Abstract
In recent years, green spaces and open spaces have been needed in urban areas. It’s also becoming important to create and preserve privately owned green spaces and secure them as green spaces for residents. One of them is the “Citizen Green Space” (Shimin Ryokuchi), but the total number has decreased in recent years. This study aims to understand the actual operation of the Citizen Green Space system and to clarify the effects and challenges faced by local governments. From the survey, it was found that the current system is not being actively due to issues related to staffing and budget constraints. In addition, it was found that some local governments are operating more flexible systems that are easier to use than the current one by diversifying conditions such as the contract period.