[custom_adv] Japan's ultra-luxurious new sleeper service with two-storey $10,000 suites and panoramic carriages sets off on its maiden journey [custom_adv] The Train Suite Shiki-shima is designed to give you the ultimate luxury experience - but you'll need some loose change to afford it: tickets range from $2,860 (£2,220) to around $10,000 and you can choose between a two- or four-day trip. [custom_adv] The Shiki-shima had its maiden journey on 1 May. The train was built to the plans of designer Ken Kiyoyuki Okuyama and is being advertised as using only the best of materials, many linked to traditional Japanese craftsmanship. [custom_adv] The futuristic observation car lets you relax and sip a glass of champagne, while outside the Japanese countryside zips past. The train will take you from Tokyo to the northernmost island Hokkaido. [custom_adv] There's room for 34 passengers on the train so you know you won't have to compete for a seat with a good view. [custom_adv] Here's where you'll take your nap after a long day of over-indulging in luxury. There are trips with one or three nights on board to choose from. [custom_adv] The plans for the train were announced by the East Japan Railway Company in 2014 and there has been crazy demand now the train is finally here. A lottery for seats on launch day was said to have been over-subscribed by a factor of 76. [custom_adv] Clearly, the futuristic high-end hotel on tracks has hit the spot - tickets for the 10-car train are sold out until March 2018. [custom_adv] Fancy a bite? The food will be prepared by - who else? - Michelin star chefs and presented by uniformed butlers.