Three-wheeled Electric Seatboard Sharing Service Starts in Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture

BRJ Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Hideaki Miyauchi; hereinafter BRJ), which develops electric mobility with a focus on safety to resolve "transportation deserts" in rural areas, has partnered with Mobilco Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture; Representative Director: Yohei Shimizu; hereinafter Mobilco) to launch a three-wheeled electric seatboard sharing service in Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture, starting from Saturday, May 2nd.

TOCKLE

Background

Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture, has areas where public transportation alone cannot sufficiently cover mobility needs, and where diverse transportation options are required. Therefore, improving ease of movement for both tourists and local residents has become a challenge. To address these issues, the introduction of a three-wheeled electric seatboard sharing service aims to enhance circulation within the city and contribute to regional revitalization.

Overview

Launch Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Rental Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Service Area: Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture

Number of Ports/Units: Operated with 7 units at 7 locations: Katsuura Station, Katsuura City Tourism Association Visitor Center, Malibu Point, Black Rams, Myokaiji Temple, and Tsuruntsurun Onsen.

Eligible Age: 16 years and older

How to Use: Register as a member via the TOCKLE app.

Fee: 200 yen (tax included) for 15 minutes.

TOCKLE's Commitment to Safety

1: Focus on Rural Areas, Not Urban

Buses and railways are facing deficits, reduced services, and driver shortages, putting "local transportation" in a crisis of survival. TOCKLE aims to resolve these "transportation deserts" in rural areas. Furthermore, rural areas, compared to urban areas, have less traffic and wider roads, making them easier to operate safely. For these two reasons—solving local issues and ensuring safety—TOCKLE primarily focuses on deployment in rural areas.

2: Preventing Entry into Dangerous Areas with Geofencing Function

TOCKLE is equipped with a safety system called "geofencing function" that detects the driving area via GPS and stops the vehicle if it enters a specific area. The "no-entry zones" set by geofencing can be flexibly configured by local governments according to local conditions.

3: Complete Prohibition of Night Operations

In the electric mobility industry, "nighttime is prime earning time" is common knowledge, as people who miss the last train use it for long-distance commutes home. However, the reality of the industry is that a significant number of people ride after drinking during late hours. It goes without saying that safety is more important than profit. Therefore, TOCKLE does not operate at night in any region.

Introduction and Verification Records by Local Governments (partial excerpt; corporate rental only for Kyotango City)

Introduced:

・Tachikawa City, Tokyo (October 2021~)

・Nagareyama City, Chiba Prefecture (August 2022~)

・Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture (July 2024~)

・Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture (November 2024~) (Corporate rental)

Under Verification for Introduction:

・Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture (September 2025~January 2026)

・Saga City, Saga Prefecture (September 2025~January 2026)

・Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture (September 2025~January 2026)

・Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture (October 2025~December 2025)

・Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture (March 2026~)

Local government officials, please contact us via the form below.

Sales/Local Government Representative: Kameya

Contact Form: https://www.brj.jp/contact

Company Profile

Company Name: BRJ Co., Ltd.

Representative Director and President: Hideaki Miyauchi

Headquarters: Aoyama Building 12F, 1-2-3 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Corporate Website: https://www.brj.jp/

Service Website: https://tockle.jp/

With the vision of "Creating future public transportation that is appreciated by people and cities," we develop sharing services, rental businesses, and regional transportation solution businesses for next-generation mobility. We prioritize "safety" and work closely with local governments to resolve "transportation deserts" in rural areas.

President Miyauchi began his career as a logistics truck driver. During his approximately 10 years as a truck driver, he deeply realized that transportation operators have long and earnestly addressed safety through morning meetings and training. Utilizing this experience, he places the utmost importance on safety in the business development of TOCKLE.