Travel notes and airport lounge reviews from Japan, based on our own visits.
Fukuoka Airport ・
A visit to the JAL Sakura Lounge in the Fukuoka Airport domestic terminal as a JGC member. Window counter seats overlooking the apron, beer and snacks, entry rules and facilities.
Miyakojima (departing Haneda Airport) ・
A review of the JAL Sakura Lounge in Haneda Airport Terminal 1 North Wing, which reopened on October 8, 2026, visited as a JAL Global Club (JGC) member. The window view, food and drinks, and crowds.
Tokyo (Haneda Airport) ・
The JAL Sakura Lounge in Haneda Airport Terminal 1 South Wing, closed for renovation since October 8, 2026, visited in August as a JGC member before it closed. Sofa seats facing the window, beer, snacks and facilities.
Miyakojima (departing Haneda Airport) ・
A review of Airport Cafe Lounge NODOKA on the 2nd floor of Haneda Airport Garden, directly connected to Terminal 3. Entry rules, perks, facilities and food, using the Priority Pass that comes with the American Express Platinum Card.
Naha Airport ・
A visit to the JAL Sakura Lounge in the Naha Airport domestic terminal as a JGC member. Free beer, JAL's salted caramel popcorn and other snacks, facilities and entry rules.
