Special Course for Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival on August 5 (Wed) Decided

Nishitetsu (Nishi-Nippon Railroad Co., Ltd.) will operate its regional culinary journey train, "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO," for its "Special Course for Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival" again this year, coinciding with the Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival held on August 5, 2026 (Wed).

The Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival is one of the largest in western Japan, attracting approximately 450,000 visitors annually. To further enhance this historic fireworks festival, which has a history of over 370 years since 1650, we began operating this special course in 2022. Last year, it sold out just 10 minutes after reservations opened, indicating its immense popularity.

<Highlights of This Course>

- NEW! Route Change

We have revised the operating route from previous years, increasing the number of times the train crosses the Chikugogawa River Bridge to provide more opportunities to enjoy the fireworks. (The train will run two round trips between Nishi-Nishikōri Station and Hanabatake Station.)

- Stop on the Chikugogawa River Bridge

The train will stop for approximately 6 minutes on the Chikugogawa River Bridge on the Nishi-Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line, about 2 km from the fireworks launch site.

You can enjoy the fireworks, which will light up the night sky and reflect on the water, from a prime viewing spot.

- Live Fireworks Display Projected Inside the Train

Using three "FP-Z8000" spatial presentation projectors provided by Fujifilm Imaging Systems Corp., live footage of the Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival will be projected inside the train. This creates an immersive experience, as if you are at the venue, even during sections where fireworks are not visible.

We invite you to take this opportunity to ride "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO's" one-day special course and enjoy a luxurious time while watching the Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival from the comfort of the air-conditioned train. We will continue to provide services that meet our customers' needs, discover local tourism resources, and promote the charm of the region to contribute to its revitalization and development.

Overview of THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO "Special Course for Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival"

【Operation Date】 August 5, 2026 (Wed)

*The train will operate as scheduled even if the Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival is canceled due to inclement weather. In such cases, footage from previous years' fireworks festivals will be projected inside the train.

*This operation does not guarantee that fireworks will be visible.

【Operation Times】

Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station

Round trip to Hanabatake Station

Chikugogawa River Bridge

Round trip to Nishi-Nishikōri Station

Round trip to Hanabatake Station

Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station

Departs 18:48

Arrives 19:48

Arrives 19:56

Stops for approx. 6 minutes from around 19:59

Arrives 20:13

Departs 20:18

Arrives 20:32

Departs 20:37

Arrives 21:44

【Course Contents】

- "Summer Menu" ( https://www.railkitchen.jp/cuisine/

- Two drinks

*You can freely choose from special menus available only on this day.

*Additional charges apply for the third drink and beyond.

【Price】 Adult ¥21,000 (tax included)

Child Menu ¥7,000 (tax included)

*The price includes transportation fare, special car fee, course meal, two drinks, and service charges.

*The child menu is available for elementary school students and younger.

【Stopping Location】

Chikugogawa River Bridge (approx. 6 minutes from around 19:59)

*Subject to change due to operational circumstances.

*The route, which involves two round trips between Nishi-Nishikōri Station and Hanabatake Station, offers more opportunities to view the fireworks compared to last year.

【Reservation Start Date】 July 6, 2026 (Mon) 11:00~

*Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that seating may be shared.

【Reservation Method】 Please make reservations through the website below. Phone reservations cannot be accepted.

(URL: https://yoyaku.nishitetsutravel.jp/TourDetail.aspx?tc=DBFL01RL4414)

(Reference) Overview of the 367th Chikugogawa River Fireworks Festival

【Date】 August 5, 2026 (Wed)

【Time】 19:40 - 20:40

【Launch Location】 Nagatoishi Riverbed, Kurume City; Komorino Riverbed, Kurume City

(Reference) Overview of Fujifilm Imaging Systems Corp.

【Established】 February 1, 2012

【Location】 3-6-30 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

【Representative】 Koji Matsumoto

【Number of Employees】 Approximately 500 (as of March 31, 2025)

【Equipment Provided】 3 "FP-Z8000" spatial presentation projectors

https://www.fujifilm.com/jp/ja/business/optical-devices/projector/fpz8000

(Reference) Temporary Operation of "Regional Culinary Journey [Thursday Lunch Course]" - Departing from and Arriving in Fukuoka - on the Same Day

During the daytime on August 5 (Wed), the regular "Regional Culinary Journey [Thursday Lunch Course]" will be temporarily operated. As part of the Nishi-Nippon Railroad Group's "Nishitetsu Kids Work Experience School" initiative, children will experience hall services such as serving food and setting tables.

*Applications for the "Nishitetsu Kids Work Experience School" have closed.

【Operation Date and Time】 August 5, 2026 (Wed)

Departs Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station 11:21 ⇒ Round trip to Hanabatake Station ⇒ Arrives Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station 14:03

【Price】

Adult ¥13,000 (tax included)

Child Menu ¥7,000 (tax included)

*The price includes transportation fare, special car fee, course meal, and service charges.

*The child menu is available for elementary school students and younger.

【Reservation Method】 Please make reservations through the website below.

URL: https://niccs.nishitetsutravel.jp/ntc_tours/tours/FL01/ja/DBFL01RL2301

【Other】

Children participating in the "Nishitetsu Kids Work Experience School" may circulate through the train for merchandise sales. Please be aware of this in advance.

*About the "Nishitetsu Kids Work Experience School"

A program that allows children to experience various jobs within the Nishi-Nippon Railroad Group.

For the "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO Staff Experience Class," two pairs of 5th and 6th graders, selected by lottery from applicants, are scheduled to participate.