AIR Yoshinoya Authentic Beef Bowl to return to Japan Airlines - New Sweets in Business Class

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Traveling on Japan Airlines over the new couple of months? Passengers traveling in Economy and Premium Economy will get to enjoy the famous AIR Yoshinoya Authentic Beef Bowl on long-haul international flights between 01 September 2018 and 30 November 2018. Additionally, with effect from 01 September 2018, a new menu will be rolled out as four new chefs from RED U-35 are introduced.

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Photo Credit: Japan Airlines

Photo Credit: Japan Airlines

Passengers traveling in Business Class and First Class will be able to indulge in JAL's Original Chicken Curry that has been created by Hashimoto Restaurant, one-star restaurant in the 2018 Special Edition Michelin Guide for Kumamoto/Oita prefecture. Those in Business Class will also get to enjoy a brand new snack - the PRESS BUTTER SAND - at the self-service corner. This scrumptious cookie is filled with cream/caramel and is perfect for a mid-flight snack.

Photo Credit: Japan Airlines

Photo Credit: Japan Airlines

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