Plarail S-37 Osaka Metro Chuo Line 400 srs - Factory Error

Wouldn't the "Cross Seat" version sit few riders as it seems that the other way (a long bench seat) would accommodate more. That being said, I would definitely like sitting in these Cross seats as additionally not having people standing in front of you, you would not have someone sitting shoulder to shoulder on either side of you.

Either way, there will be people standing in front of you.  But yes, you wouldn't be shoulder to shoulder with someone on cross seats.  But the primary complaint from those who ridden on them is that the back rest is uncomfortable and you feel your body is sinking into the seat.

I haven't ridden on it yet.  So, not sure...

Haven't experienced Osaka Metro, but our city have its own metro with typical bench seat, from my experience I'd say I find myself constantly trying to face the front end of the metro instead. Also I do not like to make long eye contact with other strangers, which the cross seats would very much help with that.
I mean everyone has phones to look at nowadays but still!