In recent years, the need for redevelopment in areas that have once been redeveloped has rapidly increased, and re-redevelopment is one of the methods. However, due to difficulties in enforcement requirements and other factors, only a small number of redevelopment projects have been implemented. The purpose of this study is to understand the Development Contents and the implementation process in the　districts where Re-redevelopment has been implemented. As a result, the following were identified (1) In these districts, urban functions are being renewed in a form that is not that of a high-volume building, through the revision of uses and the introduction of new public utility facilities. (2) In re-redevelopment, it is important not only to simply reconstruct facilities, but also to develop them on an appropriate scale according to regional characteristics and establish a continuous operation system. (3) For smooth implementation of re-redevelopment in the future, it is necessary to enhance support measures and improve laws.

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Japan's e-Sports facilities as a whole are used for a variety of purposes. In particular, e-Sports facilities for seniors are used for regional revitalization and intergenerational exchange. The main goal of this study is to consider how e-Sports facilities can be used to form a community for seniors and link it to regional revitalization. First, we conducted an urban planning analysis (zoning, accessibility, and mixed use) of e-Sports facilities across Japan to clarify the presence or absence of public-private partnerships, attributes, and usage characteristics of the facilities, as well as the characteristics of facility usage. Next, we identified the residential areas and attributes of users at an e-Sports facility for seniors located in Kobe City, and considered the characteristics and accessibility of the facility based on the distance, travel time, and means of transportation to the facility. Finally, we considered what kind of community formation exists among users of e-Sports facilities for seniors. Specifically, we investigated whether there are cases where users make new friends in addition to their original community.

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In this paper, we conducted basic research to verify whether a model in which participants experience an object, are stimulated in creativity, and then create an object can be established in response to one of the fundamental issues in urban development: the lack of successors to core members who are required to continue activities in a sustainable manner. As a result of the research, we concluded that experiencing an AR work may stimulate creativity by combining the AR work to create another work. In the future, we would like to improve the model and consider whether experiencing an object will stimulate motivation to create something.

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In recent years, a phenomenon known as Hollowed-out City has been occurring in existing urban areas, caused by the increase in vacant houses and lots. Simultaneously, the dense clustering of buildings is also problem. This study focuses on the site replotting-type land readjustment project as a countermeasure to this issue in Hojyozu District in Imizu City and Iizuka-Hommachi East District in Iizuka City. The objective is to clarify their implementation process of these projects from the planning phase to post-project land use. The findings indicate that in these two areas requiring urgent intervention, regulatory flexibility within the land readjustment system led to faster project completion. Additionally, combining the project with other initiatives and systems aimed to enhance effectiveness of these projects. On the other hand, there was a risk that difficult-to-use plots like small or irregular would remain underutilized in the long term.

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This study examines effective methods for visualising gender issues in public spaces. This paper focuses on gender equality in the use of public spaces. Based on previous research, we have identified that gender issues in actual urban spaces arise from the spatial nature of cities and the power structures of gender in society. On the other hand, global discussions have focused on the design of spaces, with little consideration of urban planning perspectives. The ‘Gendered Landscape’ initiative in Umeå, Sweden, discusses how gender issues manifest themselves in urban spaces. This approach is considered effective in visualizing power structures.

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This study aims to examine preservation policies for postwar urban development areas, focusing on the advanced efforts of the Netherlands to preserve and utilize its reconstruction heritage as a legacy for future generations. Reconstruction heritage is not frozen in time due to the absence of preservation obligations, allowing for redevelopment of the area. The absence of preservation obligations in postwar urban development areas can be seen as an advantage in reaching agreements with residents and businesses. Current preservation strategies focus solely on preserving the unique designs of buildings, without addressing the preservation of urban planning district structures or designs. Additionally, due to the difficulty in recognizing the heritage value of post-war urban development areas, efforts to raise awareness are necessary.

