Nishitetsu Bus Kitakyushu will raise fares for general routes starting in October, increasing the base fare in central areas including Kokura and Kurosaki from ¥230 to ¥240, with longer rides rising by up to ¥50. Monthly commuter passes will also increase—by ¥2,400 for the Kitakyushu metro area unlimited pass and ¥450 for the Kokura/Kurosaki city-center pass. The company expects an additional ¥260 million in annual revenue, citing the need to improve driver wages and address inflation. Nishitetsu Bus Chikuho will also raise fares, with the base fare climbing from ¥160 to ¥210. Source: Nishitetsu Bus Kitakyushu
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