[sustran] TDM measures in tourist areas

[Taiichi INOUE]

Dear all,

I have a research project on TDM (Transportation Demand Management)
measures in tourist areas, which is conducted by Japan's National Land
Agency. In tourist areas the purposes of TDM measures are 1) to ease
traffic congestion, 2) to protect tourist attractions and 3) to improve
transportation services. The aim of our project is to make a handbook for
local governments.

Now I'm going to research TDM measures in tourist areas in foreign
countries. If you know good trials, please let me know.

For your reference I'd like to introduce some trials in Japan briefly. If
you have any interests, please feel free to ask me.

Kamakura City
I think Kamakura is one of the cities that are eager to introduce TDM
measures. They have considered the public acceptance through the process of
field test. They've already tried two measures, Park & Ride and
environment-friendly public transportation ticket. They show many TDM
measures to be integrated in the future.

Kamikouchi area and some other areas
These areas should be preserved against environmental disruption. Any
private cars can't enter these areas. Tourists park their cars and from
there they have to use bus or taxi services.

Kyoto Prefecture 
Kyoto is one of the most famous tourist areas. They provide the maps that
predict when & where there will be heavy traffic congestion during summer
vacation season. They use the internet and fax media.

Other cities and areas
Park & Ride measure is introduced to many cities or areas, for example,
Nara, Kanazawa, Tokushima, Motegi and so on. In Toba City Park & Boat Ride
measure is introduced.


Think globally, Act locally.

 Consultant
 Taiichi Inoue
  Transport & Logistics Strategy Program
  Nomura Research Institute,Ltd.
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