💨 Abstract

An approved plan to redevelop Tokyo's Jingu Gaien park, including the demolition of historic sports venues, faces strong opposition. Critics, including urban planners and environmental scientists, argue that the project prioritizes commercial interests over historical preservation and public space. The park, established over a century ago, includes a baseball stadium where legends like Babe Ruth played and a rugby ground. If built, the plans would replace these with high-rise towers, jeopardizing the area's heritage and greenery.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff