Summary:
- Japan Airlines is enhancing its international inflight dining with menus by renowned chefs and RED U-35 culinary talent starting spring 2026.
- First and Business Class meals feature creations by Chef Natsuko Shoji and Chef Nae Ogawa, while Premium Economy and Economy highlight next-generation Japanese chefs.
- JAL is also expanding premium beverages, including sake, Japanese teas, and curated wines, alongside a tray-style second meal service in Business Class for improved passenger experience.
Japan Airlines (JAL) is enhancing the international inflight dining experience as part of its commitment to delivering a uniquely Japanese experience and to further refining its inflight services for the future. Starting in spring 2026, inflight dining will feature inspired creations by renowned and up-and-coming Japanese chefs, served alongside a carefully curated selection of premium beverages, aiming to offer a renewed appeal to the onboard experience.
In First Class and Business Class, JAL welcomes two highly distinguished chefs to its line-up of partners, who will contribute to inflight meals balancing delicate Japanese sensibilities with global trends. Each dish, infused with the artistry of Chef Natsuko Shoji and Chef Nae Ogawa is designed to transcend a mere meal to become an experience that satisfies all the senses.
For Premium Economy Class and Economy Class, JAL is presenting special menus in collaboration with the rising culinary stars of RED U-35 – Japan’s premier competition for next-generation chefs. These unique dishes are designed to provide a vibrant dining experience that enhances the thrill of travel.
Driven by a desire to share Japan’s culinary culture with its customers, JAL has maintained a longstanding partnership with RED U-35, a competition dedicated to supporting the next generation of talented young chefs as they take on new challenges.
To ensure a more intuitive and comfortable experience for all travellers, JAL is updating its service delivery in Business Class. For second meal service on long-haul routes, JAL will transition from its current à la carte system to a tray-style format served to each guest. More familiar to travellers worldwide, this transition ensures a seamless and intuitive service for first-time international guests.
In addition to wines curated by JAL Wine Advisor Motohiro Okoshi, JAL is expanding its premium non-alcoholic options. Among those options, and as one authentic taste of Japanese culture, JAL is upgrading its selection of premium Japanese teas and sake, highlighting traditional methods and the production regions where tea leaves are grown and harvested. All travellers are invited to enjoy their own ‘ultimate glass’ from JAL’s refined selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
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