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2024.11.28 Enjoy an easy trip with "Rapid YUFUIN" on year-end & new year’s holidays! With a lot of visitors expected in Yufuin area toward year-end and new years holidays, we have decided to transfer '50 series train cars' originally operated as “SL HITOYOSHI” until March 2024 to Kyudai main Line and launch a new rapid train service “Rapid YUFUIN”. Enjoy an easy trip with Rapid YUFUIN on year-end and new year’s holidays! ・Service Period: December 28th (Sat) - 31st (Tue), 2024 January 2nd (Thu) - 5th (Sun), 2025 *The train service won’t be available on January 1st. ・Operation Area: Kyudai main Line Kurume < --- > Yufuin (1 Round Trip Operation Per Day) >>>For details here |
2024.11.18 Fukuoka Airport JR Kyushu Rail Pass Exchange Counter will open! On December 3rd (Tuesday), 2024, JR Kyushu Rail Pass Exchange Counter will open at the arrival lobby on the 1st floor of Fukuoka Airport International Terminal building. Now, when you have purchased JR Kyushu Pass from a travel agency or at JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking website, you can get the pass immediately after your arrival at the airport. We are looking forward to meeting you at the newly opened counter! - Opening Hours:9AM – 5PM - Location: “Access Hall” on the 1st Floor Arrival Lobby of Fukuoka Airport International Terminal * The counter is exclusively for JR Kyushu Rail Pass. * The counter does not offer JR Kyushu Rail Pass for purchase. * In case the counter is very busy, we might ask you to go to JR Kyushu Hakata Station for pass redemption. >>>For details here |
2024.10.18 Released D&S Operation Schedule for December, 2024 to February, 2025! D&S's operation schedule for December, 2024 to February, 2025 has been released. Please see the below Link. *The schedule is as of Oct 18, 2024. >>>For details here. |
2024.9.2 Extension of Sales Period for JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking Site Special Prices Thank you for your patronage. We have decided to extend the special price offer at JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking site, which was originally set to end at September 30th, 2024. Thank you for your continued support. Sales period: From October 1st, 2023 (Sunday) to March 31st, 2025 (Monday), inclusive of releases >>>For details here. |
2024.8.22 Released D&S Operation Schedule for October to November, 2024! D&S's operation schedule for October to November, 2024 has been released. Please see the below Link. *The schedule is as of Aug 22, 2024. >>>For details here. |
2024.5.20 Released D&S Operation Schedule for July to September, 2024! D&S's operation schedule for July to September, 2024 has been released. Please see the below Link. *The schedule is as of May 17, 2024. >>>For details here. |
2024.3.15 Extension of Sales Period for JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking Site Special Prices Thank you for your patronage. We have decided to extend the special price offer at JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking site, which was originally set to end at March 31st, 2024. Thank you for your continued support. Sales period: From October 1st, 2023 (Sunday) to September 30th, 2024 (Monday), inclusive of releases >>>For details here. >>>Sales website |
2024.3.4 Regarding Limited Express YUFU 73, 74 from March 25, 2024 All seats on Limited Express Yufu No. 73 and 74 will be reservation-only from Monday, March 25, 2024. Non-reserved seats are not available. Please reserve seats at the ticket counter or reserved-seat ticket vending machine at the station prior to boarding. Once all reserved-seat tickets are fully booked, no more passengers will be allowed on the train. We would appreciate your understanding. >>>For details here. |
2024.3.1 Announcement: Price Revision of JR-KYUSHU MOBILE PASS Thank you for your patronage. We have decided to revise the sales price of JR-KYUSHU MOBILE PASS, which will be effective as of April 1st, 2024. This had to come as a bitter decision that will affect many of our valued customers. We would appreciate your understanding >>>For details here. |
2024.3.1 Announcement: the Discontinuation of JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS(FUKUOKA WIDE) Thank you for your patronage. We have decided to discontinue the sales of JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS(FUKUOKA WIDE) after March 31st, 2024. This had to come as a bitter decision when we think about the patronage of many customers who have enjoyed the product. We would appreciate your understanding. For someone looking for the best rail pass for Fukuoka and its vicinity areas, JR-KYUSHU MOBILE PASS is recommended. >>>For details here. |
