抄録
This article addresses the explanation of newly established Landscape Law, whichi was proclaimed on June 18th 2004. This is the first basic law on landscape in Japan. To promote the formation of beautiful landscapes in various areas where people live, this law provides the following:
The basic idea to create and preserve landscapes
Responsibilities of national citizens, businesses, and administration
A system to regulate actions for the formation of beautiful landscapes
Support measures for the formation of beautiful landscapes etc.
In addition, the enrichment of the related budget and tax-system helps this law to promote the formation of beautiful landscapes.
