Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

　The Kamiseya area, the venue for GREEN x EXPO 2027, was requisitioned by the US military shortly after the war, and land use by landowners has been restricted for about 70 years.
　In response to the thoughts and expectations of the locals, the Kamiseya district was returned in June 2015 (2015). .
　For the vast land that is valuable in the Tokyo metropolitan area, as a symbolic precedent for the peaceful use of the site of the base, we will hold an international festival, GREEN x EXPO 2027, and promote town development that will lead to the revitalization of the western part of Yokohama City. I will do it.

　GREEN x EXPO 2027 is Japan's first international exposition on the theme of "Kingkyo," which works together with citizens in harmony with the environment, focusing on climate change, which has a significant impact on our lives.
　While being surrounded by flowers and greenery around the world, we will solve global issues such as climate change and food crises with the power of nature and the power of green, together with citizens, think together with citizens about an environmentally friendly future life, and disseminate a new society from Yokohama to the world.
　The official abbreviation "GREEN x EXPO 2027" is a collective term for "plants," "flowers," and "green," and "GREEN," which means "nature" and "environmentally friendly," and "expo," an international exposition that contributes to the resolution of issues common internationally, we will pursue the future of nature, people and society as a place that contributes to the achievement of SDGs and the realization of GX.

<Reference: Outline of the event＞
Name: 2027 International Horticultural Exposition
（International Horticultural Expo 2027, Yokohama, Japan）
Official abbreviation: GREEN×EXPO 2027
Theme: The scenery of tomorrow that creates happiness
Location: Former Kamiseya Communication Facility (Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)
Period: From Friday, March 19, 2027 to Sunday, September 26, 2027
Exposition area: Approximately 100ha (including 80ha venue area)
Number of paid visitors: More than 10 million

　At GREEN x EXPO 2027, set in the vast satoyama of Kami Seya, taking advantage of the undulating terrain and nature such as the headwaters of the river, five `` Villages '' exhibited by citizens and companies, and flowers and greenery We will set up three "zones" where you can enjoy beautiful scenery.
　We are currently examining the contents and contents of the specific venue plan, and will show it to many people, including citizens, in the future.

　GREEN × EXPO 2027 is an important opportunity to solve global issues such as climate change and food crises with the power of nature and the power of green, and to think together with citizens about an environmentally friendly future life, and to communicate a new society from Yokohama to the world.
　We will welcome many people from all over the world and consider the venue planning and operation plans necessary to develop five villages and three zones.

　The design of the official mascot character was attended by up-and-coming character designers, artists, picture book writers, etc., who are expected to be more active in the future, and a nomination competition was held at the Expo Association in October 2023. After a survey of intellectual property rights and soliciting opinions on the three final candidate works, the selected works were decided by 10 selection committee members appointed by the Exposition Association, and the design was announced on March 19, 2024, three years before the exposition.
　The creator of the adopted work is Atsushi Makino, video director and art director.

　Three years ago, three years ago, the name of the official mascot character was selected by Yae Kitahara's work "Tunkutunk" from 6,076 public recruitment started at the same time as the design announcement on March 19, 2024. It was announced at a press conference held on June 22, 1000 days before the event.
　"Tunkutunk" represents a state in which people and various lives resonate and connect. Through this mascot, we hope that the importance of human beings regaining their imagination and harmony for all things will be expanded.

　The GREEN x EXPO 2027 is Japan's first international exposition focusing on climate change, which has a significant impact on our lives, and we hope that children and young people who will lead the future society will come and participate actively.
　For this reason, we will consider cooperation through the Yokohama Future Creation Conference, which was established in the wake of the GREEN × EXPO 2027, as well as publicity promotion and participation programs suitable for children and young people.

