Linear "Difficult to open in 2027 unless construction is started within the month" JR Tokai June 18, 17:48
Regarding the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, which Shizuoka Prefecture has not approved for construction, Shin Kaneko of JR Tokai will hold a press conference on the 18th, and if it does not start preparation work for full-scale construction this month, it will not open in 2027. I have reiterated the recognition that it will be difficult.
The JR Chukai Shinkansen is under construction in various places aiming for the opening of Tokyo-Nagoya in 2027, but we are concerned about the impact on water resources of tunnel construction in Shizuoka prefecture that is also under the river. The prefecture does not approve the start of construction, and negotiations are difficult.
Regarding this, Shin Kaneko, president of JR Tokai, said, "If we do not start the preparation work in June, it will be difficult to open the business in 2027."
In addition, he said, "The existing Tokaido Shinkansen is the main artery of the Japanese economy, but since there is only one, I would like to create a bypass as a preparation for a major disaster. It is better to prepare for a disaster, so the sooner it is, the better" Emphasized.
Regarding the meeting with Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture, who is in the process of adjusting the schedule, President Kaneko said, ``Because everyone in the local city and town is worried about water and environmental problems, we will work hard. I would like to hear from you, and I would like to hear from the governor as well."
On the other hand, Governor Kawakatsu met with the mayors and mayors of the relevant local government on the 16th, and agreed that he could not agree to the start of preparatory work in June, and the gap between thoughts is not closed. .