Abstract
This paper explores the dynamics of policy making processes of the Natural Tourism Resource management focusing on the consensus building processes among various stakeholders introducing the Utilization Regulation Zone based on Natural Parks Law in Shiretoko-Goko lakes in Shiretoko National Park from a perspective of Adaptive Governance.From key informant interviews and the analysis of meeting minutes, the author discusses four main factors for the success; 1. sound relationship between the Park authority and land ownerships, 2. collaborative relationship between the authority and tourism industry for the need of safety control against brown bears, 3. the support of local conservation NGO and the historical background of local nature conservation, 4. adaptive governance in the consensus building process. The factors 1-3 are inherent in Shiretoko-goko lakes, however, the framework of comprehensive inclusion and stakeholders' efforts of mutual understanding is applicable to other regions.
