Discovering the Latest Trends in Urban Development Through Public Space Utilization

Discovering the Latest Trends in Urban Development

On November 28, 2025, an insightful seminar titled "Exploring the Frontiers of Urban Development through Public Space Utilization" will take place, featuring prominent guest speakers, Manrico Miyamoto from SOMPO Institute and Hiroki Naka from Mori Building. This event promises to shed light on innovative urban regeneration projects both domestically and internationally, showcasing Mori Building's distinctive challenges and strategies.

Event Overview

This seminar will be held at the Kioi Forum in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and will also be accessible via live Zoom webinar and archived for two weeks for attendees who wish to view it at their convenience.

Date and Time

- When: November 28, 2025
- Time: 1 PM to 3 PM

Speakers

- Manrico Miyamoto: Senior Researcher at SOMPO Institute's Public Policy Research Department
- Hiroki Naka: Manager at Mori Building's Town Management Group

Focus Areas

The seminar will address key concepts in urban management and development using public spaces as a cornerstone for revitalizing urban areas.

Part 1: How Should Companies Promote Regional Management?

- Time: 1 PM to 2:10 PM

Manrico Miyamoto will discuss how businesses can engage with public space for regional management. Topics include various business schemes such as Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), Park-PFI, and Area Management. Participants will explore the complexities and evolving choices in these arrangements. Furthermore, real-world examples of domestic re-development initiatives will be presented:
- Redevelopment and Open Space Creation: Example from Osaka's Umekita Project
- Highway Underground and Canal Restoration: Case study from Nihonbashi, Tokyo
- Highway to Promenade Conversion: An initiative from KK Line in Tokyo

Part 2: Utilizing Public Spaces in Central Tokyo

- Time: 2:15 PM to 3 PM

Hiroki Naka will share Mori Building's vision for a compact city where living, working, learning, and leisure are interconnected. Through significant open spaces generated by redevelopment, the vibrancy of the urban environment can be maintained by active daily events and activities. This part of the seminar will highlight:
- Mori Building’s Urban Ideology: Towards a sustainable Vertical Garden City
- Public Space Utilization in Various Projects:
- Toranomon Hills Initiatives: Engaging public squares
- New Toranomon Street: Public-private partnerships in road utilization
- Ongoing Efforts in Azabudai Hills: Current projects focused on public space.

Q&A and Networking Session

To conclude the seminar, there will be an opportunity for attendees to engage with the speakers through a Q&A session and exchange business cards, fostering connections among professionals involved in urban development.

About the Organizers

The New Social System Research Institute (SSK), established in December 1996, specializes in providing high-level business seminars catering to various regional and industry needs, facilitating over 500 seminars yearly. Their goal is to disseminate information rapidly to foster business opportunities in ever-evolving environments.
For more information, visit SSK's website.
For inquiries, contact SSK at their Tokyo office at Azabu Tower.

Conclusion

This seminar is an essential platform for professionals looking to leverage public spaces in urban design. Don't miss the chance to learn from industry leaders and engage with cutting-edge ideas for sustainable urban growth in Japan and beyond.