Train Varieties
A-TRAIN
The theme behind this train was built around the Southern European culture prevalent in Amakusa in 16th century. The interior is constructed using dark woods and stained glass, bringing travelers into a scene straight out of a movie. This train guarantees your journey will be a memorable one.
A-TRAIN BAR (Car-1)
How about spending some relaxing time with your favorite drink at the A-TRAIN BAR?
Car-1: Cabin
Seats are covered with fabric with classical patterns.
Car-2: Sofa
Booths with a large folding table and sofas are also available.
Car-2: Booth
Booths with a large folding table and sofas are also available.
Car-2: Kids Chairs
There are window seats for children.
Intro Movie
Intro Movie
See the journey through the beautiful landscapes of Kyushu.
Google Street View
Google Street View
Take a look at the Kyushu Shinkansen and D&S Train interior.
Okoshiki Beach
Bar counter
A-TRAIN BAR (Car-1) is furnished with comfortable benches and sofas. Sit back and relax with your favorite drink.
Stained glass
Stained glass enhances the beautiful interior of the train. A famous jazz piece, “Take the ‘A’ Train,” arranged by Minoru Mukaiya plays in the background, setting the mood for your journey.
Commemorative Card
All passengers will receive this card. It also has space for a stamp that will help you memorialize your trip.
Photo services
How about a photo holding the special panel? Cabin attendants will help you memorialize your trip. Please feel free to contact your cabin attendant.
On-Board Sales
Dolphin Watching (operated by SEA CRUISE)
You can watch cute Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins swimming right in front of your eyes. If you are lucky, they may leap for you. Please contact SEA CRUISE for cruise departure time and fees.Please refer to this link for detail.
Misumi Station
The Misumi Station building renovations were timed to coincide with the launch of “A-TRAIN.” The Southern European-style building blends in with the many Catholic churches found in the Amakusa area. The Amakusa Takarajima Line terminal is located only a 2 minutes away on foot from Misumi Station.
Oe Cathedral
This is a Romanesque-style cathedral that was built in 1933 by a priest named Garnier who dedicated his life to missionary work and his followers. It is said that the priest also influenced Tekkan Yosano, a Japanese author and poet.
Station Stops and Time Table
2 round trips a day
As of January 2024
Kumamoto ⇒ Misumi
| For Misumi | Kumamoto Lv. | Uto Lv. | Oda Lv. | Misumi Ar. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-TRAIN 1 | 10:21 | 10:31 | 11:22 | 11:35 |
| A-TRAIN 3 | 13:06 | 13:17 | 13:57 | 14:11 |
Misumi ⇒ Kumamoto
| For Kumamoto | Misumi Lv. | Oda Lv. | Uto Lv. | Kumamoto Ar. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-TRAIN 2 | 11:58 | - | 12:26 | 12:37 |
| A-TRAIN 4 | 16:35 | - | 17:03 | 17:13 |
Operation Schedule
- All “A-TRAIN” in operation.
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2024 October.
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2024 November.
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2024 December.
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2025 Jan.
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2025 Feb.
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
*Timetables may remain valid for only a few months.
All seats on this train are reserved seating. Smoking is prohibited on this train.
- Reserved
- Car number
A-TRAIN No.1,2,3,4,5,6
Purchase a Rail Pass
You can purchase JR Kyushu Rail Passes and reserve seats on popular Kyushu trains.
One-way and round-trip tickets
Purchase one-way and round-trip tickets, reserved seats, and early discount tickets from the JR-KYUSHU Train Reservation page.
Train Lineup
Design & Story Trains (Sightseeing Trains)
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Seasonal muffin set
"This two-item set includes a seasonal muffin made using organic fruit grown at a fruit farm in Misumi Town in Kumamoto and an Oreo muffin.The seasonal muffins use the most delicious fruits of the season, so it is possible to enjoy them again and again as the tastes change with the season.The seasonal muffin and Oreo muffin are designed with two colors in the image of the A-Train and are only sold on the train.
■Days of the week: Saturday... A-TRAIN No,2~6 / Sunday...A-TRAIN No,1~6
700 yen (tax included)
Highball
"A" Highball (Decopon)
550 yen each (tax included)
Highball with local Decopon orange is offered.
Pin badges (circle type/wing type)
550 yen each (tax included)
Ballpoint Pen and Coaster
A multifunctional ballpoint pen and coaster designed by a cabin attendant.
900 yen / 800yen (tax included)
A-Soda
A soda made with local dekopon citrus
350 yen (tax included)
CACAOKEN Salted Chocolate
The high-quality Amakusa salt brings out the sweetness of the chocolate. This chocolate also pairs excellently with a highball.
600 yen (tax included)
Sabury Popcorn Amakusa Salt Butter
An addictive flavor combo made with blue seaweed from Amakusa and butter.
450 yen (tax included)