１．Background of the Proposal

The Wakamatsu-Kita Coast is an area that combines industrial elements and natural scenery, with a scenic coastline facing the vast Hibikinada Sea, an offshore wind power generation facility that is attracting attention as a renewable energy source, and a spectacular spot for sunsets. This proposal proposes the development of a promenade to promote sustainable community development, tourism, and regional exchange by taking advantage of these regional characteristics.

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２．Purpose of the Wakamatsu North Coast Trail

– To create a public space where local residents and tourists can spend time with nature.

– To use the promenade as a landscape that attracts tourists.

– To enhance the economic ripple effect by making the area a tourist resource and improving the image of the area.

– Enhance its function as a place to promote the health of local residents and to facilitate interaction between the community.

– Increase interest in offshore wind power and eco-tourism to learn about coexistence with nature.

＜Aerial video of the Wakamatsu North Coastline＞

 

♦ Tourism Promotion and Community Revitalization

– Create a public space (coastline promenade) where local residents and tourists can enjoy the scenery of Hibikinada.

– Inviting visitors to a scenic route that takes advantage of the view of Hibikinada and offshore windmills

– Development of sunset spots that take advantage of the sunset view

– Installation of photo spots to attract visitors

– Enhancement of café facilities that attract young people

♦ Ripple effects on the local economy

– Improved accessibility to local restaurants, specialty products, and lodging facilities

– Organization of local events (marché, walking tournaments, etc.)

– Strengthening of the local brand and collaboration with nearby stores and tourist facilities

– Promoting new industrial tourism in conjunction with PR for offshore wind power generation and environmental education events

♦ Improvement of resident satisfaction

– An attractive coastline will be communicated domestically and internationally through SNS, increasing residents’ satisfaction and attachment to     the area.

– A well-maintained coastline will attract public attention and deter poaching and other crimes.

– Secure safety and security by installing nighttime lighting and security cameras.

♦ Use as a place for education and exchange

– Provide environmental and energy education using a boardwalk where visitors can see offshore wind turbines up close.

– Use as a place for environmental education about the sea and nature.

– Learn about the conservation of the fossil area and the global environment through visits to the fossil site (around the Misaki Lighthouse).

– Enhance environmental education and hands-on facilities, and make the site a center for field trips for elementary and junior high school     students.

– As a base for environmental education, install panels for learning about offshore wind power generation and the natural environment of the   region.

– Utilize the circulation of the coastal promenade and enhance its function as a place for local residents to interact and get in touch with each other.

♦ Contribution to health promotion and welfare

– Health promotion promenade” to encourage daily strolling and exercise as a health promotion area for citizens

– A seaside walking space where people can enjoy walking according to their physical fitness level

– A place for relaxation with the scent of the sea that contributes to “extending healthy life” expectancy.

– Functional enhancement as a place to promote the health of residents and tourists, build community attachment, and promote regional exchange.

♦ Environmental preservation

– Contribute to the prevention of coastal erosion and the preservation of ecosystems through the development and planting of coastal green belts

– Promoting environmental conservation activities with the participation of local residents, such as shoreline cleanup activities

– Creation of eco-tourism to learn about offshore wind power and coexistence with nature

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３．Seaside promenade case study

 

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４．Characteristics of the installation area and proposed concept

– A 5 km long promenade along the coastline from Waita Fishing Pier to Tomigahana Lighthouse.

– A seaside promenade designed in harmony with the landscape, utilizing natural materials.

– Information boards and interpretation panels installed for the North Coast Fossil Area, nearby historic sites, offshore wind power generation   facilities, etc.

– Observation deck (Sunset Point), simple resting space, and benches

– Maintenance of night lighting, etc. suitable for night views of the coastline

– Installation of cameras for crime prevention (anti-poaching)

 

<Concept>

Hibikinada Cissade Promenade (a path where wind and sunset, energy and life in Hibikinada are in harmony)

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５．Steps to realization

(1) Exchange of opinions with local residents and related parties, sharing of vision through workshops

(2) Selection of routes to be developed and schematic design (considering nature, safety, and views)

(3) Secure financial resources: Utilize subsidies (national, prefectural, and municipal), corporate sponsorship, and consider private investment   models

(4) Construction in phases: maintenance and operation starting from a model section →  evaluation and expansion