Public-Private Partnership Launches New Activity Mobility Service 'GREENRIDE' in Tako Town to Eliminate Transportation Gaps
BRJ Inc., in collaboration with Tako Town and 'Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan', will launch 'GREENRIDE', an electric-assist bicycle sharing service, on April 24, 2026. Leveraging the MIC's 'Local Vitalization Cooperator' scheme, this project aims to boost tourism and solve local transportation issues.
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BRJ Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Hideaki Miyauchi), which provides safe new transportation and optimized regional mobility operations, will launch 'GREENRIDE', an activity bike sharing service utilizing 'TOKCLE' (*), on Friday, April 24, 2026. This initiative is in collaboration with Tako Town (Katori-gun, Chiba; Mayor: Tomiko Hirayama) and the roadside station 'Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan' (operated by Tako Co., Ltd.; Representative: Tomohiko Yoshikawa), aiming to attract inbound tourists and promote local tourism.
This project utilizes the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' (MIC) 'Local Vitalization Cooperator' scheme. It is a public-private partnership where the municipality (Tako Town), a local company (Tako Co., Ltd.), and a startup (BRJ) collaborate to eliminate transportation gaps.
A press conference and test ride event for the media will be held on April 24 (Fri) at 10:00 AM. Attendees will include Tako Town Mayor Tomiko Hirayama, Tako Co., Ltd. Representative Tomohiko Yoshikawa, and BRJ President Hideaki Miyauchi. For details, please refer to the 'Special Information for Media Personnel' section.
(*) TOKCLE: A next-generation mobility sharing service operated by BRJ that supports 'last-mile' transportation (the short distance from stations or bus stops to homes or destinations).
https://www.brj.jp/tockle
■ Background of the Initiative
This initiative utilizes the MIC's scheme to develop a system where people can easily explore Tako Town's rich natural environment, historical and cultural resources, and tourism hubs like the roadside station by bicycle. It aims to extend tourist stays and increase local consumption. The partnership began with the municipality, local company, and startup sharing their respective resources at no cost.
■ Project Overview
The goal is to leverage Tako Town's proximity to Narita International Airport and encourage inbound and domestic tourists to switch from cars to electric-assist bikes to explore the region. A key feature is that it is not a traditional government-commissioned project; instead, private companies provide resources such as vehicles, systems, and operational know-how from the initial stage. Led by 'Local Vitalization Cooperators', the private sector and the municipality participate as equal partners from the design phase, merging private-sector speed and expertise with government policies to achieve sustainable regional revitalization.
■ Service Details
Service Name: GREENRIDE
Launch: April 24, 2026 (Fri) 12:00 PM
Location: Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan
Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Latest start time for rental)
Units: 10 units
Fee: 500 yen per day (tax included)
Method: Unmanned rental and return via smartphone app
Vehicle: Activity-type electric-assist bicycle
■ About Tako Town
Located in northeastern Chiba and adjacent to Narita International Airport, it is a town blessed with rich nature. It is famous for vegetables produced in fertile soil, such as 'Tako-mai Koshihikari' rice and 'Tako Yamato-imo' yams. Popular spots include the 'Ajisai Promenade' with 10,000 hydrangeas and the highly-ranked roadside station 'Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan'.
Official Site: https://www.town.tako.chiba.jp/
■ About Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan
Located at the foot of the Tako Bridge where Route 296 crosses the Kuriyama River, this roadside station is a popular spot to enjoy Tako's rural landscape at the Fureai Market and Kitchen TAKO.
Location: 1069-1 Tako, Tako-machi, Katori-gun, Chiba
Facilities:
(1) Fureai Market: Selling Tako rice, local produce, and processed goods. Hours: 9:00–18:00
(2) Kitchen TAKO: Enjoy meals using local produce while viewing seasonal flowers along the Kuriyama River. The sweet potato and strawberry ice cream is highly recommended.
Official Site: https://www.michinoeki-tako.com/
■ Company Profile
Name: BRJ Inc.
President: Hideaki Miyauchi
Headquarters: 12F Aoyama Bldg., 1-2-3 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Corporate Site: https://www.brj.jp
This project utilizes the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' (MIC) 'Local Vitalization Cooperator' scheme. It is a public-private partnership where the municipality (Tako Town), a local company (Tako Co., Ltd.), and a startup (BRJ) collaborate to eliminate transportation gaps.
A press conference and test ride event for the media will be held on April 24 (Fri) at 10:00 AM. Attendees will include Tako Town Mayor Tomiko Hirayama, Tako Co., Ltd. Representative Tomohiko Yoshikawa, and BRJ President Hideaki Miyauchi. For details, please refer to the 'Special Information for Media Personnel' section.
(*) TOKCLE: A next-generation mobility sharing service operated by BRJ that supports 'last-mile' transportation (the short distance from stations or bus stops to homes or destinations).
https://www.brj.jp/tockle
■ Background of the Initiative
This initiative utilizes the MIC's scheme to develop a system where people can easily explore Tako Town's rich natural environment, historical and cultural resources, and tourism hubs like the roadside station by bicycle. It aims to extend tourist stays and increase local consumption. The partnership began with the municipality, local company, and startup sharing their respective resources at no cost.
■ Project Overview
The goal is to leverage Tako Town's proximity to Narita International Airport and encourage inbound and domestic tourists to switch from cars to electric-assist bikes to explore the region. A key feature is that it is not a traditional government-commissioned project; instead, private companies provide resources such as vehicles, systems, and operational know-how from the initial stage. Led by 'Local Vitalization Cooperators', the private sector and the municipality participate as equal partners from the design phase, merging private-sector speed and expertise with government policies to achieve sustainable regional revitalization.
■ Service Details
Service Name: GREENRIDE
Launch: April 24, 2026 (Fri) 12:00 PM
Location: Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan
Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Latest start time for rental)
Units: 10 units
Fee: 500 yen per day (tax included)
Method: Unmanned rental and return via smartphone app
Vehicle: Activity-type electric-assist bicycle
■ About Tako Town
Located in northeastern Chiba and adjacent to Narita International Airport, it is a town blessed with rich nature. It is famous for vegetables produced in fertile soil, such as 'Tako-mai Koshihikari' rice and 'Tako Yamato-imo' yams. Popular spots include the 'Ajisai Promenade' with 10,000 hydrangeas and the highly-ranked roadside station 'Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan'.
Official Site: https://www.town.tako.chiba.jp/
■ About Michi-no-Eki Tako Ajisai-kan
Located at the foot of the Tako Bridge where Route 296 crosses the Kuriyama River, this roadside station is a popular spot to enjoy Tako's rural landscape at the Fureai Market and Kitchen TAKO.
Location: 1069-1 Tako, Tako-machi, Katori-gun, Chiba
Facilities:
(1) Fureai Market: Selling Tako rice, local produce, and processed goods. Hours: 9:00–18:00
(2) Kitchen TAKO: Enjoy meals using local produce while viewing seasonal flowers along the Kuriyama River. The sweet potato and strawberry ice cream is highly recommended.
Official Site: https://www.michinoeki-tako.com/
■ Company Profile
Name: BRJ Inc.
President: Hideaki Miyauchi
Headquarters: 12F Aoyama Bldg., 1-2-3 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Corporate Site: https://www.brj.jp