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by Miss Maglev
28. Mar 2024, 12:21
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] JR Tokai to increase Maglev investment by 3% to 350 billion yen
Replies: 0
Views: 68

[JP] JR Tokai to increase Maglev investment by 3% to 350 billion yen

JR Tokai to increase Maglev investment by 3% to 350 billion yen in FY2024. JR Tokai announced its capital expenditure plan for 2024 on 28 March 2024. The linear central Shinkansen Maglev line being built between Tokyo/Shinagawa and Nagoya will require an investment of 350 billion yen, an increase o...
by Miss Maglev
26. Mar 2024, 14:31
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Shinkansen and Maglev
Replies: 0
Views: 113

[JP] Shinkansen and Maglev

The Linear Central Shinkansen Line. What is JR Tokai's 'argument'?  The talks between JR Tokai and Shizuoka Prefecture over the Linear Central Shinkansen Line are about to be carried over to FY2024 without any concrete progress. In the first place, when JR Tokai announced in 2007 that it would buil...
by Miss Maglev
18. Mar 2024, 12:20
Forum: RUSSIA and EUROPE / EU
Topic: [IT] IronLev: an innovative maglev prototype?
Replies: 0
Views: 226

[IT] IronLev: an innovative maglev prototype?

IronLev: an innovative maglev prototype? . img_5329[1].jpeg .Source: https://www.railway.supply/en/ironlev-an-innovative-maglev-prototype/ Accessed 2024-03-18 Italian company IronLev has unveiled an innovative maglev prototype capable of operating on conventional railway tracks without the need for...
by Miss Maglev
14. Mar 2024, 19:45
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] 10 cities will 'conditionally' not ask for water to be returned

大井川流域10市町の半数以上“条件付き”で「返水求めない」 リニアボーリング調査めぐり「流域の総意」発言受けて静岡県が意向確認  「反対はしない」“消極的意見”の自治体も… 10 cities and towns in the Oigawa River Basin will 'conditionally' not ask for water to be returned ... At a regular press conference on 13 March, Shizuoka Prefectural Governor Heita Kawakatsu confirmed the inten...
by Miss Maglev
9. Mar 2024, 10:49
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

リニア工事「流域市町と意思疎通を」 解決策提示要請など相次ぐ Maglev construction "Communicate with cities and towns in the watershed" A series of requests to present solutions, etc.   At a meeting of the Shizuoka Prefectural Assembly's Committee on Crisis Management and Living Environment on March 8, a number of membe...
by Miss Maglev
5. Mar 2024, 15:21
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Nagoya linear tunnel excavation to start spring 2024
Replies: 0
Views: 193

[JP] Nagoya linear tunnel excavation to start spring 2024

リニアトンネル、名古屋市内で今春に掘削開始 JR東海 JR Tokai: Nagoya linear tunnel excavation to start spring 2024 JR Tokai announced on March 5 that it will begin "survey excavation" this spring to investigate the impact of tunnel construction on the surrounding area in a section of the Linear Central Shinkansen...
by Miss Maglev
29. Feb 2024, 13:06
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai's Environmental Measures for Linear Central Shinkansen to be Checked by National Expert Group

リニア中央新幹線 JR東海の環境対策チェックへ 国の有識者会議 JR Tokai's Environmental Measures for Linear Central Shinkansen to be Checked by National Expert Group Info Based on translated Japanese Media News: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20240229/k10014375131000.html Accessed February 29, 2024 As Shizuoka Prefecture conti...
by Miss Maglev
26. Feb 2024, 23:57
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Chuo Shinkansen Summary
Replies: 4
Views: 2579

Re: [JP] Chuo Shinkansen Summary

Linear: Governor cautious about conducting early study requested by communities On 25th January, the heads of the local governments along the Oigawa River basin asked the president of JR Tokai to proceed with the survey as soon as possible, regarding the survey of boreholes in the prefecture that t...
by Miss Maglev
22. Feb 2024, 11:40
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka's LDP discusses ...

分かりやすく整理し議論を1個1個やっていけば」静岡県議会自民会派がリニア勉強会 県とJRの見解を確認 Shizuoka Prefectural Assembly's Liberal Democratic Party Study Group Confirms Prefectural and JR Views on Linear Project On February 20, the largest faction of the Shizuoka Prefectural Assembly, the Liberal Democratic Reform Conference, held a stud...
by Miss Maglev
15. Feb 2024, 11:01
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] "No remaining points of discussion" (?)

Dialogue with Shizuoka Prefecture on Linear Shinkansen: "No remaining points of discussion", JR Tokai President JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa expressed his opinion on February 15 that "no issues remain to be discussed" regarding 47 points related to water resources and enviro...
by Miss Maglev
11. Feb 2024, 17:10
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The "47 items" that JR refutes the Governor?

