Fuji Kyuko Line Collaboration Train 'SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN' Starts Operation Today, May 1 (Friday)
Fujisanroku Electric Railway Co., Ltd., part of the Fuji Kyu Group, is launching a limited-time collaboration with "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY FES 2026" on the Fuji Kyuko Line starting today, May 1. This initiative includes a special "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN" with original headmarks and interior posters, and welcome flags at Kawaguchiko Station, aiming to extend the festival experience to the journey.
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Fujisanroku Electric Railway Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture; President: Kenichi Ishii), part of the Fuji Kyu Group, will implement a limited-time collaboration project on the Fuji Kyuko Line starting today, in conjunction with "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY FES 2026" to be held at Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater on May 23 (Saturday) and 24 (Sunday), 2026.
This project is linked to the concept of "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY FES 2026," which is to enjoy music, food, fashion, and nature with all five senses, allowing visitors to experience its world even during their travel time to the venue. Starting today, the special collaboration train "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN" will operate, featuring an original headmark inspired by the key visual of the performance and an interior "poster-jacked" with performers' posters. In addition, welcome flags will be displayed at Kawaguchiko Station, allowing visitors to enjoy the festival atmosphere even before arriving at the venue. Furthermore, on the days of the performance, special temporary trains using the collaboration train will be operated, broadcasting original announcements (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki inside the train.
Enjoy the exciting and unique productions of the Fuji Kyuko Line from the moment you board the train until you arrive at the foot of Mount Fuji.
Special Collaboration Train "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN" Operation
1. Limited-Time Special Collaboration Train Operated on Regular Schedule
From May 1 (Friday) to May 24 (Sunday), 2026, a collaboration train featuring an original headmark designed with the key visual of this performance and "poster-jacked" with performers will operate on the regular schedule.
■ Operation Period:
May 1 (Friday) – May 24 (Sunday), 2026
■ Operation Section:
Fuji Kyuko Line: Otsuki Station – Kawaguchiko Station
■ Rolling Stock Used:
6000 series train (1 set of 3 cars)
■ Operation Times:
Operates on regular schedule (Operation times vary by day).
*The schedule for the relevant train will be published weekly on the official Fuji Kyuko Line website.
2. Special Train with Announcements Operated Only on Performance Days (One-way trip per day)
On the days of the performance, a special train using the collaboration rolling stock will operate. Inside the train, original announcements (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki will be broadcast, allowing passengers to enjoy a special moment that can only be experienced on the Fuji Kyuko Line even during their travel time to the venue.
■ Operation Dates:
May 23 (Saturday) and May 24 (Sunday), 2026
■ Operation Time:
Otsuki Departs 10:03 → Kawaguchiko Arrives 10:59 *One-way trip per day
*Pre-recorded audio will be used for announcements.
*Operation times are subject to change without notice due to actual operating conditions on the day.
[Information on Fares]
Both the collaboration train (limited-time operation) and the special train (performance day only) operated under this project can be used with regular fares.
(Reference) Fuji Kyuko Line Otsuki Station – Kawaguchiko Station: Adults 1,170 yen/person, Children 590 yen
[Notes]
*All trains are local trains stopping at every station.
*Please note that depending on the congestion situation on the day, you may not be able to board for safety reasons.
*For details on return train times and other information, please check the official Fujisanroku Electric Railway website.
Official Fuji Kyuko Line website: https://www.fujikyu-railway.jp
Welcome Production to Color the Festival World at Kawaguchiko Station
At Kawaguchiko Station, on the days of the performance only, an original welcome announcement (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki will be broadcast upon train arrival on the platform. In addition, from May 16 until the end of the performance, flags of this performance will be displayed in the station rotary, allowing visitors to enjoy the festival atmosphere from the moment they arrive.
■ Location:
Kawaguchiko Station
■ Content:
① Broadcast welcome announcement on the platform upon train arrival
Implementation Dates: May 23 (Saturday) and May 24 (Sunday), 2026
② Display flags in the station rotary
Implementation Period: May 16 (Saturday) – May 24 (Sunday), 2026
*Pre-recorded audio will be used for announcements.
*Flag designs will be released sequentially on the official website.
Fuji Kyuko Line Special Train Information – Make the journey to the venue a memorable experience
In addition to the special trains introduced this time, the Fuji Kyuko Line also operates tourist trains. The Fuji View Express features a vermillion metallic body designed by industrial designer Eiji Mitooka. The interior is a warm space utilizing wood and fabric, where you can gaze at Mount Fuji from frame-like windows. By reservation, you can also enjoy Western-style sweets exclusively for this train, created by the patissiers of Highland Resort Hotel & Spa, available only on weekends and holidays.
