Run around Kumamoto! Train trip special report

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South area
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The southern area of the prefecture is the holy ground for train fans! A popular special train report unique to the area.

Orange restaurant is a magnificent train where you can see amazing views while having breakfast and lunch.

**Hisatsu Orange Railway dining tourist train running along the sea between Yatsushiro and Izumi. Four meal courses available from breakfast to dinner during the trip.

Information
Contact Us Hisatsu Orange Railway

Tel

0096-63-6860

Kumamon fans won’t get enough of it! Hisatsu Orange Railway Suite Train

Special ticket featuring Kumamon on a train wrapped with the cute Kumamon. The journey of the local recommended Kumamon Suite and the train with all sorts of Kumamon begins.

Information
Contact us Kyushu Sanko Tourism Corporation
Tel 096-300-5935

Departure

Hisatsu Orange Railway **Yatsushiro Station

Departure time

10:25
Charge Adults: 3,800 yen Children (3~12 years old): 1,900 yen

Be sure to take the seasonal SL Hitoyoshi during summer vacation

The sound of the steam whistle, the smoke that spouts in the air, the beating of the SL running while firmly kicking the ground, and the amazing scenery along the Kuma River will leave you with a life-long impression. Kick back with an extravagant time sitting on four kinds of comfy chairs and going to a museum in the observation lounge. Cabin crew hats and other items are available for rent in the carriage, making it a popular destination for travel memories.

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Limited Express Train Kasemi Yasemi - the extravagant D & S train named after wild birds inhabiting the Kuma River

The newest train in Kyushu D & S connects Kumamoto and Hitoyoshi An impressive carriage interior with high quality wood texture and design.
 

Magnificent view of the Kuma River from a retro car with the spirit of traveling! Isaburou Shimpei Limited Express

The D & S train that connects Kumamoto and **Yoshimatsu. Enjoy the Kuma River and the three largest Japanese car windows from the windows that can be opened and closed.

[20th century heritage] Japan's first loop bridge and the Hisastsu Line with switchback from Yatsushiro to Kagoshima over a steep mountain were built in the Meiji period

The Hisastsu Line from Yatsushiro to Kagoshima over a steep mountain were built in the Meiji period It is known for the switchback and loop bridge at Ohata Station.

Learn about railways and have fun at the Hitoyoshi Railway Museum MOZOCA Station 868

Parents and children can enjoy mini dioramas featuring the magnificence of the Hisatsu Line in addition to a variety of playground equipment such as mini trains. The cafe sells a limited amount of sablés (biscuit).

人吉鉄道ミュージアム MOZOCA ステーション868
Infromation
Name Hitoyoshi Railway Museum MOZOCA Station 868
Address 343-14 Nakaaoimachi Hitoyoshi
Tel 0966-48-4200
Day off Wednesday and New Year’s holiday
Charge Mini train, rail bike 200 yen / ride

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