Regarding the Conclusion of a Regional Partnership Agreement with Tako Town, Katori District, Chiba Prefecture
The Aeon One Percent Club has signed a regional partnership agreement with Tako Town, Katori District, Chiba Prefecture, to promote the creation of a 'new satoyama' for the sound development of youth and contribution to the local community.
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Our foundation has concluded a regional partnership agreement with Tako Town, Katori District, Chiba Prefecture, to work on creating a "new satoyama" with the aim of fostering the sound development of the next generation of youth and contributing to the development of the local community.
As part of our "Furusato Mirai Support" project, which aims to promote and pass on traditional culture and historical landscapes to future generations, our foundation has previously provided grants for Tako Town's traditional events, such as the Yasaka Shrine "Tako Gion Festival" and the Matsuzaki Shrine "Shinko-sai" held once every 60 years. With the conclusion of this regional partnership agreement, we will embark on creating a "new satoyama" that contributes to the sustainability of the local community. We will conduct experiential learning activities for children, such as observing living creatures and visiting development sites in the rich natural satoyama, and promote the creation of rice paddies in the valley wetlands, thereby contributing to the development of Tako Town.
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(1) Regarding satoyama regeneration within Tako Town
(2) Obtaining certification for the Minister's activity promotion plan based on Article 11 of the Act on the Promotion of Activities for Enhancing Biological Diversity in Regions (Act No. 18 of 2024)
(3) Regarding the utilization of satoyama resources and environmental education activities
(4) Other matters related to the revitalization of Tako Town
♢About Tako Town, Katori District, Chiba Prefecture
Tako Town, located on the eastern side of the Hokuso Plateau in Chiba Prefecture, has a population of approximately 13,000 people and an area of 72.80 square kilometers, making it the second largest town in the prefecture. Tako Town, which has prospered mainly through agriculture, attracts people engaged in various fields. The Kuriyama River, which flows through the center of the town, has extensive rice paddies along its basin and is known as a production area for "Tako Rice."
Aeon One Percent Club Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
The Aeon One Percent Club Public Interest Incorporated Foundation was established in 1990 with the aim of fulfilling social responsibility by putting into concrete action the Aeon Group's basic philosophy of "pursuing peace from the customer's perspective, respecting humanity, and contributing to local communities." For over 35 years since then, based on an amount equivalent to 1% of the profits generated from customers using the Aeon Group, we have been engaged in environmental and social contribution activities, with "fostering the sound development of youth," "promoting friendship with foreign countries," "contributing to the development of local communities," and "disaster recovery support" as our main business areas.
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FAQ
What is the main purpose of this agreement?
The main purpose is to foster the sound development of youth who will lead the next generation and contribute to the development of the local community, especially aiming for a sustainable local community through the creation of a 'new satoyama'.
What kind of area is Tako Town?
Tako Town is located on the eastern side of the Hokuso Plateau in Chiba Prefecture, with a population of approximately 13,000. It is an agricultural town known for its 'Tako Rice' production, with rice paddies spreading along the Kuriyama River basin.
What activities does the Aeon One Percent Club engage in?
Based on an amount equivalent to 1% of Aeon Group's profits, its main activities include fostering sound youth development, promoting friendship with foreign countries, contributing to the development of local communities, and disaster recovery support.