A Potential Analysis of Distribution Facilities Locations Using Discrete Choice Modeling in Tokyo Metropolitan Region

from the Tokyo Metropolitan Region Freight Survey

Abstract

In this study, a discrete choice logit model was developed to estimate location choice probabilities by lkm2-mesh for regional logistics facilities within Tokyo Metropolitan Region, using the Tokyo Metropolitan Region Freight Survey data in 2003. The study also analyzes policies to direct the location for such facilities. Consequently likelihood of logistics facility location was estimated in the areas around expressway interchanges (IC) currently under construction. It was estimated through calculating location probabilities by mesh using the location choice model.