Linear "No change from JR Tokai to open without notice" Minister of Foreign Affairs July 7 15:17

Regarding the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, JR Tokai has indicated that the planned opening in 2027 was difficult, and there was no report from JR Tokai at the press conference, and JR Tokai plans to open at this time I have reaffirmed that there is no change.

JR Tokai aims to open the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in 2027, but the tunnel construction in Shizuoka Prefecture has not been approved by prefectures concerned about the impact on water resources.

Shizuoka Prefecture replied on the 3rd that JR Tokai was not allowed to start the preparation work even if it hurriedly started, and JR Tokai commented, "Because the preparation work is not approved, it is difficult to open in 2027". Announced.

About this, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akabane said at a press conference, "I have not received any report from JR Tokai that the opening of business will be delayed. I am aware that the opening schedule for 2027 has not changed yet." It was

In addition, Minister Akabane said, “Because there are great expectations for early opening of business, including local governments along the railway lines, it is important to have thorough discussions between JR Tokai and Shizuoka Prefecture. Early realization of linearity and water resources and natural resources associated with construction The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will continue to make necessary adjustments and cooperation in order to avoid and reduce environmental impacts at the same time," and will make adjustments between Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai toward the opening of operations in 2027. Showed an idea.