This study reveals the theoretical framework regarding view protection plan based on landscape ordinance, landscape plan and so on established by local governments in Japan for over the past 30 years. As the result of analysis on designation of a viewing place and identification of planning area, 81 plans are classified into 5 types.
To conclude, the processes toward the most effective type, which has the specific viewpoint and the management area, are indicated on the basis of the relationship with each type.
