Kana

Sodor's fastest purple high-speed train

A purple high-speed train from Japan, the fastest on Sodor Island. It has a streamlined body and is confident in running at high speeds.

Quotes

  • Speed is power! But safety first!
  • My style is to run first and think of the answer later.

Trivia

  • Initially conceived as a character like Kenji's sister, with the name decided as Kana because it starts with 'K'.
  • Known as the fastest train on Sodor, characterized by its purple dedicated body.
  • Character growth is depicted in the training scene with Hiro.

Alternate names

Kana High-Speed Train Kana

Tags

Thomas the Tank Engine The Railway Series High-speed train Japanese character North Western Railway

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Profile

Species
Rail vehicle
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
High-speed train with a purple streamlined body. Stylish and modern design, notably slim and speedy-looking compared to other Sodor rail vehicles.
Distinguishing features
  • Purple streamlined body
  • High-speed specification body design
Iconic items
  • Dedicated passenger cars
  • Visiting train from Japan

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Confident
Detailed personality
Has strong confidence in her own speed and tends to try to solve problems with speed. After training from Hiro, her attention improved, and she became more cautious.
Keywords
  • Proud of speed
  • Confident
  • Desire to improve
  • Thirst for knowledge
  • Harmonious
  • Growth
Motto
Speed is power. But don't forget carefulness.
Talents
  • High-speed running
  • Mechanical durability
  • Japanese high-speed train technology
Skills
  • Safe driving technology
  • Advanced control capabilities
  • Cooperativeness
Motivation
To remain the fastest on Sodor Island. Also aims to run safely, not just fast.
Habits
Prioritizes running fast and tends to act before thinking.
Favorite places
Sodor, Japanese railways
Favorite colors
Purple
Favorite foods
Unknown
Hobbies
High-speed running
Disliked situations
Delays, Ignoring safety

History

Backstory
A cutting-edge high-speed train that came from Japan to Sodor Island, equipped with dedicated passenger cars and boasting the top speed among the island's engines. Has a brother-like relationship with Hiro and grew in aspects beyond speed through his guidance.
Work title
Thomas & Friends
Media type
Anime

Debut on Sodor Island

Significant event
Debut on Sodor Island
Description
Appeared from Season 25 as a high-speed train from Japan, drawing attention as the island's fastest engine.

Training from Hiro

Significant event
Training from Hiro
Description
Through Hiro's guidance, her overconfidence was improved, and she became more careful in her running.

Relationships

Hiro

Mentor

Grew through Hiro's guidance and learned the importance of safe driving.

North Western Railway

North Western Railway: unknown

Media appearances

Thomas & Friends

Anime / Supporting

Season 25-

Voice cast and creators

Rumi Okubo

Voice actor
Rumi Okubo
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Season 25

Wilbert Awdry

Creator name
Wilbert Awdry
Role
Original author

Poplar Publishing

Creator name
Poplar Publishing
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Kana Figure

Item name
Kana Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Kana Model Train

Item name
Kana Model Train
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

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