Monday 31 October 2016
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Japan: The world’s fastest art experience – the Genbi Shinkansen

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Modern art created by prominent artists especially for the GENBI SHINKANSEN is on exhibit in each car. Additionally, the train features a café that serves Tsubame Coffee, a popular beverage from Tsubame-Sanjo, and desserts made from carefully selected local ingredients under the supervision of Chef Romi Igarashi from romi-unie.

Other attractive onboard features include a playroom where kids can interact with modern art first hand, and train windows offering beautiful panoramas along the route.

A unique journey of art appreciation on the Shinkansen, this is an experience not to be missed.

(Source: JR East)

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