Issues and Future Prospects for Redevelopment Projects of Sub-center in RENOVATION KOBE

A Case Study of Myodani Station and Seishin-Chuo Station

Abstract

The challenges of a declining and aging population drive the shift to more intensive urban structures. The importance of sub-centers is also increasing due to the diverse ways of living and working in the post-covid(19) world. Based on these backgrounds, this study aimed to identify the results and issues of the “RENOVATION KOBE” project, which aims to create a comprehensive space around a subcenter station based on the premise of a multi-pole, decentralized urban structure. To clarify the actual situation, we surveyed private businesses involved in supporting the utilization of the plaza. “RENOVATION KOBE” is seen to have PR effects on citizens and to induce urban functions. Still, it became clear that the initiative is unclear and relies heavily on the corporate efforts of business operators.