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This study focuses on the historical townscape preservation project Residence and Reborn in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and aims to clarify planning methods that simultaneously promote townscape preservation and the continuous mobilization and settlement of everyday activities. The findings indicate that, in historical townscape preservation efforts that involve attracting independent participants, planning methods need to be constructed through a dual approach: intervention, in which planners actively engage in preservation, and non-intervention, which allows participants freedom in their activities. Furthermore, to advance area-wide townscape preservation, it is suggested that the preservation area can be expanded while maintaining continuity by strategically arranging different types of activities—such as the expansion of preserved areas and the inheritance of preserved houses—based on past programs and participant activities.

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In recent years, the importance of town planning based on the “local context”, such as the history and living culture of the land, has been discussed, but the relationship between the transformation of a place into a tourist destination and the transformation of the local context has not been fully discussed. Therefore, this paper analyses the transformation of spatial functions (architectural form, layout and structure of actual space) and social functions (uses and uses of space) due to the transformation of the area into a tourist destination, targeting the Houen School District in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City. The results show that the spatial organization of the area is being qualitatively reconstructed in line with the transformation of the area into a tourist destination, as building forms are being updated and converted to tourism-related uses. It also shows that, while the historic landscape appears to be maintained externally, the reality is that inside it the functions of daily life are gradually being diluted.

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In this study, based on the comparison of town planning of six historical roads in Osaka Prefecture, the Hirakata-syuku was selected as the target area. In the Hirakata-syuku, the characteristics of buildings and the actual status of building restoration projects were clarified through analysis of related data and field surveys by cross tabulation. In addition, interviews with related departments of Hirakata City and residents were conducted to clarify the development process and the human network of activity entities, and to grasp the actual state of citizen-led town planning. Based on the above results, Hirakata-syuku could be shown as a pioneering case study that provides a clue to sustainable landscape planning. And we can expect various ripple effects on the region through the formation of a space with linear continuity and a community that is unique to the road.

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This study aims to clarify the actual conditions of preservation and utilization of residential buildings designated under the Historical Landscape Building System, as part of the Plans for the Maintenance and Improvement of Historic Landscape. From a nationwide survey of municipalities case studies were conducted in Shirakawa City and Murakami City, which have a large number of designated historical buildings that are open to public and are being utilized for residential purpose. The results revealed that most designated buildings are privately owned, and residential buildings tend to have lower rates of public access and utilization. Strengthening financial support was identified as a key factor in promoting their use. Public-private collaboration, flexible approaches to public opening, and the simplification of administrative procedures were found to be effective strategies. In particular, for residential buildings, reducing the burden of maintenance costs and improving awareness of the system are significant for sustainable preservation and utilization.

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The Important Cultural Landscape (TICL) system, introduced with the 2004 revision of the Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties, has a limitation: municipalities that are not landscape administration bodies cannot apply for designation, making it difficult to preserve some cultural landscapes. To complement this, Kyoto Prefecture established its own system, the Cultural Landscape of Kyoto Prefecture (CLKP). This study focuses on two of the ten CLKP sites, Muko City and Wazuka Town, to clarify the effects and challenges of the system, with an emphasis on the stakeholders responsible for landscape conservation. In both areas, continuous conservation activities are carried out through cooperation between residents and local governments. Positive effects such as regional branding and supplementation of the national system were identified. Especially in Wazuka Town, the CLKP designation triggered conservation efforts aimed at future selection under the TICL system, indicating that the CLKP system functions as a preparatory step toward national designation.

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In Japan, the aging of parks and financial constraints have prompted the introduction of various ways in the maintenance and management of parks. However, most of them are limited to large-scale parks, and their introduction has not progressed for small- and medium-scale parks. To cope with this situation, there is a method to collectively manage multiple parks by utilizing a designated administrator system. In this study, among the examples of collective management of parks, we focus on the cases of Nishi-Tokyo City and Hachioji City, where small- and medium-sized parks are collectively managed, to clarify the actual operation of the system, as well as the effects and challenges of its introduction. This revealed that small parks that were not expected to generate revenue are managed collectively along with parks that are more profitable. In addition, voluntary projects such as events contributed not only to revenue but also to improving the attractiveness of the parks.

