tsurugi town
Kiriu village in Tsurugi town
Blessings of the Steep Slope In Kiriu village in Tsurugi town, indigenous subsistence agriculture has been developed, featuring small-scale, multi-crop cultivation that maximizes the use of narrow fields on steep slopes. Biodiversity Despite its small size, the area supports rich biodiversity, with a high proportion of Indigenous plant species and several valuable animal species. Recycling-Oriented Agriculture Using Kaya Vegetables and fruits are grown in sloped fields, where kaya straw is ploughed into the soil to prevent soil erosion, enrich fertility, and control weed. Additionally, the creation of "koeguro", a symbol of Nishi Awa, has been ongoing for many years. Indigenous agricultural tools associated with local environments A varieties of farming […]
Sarukai village in Tsurugi town
To Support food supply and living In this sloping field, buckwheat is extensively cultivated. After harvest, most of it is processed into buckwheat rice, a local delicacy, that helps preserve the region’s traditional food culture. To protect traditions and nature In this field, the slope could reach 40 °. The “Tsuchi age” process, which uses Salae unique to the area, is routinely used to restore the soil lost due to erosion. This site also serves as a learning ground for SDGs education, both locally and beyond. Culture associated with the local environment This village is the only place, where traditional local agricultural festival Oinokosan is still observed. Landscape in harmony […]