ちょっと新しい"視点"で地方を救う | Akihisa NAGANO

Regional Revitalization Challenges - Over half of Japan's local governments face potential extinction by 2040 [1] - Japan's population is projected to decline by 9 million to 15 million by 2040, with an accelerating rate of decrease [1] - The concentration of agriculture in Tohoku, particularly in dairy farming, creates risks due to potential epidemics and climate change [1] Proposed Solutions for Economic Diversification - The proposal focuses on revitalizing Tohoku through agriculture and tourism [1] - The strategy involves creating high-value agricultural brands to offset high transportation costs, specifically focusing on Kanto Nishiki pumpkins and Safflower beef [1][2] - Safflower beef farming in Tohoku could yield an annual profit of 8 million JPY with a 70% profit margin, based on a hypothetical sheep farm model [2] - Kanto Nishiki pumpkin cultivation could generate an annual profit of 2680 million JPY with an 89% profit margin, based on a hypothetical Hokkaido fruit farm model [2] Tourism and Untouched Nature - The proposal suggests leveraging Tohoku's untouched natural environment for tourism, offering a contrast to information-saturated environments [3] - The concept involves glass-walled cottages in national parks, designed for minimal environmental impact and powered by renewable energy [3][4] - Integrating local Hokkaido cuisine with the natural experience is proposed to enhance the tourism offering [4]