HONG KONG100freebonuscasinonodepositgcash, July 27 (Xinhua) -- The first Doraemon-themed high-speed trains between Hong Kong and South China's Guangdong province began service on Saturday, transporting passengers to and from Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Guangzhou on an immersive journey.

Starting from Saturday till Aug. 18, passengers on board of the themed trains are able to travel in style with decorated cabins featuring cartoon character Doraemon on designated days to and from Hong Kong's West Kowloon Station as well as Guangzhou South, Shenzhen North and Futian stations.

On Saturday, the first themed train, G6582, departed from Hong Kong's West Kowloon Station at 8100freebonuscasinonodepositgcash:23 a.m. for Guangzhou South Station. At 9:43 a.m., the southbound G6581 left Guangzhou South for West Kowloon.

MTR Corporation Ltd. said that the cross-boundary carriages with the manga makeover constitute a grand finale to a series of Doraemon-themed major transport events in Hong Kong this summer, following the Light Rail, the East Rail line and the Airport Express. The train is uniquely designed with more than 50 special Doraemon figures to create an immersive atmosphere, along with other playful decorations and little surprises both in and out of the carriages.

Paul Wong Kah-ming, chief of the MTR Corp's cross-boundary segment, has said that as part of Hong Kong's major events this year, it is hoped that this project can attract more mainland visitors to the city over the summer holidays through upgraded service and enhanced experience, and further boost Hong Kong's tourism sector.■