Linear Shinkansen tunnel construction in Shizuoka Prefecture To organize issues led by the country October 31 14:25
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Shizuoka Prefecture, and JR Tokai executives talked about the section of Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Shizuoka Prefecture, where tunnel construction has not started due to environmental impact concerns, and the government It was confirmed that the organization of water resources and other issues will be organized in the form of leadership.
The Linear Chuo Shinkansen, which is under construction with the aim of opening between Tokyo and Nagoya in 2027, has not approved the construction of the main tunnel in the prefecture as Shizuoka is concerned about the impact on the environment. The Secretary-General Kozo Fujita of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism met with Governor Kawakatsu at the Shizuoka Prefectural Government Office and agreed to establish a new framework for discussion between the three parties including JR Tokai.
On the 31st, Vice Governor Namba from Shizuoka Prefecture and Vice President Mamoru Uno from JR Tokai visited the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and met with Director Mizushima Satoshi.
Among these, Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai have collaborated on the water resources such as spring water accompanying the construction and the impact on the ecosystem in order to achieve both the early start of the main tunnel construction of the section in Shizuoka Prefecture and environmental conservation. It is confirmed that the government will take the initiative in organizing issues that are not met.
Then, after adjusting the details such as how to proceed with the discussions, the agreement document will be compiled by three parties nearby.
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, “Enter the country in a neutral position for discussion”
After a meeting between Shizuoka Prefecture, JR Tokai, and the three countries, Mr. Shuji Eguchi, Secretary of Technology, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, said, “While the issues are being narrowed down, there is a discrepancy. It is important to proceed with the discussions, "he said, and showed the idea of making adjustments between the prefecture and JR.
On top of that, “Expectations for prefectural governments that require early opening of business are high. On the other hand, Shizuoka Prefecture is very concerned about water resources and environmental problems. That's the point. "
In addition, Mr. Mamoru Uno, vice president of JR Tokai, said, “We believe it is important to proceed with construction as soon as possible. On the other hand, how to follow up on concerns about environmental conservation will be resolved. It ’s important to go. ”
Vice Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture “Precisely determine the impact on the environment and water”
After the meeting, Shizuoka Prefecture ’s Vice Governor Namba said, “If the country has a neutral perspective, it can play a big role in consensus building between the prefecture and JR.” He expressed his expectations for the relationship.
In addition, Vice Governor Namba said, “Governor Kawakatsu is in favor of the linear business and understands early opening, but it should not be neglected to affect the natural environment and water, but it is the first thing to pack.” Said.