# JR Kyushu service updates and collaborations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jr-kyushu-service-updates-and-collaborations
> Updated: 2026-09-29T08:09:22.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

JR Kyushu has announced several initiatives involving its rail services. The company plans to renew its ‘Umikyo Saki’ sightseeing train by spring 2027, focusing on luxury amenities such as new Green Class seats with Kumiko woodwork and an onboard sales counter for local goods. This renewal will involve a new fare structure and a temporary suspension of operations starting in early December 2026.

Additionally, the company will operate special themed trains in collaboration with the music unit YOASOBI to coincide with their Fukuoka concert tour in late November 2026. These temporary services will run between Hakata and Oita, supported by a promotional campaign offering digital prizes and merchandise for passengers using specific reservation services.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-29: JR Kyushu to run special YOASOBI themed trains for Fukuoka concert tour

JR Kyushu is launching a tie-up with music unit YOASOBI for their 2026 Fukuoka tour, featuring special themed trains and promotional campaigns for passengers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jr-kyushu-to-run-special-yoasobi-themed-trains-for-fukuoka-concert-tour

### 2026-09-24: JR Kyushu to renew ‘Umikyo Saki’ sightseeing train in 2027

JR Kyushu will renew its ‘Umikyo Saki’ sightseeing train in spring 2027, adding Green Class seats, a local goods sales counter, and traditional Kumiko woodwork.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jr-kyushu-to-renew-umikyo-saki-sightseeing-train-in-2027

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