2017 Musashino City Overview

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In December 2013, Sakai Kodomoen opened as the first nintei-certified center for early childhood education and care in Musashino.Musashino Place opens: The composite facility combines the functions of a library, lifelong learning, residential and youth activity assistanceElevated structure between Mitaka and Kokubunji (December 2009): The issue of railroad crossings was eliminated in 13 locations within the cityNew Musashino Clean Center begins operating (2017): The facility boasts state-of-the-art incinerators and an exhaust gas treatment system. It is also a base for environmental study. Large rainwater reservoir tank is installed underground beneath Kitamachi Nursery School in March 2015Musashino Furusato History Museum opens (December 2014): The base for learning about local history passes on the city’s history to future generationsMusashino Civic Cultural Hall reopens after renovations in April 20172008-20132014-2017In 2009, construction on an elevated structure between Mitaka and Kokubunji on the JR Chuo Line was completed, solving the problem of railroad crossings. In 2011, Musashino Place, a new hub for civic activities, was created in Musashisakai. In the Kichijoji area, the commercial complex, Coppice Kichijoji opened. As improvements to facilities and urban infrastructure progressed, in 2013 the city population surpassed 140,000. Construction on the Musashisakai Station building was completed in 2014, and later work on the square in front of the North exit was also nished. Community development continues in the vicinity of Mitaka Station and Kichijoji Station that makes the most of area characteristics. Free stroller rental and the project to create an energetic gathering place began, and the center to promote gender equality has been established. Together with residents, the city continues community development that creates a city where everyone can live safely and conveniently.55