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Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Seat Map (291 seats)

Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

6F · 58J · 227Y291 seats
Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map
Japan AirlinesJLDomestic

Boeing 787-8

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 6 first, 58 business and 227 economy seats.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

6F · 58J · 227Y
291seats
First 6
Business 58
Economy 227
Wi-Fi
Better
Panasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Panasonic eXConnect satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

First Suites
6 seats
Rows1 to 1
Width20.1"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreenRetractable 15.6" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Six Tangerine designed Jamco shell enclosed recliner seats in a 2-2-2 layout, each equipped with a massage function and sliding privacy dividing screen.

Class J
58 seats
Rows5 to 18
Pitch38"
Width18.7"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreenPivoting 11.6" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Fifty-eight Recaro CL3710 seats 7 abreast, in a 2-3-2 layout.

Economy
227 seats
Rows27 to 57
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline3"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen10.6" HD touch screen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)Wi-FiWi-FiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

227 Recaro CL3510 seats in a 3-3-3 layout equipped with an adjustable hammock style headrest and bottle holder.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map.

The best seat on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 is 01A. In Business, go for 05A or 05K; in Economy, 50A and 50K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 05A

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 05K

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 50A

    Window·Recommended

  • 50K

    Window·Recommended

  • 54A

    Window·Recommended

  • 54K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01A

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 01K

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 15A

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 16K

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 46A

    Window·Recommended

  • 46K

    Window·Recommended

Is the better cabin worth it?

Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.

SpecFirst SuitesClass JEconomy
Seats658227
PitchNot listed38"31"
Width20.1"18.7"17.1"
Recline8"8"3"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC
ScreenRetractable 15.6" HD touch screen displayPivoting 11.6" HD touchscreen display10.6" HD touch screen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)
Wi-FiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifiPanasonic eXConnect satellite wifi

Boeing 787-8 seat specifications: pitch, width and recline

What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.

Seat measurements

Row pitch

Row pitch

Distance from a point on one seat to the same point on the seat in the row ahead. A useful proxy for legroom.

Seat width

Seat width

Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.

Seat recline

Seat recline

How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.

In-seat amenities

  • Adjustable armrestAdjustable armrest
  • Adjustable headrestAdjustable headrest
  • Air ventAir vent
  • Seatback screenSeatback screen
  • Streaming to deviceStreaming to device
  • Wi-FiWi-Fi
  • Power outletPower outlet
  • USB portUSB port
  • Wireless chargingWireless charging
  • Bluetooth audioBluetooth audio
  • Privacy doorPrivacy door

Cabin features

  • GalleyGalley
  • LavatoryLavatory
  • Accessible lavatoryAccessible lavatory
  • Washlet lavatoryWashlet lavatory
  • Bar or loungeBar or lounge
  • Bassinet positionBassinet position
  • Prayer areaPrayer area
  • Snack stationSnack station
  • Service animal seatingService animal seating
  • Peanut-allergy seatingPeanut-allergy seating

Wi-Fi quality

Good

Steady enough for messaging and email.

Better

Comfortable browsing and light streaming.

Best

Fast enough for video calls and streaming.

Seat ratings

Recommended

Above average. A strong pick on this aircraft.

Caution

Some trade-offs worth weighing before you book.

Avoid

Below average, with known drawbacks to avoid.

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The 3 cabin layouts on this aircraft

This airline flies the same aircraft in more than one cabin layout. Here is what separates them, so you know which one you are looking at before you pick a seat.

30J · 176Y

Business
30J
Economy
176Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 30 business and 176 economy seats.

30J · 156Y

Business
30J
Economy
156Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 30 business and 156 economy seats.

6F · 58J · 227Y

First
6F
Business
58J
Economy
227Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 6 first, 58 business and 227 economy seats.

FAQ

Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map questions

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