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Revitalizing the Edagawa Area: A Community Initiative

The Edagawa Station Town Development Council, in collaboration with Tokyo Metro and PIAZZA, is set to host an exciting community-oriented event on September 27, 2026. Titled Edagawa-Shiohama Town Development DAY - Edamachi Marche Vol. 2, this event will take place at the scenic Shiohama Canal area near the Shiohama Bridge and the roadway in front of Shiozaki Nursery School.

Purpose and Vision

This popular event is strategically aligned with the upcoming opening of a new subway station (tentatively named Edagawa Station) on the Yurakucho Line, which is expected to tap into significant urban development opportunities. The primary aim is to create an avenue for engagement among local residents, businesses, and organizations to foster a sense of community and vibrancy.

Transforming a normally transient waterfront area into a bustling hub, the event will feature vendors offering various goods and foods at a lively marketplace. Participants can look forward to a range of activities—from fishing and nature exhibits to planting workshops and live stage performances—ensuring fun for all ages, from children to adults.

The event is not just about enjoyment; it serves as an opportunity to recruit a diverse mix of local vendors and exhibitors, fostering connections within the community and transforming the waterfront into a true gathering space. It aims to rediscover the area's charms and create new opportunities for interactions and activities among residents and visitors alike.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Edagawa-Shiohama Town Development DAY - Edamachi Marche Vol. 2
• - Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday) from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM (will proceed in light rain, canceled in severe weather)
• - Location: Along the Shiohama Canal near Shiohama Bridge, roadway in front of Shiozaki Nursery School
• - Organizer: Edagawa Station Town Development Council
• - Co-organizer: Tokyo Metro
• - Operational Partner: PIAZZA
• - Supported by: Koto Ward
• - Admission: Free

Collaborating for Community Growth

The Edagawa Station Town Development Council was established in July 2025 to spearhead local-focused development proactive strategies ahead of the anticipated railway station opening. The council is dedicated to enabling and encouraging residents, organizations, and enterprises in the Edagawa and Shiohama areas to actively participate in their community development.

Tokyo Metro will continue to engage with locals to brainstorm ideas for a vibrant urban environment. Meanwhile, PIAZZA will leverage its experience in urban development and community formation to build connections among various stakeholders.

Through this collaborative event, the organizations aim to create a networking platform whereby local residents, workers, and visitors can form bonds, fostering love and new activities linked to the Edagawa and Shiohama locales.

Addressing Community Needs

With the future station opening, changes in community dynamics and foot traffic are anticipated in the Edagawa and Shiohama area. The trio of organizations—Edagawa Station Town Development Council, Tokyo Metro, and PIAZZA—takes this as a chance to capitalize on local resources and charm, prompting networks between residents, shops, organizations, and businesses that can prompt new initiatives for development.

The Edagawa-Shiohama Town Development DAY - Edamachi Marche Vol. 2 will serve as a platform for local residents to share perspectives on creating an ideal community, as well as innovative uses for the waterfront space.

Planned Activities (Subject to Change)

• - FUTURE | Consider the Future of the Town

Presentations regarding local community development and the new station, a survey on urban development, and a VR experience of the future town.

• - NATURE | Enjoying the Waterfront and Nature

Exhibits and quizzes about local aquatic life, fishing experiences, and a planting workshop.

• - LIFE | Fostering a Safe Living Environment

Wheelchair simulation experiences, food drives, and emergency preparedness introductions.

• - ENJOY | Fun Gatherings in the Community

Marketplace with various vendors, food trucks, music performances, and basketball skills experiences from three professional teams (Alvark Tokyo, Tokyo Sunrockers, and Tokyo United Basketball Club).

• - LOCAL CONNECTION | Explore and Connect with the Community

Introductions to the activities of the Edagawa Station Town Development Council, collaborative installations with the “Honno Ki” by the Sen'nan Social Club, and showcases of local specialties from Ino-cho in Kochi Prefecture, which shares the name 'Edagawa'.

For detailed event information, please visit the official event site.

Additional Information

• - Edagawa Station Town Development Council: A community-driven organization aimed at promoting the sustainable development of the Edagawa and Shiohama areas.

• - Contact Information:

Organizer: Edagawa Station Town Development Council
Official website

Co-organizer: Tokyo Metro
Customer Center

Operational Partner: PIAZZA
Official website