Seven Stars in Kyushu

JR Kyushu
Japan
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The Journey

Navigate from Hakata to Hakata (Circular Route) across a span of 3000km. This is an overnight service.

Scenery Highlights
  • Volcanoes and volcanic hot spring regions of Kyushu
  • Coastal views along the Seto Inland Sea and Pacific
  • UNESCO World Heritage historic shrines and castles
  • Kyushu's seven prefectures each with distinct character
Quick Facts
  • Duration

    48 hours

  • Distance

    3000 km

  • Est. Price

    Extreme Luxury (from USD $5,500 per person)

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Classes & Accommodations

Meals: All-inclusive

Ensuite: Yes

Engine / Locomotive

Class DF200-7000 (Diesel-electric, 3,600 PS total via twin Komatsu V12 engines)

Locomotive Weight

Approx. 96 tonnes (211,643 lbs)

Track Gauge

1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) Cape gauge

Braking Technology

Electric commanding brake with rheostatic (dynamic) braking; sintered alloy brake shoes

Route Engineering Challenges

  • Custom-designed bogies with yaw dampers for extreme passenger comfort

  • Type H tightlock couplers with double-action buffers to eliminate acceleration 'jerk'

  • Specialized adaptation of EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) coach bodies for locomotive hauling

  • Diverse Kyushu topography requiring high power-to-weight ratio for steep gradients

  • Circular route design requiring careful scheduling across multiple prefectures

Max Operating Speed

100 km/h (62 mph)

Traction System

Toshiba VVVF (Variable Voltage Variable Frequency) drive

Wheel Arrangement

Bo-Bo-Bo (Three two-axle bogies)

Passenger Capacity

28 passengers (maximum)

Number of Cars

10 carriages (2 generator cars + 8 passenger cars)

Quick Facts
  • Duration

    48 hours

  • Distance

    3000 km

  • Est. Price

    Extreme Luxury (from USD $5,500 per person)

Official Booking Provider