“GRAN Sky” is a new sightseeing train by Nankai Electric Railway that will connect Nankai Namba Station in Osaka to Nankai Gokurakubashi Station in Wakayama Prefecture.

GRAN Sky
Mr. Kajitani

At the ceremony, Mr. Kajitani, President and Representative Director of Nankai Electric Railway Co., Ltd., took the stage and greeted, “Our aim is not just to provide a means of transportation, but to make the journey itself the destination. We want to value a calm space and heartfelt hospitality.”

A prayer for safe operation was conducted here.
Junko Koshino

Next, world-renowned designer Junko Koshino took the stage.

Ms. Koshino designed the uniforms for the “GRAN Sky” attendants and said, “I am from Kishiwada, and I feel very happy to have been able to design for Nankai Electric Railway, which has deep ties to Kishiwada. I hope this becomes a sightseeing train that the world can be proud of.”

Furthermore, the attendant uniforms designed by Ms. Koshino were revealed, and she explained, “The concept was safety, security, and also enjoying the work. I designed them to be casual, sporty, easy to move in, and to look fun.”

Finally, a photo session for the press was held.
With the closing of the ceremony, a test run of “GRAN Sky” was also conducted.
It departed for Nankai Gokurakubashi Station in Wakayama Prefecture, seen off by many people!

After this safe operation prayer ceremony, “GRAN Sky” is finally heading towards full-scale operation.

As a new sightseeing train that will carry people from around the world, it is expected to become a beloved presence for many.

For details on future operation schedules and reservation methods, please check the official

Nankai Namba Station

Nankai Namba Station is a major railway terminal in Osaka, Japan, serving as the primary hub for the Nankai Electric Railway. Opened in 1885, it connects central Osaka to Wakayama and Kansai International Airport, playing a key role in regional transportation. The station is located in the bustling Namba district, a historic commercial and entertainment area that has been a vital part of Osaka’s urban development since the early 20th century.

Nankai Gokurakubashi Station

Nankai Gokurakubashi Station is a scenic railway station in Japan, located on the Nankai Electric Railway’s Kōya Line. It serves as the lower terminal of the Nankai Cable, a funicular that connects visitors to the sacred Mount Kōya, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the center of Shingon Buddhism since the 9th century. The station’s name, which includes “Gokurakubashi” (meaning “Paradise Bridge”), reflects its role as a gateway to the spiritual journey up the mountain.

Kishiwada

Kishiwada is a city in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, best known for its historic Kishiwada Castle, originally built in the 16th century by the influential daimyo (feudal lord) Koide Hidemasa. The castle, reconstructed after being destroyed by lightning, now serves as a museum and is the centerpiece of the famous Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, a lively festival featuring elaborately carved wooden floats. This annual event, dating back over 300 years, celebrates the city’s cultural heritage and draws large crowds.