E8 Series Yamagata Shinkansen "Tsubasa"
Kato sell "E8 Series Yamagata Shinkansen "Tsubasa"" . The number are 10-2050 7-Car , and Besic 10-2051 Add-On 10-2052 .
E8 Series Yamagata Shinkansen "Tsubasa"
Special Edition 7-Car Set
The E8 Series began commercial service in March 2024 as the new train model for the Yamagata Shinkansen. Based on the E6 Series, its features are designed to meet diverse travel needs, including ample luggage storage space in all cars and expanded wheelchair access. The exterior uses three colors: purple (Oshidori Purple), yellow (Kōka Yellow), and white (Zao Bianco), following the design of previous Yamagata Shinkansen trains. It is characterized by the "Arrow Line" shape, with headlights positioned on both sides. Between Tokyo and Fukushima, the E8 Series is coupled with the E5 Series "Yamabiko" and operates at a maximum speed of 300 km/h.