JR East Japan Railway Company (JR East) has begun studying plans for a new sightseeing train hauled by a Class C58 steam locomotive.
The train is planned to operate on the Tohoku Main Line between Morioka and Ichinoseki stations in northeastern Japan. By linking popular tourist destinations such as Hiraizumi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the project aims to further revitalize local tourism resources and attract more inbound visitors to the Tohoku region. Operations are scheduled to begin in or after spring 2029.
Going forward, JR East will work in cooperation with local governments along the line and tourism-related organizations to examine details such as the passenger cars, operating structure, and service offerings.
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