How Tokyo developed a culture of transit in a world of cars - The World from PRX
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Despite a population of 37 million, there’s relatively little congestion and pollution here since the majority of its residents rely on public transit rather than cars. But while Tokyo’s mass transportation system may serve as a global success story, it may not be replicable, because its organic growth over the decades has fostered a unique culture of transit.

Despite a population of 37 million, there’s relatively little congestion and pollution here since the majority of its residents rely on public transit rather than cars. But while Tokyo’s mass transportation system may serve as a global success story, it may not be replicable, because its organic growth over the decades has fostered a unique culture of transit.

  • jlow (he/him)@beehaw.org
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    2 months ago

    Friend of mine who visited Japan a few times thinks the answer is: Make parking space non-existent and super expensive (= not free) in cities coupled with good public transport. It’s not hard!