We are looking for "New walkway" name born along Shibuya River! It combines "pedestrian flow line" towards Daikanyama and "plaza where people rest"

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A large complex " SHIBUYA STREAM " opened on September 13, and at the same time a "new walking path" was born on the former Toyoko Line along the Shibuya River. In the future, general public offering of "street name" is being carried out, aiming at "the waterside relaxing space (promenade)" long loved by residents and visitors.

In March 2013, the line between Toyoko Line Shibuya Station and Daikanyama Station has been undergrounded due to the direct operation between Toyoko Line and FUKU-TOSHIN LINE . As part of the Shibuya Station South Block land readjustment project, reorganized the former Toyoko Line Shibuya Station home and track ruins, construction construction of " SHIBUYA STREAM " and development of urban infrastructure and block progress simultaneously, and "new promenade" by public-private partnership It was maintained along the Shibuya River.

▲ Image diagram of the boardwalk from Inari bridge adjacent to JR Shibuya station to near Yawata Bridge (Image offer = SHIBUYA STREAM )

▲ Image diagram of the boardwalk. A walking path will continue for about 600 meters from the Yawata Bridge to a walking bridge, Namiki Bridge to Daikanyama / Ebisu area (Image offer = SHIBUYA STREAM )

The range of the boardwalk is about 600 meters from "Inari Bridge" which is close to JR Shibuya Station to "Namiki Bridge", and a new commercial facility "Shibuya Bridge" adjacent to the Shibuya Ward cleaning plant located beyond the road. Originally the railway track of the former Toyoko Line, there are numerous playful objects that are playful, such as the remains of railroads and monuments that leave memories of railways on the promenade.

Well, when thinking about the name of "new walkway" I would like to introduce in detail what purpose and features this promenade has.

▲ When you go down the big stairs in SHIBUYA STREAM Inari bridge square spreads out

First, the starting point of the boardwalk is Inari Bridge Square, which is ahead of the big staircase of SHIBUYA STREAM . The Shibuya River flows before that. Shibuya River where there was no water volume so far and the image of the Dogu River was strong, but the sewage treatment was carried out and the water flow revived using the reclaimed water.

▲ A landscape that I looked at the Shibuya River from Inari Bridge Square. "Wall spring" flows from both river protection.

Furthermore, on the shore of the river facing the SHIBUYA STREAM , an artificial waterfall called "Wall spring" is shed, and a stylish scenery which makes the visitor's eyes fun is produced.

▲ left) Western style tavern cafe "Bistro Ru Pancan SAKABA & CAFE" right) Lemonade specialty store "LEMONADE by Lemonica"

Along the wall springs, lively eating zones such as "lemonade specialty store" and "Western style bar scene café" line up.
The commercial facility in SHIBUYA STREAM ends with "Kim Wang Bridge", and a promenade follows the road with a road. Let me see the foot while walking. You will notice that 'real rails' are embedded in concrete.▲ left) Construction landscape to embed rails in the boardwalk (photo: June 20, 2018) Right) The rail keeps long on the promenade, leaving memories of the ruins

It feels like a boys like the movie "Stand by me" walking on the railroad and traveling adventurously.

▲ Pergola made by leaving a part of the elevated bridge established near the Kim Wang Bridge

Near the King King Bridge and Namiki Bridge, there is a pergola that does not partially disassemble the viaduct pillars. Steel and rails are combined in the upper part, and it has a presence as a public art suitable for a track site. Also, different numbers are assigned to the pergola, promenade, benches, etc.
Actually, this number represents the order of the pillar of the elevated bridge which was counted from the former Toyoko Line home (currently deck crossing National Route 246) where the "kamaboko roof" was restored. By the way, the number 32 is written in the pergola near the Kim Wang Bridge.

▲ Open Innovation Facility "100 BANCH". 1F is a cafe managed by the cafe company, 2F is laboratory, 3F is event space.

At "Hachimantabashi" near JR Shibuya Station New South Exit there is an open innovation facility "100 BANCH" operated by Panasonic that opened in July 2017. Young people with values ​​that are not limited by common sense are carrying out various projects and research on the 2nd floor of the facility aiming to "support 100 projects to create a future ahead 100 years." As we can visit freely, it is fun to stop by a lab in the middle of walking around the promenade and touch a part of unique research.