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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.

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In recent years, urban river spaces have been increasingly utilized by incorporating private-sector initiatives, driven by a renewed recognition of their environmental value and rising demand for their use as public spaces. This study examines the areas surrounding the Kitajikken and Shiodome Rivers along the Sumida River in Tokyo, focusing on private-sector efforts utilizing the river occupancy permit system and the nature of the public-private partnerships that support them. In both case studies, a clear division of roles between public and private sectors was observed, alongside the development of area-wide urban design that extended beyond the officially designated occupancy zones. In addition, sustained collaboration with local residents through established consultation bodies contributed to maintaining the public interest in operations. However, challenges remain, including the high entry barriers posed by the need for strong public benefit and trustworthiness in order to obtain occupancy permits, as well as issues related to the implementation of the institutional framework.

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This study examines the planning and design of green spaces in station plazas for the “Renovation Kobe” project being promoted by Kobe City through analysis of planning and design characteristics. In terms of planning characteristics, it was found that the proportion of interaction space and walking space increased from the conventional composition of traffic space, and that a shift to a space for people is being attempted. In terms of design characteristics, the effects produced by the arrangement of physical elements centered on the planting design were shown. Appropriate planting design can strengthen the connection between the inside and outside of the station plaza, enhance the selectivity and accentuation to the space within the plaza, and color the space, thereby elevating the quality of the space.

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This study classified the city parks in Osaka City based on their physical environmental characteristics, and after selecting two parks from each type, I conducted a satisfaction survey for children in terms of play and safety to clarify the relationship between the spatial characteristics of the city parks and their satisfaction. In terms of spatial characteristics of future city parks that ensure play and safety, it is useful to “enhance children's play equipment,” “reduce the density of play equipment by securing the ground area,” “reduce the sense of enclosure based on the location of the park,” and “consider the number of rest facilities based on the location and usage of the park.

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This study aimed to clarify the use of activity permits in urban parks by identifying residents' awareness pathways for the system, key procedural barriers, and the mitigating effects of a workshop. A questionnaire survey was conducted with workshop participants to analyze these factors. The results show that awareness pathways are diverse and independent of personal attributes. ”Unclear procedures” was identified as the most significant psychological barrier, and the behavioral barriers, in descending order of significance, were ”forming an implementation team,” ”securing a location and materials,” and ”unclear permit standards.” Furthermore, this study showed that the workshop partially alleviated these burdens. This was achieved through direct dialogue with administrators and experienced individuals, as well as through collaborative work among participants.

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In recent years, Japan has been facing two critical social issues: the increasing number of elderly with dementia due to population aging, and the rapid rise in vacant houses. This study focuses on initiatives that address both policy challenges by repurposing vacant houses into care facilities for elderly people with dementia. Three types of facilities for elderly people with dementia—a cafe, a day-care service, and a group home— were analyzed in terms of their background of facility development, operational characteristics, and relationships with local communities. The findings suggest that utilizing vacant houses can contribute to dementia care by reducing initial costs, offering a familiar, home-like environment, and promoting interaction with local residents. However, operational challenges remain due to low profitability caused by building constraints and other limitations. Financial support is essential to promote the welfare-oriented reuse of vacant houses.

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In recent years, the increase in idle real estate in local cities has become an issue in Japan due to the declining birthrate and aging population. Against this backdrop, the concept of 「renovation town planning」 in which idle real estate is utilized through renovation methods to revitalize central city areas, is spreading throughout Japan. In addition, the existence of 「housekeeper organizations」 which are private organizations, is attracting attention as an entity that promotes this concept. The purpose of this study is to clarify the actual state of housekeeper organizations and the elements necessary for renovated town planning, and to provide suggestions for the promotion of the utilization of idle real estate through the increase in the number of private organizations.

