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The Centurion® Lounge by American Express has been making lots of exciting announcements lately. Last week, I wrote about the first lounge operated by American Express opening at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Earlier today, I covered the new express concept that Amex is debuting called “Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge.” Tomorrow, will see the debut of the latest international lounge at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND).
This lounge will be the 30th Centurion® Lounge globally and the fourth in Asia. Other locations include Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), and Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM). It will be a smaller space that measures 7,352 square feet and seating for 122 guests. The Centurion® Lounge is located near Gate 114 on the 4th floor (one level above the concourse) in Terminal 3. It’s housed near the Cathay Pacific Lounge, Delta Sky Club®, and Japan Airlines Business Class Lounges.
An open kitchen will allow guests to watch the chefs cook food for a buffet that offers both Japanese and Western food and beverages. Chef Satoshi Ogino created a menu that offers sushi, ramen, and other Japanese dishes. Nearby, a dedicated sweets bar gives a nod to Japan’s snack culture with Japanese Wagashi and other desserts.
Other amenities include an outdoor terrace, private phone booths, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and space to work and relax.
Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel, said:
The Centurion® Lounge at Haneda Airport celebrates Japanese culture, featuring custom artwork, an exciting menu that showcases the flavors of Tokyo, and my personal favorite – private meditation booths to help you recharge and find some calm before your flight. We’ve seen incredible demand for travel to Japan, it is one of the destinations where we’ve seen the highest growth recently. We look forward to showcasing the impeccable service Centurion® Lounges are known for in a destination we know is so important to our Card Members.”
Yasuhiro Sudo, Senior Vice President, Japan Country Manager at American Express, added:
Long awaited by our eligible Card Members, we are thrilled to open Japan’s first Centurion Lounge at Haneda Airport. We look forward to providing a best-in-class experience with high-quality meals, a wonderful atmosphere, and local charm to eligible Japanese Card Members and eligible Card Members from all over the world. We are committed to delivering the exceptional customer experience American Express proudly offers and is known for.”
Anthony’s Take: This space looks beautiful. I’m happy to see Amex continue to open lounges. I just hope it doesn’t get too overcrowded given its small size.
(Image Credits: American Express.)
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Is Benihana doing the catering for the lounge?