Satoumi Movement

A traditional Japanese philosophical concept avoiding resource waste and cherishing all things. Emphasizes recycling, repair, and reuse. Recognized internationally as key to solving 21st-century environmental challenges. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) promoted 'mottainai' as a global movement. Represents quintessential Japanese environmental culture and resource consciousness.

Fisheries utilizing satoumi coastal zones where humans and sea coexist. Balancing environment and economy through seaweed bed conservation and shellfish farming. Like satoyama, aiming for sustainable use. Realizes regional fishery revitalization alongside biodiversity conservation, modernizing Japan's traditional relationship with the sea.

Conservation activities aiming human-nature coexistence in coastal zones. Like satoyama, seeks balance between biodiversity and fishing sustainability. Concrete activities include seaweed meadow restoration and oyster reef conservation. Fusion of regional economy and nature conservation. Marine ecosystem service maintenance is critical.

A program integrating fishery practices with ecosystem conservation in coastal areas such as Seto Inland Sea and Ariake Sea. It practices sustainable coastal resource management through seagrass restoration, shellfish aquaculture, and small-scale fishery activation. It aims to balance local fishers' economic interests with marine biodiversity protection.

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.

A national initiative to revitalize rural areas facing population decline and aging. Various measures including the hometown tax system, regional vitalization cooperators, and workations are being implemented. Community development leveraging unique local resources is advancing across the country.

A culture of multiple people sharing one residence. It has spread primarily among young people as a response to high urban housing costs, also functioning as a community-building space. Media exposure through shows like Terrace House has established it as a recognized new lifestyle.