Japan's Best Airline: ANA Business Class, Singapore

Japan's Best Airline: ANA Business Class, Singapore - Tokyo

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All Nippon Airways - ANA - is well-regarded as an outstanding airline. But how will they do on a short overnight flight from Singapore to Tokyo? I was lucky to book my ticket during a lull in ticket prices and this is the first part of a looooong 8,000+ mile odyssey to JFK in New York. Subscribe and don't miss the real highlight: ANA's "the Room" business class on the 777-300ER...the world's best? Find out another time!
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0:00 Intro
0:47 Lounge at SIN
2:18 Departures at Singapore
3:36 mid roll sponsor
4:28 Boarding ANA 787-8 business class
6:16 Taxi and take off
7:23 On board product review
8:38 Food and ablutions!
10:31 Zzzzz
11:11 Breakfast, descent, conclusions!
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Date of Travel: 15 MAY 2022
Airline: ANA All Nippon Airways
Livery: ANA standard
Route: SIN-HND
Aircraft: Boeing 787-8
Flight Number: NH 844
Miles: 3,293
Airborne time: 6h22m
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@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

@inomad Жыл бұрын

I have been watching your videos for years. In my opinion, you are the best transportation reviews channel.

@blatherskite9601 Жыл бұрын

Had an accident with the (vanilla) ice-cream a while ago. Trying to lever a chunk out of the punnet, suddenly the spoon flicked it into the air - it described a rather elegant arc before falling into the lap of someone sitting a couple rows ahead of me! They looked up, as if expecting to see a seagull, and I petended to be doing something else entirely! 🥵

@billbinkelman1259 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, Paul! Thanks and keep 'em coming. Cheers!

@torgeirbrandsnes1916 Жыл бұрын

Great vlog as always! Looking forward to the next one. Be safe!

@gerrib1633 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you sticking to showing your travels and reviews of the method. Some other channels have diverted from this slightly. Keep up the awesome work Paul and hope to see you in Australia soon.

@ryanfrisby7389 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic trip report Paul!😸

@Bluejackets70 Жыл бұрын

Great video Paul!

@scottyerkes1867 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. Thanks Paul

@danielintheantipodes6741 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video!

@thegrinder46 Жыл бұрын

Love it when Pau posts a new video and also love that football season is back!

@dk9176 Жыл бұрын

Best review ive seen

@garrygreen3210 Жыл бұрын

When you pulled out the table I thought it was the server rack for the IFE, haha! Great video Paul, looking forward to the next leg.

@GenkisTravels Жыл бұрын

Great video. What an interesting looking Pepsi can.

@kachikwuomodia8501 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very detailed videos you always post. I think you should try flying less known airlines especially Egyptair which I hear has upgraded their services. This will make your channel a strong reference point for global commercial aviation! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

@rikspector Жыл бұрын

Paul, Thank you, very relaxing:) Cheers, Rik

@peterkelly1406 Жыл бұрын

ANA are singularly the best airline I have ever flown. You could eat your dinner off the floor it is so clean. I hadn't eaten my noodles and the hostess assured me that they were the best thing on the dish , so she sat down beside me , opened a sachet of sauce , pored it over the noodles and proceeded to hand feed me with chopsticks. When she found that I had never tasted Sake she immediately returned with a freshly warmed glass for me to taste and then proceeded to gift me a 4 pack of Sake. Believe it or not , I was only flying economy but there were very few passengers. When I related this story to my wife , she suggested that the sweet lady may have taken a fancy to me ..... Go ANA !!

@japanesetrainandtravel6168 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering if there was going to be a Japanese train review but forgot the travel restrictions. Been waiting FOREVER for a review on a Japanese Carrier. I have used ANA a few times and they never disappoint (although JAL is close second). Great review! My personal favourite airlines are 1. Singapore 2. Cathay 3. ANA 4. JAL

@williammodlin2621 Жыл бұрын

I love Japanese “bidet” style toilets, but never experienced on in the air. My only flight with ANA was a long-ago 1st class ride from ORD to NRT. It was quite similar to what you see in Business class these days.

@sheilacrosby4894 Жыл бұрын

Omg thanks for new video I was having Paul withdrawal lol

@jaypainespotter Жыл бұрын

I have flown this exact business class from SEA-NRT, it is awesome. I have flown SEA-SIN in business class on Singapore Airlines and I've flown Asiana business class on the A350 and all were top notch experience and service. ANA is my favorite airline I've flown internationally. Great review Paul.

