JR Kyushu will launch the KUMADVENTURE (Kumamon Adventure) Train on Saturday, July 4, timed to coincide with the start of the Kumamoto Destination Campaign. On the inaugural day, with the cooperation of Hisatsu Orange Railway Co., Ltd., both companies' Kumamon-wrapped trains will make a special side-by-side stop at Yatsushiro Station — the terminus of the first run (a KiHa 200 series special train). This rare joint appearance will only be available on July 4.
Join Kumamon for a one-of-a-kind summer "grand adventure."
1. Departure Ceremony for the KiHa 200 Series (Conventional Line)
- Date and Time: Around 2:25 PM on Saturday, July 4
- Venue: Platform 2, Kumamoto Station (Viewing may not be possible depending on crowd conditions.)
- Guest: Kumamon, Kumamoto Prefecture's Sales and Happiness Director
- Main stops and timetable (stopping at all stations between Kumamoto and Yatsushiro):
| To Yatsushiro | Depart Kumamoto | Depart Uto | Depart Matsubashi | Depart Arisa | Depart Shin-Yatsushiro | Arrive Yatsushiro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:38 PM | 2:53 PM | 2:59 PM | 3:10 PM | 3:19 PM | 3:23 PM |
| To Kumamoto | Depart Yatsushiro | Depart Shin-Yatsushiro | Depart Arisa | Depart Matsubashi | Depart Uto | Arrive Kumamoto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:50 PM | 3:54 PM | 4:03 PM | 4:14 PM | 4:20 PM | 4:35 PM |
Anyone holding a regular ticket, commuter pass, or similar ticket is welcome to board.
2. Joint Appearance by Both Companies at Yatsushiro Station — A Special One-Day Collaboration
At Yatsushiro Station — the first run's terminal — a Hisatsu Orange Railway train will also pull in, and both companies' Kumamon-wrapped trains will stand side by side on the platform.
Side-by-side stop time: Approximately 3:23 PM to 3:42 PM
3. Departure Ceremony for the 800 Series (Shinkansen)
- Date and Time: Around 10:05 AM on Saturday, July 18
- Venue: Platform 12, Kumamoto Station
- Guest: Kumamon, Kumamoto Prefecture's Sales and Happiness Director
4. KUMADVENTURE (Kumamon Adventure) Train Digital Check-in Rally
Chase the Kumamon-wrapped trains operated by JR Kyushu, Kumamoto Electric Railway, and Hisatsu Orange Railway, and collect digital items on a grand adventure!
- Period: Saturday, July 4 – Thursday, December 31
- How to participate: Scan the QR code inside the train car using the JR Kyushu app (web membership registration required)
- Benefits: "Digital Collection" item + "Commemorative Ride Certificate" coupon
- Benefit distribution: Kumamon Dungeon (3-10 Sakuramachi, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto ※ Inside SAKURAMACHI Kumamoto)
Pickup is available only during Kumamon Dungeon business hours. - Commemorative Ride Certificate design (design subject to change):
For details, visit the official website: https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/train/kumamoto-dc/
(Reference) Rapid "KUMADVENTURE (Kumamon Adventure) Train" (All-Reserved Seating) Service
During the summer vacation period, primarily on weekdays, the rapid KUMADVENTURE (Kumamon Adventure) Train will operate between Kumamoto and Aso/Miyaji. Hop aboard this summer and set off on a grand adventure!
- Operating dates: July 21–24, 27–31; August 3–7, 17–21, 24–28
- Route: Kumamoto – Aso/Miyaji (1 round trip) ※ All-reserved seating
- Timetable at main stops:
| To Miyaji | Depart Kumamoto | Depart Higo-Ozu | Depart Tateno | Depart Aso | Arrive Miyaji |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:02 AM | 9:36 AM | 9:55 AM | 10:37 AM | 10:42 AM |
| To Kumamoto | Depart Miyaji | Depart Aso | Depart Tateno | Depart Higo-Ozu | Arrive Kumamoto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:57 PM | 5:02 PM | 5:33 PM | 5:53 PM | 6:27 PM |
A seat reservation ticket (530 yen) is required in addition to the regular ticket.
