JR East's "off-peak commuter pass" discount rate expanded, purchaser growth sluggish. It's been almost a year since it went on sale, but only about 200,000 people have purchased this commuter pass in the target area.
Reasons for the lack of progress in switching include a lack of awareness and the fact that companies often cover the cost of commuting, making it difficult for users to see the benefits, so we are also promoting this to companies, JR East says.