@richdudebou123 Жыл бұрын

Singapores security screening procedure done at the gate reminds me of the old Berlin airport where the check in desk and security is done right by the gate!

@jesuisrobert808 11 ай бұрын

The food looks top notch

@tonytony3895 Жыл бұрын

Good narrative and outstanding presentation. Thank you very much. Incidentally I observe your expertise with chop sticks! 👍

@Biglmpact Жыл бұрын

I was supposed to fly into Singapore next week and on to Darwin, but Jetstar cancelled all flights from SIngapore to Darwin from the 7th of August onwards. Was really looking forward to the Airport in Singapore as I've heard mostly positive things about travelling through there.

@louiseleonard1992 Жыл бұрын

Interesting i will have to try it one day

@_w_w_ Жыл бұрын

Japanese toilet may not have made it to Europe, but it's becoming quite popular in the US. Most new homes are already build with a power outlet near the toilet. They are also showing up at airports and some US workplaces. I wish they become a common thing on planes and airports.

@SteveVadocz Жыл бұрын

Nice video as always. The problem with lounges and airports is that eventually, it starts to blend together. Same-ish food, same-ish interior. I still enjoy it, but...btw one small tip. When you do close-up shots. I am not sure what editing software you are using, but final cut pro has this software stabilization functionality and it does wonders. Especially when your footage is already relatively stable. But it will completely remove the shakiness of the footage. I find it easier on the eyes.

@anguscovoflyer95 Жыл бұрын

I hope that Japan opens to independent tourism soon!

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Me too! I have so many plans....

@barrydanial Жыл бұрын

I hope so too! Before the pandemic, I do understand that ANA used T2 at Singapore Changi Airport, with lounge access provided by Singapore Airlines at the Silver Kris Lounge. Once T2 completely reopens, they could either move back to T2 or even move to T3 to ease congestion at T1. We'll know it once more info comes.

@japanesetrainandtravel6168 Жыл бұрын

Same here ! Been waiting forever to get on ANA and JR!

@stellarch4986 Жыл бұрын

@@Paul_Lucas So many plans or so many planes ?

@mypiang Жыл бұрын

its open now

@dannydanny9875 Жыл бұрын

9:20 Looks great!

@louiseleonard1992 Жыл бұрын

I used to live in Singapore i really miss it

@briangasser973 Жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, you certainly know how to get cheap business flights.

@theglobalpeasant Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy the narrative of your videos. I think those bidets toilets are only on their intl configured aircraft. Never seen them on the domestic aircraft.

@rollingtroll Жыл бұрын

Bland but also incredibly good in many ways! Looks pleasant

@4evertrue830 Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, you do have the best job in the sky Paul...

@paulkazzer Жыл бұрын

Worst chop stick game ever!!! Great video of a fantastic airline. Can’t wait for the next flight.

@mxyzptlyk Жыл бұрын

Security at the gate is odd but it works and is efficient. What we have found odd is having to go through security screening with baggage scanners and wands when arriving into Changi from Hong Kong.

@ShelterCats Жыл бұрын

Your videos are always the best of the very large bunch. Top notch quality and editing and content. I personally don't like to travel, and hate flying, so this allows me to arm chair travel and enjoy it at the same time. So many other channels make me dizzy with their awful camera work and annoying commentary, your videos are the gold standard. Keep up the great work!

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan! Appreciate that!

@jonwebber1 Жыл бұрын

Great video as usual. Out of interest - how long is that short red eye? I dont really enjoy them, thinking NYC - LON or LON - DXB. Too short to get a decent amount of sleep.

@CyBeRiun Жыл бұрын

When I was younger (in the 90s) I always thought it was normal to have security at the gate as I was an expat kid who regularly travelled between two of the few places that did it that way -- AMS and SIN. AMS has since converted to central security. There are upsides and downsides to both imo.

@MrGreatplum Жыл бұрын

Looks perfectly decent to me - good looks great!

