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A-Train (JR Kyushu)
The A-Train (A列車で行こう, A ressha de ikō) is a seasonal limited express train service operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) in Kyushu, Japan, since October 2011.[1] Service patternThe service operates between Kumamoto and Misumi, mostly at weekends and holiday periods, with two return workings per day.[2] The train stops at Uto Station[2] and Ōda Station[3] en route. Rolling stockThe train is formed of a specially modified 2-car KiHa 185 series diesel multiple unit set (KiHa 185-4 + KiHa 185-1012) which previously operated on Trans-Kyushu Limited Express services.[1] The design concept was overseen by industrial designer Eiji Mitooka.[1]
InteriorThe main seating saloons retain the original 2+2 reclining seats used in the Trans-Kyushu Limited Express, with new seat covers.[1]
HistoryThe A-Train service was introduced on 8 October 2011.[1] and also named after Kumamoto See alsoReferences
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