「神宮外苑を未来につないでいく」、都心のオアシスを新しくする再開発。

Feature | 2024.12.13

都心の真ん中にある神宮外苑。
再開発により樹木が増え、スポーツ施設も充実。
しかし、多くの著名人が反対している。

“Connecting Jingu Gaien to the Future”
Redeveloping an Urban Oasis.

In central Tokyo, Jingu Gaien’s redevelopment aims to add greenery and upgrade sports facilities, but it faces celebrity opposition.

Despite Tokyo’s reputation as a concrete jungle, the city boasts significant green spaces, such as Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen, Yoyogi Park, Hibiya Park, and the Imperial Palace.
Among them, Jingu Gaien has a distinctly urban sophistication, likely due to its iconic tree-lined avenues, stylish cafes, and convenient access from Aoyama-dori and Killer-dori.
Visitors often shop along Omotesando, stroll down Route 246, or browse boutiques on Killer-dori before reaching the serene ginkgo-lined paths of Gaienmae.
The wide skies, the scent of greenery and earth, and the calming ambiance create a haven where couples hold hands, children run freely, and visitors relax on benches or chat in open-air cafes. Even the distant hum of traffic feels like a “happy noise” in this urban sanctuary.

Jingu Gaien holds countless memories: first dates, morning jogs, baseball or rugby games followed by ramen at Hopeken. It’s a place steeped in personal and collective history. But now, this cherished landscape is poised for transformation.
As widely reported, redevelopment is underway at Jingu Gaien. According to the developers, the project aims to “connect Jingu Gaien to the future.” Plans include increasing the number of trees from 1,904 to 2,304, expanding green spaces for use as evacuation zones, making Jingu Stadium barrier-free, and upgrading the rugby field to an all-weather facility. The pleasant-sounding goal is to create a world-class “sports cluster” and a “well-being-oriented community.” In addition, high-rise office buildings, hotels, and commercial spaces will surround the new stadium, promising even greater vibrancy.
At first glance, the redevelopment appears promising as described on the project’s website. However, strong opposition has emerged, including from globally renowned figures like Ryuichi Sakamoto and Haruki Murakami, whose insights, creativity, and knowledge resonate worldwide. What do these individuals see in this redevelopment—both now and in the future?
If we don’t take a closer look at urban redevelopment and act thoughtfully, it may soon be too late.

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