Collaboration "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den Train to Run from Friday, July 31!

Nose Electric Railway will operate a "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den train, featuring original headmarks, car door stickers, and in-car stickers, between Kawanishi-Noseguchi Station and Nissei-Chuo Station/Myokenguchi Station, in conjunction with Hankyu Railway's "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" collaboration project "Let's Go! Exciting George Train." The train will begin service on Friday, July 31.

Additionally, in line with Hankyu Railway's "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" stamp rally starting Tuesday, August 4, Nose Electric Railway's Yamashita Station will be a stamp point. A photo spot for taking pictures with characters will be set up at the station, and a "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Digital One-Day Pass [Nose Edition], convenient for participating in the stamp rally, will be released.

Furthermore, Nose Electric Railway will release an original product: a miniature headmark magnet of the "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den train, exclusively at the Yamashita Station Assistant Manager's Office.

We hope you will enjoy your time on the Nose Electric Railway with the charming world of "Curious George," loved by many.

Details are as follows:

1. Regarding the operation of the "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den Train

(1) Operation Period: Friday, July 31, 2026 – Wednesday, February 17, 2027

(2) Target Train Set: Train set 7201 (1 set)

(3) Contents

<1> Display of Original Headmarks

Original Nose Electric Railway headmarks with different designs will be displayed on the front and rear cars.

<2> Display of In-car Stickers <11 types in total>

Stickers with original illustrations from "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" will be affixed inside the train.

<3> Application of Car Door Stickers and Display of Door Side Posters

*Images are for illustrative purposes.

*The train set in operation may be changed without prior notice.

*Operation information will be announced on the Nose Electric Railway special website.

*Please refrain from inquiries regarding train operations.

2. Regarding the release of the "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Digital One-Day Pass

A "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Digital One-Day Pass [Nose Edition] will be released, offering unlimited rides on all Hankyu Railway lines (excluding Kobe Rapid Transit Line), Hankyu Bus (excluding some routes), and all Nose Electric Railway lines for one day of your choice within the validity period. With the purchase of the pass, you will receive an original photo card (1 of 3 random designs) at Hankyu Railway information counters, etc.

"Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Digital One-Day Pass

<Sales Period>

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Monday, November 9, 2026

<Sales Price (Tax Included)>

[Hankyu Edition] Adults ¥1,400, Children ¥700

[Nose Edition] Adults ¥1,800, Children ¥900

<Sales Locations>

Surutto QRtto Web page

*This pass will not be sold at Hankyu Railway information counters or Hankyu Bus ticket sales offices other than this web page.

*Please register as a member in advance on the "Surutto QRtto Web page" and then purchase from the same web page.

*For details on how to use the pass, please check the official Nose Electric Railway website.

https://noseden.hankyu.co.jp/ticket/gain_detail/a7ae6c0298345fd.html

<Valid Sections>

[Hankyu Edition]

・All Hankyu Railway lines (excluding Kobe Rapid Transit Line)

・All Hankyu Bus lines (excluding some routes such as night buses and community buses*)

*Nagaokakyo City Happii Bus, Muko City Gurutto Muko Bus, Minoo City Orange Yuzuru Bus, Suita City Sui Sui Bus, Nishinomiya City Sakura Yamanami Bus, Inagawa Town Fureai Bus, Kiyoshijin Line, Municipal Suita Stadium Line, Takarazuka Sumire Cemetery Line, Nagaozan Reien Line, and other event transportation.

[Nose Edition]

・In addition to the valid sections of the Hankyu Edition, all Nose Electric Railway lines.

<Original Photo Card Exchange Locations>

[Hankyu Edition]

Information Counter, Hankyu Tourist Center Osaka-Umeda, Hankyu Kyoto Information Center Kawaramachi

[Nose Edition] Yamashita Station (Nose Electric Railway) and photo card exchange locations for the [Hankyu Edition]

*The design of the photo cards is the same for both [Hankyu Edition] and [Nose Edition].

*Photo cards can only be exchanged while the pass is in use. Please note that they cannot be exchanged before or after the pass is used.

*One photo card will be given per pass.

3. Regarding the installation of "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Stamp Points and Photo Spots

Nose Electric Railway's Yamashita Station will be a stamp point for Hankyu Railway's "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" stamp rally.

In addition, a photo spot will be set up for taking pictures with the characters.

(1) Installation Period: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Monday, November 9, 2026

(2) Installation Location: Immediately outside the ticket gate at Yamashita Station

(3) Installation Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

(4) Participation Fee: Free

*Transportation costs for the stamp rally are the responsibility of the customer.

*For details on the stamp rally, please check the "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" special website of Hankyu Railway.

4. Regarding the sale of "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den Original Magnets and Other Collaboration Goods (Partial)

The "Curious George x Hankyu Railway Nose-den Train Original Headmark Miniature Magnet (2-piece set)" will be sold at the Yamashita Station Assistant Manager's Office. This product will only be available at the Yamashita Station Assistant Manager's Office.

In addition, some "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" collaboration goods will be sold alongside this.

(1) Sales Period: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 –

(2) Sales Location: Yamashita Station Assistant Manager's Office

(3) Sales Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

*Details of the products handled will be announced on the Nose Electric Railway special website.

*Sales will end when the stock at the Yamashita Station Assistant Manager's Office is sold out.

<1> Nose-den Original Product

"Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Nose-den Train

Original Headmark Miniature Magnet

(2-piece set)

This product was planned and produced by Nose Electric Railway Co., Ltd. under a product licensing agreement with Universal Studios Licensing LLC.

<2> "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Collaboration Goods

〇Novelty Gift

Customers who purchase collaboration goods will receive an original shopper bag.

Additionally, those who spend ¥3,000 (tax included) or more in a single transaction will receive one original can badge.

*Quantities are limited and will be available until supplies last.

★About "Curious George"

The picture book "Curious George," published by Rey and Rey in 1941, will celebrate its 85th anniversary in 2026. George, the "little monkey" full of curiosity who causes lovable mischief and adventures, has become a representative character of the picture book series. The animated version of George, now in its 19th year on NHK E Tele, is also loved by many across generations. Since its 80th anniversary in 2021, new experiential facilities such as the first-ever dining cafe and playground have opened, and the lineup of merchandise has expanded year by year, making it a highly popular character for all ages and genders.

〇Nose Electric Railway Special Website https://noseden.hankyu.co.jp/railway/noseden_george/

*Regarding the "Curious George x Hankyu Railway" collaboration project, Hankyu Railway has issued a news release on the same date as this release. Please view it as well.

・News Release:

https://www.hankyu-hanshin.co.jp/release/2026/06/a06fb7bbb20608e65db0d9f13ea6f5e71ac3d712.pdf

・"Curious George x Hankyu Railway" Special Website:

https://www.hankyu.co.jp/area_info/osarunogeorge-hankyu2026/index.html

*When publishing photos and other materials, please include the following credit.

*All photos are for illustrative purposes.

*The information provided is current as of today. Please note that it may be subject to change without prior notice.

●Nose Electric Railway Official Website https://noseden.hankyu.co.jp

Inquiries regarding this matter from customers:

Nose Electric Railway Co., Ltd. Railway Business Department (Sales Representative)

TEL: 072-792-7716 FAX: 072-792-7730

(Weekdays 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

Nose Electric Railway Co., Ltd. https://noseden.hankyu.co.jp/

Release https://www.hankyu-hanshin.co.jp/release/2026/07/9cc6089207cf3548759cdf1456198801c12ec9c5.pdf

Issued by: Hankyu Hanshin Holdings

1-16-1 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka