郊外住宅地における少子高齢化と購買行動―高崎市吉井町南陽台地区の事例―

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This study aims to examine the relationship between an aging society with a decreasing population and shopping behavior in a Takasaki City suburb based on a questionnaire survey. Due to an increase in elderly households, it has become difficult for many people to look after their aging parents. Going shopping has become particularly difficult for elderly people, especially in suburbs situated far from commercial facilities. As there is no public transportation, the only way to reach them is by car. Driving cars to supermarkets or convenience stores has led to a rise in the number of traffic accidents involving elderly people. It is, therefore, imperative that in the near future, elderly households are able to meet their daily shopping needs by walking instead of using cars. To create this walkable city, the government’s support is indispensable to relocate elderly households and provide the changes in lifestyle that a senior generation demands.