rain service in Tokyo area (and Tohoku area) April 9
All lines in the Tokyo area are open, but frequency is reduced to 80% of
normal on most lines to save energy. Due to changes in running patterns
more transfers than usual will be required. Even the Japanese are not
sure what is going on.
If you have an appointment, set off early and devote some time studying
the rainbow chart instead of jumping on the first train to come. If in
doubt, tell your destination to someone in uniform. Show your ticket
for it will give him a hint how far you are going.
Trains in the Tokyo area:
http://www46.atwiki.jp/earthquakeinfo_en/pages/40.html
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Rapid trains will start running on the Nambu Line. The initial debut
set for March 12 was postponed by the great quake. This train stops at
all stations north of Noborito and many stations south. It never
overtakes a local running ahead. Don't worry unless your destination is
a minor station, say Yakou.
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The strong earthquake of March 7 caused damage to roads and tracks in
many locations in the Tohoku area.
The Tohoku Shinkansen north of Nasu-Shiobara is closed again. Sendai
area JR lines are also closed, but the Sendai city subway has resumed.
A new round of inspections and repairs is on and re-opening dates of
most sections have been set back.
The Tohoku Expressway suffered damage in southern Iwate. Long-distance
buses will be affected. (Tokyo - Aomori, Tokyo - Morioka)
Transportation in the Tohoku area:
http://www46.atwiki.jp/earthquakeinfo_en/pages/15.html
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