Inaho and Shirayuki (E653 series)

Niigata⇔Sakata⇔Akita

Providing train service along the Japan Sea coastline is the Inaho, limited express trains. In 1982, the Inaho was remade as a connecting limited express from Niigata Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen Line to Tsuruoka and Sakata Stations. It also provides occasional service to Akita Station. The cars provide wonderful views of the wilderness and the Japan Sea.

Train Formation

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series E653

Sakata/Akita

Niigata

E653 series train configuration diagram

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  • Green Car
  • Changing bed
  • Lavatory
  • Restrooms
  • Men’s toilet
  • Trash Box
  • Seats for wheelchair users
  • Accessible facility
  • Conductor’s room
  • *The car layout will depend on the train.

Train stops

Niigata

Murakami

Tsuruoka

Sakata

Akita

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