Train Varieties
UMISACHI YAMASACHI
This is a popular sightseeing train where you can enjoy the beauty of Miyazaki's coast and mountains. Coastal views quickly change into deep-green mountains. As the name of the train suggests, you can enjoy a wide variety of views from the window of this train. Local obisugi (cedar) wood is used for both the interior and exterior of the train and creates the ambience of a resort.
Sofa seat
One of the best parts of a train journey is that you can enjoy more personal space while traveling. Sofa seats are available in both Umisachi and Yamasachi cars. Spend some relaxing time in conversation with your fellow travelers.
Reclining seat
All reclining seats require a reservation. Sit back and enjoy views of the southern countryside.
Customer Service Counter
Adjacent to the sofa seating area in the Yamasachi car, a Customer Service Counter is available to serve you. Miyazaki' s traditional local toys and other object made of obisugi cedar are displayed here. The space is lined with the beautiful grain of obisugicedar which creates a warm atmosphere.
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.
A view of Devil’s Washboard from the train window
Between Aoshima Island and Kinchaku Island to the south, you will see a 8km-long beach with wave-like rocks called the “Devil’s Washboard.” The coastal soil has been washed by ocean wave for such a long period of time that only the layers of the hard sandstone bed remain. They resemble a giant washboard beach and people can walk on it when the tide is low.
On-board picture story show
Cabin attendants will provide a picture story of the "UMISACHI YAMASACHI Legend".
(UMISACHI YAMASACHI No.1 and 3)
Commemorative Card
All passengers will receive this card. It also has a space for a stamp that will help you memorialize your trip.
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
*There are some cases that the on-board sales is not open even if the train is operating on. Please be understanding in advance.
Obi Castle Remains
Obi Castle was said to be built in the period of the Northern and Southern Courts (Japan). The front castle gate was restored in 1978 and is the only remaining building. This place is also known as a great cherry blossom viewing spot in spring.
Gallery Kodama
Enjoy a relaxing time at this gallery building, a restored merchant house from the Meiji period.
Subtropical Crop Research Institute / Botanical Garden
This is a subtropical botanical garden located adjacent to the roadside station, “Michinoeki Nango”. You will be able to see a wide variety of rare flowers and fruits in a huge glass-covered greenhouse.
Char-broiled Pole-and-line-caught Nichinan Skipjack
Nichinan has the highest yield of skipjack caught by pole-and-line method. This dish has become very popular locally since it was first introduced in May 2010, and is now attracting visitors from all around Japan. Skipjack is normally consumed raw or lightly roasted. Char-broiled is a totally new way. Enjoy the special dish that you can find only here in Nichinan area.
Station List and Time Table
1 or 2 round trips a day
As of January 2025
Miyazaki ⇒ Nango
Only major stops are listed.
Nango ⇒ Miyazaki
Only major stops are listed.
Operation Schedule
- All “UMISACHI YAMASACHI” in operation.
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*Timetables may remain valid for only a few months.
Smoking is prohibited on this train.
- Reserved
- Non-reserved
- Car number
UMISACHI YAMASACHI
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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.
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