Japan Airlines (JAL) and Sumitomo Corporation have launched a trial of an ‘Any Wear, Anywhere’ clothing sharing service for tourists and business travellers to Japan who use JAL-operated flights. The aim is “to provide travel experiences involving less luggage and visualise environmental value”.
The concept of the service is, therefore, to provide a travel experience with minimal luggage by offering clothing rentals at the destination, thereby creating environmental value. By expanding the use of the service, JAL aims to create an environment where travellers can use local options for all aspects of their clothing, food, and accommodation, transforming travel and business trips into more sustainable experiences.
In providing the service, Sumitomo Corporation will be responsible for developing the reservation system, as well as for the procurement, laundering and delivery of clothes. All clothing items available for rent will be obtained from excess stock of apparel and pre-owned clothing, thereby promoting the concept of a circular economy. JAL will monitor changes in passengers’ checked-in baggage weight and verify the reduction effect of carbon dioxide emissions by reduced airplane weight due to use of the service.
The trial is schedule to be complete on 31 August 2024.
