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Prediction of changes in usage environment of bicycles

Based on our basic policy on the change of the bicycle environment through the enforcement of the Bicycle Utilization Promotion Act, we forecasted from the viewpoint of our bicycle.




1. Maintenance of bicycle exclusive roads

Forecast 1

In Japan, the proportion of bicycle exclusive roads is still small and it may be difficult to travel according to regulations. If bicycle exclusive lanes increase, you can enjoy more safely and the bicycle population will increase.

2. Maintenance of off-road parking lots

Forecast 2

There are many shortage of bicycle parking stations in the stations and towns, and many bicycles are parked at places where bicycle parking is prohibited. Also, because there are many thefts of bicycles, We think that more people who use bicycles at commuting or going to school will increase if a firm bicycle parking lot with a management system is properly placed.

3. Maintenance of share cycle

Forecast 3

Although it is a share cycle that is not familiar yet in Japan, there are also places that are used in some stations and supermarkets. If this spreads, it is convenient for shopping and going out to neighboring places, it is less effective to use cars at close range, and we think that there is merit in the environment.

4. Maintenance of bicycle racing facilities

Forecast 4

It is a bicycle competition that is not familiar enough, but if the facilities such as road racing and track competition are in place, the Japanese bicycle competition will develop into a major sports and you can expect the spread and strengthening of the competition.

5. Maintenance of supply system for bicycles with high safety

Forecast 5

The bicycles sold in Japan are safe, but in future safety standards will be clarified and the standards will be clear. At present there are "BAA mark" products and others that conform to the bicycle safety standards set by the Bicycle Association of the General Association.

6. Training personnel who contribute to bicycle safety

Forecast6

The demand for bicycle mechanics will increase and it will be easier for advanced maintenance in cycling shops and mass merchandising stores even in familiar places. It is expected that identifying and securing personnel capable of performing traffic safety education and human resources such as volunteers who fully understand the rules will become important.

7. Optimization of management by utilizing information and communication technologies

Forecast7

From now on, you may be able to use GPS loaded chips for crime prevention measures and manage bicycle information with IoT. Besides, as the integration of IT and bicycle utilization will be revitalized in various fields such as crime prevention / share cycle / abandoned bicycle / health problems such as calorie calculation of mileage, confirmation of availability information of bicycle parking, reservation of rental cycle We think.

8. Education and enlightenment concerning traffic safety

Forecast8

As introduced in "Traffic safety education", we do not currently take classes of bicycles as classes at school, but there is a possibility of being obliged in the future. When we think about accidents, we think on our premise that we become victims, but by being conscious of the fact that they are enough to become perpetrators, as now we can see that the right side of the roadway We think that we will decrease bicycles and rule violators that reverse feed.

9. Promotion of public health preservation

Forecast9

If promoting the use of bicycles progresses, people will be able to eliminate obesity and lack of exercise. It is wonderful as people increase in commuting and going to school and health promotion progresses.

10. Improvement of physical fitness for young people

Forecast10

There are schools currently prohibited from school bicycles by school regulations, but this law may trigger the promotion of bicycle use at school. It is a mistake that the bicycle school will increase more than now.

11. Promotion of collaboration with public transport

Forecast11

In order to use public transportation, it is necessary to travel to the station and bus stop by some means of transportation such as walking and bicycles. If you plan a transportation network that integrates this means of transportation, We think that the spread of bicycles will advance. (Example: a bicycle parking lot that can also ride a bicycle etc.)

12. Improvement of effective utilization system in case of disaster

Forecast12

It is proven by the eastern Japan great earthquake etc that the bicycle is effective in the event of a disaster. Taking this as an example, companies and schools should set up bicycles for disasters, or install tools that can repair punks at certain locations.

13. Promoting international exchange using bicycles

Forecast13

In London where the Olympic and Paralympic Games were held in 2012, bicycles with many benefits in terms of health promotion and environmental aspects were reviewed, and measures to promote the use of such bicycles were positively deployed. In Japan, opportunities to deepen exchanges with developed country of bicycles and to actively learn and communicate about the success of the community cycle system may be increased with the Tokyo Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in 2020.

14. Promotion of tourism visits, support for regional revitalization

Forecast14

Bicycles that are convenient for moving near distance compared to other means of transportation. By sightseeing by bicycle, tourists will be able to touch the area and familiarize themselves, and will draw attractions of the region. As this becomes popular, rental cycle industry and bicycle manufacturer will be activated.

Source:自転車活用推進法の施行について- 国土交通省
http://www.mlit.go.jp/road/bicycleuse/pdf/about.pdf

For realization

How this environment changes the usage environment of bicycles by this law. We thought, but we felt that there was a high hurdle to realize these.We believe that the efforts of local governments will become very important for realization. Because this law is not for individuals, but also for local governments to build bicycle lanes, popularize share cycles, actively organize bicycle events, and enhance infrastructure to promote bicycle utilization It is because it is a purpose to get it. Therefore, efforts by local governments and users are essential.In addition, while referring to overseas success cases such as the Netherlands of a bicycle big country and the Olympic games where the utilization of bicycles was activated, while considering Japan's unique transportation situation, a better bicycle environment is developed in Japan We hope that will be done.

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Q. What is "Bicycle utilization promotion law"?

A. A framework for promoting the utilization of bicycles throughout the country.

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