Lufthansa Group Marks 55 Years of Bridging Osaka and Germany

The Lufthansa Group is celebrating a significant milestone this year, marking 55 years of continuous air service between Germany and Japan's Kansai region, home to cultural and historical hubs like Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Kobe. This long-standing connection, initiated in 1969, has not only facilitated cultural exchanges but also bolstered economic ties between the two regions.

In recent developments, Lufthansa has made a notable enhancement to its customer service by reintroducing Japanese catering across all cabins on flights linking Japan and Germany. Similarly, SWISS, a member of the Lufthansa Group, has started offering Japanese cuisine in Business Class on flights between Switzerland and Tokyo, further catering to the culinary preferences of its passengers.

The Lufthansa Group's network currently boasts 31 weekly flights connecting major Japanese airports—Haneda, Narita, and Osaka—with Germany, emphasizing its commitment to the Japanese market. The upcoming summer schedule will witness a significant boost in flights from Munich to Kansai International Airport, aligning with the anticipation of Expo'25 in the Kansai area. Larry Ryan, Senior Director Sales for Japan and South Korea at Lufthansa, expressed enthusiasm for the daily operations between Kansai and Munich, highlighting the convenience it brings to travelers aiming to connect across Europe.

As Lufthansa Group commemorates this 55-year legacy, the focus remains on enhancing connectivity and customer experience, ensuring that the bridge between Osaka and Germany continues to flourish for years to come. This enduring partnership exemplifies how strategic international connections contribute to mutual growth and understanding, setting a precedent for future collaborations in the aviation sector.