American Express is set to open a new Centurion Lounge at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, the busiest airport in Japan and one of the busiest airports in the world.
At nearly 7,500 square feet, The Centurion Lounge at HND will feature luxury amenities and several areas for travellers to work, relax and recharge before boarding their flights, including:
The new lounge in Tokyo features locally sourced decor and artwork that celebrates Japanese philosophy, craftsmanship, and artistry, a live, open kitchen where guests can watch the chefs cook, a buffet offering a variety of Japanese and Western food and beverages, a dedicated sweets bar nodding to Japan’s snack culture, and private phone rooms that are also equipped with a curated audio program for meditation.
Located in Haneda’s Terminal 3 near Gate 114, guests can also enjoy sweeping views of the airfield while they rest and refuel before their flights.
Designed by OnBrand, American Express’s in-house creative agency, the lounge is inspired by the philosophy, craftsmanship, and artistry of Japanese culture and “Japan Blue.” Produced by the Japanese dyeing technique of Aizome, “Japan Blue” is a deep indigo hue that represents tranquillity and stability and is ubiquitous in Japanese art, architecture and fashion. The colour is woven throughout the lounge and complemented by natural materials and textures, including slatted wood, stone, and subtle walnut and black ash accents.
The bar features elegant Uroko ceramic tiles and a dramatic ceiling canopy, while an Edo-Kiriko-inspired custom chandelier hangs in the main seating area, and locally inspired textiles and wall coverings and commissioned artworks from several local artists can also be found.
In addition to a special lounge menu by chef Satoshi Ogino, who has helmed the kitchens of several Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo, and which showcases local flavours in his signature style, the kitchen will also offer Japanese favourites, including sushi and ramen, and a buffet will serve both local and global cuisine.
A full bar will offer a premium menu of wine, locally inspired cocktails, and a selection of Japanese beers, sake, and shochu, while a dedicated sweets bar will feature a selection of teas and traditional Japanese Wagashi sweets, plus a rotating menu of additional treats.
The Centurion Lounge at HND marks the 30th to open worldwide and the 4th to open in Asia, joining lounges at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, Hong Kong International Airport in Hong Kong, and Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai.
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