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In this study, we conducted a nationwide case study and a survey of real estate registries and interviews with the aim of clarifying the process by which abandoned buildings have been increasing in recent years. In particular, we traced the owners of 14 hotels and other properties concentrated in the Chubu region and analyzed registration information to clarify the factors leading to abandonment, such as bankruptcy, foreclosure, and owner absence. In addition, we clarified the circumstances that led to the acquisition and demolition by the government in Case 1. We also clarified the challenges in demolition, such as the presence of asbestos and increased costs in Case 1 and Case 8, and that the cost burden and difficulties in making decisions were major barriers for the owners.

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The vacant house problem is becoming more serious across Japan, negatively impacting the living environment of local residents. In Wakayama Prefecture, the vacant house rate significantly exceeds the national average, making it a particularly severe issue. It's thought that many of these vacant houses are difficult to distribute through existing vacant house banks or real estate agents. This research focuses on the vacant house problem in Wakayama Prefecture and investigates the effectiveness of Models for Transfer or Donations within the Community aimed at resolving issues with inadequately managed vacant houses. To verify the model's effectiveness, we conducted social experiments with this Models for Transfer or Donations within the Community in Wakayama City and Hashimoto City. As a result, we were able to find buyers even for vacant houses that were significantly leaning or suffering from rain leaks and poor management. The findings of this research not only demonstrate new possibilities for community-rooted vacant house countermeasures but also contribute to policy recommendations aimed at solving the nationwide vacant house problem.

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The purpose of this study is to clarify the process of constructing new government buildings in consideration of tsunami inundation and urban development after the construction of new government buildings in Kainan, Gobo, and Tanabe cities in Wakayama Prefecture, which are expected to be damaged by the giant Nankai Trough earthquake. The process of building new government buildings was clarified through interview surveys of each city, and the content of plans and other measures formulated by the administration for urban development after building new government buildings were ascertained through interview surveys and close reading of publicly available plans. As a result, the three municipalities with different patterns of new construction of government buildings showed differences in the planning methods, contents of the plans, and measures for the central city after the construction of new government buildings.

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In this study, in order to clarify the characteristics and factors of the content of disaster prevention guidelines in location normalization plans, this study organized and categorized the content of disaster prevention guidelines created by 291 municipalities in Japan and conducted interview surveys.As a result, it became clear that there were discrepancies in the status of disaster prevention guidelines. The factors contributing to this were found to be the circumstances surrounding the formulation of the guidelines, the influence of consultants and other contractors, the disaster risks faced by municipalities, urban characteristics and regional characteristics, and the approach to disaster prevention taken by each municipality. In addition, it became clear that the existence of separate plans at the prefectural and national levels, as well as differences in management, made it difficult to review and document the guidelines, resulting in difficulties in their creation.

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In 2022, the Cambodian government asked approximately 10,000 households living in the area surrounding the Angkor monuments to relocate outside of Angkor Archaeological Park to protect the Ankor ruins. The policy aimed at protecting the Angkor ruins has revealed issues such as how to deal with the problem of illegal settlements, post-relocation support policies, and infrastructure development. However, there are many unsolved questions regarding the housing type and changes in the living environment after relocation, focusing on people's lives. In this study, based on the results of a hearing survey, I compare the housing type and living environment before and after relocation, and clarify the current situation and challenges in Runta Ek Developing Area in Runta Ek Techo Sen City, how the resettlement area is affected by changes in life due to relocation.

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In this study, we investigated the actual situation of migration in urbanization control area of Kobe City through the case study of deregulation of development and migration policies in the city. As a result, it was found that deregulation of development has created the living environment for immigrants in line with the community development policies while preserving the rural environment. In this environment, ”hard support” by the government and ”soft support” by local residents are provided and Kobe City is focusing on soft support. A cycle is being formed in which the coordinator serves as an inquiry counter for immigration, and the entrepreneurship program has increased the number of small businesses in the community, resulting in an increase in the number of prospective immigrants. And the government supports this cycle by providing financial support and deregulation of the environment.