2023.11.24 Reserved Seats Only on Limited Express Yufu No. 73 and 74 from December 25 to 27, 2023 All seats on Limited Express Yufu No. 73 and 74 will be reservation-only during the period of Monday, December 25 through Wednesday, December 27, 2023 due to the reasons related to our train operation management. Non-reserved seats are not available. Please reserve seats at the ticket counter or reserved-seat ticket vending machine at the station prior to boarding. Once all reserved-seat tickets are fully booked, no more passengers will be allowed on the train. We would appreciate your understanding. ※Yufuin No Mori No. 3 and 4 do not run during this period. ※Limited Express Yufu No. 73 and 74 will run on the same route and schedule as Yufuin No Mori No. 3 and 4. >>>For details here. |
2023.11.13 There will be additional service of KAWASEMI YAMASEMI Due to vehicle operational reasons, the limited express " KAWASEMI YAMASEMI" will be additionally operated on the following schedule. - 11/28~30, 12/1, 4, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21 *Please note that there will be no on-board services. *There are no on-board photo services provided by cabin attendants. *The buffet service in Car no.2 is not available. >>>For details here. |
2023.9.19 Changes to the Release Details of the 'JR KYUSHU MOBILE PASS' Thank you very much for your continued patronage of JR Kyushu. We would like to inform you that, considering the current sales situation, we have decided to make changes to the contents of the ' JR KYUSHU MOBILE PASS.' We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our customers and kindly ask for your understanding. For more details, please refer to the link below. >>>For details here. |
2023.8.9 【Important Notice】Notification of revised limited express fares, etc Amid changes in our business environment and customers' usage of our services, JR Kyushu has decided to revise some fares and other details. We would appreciate your understanding. ■Effective date of revision (1)Revision of the fares for limited express reserved-seat tickets for D&S Train From October 1, 2023 (Sunday) ride (2)Discontinued sale of discount tickets on “JR-KYUSHU Train Reservation” Discontinued as of September 30, 2023 (Saturday) >>>For details here. |
2023.7.25 【Important Notice】Notice about product revision From October 1, 2023, price revision and service change of ""JR Kyushu Rail Pass"" and ""Sanyo-San’in Northern Kyushu Pass"" is planned. Please be sure to check before purchasing. >>>For details here. |
2023.7.19 Announcement Regarding Discounted Tickets for the Opening of “Hitahikosan Line BRT” The following discounted tickets currently on sale can be used on the “Hitahikosan Line BRT” (between Soeda - Hita) if their validity extends beyond August 28, 2023, in accordance with the terms and conditions of each respective ticket. 〇Discounted tickets ・ JAPAN RAIL PASS ・ Sanyo-San'in-Northern Kyushu Pass ・ JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS 〇What is “Hitahikosan Line BRT”? ―The section between Soeda and Yoake/Hita Station on the Hitahiikosan Line, which was affected by the July 2017 Northern Kyushu Heavy Rain disaster, has been decided to be restored using the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. 〇Opening day ―August 28, 2023(planned) >>>Official Website(Japanese) |
2023.3.31 There will be additional service of Aso-boy! Due to vehicle operational reasons, the limited express "Asoboy!" will be additionally operated on the following schedule. - 5/11, 12, 15, 16, 22, 23,24 *There is no in-car service by cabin crew. The seats in Car 2 (including box seats) will be used as non-reserved seats. *Cars 1 and 4 (regular reserved seats/panorama seats) and car 3 (white Kuro-chan seats) will be on sale. *All other "Asoboy!" trains are reserved seats. >>>For details here. |
2023.2.24 Train schedules of SL Hitoyoshi have been released. Train schedules (from April to June) of SL Hitoyoshi, which will end its operation at the end of March 2024, have been released. Various kinds of events will be held for the last run of SL Hitoyoshi. Please ride on SL Hitoyoshi. ・SL Hitoyoshi will be displayed at Hakata Station: April 1st (Sat.), 2023, Hakata Station ・SL Hitoyoshi last season operation ceremony will be held at Kumamoto and Tosu Station. ・101th anniversary memorial event for SL "no.58654" / Venue: undecided ・Special operation and last operation ceremony for SL Hitoyoshi/ Venue: undecided *Train schedules after July 2023 will be announced as soon as they are decided. *A diesel locomotive will pull the steam locomotive (SL) and SL will be connected to the last part from Tosu to Kumamoto. *Please understand that events information including dates and venues stated above are subject to change. >>>For details here. >>>Official special site |
