fifty two seats of happiness by Seibu Railway
- Enjoy the exterior and interior of the first railroad car designed by the world-renowned architect, Kengo Kuma
- The exterior dynamically express the four seasons of Chichibu with its rich nature and the water of the Arakawa River flowing through the area.
- The interior of the train is inspired by the nature of the canyon and other natural motifs and uses traditional crafts and local lumber from along the route
- Seasonal course meals are supervised and served by famous restaurants and chefs (The menu will change every three months)
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What to expect





Good to know
Eligibility
- Children at any age will be charged the same rate as adults
Additional information
- Smoking inside the train is strictly prohibited
- This vehicle is wheelchair-accessible
Dinner Plan
Dinner menu is here
- Please make sure to arrive at Seibu-Chichibu station at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
- Please be sure to avoid the train arriving at Seibu-Chichibu at 16:10. (You will not be able to board the train in time for the dinner course as you will have to take your temperature before the dinner course.)
Recommended schedule 【Ikebukuro departure】
① 14:30 at Ikebukuro sta. → 14:51 at Tokorozawa sta. → 15:11 at Hanno sta. → 15:47 at Seibu-Chichibu sta. (Please note that the train at this time is an express train and an express ticket must be purchased separately)
② 13:50 at Ikebukuro sta. → 14:14 at Tokorozawa sta. → 14:38 at Hanno sta. (Please change to a train bound for Seibu-Chichibu sta.) → 14:43 at Hanno sta. →15:32 at Seibu-Chichibu sta.)
【Seibu-Shinjuku Station departure】
13:11 at Seibu-Shinjuku sta. → 13:49 at Tokorozawa sta. (Please change to a train bound for Hanno sta.) →13:54 at Tokorozawa sta. → 14:18 at Hanno sta. (Please change to a train bound for Seibu-Chichibu sta.) →14:43 at Hanno sta. →15:32 at Seibu-Chichibu sta.
Departure date & Departure schedule:
16:00 at Seibu-Chichibu station → 18:22 at Ikebukuro station
February 1st, 23rd
Departure date & Departure schedule:
16:00 at Seibu-Chichibu station → 18:34 at Seibu-Shinjuku station
February 2nd, 9th, 11th, 16th, 24th
March 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
Departure date & Departure schedule:
17:16 at Seibu-Chichibu station → 19:34 at Seibu-Shinjuku station
- Please go to Seibu-Chichibu station beforehand with Seibu Line 1Day Pass (included in the package) from Ikebukuro station according to your departure date.
- Dinner plan includes a welcome drink, appetizer, soup, main dish, noodle/rice, dessert, and drink (only soft drink).
- Alcohol drinks are available on board with extra charges.
Optional services
- Anniversary plan: A dessert plate will be accompanied by a name/message upon request.
- Please fill in the name/message (within 20 characters in total) if necessary upon booking.
- Special dessert: A seasonal dessert plate will be served with an original glass.
Note
- As each course menu is supervised by a chef, we are not able to provide alternative menus. If a dish contains ingredients to which you are allergic, we will ask you at the time of reservation whether you would like your companion to eat it, or whether you would like it removed or not served.
- The train will be canceled due to not reaching the minimum number of passengers required to run. In this case, notification will be sent at least 3 days before the participation date, and a full refund will be issued.
- Cash is not accepted for beverages (alcoholic beverages) or various types of payments on board. Only credit cards and electronic money can be used.
- Check here for further FAQ.