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This study examines the impact of JR West’s Predetermined-Section Season Ticket (“Kikkake Area Pass”) on the outing behavior of rental housing residents and their experiences in areas around train stations. The analysis indicates that the program encourages more frequent outings and a broader range of activities. It appears to foster the formation of new habits at specific stations, promotes walking in station vicinities and between stations, and facilitates social interactions through railway use, thus enriching daily life. While some participants supported continuing the service on a paid basis, concerns about cost-effectiveness were raised by those with infrequent usage. These findings suggest a more flexible system accommodating varying usage patterns and travel purposes.

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Looking at the trend in the number of households by distance from a station, the number of households is increasing in areas closer to stations. This shows that the population is concentrating in urban areas and urban areas are shrinking. In particular, the number of households with children is increasing in areas close to stations, indicating that they place importance on transportation convenience. Because housing prices are high in such areas, households with children are unable to secure the spacious homes they need to raise children, creating a vicious cycle of declining birthrates and decreasing housing area. To resolve this, it is necessary to supply spacious homes for households with children in areas close to stations. It is also important to promote urban development centered around stations, such as by developing facilities to make daily life more convenient.

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This study references the components of Quality of Life (QOL) during disasters developed by Inohara et al. and Park et al., which are based on Maslow’s hierarchy of human needs, as well as the classification of four “places of belonging” — encompassing both social and personal aspects — proposed by Ishimoto, which relate to life satisfaction. Using these frameworks, a questionnaire survey was conducted to examine lifestyle changes before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The collected data were analyzed and organized to assess fluctuations in QOL. Based on the findings, the study explores the key factors that could help maintain life satisfaction in the event of future disasters.

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This study examines 84 municipalities that had designated and publicly announced walkable urban areas as of December 2022. Correspondence analysis was applied to identify trends in regional issues, and a classification framework was developed based on the interpretation of three axes: [Direction of Living and Tourism], [Residential Density], and [Availability of Living Services]. Furthermore, k-means clustering analysis was conducted, categorizing the target areas into five clusters: Tourism Issues,　Urban Safety,　Consolidation of Living Functions, Population Issues, and Revitalization and Vibrancy. Particular attention was given to the unclear relationship between Consolidation of Living Functions and the Walkable Promotion Projects. Among the five cases in this category, three cities—Saitama, Numazu, and Sakurai—were selected for case analysis, as they exhibited pioneering initiatives and had publicly available post-evaluation reports. Through literature reviews and interviews, the study clarified their actual conditions and examined the potential for broader application.

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This study addresses transportation accessibility challenges on Port Island, amid concerns over declining population and urban density. The aim is to gain foundational insights for improving local mobility while considering sustainability and environmentally friendly transport options. A questionnaire survey was conducted to evaluate current conditions regarding accessibility, safety, and comfort within the island’s transportation systems. Findings indicate that perceptions of accessibility differ by user group, and overall, both safety and comfort levels are deteriorating. The study highlights that rather than expanding conventional public transportation, a more tailored approach is needed—one that enables individuals to travel at the right time and place, based on personal needs. These results suggest the introduction of flexible, demand-responsive personal mobility solutions may offer a more effective and sustainable transportation strategy for Port Island’s future.

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Kobe is a city surrounded by mountains and the sea and is a tourist city where you can feel the different cityscapes in each area. Although there are many tourist attractions, the unity and continuity of each area is low, and it can be said that the mobility of the city center is low. For this reason, Kobe City is also aiming to liven up the entire city center area. Therefore, I propose a new public transportation system called ”Zippar” as one of the means to improve mobility in Kobe.