Fujisanroku Electric Railway Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture; President: Kenichi Ishii), part of the Fuji Kyu Group, will implement a limited-time collaboration project on the Fuji Kyuko Line starting today, in conjunction with "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY FES 2026" to be held at Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater on May 23 (Saturday) and 24 (Sunday), 2026.
This project is linked to the concept of "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY FES 2026," which is to enjoy music, food, fashion, and nature with all five senses, allowing visitors to experience its world even during their travel time to the venue. Starting today, the special collaboration train "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN" will operate, featuring an original headmark inspired by the key visual of the performance and an interior "poster-jacked" with performers' posters. In addition, welcome flags will be displayed at Kawaguchiko Station, allowing visitors to enjoy the festival atmosphere even before arriving at the venue. Furthermore, on the days of the performance, special temporary trains using the collaboration train will be operated, broadcasting original announcements (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki inside the train.
Enjoy the exciting and unique productions of the Fuji Kyuko Line from the moment you board the train until you arrive at the foot of Mount Fuji.
Special Collaboration Train "SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY TRAIN" Operation
1. Limited-Time Special Collaboration Train Operated on Regular Schedule
From May 1 (Friday) to May 24 (Sunday), 2026, a collaboration train featuring an original headmark designed with the key visual of this performance and "poster-jacked" with performers will operate on the regular schedule.
■ Operation Period:
May 1 (Friday) – May 24 (Sunday), 2026
■ Operation Section:
Fuji Kyuko Line: Otsuki Station – Kawaguchiko Station
■ Rolling Stock Used:
6000 series train (1 set of 3 cars)
■ Operation Times:
Operates on regular schedule (Operation times vary by day).
*The schedule for the relevant train will be published weekly on the official Fuji Kyuko Line website.
2. Special Train with Announcements Operated Only on Performance Days (One-way trip per day)
On the days of the performance, a special train using the collaboration rolling stock will operate. Inside the train, original announcements (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki will be broadcast, allowing passengers to enjoy a special moment that can only be experienced on the Fuji Kyuko Line even during their travel time to the venue.
■ Operation Dates:
May 23 (Saturday) and May 24 (Sunday), 2026
■ Operation Time:
Otsuki Departs 10:03 → Kawaguchiko Arrives 10:59 *One-way trip per day
*Pre-recorded audio will be used for announcements.
*Operation times are subject to change without notice due to actual operating conditions on the day.
[Information on Fares]
Both the collaboration train (limited-time operation) and the special train (performance day only) operated under this project can be used with regular fares.
(Reference) Fuji Kyuko Line Otsuki Station – Kawaguchiko Station: Adults 1,170 yen/person, Children 590 yen
[Notes]
*All trains are local trains stopping at every station.
*Please note that depending on the congestion situation on the day, you may not be able to board for safety reasons.
*For details on return train times and other information, please check the official Fujisanroku Electric Railway website.
Official Fuji Kyuko Line website: https://www.fujikyu-railway.jp
Welcome Production to Color the Festival World at Kawaguchiko Station
At Kawaguchiko Station, on the days of the performance only, an original welcome announcement (pre-recorded) by Kou Shibasaki will be broadcast upon train arrival on the platform. In addition, from May 16 until the end of the performance, flags of this performance will be displayed in the station rotary, allowing visitors to enjoy the festival atmosphere from the moment they arrive.
■ Location:
Kawaguchiko Station
■ Content:
① Broadcast welcome announcement on the platform upon train arrival
Implementation Dates: May 23 (Saturday) and May 24 (Sunday), 2026
② Display flags in the station rotary
Implementation Period: May 16 (Saturday) – May 24 (Sunday), 2026
*Pre-recorded audio will be used for announcements.
*Flag designs will be released sequentially on the official website.
Fuji Kyuko Line Special Train Information – Make the journey to the venue a memorable experience
In addition to the special trains introduced this time, the Fuji Kyuko Line also operates tourist trains. The Fuji View Express features a vermillion metallic body designed by industrial designer Eiji Mitooka. The interior is a warm space utilizing wood and fabric, where you can gaze at Mount Fuji from frame-like windows. By reservation, you can also enjoy Western-style sweets exclusively for this train, created by the patissiers of Highland Resort Hotel & Spa, available only on weekends and holidays.