Linear Linear Project: What are the "47 items" that JR refutes the Governor? Translated text from Japanese Media. Source: NHK. https://www3.nhk.or.jp/lnews/shizuoka/20240206/3030022939.html Accessed 2024-02-05. February 06, 19:53 It has been a little over a month since the start of 2024, ...
by Miss Maglev
2. Feb 2024, 22:18
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] MLIT Ministry to meet with Governor Kawakatsu

Director General of the Railway Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to Brief Governor Kawakatsu in Person on February 7 on the Shizuoka Linear Development Environmental Protection Report It has been decided that Shizuoka Governor Heita Kawakatsu will meet with the ...
by Miss Maglev
29. Jan 2024, 10:57
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Governor Kawakatsu responds to JR Tokai

Linear Linear: Governor Kawakatsu responds to JR Tokai's rebuttal January 29, 2011 5:49 pm Regarding the Linear Central Shinkansen Line that Shizuoka Prefecture has not approved for construction, JR Tokai held an unusual press conference to refute the Governor's statement that they were confused by...
by Miss Maglev
25. Jan 2024, 19:57
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai Responds to Governor Kawakatsu's Remarks

JR Tokai Responds to Governor Kawakatsu's Remarks on the Shizuoka Linear Construction Zone Issue January 24, 2024 19:24 Ryotaro Fukuda On January 24, JR Tokai held a media briefing on the issue of the Shizuoka construction zone of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, claiming that there are many repo...
by Miss Maglev
19. Jan 2024, 21:54
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
Replies: 12
Views: 9940

Re: [JP] Mitake City Administration Information

Mitake City Administration Information About the Linear Accumulated Soil Yard Planning Council  While the city seeks to promote the Linear Central Shinkansen as soon as possible, the issue of the city's soil yard that will accompany the construction of the Linear Shinkansen has become a major chall...
by Miss Maglev
12. Jan 2024, 11:49
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Lida City Maglev Station to be linked to self-driving cars?

Lida City Maglev Station to be linked to self-driving cars? In Iida City, Nagano Prefecture, construction of the Nagano Station for the Linear Central Shinkansen Line will begin in earnest in 2024. The station is designed to be connected to cars, and in anticipation of the spread of self-driving ca...
by Miss Maglev
4. Jan 2024, 12:26
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
Replies: 12
Views: 9940

[JP] Publication of the Proceedings of the 3rd Meeting of the Linear Accelerated Soil Deposit Project Council

Publication of the Proceedings of the 3rd Meeting of the Linear Accelerated Soil Deposit Project Council  On September 30, the town of Mitake established the "Mitake Town Linear Soil Yard Project Council" to gather information on the concerns of the town's residents regarding the linear s...
by Miss Maglev
1. Jan 2024, 20:56
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later
Replies: 2
Views: 1256

[JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later

On December 28, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism approved JR Tokai's plan to change the start of construction of the delayed Linear Central Shinkansen Line in Shizuoka Prefecture from "2027" to "after 2027". JR Tokai decided to change the opening date o...
by Miss Maglev
26. Dec 2023, 16:41
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [jp] JR-Maglev and major earthquakes
Replies: 0
Views: 1916

[jp] JR-Maglev and major earthquakes

The Linear train is running on an active fault line, there's a major earthquake, it's the middle of winter in the Southern Alps, what will happen to the passengers? JR Tokai stresses safety. Source: Translated info form Diamond editorial office, Mrs. Eiko Hamane: Reporter https://diamond.jp/articles...
by Miss Maglev
18. Dec 2023, 15:41
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Nagoya - Osaka Maglev Extension
Replies: 1
Views: 1083

[JP] Nagoya - Osaka Maglev Extension

Convention to Promote the Early Opening of the Nagoya-Osaka Linear Shinkansen Line, Nara The governors of Nara, Osaka, and Mie prefectures, as well as business leaders, gathered in Nara City to call for the early opening of the Nagoya-Osaka Linear Shinkansen Line. JR Tokai has been aiming to open th...
by Miss Maglev
14. Dec 2023, 17:27
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later
Replies: 2
Views: 1256

Re: [JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later

The company decided at a board meeting on Thursday to make the change for the section between Tokyo's Shinagawa and Nagoya. [...] The delay is due to an objection from Shizuoka Prefecture which is along the train's route. [...] Because of the deadlock, the train operator had expressed that the laun...
by Miss Maglev
14. Dec 2023, 17:25
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later
Replies: 2
Views: 1256

[JP] Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later

Opening Date of Japan's Maglev Shinkansen Line Changed to 2028 or later Central Japan Railway Co., or JR Tokai [...] changed the target as it is unclear when the company will be able to start a tunnel drilling in a section in Shizuoka Prefecture. [...] The company included the new target in a filin...
by Miss Maglev
3. Dec 2023, 13:22
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka Prefectural government to approve JR's Oi river plan

Prefectural government to approve JR's Oi river plan  The prefectural government has informed JR Tokai that it will approve the implementation of a plan proposed by JR Tokai to reduce the intake of water from upstream dams as a countermeasure to concerns over the spillage of spring water during tun...
by Miss Maglev
1. Dec 2023, 15:51
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Photo: Tokyo Shinagawa TBM launch shaft for the Maglev Chuo Shinkansen
Replies: 8
Views: 25682

[JP] Tokyo Shinagawa TBM for the Maglev Chuo Shinkansen

JR Tokai President: "Repairs will not affect the construction schedule".  At a regular press conference held in Tokyo on March 30, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa said that repairs to the excavator were progressing and that "the overall construction schedule will not be affected. Th...
by Miss Maglev
29. Nov 2023, 09:53
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Linear Maglev: Governors ask PM Kishida for support
Replies: 1
Views: 1663

Re: [JP] Linear Maglev: Governors ask PM Kishida for support

Governor, mayors of seven cities and towns along the planned maglev line ask JR Tokai's president to open on schedule  On November 28, Governor Furuta Hajime, chairman of the Prefectural Alliance to Promote the Construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, and the mayors of seven cities and t...
by Miss Maglev
27. Nov 2023, 18:57
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Maglev Oi river dam proposal: mayor of Shimada and other basin municipalities intend to approve

Maglev Oi river dam proposal: mayor of Shimada and other basin municipalities intend to approve. Regarding the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen, the Mayor of Shimada City, Kinuyo Someya, stated that she was "thinking of approving" JR Tokai's proposal to reduce the water intak...
by Miss Maglev
22. Nov 2023, 22:21
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Maglev: The National Environmental Report for the Maglev Line
Replies: 3
Views: 2117

[JP] Maglev: Report: Maglev construction will have minimal impact?