2023.1.20 Released D&S Operation Schedule for March, 2023 to June, 2023! D&S's operation schedule for December, 2021 to February, 2022 has been released. Please see the below Link. *The schedule is as of January 20, 2023. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here. |
2022.12.15 From December 15, 2022, we will add trains offering seat reservation! "'TWO STARS4047", which started operation in September 2022, will finally be added to the trains eligible for the online advance reservation service! The advance seat reservation service for "JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking" available to customers who have purchased a JR Kyushu Rail Pass in advance. "TWO STARS4047" has been added to the applicable trains of this service on December 15th! Let's depart for Saga and Nagasaki on the newly debuted shiny train. *Departure date is available from January 15, 2023. *Due to it's popularity, we sometimes receive a lot of access for reservations at the same time. Thank you for your understanding. *The advance reservation service is only available to those who have purchased a "JR Kyushu Rail Pass through "JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking" or a designated travel agency. For details, please check with the official website or the travel agency from which you purchased the ticket. *Only standard seats can be reserved. Please note that box seats and counter seats cannot be reserved. *Routes and services on trains are different inbetween morning and afternoon. >>>JR KYUSHU RAILPASS Online Booking >>>TWO STARS |
2022.11.2 Released D&S Operation Schedule for December, 2022 to February, 2023! D&S's operation schedule for December 1st, 2022 to February 28nd, 2023 has been released. Please see the each Train Varieties pages. *The schedule is as of November 21, 2022. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here. |
2022.8.19 "ARU RESSHA"" multilingual reservation service has started. Reservation service by "ARU RESSHA", previously available only in Japanese and within Japan, is now available in multiple languages. Welcoming you to a luxurious interior that is bested only by the "Seven Stars in Kyushu" cruise train. Please take the blissful D&S train where you can enjoy a course meal made specially by Chef Yoshihiro Narisawa, who has consistently crafted cuisine themed in the natural environment. ・Dealer Company: KLOOK ・Plans Available:"ARU RESSHA" Course Plan (that includes JR train one-way carriage fare, course dinner, free drinks, etc.) * Reservation accepted for the boarding in or after September. *Minimum number of participants is 2. *Please check the sales price on the KLOOK sales website. *Supported languages are based on languages available at KLOOK. >>>ARU RESSHA official website (English) |
2022.8.15 Information on the handling of the “JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS” following the start of service for the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen (Takeo-onsen and Nagasaki)on September 23, 2022 With the start of service for the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen (operating between Takeo-onsen and Nagasaki) on September 23, 2022, we would like to inform you of changes to the handling of the “JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS,” which currently sets the same service area as a free-travel zone. 1.JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS including the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen (Takeo-onsen and Nagasaki) ・All Kyushu 3 Days, 5 Days, 7 Days ・Northern Kyushu 3 Days, 5 Days, 2.Product use ・There will be no changes to the price at launch, effective period, etc. ・In addition to the way in which the product is currently used, the ability to use the JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS will be added to routes where it is possible to ride the Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen (between Takeo-onsen and Nagasaki). If a rail pass is purchased before September 23, it will also be possible to ride the Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen within the effective period of use for the pass. |
