Abstract
The aim of this research is to develop strategic programs for rice-terrace conservation. In this research we used the PCM (Project Cycle Management) Method, and selected K amikatsu-town's rice-terrace as our research field. Through the analysis on the results of the programs for rice-terrace conservation and the PCM from their characteristics and effectiveness, logical and effective rice-terrace conservation programs are obtained, and it is f ound that the PCM consists of “analytic work with scientific decision” and “selective work with strategic decision”. As a result, it is found that the PCM has integrated elements which are easy to understand on process of making an agreement
