The demand for domestic timber is increasing due to uncertainty regarding imported timber. However, Japan's self-sufficiency rate is still roughly 20%. After logging, many small-scale forest owners can not cover the cost of reforestation and the formation of a social system which utilizes forest resources sustainably has not progressed. To solve this issue, it is assumed that consolidation of management beyond the owned areas of the forest is necessary. Thus, it is vital to build a relationship of trust through communication between the forest owners and the forest association. Therefore, we collaborate with Hokkaido University of Education and carry out awareness-raising and support activities to mainly get local residents in Asahikawa city to consider forest management. Specifically, we proceed with the following:
(1) Interview survey on the relationship and history between residents' forest, which utilizes local studies, and creation of maps and reports
(2) Selection of key person for regional activities and support for forest experience activities
(3) Development and implementation of forest management consensus building system "Forest creation program through local study" by residents.