The Satoyama and Satoumi of Noto have been designated as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS), where agriculture and culture have been passed down through generations in harmony with nature. However, this year, the region has suffered significant damage to its landscapes and livelihoods due to earthquakes and heavy rainfall. In this talk event, we will invite producers from Noto to discuss the current situation following the disasters and the future of recovery efforts.
We will welcome guest speakers Kenji Kamitani, who continues the traditional “Agehama salt-making” in Okunoto Salt Village (Suzu City), and Fumiko Tori, who runs the confectionery store Kagetsu, which utilizes local Noto ingredients to create Japanese sweets. They will share insights about the situation following the earthquake and heavy rains, their efforts for recovery, as well as their daily livelihoods and the charm of Noto. The discussion will be moderated by Sayako Koyama, a Research Associate at UNU-IAS OUIK, who will incorporate ideas about sustainable community development and the future of Noto.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 23, from 11am to 12pm
Venue: United Nations University Headquarters, 1st Floor Annex Terrace (150-8925 5-53-70 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Moderator: Sayako Koyama (Researcher Associate, United Nations University OUIK)
Guest Speakers: Kenji Kamitani (Okunoto Salt Village), Fumiko Tori (Kagetsu)
Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
If you wish to attend, please register here.
Registration Deadline Friday, November 22nd by 4PM
On November 23-24, many shops from Noto will be exhibiting at the United Nations University Farmers’ Market. We look forward to your visit!
