# Japanese local transport and tourism initiatives

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japanese-local-transport-and-tourism-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-11-09T02:59:03.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various regions in Japan are implementing new transportation measures to address mobility and tourism needs. In Otsu City, a “100 yen bus” campaign was launched to support five unprofitable routes by offering low fares to students and the elderly. Similarly, Kawasaki City introduced the “Tsubame-go” shared taxi service in Miyamae Ward to assist elderly residents in reaching clinics and supermarkets.

In Shizuoka Prefecture, Kawanehoncho scheduled a rideshare demonstration for late November to connect Senzu Station to Nagashima Park, providing an alternative to rising railway fares. Additionally, Odakyu Hakone planned a trial for a paid “fast lane” priority boarding system on the Hakone Ropeway to manage passenger congestion during the autumn foliage season.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-09: Japan tourism initiatives test priority access and rideshare services

Japanese regions are testing new tourism transport models, including a paid priority boarding system in Hakone and a flat-rate rideshare service in Kawanehoncho to manage autumn foliage crowds.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-tourism-initiatives-test-priority-access-and-rideshare-services

### 2026-11-02: Local transport initiatives launched in Otsu and Kawasaki

Otsu City is testing a 100 yen bus campaign to support unprofitable routes, while Kawasaki City has launched the Tsubame-go shared taxi service to aid elderly mobility and health.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-transport-initiatives-launched-in-otsu-and-kawasaki

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