All Nippon Airways (ANA) will begin operating the special “Chiikawa Jet” aircraft, featuring a tie-up with Chiikawa, from October 19. The aircraft is a Boeing 767-300ER, registered as JA609A.
The inaugural flight will be NH661 from Tokyo/Haneda to Nagasaki on the same day, with the return flight NH664 from Nagasaki to Tokyo/Haneda also operated by the aircraft. It will subsequently be deployed on ANA’s domestic routes.
The “Chiikawa Jet” features eight characters, including Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi. Surrounding the characters are motifs that can be seen throughout the four seasons in various parts of Japan. The cabin’s headrest covers depict the Chiikawa characters appearing on the aircraft. Limited-edition cups, available for both hot and cold beverages, feature Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi. Both items are available in Economy Class, although the headrest covers may not be taken home. In addition, specially designed collaboration merchandise featuring the Chiikawa characters wearing ANA uniforms is scheduled to be introduced.
