Japan Railway Construction, Transport and Technology Agency

The Japan Railway Construction, Transport and Technology Agency is an independent administrative institution in Yokohama responsible for railway infrastructure development throughout Japan. It coordinates technical standards and planning processes for existing and new rail lines across the country.

The institution was founded in October 2003 through the merger of two former public railway corporations that had separate responsibilities in transport development. This reform aimed to simplify the organization of railway development in the country.

The agency maintains strong connections with regional transportation networks, supporting the development of efficient railway systems that connect communities throughout Japan.

The institution is not a public visitor site and serves exclusively administrative and planning purposes related to rail transport. The building is located in the business district of Yokohama and is not accessible to outsiders.

The institution holds ownership stakes in three major railway companies operating in the north and on the islands of Japan, some of which are less profitable. This involvement allows the continued operation of lines in less populated regions.

Location: Yokohama

Inception: October 1, 2003

Website: http://jrtt.go.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.45016,139.63514

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:33