Maizuru (train)
The is a limited express train service operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR West) in Japan. It operates between and via the Sanin Main Line, and is one of the services that make up JR West's "Big X Network". Station stops. The Maizuru 2 and 11 (coupling with the Kinosaki services between Kyoto and Ayabe) stop at Hiyoshi Station. Rolling stock. Since the 12 March 2011 timetable revision, "Maizuru" services have been operated with 3-car 287 series electric multiple unit trains or 2-car Kitakinki Tango Railway KTR8000 series diesel multiple units, which operate coupled  with "Kinosaki" or "Hashidate" sets between Kyoto and Ayabe. No Green (first class) car accommodation is available on "Maizuru" services. Prior to 12 March 2011, services were operated using 3-car 183 series EMUs trains based at Fukuchiyama Depot. Trains operated coupled with 4-car "Tamba" sets between Kyoto and Ayabe. History. The "Maizuru" service was introduced from 2 October 1999, following the completion of electrification of the Maizuru Line. From 18 March 2007, all cars were made non-smoking.