Changes and factors in the number of rail passengers among young adults after the COVID-19
A case study of the southern part of Saitama Prefecture
2025 Volume 24 Issue 1 Pages 52-56
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2025 Volume 24 Issue 1 Pages 52-56
The purpose of this study was to focus on changes and factors in the travel patterns of young people around railroad stations before and after the COVID-19. Using the change in the number of passengers as the explained variable, a regression analysis was conducted for 20 stations from Omiya to Akabane Stations. The results indicated that among the younger age groups, differences from other age groups were found in the distance to the central business district (CBD) and the density of surrounding amenities, and that the change in the number of passengers was higher at stations with more extensive amenities near the station. Furthermore, the sign of the estimated coefficient values for the distance to the CBD were reversed depending on whether or not the commuter pass ownership rate was controlled. This suggests that commuting behavior is changing as a result of the spread of telework and online classes due to the COVID-19.
