Sakae Public Works Office Reliable Walking Area

From the City of Yokohama, Road and Highway Bureau website

City of Yokohama, Road and Highway Bureau is promoting the creation of a community that is easy for everyone to use with peace of mind. As part of this effort, we are promoting the formation of a safe walking area.
City of Yokohama, Road and Highway Bureau "Anshin Walking Area" page (outside site)

In Japan, pedestrians and cyclists account for more than 40% of traffic fatalities in traffic accidents, which is a higher percentage than in Europe and the United States. In addition, about 60% of traffic accident fatalities while walking have been affected near their homes. Based on these circumstances, in order to ensure safe traffic for pedestrians and cyclists, 20 residential or commercial districts (796 locations nationwide) that require urgent measures are required to secure safe traffic for pedestrians and cyclists. Was designated as. In the safe walking area, while listening to the opinions of local residents, the Public Safety Commission and road managers work together to take comprehensive and comprehensive measures to prevent injuries and injuries, thereby preventing injuries and accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists.

In Sakae Ward, the area around Hongodai Station is designated, and Sakae police department, City of Yokohama, Road and Highway Bureau and Sakae Public Works Office cooperate in implementing various measures to prevent accidents.
Reliable walking area-around Hongodai Station (PDF: 363KB)