Keio University

Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture: “Sustainable City Where All Citizens Can Experience Prosperity and Happiness”

May: Conducted a retreat workshop at Arsoa Goddess of the Forest, visited local businesses including Tennyo-san Forestry, and conducted field research in the Kiyosato area. Also held an exchange of views with representatives from Hokuto City’s Policy Secretary Department and Future Creation Division. November: Visited Hokuto City Hall and exchanged views with the director and staff of the Future Creation Division regarding transportation in Hokuto City. November: Based on feedback from the city hall, conducted field research on the means of transportation for tours of sake-producing areas and other tourist attractions. November: Conducted an internet survey on tourists’ transportation and mobility preferences, with Hokuto City as the proposed test area.

Applicable regions

Yamanashi Prefecture, Yamanashi Prefecture Hokuto City

Implementation period

July, 2024–

Community and Regional Affairs category

  • Advisory role for the authorities, etc.

Collaboration Agreement between Hokuto City and the System Design and Management Research Institute of the Graduate School of System Design and Management, Keio University.

Campus

Hiyoshi

Person in charge

Graduate School of System Design and Management

Inquiries

yamagata.yoshiki@keio.jp

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