Currently, Mini Cooper with masking tape specification is displayed for a limited time on the promenade opposite 100 BANCH, and it has an unexpected atmosphere in Japan.

▲ Platform that leaves memories of "Old Namiki Bridge Station"

In the vicinity of Namiki Bridge, a space like a one-tiered platform is installed to leave the record of "Namiki Bridge Station" that existed between Shibuya and Daikanyama until the war. Although there is no notation in particular, it can be said that it is a miserable production that tells the history of the Toyoko Line which the acquaintance knows.

▲ Scenery looking at Shibuya Bridge from Namiki Bridge

▲ Promenade continues to "Shibuya Bridge"

The promenade continues to the new shopping center "Shibuya Bridge" which opened with SHIBUYA STREAM , across the road of Namiki Bridge.

▲ The appearance of the Shibuya bridge. Features curved building like "Colosseum of Rome"

The most characteristic of the building which is compounded by hotels, cafes, nursery schools, offices, etc. is a unique form drawing the "R" curve. I think that there are also many people remembering that the old Toyoko line was braking the "Namiki ..." in front of Namiki Bridge, but the remnants of the large curve which is said to be R160 (160 m in radius).

▲ A passage in the "Shibuya bridge" that continues from the boardwalk. You can feel while walking the curve and width (about 10 meters) of the elevated bridge that formerly used toyoko line had run through. A clock hanging from the ceiling also creates the atmosphere of the station.

The narrow depth of 10 meters wide also shows that it is made by using the width of the former high bridge.

▲ "Kim Wang Bridge Plaza" planned to be used at festivals and events

In addition to the maintenance of the Shibuya River and the boardwalk, "Inari Bridge" and "Kin Wang Bridge" also have plazas where people can collect, and various events and outdoor markets will be held in the same plaza and promenade from now on It is said. For a long time, the image along the Shibuya River along the elevated bridge was strong, but due to the recent improvement of the public-private partnership, in addition to the role as a "new pedestrian flow line" from Shibuya station to the Daikanyama / Ebisu area, It is also expected to be utilized as a "new public space" where town people can enjoy the rest.

▲ A state of "Tsunagari Akari" lighting a lantern along the river

By the way, now, on the boardwalk, entitled "Shibuya River Fes ~ Let's make new landscapes ~" (9/13 ~ 31), "Tsunaguakari" lighting lantern after evening (13 ~ 31, Inari Bridge · Kin Wang Bridge Square, Various projects commemorating the toilet are being developed, such as a walking trail) and a field making event "Urban Farmers Club in Shibuya River kick-off plan" (23th, a boardwalk).

So far we have seen the features of the "new walkway", but in this recruitment plan of "street name", one name that covers the entire section of about 600 meters from "Inari Bridge" to the passage in "Shibuya Bridge" We are recruiting. Be sure to include the letters "Shibuya (Shubuya, Shibuya, SHIBUYA is also acceptable)" or "Shibuya River" as a requirement for entry. Especially, there is no entrance qualification, anyone who likes Shibuya is acceptable, the application method can be mailed, faxed, e-mailed, and posted from the post installed in the SHIBUYA STREAM . The deadline for entry is until October 14th (Sunday).

The name you think may be engraved in "New walkway". Why do not you give out ideas while hints on the features etc. introduced in this article?

<"New Promenade" Name Public offering summary>
〇 Entry method: Post mail, fax, e-mail, post posting in SHIBUYA STREAM
○ Required items · Application requirements:
１． 氏名（法人・団体名）、住所、電話番号、名称とその理由や意味をご記入ください。
２． 新名称には必ず「渋谷」または「渋谷川」の文字を使用してください。
 ※しぶや、シブヤ、SHIBUYAでも可
〇 Applicants:
· Postal: 1-3-8 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043 Marui Building 4F
 渋谷川広場運営連絡会事務局　一般社団法人駅前エリアマネジメント宛
・FAX／電子メール：03-3461-3821　info@shibuyaplusfun.com
〇 Application period:
 2018年9月13日（木）〜10月14日（日）まで
 ※郵便の場合10/14の消印有効
○ Other:
· Decided on consultation at the Shibuya River Plaza administration liaison meeting from the proposed name of application
· New name adopted belongs to copyright and all other rights belong to Shibuya river plaza management liaison association
Yes Contact:
 渋谷川広場運営連絡会事務局　渋谷区都市整備部渋谷駅周辺整備課
 電話：03-3463-2649

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