Their design provides a vision for a community that emphasizes resilience in the face of natural disasters, encapsulated within a turtle-shaped island.
Features of the Winning Design
The design is based on the sturdy and enduring nature of turtles, symbolizing the strength and longevity required of a community that can withstand disasters. Within the turtle-shaped island, essential facilities such as schools, hospitals, and shopping areas are arranged thoughtfully to support everyday life.
Moreover, the layout incorporates disaster response functions, including an emergency operations center, evacuation hotels, and storage facilities for disaster supplies, ensuring that the community is well-prepared for any eventuality. This unique approach to urban planning showcases the children's creativity in addressing real-world problems, as they imagine a future where resilience and community spirit prevail.
Future Plans for Recognition
The awards ceremony is set to take place in January next year, where the winning team will be honored with commemorative prizes that reflect their awarded design. In addition, the awardees will enjoy a tour of the facilities at a construction innovation hub. The winning project will also be highlighted during various events and at the Tokyo Bay eSG project hub located at Tokyo Mirai Park, allowing a wider audience to appreciate the creativity of these young innovators.
About the Minecraft Cup
The Minecraft Cup is a competition that invites students from around the nation and beyond to create works using the educational version of Minecraft. It aims to bring together creative minds to engage in urban development, culminating in a showcase of projects that advance the theme of community building and resilience. Projects that excel at the block level may move on to national competition, with details available on the Minecraft Cup’s official website.
Background and Goals
The Tokyo Bay eSG Project is part of the larger vision outlined in the 2050 Tokyo Strategy, which focuses on implementing technology in urban development and promoting sustainable practices. With initiatives like the Minecraft Cup, the city aims to involve the youth in reimagining their environment, ensuring that the future of Tokyo is both innovative and sustainable.
For further information on the Tokyo Bay eSG Project, visit
Tokyo Bay eSG Project, and explore the
Minecraft Cup for details on the competition and how schools can participate.