The mayor of Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, announced today that he has taken steps to resume the arena project, which received majority support in a public referendum.

The new arena project in Toyohashi City involves the construction of a 5,000-seat arena in Toyohashi Park and the development of the park’s eastern area, with a total project cost of approximately 23 billion yen.

Following the majority vote in favor of continuing the project during the public referendum on the 20th of this month, Mayor Naoto Nagasaka outlined the subsequent steps during a regular press conference today.

(Mayor Naoto Nagasaka, Toyohashi City)
“I have instructed the relevant departments to proceed with procedures for the prompt resumption of the project. We have notified the contractor of our intention to lift the temporary suspension and expressed our desire to discuss specific future measures.”

Additionally, on the 25th of this month, the mayor visited the representative company of the contractor in Tokyo to directly convey the intention to resume the project, stating that it was “well received.”

Future schedules, costs, and other details will be discussed with the contractor.

Toyohashi City

Toyohashi City, located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is a vibrant urban center known for its historical significance and industrial growth. It developed as a key transportation hub during the Edo period (1603–1868) and later became a major manufacturing and logistics center. Notable attractions include Yoshida Castle ruins, the Toyohashi Park, and the Mikawa Port, reflecting its blend of history and modernity.

Aichi Prefecture

Aichi Prefecture, located in central Japan, is a vibrant region known for its rich history, modern industry, and cultural heritage. It is home to Nagoya, its largest city, and historic sites like Nagoya Castle, built in 1612 by the Tokugawa shogunate. Aichi is also a major industrial hub, hosting companies like Toyota, and is famous for traditional crafts such as Seto pottery and Arimatsu shibori dyeing.

Toyohashi Park

Toyohashi Park is a historic urban park located in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1904, it was built on the former site of Yoshida Castle, a 16th-century fortress, and features remnants of the castle grounds, including reconstructed gates and moats. The park is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing and offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.