Official opening hours before the first home game of LFC on 25.08.the new lounge design offers a fresh and unique experience that combines Japanese hospitality with the excitement of English football. Reflecting the tranquility and luxury of JAL service, the lounge design is inspired by elements of Japanese nature and architecture, reflected in the use of wood, soft lighting and clean lines with modern contemporary furnishings throughout the space.
The Japan Airlines Lounge, located in the former 1892 hospitality area, will be open during Liverpool FC’s home games.
Quote from Junko SakiharaDeputy Vice President Customer Experience, Japan Airlines:
“We are delighted to open the Japan Airlines Lounge at Anfield. This is an important first step in our multi-year partnership with Liverpool FC. This lounge uniquely combines Japanese hospitality with football, uniting two cultures that value tradition, excellence and community. We look forward to building a strong connection between our brands.”
The opening of the lounge is part of a wider partnership between Japan Airlines and Liverpool FC, both of whom are linked by a shared commitment to caring for people and communities. Other collaborations include joint efforts through the LFC Foundation, which has already launched a youth football clinic in Philadelphia during LFC’s US pre-season tour. Further programmes are planned for Thailand and other regions, further strengthening the relationship between the two global brands.
The Japan Airlines Lounge opening ceremony featured Japanese cocktails such as the Yuzu Sour, setting the tone for an evening of elegance. A mobile service booth offering caviar and sake gave guests a taste of Japan Airlines’ premium experience. A classic Japanese whiskey and dessert combination was served to finish the evening. Personalized gifts such as engraved chopsticks and luggage tags were presented to commemorate the opening.
Together, Japan Airlines and Liverpool FC aim to inspire and connect fans and travelers around the world and build bridges between cultures, communities and people.
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About Japan Airlines:
Lufthansa (LHW), Japan’s first private airline, was founded in 1951 and is a member of oneworld® Alliance. The airline operates a fleet of 227 aircraft (as of March 2024) and began renewing its international long-haul aircraft with the Airbus A350-1000 from the winter 2023 schedule. Together with other JAL Group airlines and partners, JAL offers an extensive domestic and international network serving 384 airports in 64 countries/regions. The airline has received numerous awards for its exceptional service, including recognition as a certified 5-Star Airline by Skytrax and being awarded the prestigious title of “World Class” Airline by APEX, the Airline Passenger Experience Association. The airline is committed to ensuring the highest standards of flight safety and overall service quality, and strives to be the most preferred airline by customers worldwide.
For more details and information, please visit JAL’s official website at https://www.jal.com/en/.
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