Nagano Carbon-Neutral Forestry and Forest Management Strategy

A forest regeneration model integrating traditional woodcraft with forestry in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture. It establishes sustainable timber sourcing criteria with complete material traceability assurance. By fusing forest certification systems with regional industry promotion, it builds a Japanese manufacturing system meeting global sustainability standards.

Japan's unique forest management techniques and culture, with forests covering approximately 67% of its land. Sustainable forestry exemplified by Yoshino forestry has a history spanning centuries. Recently, integration with technology through smart forestry and biomass power generation is creating new value.

Forestry model that absorbs atmospheric CO2 through harvesting, processing, and utilization. Transforms wood into long-lasting products like timber buildings and food packaging that fix carbon long-term, creating value beyond traditional forestry. Evolves into a carbon credit industry leveraging Japan's extensive forest resources.

A movement promoting building construction that minimizes energy consumption and achieves net-zero annual energy balance through renewable energy. It integrates high-insulation standards, efficient HVAC systems, and solar power generation. It is expanding as a critical initiative for achieving carbon neutrality in the construction sector.

Nagano's forestry management review and carbon-neutral strategy. Through planned thinning, local wood utilization in construction, and comprehensive forest resource use, it achieves both economic independence for forestry and carbon-negative status. It represents a new forest management model through landowner-business collaboration.

A project transforming Komachi-cho, a historic streetscape in Ueda, Nagano, into a zero-waste tourism destination. It integrates reusable container systems for visitors, retail waste reduction, and regional circular economy building. Achieving compatibility between tourism and environmental responsibility, it demonstrates a new sustainable model for cultural tourism nationwide.

The practice of renovating traditional Japanese old houses for modern use. They are repurposed as cafes, accommodations, and offices, gaining attention as a means of regional revitalization. Techniques that blend the beauty of traditional architecture with modern comfort continue to evolve.