Relationship of the Actors in the Developing Process of the Local Characteristic Product: A Case of the Traditional Vegetable “Yuzaki Nebuka”

Abstract

In this study, we attempt to provide recommendations in terms of the methods of utilizing and conserving the local characteristic resources. We analyze the case of the traditional vegetable “Yuzaki Nebuka” that has been developed as a regional specialty product in the Nara Prefecture. This study aims to clarify the factors of the process of making the local products, which also exist in other areas, a specialty, and understand how the multiple actors in the developing process create relationships and work with each other. The results show that the number of actors increases, though the process and the necessary functions for development are assigned to the related actors effectively. We recommend the importance of appropriately establishing the area, the allocation model of profit, and utilization of resources in the area.