Hibiya Amanis Receives Prestigious Award in Urban Parks Competition
Recently, Hibiya Amanis, a Tokyo-based landscaping company, celebrated a significant achievement at the 41st Urban Parks Competition organized by the Japan Park and Greenery Association. The company was awarded the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's City Bureau Director Prize for its renovation of the second flower bed facilities in Hibiya Park.
This accomplishment highlights the collaboration among three key organizations, including Hibiya Amanis, Showritsu Gardening Co., and Mitsuki Co., which formed a joint venture called the Hibiya-Showritsu-Mitsuki Construction Joint Venture. The award aims to recognize superior efforts in park design, construction, materials used, and maintenance practices that contribute to the overall enhancement and innovative development of urban parks.
About the Hibiya Park Second Flower Bed Renovation
The renovations at Hibiya Park are particularly significant as they are part of a larger initiative leading up to the park’s 130th anniversary in 2033. The goal of this project is to make the park accessible and enjoyable to everyone, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or physical ability. This commitment to inclusivity involves a step-by-step revival and maintenance across various areas of the park.
In the grassy plaza of the flower bed area, modifications were made to enhance accessibility, including the removal of fences and the installation of ramps. These adjustments create a safe environment that allows all visitors to navigate the park freely and confidently. Furthermore, the landscape design incorporates