J-TOWN

Revitalizing a Town with Renewable Energy (Matsumae Town, Hokkaido)

Aired: Nov. 26, 2021

Wind power in the northern town of Matsumae, Hokkaido is bringing change to the locale. This segment features an initiative to revitalize the town through the development of renewable energy.

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Wind power generators in Matsumae Town, Hokkaido
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Nunome Kaita, in charge of renewable energy development in Matsumae Town
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Generating electricity using a bicycle
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The coastal town of Matsumae

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