Kirishima (train)

The Kirishima (きりしま) is a limited express train service in Japan operated by JR Kyushu which runs between Kagoshima-Chūō and Miyazaki.

Kirishima
787 series train Kirishima
Overview
Service typeLimited express
LocaleMiyazaki and Kagoshima Prefectures, Japan
PredecessorRapid "Kinko"
Limited Express "Nichirin"
First service20 April 1995 (1995-04-20)
Current operator(s)Logo of the Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu). JR Kyushu
Route
TerminiMiyazaki / Kokubu
Kagoshima-Chūō
Distance travelled125.9 km (78.2 mi)
Line(s) usedNippō Main Line
Kagoshima Main Line
Technical
Rolling stock783 series, 787 series EMUs
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
Electrification20 kV AC 60 Hz (overhead lines)

Rolling stock

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