@gregorybaker330 Жыл бұрын

I have flown them 75 times in J international and Y on domestic mostly and an amazing airline. Great ground service and assistance and just as important helpful and courteous Mileage Club and programme. Always liked the fact I can fly J from SYD to LHR/FRA etc with low mileage and taxes cf to Oneworld. When living in DLC (Dalian) their daily 788 service rarely full and exceptional service and DLC office always called to confirm assistance and meal choice and also made me aware of any mileage expirations. Well done

@watson956 Жыл бұрын

4:48 LOL!⚽⚽

@philcleaver2703 Жыл бұрын

Hi Paul I have just made you an honourary west Aussie. Ripper of a plain-talking EXCELLENT no-nonsense review we do not get ANA here in Perth WA but may try them out of Sydney NSW Oh and your surf shark tip I fully endorse having used that VPN for years it is IMO the best of the bunch

@dairishkid44 Жыл бұрын

I was conflicted about the security line at the gate, myself. I did like not having one long gigantic line; but I also felt kind of trapped at the gate when I went through security

@wannabedal-adx458 Жыл бұрын

I've heard great things about ANA, glad to see they still excel. Also, when was this filmed? I am curious about how open Singapore is? Looking to fly there someday on their A350-900ULRs. Cheers

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Singapore is open for tourism 👍🏻 has been for a few months now!

@paulinejackson5861 Жыл бұрын

the ULR flights look expensive as heck! even just on economy

@japanesetrainandtravel6168 Жыл бұрын

Having flown ANA a few times, I can say it’s great. Just avoid their 767s - flew them from SGN to NRT and the cabin was a little dated.

@scoocie0341 Жыл бұрын

I flew the room in the beinging of june and it was awsome

@rezaalan3991 Жыл бұрын

Great flight. But in the future I hope you also trying the another transportation in Asia.

@gnhansen29 Жыл бұрын

Could you do a review of some of the Japanese trains eg the Haneda Express?

@gen11january Жыл бұрын

Singapore's catering is good, but if you'reto opt for the Japanese option, you can't beat the caterers at Japan, the home base. Hope you can drop by at Japan on your next occasion (if our government opens up the border, that is)

@patce8094 Жыл бұрын

Not a fan of security at the gate. The holding area before you get on the plane has no toilet. You can be held there for upto an hour. Which means going back through security to use the toilet. Then being screened again to get to the holding area.

@johnburke1317 Жыл бұрын

Nice video 📹 👍

@genesiswan4018 Жыл бұрын

Paul, interesting though, SQ restarted their welcome drink for my Bangkok to Singapore flight. Probably one off but its nice to see them coming back. Slowly but surely...

@camerastooge Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video! Quick question about the pricing though. I know your description said the tickets were bought at a time when prices were low, but was the price you mentioned in the video only for this leg of your journey, or did it cover the entire Singapore-New York trip? And what country were you buying those tickets from (through the VPN)? I'm not using a VPN, but when I price tickets from Texas to London, it typically comes out $1600-$1800 per person...for coach. Wondering if there's a way to get those significantly cheaper.

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

No tricks here, that was the one way fare, SIN-HND-JFK. Japan was locked down to tourists (still is) and ANA tried some strangely cheap fares to fill planes. Tickets bought before the Ukraine war and oil price spike too.

@tekkieman Жыл бұрын

I booked the same one-way fare a week ago originating in Jakarta (CGK to JFK via HND)-US$ 1,533. And 3 months ago, you could fly Turkish airlines Biz from SIN to anywhere in Europe return for US$ 1,700.

@coolbreeze253 Жыл бұрын

Try holding the noodle bowl close to your mouth. I was told that in a Cathay-Pacific lounge.

@Davehearne43 Жыл бұрын

Hope your OK nd well

@spinalcrackerbox Жыл бұрын

As much as I love ANA, I believe that JAL actually has them beat in Business & in First.

@genesiswan4018 Жыл бұрын

awww...u miss the newly silverkris flyer lounge...would be a better experience than the SATS

@davidstone9467 Жыл бұрын

I love ANA and all but (aside from the ANA 777-300 suites) JAL has them beat with apex suites.

@andyt8216 Жыл бұрын

9:27. If my memory serves me right, never leave your chopsticks standing up in the bowl. It is a sign of a funeral or something like that. I am sure I will be corrected but that's what my memory tells me.

@ademcevik9434 Жыл бұрын

Was the turbulence bad?

@88jerryw88 Жыл бұрын

I don't mind security at the gate. I just sit where I can see the queue and wait until they are just about all on. There is no way they will close the gate whilst passengers with boarding passes and loaded luggage are waiting to get on.

@ludwigtails Жыл бұрын

Paul I hope you can answer my question. What do you use (or what equipment) for when recording take off and landing footages? Do you simply use your hand to hold the camera and record the footage? Or do you have some sort of camera holder/plug and stick it on to the aircraft window and record the footage? If it’s using something to plug on to the window and record. What are the equipment that you use to do that? Please do tell.

