Heisei Chikuhō Railway: 7 municipalities shift to 'bus conversion', decisions from 9 municipalities along the line are finalized
The Heisei Chikuhō Railway, facing financial difficulties, has seen five out of nine municipalities along its route opt for a conversion to bus services, with decisions arising from a recent council meeting.
Should the railway be discontinued or remain... the difficult decisions of mayors: 'What does public mean?'
Mayors in the Chikuho region of Fukuoka Prefecture face tough decisions regarding the future of local railways amid financial difficulties, with many opting for bus alternatives instead.