The One about Intercity buses suspended due to driver shortages; new transportation options being sought in Hokkaido

The One about Intercity buses suspended due to driver shortages; new transportation options being sought in Hokkaido

Tokachi Bus / Photo by Obihiro Depot / Source: Wikimedia

With the “2024 problem,” which will regulate drivers’ overtime work, looming, maintaining local bus routes is becoming increasingly difficult. The impact on communities is becoming more serious, with routes connecting to Sapporo being suspended.