Local revitalization model based on soft systems methodology

Abstract

An aging society evidently has had an effect on the recent increase of abandoned farmland in Japan. Therefore, realizing local revitalization is of utmost importance. This study first examines the present situation of abandoned farmland in the Oga area. It then examines the cause-effect relationship and comes up with solutions based on Soft Systems Methodology. In particular, chain management of sightseeing resources by space and time, including experience-based sightseeing are extracted as one of the effective solutions. Moreover, the countermeasures already taken by the committee for the promotion of Oga east coast are also introduced from this perspective.