Protecting the ‘Forest’ of a Town that is 80% Mountain
Learning about the mountains we didn’t know. How they differ now from the past.
Cutting only as much wood as needed in the mountains, and then replanting. By utilizing the resources of the mountains and replenishing what is used, a balance has been maintained between human life and the mountain environment. Bringing the forest closer to an ideal state also leads to the creation of clean and delicious groundwater.
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From Tree to Product: The Journey of Wood
Artificial forests consist of relatively fast-growing coniferous trees such as cedar, cypress, larch, red pine, black pine, Yezo spruce, and Todomatsu, which are suitable for construction purposes. These forests are created by human hands for the production of timber resources. Planting was actively carried out from the post-World War II reconstruction period to the period […]
Kiidake/Small house made only of wood
A compact house made entirely of domestic timber, including Gifu Prefecture timber. Tiny houses with an area of 10 square meters or less can be built without applying for a building permit. It’s easier to relocate than a traditional house, so you can build a house just like owning a car. For example, a lifestyle […]
“Playing in a mountain village” using a small house as a base
How to spend your time in the mountain village While each one of them spends their time in this place as they like. Everyone gathers at the “small house” with the voice of “It’s a snack!” “Let’s start preparing dinner,” a voice says, and preparations for the fire begin. Would you like to spend some […]
Feel the “scent of the forest” and think about the future of the forest
Phytoncides Other plants do not grow well under walnut trees. Sunflowers and barley also grow by releasing substances from their roots that inhibit the growth of weeds. Not only that, but some have the power to kill tree disease fungi that wither leaves and damage tree trunks. Such substances are called phytoncides. Once a plant […]
Old road in the forest
A Journey Through History This initiative aims to provide an experience of the lives of people who have lived in the rich natural environment of Yaotsu and to deepen the connection with the natural surroundings. With the participation of local residents and volunteers from inside and outside Yaotsu, the goal is to develop new tourism […]