Air hostess in Sneakers!

They walk miles every shift, serve hundreds of passengers, and handle emergencies at 30,000 feet. The least you can do is let them wear comfortable shoes. Japan Airlines officially allowed cabin crew and airport staff to wear sneakers on duty starting November 13, 2025. The policy applies to flight attendants across six JAL Group airlines and approximately 14,000 ground staff at 96 airports worldwide. Previously, staff were limited to black leather shoes, heels, or pumps. The decision came after years of employee feedback about the physical toll of long shifts on their feet. Staff must provide their own plain black sneakers. Platform styles are not permitted. One employee said the change would help create an environment where people can work long term while taking care of their health. The shift is part of a broader trend. KLM, Finnair, SAS, and Iberia already allow sneakers. Japan's #KuToo movement, which campaigned against mandatory heels in the workplace, helped push the conversation forward nationwide.