2022.6.24 Released D&S Operation Schedule for September 1st to 22nd, 2022! D&S's operation schedule for September 1st to 22nd, 2022 has been released. Please see the each Train Varieties pages. *The schedule is as of June 21, 2022. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here. |
2022.6.10 Released "Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen KAMOME" Operation Schedule! The schedule of Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen "KAMOME" that will start to operate on September 23, and the schedule of each limited express train that will be changed from September 23, have been announced. For details, please check the related documents from the link below. * The schedule announced is as of June 10, 2022. Please note that it may change after that. * Schedule for Kyushu Shinkansen and other limited express trains that are not on the list are the schedule that will not change. * The limited express "KAMOME" between Hakata and Nagasaki will end its service on September 22. * Tickets can be purchased starting one month prior to the train's departure date at 10am. >>>For details here. |
2022.5.31 The schedule for the new sightseeing train "TWO STARS 4047" debuting this year has been announced! The train will operate different routes in the morning and afternoon, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenery from the platform and the special features of each area along the routes. Why don't you experience the charm of the West Kyushu area this fall on TWO STARS 4047? 〇Operation start date: September 23, 2022 (Friday) 〇One train per day on each route, mainly on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Japanese national holidays. *Advance seat reservation is required on all trains. The reserved seats can be purchased one month prior to boarding. Please check the train information page for details by clicking the link below. >>>For details here. |
2022.5.23 Released D&S Operation Schedule for July, 2022 to August, 2022! D&S's operation schedule for July, 2022 to August, 2022 has been released. Please see the each Train Varieties pages. *The schedule is as of May 20, 2022. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here. |
2022.2.28 The first day Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen operations has been decided! Scheduled for fall of 2022, the commencement of West Kyushu Shinkansen operations has been decided! 〇Commencement: September 23 (Fri./Holiday), 2022 〇Route: Takeo-onsen Station - Nagasaki Station (66km) 〇Stations: 5 (Takeo-onsen Station, Ureshino-onsen Station, Shin-omura Station, Isahaya Station, Nagasaki Station) 〇Time: Hakata Station - Nagasaki Station approx. 80-min. (approx. 30-min. faster than current) We will work with locals to make all necessary preparations towards commencing operations of the Nishi Kyushu Shinkansen line to further develop Kyushu and bring energy to the region. *Details regarding operations will be released when determined. |
2022.2.4 JR Kyushu Rail Pass Information about product revision From April 1, 2022, price revision and service change of ""JR Kyushu Rail Pass"" is planned. Please be sure to check before purchasing. >>>For details here. |
2022.1.24 Released D&S Operation Schedule for March, 2022 to June, 2022! D&S's operation schedule for March, 2022 to June, 2022 has been release. Please see the each Train Varieties pages. *We will inform you of the operation schedule of "KAWASEMI YAMASEMI" and "ISABURO/SHINPEI" as soon as it is decided. *The schedule is as of January 21, 2022. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here. |
2021.12.2 The Limited Express ""HAYATO NO KAZE"" will be discontinued on March 21, 2022 The Limited Express ""HAYATO NO KAZE"", which had been suspended from September 2020 due to heavy rain, will resume operation for a limited time! The limited express ""HAYATO NO KAZE"", which has been carrying customers' smiles for a long time, will end its operation on March 21, 2022, and will be transformed into a new D&S train and will move the place of activity to Saga and Nagasaki in the fall of 2022. Thank you very much for your patronage for many years. Please look forward to the new D&S train as well. ○Operation period: From Saturday, December 25, 2021 to Monday, March 21, 2022. ○Operation section: Between Kagoshima Chuo Station and Yoshimatsu Station *As for the operation days, please check the train introduction page from the link below. *Reserved seats will go on sale from 10 am, one month prior to the operation period. >>>For details here. |