　From May to October 2024, regional briefings were held in each ward. This briefing was held on March 29, 2024 by the Yokohama City Neighborhood Associations Federation, to the mayor, actively fosters the momentum of citizens toward the holding of GREEN × EXPO 2027 (2027 International Horticultural Exposition), and encourages citizens to actively promote environmental protection activities such as the Park Protection Association, which has been working on the conservation of the natural environment in the community.
　Since the daily environmental activities of citizens have a high affinity with the significance and philosophy of the EXPO, the purpose of encouraging the relevant organizations to actively participate, the significance of the EXPO and the activities of everyone. It tells you the connection.
　In addition, public relations, information dissemination, and promotion at various opportunities (methods) suitable for each target person according to the progress of the business so that all citizens can know about EXPO and have sympathy in the future I will go.

　The site of the venue of GREEN x EXPO 2027 is planned to be a park with the theme of "environment" and "disaster prevention". In maintenance, we will utilize the facilities and buildings to be constructed with the holding of GREEN x EXPO 2027 in the park as efficiently as possible.
　In addition, we maintain wide area disaster prevention base becoming the first in Motoichi to protect security, reliable living of citizens.

　In the event of a large-scale disaster, the disaster prevention base will have a base camp function that accepts support units from all over the country, including the fire department, police, and the SDF, and a base function to quickly deliver supplies to refuge in the city area.
　Furthermore, in order to maximize the function of the wide-area disaster prevention base, we will proceed with studying the development of a new interchange that directly connects the former Kami-Seya Communication Facility Area and the Tomei Expressway.

　In the western part of the city, there is a problem that there are few means of transportation in the north and south.
　Therefore, by introducing a new transportation system between Seya and Kamiseya, and enhancing bus routes connecting to multiple railway lines utilizing surrounding roads, a new transportation network has been constructed, making it easy for everyone to move. Aim for realization.

　The current “fund plan” shows “venue construction costs” and “operating costs” in the basic plan announced by the Expo Association, the host body, last January. The venue construction costs will be borne by the national, local governments, and the private sector by one-third, and the operating costs will be covered by entrance fees and exhibition fees.
　In recent years, prices of materials and goods, labor costs, etc. have risen significantly, but we are also working to curb costs while studying ways to implement the venue plan and implementation details.
　In addition, at this exposition, we plan to show people's lives and society in a new era regarding decarbonization, biodiversity, and circular economy. We are working with the Expo Association to realize the venue planning and implementation details.

　Around Kamiseya, there are chronic traffic congestion at the intersection in front of Meguro "Koban" (police box), where the Hachioji Highway and Route 4 intersect. In order to eliminate traffic congestion and ensure a smooth access route to the venue, the GREEN × EXPO 2027 will be held to create an environment where many visitors can be greeted comfortably, including a three-dimensional Ring Route 4 at the intersection in front of Meguro "Koban" (police box) and a widening Hachioji Kaido from two lanes to four lanes.
　For those who come by private car, we will guide you through the best route by sending out traffic information, and we will also consider conducting park-and-ride on days when many visitors are expected.

　In the park area, we will maintain a waterside space where you can feel the original scenery of the Aizawa River, and maintain the current topography and natural environment at the headwaters of the Izumi River, and create a new satoyama landscape at GREEN x EXPO 2027. I will create it.
　Furthermore, in these waterfront spaces, we will create habitats and habitats for the movement and transplantation of important flora and fauna, and strive to create the conservation ecosystem.

　Regarding the venue area of GREEN x EXPO 2027, we are conducting shell tests based on the history of the former Japanese Navy using it before being requisited by the US military.
　Until now, shells have been found in investigations, but all of them are cylindrical metals without equipment that causes explosions, and are collected on the same day by the SDF because there is no danger. In addition, information is promptly reported to the surrounding areas and information is shared.
　We will continue to conduct a thorough investigation so that the exposition can be greeted with peace of mind.

　According to reports, organic fluorine compounds have been detected in places that are currently U.S. military bases, groundwater around airports, and factories in Japan.
　Emission sources include facilities that own and use foam disinfectants containing organic fluorine compounds, facilities that have a track record of manufacturing and using organic fluorine compounds, waste treatment facilities, and sewerage treatment facilities.
　At present, the government has set up an expert meeting and is examining the handling of provisional target values, etc., so while closely monitoring trends in these countries, if necessary, respond appropriately. I will continue.
　In addition, since 2011, Yokohama City has been measuring tap water and tap water (water before water purification treatment) at three water purification plants in the city for PFOS and PFOA of organic fluorine compounds. Until now, both tap water and tap water have never exceeded the provisional target values.

