Although the tree-cutting has started, our fight is not over! On October 28, the tree-cutting and transplanting work in Jingu Gaien began. The target areas include the Second Baseball Field and the National Foundation Archives Memorial Grove, where many historical trees have stood since the park was first established. It's incredibly sad to see this happen.

However, just because the tree-cutting has started, it doesn’t mean the redevelopment of Jingu Gaien needs to proceed as planned. Around 70 trees are set to be cut down in this phase. In total, the plan calls for 661 trees to be felled, meaning that this cut represents about 10% of that number. While it's painful and frustrating not to be able to save these 70 trees, we are determined to prevent any more losses. Don’t lose hope—let’s keep fighting!

On November 10 (Sunday) in the afternoon, we will gather for a fieldwork session with many participants to observe the site of tree felling and transplantation related to the redevelopment. Let’s walk along the ginkgo tree-lined avenue with placards and banners and think together about what we can do moving forward.

【Jingu Gaien Watch ~ On-site Observation of Redevelopment and Tree Felling】

Meeting Point: In front of the Meiji Memorial Museum in Jingu Gaien
Date and Time: November 10 (Sunday) 14:00~16:00

14:00 Meet in front of the Museum:
Greetings (Rochelle Kopp) and route explanation

14:25 Observation at the National Stadium Sky Forest:
Observing the site of tree felling and transplantation

15:00 Reassemble at the National Stadium Plaza

15:05~ Placard Walk along the Ginkgo Tree-Lined Avenue
Walking one and a half laps from west to east and back along the avenue

15:35 Mini Gathering at the East Gate of the Rugby Stadium, 18 Ginkgo Trees

Please be mindful not to obstruct traffic as the Tokyo Lights event will be held at the plaza in front of the Meiji Memorial Museum on the same day.