About the 2nd Anniversary Project for the Limited Express "Kampachi-Ichiroku" Service Start
The limited express "Kampachi-Ichiroku" celebrates its 2nd anniversary since its launch in April 2024, with special commemorative events scheduled for April 25th and 26th. These plans include unique hospitality at stations along the route, the installation of an in-car bookshelf, and workshops, all expressing gratitude to passengers.
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The limited express "Kampachi-Ichiroku," which began service in April 2024, will celebrate its 2nd anniversary on Sunday, April 26th, this year, supported by the local communities. Approximately 18,000 customers have used the service in the two years since its launch. To express our gratitude, we are pleased to announce special 2nd-anniversary projects.
Image of train in motion, Lounge Sugi dining image
■ 2nd Anniversary Project Details
1. Hospitality at Each Station
The limited express "Kampachi-Ichiroku" offers "hospitality" at intermediate stops, allowing passengers to experience the local culture and climate of the areas along the route. On Saturday, April 25th, and Sunday, April 26th, the hospitality stations will offer special "hospitality" different from usual, in conjunction with the 2nd anniversary of "Kampachi-Ichiroku."
Please enjoy the warm hospitality from the local communities, allowing you to feel the local culture along the route!
〇 Saturday, April 25th: Hospitality on the Kampachi-go train
Station Name | Time | Hospitality
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Tanushimaru Station | Around 13:22 - 13:34 | ・Greeting and farewell by Kuruppa, Kurume City's official character
| | ・Greeting and farewell by local kindergarten children
| | ・Greeting and farewell by the Tanushimaru Kappa Tribe
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
Era Station | Around 14:52 - 15:08 | ・Greeting and farewell by Miya-chan, Kuju Town's official character
| | ・Greeting and farewell by Kuju Tourism Ambassadors
| | ・Performance of local traditional lion dance
| | ・Serving and sales of "Sparkling Sake" by Yatsushika Brewery
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
〇 Sunday, April 26th: Hospitality on the Ichiroku-go train
Station Name | Time | Hospitality
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Amagase Station | Around 13:17 - 13:27 | ・Greeting and farewell by Tansosan, Hita City's official character
| | ・Performance by Amagase Scoop Shamisen "Kirakira Hoisazu"
| | ・Serving of hot spring boiled eggs by Amagase Onsen Ryokan Association
| | ・Serving of sacred sake by Takatsuka Atago Jizoson
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
Ukiha Station | Around 13:58 - 14:18 | ・Greeting and farewell by Ukipi, Ukiha City's official character
| | ・Welcome performance by Japanese drum group "Soma"
| | ・Fun prize lottery for all boarding customers
| | ・Sales of local specialty products and Ichinose-yaki pottery by local residents, etc.
*Hospitality at each station may change depending on operational status.
2. Special In-Car Projects
(1) Installation of the in-car bookshelf "Kanroku Bunko"
≪Implementation Period≫ From Saturday, April 25th
Selected books on "travel," "railways," and "local culture" will be placed on the bookshelf inside the Kampachi-Ichiroku train to enrich the time spent on board. The selection of books is supervised by "Kamoshika Books," active in Oita City. Please pick them up and enjoy.
【Kamoshika Books】
A bookstore in Oita City that handles new and used books. It offers books across all genres, including literature, philosophy, art books, and culture.
(Address): 2-8-12F Chuo-machi, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
(HP) https://kamoshikabooks.com/
Image of books to be placed, Kamoshika Books interior
(2) Start of In-Car Events
≪Implementation Period≫ From Saturday, April 25th
Starting from the service on Saturday, April 25th, workshops to deepen understanding of the areas along the route will be held on a first-come, first-served, paid basis for those who wish to participate. The content of the events will change periodically, but the first session will be themed "Ukiha's Fruits," including a jam tasting. Please take this opportunity to experience the rich blessings of Ukiha.
【In-Car Event Outline】
●Content: Passengers will learn about "Ukiha," known as the fruit kingdom, and why it is famous for its fruits, through enjoyable conversations with the cabin crew.
