Best oneworld Lounge in Narita
May 23, 2010, 12:43 pm
#61
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Hi folks. Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I could do with some help if possible. Am due to fly J on QF22 at 2030 tomorrow from Narita. It's my first time departing from here, and having read through this thread I'm left with a few questions I hop esomeone can help me with:
1. I have no status (OW or otherwise) at present. Will my QF J ticket allow me access to all OW J lounges, or just the Qantas one?
2. Much of the previous conversation was about the F lounges. Which of the J lounges is the preferred option for OW flights?
3. Is there a fast track security line available, and am I allowed to use it?
4. Any other useful tips for making the most of my three hours or so at Narita?
It seems crazy how long it takes to get from the city to the airport - about 2 hours from clearing customs to entering my hotel room in Shibuya. Next time I might break my piggy bank and spring for a helicopter!
1. I have no status (OW or otherwise) at present. Will my QF J ticket allow me access to all OW J lounges, or just the Qantas one?
2. Much of the previous conversation was about the F lounges. Which of the J lounges is the preferred option for OW flights?
3. Is there a fast track security line available, and am I allowed to use it?
4. Any other useful tips for making the most of my three hours or so at Narita?
It seems crazy how long it takes to get from the city to the airport - about 2 hours from clearing customs to entering my hotel room in Shibuya. Next time I might break my piggy bank and spring for a helicopter!
2. I like QF the best of the J lounges. The AA Admirals Club is quite nice also. I'd avoid the JL Sakura Lounge in the satelite terminal.
3. No, but security lines are rarely long at Narita. Immigration (emigration, actually I guess) is where you may end up waiting.
4. If you're looking for real food from a restaurant, the restaurants outside security are much better than what you'll find inside.
May 23, 2010, 8:06 pm
#62
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Melbourne, Australia
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Really? I haven't tried the QF lounge in a while but I always thought that the Sakura Lounge is the best with good showers, plenty of space and plenty of food.
May 23, 2010, 8:32 pm
#63
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1. Yes
2. I like QF the best of the J lounges. The AA Admirals Club is quite nice also. I'd avoid the JL Sakura Lounge in the satelite terminal.
3. No, but security lines are rarely long at Narita. Immigration (emigration, actually I guess) is where you may end up waiting.
4. If you're looking for real food from a restaurant, the restaurants outside security are much better than what you'll find inside.
2. I like QF the best of the J lounges. The AA Admirals Club is quite nice also. I'd avoid the JL Sakura Lounge in the satelite terminal.
3. No, but security lines are rarely long at Narita. Immigration (emigration, actually I guess) is where you may end up waiting.
4. If you're looking for real food from a restaurant, the restaurants outside security are much better than what you'll find inside.
May 24, 2010, 3:10 am
#64
Join Date: Mar 2010
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Thank you all for taking the time to reply. Have had an amazing couple of days in Tokyo, and am now sitting in the QF lounge at NRT. Lines at both security & emigration were pretty short, so no problems. In fact, security reminded me of how it used to be, friendly staff and no major fuss.
I asked at check-in about lounge access, and the agent told me she though I could only access the QF lounge. Check-in was pretty funny actually. I have a connecting flight from SYD - MEL after I land, bought on a separate ticket. When I told her this she appeared confused at first, and then called over a colleague. Eventually there were four(!) of them crowded around her monitor debating my situation in Japanese. After about 5 minutes I asked if there was a problem, and the agent smiled and said everything was fine. About 5 minutes after that, she printed off my luggage label and boarding passes for both flights. Quite amusing - there were still three of them there when I left the desk.
I asked at check-in about lounge access, and the agent told me she though I could only access the QF lounge. Check-in was pretty funny actually. I have a connecting flight from SYD - MEL after I land, bought on a separate ticket. When I told her this she appeared confused at first, and then called over a colleague. Eventually there were four(!) of them crowded around her monitor debating my situation in Japanese. After about 5 minutes I asked if there was a problem, and the agent smiled and said everything was fine. About 5 minutes after that, she printed off my luggage label and boarding passes for both flights. Quite amusing - there were still three of them there when I left the desk.
May 24, 2010, 12:33 pm
#65
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The Sakura lounge in the main terminal is not bad, but the one in the satellite terminal is sparse. I find the QF lounge to have decent good and better drink selection. Both the JL and QF lounges can get crowded - I often go to the lounge other than of my departure airline to avoid crowds.
May 24, 2010, 12:38 pm
#66
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I asked at check-in about lounge access, and the agent told me she though I could only access the QF lounge. Check-in was pretty funny actually. I have a connecting flight from SYD - MEL after I land, bought on a separate ticket. When I told her this she appeared confused at first, and then called over a colleague. Eventually there were four(!) of them crowded around her monitor debating my situation in Japanese. After about 5 minutes I asked if there was a problem, and the agent smiled and said everything was fine. About 5 minutes after that, she printed off my luggage label and boarding passes for both flights. Quite amusing - there were still three of them there when I left the desk.
http://www.oneworld.com/ow/ffp/loung...lass-of-travel
May 24, 2010, 11:08 pm
#68
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I will second that. I think you will have a hard time finding a better lounge then the Sakura Lounge in the main terminal in NRT. I thought the new AA lounge which I think is one of the best in the system was nice until I went to the JAL lounge with a real hot buffet,bartender with a full bar and free massages,internet,locker storage and nice shower rooms with TOTO bathroom fixtures that are something to see.....
May 26, 2010, 2:52 pm
#69
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Left
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I will second that. I think you will have a hard time finding a better lounge then the Sakura Lounge in the main terminal in NRT. I thought the new AA lounge which I think is one of the best in the system was nice until I went to the JAL lounge with a real hot buffet,bartender with a full bar and free massages,internet,locker storage and nice shower rooms with TOTO bathroom fixtures that are something to see.....
May 29, 2010, 7:45 am
#72
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You can stare at this picture until your next visit 
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zR2W0MjbbUQ/S6...ura%20Food.JPG
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zR2W0MjbbUQ/S6...ura%20Food.JPG
Jun 2, 2010, 7:48 am
#73
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You can stare at this picture until your next visit
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zR2W0MjbbUQ/S6...ura%20Food.JPG
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zR2W0MjbbUQ/S6...ura%20Food.JPG
better have 2 or 3...
Jun 2, 2010, 8:31 am
#74
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Do they serve curry during the mornings in the JAL F Lounge? Last time I was only OW Sapphire and so the J lounge didn't have curry 
Though their mentaiko was awesome, but still I wanted to eat their curry.
Though their mentaiko was awesome, but still I wanted to eat their curry.
Jun 2, 2010, 3:25 pm
#75
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http://www.jal.co.jp/narita-t2/menu/food/
I kind of wish they have something other than BEEF curry....at least have a veggie version or chicken curry for those who don't eat beef...