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You don’t have to rush so much when ordering through klook, but it is recommended to place your order as soon as it goes on sale on the date you want to go on. You can choose to send it to a Japanese address, but it will be delivered one week before the specified date. It is better to go directly to the service desk of Seibu Ikebukuro to get the peace of mind. Otherwise, if there is an accident during the delivery, the letter will not be received, but because the delivery representative Once the ticket has been issued, it cannot be changed to self-pickup. If you really can’t catch the ticket and get on the bus, you will have to pay for it! This package includes a one-day ticket for Seibu Railway. It is recommended that you take the Laview Express from Ikebukuro Station to Chichibu early in the morning (you need to purchase an additional express seat for ¥900/person). You can also walk around Chichibu Station and take a bath in the festival hot springs. It is just right. You can take the return sightseeing train at 4pm. There is no alighting on the dinner bus, and you can’t see much of the scenery outside the bus once it’s dark, but the advantage is that you can enjoy your meal more relaxedly, and there is an unlimited supply of soft drinks on this bus.
Exquisite cuisine and the beautiful four seasons. An elegant journey on the Seibu Railway, with only 52 seats to enjoy. Specialists from various fields have come together at Seibu's Traveling Restaurant "52 Seats of Bliss" to provide a new style of travel. Why not experience an elegant and special time while savoring delicious seasonal cuisine supervised by famous chefs and the changing scenery in an extraordinary space designed with the motif of "Chichibu," a representative tourist destination along the Seibu Railway line?
Indeed, sometimes ordinary things can become "famous" scenes due to special experiences. Although the scenery along the Seibu Railway may not have many features, through the 52-seat Fukuchi real ride experience, customers can be satisfied and happy during the journey. This unique experience allows Seibu Railway to attract customers and create unique value. This is also one of the charms of travel, that fun and surprise can be found even in mundane things. My wife and I were very satisfied with our Seibu Railway travel experience! The 52-seat Fuzhi real ride experience is indeed a pleasant choice. Next time, you may consider changing the season and experiencing the lunch route, which will bring you different scenery and food enjoyment. Hopefully we will have a more enjoyable time on our next trip!
It is a highly recommended itinerary. Whether it is the design of the carriage, the attentiveness of the on-board service staff, or the content of the meals, the two-hour drive is very enjoyable. If you have special commemorative needs, you can also purchase the anniversary plan. It will There are unexpected little surprises. Unfortunately, this sightseeing train only provides service for six days, so you may need to make some arrangements in your itinerary.
Using Klook with a designated time discount, you can buy tickets at a price better than Japan and the official website. The ticket content has Chinese and English introductions, so you don't have to worry about not being able to understand Japanese. It's a good dining car railway trip.
It turns out that Chichibu has so many interesting experiences! Shibazakura in spring, red leaves in autumn, and icicles in winter. A large hot spring is right at the station. The whole package is very interesting. We took Laview in the morning with a little extra money (hundreds of ¥)! From Ikebukuro to Chichibu. In the evening, drive to Shinjuku for dinner. Visually, all of them are Japanese (except us). There are daughters and mothers, couples lovers. This is the buried Japanese in-depth game secret technique. Play very tricky. Taiwan YouTuber has an introduction.
You can take the train to Ikebukuro Station to pick up the ticket on the same day, and use the attached one-day pass to Chichibu. The ride experience and meal service are very good. You can drink as much soft drinks as you want. The live music performance is very exciting. I will recommend it to all my friends!
It is an unforgettable and exquisite train dining experience. From the service, the quality of the food is first-class. If you want to go, you can book it through klook, which is cheaper and more convenient than the official website. You need to get the ticket one day in advance. Next time, it is more appropriate to ask Seibu to send it directly to the hotel.
In this Tokyo trip, I chose to take the sightseeing train 52 seats の Zhifu with meals. The return train from Chichibu to Seibu Shinjuku at 4 pm is also a very convenient itinerary, and it is only around 6 pm in Shinjuku. The design of this sightseeing train is comfortable and simple, and the meals are in Western style. The service attitude is very friendly and considerate. You can also enjoy the cherry blossoms while eating the scenery along the way🌸.
ikebukuro office is at Seibu Train line entrance beside Seibu mall. was hard to locate using the google map given. the dinner train was lovely. train was simple decor but food was really good with very attentive stuff and very wonderful souvenirs. Took us back to Shinjuku from Seibu Chichibu station.
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