Tango AKA-MATSU Train
The sightseeing train is based on the theme of "Pine tree", the symbol of Amanohashidate. The train connects Amanohashidate, on of the Three views of Japan and Nishimaizuru.
It takes you to the beautiful Nagu Coast and Yuragawa Bridge. You can see the superb view of sea while traveling.
Various seat types such as sofa seats and counter seats inside the train with wooden interiors so that you can enjoy the scenery on board while feeling relaxed.
The sightseeing trip can be enjoyed with basic fare and additional boarding ticket (550yen).
Eiji Mitooka, the Japanese industrial designer, designed the AKA-MATSU Train.
Eiji Mitooka
Eiji Mitooka born 1947 in Okayama Prefecture is a Japanese industrial designer. JR Kyushu's station and train he designed appeared in the public eye. He won the Brunel Award of United Kingdoms, and many of Japanese awards.
You can read picture books and sightseeing magazines in the train.
Stunning view can be seen from the counter seat
Enjoy chatting on the bench seat
Feel relaxed on the sofa seat.
Table seat for four is recommendable for a group.
You can purchase a drink and snacks.
Exhibition of local specialties and original goods
*Some are not for sale
Many of sofa seats inside the train.
Operation Route
Timetable (Until March 13)
Canceled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
(Service available on the holidays even it is relevant to suspended day of the week.)
Nishimaizuru → Amanohashidate
| Train Number | Nishimaizuru | Shisho | Shinonome | Tango-kanzaki | Tango-yura | Kunda | Miyazu | Amanohashidate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 1 | Dept. at 10:29 | Arr. at 10:35 | Arr. at 10:40 | Arr. at 11:06 | Arr. at 11:11 | Arr. at 11:23 | Arr. at 11:36 | Arr. at 11:47 |
| Dept. at 10:35 | Dept. at 11:02 | Dept. at 11:07 | Dept. at 11:12 | Dept. at 11:31 | Dept. at 11:41 |
Amanohashidate → Nishimaizuru
| Train Number | Amanohashidate | Miyazu | Kunda | Tango-yura | Tango-kanzaki | Shinonome | Shisho | Nishimaizuru |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 2 | Dept. at 12:00 | Arr. at 12:05 | Arr. at 12:15 | Arr. at 12:26 | Arr. at 12:30 | Arr. at 12:35 | Arr. at 12:40 | Arr. at 12:49 |
| Dept. at 12:10 | Dept. at 12:16 | Dept. at 12:26 | Dept. at 12:31 | Dept. at 12:36 | Dept. at 12:43 |
Nishimaizuru → Amanohashidate
| Train Number | Nishimaizuru | Shisho | Shinonome | Tango-kanzaki | Tango-yura | Kunda | Miyazu | Amanohashidate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 3 | Dept. at 13:44 | Arr. at 13:50 | Arr. at 13:59 | Arr. at 14:08 | Arr. at 14:13 | Arr. at 14:56 | Arr. at 15:02 | Arr. at 15:09 |
| Dept. at 13:54 | Dept. at 14:04 | Dept. at 14:09 | Dept. at 14:45 | Dept. at 14:56 | Dept. at 15:04 |
Amanohashidate → Nishimaizuru
| Train Number | Amanohashidate | Miyazu | Kunda | Tango-yura | Tango-kanzaki | Shinonome | Shisho | Nishimaizuru |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 4 | Dept. at 15:31 | Arr. at 15:36 | Arr. at 15:43 | Arr. at 15:54 | Arr. at 16:10 | Arr. at 16:15 | Arr. at 16:20 | Arr. at 16:27 |
| Dept. at 15:37 | Dept. at 15:43 | Dept. at 16:06 | Dept. at 16:11 | Dept. at 16:16 | Dept. at 16:21 |
Timetable (From March 14 operation)
Canceled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
(Service available on the holidays even it is relevant to suspended day of the week.)