@dixiesmaster Жыл бұрын

Another great video, Paul. I would do worse with those chopsticks. Yes, a new Football Season! Of course, you mean soccer and I mean American Football, which just started training camp.Anyway, Happy Trails.

@tekkieman Жыл бұрын

Why did ANA send you to a contract lounge? If you're flying a Star Alliance airline, wouldn't you automatically have access to the SQ lounges?

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Not in Singapore in May. Social distancing concerns meant SQ didn’t allow other airlines to use their lounges. Believe this is now relaxed.

@thenungzo Жыл бұрын

Glad I'm not the only one who struggles with chopsticks.

@simonmajura Жыл бұрын

I don’t like Changi’s security at the gate. Simple things like trying to take your own water on board (I still do this in premium cabins as I like to stay hydrated) is a challenge. Some gates have refill stations after security, others don’t.

@themaloosh8483 Жыл бұрын

Was the whole flight only ~$1400?! Or did you use points as well to offset the cost?

@johnhagen31 Жыл бұрын

What happens to all the stuff they give you during the flight, such as slippers, headphones, etc? Do you keep them, leave them behind or what?

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

You get to keep them apart from the headphones.

@thechristoff78 Жыл бұрын

Much prefer security at the gate.. exprienced it in March at Changi whilst in transit...

@TheRareVideosXL Жыл бұрын

What a great flight experience.

@eddielin6081 Жыл бұрын

Hope you’ll get to try ANA’s other business product, the room. That one is definitely not bland.

@88jerryw88 Жыл бұрын

It's the next video. He said at the end.

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

I said it at the start as well 😂 people really do be skipping the whole video!

@gabyabed Жыл бұрын

I'm surprised you couldn't use one of the Singapore lounges, as ANA is Star Alliance.

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Closed to other *A entrants at the time due to “social distancing”, relaxed as of June I think.

@gabyabed Жыл бұрын

@@Paul_Lucas ahh good. Yeah, I keep forgetting how strict Singapore had been

@flylikelinz Жыл бұрын

curious why you didn't use the SQ lounge instead?

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

It wasn’t available to non-SQ *A passengers on this date due to social distancing. Relaxed in June I believe.

@whatever8282828 Жыл бұрын

Gosh it seems very expensive!

@Wedgehog Жыл бұрын

Funny that. I'm sitting on a Japanese toilet as I watch this video. The bidet function saved me during the COVID toilet paper crisis.

@ericmabley2120 Жыл бұрын

I don't know how I feel about at-gate security clearance. It might work in an airport such as SIN, where the risk of terrorism is low, but I would feel unsafe if it was put in place at any airport in the USA, Europe or the Middle East, where the risk of terrorism is much higher.

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

What would the difference be? It’s the same check.

@ericmabley2120 Жыл бұрын

@@Paul_Lucas The difference would be that the terrorist(s) would be able to penetrate deeper inside the airport terminal, and the amount of space for them to do their damage would increase.

@danielbuckley4252 Жыл бұрын

What about bringing drinks onboard u bought at the duty free

@hanj31 Жыл бұрын

No Singapore air lounge?

@GenerationAi007 Жыл бұрын

Football season is back ✌️😂

@cazl2875 Жыл бұрын

Football season is back!

@juleslowery2030 Жыл бұрын

Another nice vlog Paul. *Wonders whether there is correlation between Japanese not being side-sleepers, with the inconveniently placed tray handle* 🤔

@robertmorgan200 Жыл бұрын

how far in advance did you book this ticket to get that fare?

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

About a month.

@PokhrajRoy. Жыл бұрын

Quote of the Day: “We’ve got a loo with a view.” (I bet Merchant Ivory couldn’t come up with that lol)

@louisthetravelspotter Жыл бұрын

brilliant video paul im flying manchester to orlando on oct 3rd with virgin premium economy 24k on the 350-1000 im so exited and coming back 18.10 on the 17th oct is the 330-300

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Have a great one! The 350 is a great aircraft.

@egpx Жыл бұрын

Regarding the lack of a pre-take off drink, I recently travelled in Air Canada’s Signature Business Class where no drink was offered. I suspect it’s a Covid thing as unfortunately masks are still compulsory and they don’t want to give you an excuse to remove yours whilst the aircraft is still boarding. It’s only a small thing but first impressions count.

