Talks in a linear fashion Under Secretary of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and Shizuoka Governor

Talks at the Linear Department Secretary of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture

Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka and Vice-Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Secretary Fujita held a meeting over the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Shizuoka, which is difficult to discuss. While Mr. Fujita asked for permission to proceed with the preparatory work for the construction, Governor Kawakatsu reiterated the idea that the start of the work would not be permitted.

Regarding the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, JR Tokai has requested that preparatory work for tunnel construction in Shizuoka Prefecture be admitted, but Shizuoka Prefecture, which is concerned about the impact on water resources, did not approve the start of work, and discussions are difficult. ..

Under such circumstances, Secretary-General Fujita of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism visited Shizuoka Prefectural Government Office and met with Governor Kawakatsu at about 5 pm and explained the proposal of the country to proceed with the preparatory work.

In this, Mr. Fujita said, "I understand that protecting the water resources and natural environment of the Oi River is an urgent issue. In order to be compatible with the linear business, I would like you to promptly proceed with the procedures based on the necessary regulations. I want to accept the prompt implementation of preparatory work.

In response to this, Governor Kawakatsu said, "There is a common understanding with the local governments in the basin that the preparatory work is an integral part of the main body construction of the tunnel. It is said that it is compatible with the early realization of the linear, but as a result of water depletion in the construction There is also a voice that there is one way to change the route, and there are various ways to achieve both,” he added, saying that he would not be allowed to start work.

After the meeting, Governor Kawakatsu indicated that the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism would not refuse to explain the contents of the proposal to the cities and towns in the basin, but this time the discussions of both parties did not mesh, and eventually the parallel lines I'm done.

The opening of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in 2027 is becoming even more difficult.

After having a meeting with Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka prefecture, Secretary-General Fujita of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism said, "I think we had a very open and frank discussion. I think it was a connection that will continue in the future."

Regarding the future response, it is important to ask the opinions one by one, consider the response, and find a consensus. In the future, I would like to explain the proposal to the people in the cities and towns in the basin and ask them about their concerns. I want to do it."

On the other hand, regarding the change in the route of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, which Governor Kawakatsu pointed out during the meeting, “The change should not be discussed lightly. I am currently discussing the impact on water resources, so it is not at the stage of discussion or in mind." In addition, he said, "I understand that it is the opening target for 2027" about the opening time of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen.