New luxury sleeper train offers panoramic views
TOKYO - East Japan Railway Co. is due to start operations of the new Train Suite Shiki-Shima luxury sleeper train on Monday.
East Japan Railway Co. is due to start operations of the new Train Suite Shiki-Shima luxury sleeper train on Monday.
Its two panoramic view cars sport glass paneling on their fronts, ceilings and sides to offer passengers an up-close view of the expansive nature in Hokkaido and the Tohoku and Koshinetsu regions, where the train will run.
The cars’ interior walls are bright white and the carpet is light green to capture the feel of spring.
“I want visitors to enjoy a panoramic view of the seasons,” said crew member Ayako Eto, 37.
The dishes on the train will be changed seasonally, and will include ingredients such as wagyu Japanese beef and vegetables raised in areas along the railway route.
JR East plans to offer services similar to luxury hotels to improve the image of areas along the railroad and attract tourists. Tickets for trips departing from this May to March 2018 have already sold out.
The 10-car train accommodates 34 passengers.
