ANA Business Class: The Room Review
ANA's "The Room" is a business class product launched in 2019 on ANA's 777-300ER long-haul fleet. What makes The Room special: 96 cm of seat width (the widest business class seat in the industry), 1-1-1 configuration with full privacy doors, and Japanese-style attention to cabin detail.
Rating: 9.3/10 · Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER (select aircraft only)
Seat specifications
| Layout | 1-1-1 (yes, every seat is window or aisle with direct access) |
| Width | 96 cm (38 inches — widest business class seat in the industry) |
| Seat pitch | 48 inches (seat mode) |
| Bed length | 78 inches fully lie-flat |
| Privacy | Full sliding door plus privacy shutters between seats |
Service
ANA's omotenashi (hospitality) philosophy shapes the service. Pre-departure cold towels and drinks. Multi-course Japanese kaiseki-style option. English-speaking crew on international routes; impeccable timing and attention.
Dining
Japanese or Western menus. Kaiseki dinners feature seasonal ingredients; Western option has steak or salmon typically. Signature Japanese whisky, sake, and wine pairings. Mid-flight light meals available on-demand.
Entertainment
New generation seatback IFE with 24-inch screens. Noise-canceling headphones provided. Slower-than-competitors internet (ANA's inflight Wi-Fi is functional but lags behind Qatar's, Cathay's).
Amenities
- Nakamura Tome amenity kit
- ANA-branded pajamas (restocked on long flights)
- Full bed mattress and Japanese-style duvet
- Personal closet for hanging jackets/suits
Pros
- Widest business class seat in the industry at 96cm
- 1-1-1 means no middle seats; every suite has aisle access
- Japanese service quality is among the best in aviation
- The Room is on a smaller subset of ANA's fleet (more exclusive)
- Award bookable round-trip US-Japan at 85K ANA miles or 90K Virgin Atlantic
Cons
- Available only on ~10 specific 777-300ER aircraft (verify aircraft type when booking)
- Award round-trip only — no one-ways on ANA Mileage Club
- Japanese service style may feel too formal for some travelers
How to book with points
| Program | Point cost |
|---|---|
| ANA Mileage Club | 85,000 miles round-trip (off-peak) |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 90,000 miles round-trip US-Japan |
| Aeroplan | 75,000 miles one-way US-Japan |
| Turkish Miles&Smiles | 52,500 miles one-way |
FAQ
How do I know if my flight has The Room?
Check the aircraft type. The Room is on a specific subset of ANA's 777-300ER fleet. When booking, verify aircraft type (look for 777-300ER with 'The Room' or 'Premium' designation). ANA's website shows The Room availability via seat map icons.
Is ANA's The Room better than Qatar Qsuite?
Different strengths. Qsuite has Qatar's world-class service + broader route network + newer aircraft. The Room has the widest business class seat (96cm) and Japanese hospitality. Most reviewers rate Qsuite slightly higher overall, but The Room is closely competitive.
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