1. Bus services in Tokyo have been reduced this month due to a labor shortage, marking the first such cuts since at least 2002.
2. A total of 206 weekly services on 19 routes have been affected, potentially impacting daily commuters.
3. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is finding it challenging to secure enough drivers due to competition with other bus companies for qualified personnel.
2. A total of 206 weekly services on 19 routes have been affected, potentially impacting daily commuters.
3. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is finding it challenging to secure enough drivers due to competition with other bus companies for qualified personnel.
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Summary
Labor shortage forces Tokyo bus service reductions, first since 2002. Impacted: 19 routes, 206 weekly services. Challenges in securing drivers due to competition with other bus companies for qualified personnel.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251002_B3/#summary
Date: Oct. 2, 2025
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Created: 2025/10/02 14:10
Updated: 2025/12/08 01:29
Last Read: 2025/10/02 14:23