Verified [Verified] denotes information that has been published with confirmation of its owing parties.
A charming pink sightseeing train that takes you through northern Okayama, home to cherry blossoms and the famous Mimasaka Three Hot Springs.
The pastel pink exterior of SAKUBI SAKURA leaves a lasting impression. This sightseeing train runs between JR Okayama Station and Tsuyama Station, and is a wonderful way to travel through the northern area of Okayama Prefecture, known for its famous hot springs—the Mimasaka Three Hot Springs—as well as scenic cherry blossom spots.
Inside the train, you'll find watercolor paintings by a local artist and a warm, nostalgic atmosphere created with green and brown tones with colors inspired by the mountains and forests of northern Okayama. Each seat is equipped with a table, allowing passengers to enjoy bento boxes and sweets crafted by renowned local chefs and popular shops (reservation required at least five days before boarding). During the journey, attendants provide guidance about the surrounding area and assist with your trip, while also selling original goods that make perfect souvenirs.
In 2025, the train will operate once a day on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays through November. The one-way trip takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The train makes brief stops at several stations along the way, where passengers can get off for a few minutes to enjoy the scenery or take photos. These include unique station buildings such as Yuge Station, the oldest wooden station building in the prefecture, and Kamekō Station, which is shaped like a turtle.
Connects Okayama Station and the northern area of Okayama, known for the Mimasaka Three Hot Springs.
The soft pink train stands out beautifully against the greenery along the route.
The interior features watercolor paintings depicting the scenery along the line.
Special chirashi bento available on Train No. 1 (Tsuyama → Okayama) *Advance reservation required
Dessert set available on Train No. 2 (Okayama → Tsuyama) *Advance reservation required
Attendants provide guidance on the surrounding area during the ride.
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
Q
Are pamphlets available in other languages?
No, they are not available.
Q
Is a reservation required to board the train?
Yes. All seats are reserved.
Q
Do I need a passport or other ID to purchase a ticket?
No identification is required.
Q
What can I buy onboard?
Original goods such as tote bags and keychains, as well as local sweets and sake, are available for purchase. *Please note that soft drinks are not sold onboard.
Q
Can I pay by credit card for onboard purchases?
Only cash and transportation IC cards are accepted. Credit cards and QR code payments are not accepted.
