Luxury sleeper train benefits local economy

Luxury sleeper train benefits local economy

Photo taken on Sept. 23, 2015, shows a rest area in Tsuno, Miyazaki Prefecture, southwestern Japan, that sells the same farm produce as served on Kyushu Railway Co.'s Seven Stars luxury sleeper train. The popular train launched in October 2013 has helped boost regional economies along its route. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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