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Explore Kyushu at your own pace, travel all over the region, and enjoy discounted mobile data rates for travelers in Japan (Image provided by Monocle Travel Editorial Team)
Hayato no Kaze (The Wind of Hayato)
With its all-black exterior, the train exudes a refined and minimalist style; the calm wooden seats inside add to its simple yet luxurious charm. Riding the Hayato no Kaze feels like gliding through the homeland of the Hayato people on a breeze. Along the way, aside from enjoying the natural beauty, the two historic stations—Ōsumi Yokokawa and Kariage—are particularly evocative. Both stations opened in 1903 and are among the oldest in Kagoshima Prefecture. Their wooden ticket offices and chairs, with peeling white paint, evoke a deep sense of nostalgia. The train stops here for five minutes, giving you time to step out and take photos.
A race between history and speed (Image provided by Monocle Travel Editorial Team)
Umikaze Yamakaze (Sea Fortune, Mountain Fortune)
A toy train weaving through myths (Image provided by Monocle Travel Editorial Team)
While enjoying your train journey, don’t miss the exciting summer festivals and dazzling fireworks displays. In August, events such as the Chikugo River Fireworks, Yamanaka Lantern Festival, and Kirishima City Fireworks will light up the season. Download the *Complete Self-Guided Kyushu* app and set off right away. Get the MOOK Freedom E-Bookstore’s *Complete Self-Guided Kyushu* now and enjoy a 10% discount on mobile data rates for travel in Japan.
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