JR Shikoku will implement a timetable revision on Saturday, March 15, 2025, introducing and expanding pattern-based timetables, improving limited express services, and enhancing passenger convenience.
Expansion of Pattern Timetable Operations
Yosan Line
- Extended Pattern Operation Hours on Takamatsu – Tadotsu Section (now from 11:00 to 19:00)
- Standardized Departure Times for Local Trains at major stations between Iyo-Saijo and Matsuyama
- New Pattern Timetable Introduction between Matsuyama and Uwajima (via Uchiko Route)
Yodo Line
- Pattern Timetable Introduced between Egasaki and Uwajima, except for early morning and late-night hours
Dosan Line
- Pattern Timetable Introduced for Limited Express "Nanpu"
- Pattern Timetable Applied between Tadotsu and Kotohira
- Extended Pattern Operation Hours between Tosa-Yamada and Kochi (now from 9:00 to 17:00)
Kōtoku Line & Naruto Line
- Extended Pattern Operation Hours:
- Takamatsu – Hiketa (now from 9:00 to 19:00)
- Itano – Tokushima and the Naruto Line (now from 9:00 to 19:00)
Limited Express Service Improvements
- Limited Express "Uzushio" Fleet Upgraded to 2600/2700 series, enhancing speed and comfort
- Improved Connections between Rapid "Marine Liner" and Kōtoku Line trains
- Standardized Midday Stop Stations for Limited Express "Uzushio"
Mugi Line
- Extended Pattern Operation Hours (now from 9:00 to 20:00)
Tokushima Station "Takt Timetable" Expansion
- Expanded "Takt Timetable" Hours at Tokushima Station (now from 10:00 to 19:00)
Limited Express Service Adjustments
Tokushima – Okayama Route
- Limited Express "Uzushio" Service Shortened to operate between Takamatsu and Tokushima instead of Okayama
- Revised Coupling Operations between Limited Express "Nanpu" and "Uzushio"
Takamatsu – Kochi Route
- Revised Coupling Operations between Limited Express "Nanpu" and "Shimanto"
Yosan Line Convenience Improvements
- Standardized Platforms for Limited Express "Uwakai" at Iyo-Ozu & Yawatahama Stations
- All departures/arrivals will use the station-side platform, eliminating the need to cross an overhead bridge for boarding
- One-Man Operation Introduced on some "Uwakai" trains between Yawatahama and Uwajima
Dosan Line Changes
- Limited Express "Nanpu 22" will now stop at Ōsugi Station
