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Tokaido Shinkansen installs 2 compartment rooms on each N700S series train in 2026

東海道新幹線、2026年度に個室を導入 N700Sに2室
Tokaido Shinkansen installs 2 compartment rooms on each N700S series train in 2026
https://www.traicy.com/posts/20240417296412/

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JR Central is going to install compartment rooms in 2026.
Complete compartment seats with higher privacy and security is going to be installed on some of the N700S series trains. Wi-Fi service, reclining seats with leg rest, individually adjustable lightening, air-conditioning, announcement will also be installed. 2 rooms per one trainset will be installed.
Fee and operated section will be announced later separately.

This installation is dedicated to business persons who want to have a meeting without concern, and passengers who prioritize privacy and relaxing without paying attention to surrounding people
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In Japan, installation of luxurious seats seem to be not only common among commuter rails but also among high speed trains.