For anyone who has ever wanted to drive a train, there's a "fukubukuro" lucky bag going on sale this New Year's season which can make that dream come true.
Major department store chain Takashimaya Co. announced on Wednesday it will sell 20 of the unique lucky bags that give buyers the opportunity to operate a special train during a package tour in the Tohoku region.
Traditionally, New Year's lucky bags contain miscellaneous items unknown to the buyer, but this one by Takashimaya reflects the growing trend for shoppers to buy an experience rather than goods.
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