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The is a limited express
train service between and in Hokkaido
, which is operated by Hokkaido Railway Company
(JR Hokkaido). It was named Sōya until 2000. There are two trains per day running in both directions, with a journey time of approximately five hours.
The service is run using KiHa 261 series tilting diesel multiple unit
s, which were introduced in 2000.
The train operates over the same route as the Sarobetsu
, which stops at more stations and takes 20-30 minutes longer.
Limited express
A limited express is a type of express train service. It refers to an express service that stops at a limited number of stops in comparison to other express services on the same or similar routes.- Japan :...
train service between and in Hokkaido
Hokkaido
, formerly known as Ezo, Yezo, Yeso, or Yesso, is Japan's second largest island; it is also the largest and northernmost of Japan's 47 prefectural-level subdivisions. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu, although the two islands are connected by the underwater railway Seikan Tunnel...
, which is operated by Hokkaido Railway Company
Hokkaido Railway Company
The is one of the constituent companies of Japan Railways Group , and thus often known as . It operates intercity rail services in Hokkaido, Japan. The company introduced Kitaca, a smart card ticketing system, from autumn 2008....
(JR Hokkaido). It was named Sōya until 2000. There are two trains per day running in both directions, with a journey time of approximately five hours.
The service is run using KiHa 261 series tilting diesel multiple unit
Diesel multiple unit
A diesel multiple unit or DMU is a multiple unit train consisting of multiple carriages powered by one or more on-board diesel engines. They may also be referred to as a railcar or railmotor, depending on country.-Design:...
s, which were introduced in 2000.
The train operates over the same route as the Sarobetsu
Sarobetsu (train)
The is a limited express train service between Sapporo and Wakkanai in Hokkaido, which is operated by Hokkaido Railway Company . One train per day operates in each direction, with the journey taking approximately five and a half hours...
, which stops at more stations and takes 20-30 minutes longer.