Restaurant Train 'Tango Kuromatsu' Autumn/Winter 2026 Courses Now on Sale - Offering 3 Courses to Experience Tango's Autumn and Winter with All Five Senses: 'Morning Course Featuring Tanba Chestnuts', 'Lunch Course with Navy Recipes', and 'Dinner Course with Seasonal Local Fish and Sake'

WILLER TRAINS Inc. (Headquarters: Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture, President: Toru Iijima), which operates the restaurant train 'Tango Kuromatsu' on the Kyoto Tango Railway (hereinafter referred to as 'Tantetsu'), will operate its 2026 Autumn/Winter courses from October 2026 to March 2027. In anticipation of the service launch, reservations will begin on the Tango Kuromatsu reservation page (https://travel.willer.co.jp/train/tantetsu/) tomorrow, July 2nd (Thu) at 10:00 AM.

We will provide the moving and delicious dining experience unique to the restaurant train 'Tango Kuromatsu,' where you can enjoy the food, culture, and history of Tango with all five senses, along with the ever-changing seasonal scenery.

This season, we have prepared three courses: a morning course where you can luxuriously savor 'Tanba Chestnuts,' a Kyoto brand product; a lunch course featuring a modern arrangement of navy recipes stored in Maizuru; and a dinner course to enjoy the pairing of seasonal local fish and local sake.

The 'Morning Course,' which runs between Fukuchiyama and Amanohashidate, offers a romantic journey through the windows, transitioning from lush green mountains and rice fields to the majestic Sea of Japan. The 'Lunch Course' and 'Local Fish Course,' running between Amanohashidate and Nishi-Maizuru, allow you to slowly admire the Sea of Japan's spectacular views, which change with the seasons, such as the 'Nagu Coast' and the 'Yura River Bridge,' scenic points along the Tantetsu line. Please enjoy a special train journey where you can savor exquisite meals made with autumn and winter flavors and local ingredients unique to the Tango region, along with the rich natural scenery.

● Course Details

1 'Morning Course' ~A Relaxing Train Journey~

Price: 6,800 yen (tax included, with souvenir)

(Departs Fukuchiyama 10:08 AM ⇒ Arrives Amanohashidate 11:51 AM) *Approx. 1 hour 40 minutes

This morning course features 'Tanba Chestnuts,' a Kyoto brand product representing the flavors of autumn. We have prepared meals and sweets that allow you to fully enjoy the exquisite sweetness, umami, and aroma of Tanba Chestnuts.

You can enjoy a romantic journey through the windows, transitioning from lush green and rural landscapes to the majestic Sea of Japan, as you depart from the nature-rich castle town of 'Fukuchiyama' and head to 'Amanohashidate,' a representative tourist destination of 'Kyoto by the Sea.'

Additionally, as a souvenir, we offer a chestnut-themed 'Tanba Galette' specially made for this course. Please enjoy the luxurious aftertaste of chestnuts at home, reminiscent of your journey.

(Note: Service will be suspended from December 21st to January 7th)

≪Menu≫

Earth's Bounty Pie ~Chestnut and Mushroom Pie~

Sweet Potato and Chestnut Potage

Tajima Pickles

Tambakuri ~Tanba Chestnut Mont Blanc~

Simmered Tanba Chestnut Rind

Tanba Black Beans and Brown Sugar Warabi Mochi with Roasted Green Tea Jelly

≪Souvenir≫

Tanba Galette [Tanba Chestnut]

*Overall course photo

*Photo left: Earth's Bounty Pie ~Chestnut and Mushroom Pie~ *Photo right: Tambakuri ~Tanba Chestnut Mont Blanc~

2 'Lunch Course' ~A Train Journey Through Navy Recipes~

Price: 15,000 yen (tax included, with souvenir)

(Departs Amanohashidate 1:05 PM ⇒ Arrives Nishi-Maizuru 2:50 PM) *Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes

This lunch course offers a special full-course meal with a modern twist on navy recipes stored in Maizuru, as you depart from Amanohashidate and head to Nishi-Maizuru. Enjoy Maizuru's carefully selected ingredients and unique flavors, including the signature Nikujaga (meat and potato stew) and curry croquettes, as well as dishes that elevate navy recipes into modern cuisine. Particularly appealing are the visually delightful menus, such as the black hamburger inspired by the 'Tango Kuromatsu' and a pudding with a nostalgic, retro feel.

As you travel from Amanohashidate to Nishi-Maizuru, enjoy a luxurious time exploring history and gastronomy unique to this location, with special presentations unique to a restaurant train, including a temporary stop at 'Nagu Coast' with the sea spread out before you, and a slow passage over the 'Yura River Bridge,' which runs just 6 meters above the water.

(Note: Service will be suspended from December 28th to January 7th)

≪Menu≫

[Appetizer Assortment]: Terrine, Caponata, Sweet Potato Kinton, Marinated Aori Squid

Curry Croquette

Clam Chowder

Nikujaga (Meat and Potato Stew)

Chawanmushi (Savory Egg Custard)

Braised Pork Belly Bun

Roast Beef Donburi

Wagyu Beef Hamburger (with black sauce)

Egg Pudding

≪Souvenir≫

Biscuits

*Overall course photo

*Photo left: Roast Beef Donburi *Photo right: Egg Pudding

3 'Local Fish Course' ~A Fresh and Fishy Train Journey~

Price: 7,500 yen (tax included, with one drink)

(Departs Amanohashidate 4:05 PM ⇒ Arrives Nishi-Maizuru 5:24 PM) *Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes

Enjoy seasonal seafood and local sake nurtured in the 'Kyoto by the Sea' region while gazing at the Sea of Japan at dusk. We offer Maizuru's proud brand fish 'Kyo-Sawara' (Japanese Spanish mackerel), traditional kamaboko (fish cake) from the long-established shop 'Shimashichi' founded in 1920, and luxurious sashimi of 'Miyako Tuna' depending on the day's catch during its season.

Additionally, enjoy a pairing with local ingredients along with your choice of one drink from selected local beers, local sake, soft drinks, etc.

(Note: Service will be suspended from December 28th to January 7th)

≪Menu≫

Assortment of Kyo-Sawara and Local Fish Sashimi

(Note: 'Miyako Tuna' sashimi will be served when available)

Grilled Local Fish with Crab Miso and Fried Maizuru Kamaboko with Seaweed

KUMIHAMA San-Maki Oyster and Maizuru Kamaboko Isobe-age Dashi

Tango Bara Sushi Roll

≪Drinks≫

Your choice of one drink from local beer, local sake, soft drinks, etc.)

*Overall course photo

*Photo left: KUMIHAMA San-Maki Oyster and Maizuru Kamaboko Isobe-age Dashi *Photo right: Tango Bara Sushi Roll

● Common Details for All 3 Courses

[Capacity]: 24 people per course

[Operating Days]: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays from October 2026 to March 2027 (Note: Some suspension periods, such as year-end and New Year holidays, will apply)

[Reservations]: Sales begin on the same day of the month, 3 months in advance, with reservations starting at 10:00 AM.

Reservation Page: https://travel.willer.co.jp/train/tantetsu/

*All photos are for illustrative purposes only.

*Menu names are subject to change.

*Menu contents may change depending on the season due to the use of seasonal ingredients.

*For details, please check the official website when making your reservation.