Regarding the tree logging plan for the redevelopment of Meijijingu Gaien, Governor Koike of Tokyo has revealed that he is requesting the redevelopment business operators to preserve and transplant as much as possible.
In the redevelopment of Meiji Jingu Gaien, which was built in 1918 and straddles Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, the Jingu Stadium and Chichibu Palace Rugby Stadium are scheduled to be rebuilt.
According to the materials of the business operator, about 900 trees are planned to be cut down, and the city is continuing to discuss the changes in the environment due to redevelopment with experts.
Governor Koike said at a press conference on the 28th, "In the redevelopment, we will reconstruct the sports facilities in a chained manner in consideration of the continuity of the competition, create a plaza, and enhance the greenery. We want to preserve and transplant the trees as much as possible. "
Until January, some citizens of Tokyo have complained about the way information is disclosed by businesses, such as the fact that the specific trees to be cut down have not been clarified regarding the redevelopment plan.
Regarding this, Governor Koike said, "We are asking the city to further investigate trees, and I think the results will be announced in various ways in the future." Was there.