All Nippon Airways (ANA) has started operations today, December 2nd, of the newly renovated “ANA SUITE CHECK-IN” counter for ANA Mileage Club Diamond members at Haneda Airport’s domestic terminal.
The counter, which originally opened in October 2010, had been facing issues due to its aging security equipment and regular crowding. Initially, the trend was to visit the counter and then undergo a security inspection, but changes in boarding styles among other reasons led to the decision to renew. The existing facilities have been closed and renewed to cater to customers.
Near the entrance of the facilities, ceramic tiles made from recycled parts of broken or chipped in-flight meal dishes are installed. These hexagonal tiles measure up to approximately 78.5 mm by 1,500 mm. The “ANA PREMIUM CHECK-IN” logo is made of stainless steel.
Incorporating traditional Japanese aesthetic, the counter walls are finished with plastering, a technique registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The walls were crafted over 3-4 days and left to dry for two days. The number of counters has been increased by three to total six, with a universal design low counter also available.
The general security inspection area now incorporates smart lanes, eliminating the need to remove laptops and liquids from luggage, thus enabling smoother passage through security checks. The facility spans about 14 meters in length, with its processing capability tripled from before.
The “ANA PREMIUM CHECK-IN” for ANA Mileage Club elite members and premium class passengers will open on the north side on December 18th, and on the south side by next summer.
