'36 Plus 3' Relaunching September 3, 2026! Car 6 Evolves into an Even More Luxurious Space with Refined Cuisine

The '36 Plus 3' D&S train, which circles Kyushu over five days, will mark its 6th anniversary since starting operations on October 16, 2026. To commemorate this milestone, the company aims to create new value and further enhance its identity as 'Kyushu in Motion,' packed with the charm of Kyushu. Starting September 3, 2026 (Thursday), Car 6 will be renovated into an even more high-quality private space, and the company will welcome renowned local restaurants from across Kyushu as new 'dining hospitality partners.' Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience woven together by local bounty, the artisan's vision, and traditional craftsmanship, all while Kyushu’s scenery flows by outside your window. We look forward to welcoming you aboard. 1. Information on Travel Plans (Lunch Plans) We are launching 'Lunch Plans' that include JR tickets and a carefully selected meal along the route. We have prepared different meal plans for Cars 1-3 and the newly renovated Car 6. Especially for Car 6, you can enjoy a 'Premium Lunch Plan' in an upscale private space, packed with Kyushu's finest ingredients. (1) Included in the Travel Price ● Lunch Plan (Cars 1-3) ● Premium Lunch Plan (Car 6) (2) Period Runs from September 3, 2026 (Thursday) to September 28, 2026 (Monday). (3) Sales Start Date June 5, 2026 (Friday) at 13:00. *Reservations must be made at least 5 days prior to the boarding date. *Payment method: Credit card only. (4) Purchase Location '36 Plus 3' dedicated website: https://www.jrkyushu-36plus3.jp/reserve/ (5) Other Eligible private rooms by number of users are as follows: - 3-4 persons: Car 1 private room - 3-6 persons: Car 2 private room - 1-2 persons: Car 3 or Car 6 private room Note: For Cars 3 and 6, single-occupancy is possible with an additional fee. - Sales for travel starting October 1, 2026 (Thursday) are scheduled to begin in mid-July. Details will be announced in early July. - The renovated Car 6 will be designated exclusively for Premium Lunch Plan passengers, reborn as a more comfortable and special space. 2. Introduction to Dining Hospitality Partners With the addition of new dining partners, the Kyushu travel experience will be further enriched. The following restaurants will carefully prepare meals featuring thoughts and ingredients from producers centered in Kyushu. Also, the lunch boxes (oju) for the Premium Lunch Plan (Car 6) adopt Kyushu traditional craftsmanship. ~Introduction to the Premium Lunch Plan (Car 6) Lunch Boxes~ With this renewal, meals will be served in lunch boxes made from bamboo grown in Kyushu. The boxes feature a design with traditional Japanese 'Seigaiha' (wave) patterns cut out in a circle, symbolizing the wish that 'customers' journeys continue peacefully and harmoniously.' Foreque Co., Ltd. (Minamioguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture) https://fillinglife.co/ ■ Thursday Route 'Red Path' [Cars 1-3, Car 6] Hanakomachi (Ueki-machi, Kita-ku, Kumamoto-shi, Kumamoto Pref.) Kumamoto is known as a treasure trove of food. The fertile land is full of stories. Please enjoy seasonal dishes infused with food narratives. ● Lunch Plan (Cars 1-3): 'Oju Course Packed with Kumamoto's Seasons' ● Premium Lunch Plan (Car 6): 'Higo Fudo Shoju' (Higo Local History Box) weaving together Kumamoto's supreme bounty. ★ More details on Hanakomachi: https://hanakomachi.jp/ ■ Friday Route 'Black Path' [Cars 1-3] Miroku (Kagoshima-shi, Kagoshima Pref.) Using ingredients that bring out the best of Kagoshima's four seasons, they provide meals that change with the times. They deliver refined dishes that maximize the potential of the ingredients. ● Lunch Plan (Cars 1-3): 'Kagonma Unmaka Bento' ★ More details on Miroku: https://miroku-kagoshima.com/ ■ Friday Route 'Black Path' [Car 6] French Kitchen Shun-Sai (Kagoshima-shi, Kagoshima Pref.) Serving French cuisine that connects Kagoshima's producers with guests. Please enjoy dishes served in the 'Shun-Sai' style, reflecting the strong natural environment of Kagoshima and the chef's passion. ● Premium Lunch Plan (Car 6): 'Kagoshima Bounty French Oju' ★ More details on Shun-Sai: https://www.facebook.com/syunsai.tyuo/?locale=ja_JP