by Fans of Sound! Euphonium will have another reason to visit Uji this autumn. Keihan Railway has announced its next major collaboration with the popular anime, bringing newly illustrated characters, themed trains, station announcements, collaboration cafés, digital stamp rallies, limited-edition tickets, merchandise, and more to the region.
Titled “Keihan Railway x Sound! Euphonium 2026 Autumn,” the campaign will run from September 1 through December 20, 2026, across locations connected to the Keihan Railway network and the real-world settings associated with the anime.
The new autumn campaign follows the earlier “Keihan Railway x Sound! Euphonium 2026 Spring” project and continues a long-running partnership between the railway company and the franchise.
One of the biggest attractions this time is a newly created autumn-themed main visual set at Keihan Uji Station. In addition to current Kitauji High School students such as Kumiko Oumae, the campaign features familiar senior characters, including Asuka Tanaka, Natsuki Nakagawa, and Yuko Yoshikawa, giving fans a chance to see several generations of the Kitauji band together in a seasonal setting.
The campaign also coincides with the upcoming Japanese theatrical release of Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movie Part 2, which is scheduled for September 11, 2026. The two-part theatrical project revisits the story of the third TV season while adding newly created scenes and performance material.
A New Autumn Chapter for the Sound! Euphonium x Keihan Railway Collaboration
The relationship between Sound! Euphonium and Keihan Railway has become one of the most recognizable anime-location collaborations in Japan.
The anime is closely associated with Uji, Kyoto, and many of its locations are inspired by real places around the city. The Keihan Uji Line also appears throughout the franchise, making the railway an especially natural partner for promotional projects.
The 2026 Autumn campaign will allow fans to experience the world of Sound! Euphonium while traveling around Uji and surrounding areas.
According to Keihan’s official campaign information, the project includes a stage-location map, digital stamp rally, collaboration trains, station character panels, original announcements, wrapped vending machines, buses, cafés, tickets, merchandise and hotel-related projects.
Rather than being limited to a single exhibition venue, the collaboration effectively turns parts of Uji and the surrounding transportation network into a large-scale Sound! Euphonium experience.
New Autumn Visual Features Kitauji’s Current Members and Seniors
The centerpiece of the campaign is a newly drawn visual designed around the atmosphere of autumn in Uji.
The artwork is set at Keihan Uji Station and features members of the Kitauji High School Concert Band.
The inclusion of senior characters is particularly exciting for longtime fans.
Characters associated with earlier generations of Kitauji’s band, including:
- Asuka Tanaka
- Natsuki Nakagawa
- Yuko Yoshikawa
appear alongside the newer generation.
This creates a nostalgic connection between different periods of the Sound! Euphonium story.
For fans who have followed the series since its first season, seeing familiar characters return in a new autumn setting provides another reminder of how much the fictional Kitauji band has changed over the years.
Original Character Voices Will Be Used Throughout the Campaign
The collaboration is not limited to visual artwork.
Keihan Railway will also introduce newly recorded character voices in several parts of the campaign.
These include:
- Station announcements on the Keihan Line.
- In-train announcements aboard the wrapped trains.
- Voice content connected to collaboration vending machines.
The use of newly recorded dialogue gives fans another way to experience the characters while traveling through locations connected to the anime.
For visitors making a pilgrimage to Uji, hearing the characters during an actual train journey can make the experience feel much closer to stepping into the world of Sound! Euphonium.
Wrapped Trains Return for Autumn
One of the most popular parts of previous Sound! Euphonium collaborations has been the specially decorated trains.
The 2026 Autumn campaign will once again feature a full-wrapped train on the Otsu Line, allowing fans to photograph the characters displayed across the exterior of the train.
The autumn campaign’s wrapped train will operate from:
September 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027
on the Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line, between Ishiyamadera Station and Sakamoto-Hieizanguchi Station.
The vehicle being used is a 700 series train, cars 705–706.
This makes the wrapped train one of the campaign’s longest-running attractions.
Keihan also plans a special wrapped-train debut photo session on August 30, shortly before the main campaign begins.
Special Character Announcements Will Run for Months
From September 1 through December 20, character announcements will be heard at selected stations on the Keihan Line and aboard the wrapped train on the Otsu Line.
The announcements are newly recorded specifically for the campaign.
This means fans visiting the railway at different times during the campaign can encounter the characters as part of their journey rather than only seeing them on merchandise.
For anime tourism fans, these details are especially appealing because the railway itself becomes part of the experience.
Commemorative Headmarks Will Also Be Displayed
Special Sound! Euphonium collaboration headmarks will be displayed on trains during the campaign.
The designs will change multiple times during the display period, giving railway and anime fans additional designs to discover.
On the Uji Line, the headmarks will be displayed from:
September 1–December 20, 2026
on a 13000 series train.
On the Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line, they will appear from:
September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027
on the 700 series wrapped train.
