Azusa Limited Express Coloring Pages

The Limited Express Connecting the City and Mountains! Azusa Limited Express

The Azusa Limited Express is a super fast JR East train that connects Shinjuku Station in Tokyo with Matsumoto Station in Nagano Prefecture. It runs along the Chuo Line, a track that weaves right through the mountains. It looks so cool as it leaves the city skyscrapers behind and zooms through beautiful mountains and nature. Right now, the newest model called the "E353 series" is hard at work!

The History of Azusa Limited Express

The Azusa Limited Express first started running in 1966. It is a historic limited express train that has been loved for almost 60 years! A long time ago, it was painted in cream and red "JNR colors," but it has kept evolving with the times.
The name "Azusa" comes from the Azusa River flowing through Nagano Prefecture. The Azusa River is a very pretty river that flows through Kamikochi, a famous place to visit.

Secrets of the Newest "E353 Series" Train

The E353 series running today is packed with tricks to run fast and comfortably along mountain roads.

• Air Spring Tilting System: The Chuo Line has a lot of curves. Thanks to this system, the train can turn smoothly without slowing down by tilting the train body just a little bit!
• Cool Design: The color of the train is called "Alpine White," which brings to mind the snow on the Northern Alps. It features a purple line called "Azusa Violet."
• A Quiet Ride: With the newest technology, there is very little noise or shaking when it runs. The seats are cozy, and every seat has a power outlet, making your trip even more fun!

The Professionals Who Keep Azusa Limited Express Running

Many people work hard to keep Azusa Limited Express running safely.

• Train Drivers: They drive the heavy train safely and on time. Mountain roads have lots of slopes and curves, so it takes great skill. To become a driver, they need to work as station staff and conductors first, and then pass a national exam!
• Conductors: They open and close the doors, make announcements inside the train, and check everyone's tickets. They are dependable helpers if anyone is in trouble.
• Maintenance Workers: They check every little detail every day so Azusa Limited Express does not break down. We can all ride safely thanks to the maintenance workers doing their best every single day!

How to Choose Your Colors

When you color the Azusa Limited Express (E353 series), try to give it a cool, modern look!

• Body Color: The main color is white. You can leave the paper white, or add a light gray shadow. That will make it look 3D and so cool!
• Purple Stripe: The thin line under the windows is a color called Azusa Violet. Use a dark purple and try to color it nice and straight!
• Windows and Roof: Color the windows light blue or gray so they look shiny! A dark gray roof will make the whole train look sharp.
• Headlights: Color the front lights white or light yellow to make them look bright!

Make It Look Super Fast!

The Azusa Limited Express is a very fast train. It can run at 130 kilometers per hour!

• Speedy Background: Draw straight lines going sideways behind the Azusa Limited Express. It will look like it is zooming by!
• Cool Curves: If you color the Azusa Limited Express leaning a little bit, it shows off its special tilting system taking a sharp turn! It looks so powerful!

Try Different Backgrounds

Imagine where your Azusa Limited Express is running. Is it near the big city buildings in Shinjuku? Or in the mountains near Mount Fuji? You can also draw Matsumoto Castle near the last stop, Matsumoto Station. It will make your coloring page feel like a fun trip!

Fast Even on Curves! The Amazing Tilting System

The Chuo Main Line where Azusa Limited Express runs has a lot of curves to go around the mountains. Regular trains have to slow down, or it is dangerous. But Azusa Limited Express uses the power of "air springs" to tilt its body inward by up to 1.5 degrees! Thanks to this, it can go through curves smoothly without slowing down.

Every Seat Has an Electrical Outlet!

On today's E353 series Azusa Limited Express, every single seat has an electrical outlet, even in the standard cars! This is super advanced, even among JR East express trains. Now you can charge your smartphone or games without worrying during long trips!

No Problem in the Snow!

It snows a lot in Nagano Prefecture during winter, but Azusa Limited Express is strong against snow, too! It has a snowplow on the front to push snow away. It is also built so snow does not stick to the machinery under the floor. It is truly a "Hero of Snow Country"!

Japanese Spirit Hidden in the Design

The outside design of Azusa Limited Express is inspired by traditional Japanese "urushi lacquerware". It is not just plain white or purple. It is designed to have a deep, rich shine, so it sparkles beautifully in the sunlight!