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Is an overnight journey on the Seven Stars train in Japan’s Kyushu worth the $5,900 price tag?
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The Seven Stars in Kyushu ranks among the world’s most coveted train journeys. Its dining car, decked out in rich wood panelling, offers cinematic views.
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- The Seven Stars in Kyushu is a highly coveted, oversubscribed luxury train journey in Japan, costing from 680,000 yen (S$5,900) with a lottery system for booking.
- The train offers an immersive experience with its art museum and hotel-like carriages, showcasing local culture, seasonal cuisine and Japanese hospitality.
- The train journeys connect guests with locals, creating memorable human connections.
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KYUSHU, Japan – It is known as one of the world’s costliest train journeys. But you need more than money to get on board. You need lots of luck.
Despite the eye-popping starting fare of 680,000 yen (S$5,900) for a twin-sharing cabin on an overnight journey, this iconic train trip is heavily oversubscribed within days of release. Hopeful passengers enter a lottery, with a success rate of fewer than five for every 100 applicants.
