as you've probably already guessed today we'll be talking about the famous nanasubushi
and why it is rapidly becoming the best excursion train in kyushu
first of all you should know that it wasn't just named the seven stars on a whim
the name reflects both the seven prefectures of kyushu as well as the fact that the train
is just seven cars long and seats just 28 people talking about pleasing symmetry
anyway while the train officially started chugging along on the 15th of october 2013 it
is more popular than it has ever been before due to the resurgence of luxury travel and trust me
this train is the epitome of luxury it took a stunning 3 billion yuan to build this device and
its current design was conceived by the brilliant mind of industrial designer edgy mitocha with so
much money spent on the construction of this train you can't expect that it would be cheap to ride
a mere four days on the kyushu seven stars will cost you a shocking
5 400 us dollars well a two day trip will set you back just about 2 500 us dollars even
with this somewhat ludicrous price you still can't just walk in and expect to get a ride
you have to book for a seat well in advance and hope you're lucky i can tell you that this
hassle is well worth it because once you take a look at the award-winning gang ruizi designs
and the intricacy of the detailing you might think you're in the finest of hotels
it combines classic japanese themes with a splash of western elegance so you get a space
that is at once comfortable and refined every room has a shower toilet and air conditioner
but unfortunately you can't find the seat belt for the toilets it's the only downside
you get access to five sleeping cabins a lounge car as well as a dining car there are three rooms
in a car and a grand total of 12 suites you're also treated to world-class hospitality and care
even down to the speed at which the train travels which is a carefully calculated 60 miles per hour
just enough to provide a scenic view of the countryside
the last room on the train has a window on the side that presents what is probably the best view
on the train and the facilities are just amazing seriously even the toilets on the nanasubushi have
wood finishes and remote control the shower does as well and it is the little touches
such as the lattice at the bottom which separates the drainage in the water and the base of the
shower from your feet so you're not standing in shower water and that really sells it for me
when you're all refreshed from your shower you can feast your eyes on the menu with especially themed
japanese meals prepared by the finest of chefs you can get exquisite sashimi and sushi made from the
kyushu seafood or you can decide to wander off a bit for an optional tour of the nearby towns
if you prefer to just sit back on the train and enjoy live music
magic cocktails and general lounging that's also an option
sounds like a dream right all you need to do to make this dream a reality
is start to save up for the fair book well in advance and launder your best
smart casual wear you can wear a kimono or yukaya if you prefer as decent dressing is
mandatory once you have all these things ready then brace yourself for a trip that
covers all the above entertainment options plus the opportunity to view hot springs
scenic volcanoes and onsens on what is guaranteed to be the best experience of your life
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