Trans-Kyushu Limited Express
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train service in Japan operated by
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(JR Kyushu) which runs between
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Rolling stock

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KiHa 185 series The is a diesel multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by Japanese National Railways in Japan since November 1986, and later operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) and Shikoku Railway Company (JR Shikoku). Fleet , JR Kyushu operate ...
DMU: 1992–present


History

The ''Trans-Kyushu Limited Express'' was introduced from 13 March 2004.


See also

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List of named passenger trains of Japan This article contains lists of Lists of named passenger trains, named passenger trains in Japan. Shinkansen (bullet trains) Daytime trains Limited express (partial list) Express Rapid Night trains Limited express Express ...
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Joyful Train is the name given to railway rolling stock or train sets operated by the JR Group in Japan primarily for charters, special events, tourist excursions, and other similar purposes. Traditionally, this term is only used for chartered trains dedicate ...


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{{DEFAULTSORT:Trans-Kyushu Limited Express Named passenger trains of Japan Railway services introduced in 2004