リニア建設 アセス法の不備を正せ Maglev: Report: Maglev construction will have minimal impact?  The expert panel of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on the Shizuoka section of the Central Shinkansen Linear Line will soon prepare a report evaluating JR Tokai's environmental protection mea...
by Miss Maglev
16. Nov 2023, 15:54
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Maglev: The National Environmental Report for the Maglev Line
Replies: 3
Views: 2117

Re: [JP] Maglev: The National Environmental Report for the Maglev Line

【リニア】JR東海社長が静岡県をけん制 「有益な助言いただいた」 有識者会議を評価 県は報告書に反発 JR Tokai's president criticises Shizuoka prefecture: "We received useful advice" At a press conference held on 16 January, JR Tokai President Niwa praised the fact that the national expert panel that discussed the environmental impact of ...
by Miss Maglev
16. Nov 2023, 15:51
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Maglev: The National Environmental Report for the Maglev Line
Replies: 3
Views: 2117

[JP] Maglev: The National Environmental Report for the Maglev Line

Linear "Constructive Discussions Based on the National Report" JR Tokai President At a press conference on 16 November, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa said, "I hope we can have constructive discussions on environmental protection measures and monitoring based on the policies and co...
by Miss Maglev
1. Nov 2023, 22:59
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto)
Replies: 10
Views: 5952

Re: [JP] Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station (Hashimoto)

JR Tokai to Establish a Business Interchange Hub Near Kanagawa Linear Maglev Station JR Tokai signed a cooperation agreement with Kanagawa Prefecture and Sagamihara City on Novmeber 1 regarding "Kanagawa Station (tentative name)" of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, which is under const...
by Miss Maglev
26. Oct 2023, 12:29
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Estimate economic losses due to delayed opening of Maglev
Replies: 0
Views: 2536

[JP] Estimate economic losses due to delayed opening of Maglev

maglev opening delayed "estimate losses," governor demands JR Tokai / Mie  On 24 October, Governor Katsuyuki Ichimi said he would like JR Tokai to "calculate how much economic loss will be caused to Japan" by the expected delay in the opening of the Tokyo-Nagoya linear maglev li...
by Miss Maglev
23. Oct 2023, 14:03
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Economic effects of Maglev
Replies: 1
Views: 1368

Re: [JP] Economic effects of Maglev 'lousy in content'?

Shizuoka Governor says linear effects 'lousy in content' Shizuoka Governor Heita Kawakatsu said on 23 October that the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's estimate of the prefecture's economic effects after the full opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, released on 20...
by Miss Maglev
12. Oct 2023, 11:46
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai begins to explain the plan to control water extraction from dams to watersheds

JR Tokai begins to explain the plan to control water extraction from dams to watersheds JR Tokai has begun explaining the status of its talks with Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) regarding the Tashiro Dam proposal, which would secure water resources by restricting water withdrawals during cons...
by Miss Maglev
7. Oct 2023, 15:02
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction
Replies: 2
Views: 1524

[JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction

JR Tokai announced on April 6 that the construction of a tunnel near Shinagawa Station in Tokyo, the starting point of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, has been suspended again due to a problem with a shield machine, a large excavation machine. A part of the steel casing that houses the machine's...
by Miss Maglev
6. Oct 2023, 14:26
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction
Replies: 2
Views: 1524

Re: [JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction

Linear Tunnel "Survey Digging" Suspended Again; Excavator Dents in Shinagawa, Shifting Inner Wall; JR Tokai: "No Safety Issues"  . 7df8a710d8f93868fe86d8a989bb4f96_2[1].jpg . Location Source: https://www.tokyo-np.co.jp/article/282146 Accesssed October 6, 2023  JR Tokai announced...
by Miss Maglev
2. Oct 2023, 21:27
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction
Replies: 2
Views: 1524

[JP] Tokyo: linear maglev tunnel construction

Investigation excavation of Higashi Yurigaoka emergency exit 'completed without problems' JR Tokai's linear tunnel construction  JR Tokai announced on October 2 that the construction of the first Metropolitan Area Tunnel of the Linear Central Shinkansen, to be dug more than 40 metres underground, w...
by Miss Maglev
26. Sep 2023, 22:40
Forum: General maglev debate in China
Topic: [CN] New Chinese unmanned suspension railway test track completed in Shanghai
Replies: 0
Views: 3121

[CN] New Chinese unmanned suspension railway test track completed in Shanghai

New Chinese unmanned suspension railway test track completed in Shanghai The developer of an unmanned suspension railway has finished its phase I construction and started testing on Monday in Shanghai, the latest step in intelligent monorail testing in China. The Baoshan demonstration line project ...
by Miss Maglev
24. Sep 2023, 13:05
Forum: General maglev debate in China
Topic: [CN] CRRC 600 high-speed maglev transportation system debuts at German InnoTrans
Replies: 2
Views: 2885

