Redevelopment of Jingu Gaien "Information Disclosure and Thorough Environmental Conservation" Reported by Metropolitan Council

Regarding the redevelopment of Meiji Jingu Gaien, where the plan to cut down trees has sparked controversy, the Tokyo Metropolitan Council reports that it is important to actively disclose information to citizens and to implement thorough environmental conservation measures. has been compiled.

Regarding the redevelopment of the Meiji Jingu Gaien, which spans Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, the business operator plans to cut down 971 trees, but in response to concerns about the environmental impact from experts, the business operator cut down. We propose to reduce the number by about 40%.

Based on this, the council of Tokyo held an online general meeting on the 18th, saying, "It is important to actively disclose information to the citizens of Tokyo and thoroughly implement environmental conservation measures when doing business." We compiled a report to the Governor of Tokyo.

In addition, regarding the new Jingu Stadium, where the outer wall will be built at a position of 8 meters from the famous ginkgo trees, there are concerns about the impact on the trees. and explain the results.

In addition, if multiple roots that affect the healthy growth of ginkgo biloba are confirmed, it is required to devise ways to avoid roots.

Based on the report, the business operator plans to compile environmental conservation measures and start construction. The start of construction is expected to be delayed until the beginning of the year.

Meiji Jingu Gaien 100 year old tree

Meiji Jingu Gaien was built about 100 years ago.

Trees were brought from various regions by donations from all over the country.

The trees that have grown over 100 years have become precious greenery that spreads across the city.

It has been popular as a place of relaxation, such as the famous ginkgo trees that turn yellow in autumn.

A new National Stadium was built nearby for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

With Jingu Stadium and Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium, it is also known as a base for sports.

In 2015, plans for the redevelopment of Meiji Jingu Gaien were announced.

The ballpark and rugby field will replace each other, and two new complex buildings will be built to accommodate commercial facilities.

However, it was not until January that the details of the trees to be felled for the redevelopment became clear, and there are some 100-year-old trees in the area, and there are voices of concern about the impact on the environment. was rising.