Chizu Express HOT7000 series
# Chizu Express HOT7000 series

The Chizu Express HOT7000 series (智頭急行HOT7000系) is a diesel multiple unit (DMU) tilting train type operated by the third-sector operating company Chizu Express and West Japan Railway Company (JR West) on Super Hakuto limited express services between Kyoto, Tottori, and Kurayoshi in Japan since December 1994.

The designation "HOT" is derived from the initials of the three prefectures along the route served: Hyogo Prefecture, Okayama Prefecture, and Tottori Prefecture.

## Formation

Trains are normally formed as five-car sets, sometimes lengthened to six cars.

## History

The first trains entered service on 3 December 1994.

Smoking compartments were added to cars 1 and 5 from 1 June 2008.

