Sale of 'National Railway Type Locomotive EF65 Night Photo Session in Shimonoseki Vol. 2' - Re-hosting the Popular Event with Accommodation Plans

Last year's well-received 'National Railway Type Locomotive EF65 Night Exhibition in Shimonoseki' will be held again, this time as a plan including accommodation.

This is a precious opportunity to photograph locomotives lined up at night in a vehicle depot that is usually inaccessible to the public. We invite you to experience the charm of railways through this event.

1. Product Name

National Railway Type Locomotive EF65 Night Photo Session in Shimonoseki Vol. 2

2. Date and Time

Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 18:00 to 21:00 (Includes time for safety briefing and movement.)

3. Sales Information

(1) Sale Start Date

Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 13:00

(2) Sales Location

Available through 'tabiwa travel' within 'tabiwa by WESTER'. Details will be announced after 11:00 on April 2 (Thu) on the 'Nishi-no-hi Campaign' page.

* 'Nishi-no-hi Campaign' Page URL: https://www.nta.co.jp/jrodekakenet/nishinohicp/?SITE_ID=66100002

(3) Capacity

25 persons (First-come, first-served. Applications will close once capacity is reached.)

4. Event Content

(1) Exhibition of Rolling Stock

JR West's EF65 locomotives will be displayed with pantographs in the raised position.

Shooting areas will be changed at specific intervals to allow photography from various angles.

*Note: The number of vehicles may change depending on operational requirements. Images are from the previous event.

(2) Headmark Display

Historically used headmarks will be attached to the exhibition vehicles, and they will be swapped during designated time slots.

5. Other Information

- The exhibition content or time may be changed or cancelled in case of transportation disruptions, vehicle malfunctions, or weather warnings in the vicinity.

- The exhibition takes place from dusk to nighttime. While minimum lighting will be provided for pathways, some areas will be dark. Please follow staff instructions for safety.

Reference: Sunset in Shimonoseki on May 9 is around 19:09.

- The terrain within the facility can be uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

- Tripods are allowed, but the use of stepladders is prohibited to avoid disturbing other participants. Please be considerate when using tripods.

- We cannot accommodate requests to attach personal railway parts (headmarks, section plates, etc.) to the vehicles.