JAL 787-800 Economy in 5 Pictures

As I continue to edit the hundreds of pictures from my trip to Asia, I will continue to provide the 5 pictures posts to hold you all over until the full reviews are published.  The 5 pictures posts provided are only of airplanes because it is what a majority of are interested in.  The next airplane I experienced was a Japan Airlines’ 787-800. The segment was from Tokyo-Narita to Bangkok.

I had some time to waste at Narita so I grabbed some sushi (which is a must do during a layover at Narita) and a quick shower at the NAA Dayroom. It was not too long before I made the journey to my departing gate where the 787-800 was waiting.

Japan Airlines 787-800 Tokyo to Bangkok

An upgrade to Premium Economy was not available for purchase due to the regional flight being completely booked, which ended up being a major bummer.  I was lucky to get an aisle near the back of the economy cabin though.  The cabin was definitely more outdated than the previous 787.

Japan Airlines 787-800 Tokyo to Bangkok
Japan Airlines 787-800 Economy Seat

I was not offered an amenity kit on this flight.  There was a pillow, blanket, and headphones waiting at the seat.  The blanket and pillow are in the picture above, while the headphones are below. There was no way I was using those headphones, they were waiting at the seat and not wrapped in plastic.

Japan Airlines 787-800 Tokyo to Bangkok

A short time after takeoff, the dinner service started.  I had salmon for the third meal on Japan Airlines that day.  It was served on one tray, much like the previous flight.

Japan Airlines 787-800 Tokyo to Bangkok
Japan Airlines 787-800 Economy Meal

In addition to the cabin being completely booked, the legroom left a lot to be desired.  I could not stretch out during the flight. When the person in front of me reclined their seat, the inflight entertainment screen was almost in my chest.

Japan Airlines 787-800 Tokyo to Bangkok
Japan Airlines 787-800 Economy Leg Room

The first leg of the trip was awesome, but this segment was a vastly different experience.  Thanks for following along on my journeys, please check back for the full trip report.

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