How the Sorachika Route Works to Efficiently Accumulate Miles

For land milers, direct transfers of reward points to airline miles is a rookie mistake. Historically, the “Sorachika Route” was the gold standard for high-rate transfers. We explain why direct transfers hurt and map out today’s best replacement routes (e.g. JQ Mizuho Route).

The Loss of Direct Transfers

Directly exchanging points from a reward site to ANA or JAL miles usually yields a mediocre 50% conversion rate (e.g. 10,000 points = 5,000 miles). By utilizing smart hub routes, you can boost this rate to 70% to 75%+.

The Leading JQ Mizuho Route (70% Yield)

Route your point balances through the following loyalty networks to maximize ANA miles:

1. Reward Sites (Moppy, etc.)
2. T-Points / V-Points
3. JR Kyupo
4. Saison Permanent Points (永久不滅ポイント) (requires Mizuho Mileage Club Card/ANA)
5. ANA Miles (70% final yield)

This fee-free transfer route is essential for any serious flyer.