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Seminar on the Omiya Super Ballpark Initiative

Saitama Prefecture's Urban Development Division will be holding an informative seminar on January 22, 2026, to discuss the current status and future developments of the Omiya Super Ballpark Initiative. This event will feature a keynote speech by Mr. Fumitaka Toi, the head of the Parks and Stadium Division of Saitama's Urban Development Department.

Overview of Omiya Park

Omiya Park, a historical urban park celebrating its 140th anniversary, plays a pivotal role in Saitama's cultural and recreational landscape. The park boasts beautiful cherry blossoms and a vibrant sports community that includes well-loved venues like the baseball stadium where legends such as Babe Ruth and Shigeo Nagashima once played, and the home ground for the S.C. Urawa Reds.

Despite its rich heritage, Omiya Park faces challenges with aging sports facilities and evolving user needs. Thus, there is a pressing demand to innovate and elevate the park while honoring its legacy.

The Omiya Super Ballpark Concept

In response to these challenges, Saitama Prefecture has developed the Omiya Super Ballpark concept to ensure the park remains a hub of engagement and vitality. The seminar will provide insights into this initiative, detailing the future developments planned to enhance the park's appeal and functionality.

Key Topics to Be Discussed:

1. Introduction to Omiya Park
- Overview of Omiya Park's facilities and offerings.
- Historical significance of the park.

2. Omiya Park Grand Design
- Outline of the grand design initiative for the park.
- Vision for the future of Omiya Park.

3. Omiya Super Ballpark
- Conceptual framework of the Super Ballpark.
- Basic plan and features of the development.

4. Future of Urban Parks
- Saitama's vision for urban development.
- Recommendations for the management of urban parks moving forward.

5. Q&A Session
- An interactive segment for participants to pose questions.

6. Networking Session
- An opportunity for attendees to exchange business cards and foster networking, enhancing broader business opportunities.

Attendance and Registration

Participants can choose from three attendance options: in-person, live streaming, or accessing an archived recording for two weeks at their convenience.

• - Fee:

- 37,880 JPY (including tax) per individual registration.
- Special offer: One companion can join for free with registration.

Note: Municipal representatives can benefit from a discounted rate for two participants at 11,000 JPY each (tax included) when attending in person or via live streaming.

Additional Information

After the seminar, participants can engage with the speaker for further questions and discussions, fostering valuable networking opportunities that may lead to new business ventures.

For more details and registration, please visit: JPI Seminar.

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute Co., Ltd.
5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-0047
Tel: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI official site

About JPI

For over fifty years, the Japan Planning Institute has been a bridge between government, business, and citizens. We aspire to foster national knowledge creation through informative seminars designed for senior executives and policymakers, providing essential insights for national projects and public policies.