Nanpū

Nanpū
A 2700 series DMU on a Nanpū service in January 2022
Overview
Service typeLimited express
First service1950 (Semi express)
1972 (Limited express)
Current operator(s)JR Shikoku
Route
Line(s) usedSeto-Ōhashi Line, Yosan Line, Dosan Line
Technical
Rolling stock2700 series DMUs
Operating speed120 km/h (75 mph)

The Nanpū (南風, English: "south wind") is a limited express train service in Japan operated by Shikoku Railway Company (JR Shikoku), which runs from Okayama to Kōchi. Trains are formed of 3-car or 2+3 car sets of 2700 series DMUs, and sometimes are coupled with Shimanto services between Tatotsu or Utazu and Kochi.