2021.11.29 Nichinan Line will run on all lines again! Regarding Nininan Line, which has been closed between Aoshima Station and Shibusi Station since September 16, 2021 due to Typhoon, we are pleased to inform you that the all Nichinan Line will be resumed. 1.Operation restart date From the first train on Saturday, December 11, 2021. *The schedule is subject to change depending on the progress of construction under the influence of the weather etc. >>>For details here. |
2021.10.21 Released D&S Operation Schedule for December, 2021 to February, 2022! D&S's operation schedule for December, 2021 to February, 2022 has been released. Please see the below Link. *The schedule is as of October 15, 2021. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>For more details here |
2021.9.9 Kyudai Main Line will run on all lines again! Regarding Kyudai Main Line, which has been closed between Hita Station and Bungo-Mori Station since August 12, 2021 due to heavy rain, we are pleased to inform you that the 1.Operation restart date From the first train on Friday, September 17, 2021. *The schedule is subject to change depending on the progress of construction under the influence of the weather etc. >>>For details here |
2021.8.24 Released D&S Operation Schedule for October to November! D&S's operation schedule for October to November has been release! Please see the below URL. *The schedule is as of August 20. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here |
2021.6.28 Notice of end of product release We will stop selling the following products. For customers who are considering using the products, please be aware of their expiration date. Thank you very much for your patronage for a long time. 〇JR KYUSHU DISCOVER RAIL PASS End of release date: Monday, June 28, 2021 (excluding the start of use of Monday, June 28, 2021) 〇JR KYUSHU Foreign Student Pass End of release date: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 (excluding the start of use of Wednesday, June 30, 2021) |
2021.5.27 Released D&S Operation Schedule for July to September! D&S's operation schedule for July to September has been release! Please see the below URL. *The schedule is as of May 21. Please be aware that dates and times may be subject to change due to sudden changes in weather or the spread of COVID-19. >>>For details here |
2021.1.27 The train operating schedule and operating date after March, 2021 has been decided! Train operating timetable will be changed from March 13th, 2021. In addition, the operating calendar from March 1st to June 30th of popular trains has been decided too! For more information of operating schedule for mainly trains after March 13th, click here! *There also are some changed points for Kyushu Shinkansen or other Limited Express trains which was not written on the list. We will announce other details separately. *This operation schedule is as of January 22nd in 2021. There is possibility that the train schedule would be changed from now on. *Operation schedule after July 2021 is not decided. It will be announced as soon as decided. |
2021.1.15 All lines on the Kyudai Main Line will reopen! Suspended by heavy rains in July 2020, the Bungo-Mori Station to Shonai Station routes on the Kyudai Main Line will reopen. Timetables and details will be released when finalized. 〇Reopening Routes and Dates 1. Yufuin Station to Shonai Station: First train departing on Feb. 13 (Sat.) 2021 2. Bungo-Mori Station to Yufuin Station: First train departing on Mar. 1 (Mon.) 2021 The reopening of above lines means all Kyudai Main Line routes from Kurume to Oita are opened. *Weather may affect construction and scheduled reopening. |
2020.9.10 [NEW PROJECT] GO! WAKUWAKU ADVENTURE with PIXAR Being created for the “GO! WAKU WAKU ADVENTURE with PIXAR” project, the “JR KYUSHU WAKU WAKU ADVENTURE SHINKANSEN” with lots of Pixar characters being drawn on top of the colorful design will start its operation from September 12, 2020! The world of Pixar movies is spreading in all cars, starting from the familiar Pixar Lamp, Pixar Ball to “Toy Story”, “Finding Nemo”, “Cars”, “The Incredibles”, etc. 〇 Operation period: September 12, 2020 - early May 2021 (Scheduled) 〇 Operation section: Hakata - Kumamoto - Kagoshima-chuo 〇 Train type: Kyushu Shinkansen 800 Series (1 configuration, 6 cars) >>For details please check here |
