OREANDA-NEWS. September 10, 2012. ANA, Japan's leading carrier, announced today that the “Inspiration of Japan” service brand and products will be introduced to the Chicago=Narita route, operated with the Boeing 777-300ER, on Wednesday, October 31.

The newly fitted aircraft will introduce greatly enhanced First, Business, Premium Economy and Economy class cabin products and be operated on the Chicago service four to five times a week initially (otherwise operated by the conventional Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.)

*1 Please check the operation dates of the newly fitted Boeing 777-300ER at ANA SKY WEB prior to departure.

“ANA FIRST SQUARE” offers the ultimate luxury in space, privacy and comfort. The high-panel walls are furnished in contemporary wood tones on both the exterior and interior, creating the perfect room exclusively for our esteemed guests. A large adjustable table with an intricate wood finish adds a touch of elegance and sophistication. Passengers can enjoy a wide range of entertainment in their personal theater with the 23-inch LCD wide screen monitor.

With “ANA BUSINESS STAGGERED,” every Business class seat has aisle access with our perfectly staggered seat configuration. The seat reclines 180 degrees to become a fully flat bed. With the 17-inch LCD touch panel wide screen monitor, passengers can enjoy 160 programs of digital AVOD movies, video, music and games.

Our Premium Economy class seat has an increased seat width of 19.3 inches and boasts a 10.6 inch touch-panel monitor that enables you to select and view your program of choice with ease. Each seat is also furnished with a personal reading light, universal laptop power port, USB port, and an *2 iPod connector which all add to your comfort. Complimentary sparkling wine and soup in addition to regular Economy class meals are available.

Our Economy class is equipped with “Fixed-Back Shell” seats that feature a sliding headrest and adjustable footrest, ensuring passengers are able to relax without having their space invaded. All Economy class seats are equipped with the 10.6-inch monitor with lap top power port, *2 iPod connector and USB port to enjoy personal music and photos on board.

Developed in collaboration with TOTO, Jamco and Boeing, the high-tech warm-water “*3Washlets” (bidet-toilets) are equipped in the First and Business class cabins.

ANA is currently operating the newly fitted Boeing 777-300ER on New York/San Francisco/Los Angeles=Narita. Chicago will be the fourth ANA gateway to launch them in the United States.

To commemorate the introduction of “Inspiration of Japan,” ANA will host a showcasing event on Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. at The Westin O'Hare (6100 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018). There will be First, Business, Premium Economy and Economy class mock-up seats displayed, as well as a product presentation and Business class meal display.

Invited guests will include VIPs and travel agencies.

The Business and Premium Economy class mock-up seats will be also displayed from Friday, October 5, 2012 through Monday, October 8, 2012 at Mitsuwa Marketplace in Arlington Heights. It is open to the public, and everybody is welcome.