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{{Infobox rail service |
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| name = ''SL Hitoyoshi'' |
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| image = JRK 58654 SL-Hitoyoshi.jpg |
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| first = 25 April 2009 |
| first = 25 April 2009 |
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| last = 23 March 2024 |
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| operator = [[JR Kyushu]] |
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| formeroperator= [[JR Kyushu]] |
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| start = {{STN|Kumamoto}} |
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| gauge = {{RailGauge|1067mm|lk=on}} |
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| owner = Kyushu Railway Company |
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The '''SL Hitoyoshi''' (SL 人吉) |
The '''''SL Hitoyoshi''''' ({{lang|ja|SL 人吉}}) was a named [[steam locomotive|steam]] hauled [[excursion train]] operated by the [[Kyushu Railway Company]] ([[Japan Railways Group|JR]] Kyushu) on the [[Kagoshima Line|Kagoshima Main Line]] and the [[Hisatsu Line]] between April 2009 and March 2024.<ref>{{cite news |title=One last journey for Japan's oldest steam train |url=https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/30/lifestyle/jiji-life-steam-train-final-journey/ |access-date=17 May 2024 |work=The Japan Times |date=March 30, 2024}}</ref> |
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==Overview== |
==Overview== |
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The SL Hitoyoshi |
The ''SL Hitoyoshi'' ran a return journey between [[Kumamoto]] and [[Hitoyoshi]] once a day on weekends and national holidays from March to November. The train was inaugurated to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Hisatsu Line. A reserved seat must have been made prior to boarding. The train stopped at [[Shin-Yatsushiro Station|Shin-Yatsushiro]], [[Yatsushiro Station|Yatsushiro]], [[Sakamoto Station (Kumamoto)|Sakamoto]], [[Shiroishi Station (Kumamoto)|Shiroishi]], [[Isshōchi Station|Isshōchi]], and [[Watari Station (Kumamoto)|Watari]]. |
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Since the damage of the [[2020 Kyushu floods]] to the Hisatsu Line, the SL Hitoyoshi |
Since the damage of the [[2020 Kyushu floods]] to the Hisatsu Line, the ''SL Hitoyoshi'' temporarily ran between Kumamoto and [[Tosu Station|Tosu]] Station.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Kamoshida |first1=Takumi |title=Hidden Wonders: Steam Train 'SL Hitoyoshi' Makes Its Final Journey |url=https://japan-forward.com/hidden-wonders-steam-train-locomotive-sl-hitoyoshi-retirement-jr-kyushu-class-8620/ |access-date=17 May 2024 |work=Japan Forward |date=March 30, 2024}}</ref> |
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==Rolling stock== |
==Rolling stock== |
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The SL Hitoyoshi consists of an [[JGR Class 8620|8620]] (8620形) Class steam locomotive and three specially modified OHa 50 series (オハ50系) carriages. The interior design of the carriages was done by industrial designer [[Eiji Mitooka]]. |
The ''SL Hitoyoshi'' consists of an [[JGR Class 8620|8620]] (8620形) Class steam locomotive and three specially modified OHa 50 series (オハ50系) carriages. The interior design of the carriages was done by industrial designer [[Eiji Mitooka]]. |
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On occasion the train |
On occasion the train was assisted or hauled by a Class [[JNR Class DE10|DE10]] (DE10形) diesel locomotive. |
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File:JRK Ohafu50-701.jpg |
File:JRK Ohafu50-701.jpg |
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File:JRK Ohafu50-702.jpg |
File:JRK Ohafu50-702.jpg |
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File:JRK Ohafu50-701 inside.jpg|JR Kyushu Ohafu50-701 inside |
File:JRK Ohafu50-701 inside.jpg|JR Kyushu Ohafu50-701 inside |
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File:JRK Ohafu50-702 inside.jpg|JR Kyushu Ohafu50-702 inside |
File:JRK Ohafu50-702 inside.jpg|JR Kyushu Ohafu50-702 inside showing children's library |
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File:Ohafu50-701 Prospects Lounge.jpg|Ohafu50-701 Prospects Lounge |
File:Ohafu50-701 Prospects Lounge.jpg|Ohafu50-701 Prospects Lounge |
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File:JRKyushu PC SL Hitoyoshi.jpg|JR Kyushu PC SL Hitoyoshi |
File:JRKyushu PC SL Hitoyoshi.jpg|JR Kyushu PC SL Hitoyoshi |
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File:SL hitoyoshi 50 700.jpg| |
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File:JRQ-PC50-700.JPG|The carriages in their original ''SL Aso Boy'' livery. |
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===Exterior=== |
===Exterior=== |
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[[File:JRKyushu train SL Hitoyoshi01.jpg|thumb|right|JR Kyushu train SL Hitoyoshi]] |
[[File:JRKyushu train SL Hitoyoshi01.jpg|thumb|right|JR Kyushu train ''SL Hitoyoshi'']] |
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The train livery is painted chocolate with grey roofs and SL Hitoyoshi motifs and lettering in gold. |
The train livery is painted chocolate with grey roofs and ''SL Hitoyoshi'' motifs and lettering in gold. |
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In 2020, JR Kyushu repainted the SL Hitoyoshi black to replicate the Mugen Train from the anime film ''[[Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train]]'' for a limited run from [[Kumamoto Station]] to [[Hakata Station]] from 1 to 26 November.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2020/11/5eec6e94b0ff-train-inspired-by-anime-demon-slayer-begins-limited-time-run.html |title=Train inspired by anime "Demon Slayer" begins limited time run |publisher=[[Kyodo News]]|date=2020-11-01 |access-date=2021-05-10}}</ref> |
