The Series 787 Electric Train was built in 1992 as an express train, named “Tsubame” (Swallow), in the westernmost Japanese island of Kyushu. Designer-built, the 787 featured not only a unique outer appearance, but
also a luxurious interior, complete with high grade coach accommodations and a buffet. For many years the 787 was the symbolic train of Kyushu, though it has recently been replaced by a new, 2nd generation “Tsubame” bullet train.
 

Today, the 787 is used for the local express trains supporting the new bullet train; however, it still maintains its service area in Kyushu, giving it the nickname “Around the Kyushu”.

Product features:

• This set has been designed to represent the modern, “Around the Kyushu” appearance and comes in a collector’s bookcase with six prototypical electric train cars.
• Includes selectable stickers to depict the multiple destinations across Kyushu.
• All passenger cars can be lit with optional 11-209 or 11-210 interior lighting kits.

Order by Aug. 25, 2011

Delivery Expected Jan. 2012