[CN] Video: 600 km/h maglev train debuts at CN World Manufacturing Convention

600 km/h maglev train debuts at World Manufacturing Convention A maglev train running at 600 kilometers per hour has been displayed at the 2023 World Manufacturing Convention that kicked off Wednesday in Hefei, capital of east China's Anhui Province. [...] The spacious vehicle is equipped with adju...
by Miss Maglev
24. Sep 2023, 12:56
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka: Simulate the Water impacts of Maglev Tunnel

Linear construction soil yard, prefectural governor 'in cooperation with Shizuoka City' At a press conference on 22 September, Heita Kawakatsu, Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture, stated that he would like to " simulate (the impact) in cooperation with Shizuoka City " regarding the location o...
by Miss Maglev
9. Sep 2023, 18:37
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai meets with Shizuoka basin cities and towns

JR Tokai meets with Shizuoka basin cities and towns over linear construction, water measures, etc. On 9 September, JR Tokai held a meeting in Shizuoka City to exchange views on the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line between the company's president and other executives and the mayors...
by Miss Maglev
8. Sep 2023, 13:00
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] JR Tokai urged to minimize environmental impact
Replies: 0
Views: 2743

[JP] JR Tokai urged to minimize environmental impact

Prefectural Government Urges JR Tokai to Maximize Reduction of Impact on Natural Environment in Linear Tunnel "Okoshi Construction Section On September 7, the prefectural government notified JR Tokai of its "advice" regarding the construction of the Okoshi section of the Chuo Alps Tu...
by Miss Maglev
6. Sep 2023, 13:17
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Linear Technology Committee proposes opening a university endowed course
Replies: 0
Views: 2776

[JP] Linear Technology Committee proposes opening a university endowed course

Chairperson of Shizuoka Prefecture Linear Linear Technology Committee proposes opening a university endowed course. Yuichi Morishita, a visiting professor at Shizuoka University who chairs Shizuoka Prefecture's expert committee to discuss the impact of the Linear Central Shinkansen on water resourc...
by Miss Maglev
31. Aug 2023, 00:43
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai Explains Environmental Responses at Linear Experts' Meeting, Advances Discussions

JR Tokai Explains Environmental Responses at Linear Experts' Meeting, Advances Discussions On August 30, 2023, a meeting of government experts was held in Tokyo to discuss the environmental impact of the tunnel construction in the Shizuoka section of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. This time, J...
by Miss Maglev
4. Aug 2023, 22:42
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai to proceed with the digging of "advanced shafts"

JR Tokai to proceed with the digging of "advanced shafts" JR Tokai has announced its plan to proceed with the excavation of "advanced shafts" for auxiliary tunnels for the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, as a boring survey conducted in Yamanashi Prefecture ha...
by Miss Maglev
22. Jul 2023, 12:38
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
Replies: 24
Views: 46118

[JP] 'Clarify opening date': Promotional Nagano Prefecture Council adopts resolution

Linear Central Shinkansen: 'Clarify opening date' Promotional Nagano Prefecture Council adopts resolution on eight items  The Prefectural Council for Promoting the Construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen (Chairman: Governor Morikazu Abe), which includes the prefectural government, mayors of m...
by Miss Maglev
20. Jul 2023, 12:25
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Linear Maglev lawsuit likely to be lost by plaintiffs
Replies: 2
Views: 1877

[JP] Linear Maglev lawsuit lost by plaintiffs

In Tuesday's ruling, the court said that the government's decision to approve the project after evaluating JR Tokai's efforts to mitigate the project's negative effects "cannot be found to be significantly lacking validity." Source: https://www.nippon.com/en/news/yjj2023071800607/ Accesse...
by Miss Maglev
14. Jul 2023, 10:34
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Worker Accident at Maglev Ina Mountain Tunnel Construction Site
Replies: 2
Views: 2401

[JP] Tunneling: Failure to report linear work accidents?

Failure to report linear work accidents? Labour Inspectorate files charges against construction company and others. The Labour Standards Inspection Bureau has referred a construction company and its foreman for prosecution on suspicion of violating the Occupational Safety and Health Law for failing...
by Miss Maglev
8. Jul 2023, 22:59
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Linear Maglev lawsuit likely to be lost by plaintiffs
Replies: 2
Views: 1877

[JP] Linear Maglev lawsuit likely to be lost by plaintiffs

リニア中央新幹線訴訟は原告側敗訴の公算 Linear Maglev lawsuit likely to be lost by plaintiffs Note: This is a commentary translated from Japanese by a Japanese lawyer and not an objective report. The commentary comes in the run-up to a judgment on 19 July 2023 and may have influencing motives. What is the Linear Centr...
by Miss Maglev
22. Jun 2023, 12:55
Forum: USA: Baltimore - Washington Maglev Project
Topic: [US] Westport-maglev land condemnation case set to head to jury trial
Replies: 1
Views: 4895

[US] Westport-maglev land condemnation case set to head to jury trial

Westport-maglev land condemnation case set to head to jury trial A jury trial is set to open July 10 centered on land condemnation rights sought by Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR). The firm is seeking to build a $10 billion high-speed train or maglev that can make a one-way trip from Baltimo...
by Miss Maglev
22. Jun 2023, 12:50
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Talks between JR Tokai and TEPCO begin.

JR Tokai and TEPCO begin talks on proposal to reduce dam water withdrawals. JR Tokai has proposed a plan to limit the intake of water from dams in order to prevent spring water from tunneling, a concern of Shizuoka Prefecture, from flowing out of the prefecture. The proposal is considered a promisi...
by Miss Maglev
9. Jun 2023, 22:18
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai asks Shizuoka to understand that ....

