JR Kyushu will renew the summer uniforms for its cruise train "NANATSU-NO-SEI in Kyushu." Incorporating Kyushu's traditional craft of Kurume kasuri, the new uniforms will enhance the harmony between space, experience, and human gestures, expressing a richer hospitality that unifies environment, action, and emotion. ■ Start of Wear July 14, 2026 (Tue) ※ For the current fiscal year, the uniforms will be worn through October 30, 2026 (Fri) ■ Background of the Renewal "NANATSU-NO-SEI in Kyushu" has long offered memorable travel experiences rooted in regional culture and human warmth. Considering increasingly hot summer conditions in recent years, this renewal reflects the belief that ensuring crew members can work comfortably is essential to maintaining high-quality hospitality. Under the philosophy that crew comfort directly contributes to superior service, the train operator has reevaluated the very concept of crew attire. ■ Key Features of the Renewal (1) Expressing Kyushu's Aesthetic Consciousness with Kurume Kasuri Selected garments now feature "Kurume kasuri," a traditional craft with over 220 years of history. The fabric's soft texture and depth of expression harmonize with the train's interior, subtly conveying Kyushu's unique aesthetic sensibility. The design maintains continuity with the train's existing onboard roomwear※, weaving the entire journey into a cohesive visual narrative. ※ "NANATSU-NO-SEI" already uses Kurume kasuri for its onboard roomwear. (2) New Attire for Tea Ceremony Hospitality A new uniform has been introduced specifically for serving guests in the train's tea room—a special space within the train. Designed to harmonize with the serene atmosphere, the attire enhances the elegance of gestures and movements, making each fleeting, once-in-a-lifetime moment even more memorable. (3) Balancing Comfort and Elegance Lightweight, easy-to-move-in fabrics ensure comfort even in summer heat. Guided by the belief that crew comfort naturally leads to ref