Passengers try out Japan's new top-tier 'Supreme Class' bullet train seating in Nagoya

NAGOYA -- A chance for train passengers to test out the new "Supreme Class" private compartment service on the Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train line is being offered at JR Nagoya Station until November 8. This marks the first introduction of such private compartments by Central Japan Railway Co. in 23 years. The service is touted as the highest class, surpassing even the Green Car (first-class) seats.

Approximately 12 trains per day now offer this top-tier seating, which has reportedly been almost entirely booked. Participants had to make advance reservations, with all available spots filling up about five hours after bookings opened. Each group is given about 5 to 10 minutes to try the seats, receive an explanation about the amenities, and experience their comfort.

A 18-year-old male university student from Nagoya, who attended the first day of the event on November 1, expressed his enthusiasm, saying he hoped to travel far away specifically to enjoy this private compartment service. Another 27-year-old company worker from Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, mentioned he wanted to invite his grandmother on a trip to celebrate her retirement, hoping to ride the seat he had always dreamed of experiencing.