The objective of this research is to propose a concept to alleviate the psychological burden of grieving families through the lens of landscape design. Research methodology includes a comprehensive, nationwide crematorium survey, landscape and architectural concept development, followed by an actual site design. Of note are a few highlights: 1. Leverage a mixture of exterior elements, such as the sky, in crematorium design. 2. Relieve the stress of grieving families through movements of people synchronized with sequencing of services, blending architectural and landscape design seamlessly along the way. 3. Alter the dark and gloomy perception of crematoriums by integrating new elements into the holistic design, such as blue sky and natural light. 4. Map the holistic design approach to crematorium customers' emotional journey, allowing them to mourn gracefully while safeguarding their loved one's soul to heaven.

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Quercus serrata die buck caused by Japanese oak wilt disease in Awaji island was first found in July 2018. We investigated the current distribution of mass mortality by this disease in Awaji island by road census and by drone aerial photographs. Q. serrata mass mortality was found only at northernmost part of Awaji island and the number of dead trees was estimated about 70 individuals.

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In the Gunge district of Awaji city, local residents have taken efforts to attract visitors of Izanagi shrine to Gunge shopping district. In this project, we paid attention to the Gunge River throw both areas, and designed a ecomuseum plan for cherry blossoms promenade using regional resources with local residents. As a result, we found out that there are three native landscapes in Gunge River. First is a historical landscape consisted of Izanagi shrine and related facility. Second is incense stick factory’s landscape. And last is fishing village landscape consisted of shopping district and fishing part. Based on that, we designed the maintenance plan and base facilities in each zone. And also, we repaired a garden in front of a store named “MURAKUSYU” at historical view zone to place for exchange as case study. we hope this project will be chance of vitalization for Gunge district.

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