3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
[MZZ43-P01] Some issues related to geosites and geotourism in Tokachidake Geopark
Keywords:Tokachidake Geopark, Geosites, Geotourism, Volcanological issues
Tokachidake Geopark, located in central Hokkaido, is one of the new Geoparks designated on January 28, 2022. It still faces many issues in promoting future activities. This presentation will discuss the future challenges of the Tokachidake Geopark in terms of academic issues and geotourism.
Tokachidake Geopark is home to an active volcano, Mt. Tokachidake, and the natural landscape, lifestyle, culture, and industry deeply related to volcanic activity are the distinctive features of the region. Its main theme is "The hills and volcanoes are interwoven with color," which is further divided into three individual stories: "The Roof of Hokkaido: A Tale of Mt. Tokachidake," "The Beautiful Hill Town and its Coexistence with the Volcanoes Born Out of the Surrounding Terrain," and "Developing this Northern Land Marked by the Traces of Volcanic Mudflow." To convey these themes and stories, 34 geo-sites, 2 ecological sites, 8 cultural sites, 9 view spots, and 3 base facilities have been designated.
However, there are not a sufficient number of sites to develop geotourism with regional characteristics, and conversely, there are several sites that are currently underutilized. Furthermore, new sites need to be designated in accordance with recent advances in volcanological and geological research.
Tokachidake Geopark is home to an active volcano, Mt. Tokachidake, and the natural landscape, lifestyle, culture, and industry deeply related to volcanic activity are the distinctive features of the region. Its main theme is "The hills and volcanoes are interwoven with color," which is further divided into three individual stories: "The Roof of Hokkaido: A Tale of Mt. Tokachidake," "The Beautiful Hill Town and its Coexistence with the Volcanoes Born Out of the Surrounding Terrain," and "Developing this Northern Land Marked by the Traces of Volcanic Mudflow." To convey these themes and stories, 34 geo-sites, 2 ecological sites, 8 cultural sites, 9 view spots, and 3 base facilities have been designated.
However, there are not a sufficient number of sites to develop geotourism with regional characteristics, and conversely, there are several sites that are currently underutilized. Furthermore, new sites need to be designated in accordance with recent advances in volcanological and geological research.