Keihan notes that operational circumstances can occasionally cause the Uji Line train to operate on other routes, so fans planning photography trips should check the latest operating information before traveling.
Life-Size Character Panels Coming to Uji Station
Fans will also be able to find life-size character panels inside selected Keihan Railway stations.
The panels will be installed at:
- Uji Station
- Chushojima Station
The exhibition period is scheduled for:
September 1–December 20, 2026
These locations are particularly convenient for visitors who want to combine railway sightseeing with a tour of the real-world locations that inspired the anime.
Location Scouting Map Helps Fans Explore Uji
One of the most appealing parts of the collaboration for first-time visitors is the Location Scouting Map.
The map highlights places in Uji that have appeared in the Sound! Euphonium anime.
It is designed to help fans connect the fictional story with the real-world city.
Distribution begins on September 1, 2026, and copies will be available while supplies last.
Distribution locations include:
- Major Keihan Railway stations.
- Uji City Tourist Information Center.
- Keihan Uji Station Tourist Information Center.
- JR Uji Station Citizen Exchange Plaza “Yumeria Uji.”
- Other participating locations.
The map was produced with cooperation from Uji City.
Digital Stamp Rally Returns
The campaign will also feature a digital stamp rally.
It will run from:
September 1–December 20, 2026
Participants will be able to access the project through the dedicated Keihan Railway x Sound! Euphonium 2026 Autumn website.
The digital stamp rally encourages fans to travel between different locations connected to the franchise.
This is particularly useful for visitors who want to turn their Sound! Euphonium pilgrimage into a full-day or multi-stop sightseeing experience.
Limited Sound! Euphonium Free Tickets
Special collaboration tickets will also be available.
Keihan Line Free Ticket
The Keihan Railway x Sound! Euphonium 2026 Autumn Keihan Line Free Ticket will go on sale from:
October 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM
The ticket costs:
¥1,700 for adults
A total of 6,000 tickets will be available.
Sales locations include:
- Yodoyabashi Station
- Kyobashi Station
- Hirakata-shi Station
- Chushojima Station
- Tambabashi Station
- Sanjo Station
Sales will end once the allocation is exhausted.
The sales period continues through March 31, 2027, subject to availability.
Otsu Line Free Ticket Comes With a Clear Photo Card
Fans traveling on the Otsu Line will have another special ticket option.
The Keihan Railway x Sound! Euphonium 2026 Autumn Otsu Line Free Ticket includes a clear photo card.
The ticket goes on sale from:
September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM
The price is ¥1,700, consisting of two one-day passes priced at ¥850 each.
There will be six designs, with 1,000 sets of each design available, for a total of 6,000 tickets.
The tickets will be sold at:
Biwako-Hamaotsu Station.
As with the other limited tickets, sales will end once the available quantity is sold.
Kyoto Keihan Bus Joins the Collaboration
The campaign extends beyond railway trains.
Kyoto Keihan Bus will operate specially decorated buses in the Uji area.
The wrapped buses will operate primarily on multiple routes around Uji from:
September 1–December 20, 2026
In addition, special collaboration bus stops will be installed at six locations:
- Keihan Uji Station
- Ujibashi Nishizume
- Uji Bunka Center
- Taiyogaoka
- Udo High School
- Byodoin
The collaboration therefore gives fans multiple ways to explore the area while staying within the atmosphere of the franchise.
Special Kyoto Keihan Bus One-Day Pass
A special collaboration one-day bus pass will also be sold.
The pass allows unlimited rides on participating Kyoto Keihan Bus routes, with certain routes excluded.
Price
¥1,650 including tax
Sales period
September 1–December 20, 2026
Sales locations
- Keihan Uji Station Tourist Information Center
- JR Uji Station Tourist Information Center
- Kyoto Keihan Bus Yawata Depot
- Matsuiyamate Depot
Sales will end once the available stock is sold.
Character-Wrapped Vending Machines Arrive at Four Stations
Another fun addition to the campaign is a set of Sound! Euphonium character-designed vending machines.
The machines will be installed from September 1 at:
- Uji Station
- Mimuroto Station
- Obaku Station
- Rokujizo Station
The end date has not yet been announced.
The vending machines will also be connected to the campaign’s voice projects, giving fans another opportunity to interact with the characters during their trip.
Collaboration Cafés Bring the Anime to the Dining Table
Fans looking for a more relaxed experience can visit two collaboration café locations.
Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijo-guchi
The restaurant at Hotel Keihan Kyoto Hachijo-guchi will hold a collaboration event during the campaign.
The operating hours are:
11:30 AM–3:00 PM
Last order:
2:30 PM
The event is scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays during the campaign period.
Hotel Keihan Kyobashi Grande — Lorraine
The Lorraine restaurant at Hotel Keihan Kyobashi Grande will also participate.
The collaboration will run from September 1–December 20, with Mondays generally excluded except when they are national holidays.