JR Tokai and Shizuoka Prefecture  JR Tokai Corp. asked Shizuoka Prefecture to understand that the borehole investigation being conducted from the Yamanashi Prefecture side toward Shizuoka Prefecture will proceed while taking measures to prevent groundwater leakage. He attended a meeting of Shizuoka...
by Miss Maglev
28. May 2023, 21:28
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Japan Touts Benefits of Maglev Project to Local Regions
Replies: 0
Views: 4149

[JP] Japan Touts Benefits of Maglev Project to Local Regions

Japan Touts Benefits of Maglev Project to Local Regions The Yomiuri Shimbun 15:55 JST, May 27, 2023 The launch of maglev train services will benefit local regions, according to a government draft of a new national land development plan. A Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ministry expert ...
by Miss Maglev
12. May 2023, 15:12
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Nagasaki Governor Expresses Displeasure with Shizuoka Document on Linear Drilling Survey

Nagasaki Governor Expresses Displeasure with Shizuoka Document on Linear Drilling Survey 12 May 16:24. Governor Nagasaki has expressed his displeasure over a document in which Shizuoka Prefecture asked JR Tokai not to excavate a section on the Yamanashi Prefecture side of the Central Linear Shinkans...
by Miss Maglev
29. Apr 2023, 11:47
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Maglev Marketing
Replies: 1
Views: 2072

[JP] JR Tokai Maglev Marketing: Project too difficult?

Dance and you'll be invited to the Linear Linear JR Tokai calls for videos, but "too hard"? JR Tokai, in collaboration with Benesse Corporation, is calling for photos and videos of dances representing the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. The 15 pairs of 60 people selected for the competitio...
by Miss Maglev
18. Apr 2023, 00:05
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

Regarding the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, which is still in discussion with JR Tokai, Governor Kawakatsu said: 'People often say that Linear is a national policy, but it is also a national policy to protect the Southern Alps. It is also our duty to future generations to take care of water and na...
by Miss Maglev
10. Apr 2023, 13:18
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] New JR Tokai President Visits Shizuoka Gov. to discuss Maglev
Replies: 1
Views: 1354

[JP] New JR Tokai President Visits Shizuoka Gov. to discuss Maglev

New JR Tokai President Visits Shizuoka Gov. to discuss Maglev Shizuoka Prefecture announced on April 10 that JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa will visit Governor Heita Kawakatsu on April 12 to greet the new president, who will take office on April 1, and Chairman Shin Kaneko will be in attendance. ...
by Miss Maglev
9. Apr 2023, 12:49
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Expected effects of Gifu Maglev Station
Replies: 4
Views: 3231

[JP] Gifu Maglev Station: Drinking water temporarily muddy

Drinking water temporarily muddy due to water supply replacement work at Gifu Station on the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. On 5 April, the drinking water in the vicinity of Gifu Station on the Linear Central Shinkansen Line in Nakatsugawa City, Gifu Prefecture, became muddy due to the replacement...
by Miss Maglev
30. Mar 2023, 12:47
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka Maglev Tunnel: discussions on a JR Tokai proposal

Proposed dam to control water intake: Governor reluctant to start consultations The Oigawa River Basin Council has agreed to continue discussions on a proposal submitted by JR Tokai to reduce water intake at a dam upstream of the Oigawa River in connection with the construction of the Linear Centra...
by Miss Maglev
19. Mar 2023, 13:29
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact

Linear Kazetsuzan Tunnel Kamigo Section and Main Tunnel Detailed route and depth presented by JR Tokai at a local briefing. On the evening of 17 March, JR Tokai held a briefing on the main tunnel of the Kamigo section of the Kazetsuzan Tunnel (3.3 km) in Iida City at the local Kamigo Community Cent...
by Miss Maglev
14. Mar 2023, 22:20
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Governor Kawakatsu: 'We will make a decision after reaching a common understanding'

Explanation of linear construction 'Tashiro Dam Proposal' at a Shizuoka Prefectural Council meeting, Governor Kawakatsu: 'We will make a decision after reaching a common understanding'. In response to JR Tokai's proposal for a 'Tashiro Dam Plan' and its desire to explain it individually to the Oiga...
by Miss Maglev
9. Mar 2023, 20:22
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] R Tokai to brief local authorities on water shortage management

JR Tokai to brief local authorities in Shizuoka Prefecture on water shortage management during line construction JR Tokai will begin explaining the construction of the Southern Alps Tunnel for the linear central Shinkansen line, which is opposed by Shizuoka Prefecture, to local governments in the w...
by Miss Maglev
8. Mar 2023, 12:56
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai talks with TEPCO to resolve linear water issue

リニア水問題解決へ JR東海が東電と協議調整 JR Tokai talks with TEPCO to resolve linear water issue JR Tokai has begun discussions with TEPCO, the owner of the water rights for the Oi River dam, as soon as it receives approval from the parties concerned. On the same day, JR Tokai informed the prefectural government in ...
by Miss Maglev
1. Mar 2023, 11:22
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka: Evidence presented by JR Tokai is broken?

