Japan

Development and Research Trends of Noufuku-Renkei in Japan: From Employment Support for People with Disabilities to Broader Noufuku-Renkei

Eri NAKAMOTO
ABSTRACT This article reviews the development process and research trends of Noufuku-Renkei (agriculture–welfare collaboration) in Japan and discusses its prospects. We conducted a narrative review of academic publications, government reports, and other relevant material. The literature was...
Country: Japan Topic: Agricultural human resources development
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Who Is the Intended Customer? Institutional Design and Beef Export Competitiveness

Seiji Mitsuishi
ABSTRACT This brief explores an analytical lens to compare how beef export policies are designed under different market assumptions. The competitive advantage of beef exports depends largely on the underlying “design philosophy”, rather than on factors generally considered, such as quality,...
Country: Japan Topic: Trade liberalization and countermeasures
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Agriculture as Social Infrastructure in Aging Societies

Tsuyoshi Okamura, Chiaki Ura
ABSTRACT Rapid population aging, urbanization, and changes in family structure across Asia have reshaped social problems. Although earlier policies focused on alleviating material poverty, many Asian societies now face growing challenges related to social isolation, loneliness, and the care gap...
Country: Japan Topic: Rural developmentAgricultural human resources developmentFarmers' welfare and retirement system
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