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Kyoto City Bus Diesel Price Doubles, Pursues Private Contract
Kyoto City Bus Fuel Price Soars
Due to heightened tensions in Iran, the Kyoto City Transportation Bureau's bid for diesel fuel for its city buses was unsuccessful. Consequently, the Bureau has decided to purchase the April supply of diesel at approximately double the March price. Specifically, they have committed to a private contract at a price exceeding 216 yen per liter.
Background of Emergency Private Contract
The drastic price increase is directly attributed to international geopolitical instability in the Middle East. With the failure of the diesel bid, the Kyoto City Transportation Bureau finds itself in a situation where it must secure diesel at a higher price despite market fluctuations to ensure stable public transport operations. This development is expected to lead to an increase in public transport operating costs.
*Source: NHK (2026-03-25)*
