[JP] Public Study Session on Maglev Construction: Addressing Safety Concerns
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[JP] Public Study Session on Maglev Construction: Addressing Safety Concerns
リニア工事に関する勉強会 道路陥没事故の被害者招き、12日 鶴川市民センターで〈町田市〉
Public Study Session on Linear Chuo Shinkansen Construction: Addressing Safety Concerns and Road Subsidence Accidents
Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Tsurukawa Community Center, Okura Town, Machida City
Fee: ¥500 for materials
Language: in JAPANESE Language only
Event Overview:
Join us for an informative and important study session focused on the ongoing construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen and its potential impacts on surrounding areas. This session will specifically address the recent concerns surrounding road subsidence accidents, including one that occurred in Chofu City, and the safety risks associated with large-scale tunnel projects like the Linear Chuo Shinkansen.
Featured Speaker:
The session will feature Shigehiko Maruyama, a former journalist with Kyodo News and author of “No Giant Tunnel Beneath My Home.” Mr. Maruyama was directly affected by the road subsidence incident in Chofu and has since become a vocal advocate for ensuring that such incidents do not happen again. His presentation will offer firsthand insights into the dangers of large underground projects and highlight the importance of protecting both property and public safety.
Key Topics:
Safety Concerns with Large Tunnel Projects: Learn about the potential risks associated with the Linear Chuo Shinkansen tunnels and their proximity to residential areas.
The Chofu Road Subsidence Incident: Hear about the experience of those affected by the Chofu road collapse and the lessons that can be learned to prevent future accidents.
Protecting Property and Public Safety: A discussion on how communities can work together to ensure safety in the face of large-scale infrastructure projects.
Why Attend?
This session is an opportunity for local residents, concerned citizens, and anyone interested in the future of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen to understand the potential risks involved and what can be done to mitigate them. It’s a chance to engage with experts, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that can shape the future of infrastructure development in the region.
For More Information or to Register:
Please contact Mr. Sakurai from the Machida Group for Thinking About the Linear Chuo Shinkansen at [To avoid SPAM, the Mobile Number is marked in blue color in the screenshot below] .
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Info based on: https://topics.smt.docomo.ne.jp/article ... ews-804496 Accessed 2025-10-06