American Express is firmly planting its flag in the Land of the Rising Sun with the opening of its newest Centurion Lounge at Tokyo-Haneda Airport (HND), marking Amex’s first-ever Centurion Lounge in Japan – and its 30th worldwide.
Located in Terminal 3 on level four (near gate 114), the nearly 7,500-square-foot lounge blends Amex’s signature style with distinctly Japanese touches: Expect everything from curated art installations and traditional crafts to a sweets bar inspired by Japan’s snack culture.
Travelers will find plenty of familiar Centurion Lounge amenities here – workspaces, private phone booths, premium shower suites – along with some standout local additions. Michelin-starred Chef Satoshi Ogino curated a lounge menu featuring sushi, ramen, Japanese-inspired small plates and a full bar stocked with sake, shochu, and cocktails.
One especially unique feature? Private meditation booths equipped with a curated audio program to help travelers relax before takeoff – a first for any Centurion Lounge.
The design leans heavily into Japanese craftsmanship, anchored by the indigo hues of “Japan Blue,” hand-carved woodwork, and custom art from Japanese artists. That includes a reimagining of the American Express bulldog, Sir Charles Frosty Blue, as a guardian statue seen at Japanese shrines.
Amex's invite-only Centurion Cardmembers even get access to a VIP area featuring elevated yet comfortable furnishings and finishes, including Kumiko-style woodwork, a private beverage station, and a curated display of Japanese artwork and photography that captures scenes from the country’s lively festival culture.
So why Tokyo? Well, it's one of the biggest cities in the world for starters. But beyond that, Japan's rich culture has long made it a popular destination for travelers looking for a taste of Asia.
“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,” said Audrey Hendley, President, American Express Travel.
With record interest in travel to Japan, Amex is clearly betting this new space will be a hit – and it won’t be the last expansion. Lounges in Salt Lake City (SLC), Newark (EWR), and Amsterdam (AMS) are also on the horizon.
Only time will tell if this lounge will be plagued with the same overcrowding that's become commonplace at other Amex lounges – at just under 7,500 square feet, it's definitely on the smaller side. While there will likely be fewer travelers passing through Tokyo with *amex platinum* in their wallets, Amex has a surprisingly robust line-up of cards available exclusively in Japan that will also grant access.
The lounge will be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
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How to Get In
Getting into the new Centurion Lounge in Tokyo will look similar to other Amex lounges. Simply show your *amex platinum*, *biz platinum*, or American Express Centurion Card (invite-only), a boarding pass, and an ID.
Guests cost $50 apiece (or $30 for minors) unless you charge a whopping $75,000 per year to your Amex Platinum Card.
You can also get into Amex Centurion Lounges with the top-tier *delta reserve card*, but there's a hitch: You have to be flying Delta that day – and you must have paid for your ticket with your Reserve Card, too. And if you're accessing with a Delta Reserve Card, you might even be better off dropping by the impressive Delta Sky Club® at Tokyo Haneda instead.
Read our full guide to Amex Centurion Lounges!
Bottom Line
American Express's newest Centurion Lounge at Tokyo-Haneda airport is now open. This is the bank's first lounge in Japan and the 30th worldwide. You can get in with an Amex Platinum and Business Platinum Card, as well as the international versions.
At just under 7,500 square feet the lounge is on the smaller side, but the design and amenities should make it a comfortable place for travelers to relax before a long flight back to the U.S.
Featured image courtesy of American Express