●Application Method: Accepted inside the train (first-come, first-served)
●Number of Participants: Approximately 10 people per session
●Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
●Fee: 1,000 yen (tax included)
(Photo provided by) Ukiha Mirai
Image of train in motion, Lounge Sugi dining image
■ 2nd Anniversary Project Details
1. Hospitality at Each Station
The limited express "Kampachi-Ichiroku" offers "hospitality" at intermediate stops, allowing passengers to experience the local culture and climate of the areas along the route. On Saturday, April 25th, and Sunday, April 26th, the hospitality stations will offer special "hospitality" different from usual, in conjunction with the 2nd anniversary of "Kampachi-Ichiroku."
Please enjoy the warm hospitality from the local communities, allowing you to feel the local culture along the route!
〇 Saturday, April 25th: Hospitality on the Kampachi-go train
Station Name | Time | Hospitality
---|---|---
Tanushimaru Station | Around 13:22 - 13:34 | ・Greeting and farewell by Kuruppa, Kurume City's official character
| | ・Greeting and farewell by local kindergarten children
| | ・Greeting and farewell by the Tanushimaru Kappa Tribe
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
Era Station | Around 14:52 - 15:08 | ・Greeting and farewell by Miya-chan, Kuju Town's official character
| | ・Greeting and farewell by Kuju Tourism Ambassadors
| | ・Performance of local traditional lion dance
| | ・Serving and sales of "Sparkling Sake" by Yatsushika Brewery
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
〇 Sunday, April 26th: Hospitality on the Ichiroku-go train
Station Name | Time | Hospitality
---|---|---
Amagase Station | Around 13:17 - 13:27 | ・Greeting and farewell by Tansosan, Hita City's official character
| | ・Performance by Amagase Scoop Shamisen "Kirakira Hoisazu"
| | ・Serving of hot spring boiled eggs by Amagase Onsen Ryokan Association
| | ・Serving of sacred sake by Takatsuka Atago Jizoson
| | ・Sales of local specialty products by local residents, etc.
Ukiha Station | Around 13:58 - 14:18 | ・Greeting and farewell by Ukipi, Ukiha City's official character
| | ・Welcome performance by Japanese drum group "Soma"
| | ・Fun prize lottery for all boarding customers
| | ・Sales of local specialty products and Ichinose-yaki pottery by local residents, etc.
*Hospitality at each station may change depending on operational status.
2. Special In-Car Projects
(1) Installation of the in-car bookshelf "Kanroku Bunko"
≪Implementation Period≫ From Saturday, April 25th
Selected books on "travel," "railways," and "local culture" will be placed on the bookshelf inside the Kampachi-Ichiroku train to enrich the time spent on board. The selection of books is supervised by "Kamoshika Books," active in Oita City. Please pick them up and enjoy.
【Kamoshika Books】
A bookstore in Oita City that handles new and used books. It offers books across all genres, including literature, philosophy, art books, and culture.
(Address): 2-8-12F Chuo-machi, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
(HP) https://kamoshikabooks.com/
Image of books to be placed, Kamoshika Books interior
(2) Start of In-Car Events
≪Implementation Period≫ From Saturday, April 25th
Starting from the service on Saturday, April 25th, workshops to deepen understanding of the areas along the route will be held on a first-come, first-served, paid basis for those who wish to participate. The content of the events will change periodically, but the first session will be themed "Ukiha's Fruits," including a jam tasting. Please take this opportunity to experience the rich blessings of Ukiha.
【In-Car Event Outline】
●Content: Passengers will learn about "Ukiha," known as the fruit kingdom, and why it is famous for its fruits, through enjoyable conversations with the cabin crew.
●Application Method: Accepted inside the train (first-come, first-served)
●Number of Participants: Approximately 10 people per session
●Duration: Approximately 20 minutes
●Fee: 1,000 yen (tax included)
(Photo provided by) Ukiha Mirai