Heita Kawakatsu, Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture: "Evidence presented by JR Tokai is broken" 「工事やめて説明にくるべき」川勝知事 リニア県境ボーリング調査で改めてJR東海批判「彼らの示した根拠は崩れている」 Heita Kawakatsu, Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture, has once again criticised JR Tokai for starting a borehole investigation towards the bor...
by Miss Maglev
28. Feb 2023, 13:02
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Maglev - a social and economic irritant
Replies: 0
Views: 2138

[JP] Maglev - a social and economic irritant

Maglev - a social and economic irritant. JR東海のドン・葛西名誉会長が遺した「負の遺産」(後) The 'negative legacy' left behind by Don Kasai, Honorary Chairman of JR Tokai Tokai Railway Company (JR Tokai) 28 Feb 2023  Shunsuke Niwa, 57, vice-president of JR Tokai (Central Japan Railway), will succeed Shin Kaneko, 67, as pr...
by Miss Maglev
21. Feb 2023, 15:15
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

リニア中央新幹線工事 山梨県側からボーリング調査 JR東海 Linear Central Shinkansen Construction Boring survey from Yamanashi Prefecture side JR Tokai JR Tokai has announced that a boring survey from the Yamanashi Prefecture side to near the Shizuoka Prefecture border, where Shizuoka Prefecture has raised concerns about water...
by Miss Maglev
18. Feb 2023, 20:38
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

On 24 January, an official from the Tokyo Prefectural Government Office delivered the letter to the Prime Minister's Office in the House of Representatives building.  Tsugishiro Nakata, a member of the Liberal Democratic Party's reform conference, criticised the method used by the official to delive...
by Miss Maglev
11. Feb 2023, 11:46
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Nagano Station development plan
Replies: 7
Views: 5873

Re: [JP] Nagano Station development plan

Utilization of space under the elevated Nagano Station and consideration of secondary transportation to be promoted from a broad regional perspective  As part of the project to develop the area around the Linear Central Shinkansen Station (Zakouji, Kamiigo Iinuma, Iida City), the City will establis...
by Miss Maglev
5. Feb 2023, 00:05
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Nagoya Maglev Station
Replies: 10
Views: 5917

[JP]: Nagoya Maglev Station Shopping Mall

Meichika" shopping Mall, crowded with many people in Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City expected to reopen in FY26  Meichika, an underground shopping mall at the east exit of Nagoya Station, will cease operations at the end of March. This is due to the need to upgrade the air conditioning system of the ...
by Miss Maglev
1. Feb 2023, 23:01
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Photo: Tokyo Shinagawa TBM launch shaft for the Maglev Chuo Shinkansen
Replies: 8
Views: 25682

[JP] Tokyo: JR Tokai to Begin Linear Tunnel " Exploratory Excavation"

JR Tokai to Begin Linear Tunnel "Survey Digging" at Three Sites in Kawasaki and Machida by the End of the Fiscal Year, Raising Concerns of Residents Along Line  JR Tokai plans to begin excavation of the first Metropolitan Area Tunnel of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line in Kawasaki City ...
by Miss Maglev
30. Jan 2023, 12:15
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] JR Tokai announces geological drilling survey near prefectural border

県境付近の地質 ボーリング調査 JR東海表明 /静岡 JR Tokai announces geological drilling survey near prefectural border On January 25, JR Tokai announced its plan to conduct a boring survey to investigate the geology near the Shizuoka Prefecture border for the tunnel excavation work being carried out on the Yamanashi Pre...
by Miss Maglev
28. Jan 2023, 00:06
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] Governor Kawakatsu's "Theater" Playing with the Linear Project (?)

Governor Kawakatsu's "Theater" Playing with the Linear Project: "Red Light" in Shizuoka: No Construction Started and Line to Open in 9 Years January 27, 2023 07:00 The construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line is at the mercy of one governor. Heita Kawakatsu, governor o...
by Miss Maglev
25. Jan 2023, 08:27
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] Governor Kawakatsu: Letter to Prime Minister Kishida Requesting Details of Study

 In response to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's plan to conduct a survey on increasing the number of stops of the Tokaido Shinkansen in Shizuoka Prefecture after the opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen, Governor Heita Kawakatsu sent a letter to the Prime Minister on January 24 requesting that th...
by Miss Maglev
23. Jan 2023, 17:21
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] 16 Neighborhood associations in proposed landfill site form think tank
Replies: 12
Views: 9940

[JP] Linear Soil Disposal Site Area is "Important Wetland"

リニア残土処分場のエリアは「重要湿地」 御嵩町がフォーラム Linear Soil Disposal Site Area is "Important Wetland" On January 21, regarding the disposal site for the overburden generated from the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel that JR Tokai plans to build in the town of Mitake, the town of Mitake ...
by Miss Maglev
19. Jan 2023, 23:34
Forum: Personalities & Anniversaries
Topic: [JP] JR Tokai Promotes Vice President Niwa to Next President
Replies: 2
Views: 3200

[JP] JR Tokai Promotes Vice President Niwa to Next President

JR Tokai Promotes Vice President Niwa to Next President On January 11, JR Tokai announced that Shunsuke Niwa, Vice President of JR Tokai, will be promoted to the new President effective April 1. President Shin Kaneko will become Chairman and Representative Director, and Chairman Yasuhide Tsuge will...
by Miss Maglev
19. Jan 2023, 22:42
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Local Reporter Accuses Shizuoka Prefectural Governor of Lies
Replies: 0
Views: 3894

[JP] Local Reporter Accuses Shizuoka Prefectural Governor of Lies

[JP] Local Reporter Kazuya Kobayashi Accuses Shizuoka Prefectural Governor of Lies In his book, a local journalist accuses the Shizuoka Prefectural Governor of lies in obstructing the JR maglev The Linear Central Shinkansen, which will connect Shinagawa and Nagoya in just 40 minutes, was scheduled ...
by Miss Maglev
15. Jan 2023, 18:41
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Nagoya Maglev Station
Replies: 10
Views: 5917

