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REAP THE REWARDS
Founded in Seatt le, Washington, more than 85 years ago by a group
of visionary aviation pioneers, Alaska Airlines has grown from a West
Coast favorite to a renowned carrier that ferries more than 46 million
passengers a year to over 115 destinations. Along with comfortable,
Wi-Fi-equipped cabins, passengers enjoy free in-fl ight texting and
more than 600 movies and TV shows on most fl ights through Alaska
Beyond™ Entertainment.
Frequent fl iers can take advantage of the Alaska Airlines Mileage
Plan™ ranked #1 Best Airline Rewards Program by U.S. News & World
Report for 2018–19. Th e plan rewards members with one mile for every
mile fl own on Alaska Airlines, no matt er the ticket price, and members
can earn more miles through shopping, dining, car rentals, and hotel
stays. Elite status starts at just 20,000 miles, bringing benefi ts like two
free checked bags, preferred seating, and priority check-in and boarding.THE WORLD AWAITS
Beyond domestic borders, Mileage Plan members can earn and redeem
miles with a worldwide network of Alaska Global Partners including
fi ve-star carrier Japan Airlines ( JAL). If Tokyo beckons, JAL off ers
nonstop service to the city’s two international airports from several
U.S. gateways, including Los Angeles, San Diego, Seatt le, San Francisco,
Dallas–Fort Worth, Chicago, New York, and Boston. En route, savor
gourmet meals and kick back in JAL Business Class with fully fl at seats
topped with designer bedding.
Pro Tip: Mileage Plan members get free stopovers on reward-
redeemed fl ights booked with global partners, lett ing you combine two
destinations in one trip. For a foodie adventure, fl y JAL to Tokyo and
taste your way through the city then continue on to another culinary© 2019 MEREDITH CORPORATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.hot spot like Singapore.
+Foodie walking toursin
Tokyo range from general to
specialized, focusing on sushi,
sake, or just desserts. Sign
up for at least one for some
insight into Japan’s culinary
culture, and learn some basics
on local customs, specialties,
and chopstick etiquette.+ Visit the legendary Tsujiki
Outer Market in the morning,
then enjoy breakfast culled
from the surrounding stands
and tiny restaurants. Make like
a local and try grilled salmon,
sea urchin, fresh shrimp, and
beef intestine stew.+ Try your hand at cooking
your own okonomiyaki, a
savory grilled pancake (and
Osaka specialty) topped with
eggs and mayo.+ Indulge your sweet tooth
with sesame-seed ice cream
from Eddy's Ice Cream inShibuya or frozen popcorn
from street vendors in
Harajuku.+ Join the locals in sipping
sake or savory local brews
in the tiny bars of the Shinjuku
district.+ Opt for the omakase
menu in a sushi restaurant.
Both high-end eateries and
neighborhood favorites off er
this chef ’s choice option.+ Slurp your way through a
bowl of ramen at one of the
shops on Ramen Street
underneath Tokyo Station.+ Try to score one of the most
coveted tables in town at
spots like Sukiyabashi Jiro
(featured in the documentary
Jiro Dreams of Sushi),
Ningyocho Imahan (known
for its Wagyu beef ), and Toriki
(famous for its skewers).An Endless FeastThe closest Asian destination to the U.S. West Coast,
Tokyo is a vibrant, buzzing metropolis packed with
cultural attractions, trendy shopping, nonstop
nightlife—and unforgettable cuisine. From
Michelin-starred dining to late-night ramen houses,
you’ll fi nd something to satisfy every craving.
Try can’t-miss culinary experiences like these.See where Alaska Airlines and its partners can
take you at alaskaair.com/globalpartners.