@JuanWayTrips Жыл бұрын

They definitely use COVID as an excuse, but it's a money-saving measure instead. I flew Hawaiian FC in 2021 (rare FC booking for me since it was for our honeymoon) and they served pre-departure beverages in glasses while no one else did. And mind you, Hawaii had the strictest COVID protocols in the US at the time, so they could have easily used that excuse but didn't. To me, PDBs don't make or break the flight. It's nice when it's there, but I'll also be happy if there's just water. Just don't lie and say it's for COVID reasons.

@egpx Жыл бұрын

@@JuanWayTrips to be fair they didn’t actually say it was a Covid measure, I just suspected it was as the mask mandate was still ‘enthusiastically’ enforced.

@yvr2002rtw Жыл бұрын

Security at the gate is much preferred. It cuts down on the congestion at the main security checkpoints. Also, if each gate has its own security, once you reach the security line, you're pretty much guaranteed you'll get on the flight (even if there is a delay in security screening) as each passenger will need to be screened before they board.

@briandobson9272 Жыл бұрын

that looked nice,,,,,,,,, brian d.

@Bad_Karma1968 Жыл бұрын

ANA is still in full “ pandemic” mode so don’t expect a full Pre “ pandemic” experience Paul how much paperwork did u need for your Tokyo layover ? The seat being by the window with storage closer to the aisle is good

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

No paperwork, as I didn’t enter the country (it’s closed to tourists). ANA are on full service, this isn’t a reduced offering.

@OhHeyItsShan Жыл бұрын

You can transit through Japan as long as your final destination isn't China. That is the only country blocked at the moment for transit passengers.

@PokhrajRoy. Жыл бұрын

I’m so happy to hear you have an adventure from Singapore to New York City. The jet lag must be daunting, but it was worth it.

@Lakesider52 Жыл бұрын

The security at the gate can provide problems particularly for transit passengers who can lose some of their drinks etc that were bought airside or on the plane in their original destination.

@OhHeyItsShan Жыл бұрын

That's the one thing I hate about security gate side. Like I bought a water bottle in the departure area but this is where they confiscate it.. why? I'm literally walking onto a plane that is going to issue me a water bottle when I request one to drink. Bringing one on board at this point should be allowed. If they vetted that it is water then there is no reason to confiscate it. I could just as easily take an empty bottle and fill it up in the toilet or ask for a bottle during drinks service. It makes no sense. Happened to me in Hong Kong and Singapore.

@MrShujinJonmichal Жыл бұрын

Thank you Pual for doing a Review on Japan ANA!. Arigatōgozaimashita. 🗾🇯🇵🇯🇵

@benjambreeg Жыл бұрын

that suspiciously long shot of scoot where Paul was thinking bad things

@nickreestearsofaclown4661 Жыл бұрын

Toto toilets rule ! If you have not used a toto you’v never lived.

@michaelafalck1345 Жыл бұрын

I find it rather annoying, having a security check right before the Boarding Gate. I prefer to have it done right after check in.

@Terry142v2 Жыл бұрын

Thought that guys tshirt at 0:58 seconds said "genitals" for a minute there 😂

@Paul_Lucas Жыл бұрын

Haha! Good spot!

@jonrutland7801 Жыл бұрын

A 6 hour flight is short? SIN to BKK is a short flight.

@ogjk Жыл бұрын

Great vid,, best way to learn chopsticks though is though is to just be forced to use them with absolutely no other options. Learned this hard knocked way while stationed in S Korea and no other options were offered. 🤣

@joermnyc Жыл бұрын

Chopsticks can be fun, but I do get weird looks because I’m a lefty (apparently in some settings across Asia that can be considered rude (example, a noodle bar where the seats are close together, if everyone is right handed there’s no elbow bumping.)

@johnvsymons Жыл бұрын

When I lived in Asia for ten years, the first daunting task I had to master was of course using chopsticks properly and comfortably. My local friends suggested daily practice with picking up one peanut at a time and one small dried fish or a small pickle. I was able to eventually use them comfortably but for at least a week or so I had terrible hand cramps as my hand muscles weren't used to being manipulated in such a manner. 😱🤣. Once you get used to it, it's smooth sailing. It's a skill that lasts a lifetime. 👍💯

@derisleybrittain Жыл бұрын

🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇

@hughporter5234 Жыл бұрын

You landed at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. Head and shoulders better than the dreadful Narita. I guess I was surprised that you next flight was on to JFK, from Haneda I presume. The Japanese do take care of themselves.