Abstract
In this study, we examined the regional distribution of stay-type allotment gardens (known as kleingartens, KGs) and their stay facilities, particularly from the perspectives of the current state of vacant facilities and planning for further construction. The results were as follows: 1) A considerable number of KGs and stay facilities are located in Nagano and Hyogo Prefectures. In particular, several KGs with a lot of stay facilities were constructed in Nagano Prefecture at the early stage; this affects current situation. 2) There were 22 KGs with vacant facilities in the fiscal year 2011. However, we could not explain the situation of vacant facilities only on the basis of the location density of the KGs' stay facilities. 3) Two indices were introduced to evaluate the location density of the KGs' stay facilities: the number of facilities within a specific range and the sum total index of KGs' facilities used by every 1000 people aged approximately 60 years. Using the latter index, an example that examined further construction in Kyushu was presented.
