Originally Posted by AQ172

Thanks for the suggestions. Unfortunately I tried a few times with various reps, but wasn't successful.

Looks like biz class availability has dried up on JL and CX over the next week and I'm stuck now. Sucks since it always seemed last minute openings were still presenting it self last few weeks. Expert flyer still says J7 for Japan flight 61 today, but AA rep says no award redemption available.

I might have to bite the bullet and just buy a ticket outright to get there now . Probably also look to get there via coach with miles if I can.