Train Varieties
TWO STARS 4047
Begins service in fall 2022!
This new D&S (Design & Story) sightseeing will allow many people to experience the charms of the West Kyushu area while touring the “two stars” of Kyushu tourism—Saga Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture—in KiHa 40 and 47 series train cars.
*Service information and other details will be presented at a later time. Please wait just a little while longer.
"Lounge 40" (sales counter)（Car-2）
This car can be used as a common space for passengers. There will be a buffet (sales counter) inside the car, and cabin attendants will sell snacks, drinks, sweets, and other items from areas along the train’s route.
Sofa seats（Car-1,3）
*Tables may be shared with other passengers.
Booth seating（Car-1）
If there are of 3 to 4 in your traveling party, it is a good idea to reserve booth seats with a table. (Advance reservation required)
Intro Movie
Intro Movie
See the journey through the beautiful landscapes of Kyushu.
Local sake bar “HAMA BAR”
At Hizen-Hama Station, the nearest station to the Hizen Hamashuku historic district with its vibrant sake brewing scene, visitors can sample and compare delicious local sake at the “HAMA BAR,” located right in the station building.
View from Mt. Inasayama
A landmark of Nagasaki City and a very popular spot for taking in the night vistas. Along with those of Monaco and Shanghai, Mt. Inasayama has been ranked as one of the world's new top three nightscapes.
Arita, the ceramic town
With a tradition spanning around 400 years, Arita is famous for its ceramics. The streetscape featuring many historically-significant buildings is also a major drawcard.
Chiwata Station
This station features a retro-style building offering sweeping panoramic views of beautiful Omura Bay. It is also famous as the perfect location for viewing the sunset.
Bento box reservation service
In-train bento boxes and some sweets are available by advance reservation only. Please make your reservation well in advance before boarding.
On-Board Sales
Ariake Bay
This is the largest sea in Kyushu and spans across 4 prefectures: Saga, Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Kumamoto.
Omura Bay
This bay is also known as the “Koto Sea” because the sound of the waves beating gently against the shore is similar to that of the koto (a traditional Japanese stringed instrument).
Port of Nagasaki
This port was opened in 1571 when Portuguese ships entered the port and asked to engage in trade. At the time, the port also played an important role in Japan’s acceptance of foreign industries and cultures as the only gateway to countries outside of Japan.
Station Stops and Time Table
1 round trip a day
As of January 2025
Takeo-onsen ⇒ Nagasaki
Nagasaki ⇒ Takeo-onsen
Operation Schedule
- “TWO STARS 4047” in operation.
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2025 Mar.
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2025 Apr.
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2025 Jun.
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*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
TWO STARS 4047
*Morning departures reverse direction at Kohoku Station
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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)
Shinkansen (Bullet Train)
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