Deficit 83 Lines (赤字83線, Akaji-Hachijyusansen) is a list of railway lines owned by Japanese National Railways (JNR) proposed for abolishment or transferring to third sector companies as it has fulfilled its goals in 1968.
However, due to furious protests from the local residents, out of the 83 lines, before 1972 only 11 of those listed were closed, i.e. 116 km (72 mi).
[1] In 1972, when Kakuei Tanaka became the prime minister, all efforts to close the remaining lines were cancelled.
Section between Ieki - Ise-Okitsu suspended operations due to typhoon in 2009, but resumed service in 2016.
[68] Ehime Renamed into Yodo Line and continues operation as it.