In this study, we examined the state of highway bus terminal development in Akita, Yamagata, Niigata, and Toyama prefectures, together with issues and findings involving the development of bus terminals and urban areas in regional cities. Redevelopment projects are shown to be major opportunities to construct new bus terminals. In any such effort, it is important to incorporate the necessary functions and roles into the facilities, but if development of facilities that are not commensurate with city size can subsequently lead to an increased financial burden.
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