Japan’s satoyama regions are a world of beautiful coexistence between people and nature. They are said to surpass natural wilderness in terms of biodiversity. How did these regions come to exist in Japan, which since ancient times has been prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes and landslides? This documentary explores the secrets behind the satoyama regions’ existence. At a time when nature is making its fury felt due to global warming, this documentary thereby offers clues about ways in which people can build good relationships with it.


Credits
Director: Akihiko IDA
Country of Origin: Japan


Satoyama has been selected for the Wildscreen Official Selection 2022