2019 年 33 巻 2 号 p. 81-86
The paper indicated that the streets with the high priorities of community activities and pedestrians are being realized internationally. It also described the characteristics and issues of street renovation in Japan, taking the avenue in front of a railway station as an example. From the standpoint of urban life sustainability, enhancing the number of outdoor activities and diversity of people on the street is a common issue in the globe. However, in Japan, the use by non-traffic activities has been perceived in a confrontational manner as a cause of traffic obstruction, and its real value is still underestimated. It will be necessary to reorganize the planning scheme so as to prove the social and environmental value of various street uses to the public.