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Zombies on a train? ‘Scare squad’ take over Tokyo-Osaka service
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On October 19, 2024, a unique haunted house experience took place on a bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka, featuring zombies inspired by the movie 'Train to Busan'; around 40 passengers participated, with ticket prices up to 50,000 yen (US$335); event organized by Kowagarasetai, aiming to depict the shinkansen's safety collapsing; passengers described the experience as immersive and thrilling; lighthearted performances included zombie cheerleaders and a dance to Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'; the event was part of Central Japan Railway Company's efforts to diversify post-COVID travel experiences.
#Zombies #BulletTrain #Japan #Entertainment #Halloween #TrainToBusan #ImmersiveExperience #Kowagarasetai #Shinkansen #Tourism
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3283161/zombies-invade-japan-moving-bullet-train-really-cool-haunted-house-experiencePublished at
2024-10-21 03:44:15Event JSON
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