This award availability is for travel on July 10, 2026, departing from LAX to Tokyo Narita. At 110,000 miles, you're saving around 30,000 miles compared to the ~140,000 miles United typically charges for business class on this transpacific route. The $6 in taxes keeps out-of-pocket costs minimal.
July is peak summer travel season for families heading to Japan, which makes finding any business class availability notable. With only 5 seats showing, this works for a couple or a small family, but larger groups will need to search for additional dates.
One practical tip: if you're short on MileagePlus miles, United allows you to combine miles with cash or transfer points from Chase Ultimate Rewards at a 1:1 ratio. Just make sure your miles are in your account before attempting to book, as award space at this price can disappear quickly.
How to book
Search for award availability and book directly through United at united.com/en/us/book-flight/united-awards/search