[JP] Expectations for the Linear Central Shinkansen have pushed up land prices in Nagoya

Expectations for the Linear Central Shinkansen have pushed up land prices in Nagoya.  In 2015, the year after construction was approved by the government, land prices on the east side of Nagoya Station rose 45.7% from the previous year, ranking first among commercial areas nationwide.  Last year, a...
by Miss Maglev
10. Jan 2023, 21:45
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

リニア静岡工区の環境保全巡り本格議論を開始、国の有識者会議が論点整理 Full-Scale Discussion Begins on Environmental Preservation in Shizuoka Linear Zone, Japan's Expert Panel Discusses Issues The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's panel of experts to study the environmental impact of the Shizuoka section of th...
by Miss Maglev
5. Jan 2023, 23:57
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
Replies: 24
Views: 46118

[JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible

 Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited Ise Jingu Shrine in Ise City on April 4. At his New Year's press conference after the visit, he emphasized that "this is the year to take a big step toward the full opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen (between Shinagawa and Osaka)," regarding the ...
by Miss Maglev
4. Jan 2023, 23:45
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
Replies: 24
Views: 46118

[JP] Prime Minister Kishida: "This is the year to take a big step toward the full opening of the Linear Line".

Prime Minister Kishida: "This is the year to take a big step toward the full opening of the Linear Line". 岸田首相 リニア“全線開業に向け大きな1歩を踏み出す年に” Prime Minister Kishida stated at the New Year's press conference that he would like to make a big step toward the full opening of the Linear Central Shin...
by Miss Maglev
4. Jan 2023, 23:39
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Mie Pref. strategy for Linear Project aims Aiming at Spillover Effects
Replies: 0
Views: 2000

[JP] Mie Pref. strategy for Linear Project aims Aiming at Spillover Effects

Mie Pref. strategy for Linear Project aims Aiming at Spillover Effects Jan. 04, 2010 10:38 AM Mie Prefecture has decided to formulate a basic strategy for the Linear Central Shinkansen line in fiscal 2023, which includes the effective linkage of the existing transportation network with the intermed...
by Miss Maglev
30. Dec 2022, 12:49
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Will Shinkansen be Eliminated by Maglev in Shizuoka? 
Replies: 1
Views: 1559

[JP] Will Shinkansen be Eliminated by Maglev in Shizuoka? 

リニア中央新幹線開業後の静岡の利便性を国交省が調査へ MLIT to Study Convenience of Shizuoka after Opening of Linear Central Shinkansen Line December 30, 12:39 p.m. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, in cooperation with JR Tokai and others, will begin a study at the beginning of this year to analyze ...
by Miss Maglev
25. Dec 2022, 11:28
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Lida City Maglev Station Groundbreaking Ceremony

 On December 22, JR Tokai held a safety ceremony and groundbreaking ceremony for the Nagano Station (tentative name) of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line in Iida City, Nagano Prefecture. About 100 people attended the ceremony, including the prefectural governor, the mayor of Iida City, and the pres...
by Miss Maglev
23. Dec 2022, 17:04
Forum: POLAND
Topic: Polish startup Nevomo (Hyperloop)
Replies: 21
Views: 36999

[PL] Nevomo intends to start Tests at railway track in Winter 2022/2023

Nevomo intends to start Tests at railway track in Nowa Sarzyna in Winter 2022/2023 In Nowa Sarzyna, a railway track of about 700 meters long has been built to a design standard that allows speeds of up to 160km/h.The test track will be used to test magnetic levitation, the functioning of the vehicle...
by Miss Maglev
23. Dec 2022, 17:01
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Lida Maglev Station Groundbraking Ceremony

【飯田市】歓迎の一方、地元懸念に対応を求める  リニア長野県駅起工式で知事や市長要望 Iida City: While welcoming the Linear Shinkansen Line, local concerns must be addressed Governor and Mayor request at groundbreaking ceremony for Linear Nagano Station. . 20221222_161847_34887[1].jpg . Photo Source: https://www.kensetsunews.com/PB5001H/wp-...
by Miss Maglev
20. Dec 2022, 10:21
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Shizuoka Maglev Tunnel Construction

リニア新幹線トンネル工事 国の有識者会議が今後の論点示す Linear Shinkansen Tunnel Construction: National Expert Panel Discusses Future Issues A meeting of national experts to discuss environmental conservation in Shizuoka Prefecture in connection with the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel has been held, and...
by Miss Maglev
15. Dec 2022, 13:15
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

リニア 新幹線 JR東海社長“開業時期に影響は静岡工区” JR Tokai President: "Shizuoka construction zone will have an impact on the opening date of the Linear Shinkansen". In a response to Governor Kawakatsu's November 25th written request to JR Tokai to disclose the progress rate, land acquisition rate, and issues ...
by Miss Maglev
12. Dec 2022, 12:38
Forum: Personalities & Anniversaries
Topic: [JP] Passed away: Yoshiyuki Kasai, Central Japan Railway †
Replies: 3
Views: 4028

[JP] Yoshiyuki Kasai, Central Japan Railway ...

