Sneak into Takasaki Station After the Last Train! Announcing the One-Night-Only 'Takasaki Station Night Tour with Stay' Collaboration with JR East on September 12

[July 2026] Takasaki --- Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki Co., Ltd. (Address: 222 Yashimacho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture / President & General Manager: Jun Maeda) will jointly implement the special overnight event 'One-Night-Only! Takasaki Station Night Tour with Stay' on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in collaboration with JR East. This unique stay program allows guests to experience the quiet atmosphere of Takasaki Station after regular operations have ended.

Participants will go behind the scenes of the station, which is normally off-limits, including observing post-last-train operations at the Shinkansen ticket gates, visiting Platform 1, and viewing historical artifacts from the former signal box. Additional highlights include a retro overnight train display recreated on LED departure boards (electronic signage), as well as hands-on experiences such as making public address announcements and ringing the departure bell on the conventional line platforms.

After enjoying the late-night station tour, guests will rest in a non-smoking standard single room at the hotel. The next morning, they can enjoy a breakfast featuring Gunma's local cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, 'Brasserie Laurier'.

This premium stay program is limited to 15 guests and offers a rare opportunity to experience the backstage operations of Japan's railway system while savoring the regional flavors of Gunma. Reservations will open at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, via the Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki official website and JRE MALL Shopping.

Overview of the 'One-Night-Only! Takasaki Station Night Tour with Stay' Program

1. Location: JR Takasaki Station and Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki

2. Date & Time: Saturday, September 12, 2026, 15:00 – Sunday, September 13, 12:00

Check-in: 15:00 / Check-out: 12:00

※ Takasaki Station Night Tour: Scheduled from around 23:30 to 02:00 (Please gather at the hotel front lobby at 23:20)

3. Participants: 15 people (Minimum required: 8 people) ※ The tour will be canceled if the minimum number is not met.

4. Age Requirement: 18 years and older

※ Individuals who will be 18 or older on the event date may apply even if under 18 at the time of application. In such cases, valid ID must be presented on the day.

5. Price: 30,000 JPY per person (including tax and service charge)

6. Sales Period: Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 10:00 – Saturday, September 5, 17:00 ※ Registration will close once capacity is reached.

7. How to Apply: Reservations can be made via one of the following:

(1) Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki Official Website URL:

https://takasaki.metropolitan.jp/stay/plan/takasakistationnighttour_plan2026.html

(2) JRE MALL Shopping URL:

https://shopping.jreast.co.jp/products/detail/s093/S093-G50744

※ Registration will close once capacity is reached.

8. Tour Contents:

- Observation of post-last-train operations at the Shinkansen ticket gates

- Recreation of vintage overnight train displays on LED departure boards (electronic signage) and exhibition of related historical artifacts

- Guided tour of Platform 1 (normally restricted) and historical artifacts from the former signal box

- Public address announcement and departure bell experience on conventional line platforms

【About Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki】

Located directly connected to the west exit of JR Takasaki Station and serving as the gateway to Gunma Prefecture, 'Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki' offers 141 guest rooms, the locally sourced restaurant 'Brasserie Laurier', and banquet and meeting rooms of various sizes. Catering to both business and leisure travelers, the hotel's concept is 'where comfort and elegance meet,' providing convenient access and high-quality experiences.

Facility Overview

Name: Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki (https://takasaki.metropolitan.jp/)

Address: 222 Yashimacho, Takasaki City, Gunma 370-0849 (Directly connected to JR Takasaki Station West Exit)

Number of Rooms: 141

Facilities: Restaurant 'Brasserie Laurier', banquet and meeting rooms (7 rooms)

Operator: Hotel Metropolitan Takasaki Co., Ltd. (Japan Hotel Group)

【Restaurant Information】

Brasserie Laurier

Seating: 80 seats (private rooms available)

Reservations & Inquiries: 027-325-3461 (Direct line)

Official Website: https://takasaki.metropolitan.jp/restaurant/list/laurier/index.html