. He mentioned it way down in the comments

[@JeffJensenStudios]

As I sip the Crystal passing the Southwest jet, perfect lol

[@pureracekarting6164]

The movie is home alone that takes place there

[@fireball0762]

i wish there was an app that would be a media player that gives you sort of an experience like the inflight entertainment system. I loved how those looked when i traveled to Korea

[@Flyingfezzik]

Is anyone else confused how he is flying there when you can't fly in unless you work there

[@WellISaidIt]

Surely him flying is his work. He is a travel reviewer.

[@jimsturt]

My hometown! Next time you go through O'hare you should eat at Frontera Grill! Delicious outpost of one of the best restaurants we have downtown.

[@hadiyazid]

Quite amazing that you can travel to Japan right now.

[@roberte5057]

My father and stepmum flew JAL......in the earlt 2000s....they had travelled on many airlines but JAL was their favourite.

[@dmcglone007]

The best airline I've ever flown on!

[@MaryJones-fs4wf]

Super. Restaurant service and food just for one passenger! WOW. I just got a box of Korean steam eye masks for my birthday. I was introduced to them on Korean AIr.