Japan's Cruise Train Is A Luxury Hotel On Rails

The design looks more like an upscale hotel
than an Amtrak car

Contributed by Colin Lecher

Japan is already a global leader in train technology, so it would only follow

 that they'd be lapping the rest of the world in train design, too. Already, the 

country has produced gorgeous fleets of luxury trains with chic, retro stylings.

Now, Japan's JR East railway company has commissioned a new luxury train,

 the Cruise Train, which will be a way for Japanese one-percenters to check out

 the country in style. The opulent transport cost about $50 million. 

All images courtesy of the East Japan Railway Company. 

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  The last car gives a beautiful view of the area through glass.
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  In the high-end suites, there are complete beds and a loft.
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  The split-level high-end suites are even more lavish.
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  The suites are cavernous compared to most train compartments.
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  The standard suites come complete with bathroom and fold-out sofa beds.
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  Passengers can enjoy a meal while the train speeds through the country.
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  Designated dining areas are more like romantic restaurants than the usual food cars.
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  The lounge space comes with a view, too.
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  A central lounge area gives passengers the opportunity to meet and chat.
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  The Cruise Train is a modern take on some of Japan's more vintage lines.