Tsugaru (train)

Tsugaru
An E751 series EMU on a Tsugaru service in June 2006
Overview
Service typeLimited express
PredecessorKamoshika
First service1954 (Express)
2002 (Limited express)
Current operatorJR East
Former operatorJNR
Route
TerminiAomori
Akita
Service frequency4 return services daily
Line usedŌu Main Line
On-board services
ClassGreen + Standard
Technical
Rolling stockE751 series EMUs
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
Electrification20 kV AC (50 Hz) overhead
Operating speed130 km/h (80 mph)

The Tsugaru (つがる) is a limited express train service in Japan operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East), which runs from Aomori to Hirosaki and Akita via the Ōu Main Line.