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America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East and improving our domestic feeder network so that we can continue to consolidate our advantages.
What opportunities or challenges do US–Japan Open Skies offer Narita? The US–Japan Open Skies agreement signed in October 2010 freed up civil aviation relations between the two countries and was very signifi cant for Narita Airport. This is particularly so in view of the fact that the three major alliance member airlines, United (Star Alliance), Delta (SkyTeam) and American (oneworld), have established hubs at Narita. Along with the Open Skies agreement, the joint application for antitrust immunity (ATI) on the Japan–US route by the three Star alliance members, All Nippon Airways, United Airlines and Continental Airlines, was granted. The oneworld members Japan Airlines and American Airlines were also granted approval for their joint ATI application. This means that the airlines are free to launch joint operations on the Pacifi c routes and will be able to provide better services, fares and operating schedules. Consequently, Narita will be able to offer greater convenience for its customers, respond to more diverse needs and enhance its standing for Japan–US services. As Open Skies agreements allow airlines to select an airport, Narita Airport intends to become heavily involved in promotion and marketing activities in order to allow us to become the airport of choice for a diverse range of airline clients.
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What was the oneworld relocation experience like from the airport’s point of view? We are now able to offer convenient connections for our users by consolidating the alliance members under the one roof, with Star Alliance in the South Wing in Terminal 1, SkyTeam in the North Wing and oneworld in Terminal 2. Japan Airlines and American Airlines began joint operations in April 2011 after getting approval for their ATI application on the Japan–US routes. They have introduced measures to improve customer convenience, such as expanding discount fares through fare standardisation, providing optimal flights and implementing joint marketing and service schemes.
Narita recently announced its intention to build a new low-cost terminal. Which airlines is this aimed at and how will it complement your existing network and services? Asia’s LCCs will probably play an important role in the growth of the aviation industry in East Asia, which is considered to potentially be the centre of the global economy. LCCs have also begun to explore diverse business models in order to meet changes in their business climate and Narita Airport wants to be able to respond accurately to these rapidly growing carriers’ needs. We are now considering the construction of a dedicated terminal for business jets, with the objective of becoming a multi-function airport that is able to meet a vast array of needs, including those of LCCs and network carriers.
How did you start your career in the airport or aviation industry? I felt that the aviation industry would play a large role in the internationalisation of Japan, which is an island nation. So I decided to join the airport business, which has stronger public characteristics than joining an airline, which tends to pursue its own interests.
What is it like living in Tokyo? Tokyo’s cultural standards are comparable to those of Paris, in terms of traditional culture, contemporary food culture and sophistication, while its economic strength is like that of London and New York. No other city in the world is a match for its cleanliness, meticulous attention to detail and manners. Simply put, it’s great to live in Tokyo.
Who is your business ‘hero’? In my immediate surroundings, that would be Mr Nakamura, senior executive advisor and former president & CEO, who is my mentor; Mr Kobori, senior executive vice president, who is a very talented boss; and Mr Morinaka, current president & CEO, who is one of Japan’s leading international businessmen. I also look up to Jack Welch and Peter Drucker as my heroes.
What was the best advice you ever received?
Those with little wisdom leave behind wealth, those with some wisdom leave behind enterprise and those with much wisdom leave behind people.
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