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[215] Web-based survey report on "Machi no Ibasho: Third Place" of people living in multiple locations
Keywords:Living in multiple locations, Third place, Web-based survey
This study presented the results of a web-based survey on the actual situation of "Machi no Ibasho: Third Place" of people living in multiple locations. Although there is no standard definition of such a place in town, "Machi no Ibasho" is a place where people can spend their time as they wish, meeting and socializing with others. According to survey results, a slightly higher percentage of respondents indicated that they had a "Machi no Ibasho" in their main place of residence rather than their sub-residence. Alternatively, several respondents did not feel at home or have a sense of belongingness anywhere. Differences in reasons for visiting, frequency of visits, and average length of stay were identified between the main residence and the sub-residence.