　More than 40 years have passed since the tree planting of the row of cherry trees on the Navy Road, and healthy cherry blossoms have rapidly decreased, falling branches and fallen trees due to typhoons, etc., and unhealthy conditions can be seen.
　In order to protect the lives of pedestrians and prevent damage to cars, etc., in addition to daily inspections, a tree diagnosis by an expert (tree doctor) has been conducted every year since 2012 to remove cherry blossoms at the risk of falling trees. I am.
　The number of cherry blossoms, which had about 600 in 1995, decreased to 202 at the end of 2023 (down about 67%) due to the removal of fallen trees and unhealthy trees, and in the next five years (around 2029), the row of cherry trees Is expected to disappear.
　We will work to create new cherry blossom spots in order to connect the row of cherry blossom trees, which has long been a symbol of the region, to the next generation.

　In order to regenerate the row of cherry trees on the Navy Road, in 2022, while conducting continuous examinations at round-table conferences by local residents and publicly recruited residents, explanations to the surrounding area, solicitation of citizen opinions, etc. In October, we compiled the "Basic Plan for Creating New Cherry Blossom Spots".

[Reference URL] About the creation of new cherry blossom spots in the former Kamiseya communication facility district

https://www.city.yokohama.lg.jp/kurashi/machizukuri-kankyo/toshiseibi/jokyo/kukakuseiri/kamiseya/sakura/default20210315.html

　The cherry blossoms on the Navy Road are objective tree diagnosis by multiple experts (tree physicians) to diagnose the danger of falling trees, transplant healthy cherry trees to new parks as much as possible, and to pests. Replant and regenerate them to "Koshinohigan", which has a high degree of safety.
　In addition, we will plant many kinds of cherry trees in the new park, and together with the Navy Road, we will work to create new cherry blossom spots with more than 600 cherry trees of about 40 species with different flowering times.

　In order to ensure that visitors can spend a safe and comfortable time, we are considering measures such as air conditioning equipment for exhibitions and building facilities, greenery (shading) in rest spaces, and dry mist.

　The five wards (Tsurumi Ward, Kanagawa Ward, Naka Ward, Hodogaya Ward and Isogo Ward), which came into effect in 1927, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027.
　It is an important milestone year for many people, and through collaborative efforts, the city will raise the 100th anniversary of the constituency system and the GREEN x EXPO 2027 together.

　Taking advantage of the characteristics of multiple railway stations, we are conducting detailed studies on transportation from the station to the railway station near the venueshuttle bus. In addition, we are considering direct buses from other major terminals.
　We are considering four shuttle bus departures from the railway station near the venue: Sotetsu Seya Station, Mitsukyo Station, Tokyu Minamimachida Grand Berry Park Station, and JR Tokaichiba Station.
　At the same time, we will consider ways to allow many people from outside the neighborhood of the venue, taking into account the actual situation of each ward.
　In addition, with regard to access from Seya Station to the entrance of the venue, we will create a pedestrian space that enhances the sense of excitement, such as by decorating the atmosphere of GREEN x EXPO so that you can enjoy it on foot.

　At the venue, we will thoroughly implement the concept of “3R + Renewable,” which includes so-called 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) and renewables (the concept of appropriately switching to renewable materials such as paper, wood, biomass plastics, etc.) to reduce food loss and waste as much as possible, and actively use environmentally friendly containers to reduce environmental impact.
　In addition, temporary buildings used for exhibition facilities in the venue will use domestic timber to reduce environmental impact and make effective use of materials as a recycling-oriented (reuse, recycling) "GREEN Circular Buildings".
[Reference] About 3Rs
　Reduce (reducing generation): Reduce garbage itself
　Reuse (reuse): Use repeatedly and repeatedly.
　Recycling (recycle): Divided and reused as resources.