Ibusuki no Tamatebako JR Kyushu limited express Kagoshima-chuo Station – Ibusuki Station
Head to Ibusuki on this train, designed around the theme of the legend of the Dragon’s Palace told on Satsuma Peninsular in Kagoshima Prefecture. This train has an interesting monotone exterior, and a stylish wooden interior. The train produces white smoke when people board, referring to Urashima Taro’s treasure box, and the white smoke that came from it.
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More Information about Ibusuki no Tamatebako JR Kyushu limited express Kagoshima-chuo Station – Ibusuki Station
Street address
- Kagoshima-Chuo Station - Ibusuki Station
Access
- Round trip: Kagoshima-Chuo Station ⇔ Ibusuki Station
Opening Hours
- The train travels back and forth three times per day
Closed
- Runs daily
Best season
- All year
Point
- As this is a popular train, we recommend you book in advance. The melon bread and pudding sold on the train always sells out.
update: Sep.3.2024

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