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

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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 intermediate stations scheduled to be constructed in the prefecture, as a guideline for spreading the effects of the opening of the line throughout the prefecture.

With respect to the Linear Central Shinkansen Line, which JR Tokai plans to open in 2037, Mie Prefecture proposed three areas in Kameyama City to JR last year as candidate sites for an intermediate station to be constructed in the prefecture.

According to Mie Prefecture, an environmental impact assessment, which is a prerequisite for the start of construction between Nagoya and Osaka, is expected to be conducted this year, and JR is likely to present specific sites for the station as early as this year.
In light of this situation, Mie Prefecture will formulate a "Mie Prefecture Linear Basic Strategy" in FY2023, which will serve as a guideline for spreading the effects of the opening of the Linear Central Shinkansen throughout the prefecture.

According to the prefectural government, the basic strategy includes a vision for the future in terms of effective linkage with existing transportation networks such as railroads and motorways, promotion of tourism, promotion of migration, and attraction of businesses, etc.

Info based on NHK Japan News: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/lnews/tsu/202301 ... 09591.html Accessed 2023-01-04

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Mie Prefecture held its first "Mie Linear Fest in Kameyama" on December 21, 2024, at the Kameyama City Youth Training Center and the adjacent former city library. The event, organized by the prefecture, the Mie Prefecture Alliance for Promoting Linear Chuo Shinkansen Construction, and the Kameyama City Council for Promoting Linear Chuo Shinkansen and JR Double Track Electrification, aimed to build momentum for the early full-line opening of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. Governor Katsunobu Hitomi emphasized the importance of collaboration with related organizations to promote the Linear project, as it is scheduled to fully open in 12 years when current elementary school students become adults. Mayor Yoshiyuki Sakurai of Kameyama City expressed the significance of hosting the Linear Fest in Kameyama and eagerly awaited the determination of the route and station location. The event featured various attractions, including:

Linear train diorama displays
Workshops for building superconducting linear train models
Exhibits from local transportation companies

The Linear Chuo Shinkansen project, led by JR Central, initially aimed for a 2027 opening. However, due to construction delays in areas like Shizuoka, the full-line opening is now expected in 2037. Kameyama City has been selected as the location for the intermediate station (Mie Prefecture Station) between Nagoya and Osaka.

Info based on: https://www.47news.jp/11936135.html Accessed 2024-12-22
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【リニアのジオラマを見学する一見知事（右）と櫻井市長＝亀山市若山町の市青少年研修センターで】

Governor Amano (right) and Mayor Sakurai visit a diorama of Linear at the Municipal Youth Training Center in Wakayama, Kameyama City.

Photo: https://www.47news.jp/11936135.html Accessed 2024-12-22