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The City Convenience Increase Agreement, established in 2011, has promoted the maintenance and management of public spaces by private entities. However, in provincial cities, securing responsible parties for area-based management remains a challenge. This study focuses on Kosei Street in Okazaki City to clarify the advantages and challenges of re-delegating public space management and operation to third parties, such as roadside shops, by the agreement signatories. The identified advantages of such re-delegation include a reduction in the burden of daily public space maintenance and increased flexibility in how roadside shops utilize public spaces. Conversely, the challenges include addressing free-rider issues involving those who have not entered re-delegation contracts and establishing a sustainable medium- to long-term revenue structure for the maintenance and repair of City Convenience Increase facilities.

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Traditionally, the construction of public facilities has been carried out by the government, with no thought given to the involvement of citizens in this process. As a result, the relationship between citizens and the government through public spaces has become a separate relationship of complaints and complaint handling. Public spaces should essentially be a third place for citizens, and to achieve this, it is necessary to build a partnership between citizens and the government. In this study, we focus on Kisela Kawanishi Seseragi Park, where consistent citizen participation was introduced from the design stage to construction and post-completion, with the aim of fostering a sense of attachment to the park among the citizens. The study investigated changes in the awareness of participating citizens, and expressed the view that citizens participation would foster an attachment to public spaces.

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Recently, Japan has been in the midst of a declining birthrate, aging population, and population decline, which has led to the problem of community decline. In this study, we focus on the locations of danjiri communities in Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, and clarify their locational relationships and frequency of use. From there, we analyze the opinions of participants and citizens to clarify the ease of activities and recognition due to differences in the locational relationships of danjiri communities and their activity locations. The aim is to contribute to regional revitalization, regional community revitalization, and the inheritance of danjiri culture.

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The purpose of this paper is to explore how local residents and external resources can collaborate to promote traditional industries. The study was conducted by assessing the actual situation of the cultural tourism plan currently in place in the Tachikui district of Konda-cho, Tamba Sasayama City, Tamba, a Tamba pottery production area, and by referring to previous studies related to collaboration between external resources and the local community. As a result, it was found that although local residents had potential autonomy, measures for industrial development had stagnated due to municipal mergers. The study also found that the new perspectives and human linkages with external resources seen in recent years have triggered the advancement of traditional industrial community development projects that had long been in a state of stagnation.

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The Noto Peninsula Earthquake of 2024 caused tremendous damage to industries in the affected areas. Local industry is a valuable resource for the revitalization and development of a vibrant community, and is even more important in a municipality where government support is limited. In this study, we identified factors that contribute to the sustainability of the Taturuhama joinery industry, a traditional industry that is not designated by the national or prefectural government, and examined how its regional characteristics could contribute to the revitalization of the affected area. As a result, three factors were identified that contribute to the sustainability of the joinery industry in Taturuhama. It was also suggested that the way of revitalization supported by the sustainability factors of the industry leads to the development of local residents' sense of efficacy in the revitalization process.

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In recent years, the “problem of vulnerable shoppers” has become more serious, especially in rural areas of Japan. Accordingly, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has prepared the “Shopping Accessibility Aid Manual” and introduced advanced initiatives such as mobile grocery stores and food delivery services. However, there are no appropriate statistical models that can evaluate the demand for shopping support services and their social benefits. Consequently, it may be difficult for local governments to evaluate the need for shopping support services from the perspectives of both demand and social benefits. This study focused on mobile grocery stores as one of the shopping support services and aimed to quantitatively clarify (1) the determinants of the frequency of mobile grocery store shopping and (2) the impact of mobile grocery store shopping on social interaction in order to address these issues.

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As the decline of local communities becomes an issue, it is necessary to consider the participation in local communities of new residents as a result of the formation of compact cities. In this study, we conducted a literature review on the participation of new residents in the community. Past cases of urban development projects and whether or not they are mentioned in Location Normalization Plan (LNP) and other documents were investigated. The main findings of this study are as follows. 1) We confirmed the importance of triggers for participation, which consist of places and events, based on past cases. 2) As a result of an investigation to the LNP of the 28 municipalities in Kinki Region, no mention of community participation for new residents was found. 3) We showed that in the residence attraction area, it is necessary to promote the participation of new residents in the community based on past cases.

