Kintetsu 9020 series

The Kintetsu 9020 series (近鉄9020系) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) commuter train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since 2000. In 2001, it was awarded the Laurel Prize, presented annually by the Japan Railfan Club.

Operations
The 9020 series sets operate on Nara Line services, including through-running to and from Hanshin Electric Railway lines. One 9050 series variant operates on Osaka Line services.

Formations
, the fleet consists of 20 two-car sets, with 19 based at Higashihanazono Depot for Nara Line services, and one set based at Takayasu Depot for use on Osaka Line services.

Higashihanazono Depot sets
The two-car Nara Line sets are formed as follows, with one motored (M) car and one non-powered trailer (T) car, and the "Mc" car at the Namba/Kyoto end.

The "Mc" car is fitted with two cross-arm or single-arm pantographs.

Takayasu Depot set
The sole two-car Osaka Line set, 9051, is formed as follows, with one motored (M) car and one non-powered trailer (T) car, and the "Tc" car at the Osaka Uehommachi end.

The "Mc" car is fitted with two single-arm pantographs.

Interior
Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bench seating throughout.