Kaya Wetlands

〜Creating an abundant environment where storks can live as well〜

In the Kaya Wetlands in Kaya, Toyooka City, a large-scale wetland restoration project is currently underway to restore the habitat for various creatures, such as those existing in the former wetlands around the Izushi River.

Further, discussions are being undertaken on national, municipal and regional levels not only to restore the former wetlands, but also to preserve the environment in the hopes of passing it on to the next generation. Specific plans are being created for wetland regeneration, including future maintenance and management. Efforts are being made to use local resources now and in the future, such as by entrusting substantive management such as weeding work to the local community. As a result of these efforts, the project is attracting interest as a place for CSR activities by private companies that support the wild stork reintroduction project, including the use of local elementary schools as an environmental learning venue.

In this restored wetland environment, a variety of flora and fauna, including fish and insects, can be observed among the abundant wetlands, and storks come flying down to land.