JAL added two new benefits for elites at the end of 2009. The added benefits are
1. Frequent Visitor e-Channel at HKG for all elites. E-channel is a self-service immigration clearance kiosk.
2. Forward seat assignments on domestic flights for Diamond, JGC Premier, and JGC members.
Details for the added benefits can be found on JAL website (
overseas members,
Japan members)
Anyone knows what "forward seats" are? The site is kind of confusing and doesn't have much information...