Where To Stream Japan Railway Journal Season 2020 Episode 6
Securing the Future of Japan's Local Railways
- Aired June 4, 2020
- 30 Min
Across Japan there are 95 local railways, many of which are now struggling to survive. The aging population, a declining birth rate, an increase in motorists and the poor financial situation of local governments has made things difficult for the railway industry. In addition, the impact of the coronavirus is taking its toll. Now, local railways are reexamining the significance of their role in local communities, and how best to work with these communities and local governments to ensure their...