Story Search Results

Artwork stating 'Education Destroys Barriers', 'We Demand Treatment', and 'I Need A Chance'

Advanced Search

There are so many ways to search the solutions journalism stories in this database. Explore our searchable fields:

Search Results

You searched for: -

There is 1 result for your search. View and Refine Your Search Terms

The Amazing Psychology of Japanese Train Stations

Allan Richarz

May 22, 2018 |

Bloomberg CityLab |

Text |

1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Japan

Rail transport is a necessity for many commuters around the world. Japan's transportation industry has found a way to improve this means of transport by implementing subtle behavioral psychology mechanisms. From blue lighting to decrease suicides to departure jingles to reduce passenger anxiety and haste, the nation is succeeding in having a near-perfect methodology for travel despite overcrowded stations.

Read More
Go to Original Story

Solutions journalism…
- Describes a response to a problem and how it works.
- Seeks to draw out insights that explain success or failure.
- Presents the available evidence about the effectiveness of a response.
- Explains the shortcomings or limitations of the response.
Learn more.