Wait, some Shinkansen trains already have private booths that only cost 1,500 yen for an hour?
High-speed serenity has been low-key available on the Shinkansen for a long time with hardly anyone noticing it. A new Supreme Class is coming to Shinkansen trains this fall, offering luxurious private cabins for those with deep pockets. It turns out, though, that some bullet trains in Japan have quietly had available private booths for […]
The Shinkansen, Japan's high-speed rail system, has quietly offered private booths for passengers for years, and these private spaces are surprisingly affordable. Known as the Business Booth, it is specifically available in Car 7 on N700S Nozomi trains traveling between Tokyo and Fukuoka's Hakata Station. To use this booth, passengers must have a regular seat in Car 7 and reserve it during their journey for a block of time up to two hours, at a rate of 200 yen per 10 minutes for the first half-hour, and 300 yen per 10 minutes for subsequent blocks, totaling 1,500 yen for a full hour.
The booth is equipped with two chairs, a counter, power outlets, and a window for scenic views. It is essentially a place for passengers to work, relax, or hold meetings, all to themselves. Though it has been available since 2022, its limited promotion has likely contributed to its relative obscurity among travelers. Despite its modest appearance, the Business Booth offers a peaceful retreat during a Shinkansen ride.
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