Higashi Rokusen, four stops further down the line. Some really stunning rural stops on this route, but almost no riders...pic.twitter.com/OekQRZFj6W
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The only justification is "someone is able and willing to pay for its upkeep." But locals can't...the Hokkaido government can't...
Who does that leave? Well, former prime minister Aso Taro recently suggested merging JR Hokkaido with JR East, which is based in Tokyo.
JR East is very successful and highly profitable--and Hokkaido is a popular vacation destination for Tokyo residents.
They could ostensibly do the job--and at this point, it's the only realistic option besides closure. Let's hope for the best!
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