One Greenway

In short

One Greenway is a walking path that follows the ridge of the Tama Hills in Machida City. Originally constructed in 1943 during World War II to test tank performance, it is still known locally as the "Tank Road." After the war, its management was entrusted to Machida City in 1975, and it was developed as One Greenway. It is one of Machida City's cherry blossom viewing spots.

• ​A Winding Road​​: The twists and turns, along with the numerous ups and downs, still retain the appearance of its time as a tank testing route.
• ​Spring Cherry Blossoms and Summer Shade​​: Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, and the trees provide pleasant shade in summer.
• ​A Road for Relaxed Walking​​: Equipped with vehicle barriers, it allows for a leisurely stroll. Part of it passes through Tokyo Metropolitan Oyamadairi Park, where you can also experience the park's nature.

History and Highlights

​One Greenway (One Ryokudo)​ is a walking path running along the ridge of the Tama Hills in Machida City. A portion of it passes along the border with Hachioji City. Its origin lies in the "Tank Road" built in 1943 during World War II. It was used to test the performance of tanks manufactured at the Sagami Army Arsenal in Sagamihara. Koreans were mobilized for the construction work. The Imperial Japanese Army purchased about 8 km of land along the ridge, completing the test road at the end of that year. The tests conducted were said to have primarily involved the Type 97 Chi-Ha medium tank.

A small story has been passed down about the name "Tank Road." Before the tests, flyers were distributed and notices were posted to alert nearby residents. Because of this, residents learned of the test road's existence and, over time, reportedly came to call it the "Tank Road."

After the war, the road later came under the management of the Defense Agency. A movement seeking its return began around 1970, and in 1975, management was entrusted to Machida City. Afterwards, it was developed as One Greenway, and part of it runs through Tokyo Metropolitan Oyamadairi Park. Today, it is cherished by citizens as a walking trail and has become one of Machida City's cherry blossom spots.

Points for Viewing and Experiencing

• ​Remnants in the Road's Shape​​: The tank testing road was unpaved, full of curves, and had many ascents and descents following the ridge. These characteristics can still be observed today now that it is a greenway for walking. Information signboards erected in several places also convey the era when it was an army facility.
• ​Spring Blossoms and Summer Shade​​: Beautiful cherry blossoms bloom in spring, and comfortable tree shade is created in summer. One Greenway is also listed as a cherry blossom spot in Machida City's floral attractions guide.
• ​The Section in Oyamadairi Park​​: Within Tokyo Metropolitan Oyamadairi Park, One Greenway is one of the park's highlights. Because there are vehicle barriers along the path, you can stroll at a relaxed pace. Along One Greenway inside the park, there is also an observation plaza.

Tips for Walking

From the Machida Bus Center, take the bus bound for "Nozuta Shako via Municipal Indoor Pool" and get off at "One Greenway Iriguchi." Please note that the "Machi 26 bound for Nozuta Shako" via Negishi and Zushi does not go toward "One Greenway Iriguchi." When walking, paying attention to the curves and ups and downs of the path will allow you to sense what it was like during its days as a tank testing route. As part of One Greenway passes through Tokyo Metropolitan Oyamadairi Park, you can also encounter the nature of the park.