Nishimaizuru → Amanohashidate
| Train Number | Nishimaizuru | Shisho | Shinonome | Tango-kanzaki | Tango-yura | Kunda | Miyazu | Amanohashidate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 1 | Dept. at 10:29 | Arr. at 10:35 | Arr. at 10:43 | Arr. at 11:06 | Arr. at 11:11 | Arr. at 11:23 | Arr. at 11:36 | Arr. at 11:47 |
| Dept. at 10:38 | Dept. at 11:02 | Dept. at 11:07 | Dept. at 11:12 | Dept. at 11:31 | Dept. at 11:41 |
Amanohashidate → Nishimaizuru
| Train Number | Amanohashidate | Miyazu | Kunda | Tango-yura | Tango-kanzaki | Shinonome | Shisho | Nishimaizuru |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 2 | Dept. at 12:00 | Arr. at 12:05 | Arr. at 12:15 | Arr. at 12:26 | Arr. at 12:30 | Arr. at 12:35 | Arr. at 12:40 | Arr. at 12:49 |
| Dept. at 12:10 | Dept. at 12:16 | Dept. at 12:26 | Dept. at 12:31 | Dept. at 12:36 | Dept. at 12:43 |
Nishimaizuru → Amanohashidate
| Train Number | Nishimaizuru | Shisho | Shinonome | Tango-kanzaki | Tango-yura | Kunda | Miyazu | Amanohashidate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 3 | Dept. at 13:44 | Arr. at 13:50 | Arr. at 13:59 | Arr. at 14:22 | Arr. at 14:27 | Arr. at 14:56 | Arr. at 15:02 | Arr. at 15:09 |
| Dept. at 13:54 | Dept. at 14:18 | Dept. at 14:23 | Dept. at 14:45 | Dept. at 14:56 | Dept. at 15:04 |
Amanohashidate → Nishimaizuru
| Train Number | Amanohashidate | Miyazu | Kunda | Tango-yura | Tango-kanzaki | Shinonome | Shisho | Nishimaizuru |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tango AKA-MATSU Train 4 | Dept. at 15:31 | Arr. at 15:36 | Arr. at 15:43 | Arr. at 15:54 | Arr. at 16:12 | Arr. at 16:17 | Arr. at 16:22 | Arr. at 16:28 |
| Dept. at 15:37 | Dept. at 15:43 | Dept. at 16:08 | Dept. at 16:12 | Dept. at 16:17 | Dept. at 16:22 |
Train Sales Service
How to reserve /
How to use
An additional boarding ticket (550yen) is required to get on AKA-MATSU Train.
Check the all routes fare list (PDF) to see each basic fare.
Go to the booking page and purchase a boarding ticket (550yen) online.
*The operation is canceled on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. (Except for National holidays）
*AKA-MATSU Train 3 stops at Tango Yura Station for 30min. After March 14, it will stop for 18 minutes.
Enjoy foot bathing and Miyazu olive tea while stopping by.
Foot bathing and Olive tea at 250yen as a special set price.
*Only those who take AKA-MATSU Train 3 and get off at Tango Yura Station can get on the following train with the same ticket.
*Infants below 1 and children from 1 to 6 who does not occupy a seat does not have to purchase a boarding ticket.
Whoever occupies a seat is required to purchase a boarding ticket in addition to the basic fare.
*Non-reserved seats. Take a seat you like on a first-come-first-served basis.
Kyoto Tango area tour pass
Sightseeing ticket to fully enjoy Amanohashidate - Ine!
1-Day Pass
Unlimited ride pass valid for all the local, rapid and trains and limited express non-reserved car of Kyoto Tango Railway, local buses between Amanohashidate area - Ine, sightseeing boat, Ine bay sightseeing boat, and cable car/chair lift only during the day of use!!
Sightseeing ticket to fully enjoy Amanohashidate - Ine!
2-Day Free Pass
Unlimited ride pass valid for all the local, rapid and trains and limited express non-reserved car of Kyoto Tango Railway, local buses between Amanohashidate area - Ine, sightseeing boat, Ine bay sightseeing boat, and cable car/chair lift only during the day of use!!