Hours are:
3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Last order:
5:30 PM
Takeout drinks will also be available from 11:30 AM–6:00 PM.
Fans should check the restaurant’s latest information before visiting because collaboration menus and operating schedules can be subject to change.
Limited Merchandise Will Be Available for Preorder
The autumn campaign will also introduce new collaboration goods.
Preorders are scheduled for:
October 16–December 20, 2026
The announced lineup includes:
Miniature Life-Size Panel
¥3,000
13000 Series Mascot Keychain With Acrylic Charm
¥3,500
Pass Case
¥3,500
The merchandise will be available for preorder through Keihan Card’s e-kenet Market.
For collectors, the miniature life-size panel is particularly interesting because it allows fans to bring one of the campaign’s character displays home.
Kyoto Tower Collaborations Expand the Autumn Experience
The collaboration will also extend beyond the railway network.
A special event is planned at the Nidec Kyoto Tower Observation Deck, running from:
September 1–December 20, 2026
Additional details are expected to be announced by Keihan Hotels & Resorts.
A dedicated Sound! Euphonium collaboration room is also planned at Kyoto Tower Hotel Annex.
The accommodation period is scheduled from early September 2026 through March 1, 2027, with only one room available per day.
The room is a twin room accommodating one to two guests.
Because availability is extremely limited, fans interested in the accommodation should watch for the official reservation information.
The Final Movie Part 2 Arrives in September
The timing of the autumn railway campaign is especially significant because Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movie Part 2 is scheduled to arrive in Japanese theaters on September 11, 2026.
The theatrical project is divided into two parts and revisits the story of the third TV season while adding new material.
The production features Tatsuya Ishihara as chief director and Taichi Ogawa as director, with Jukki Hanada writing newly created material. The project also includes newly animated performance sequences that were not shown in the television version.
For fans visiting Uji in September, the timing creates a particularly strong connection between the new film and the real-world locations associated with the series.
About Sound! Euphonium
Sound! Euphonium is based on the novels by Ayano Takeda and is produced by Kyoto Animation.
The story follows Kumiko Oumae, a high school student who joins the concert band at Kitauji High School.
Rather than focusing only on music competitions, the series explores the relationships, ambitions, insecurities, friendships,s and conflicts among the students.
The characters are often forced to confront difficult questions:
- How seriously should they pursue music?
- What does it mean to be good enough?
- Should everyone receive the same opportunity?
- How should friends handle competition?
- What happens when personal feelings conflict with the band’s goals?
These themes are part of what has made Sound! Euphonium so popular among anime fans.
Why Uji Is So Important to Sound! Euphonium
Uji is more than just a background location in the series.
The city is deeply integrated into the story.
Several recognizable locations, streets, bridges, riverside des, and railway stations appear throughout the anime.
Keihan Railway’s Uji Line is especially important because it connects several locations associated with the fictional Kitauji students.
As a result, fans can recreate many scenes simply by walking through the city.
The railway collaboration takes advantage of this connection by encouraging fans to explore Uji rather than limiting the franchise experience to a conventional merchandise store.
A Collaboration That Has Continued for More Than a Decade
The relationship between Sound! Euphonium and Keihan Railway has developed over many years.
The railway has repeatedly created:
- Wrapped trains
- Collaboration tickets
- Character announcements
- Station displays
- Special merchandise
- Location maps
- Digital stamp rallies
- Café events
- Bus collaborations
The 2026 Autumn campaign continues that tradition while introducing new artwork and newly recorded character content.
Keihan’s official campaign page also shows that its 2026 collaboration has already included a Spring campaign, with its spring free tickets selling out.
That response demonstrates how strongly fans continue to support the partnership.
Final Thoughts
The Sound! Euphonium x Keihan Railway 2026 Autumn collaboration is shaping up to be one of the franchise’s biggest fan experiences of the year.
From newly drawn autumn artwork featuring Kumiko and familiar senior characters such as Asuka, Natsuki and Yuko, to character announcements, wrapped trains, collaboration buses, cafés, limited tickets, merchandise and digital stamp rallies, the campaign offers far more than a conventional anime promotion.
The biggest attraction for location-pilgrimage fans may be the opportunity to explore Uji through the world of Sound! Euphonium. The location map and digital stamp rally encourage visitors to discover real places connected to the anime while enjoying special railway and bus experiences along the way.
The campaign’s timing is also perfect for fans anticipating Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movie Part 2, which arrives in Japanese theaters on September 11, 2026.
For longtime viewers, the return of senior characters in the new artwork adds a welcome nostalgic touch. For newer fans, the collaboration provides an easy way to discover the real-world locations that helped make the series so memorable.
With the autumn campaign running from September 1 through December 20, 2026, Uji is once again set to become a destination where anime, music, railway travel and local sightseeing come together.
Fans planning a visit should keep an eye on the official Keihan campaign page for operating schedules, merchandise availability and any changes before traveling.
