Copyright: e-design lab, the University of Osaka

Description:

A new style of community-building by G-PROJECT Inc. ,with the combined
efforts of Shiga Prefecture (whose government puts an emphasis on
humans, nature and creativity), Omihachiman City (which aims to protect
its environment and culture), and other local organizations. The
Kobunaki Ecovillage expects to have 372 households on 15 hectares of
land in 2010. One of the main features of this ecovillage is its
vegetable garden which is located on each house plot.

Related JFS article:
"Making Tomorrow Valuable - Kobunaki Ecovillage Project" (G-Project Co., Ltd.)

Location:
Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture

Category:
Community-building, Lifestyle

Actor:
NGO/Citizen, Local Government, Non-manufacturing industry

More info:
G-PROJECT Inc.
http://www.chikyunome.co.jp/en/

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