Why is Tokyo transport so good?

The Secret to Tokyo's Success A lot of it comes down to money. Greater Tokyo's railway system is profitable, meaning it has the funds needed to maintain and improve all its assets. Where many transit providers across the globe are struggling simply to stay afloat, Tokyo's railways are thriving.



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The real reason is that Japan has privatized its railways; in 1987, Japan broke up its national railway system into six rail companies, and let each of these entities make its own business decisions.

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Not Being Noisy on the Train is an Iron Rule There is no rule against talking in the train car, but if your conversation is loud enough to be heard by those around you, it is considered rude and annoying. Japanese consider discussing private matters in public to be unseemly and rude.

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Railroad services - most efficient countries 2019 It probably comes as no surprise that in a global 2019 survey of railroad efficiency, the top two places went to Japan and Hong Kong, with scores of 6.8 and 6.5 (out of seven) respectively.

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Congestion is the result of continuous expansion of the residential areas towards the suburbs and the heavy concentration of offices in central Tokyo. Demand is growing much faster than new railways are built.

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Shinkansen (bullet train) The Shinkansen, or bullet trains, as they are known colloquially, are the high-speed rail trains that run across Japan. The 2,387 km (1,485 mi) of 8 Shinkansen lines run on completely separate lines from their commuting train counterparts, with a few exceptions.

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Talking loudly on trains is considered bad mannered and ranks highly amongst the most annoying behaviors on trains in Japan. Don't talk on the phone. Only on long-distance trains on the decks between cars is talking on the phone acceptable. Set your phone to silent mode.

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There is a custom in Japan where most people do not eat food outside other than when in restaurants. However, when using the bullet train or the green car, you are permitted to eat food. Normal trains and people commuting using said trains do not permit the consumption of food whilst riding the train.

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Eco-driving is the focus of Japan's transport revolution. Globally, the role of mobility is evolving, and Japan is at the forefront of innovative transport solutions for a more sustainable future. Age – both young and old – is one of the key drivers for the shift in mobility models.

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10 Fun Facts About Japan
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  • Japanese trains are some of the most punctual in the world.


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Most of the newcomers find it very interesting, but some can't adjust to it. Culture and tradition of Japan are very colorful. Still, the main problem for expats is its non-verbal communication. Not fitting in into Japanese culture is one of the reasons why people leave Japan.

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