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Kairi
Read more: KairiThe first time I booked this train, it got canceled the day before due to weather so I was excited to finally ride it and it did not disappoint. I chose the dining car which seats 24 with couples and bench seating. The food was excellent and paired very well with the lush landscape beyond…
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Koshino Shu*Kura
Read more: Koshino Shu*KuraIn which I almost got left behind. During the stop at Omigawa station, I got so caught up taking pictures, the train started to depart without me. I waved frantically at the operator and had to wait a minute while they verified that I am indeed a passenger, before opening the door to let me…
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Saphir Odoriko
Read more: Saphir OdorikoThe Izu peninsula is a popular tourist destination and the gorgeous Saphir Odoriko can take you there in elegant comfort. The Premium Green car leads the train and offers abundant views in all directions. Working in tandem with the windows, the seat even rotates so you can enjoy the lovely scenery without moving your head.…
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Sunrise Seto
Read more: Sunrise SetoThe Sunrise Seto is an overnight sleeper train that runs between Tokyo and Takamatsu. It is coupled with the Sunrise Izumo until Okayama where the latter runs to Izumoshi. It is the last remaining regularly scheduled overnight train in Japan. There are multiple berths to choose from. The nobinobi seats are included with the JR…
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Kagayaki Shinkansen
Read more: Kagayaki ShinkansenThe Kagayaki is a shinkansen serving Tokyo and Kanazawa. It offers a Gran class car which is the reason why I chose to take it. The Gran class is another tier above the Green class. One can consider it like first class on a flight. Car 12 is the designated Gran car and the exterior…