The Problem and the Direction of the Rice Terrace Ownership System:

A Case Study at Asuka Village

Abstract

The rice terrace ownership system is being implemented in Asuka village, Nara prefecture. The aim of this study is to research the problem of this system and to consider the countermeasures by questionnaire survey. According to the survey, it becomes clear that they need participation of young people in the district and proficiency in farm work of owners. Instructors think that they can pay young people daily wages if young people participate the system though young people are not good at farm work. About proficiency of owners, difference is found between instructors and owners. It is necessary to develop the system with more communication.