You can choose to upgrade to a paid in-flight meal menu (WASHOKU / International Cuisine) in Premium Economy Class and Economy Class on international flights departing from Japan.
The applicable meal will be the first meal service.
Offered from September 2025 to November 2025
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Seasonal appetizers |
Main dish |
Fruits |
WASHOKU
(Japanese Cuisine) |
Grape Tofu Salad
Teriyaki Chicken
Pickled Vegetables |
Broiled Eel Rice Bowl |
Fresh fruits |
| International Cuisine |
Sautéed Shrimp and Zucchini with Américaine Sauce
Roasted Duck Breast with Orange Sauce
Mushroom and Bacon Quiche |
Duck Confit with Mustard Sauce with Roasted Garlic |
Fresh fruits |
Offered from December 2025 to February 2026
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Seasonal appetizers |
Main dish |
Fruits |
WASHOKU
(Japanese Cuisine) |
Cucumber and Yuzu Radish
Crab and Vegetables (Sudachi Jelly)
Roasted Duck Breast with Soba Dumplings |
Broiled Eel Rice Bowl |
Fresh fruits |
| International Cuisine |
Seafood Marinade
Chicken Honey Mustard
Salmon and Spinach Quiche with Tomato Sauce |
Beef Cheek and Mushroom Stew
Served with Truffle Fettuccine |
Fresh fruits |
- All photos used are for illustrative purposes only.
Haagen-Dazs ice cream will be available as well as regular meals.
Menus for March 2026 and beyond will be announced in early February 2026.
JAL-operated long- and medium-haul flights* departing from Japan (Haneda/Narita)
- Europe, America, Australia, Southeast Asia routes excluding some late-night flights
North America
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| Route |
Flight Number |
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| San Francisco |
JL002, JL058 |
| Los Angeles |
JL016, JL062 |
| Seattle |
JL068 |
| San Diego |
JL066 |
| Chicago |
JL010 |
| Dallas |
JL012 |
| New York |
JL004, JL006 |
| Boston |
JL008 |
| Vancouver |
JL018 |
Europe
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| Route |
Flight Number |
|---|
| Moscow |
JL049 |
| London |
JL043 |
| Paris |
JL045 |
| Helsinki |
JL047 |
| Frankfurt |
JL407 |
Asia/Oceania
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| Route |
Flight Number |
|---|
| Bangkok |
JL031, JL707 |
| Singapore |
JL037, JL711 |
| Jakarta |
JL725, JL729 |
| Kuala Lumpur |
JL723 |
| Hanoi |
JL751 |
| Ho Chi Minh City |
JL759 |
| Sydney |
JL051 |
| Melbourne |
JL773 |
Service fee varies by region to purchase airline tickets.
- If you purchase in the other regions except for Japan and Canada, it will be paid in currency applicable to each region equivalent to the US dollar amount.
| Sales in Japan |
Sales in Canada |
Sales outside Japan and Canada |
|---|
| JPY3,000 |
CAD30 |
US$30 |
- Per passenger/Per segment
- The fee for children is the same as for adults.
- The number of services sold is limited.
Passengers who meet the following conditions
JAL international tickets (Ticket numbers starting with 131)
Economy class or Premium Economy Class
- This service is not applicable to certain fares such as Group inclusive tour fares.
- There may be cases where the inclusive tour purchased at the travel agent is not eligible for this service.
How to apply for the service
25 hours prior to international flight departure (local time)
You can purchase the Paid Exclusive Meal at the same time when you purchase an international airline ticket on JAL website, or you can purchase it from "Manage Booking" function on JAL website.
To apply, please see the information below.
- This service is not for sale at Check-in counters.
- In case you use an award ticket, please purchase the service from the "Manage Booking" page on JAL website.
- If you make a reservation only, this service cannot be purchased. Please make your purchase using the "Manage Booking" function on JAL website after ticket purchase.
- Passengers who purchase or change airline tickets at other than JAL website and who meet following condition cannot purchase this service at JAL website.
As there are conditions other than those listed below, please contact the JAL Contact Center if you would like to purchase it.
- In case passenger purchased ticket in a country other than the country where they commence the travel.
Example: Purchase ticket departing from Japan at the JAL Contact Center in America.
- In case passenger changed their ticket in a country other than the country where they commence the travel.
Example: Change ticket departing from United Kingdom at ticketing counter in Thailand.
If you would like to reserve and purchase a ticket, please see this section
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Choose the flight you want to reserve.
STEP2
Select "Paid Exclusive Meal"
Select Paid Exclusive Meal on "Service Selection" screen.
Confirm the reservation on the "Confirmation" screen, and purchase ticket and Paid Exclusive Meal together.
- If you hold the reservation without purchasing, the Paid Exclusive Meal will be cancelled.
A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.
If you have already purchased a ticket, please see this section
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STEP1
Go to the "Manage Booking" function on JAL website
Click the "Services (seats, inflight meals, optional extras)" button on the "Reservation detail" screen.
STEP2
Select "Paid Exclusive Meal"
Select Paid Exclusive Meal on "Service Selection" screen.
Confirm on the "Confirmation" screen, and purchase Paid Exclusive Meal.
- If the payment is not completed, the reservation of Paid Exclusive Meal will be cancelled in a few hours.
A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.
Changes and Refunds (Voluntary) *25 hours prior to international flight departure (local time)
Purchases until December 18, 2025
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Change paid inflight meal menu on the same flight
Change to a different paid inflight meal menu (WASHOKU or International Cuisine)
Please select and rebuy the menu of your choice on the JAL website.
