Abstract
In Japan, knowledge of factors in the social impacts produced by wind farms is not enough. This study conducted an interview survey for residents living near the coastal wind farm in the hilly area, and then analyzed how and why the perception/annoyance of noise and shadow flicker occur. As a result, it was clarified that the distance between wind turbines and residents was not a significant factor. On the other hand, a visual element, how they could see wind turbines, was a significant factor. In addition, followings were found: adverse impacts due to shadow flickers had greatly generated in the coastal area, the rate of annoyance became worse when residents recognize plural social impacts, and residents tended to evaluate scenery of turbines negative.