JR Tokai without an emperor Honorary Chairman Takayuki Kasai of Central Japan Railway Company (JR Tokai), until shortly before his death, was giving his subordinates a hard time about the Linear Central Shinkansen project. The Linear Line project has many technical and profit issues, and JR compani...
by Miss Maglev
11. Dec 2022, 14:36
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

 On November 11, members of Shizuoka Prefecture's expert committee exchanged opinions with the mayors of 10 cities and towns in the watershed concerning the reduction in the flow of the Oi River due to the construction of tunnels for the Shizuoka section of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line. The co...
by Miss Maglev
9. Dec 2022, 19:12
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

Re: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

Governor Requests Disclosure of Linear Central Shinkansen Construction Progress Governor Kawakatsu has written to JR Tokai demanding disclosure of the progress of the construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen, which Shizuoka Prefecture has not approved the start of construction, saying that it ...
by Miss Maglev
5. Dec 2022, 12:55
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Lida City Outline of Maglev Station Area Development Plan

リニア中央新幹線駅周辺整備計画の概要を飯田市が発表 Iida City Announces Outline of Linear Central Shinkansen Station Area Development Plan Iida City, the only city in the prefecture to have a station for the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, announced on December 4 the outline of its plan to develop the area around the statio...
by Miss Maglev
4. Dec 2022, 13:00
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

リニア中央新幹線工事によっる大井川の流量減少、トンネル掘削前の調査に支持相次ぐ Strong support for Pre-tunneling Investigation The leaders of 10 cities and towns along the Oigawa River and members of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism's expert panel exchanged opinions on the construction of the Shizuoka section ...
by Miss Maglev
28. Nov 2022, 23:35
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Nagoya Maglev Station
Replies: 10
Views: 5917

[JP] Nagoya Maglev Station

 The City of Nagoya has announced a plan to build a new concourse connecting the east and west sides of Nagoya Station in anticipation of the opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line.  At a plenary session of the city council on August 28, the city government announced its policy to establish a...
by Miss Maglev
27. Nov 2022, 15:19
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Urban Planning in Iida City for Linear Station

飯田市街地のリニア駅見据えたまちづくり 「長期的ビジョン必要」  Urban Planning in Iida City for Linear Station "Long-Term Vision Needed" Study Session by Minami-Shinshu Alps Forum November 27, 2022 On November 26, the Minami-Shinshu Alps Forum, a group of alumni of the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Iida (Iida City), he...
by Miss Maglev
25. Nov 2022, 14:29
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] Linear Construction Boring Study "Should be Conducted".

リニア工事 ボーリング調査 牧之原市長「実施するべき」 Linear Construction Boring Study: Mayor of Makinohara City "Should be Conducted". At a regular press conference held on March 24, Makinohara City Mayor Motohisao Sugimoto stated that JR Tokai's intention to conduct a high-speed long advanced boring study beyond...
by Miss Maglev
18. Nov 2022, 14:20
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible
Replies: 24
Views: 46118

Re: [JP] Government urged to complete Maglev construction as soon as possible

リニア中央新幹線 環境影響評価の実施に向け支援強化へ Linear Central Shinkansen Line: Strengthening Support for Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments A meeting of local governments and economic organizations in Nara Prefecture, which have been requesting the early opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, was held...
by Miss Maglev
18. Nov 2022, 14:16
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] Lida City and Maglev Station Implementation impact
Replies: 19
Views: 15890

[JP] Groundbreaking Ceremony for Iida City's Linear Central Shinkansen Station

県内唯一の飯田市リニア中央新幹線駅 来月22日に起工式 Groundbreaking Ceremony for Iida City's Linear Central Shinkansen Station, the only one in the prefecture, on November 22 JR Tokai has announced that it will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on November 22 to mark the start of construction of the Linear Central Shinkansen ...
by Miss Maglev
8. Nov 2022, 08:38
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
Replies: 166
Views: 927877

[JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem

社説(11月7日)リニア地質調査 受け入れの検討着手を Geological exploration along the planned Maglev route in Shizuoka  At a meeting of Shizuoka Prefecture experts to discuss the Oigawa River water problem associated with the Linear Central Shinkansen Southern Alps Tunnel construction project, JR Tokai asked for understand...
by Miss Maglev
3. Nov 2022, 22:45
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Mie Prefecture Sets Up 'Linear Propulsion Headquarters' to Evaluate Potential Station Sites
Replies: 4
Views: 2863

[JP] The Mie Prefectural Linear Promotion Headquarters Proposals

県内駅候補、亀山駅周辺を除外/エリア絞り3案示す/三重県リニア推進本部 Mie Prefectural Linear Promotion Headquarters Proposals . 20221102_163547_31986[1].jpg . Graph from Japanese Source: https://www.kensetsunews.com/archives/755195 Accessed: 2022-11-04  On November 1, the Mie Prefecture Linear Promotion Headquarters (headed by Gove...
by Miss Maglev
1. Nov 2022, 12:10
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: Mie Prefecture Sets Up 'Linear Propulsion Headquarters' to Evaluate Potential Station Sites
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[JP] Mie Prefecture Maglev Station Sites

三重県 リニア中央新幹線の駅 候補地絞らず3エリアを提案へ Mie Prefecture to Propose 3 Areas for Linear Central Shinkansen Stations, Not Narrowing Down Candidate Sites Regarding the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, Mie Prefecture has narrowed the range of candidate sites for an intermediate station to be built in the prefecture...
by Miss Maglev
31. Oct 2022, 16:15
Forum: Chuo Maglev Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Osaka)
Topic: [JP] The Shizuoka Water & Maglev Tunnel Problem
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[JP] Shizuoka and JR Tokai to Discuss How to Proceed

Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai to Discuss How to Proceed with Excavation of Yamanashi Side of Linear Line  Expert committee to examine the environmental impact of the Shizuoka construction zone of the Linear Central Shinkansen Line.  Shizuoka Prefecture agreed with Central Japan Railway Company (...