2020.9.7 From September 16, 2020, we will add trains offering seat reservation! From September 16, 2020, we will add trains offering seat reservation on JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking. Trains to be added are New luxury train “36+3” (operating on each area around the Kyushu), ‘Kyushu Odan Tokkyu’ (between Kumamoto - Beppu) and Limited Express ‘Aso’ (between Kumamoto - Miyaji). -Please note- *Seat reservation on JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking is available from 10 am (J.S.T) of the day one month prior to the date of the train you want to ride. *"36+3" operates on different sections depending on the days of the week. *The price for "36+3" is different. >>See here for details. |
2020.6.30 A new tourist train begins operation in October 15th, 2020 ~Introduction of the concept~ In October 15th, 2020, JR Kyushu will debut new tourist train for the first time in approximately three and a half years. The "36+3” tours all of the prefectures of Kyushu, the 36th largest island in the world, and welcomes customers to par- take in a journey that is packed with 35 episodes to enjoy Kyushu on five routes. We created this experience with the hope that customers will enjoy all of the train’s routes and tell us about their “36th episode". Regarding sales method, it is currently being adjusted. We will announce as soon as we decide. This time, we inform about only concept or operating route of 36+3 train. If you would like to enjoy the train travel in Kyushu more, don't miss this information! The Hisatsu Orange Railway has suspended the operation service due to the effect of heavy rain. Because of this influence, Limited Express "36+3" will not be operated on Thursday (Hakata - Kgoshima-Chou) for the time being. Therefore, operating service will be started from Kagoshima-Chuo station on Friday route. Originally, the first day of service was October 15th (Thu), however October 16th (Fri) will become the first day to operate due to the suspension of service on Thursday. Please note. *Operation is planned to resume from November 19th, 2020. >> For more information, here! |
2020.5.1 Project to keep sending out the energy of Kyushu, 「その日まで、ともにがんばろう OUCHI-Campaign!」 "OUCHI" means "House" in Japanese. While the new coronavirus is raging, do you feel a bit depressed because you cannot go outside? JR Kyushu has prepared "Things that you can enjoy at home" with the meaning of "Let's do our best together until people from all over the world visit Kyushu again! " Interesting contents will also be provided through the official SNS, etc. Furthermore, towards ""that day"" when visitors can come to Kyushu. “"STAY HOME"" now. Prepare for ""that day"". Let's do our best together until that day! (その日まで、ともにがんばろう!) >>The official Instagram has also been renewed! Be sure to check! |
2020.4.15 【Inportant notice】 Price Revision Information We are planning to revise our product price due to product's effectiveness change from June 1st, 2020. Please be sure to confirm before purchasing. >>For details please check here. |
2020.3.10 【Important notice】 For passengers who bring large baggage onto Tokaido-Sanyo-Kyushu Shinkansen In order to provide passengers using the Shinkansen with a safer, more comfortable traveling experience, from May 20th, 2020 passengers traveling with oversized baggage (total dimensions between 160cm and 250cm) will berequired to purchase a seat with oversized baggage area ticket, which includes use of the oversized baggage area. *Passengers traveling with oversized baggage without a reservation will be charged a baggage fee (1,000 yen including tax) >> See here for details. |
2020.1.17 "SUGOMON PASS (Hitoyoshi ver.)" will be released in a limited number. New designed “SUGOMON PASS”, Hitoyoshi ver. will be released in a limited number from January 23th, Thu, 2020 at 9 o’clock (J.S.T)! It has very special design which collaborates JR Kyushu’s sightseeing trains and Kumamon. Release date: from 9AM (J.S.T) on January 23, 2020, Thu
Number of sales: 3000 cards Sales price: 2000 yen Sales Point: Hakata Station and Kumamoto Station *This product is available to purchase only for customers who travel with "temporary visiter" visa. When purchasing, we confirm your passport. *It is purchasable only one card per one person. <New!!> >>For more information >>Official Web site |
2019.8.23 Notice for price changes JR Kyushu products price will be changed from October 1st, 2019 due to the consumption tax increase. Please definitely check before purchasing. >>>For more information, click here |
