The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC January competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 23: Japan Line flies to orient, “no-frills”

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A clue to PLAIN-JANE.
4 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Better without 'flies' in my view.
2.Since there is nothing called Japan Line, appears contrived, though the technical part works and the idea is good
3."to orient" is unnecessary
4.Lovely concise clue.