Abstract
This paper aims to clarify the characteristics of continuous use of local information infrastructure in depopulated area. The analysis is especially on the CATV system in depopulated areas (Kaso-CATV) by questionnaire survey and field survey. The findings are mainly as follows:1) Number of staff, superannuating system, and mannerism of TV program are indicated as the problem of Kaso-CATV. 2) The average number of additional system is 3.1, and 36 of 47 Kaso-CATV introduce no less than an additional system. 3) Kaso-CATV is classified into 4 types from the point of broadcasting programs, customer service, and fare. 4) A development process of additional system is classed in 7 patterns. 5) It is important that the autonomy get interest of inhabitants in order to utilize local information infrastructure. And it may contribute to the depopulation problems.
