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yPzSo far, we have been reviewing the history of Hokkaido. We are responsible to incorporate the wisdom of the past and must solve problems created since the 1970's in order to create the kind of society we wish to have. This is the underlying theme of this exhibition. In this room, some of the activities currently progressing in Hokkaido are exhibited as clues to address this issue. yQzHuman activities, mostly in the name of "development", have made a significant impact on the nature of Hokkaido, nevertheless, Hokkaido is still rich in nature that must be protected and passed on to the posterity. The nature of Hokkaido consists mainly of mountains and areas of marshland with their native fauna and flora.
yRzAlso, the culture and heritage that were born from everyday activities have to be allowed to develop and be passed on to the future generations, namely, the culture of the indiganous Ainu people, the cultures of immigrants from various provinces, art forms created in Hokkaido and cultural assets made as byproducts of industrial activities in Hokkaido. |
ySzIn order to improve the living conditions, ferther growth of the economy is sought after and many possibilities have to be exploited to the fullest, such as the use of so-called "clean" or "eco-friendry" energy, food production based on new technology, local industries that take advantage of the special environment Hokkaido offers, even the cold weather and the snow and ice plentiful in Hokkaido. Betterment of the transportation system and medical and cultural facilities also needs to be pursued.
yTz Introduction of what needs to be done in the near future and some enterprising activities to mold new societies contribute to make the visions of a better society more palpable. Some examples of such activities are the new breed of events planned and carried out in many local areas, international exchanges with neighboring countries, and a movement to recognize the Ainu as a separate ethnic group. |
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