2019.7.26 Facebook is opened! Let’s discover the “Like” of Kyushu! Facebook page which introduce good information of Kyushu 7 prefectures and train trip has been opened! For people who know or also not, maybe you can find the new charm of Japan…!? With this chance, please check Facebook page! >>Please give it a Like! |
2019.2.28 Online reservation for tickets of JR Kyushu is available from outside Japan! JR Kyushu will launch an advance reservation service for tickets/trains for non-Japanese customers! Additionally, more languages are supported on JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS Online Booking! >>See here for details. |
2019.1.31 From Jan. 31, 2019, official Twitter regarding Train operating information will be distributed. Currently, JR Kyushu provides the information of train operating from “Notice about the suspension of train operation” at JR Kyushu web site in cases that there are possibilities to occur any service suspension or delay. In this time, added to distributing information at web site, train operating information in all area of Kyushu will be started to distribute in English. ・Service release date; January 31, 2019 around 10AM [Account name] Kyushu Railway Company Operating Information (English account for all Kyushu area)[Official] [Account] jrkyushu_all_en *Train operating information will be distributed only in cases that there are possibilities to occur service suspension or delay from over 15 minutes for trains in JR Kyushu. |
2018.9.1 Release NEW good value pass “JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS (FUKUOKA WIDE)”which you can use for Fukuoka/Karatsu area! From 1st September, 2018, JR-KYUSHU RAIL PASS (FUKUOKA WIDE) that is useable for Fukuoka/Karatsu area will be on sale. Please enjoy JR Kyushu trains not only but also Fukuoka and Karatsu with user special benefits by presenting the pass! >>Exclusive site here! >>Download for leaflet here! |
2017.8.1 "JR Kyushu Rail Pass Online Booking" service start! Today 10AM we released the website of 「JR Kyushu Rail Pass Online Booking」that announced on July 27! Please check the website! >>See here for details. |
2017.7.27 Starting August 1st, Yufuin no Mori, Yufu, and Ibusuki no Tamatebako Advance reservation seat service will start! On August 1st, we will open a new website "JR Kyushu Rail Pass Online Booking" and start selling the JR Kyushu Rail Pass and Yufuin no Mori, Yufu, and Ibusuki no Tamatebako advance reservation seat service (*). Take advantage of the new service to enjoy a more comfortable Kyushu rail trip! * The advance reservation seat service is for customers who have purchased a JR Kyushu Rail Pass or a voucher of the pass through "JR Kyushu Rail Pass Online Booking" or specific travel agencies |
2016.11.14 Partial Change of Eligibility for use of JR Kyushu Rail Pass JR Kyushu Rail Pass has been sold to a Japanese national living outside of Japan who meets the certain conditions, however, the sales of the Exchange Order will be ended on March 31, 2017. (The Exchange Order is not sold in Japan.) Eligibility of use of the Exchange Order sold on and after April 1, 2017 will exclusively be for foreign tourists visiting Japan from abroad for sightseeing, under the entry status of "temporary visitor." (*Only for those who have the foreign passport.) |
2015.12.21 New rules for JR Kyushu Rail Pass From April 1st 2016, the usage rules of the pass will change as below. (1)A limitation on the number of Reserve Seat Tickets one can obtain: 3-Day Pass:10 times maximum, 5-Day Pass:16 times maximum (2)A new area will be added to the Northern Kyushu Area Pass. *The inclusion of our sightseeing train “A-TRAIN” in the pass. >>See here for details. |
2015.8.28 The interior of Kyushu Shinkansen and D&S Train will be covered on Google Street View. JR Kyushu will have the interior of 9 types of trains in total (Kyushu Shinkansen and D&S trains including Yufuin No Mori) covered on Google Street View. >>https://www.google.co.jp/intl/ja/maps/streetview/#japanese-trains |
2015.6.1 Notice of price revision We have determined that we will raise a price of JR-Kyushu Rail Pass on July 1st, 2015. Northern Kyushu Area Pass : 3-day pass JPY8,500, 5-day pass JPY10,000 All Kyushu Area Pass : 3-day pass JPY15,000, 5-day pass JPY18,000 |
2015.1.21 We started Free Wi-Fi service in Limited Express Yufuin no Mori. We started Free Wi-Fi service in Limited Express Yufuin no Mori Please enjoy your rail trip and share memories of your trip with your friends by using Free Wi-Fi service. |
2014.12.26 The JR Kyushu website has been completely updated. |