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20 years after the express service was abolished, JR Kyushu's special express service is back! From around 1980 to 2004, the Express Hinokuni was operated as a special train during peak passenger periods within Kyushu using a variety of vehicles, including the 12 series, diesel railcars, and 715 series. In fact, the 811 series, which is currently being converted to long seats, also had a history of being operated as the Express Hinokuni when it was first introduced. This un-updated 811 series was a special group train exclusively for travel products, and for the first time in 20 years it ran as the Express Hinokuni between Kokura and Yatsushiro! We're updating the trip in real time! Instagram: jrjk1020 #specialtrain #express #revival