A lot of strong Trainers are often also public figures of some sort. At least in Unova, anyway. But the Battle Subway is pretty popular, yes. [ understatement. ] It is part of why Nimbasa is the busiest city in Unova.

[ tourism and entertainment trump business, apparently, since Castelia might be larger, but. ]

Between the musical theaters, the sports stadiums, the official Gym, amusement park, and Gear Station itself, there are always a lot of people coming and going. Something for everyone, you know.

[ in other words, yeah, probably. ]