Now that the Sobo, Katamuki, and Okue Biosphere Reserve is registered, we aim to firmly pass on the rich natural environment of this area to the next generation along with the activities of people who have helped in the development.

Basic policy 1Sustainable conservation of
precious ecosystems

(1) The enhancement of maintenance functions by promoting research
(2) The promotion of conservation activities led by residents

Basic policy 2Support for academic research
and research/training

(1) The promotion of research by building an academic research system
(2) The promotion of ESD in collaboration with the local community
(3) To be a model to contribute to solving domestic and overseas issues

Basic policy 3Sustainable development
coexisting with nature

(1) The regional development through sustainable utilization to meet the needs of the times
(2) Securing and nurturing leaders of the next generation

　At the Sobo, Katamuki, and Okue Biosphere Reserve, related organizations are working together to fully use the three functions along the lines with the basic policy above.