Shinkansen to introduce luxury private rooms on Tokyo-Osaka-Hakata route by 2026


The new seats, to be installed on some N700S trains, will enhance the travel experience, surpassing the already premium 'green car' seats. - The Japan Times/ANN

TOKYO: Starting in fiscal 2026, Central Japan Railway Co will offer special seats in dedicated rooms on Shinkansen bullet trains linking Tokyo, Osaka and Hakata, catering to growing demand for luxury and privacy on rail journeys.

The company plans to install two private rooms per bullet train, equipped with reclining seats with footrests. Passengers will have access to Wi-Fi and can adjust settings such as lighting, air conditioning and audio to their preference, Kyodo News Agency reported.

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