Study on the present condition of historical gardens and preservation of riverside area in Yanagawa [Fukuoka, Japan]
2009
Nagamatsu, Y.(Minami Kyushu Univ., Takanabe, Miyazaki (Japan)) | Hidaka, E.
In recent years, the gardens with rich local color are beginning to disappear as the living environment changes. This study is the survey on existing circumstance for the preservation of historical gardens scattered throughout Yanagawa, and of their owners' opinions. Those gardens have been changed or lost in 25 years from the time of the previous investigation in 1982. Among 24 gardens, those which have been lost partially or turned into the dry landscape yards were 21. The main reasons are redevelopment of residential sections, pollution of water, reduction of water supply, etc. In addition, because of residents' aging and absence, now there is less or no everyday care, and many gardens were found ruined. In pond-type gardens, shortage of water supply has worsened canal environment, and also has spoiled rows-of-houses town view. It became clear that the preservation of canals and the steady supply of water are future tasks.
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