At the “Kosaka Railway Rail Park” in Kosaka Town, visitors can enjoy the unique experience of actually staying overnight in the passenger cars of the “Akebono,” a sleeper limited express train that was beloved for connecting Ueno with Akita and Aomori.

The “Akebono” was a sleeper express train that connected Ueno Station and Aomori Station. As a “Blue Train” that supported
long-distance travel, it was beloved by many people.

Although it is no longer in service, these valuable railcars have been preserved and repurposed as lodging facilities.

The greatest appeal of staying at the Blue Train Akebono is the chance to spend the night in an authentic train car.

You can enjoy the actual sleeper beds that were once in use, the retro interior, and the unique experience of staying overnight while the train remains parked on the station platform.

Be sure to also explore the Kosaka Railway Rail Park, where the “Akebono” is on display.

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