Analysis of Winter Recreation Demand for Outdoor City Recreation Planning in Cold and Snowy Region

Abstract

It is very important to participate in outdoor recreational activities to enjoy winter life in the northern region of Japan. This study attempts to analyze the demand for winter recreational activities to enable further planning to be undertaken. Results, based on the 1986 questionare survey carried out in Sapporo, showed that people who participated in outdoor active recreational activities (ie, skiing) were more satisfied than these did not partake in any such activities. The authors also pointed out the importance of planning for the aged.