# Flower-Covered Train Galleries This Bullet Train is Dedicated to Japanese Modern Art By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-modern-art References: [japantrends](http://www.japantrends.com/jr-east-genbi-shinkansen-japanese-contemporary-art-bullet-train/) & [jreast.co.jp](http://www.jreast.co.jp/genbi/) One of the fastest and most technologically advanced trains is receiving a Japanese modern art makeover. The 'Genbi Shinkansen' is a new bullet train that will run between two busy Japanese cities but will also act as a mobile art gallery. The Genbi Shinkansen is a much smaller [commuter train](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skunk-train) compared to most and will have its last carriage transformed into an art gallery. From its exterior, it is clear that the Genbi Shinkansen is an art-focused train. Most of the train's outer body is covered in [vibrant, colorful flowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-bloom-1). Once inside, the walls are covered with photography and art collections from prominent Japanese artists. Even the interior of the train will resemble more of an art gallery instead of a transportation vehicle, with plain white walls and long hallways that encourage riders to take a walk around the mobile art gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art-focused Transportation:** There is an opportunity for companies to transform transportation methods into art galleries, incorporating interior and exterior design. - **Mobile Art Exhibitions:** Businesses can turn public transportation into exciting and interactive spaces, showcasing art and culture for passengers to admire and appreciate. - **Collaboration Between Transportation and Art Industries:** Transportation and art industries can team up to create unique experiences for customers, by incorporating different forms of art into transportation methods. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation Industry:** Opportunity for transportation companies to explore new ways to appeal to customers, and expand their services. - **Art Industry:** Art industry can expand their reach and showcase their works in new and unique ways, teaming up with the transportation industry to create immersive experiences. - **Tourism Industry:** There is potential for the tourism industry to use art-focused transportation as an attraction, leading to new and innovative travel experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Small-Profile Bullet Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-bullet-trains.md) - [Bullet Train-Inspired Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitsubishi-shinkansen.md) - [Futuristic Train Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-train.md) - [River-Inspired Train Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tgv-inoui.md) - [Panoramic Open-Air Roof Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-train.md) - [Revived Contemporary Classic Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orient-express-1.md) - [Transforming Bullet Train Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinkalion.md) - [Micro Train Platform Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-japan-shinkansen-platform.md) - [Generative Art-Wrapped Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaoru-tanaka.md)