ANA presents routes for new Pokémon-themed aircraft

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced the first commercial routes for its new Boeing 787-9 ‘Pikachu Jet NH’, featuring a colorful livery depicting the characters of the Pokémon universe.

The aircraft will operate the route between Tokyo Haneda airport (HND) and Bangkok (BKK) starting June 4, 2023. Passengers will also be greeted by cabin attendants wearing Pikachu-themed aprons, as well as various other elements throughout the cabin inspired by the fictional character.

ANA has a long tradition of Pokémon-themed aircraft and has previously decorated at least ten other jets in this fashion. The airline has also created families of specially liveried aircraft, including a Star Wars series and a trio of Honu A380 aircraft painted like Hawaiian sea turtles.