In 2020, JR Kyushu repainted the ''SL Hitoyoshi'' black to replicate the Mugen Train from the anime film ''[[Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train]]'' for a limited run from [[Kumamoto Station]] to [[Hakata Station]] from 1 to 26 November.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2020/11/5eec6e94b0ff-train-inspired-by-anime-demon-slayer-begins-limited-time-run.html |title=Train inspired by anime "Demon Slayer" begins limited time run |publisher=[[Kyodo News]]|date=2020-11-01 |access-date=2021-05-10}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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*[[Joyful Train]], the generic name for excursion and charter trains in Japan. |
*[[Joyful Train]], the generic name for excursion and charter trains in Japan. |
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*[[History of rail transport in Japan]] |
*[[History of rail transport in Japan]] |
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*[[Japan Railways locomotive numbering and classification]] |
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== References == |
== References == |
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== External links == |
== External links == |
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{{Commons category|SL Hitoyoshi}} |
{{Commons category|SL Hitoyoshi}} |
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*{{Official website|https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/english/train/sl.html}} |
*{{Official website|https://web.archive.org/web/20231202100012/https://www.jrkyushu.co.jp/english/train/sl.html}} (Archived) |
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*[http://www.japaneserailwaysociety.com/jrs/steam/steam.htm The Japanese Railway Society: Steam in Japan] |
*[http://www.japaneserailwaysociety.com/jrs/steam/steam.htm The Japanese Railway Society: Steam in Japan] |
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*[http://www.japaneserailwaysociety.com/jrs/members/etal/class/class.htm Classification System of JR Group Locomotives and Rolling Stock] |
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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efH4Azvbup0 Steam Train Hitoyoshi - YouTube] |
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efH4Azvbup0 Steam Train Hitoyoshi - YouTube] |
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[[Category:Named passenger trains of Japan]] |
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[[Category:Railway services introduced in 2009]] |
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Latest revision as of 05:02, 1 October 2024
This article includes a list of general references, but it lacks sufficient corresponding inline citations. (August 2019) |
Overview | |
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Service type | Joyful Train |
Status | Operational |
Locale | Kyushu, Japan |
First service | 25 April 2009 |
Last service | 23 March 2024 |
Former operator(s) | JR Kyushu |
Route | |
Termini | Kumamoto Hitoyoshi |
Distance travelled | 84 km |
Average journey time | 2 hrs 50 min |
Service frequency | 1 return trip daily |
On-board services | |
Class(es) | Standard |
Seating arrangements | 2+2 (standard) |
Catering facilities | Car 2 |
Observation facilities | Cars 1 and 3 |
Technical | |
Rolling stock | 50 series coaches |
Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The SL Hitoyoshi (SL 人吉) was a named steam hauled excursion train operated by the Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) on the Kagoshima Main Line and the Hisatsu Line between April 2009 and March 2024.[1]
Overview
[edit]The SL Hitoyoshi ran a return journey between Kumamoto and Hitoyoshi once a day on weekends and national holidays from March to November. The train was inaugurated to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Hisatsu Line. A reserved seat must have been made prior to boarding. The train stopped at Shin-Yatsushiro, Yatsushiro, Sakamoto, Shiroishi, Isshōchi, and Watari.
Since the damage of the 2020 Kyushu floods to the Hisatsu Line, the SL Hitoyoshi temporarily ran between Kumamoto and Tosu Station.[2]
Rolling stock
[edit]The SL Hitoyoshi consists of an 8620 (8620形) Class steam locomotive and three specially modified OHa 50 series (オハ50系) carriages. The interior design of the carriages was done by industrial designer Eiji Mitooka. On occasion the train was assisted or hauled by a Class DE10 (DE10形) diesel locomotive.
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JR Kyushu Ohafu50-701 inside
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JR Kyushu Ohafu50-702 inside showing children's library
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Ohafu50-701 Prospects Lounge
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JR Kyushu PC SL Hitoyoshi
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The carriages in their original SL Aso Boy livery.
Exterior
[edit]The train livery is painted chocolate with grey roofs and SL Hitoyoshi motifs and lettering in gold.
In 2020, JR Kyushu repainted the SL Hitoyoshi black to replicate the Mugen Train from the anime film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train for a limited run from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station from 1 to 26 November.[3]
See also
[edit]- List of named passenger trains of Japan
- Joyful Train, the generic name for excursion and charter trains in Japan.
- History of rail transport in Japan
- Japan Railways locomotive numbering and classification
References
[edit]- ^ "One last journey for Japan's oldest steam train". The Japan Times. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ Kamoshida, Takumi (30 March 2024). "Hidden Wonders: Steam Train 'SL Hitoyoshi' Makes Its Final Journey". Japan Forward. Retrieved 17 May 2024.
- ^ "Train inspired by anime "Demon Slayer" begins limited time run". Kyodo News. 1 November 2020. Retrieved 10 May 2021.