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This module examines agri-residential neighborhoods, common in suburban Tokyo. Urban farmlands offer economic, social, and environmental benefits. Using Nishitokyo City as a case, you will learn about land use patterns, planning systems, and efforts to conserve urban farmlands. Focus on how these mixed-use areas contribute to urban sustainability.

This module examines Asia's distinctive urban-rural landscapes, where agriculture mixes with residential areas. It challenges traditional urban planning that separates urban and rural zones. Using Tokyo as a case, you will analyze characteristics of mixed land use landscapes and their formation. Consider how these integrated approaches redefine urban development.

Cities are thriving hubs of agriculture, not just concrete. Urban agriculture offers many benefits for urban sustainability. This module examines the link between urban agriculture and local food systems, a practice thriving in Tokyo's urban-rural mixed areas. The first half covers background, concept, and local context. The second half features interviews with practitioners supporting local food systems. Focus on how urban agriculture contributes to sustainable cities.

This module focuses on urban agroforestry systems, integrating agriculture and forestry. It covers their historical background and contemporary significance. You will learn about conservation efforts and challenges faced by urban farmers in maintaining circular systems amidst urbanization. Understand how conserving these systems addresses global challenges like climate change and biodiversity.

This module examines how urban farms in large cities serve as social platforms for diverse communities. It includes interview clips from two innovative urban farms in Tokyo. Consider the social impact and community benefits of these urban spaces.

Previous modules focused on Tokyo's metropolitan development. This module shifts to smaller regional cities in Japan, which face urban problems like population decline. It presents the role of compact city policy and urban agriculture in creating sustainable urban forms, both economically and environmentally. Learn how these strategies apply to diverse urban contexts.

This module presents the Contemporary Garden City Concept from an Asian, specifically Japanese, perspective, highlighting sustainable urban planning potential. A comparison of land use in East Rutherford, Argenteuil, and Nerima illustrates urban-rural integration differences and global relevance. A panel discussion with experts from the UK, Italy, and Germany offers international perspectives on Japanese urban agriculture and its implications for the Garden City Concept. Consider the global applications of these ideas.

This module provides a space to reflect on the course content. Share your insights and discuss key takeaways with peers. Consider how the concepts apply to your own context.