Super Mario Festa in Fukuoka

The "Super Mario x JR Kyushu ~Let’s GO KYUSHU!~" campaign, which began on Saturday, November 29, 2025, is finally heading towards its grand finale!!

① "Super Mario Festa in Fukuoka" to be held on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026!

② Regarding the special operation of the "Super Mario Train (885 series and 800 series)"

■ Date and Time

Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026, 10:00-17:00

■ Venue

JR Hakata Station Square

Address: 1-1 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City

■ Event Overview

▲ Bowser Battle Venue Image

① Work together to defeat Bowser! Bowser Battle

② Super Mario x JR Kyushu Original Goods Shop

③ Take photos with Mario and friends! Photo Corner

④ Experience games from the "Super Mario" series! Game Experience Corner

⑤ Enjoy local Kyushu gourmet food! Gourmet Corner

"Super Mario Festa in Fukuoka" Limited BRT Hikoboshi Line Exhibition

The "BRT Hikoboshi Line," which runs between Soeda and Hita on the Hita Hikosan Line, will come to the Super Mario Festa in Fukuoka!

The BRT Hikoboshi Line features a special design by "Super Mario x JR Kyushu." Not only the exterior, but also the interior is full of items and characters! Please come and see it on this occasion.

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Exhibition Period: Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026

Exhibition Venue: JR Hakata Station Square

Exhibition Vehicle: Suigo Color

*Please note that the exhibition vehicle may change.

★ For event details, please visit the special website: https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/train/mario/

In conjunction with the "Super Mario Festa in Fukuoka," the "Super Mario Train (885 series / 800 series)" will operate as a special temporary train.

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① Super Mario Train (885 series)

◆ Name: Limited Express Super Mario

◆ Operating Days: Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026

◆ Operating Section: Hakata ~ Kokura

◆ Seating: All seats reserved

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② Super Mario Train (800 series)

◆ Name: Kyushu Shinkansen Tsubame

◆ Operating Days: Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2026

◆ Operating Section: Hakata ~ Kumamoto

◆ Seating: All seats reserved

◆ Sales Start Date and Time

Saturday, May 30, 2026 → Sales start at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 30, 2026

Sunday, May 31, 2026 → Sales start at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 1, 2026

◆ Sales

Available for purchase at JR Kyushu Internet Train Reservation and Midori-no-Madoguchi (ticket offices).

https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/railway/netyoyaku/index.html

★ "Super Mario Train (885 series / 800 series)" In-car Limited Capsule Toys

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Original "Super Mario x JR Kyushu" capsule toys are available for sale.

♦ Installation Locations

885 series: Car 3 deck

800 series: Car 5 deck

♦ Price: 500 yen (tax included) *Only 100 yen coins can be used for payment.

★ Special Benefits for Temporary Trains

All passengers will receive a "Commemorative Boarding Pass" inside the train!

You can also enjoy special BGM ♪

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▲ Commemorative Boarding Pass Image

*Design may be subject to change

◆ Timetable

Super Mario Train (885 series) Hakata ⇔ Kokura

*Arrives at platform 5 at Kokura Station around 8:42.

*After arriving at platform 5 at Hakata Station, it will immediately become a deadhead train.

*Arrives at platform 2 at Hakata Station around 16:36.

*After arriving at platform 8 at Kokura Station, it will immediately become a deadhead train.

Super Mario Train (800 series) Hakata ⇔ Kumamoto

*Arrives at platform 11 at Kumamoto Station around 9:59.

*After arriving at platform 11 at Hakata Station, it will immediately become a deadhead train.

*Arrives at platform 11 at Hakata Station around 15:39.

*After arriving at platform 14 at Kumamoto Station, it will immediately become a deadhead train.

This will be the final special operation of the "Super Mario Train" as a temporary train.

We sincerely look forward to your ride!

★ For details on the wrapped train, please visit the special website: https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/train/mario/design/