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[Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture] Safety Prayer Ceremony and Groundbreaking Ceremony for Namie Station Area Development Project to be Held

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Published Jun 13, 2026 12:46 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:55 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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This project aims to develop Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, commercial and exchange facilities, and other amenities.
Construction contracts were concluded between January and March 2024.

Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture, will hold a safety prayer ceremony and groundbreaking ceremony on June 21, 2036, as part of the Namie Station Area Development Project. This project aims to develop Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, commercial and exchange facilities, and other amenities. Construction contracts were concluded between January and March 2024.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000169811.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 13, 2026

[Image of Namie Station Area]

Namie Town has been promoting the Namie Station Area Development Project based on the "Namie Station Area Grand Design Basic Plan" formulated in March 2022, and has been proceeding with the development of Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, commercial and exchange facilities, public restrooms, and green spaces in the Namie Station area.

Construction contracts for these new constructions and developments were concluded between January and March 2024, and we are pleased to announce that the safety prayer ceremony and groundbreaking ceremony will be held as detailed below.

We kindly request your coverage and wide dissemination of this information.

1. Overview

[Date and Time] Sunday, June 21, 2024 (Reiwa 8)

・Safety Prayer Ceremony: 9:30 AM - 10:20 AM (scheduled)

・Groundbreaking Ceremony: 10:30 AM - 11:35 AM (scheduled)

*Media interviews (with the Mayor and Kengo Kuma) will be held at the same venue after the groundbreaking ceremony.

[Location] Within the site of the new construction of commercial and exchange facilities, etc., for the Namie Station Area Development Project

(Vicinity of Shimoyanagimachi, Gongen-do, Namie Town, Futaba District, Fukushima Prefecture)

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[Background] The following construction projects have had their contracts concluded.

・New construction of public restrooms, etc., in the Namie Station area

・Green space development project in the Namie Station area

・New construction of Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, etc. (Gongen-do Housing Complex)

・New construction of commercial and exchange facilities, etc., in the Namie Station area

2. Regarding Media Coverage

・If you plan to attend for coverage, please contact the inquiry contact below in advance.

・When attending for coverage, please submit one business card at the venue reception.

・Please wear an armband with your company name during coverage.

・Image perspectives of the Namie Station Area Development Project, etc., will be provided on CD (one per company) at the reception.

[Inquiries]

Namie Town Hall, Urban Redevelopment Division, Development Section Phone: 0240-23-6926 Email: [email protected]

[Related Videos]

YouTube Namie Channel [Official Fukushima Prefecture Namie Town]

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the Namie Station Area Development Project?

The project aims to revitalize the area around Namie Station and promote attractive community development by establishing Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, commercial and exchange facilities, and green spaces, as part of recovery efforts from the Great East Japan Earthquake.

When will the safety prayer ceremony and groundbreaking ceremony be held?

They will be held on Sunday, June 21, 2036. The safety prayer ceremony is scheduled from 9:30 AM, and the groundbreaking ceremony from 10:30 AM.

What kind of facilities will be developed?

Facilities planned for development include Fukushima Reconstruction Rental Housing, commercial facilities, exchange facilities, public restrooms, and green spaces.

What is the background of this project?

It is being promoted based on the "Namie Station Area Grand Design Basic Plan" formulated in March 2022, aiming for recovery from the earthquake and regional revitalization.

Is media coverage possible?

Yes, interviews with the Mayor and Kengo Kuma are scheduled after the groundbreaking ceremony. Advance contact is required.

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