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In recent years, homogenization has become an issue in urban centers and commercial areas. In this context, the Ebisubashi-suji shopping street in the downtown area has been working to develop and pass on its charms. This study examines the historical evolution of the Ebisubashi-Suji Shopping street and its future prospects. As a result, the surrounding environment has changed drastically, many of the stores have been replaced, and the appearance of the area has changed, but the composition of business types has hardly changed. It is believed that the efforts to date have helped maintain the brand. As governance of the stores will become even more difficult in the future, it will be important to further build relationships with landlords.

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Human impressions of landscapes are considered to be influenced not only by the Green View Index (GVI), but also by the composition of greenery. While GVI can be automatically calculated using AI, green composition has been classified manually. In this study, we developed a model to automatically classify green composition using deep learning with two types of CNNs, VGG16 and ResNet50. The results showed that the model based on VGG16 achieved the highest classification accuracy. Additionally, to clarify the effects of GVI and green composition on human impressions, we conducted a visual evaluation experiment with human participants. The results showed that images with a GVI of 18% or more and greenery positioned in the center or on both sides of the image received higher evaluations. These findings provide fundamental insights for developing a green landscape evaluation system capable of estimating impressions based on image features.

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Castles are not only cultural heritage, but also symbols of the city, as Nishimura and others have pointed out. The existence of multiple values for castles, including cultural heritage and tourism, has led to management and maintenance problems due to value conflicts. The direction of these management and maintenance issues should be determined based on evaluations by the citizens, who are the sovereign owners and users of the castle. In this study, we conducted a questionnaire survey of Iga citizens to clarify the symbolism of Iga-Ueno Castle as perceived by the citizens of Iga, and compared it with previous studies to clarify the position of Iga-Ueno Castle for the general public.

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In recent years, the evaluation of historical landscapes has become important in order to create local appeal and affection. Until now, the general approach was to evaluate the historical value of the buildings themselves, but sometimes the spatial structure of a settlement itself can create a historical landscape. However, this spatial structure is easily lost due to reconstruction or legal regulations, and is a valuable element that cannot be reproduced. This study focuses on such historical landscapes as spatial structures and aims to compare how working adults and university students visiting from outside the region evaluate the landscape that we want to preserve in the old town of Kisabe in Katano City, an area where historical townscapes and valuable landscapes remain, such as the Kisabe Castle ruins and the Kitada family residence, and to clarify the appeal and characteristics that only outsiders can notice.

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In recent years, efforts to improve circulation have been made in central Osaka. However, the focus of these efforts has been mainly on main streets, and efforts for streets adjacent to main streets have been scarce. Therefore, this study analyzes the relationship between landscape elements and landscape impression evaluation, and clarifies the characteristics of the landscape formed by streets adjacent to main streets. The results of multiple regression analysis using the results of landscape impression ratings indicate that there is a clear trend in the relationship between landscape elements and landscape impression ratings on streets. In addition, five landscape patterns were extracted and their distribution was clarified. Based on these results, we proposed what kind of landscape improvement would be effective in the subject area.

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This study examined the evolution of the concept and plans related to the development of a recreational port (marina) in Ashiya City, and explored how the original intent of the plan has changed over time. As a result, it became clear that the marina development has been promoted not only for the promotion of marine recreation, but also for various other purposes, such as the promotion of international tourism, improvement of amenities, and business development. It was also found that the significance of marina development has been advocated in each of the international, regional, and local levels. It was concluded that the marina has played a role as a symbol of the International Cultural Residential City. On the other hand, it was pointed out that a common point from the initial planning to the current development was the intention to develop a marina complex that incorporates multi-functions.

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