The fee for the previous selection will be refunded. Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
Change to a meal other than paid inflight meal menu
Please change the menu of your choice on the JAL website.
The fee for the previous selection will be refunded. Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
Flight change on JAL website
Please access JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service.
Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
Flight change at the JAL Contact Center
In case there is no sector change
Paid Exclusive Meal can be served.
Service fee is refundable if the service is not available for new flight or if passenger does not request an arrangement.
In case there is sector change
Service fee is refundable.
Please visit JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service and quantities of sales.
Upgrades with miles or additional payment
Service fee is refundable.
Please request the refund to the JAL Contact Center, in case you apply for the upgrade service through JAL website or at the airport on the date of your flight.
In case upgrade from Premium Economy class or Economy class to Business class
Service fee is refundable.
In case upgrade from Economy class to Premium Economy class
Please visit JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service and quantities of sales.
Service fee is refundable.
Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
- Refund validity: 1 year and 30 days from the date of purchase.
- To passengers who purchased your JAL ticket from travel agent :
If you are changing or cancelling your flight, please contact the travel agent.
In regards to Paid Exclusive Meal or refund of the fee, please contact the JAL Contact Center.
Purchases from December 19, 2025
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Change paid inflight meal menu on the same flight
Change to a different paid inflight meal menu (WASHOKU or International Cuisine)
Please select and rebuy the menu of your choice on the JAL website.
The fee for the previous selection will be refunded. Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
Change to a meal other than paid inflight meal menu
Please change the menu of your choice on the JAL website.
However, please be reminded that the fee is non-refundable.
- The paid inflight meal menus are provided on this page.
- Once it is selected, there will be no refund for any paid inflight meals because of the menu items.
Flight change on JAL website
Please access JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service.
Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
Flight change at the JAL Contact Center
In case there is no sector change
Paid Exclusive Meal can be served.
Service fee is refundable if the service is not available for new flight or if passenger does not request an arrangement.
In case there is sector change
Service fee is refundable.
Please visit JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service and quantities of sales.
Upgrades with miles or additional payment
Service fee is refundable.
Please request the refund to the JAL Contact Center, in case you apply for the upgrade service through JAL website or at the airport on the date of your flight.
In case upgrade from Premium Economy class or Economy class to Business class
Service fee is refundable.
In case upgrade from Economy class to Premium Economy class
Please visit JAL website and purchase the service again, in case a new flight is applicable for this service and quantities of sales.
After purchase, refunds for Paid Exclusive Meals are not accepted unless there is a flight change (except when changing between WASHOKU and International Cuisine).
If you request refund for JAL ticket, the fee for Paid Exclusive Meal is refundable. Please contact the JAL Contact Center for the refund.
- Refund validity: 1 year and 30 days from the date of purchase.
- To passengers who purchased your JAL ticket from travel agent: If you are changing or cancelling your flight, please contact the travel agent.
In regards to Paid Exclusive Meal or refund of the fee, please contact the JAL Contact Center.
Changes and Refunds (Involuntary reasons other than passenger convenience)
Important notes for attention in case of changes in flight reservations due to reasons other than the passenger's convenience.
Passengers who purchased tickets through JAL
We will rearrange this service whenever possible.
If the re-arrangement is made by JAL, no further process is needed by the passenger.
Please note depending on the alternative flight, the service may not be rebooked. In such occasions, the service fee paid will be refunded.
Please be sure to check your service re-arrangement status on the reservation details page before boarding.
How to check services on the JAL website
If this service has been rearranged, it will be indicated in the flight information field on the reservation details screen.
Please check the status of service rearrangement at latest by one day before departure.
If you request refund for JAL ticket
The fee for this service will also be refunded.
Passengers who purchased JAL ticket from travel agent
We will rearrange this service whenever possible.
Please note depending on the alternative flight, the service may not be rearranged. In such occasions, the service fee paid will be refunded.
Re-arrangement status can be checked from the reservation details screen on the JAL ｗebsite.
How to check services on the JAL website
However, the re-arrangement status of this service must be confirmed in the following cases. Please contact the JAL Contact Center at latest by one day before departure after rearranging your ticket at travel agency.
- When flight change involves route change
- If the flight is rearranged by travel agency
- If changes in cabin class occurs
If you request refund for JAL ticket
If you request refund for JAL ticket, please contact your travel agent.
However, please contact the JAL Contact Center for a refund of the fee for this service, as the travel agent is unable to do so.
- Refund application period: Within 1 year and 30 days from the date of purchase.
Precautions for using the service (Please read carefully)
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- The fee is ineligible for mileage and FLY ON point accrual.
- Paid Exclusive Meal is not for sale at airports and during the flight.
- The number of Paid Exclusive Meal that can be reserved is limited.
- The service is prohibited to be transferred.
FAQ
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Do you have the menu for children?
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You can purchase for children, but the menu is as same as for adults.
Can I have original inflight meal addition to Paid Exclusive Meal?
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You cannot have two type of the meal. Paid Exclusive Meal replaces original inflight meal.
Are there any special meal menus for Paid Exclusive Meal other than WASHOKU and International Cuisine?
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You can choose from two types of Paid Exclusive Meal: WASHOKU and International Cuisine. If you would like to have a special meal, please see the "Special Inflight Meals" page on our website.
Can I apply for both WASHOKU and International Cuisine?
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You can only apply for one meal.
I purchased a Paid Exclusive Meal, can I transfer it to my family member or friend inflight?
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In principle, meals are served to those who have made reservations.
