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Affairs

Urbanism

Bold and effective developments in architecture and train events ahead.

Travel and restaurants

Holiday express

For passengers on Japan’s redesigned Saphir Odoriko trains, the vacation begins from the moment that they board, thanks to comfy seating, top-quality food and huge windows to help them enjoy the view.

Design

Transport design: full steam ahead

Japan’s long-distance trains are entering a new era of luxury and innovation. Monocle visits the industrial and interior designers who are redefining train travel.