National expert meeting to check JR Tokai's environmental measures for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. In this meeting, it was confirmed that JR's measures will be monitored without any deadlines.
Shizuoka Prefecture continues to refuse to approve the start of construction on the linear shinkansen due to concerns about water resources and environmental conservation associated with tunnel construction. The meeting confirmed that members of the expert council will conduct on-site inspections starting this spring, and that they will continue to monitor JR's Measures.