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Kitakyushu - the first Asian "Green Growth" Model City selected by OECD

OECD began working on a "Green City Program" in 2010. In an effort to promote GREEN growth around the world, OECD verifies the policies and achievements of model cities everywhere and compiles reports on them. The city of Kitakyushu was selected as one of the Model Cities, which include Paris (France), Chicago (USA), Stockholm (Sweden), and Kitakyushu (Japan). This was the first time that an Asian city was selected, and Kitakyushu has also been recognized as a leader in environmental protection in Japan.
Kitakyushu is an environmentally friendly city with advanced technologies. It has evolved into one of Japan's key industrial bases, and through its efforts to overcome the issues of pollution, has attracted worldwide attention as a city that succeeds in balancing environmental responsibility with economic development.

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OECD: "Green Growth" Model City – Kitakyushu. On July 28, 2011, OECD announced that Kitakyushu was selected as a "Green Growth" Model City due to its achievements in both economic development and environmental protection. Kitakyushu was the first Model City to be chosen in Asia and the fourth Model City in the world, following Paris, Chicago, and Stockholm.Yoshie NAKATANI, director of the Tokyo OECD Center, announced in a press conference that by executing a series of environmentally protective measures, Kitakyushu had not only succeeded in solving the problem of pollution, but also in establishing Wakamatsu-ku as an eco-friendly city. These measures can be equally applied throughout the world to effect environmental protection globally. Kenji Kitahashi, the mayor of Kitakyushu, stated that, "The praise from OECD will encourage Kitakyushu to develop faster and better" ... Detail

The City of Kitakyushu

2. Industries and TechnologiesEnvironmental Protection
  In the 1960s, with the rapid and prosperous development of the Japanese economy, Kitakyushu became one of the top four developed industrial areas in Japan. However, air and water pollution associated with this industrial development was prevalent in the city.
2. Geographical AdvantagesWith a population of approximately one million, Kitakyushu is an international metropolis located in the northernmost region of Kyushu, Japan. It is situated mid-way between Tokyo and Shanghai, which is also near several other countries. Located in a strategic position on the south side of the Kanmon Straits, Kitakyushu is an important transportation hub for traffic moving between Honshu and Kyushu.
2. Tourism and CultureAs the metropolitan center of Kitakyushu, Kokura has been famous for its outstanding castle architectural since the Edo period.
  The Kokura Castle was initially constructed by Hosokawa Tadaoki in 1602 (Keicho 7) ...
2. Human ResourceKitakyushu has a population of approximately one million. When totaling its inhabitants along with those from neighboring cities that are within commuting distance, the population estimate doubles to two million. In addition, there are about 8,000 people from other prefectures of Kyushu who travel to the Fukuokan prefecture. Hence, Kitakyushu is rich in human resources.
2. Logistics and Transportation NetworkKitakyushu is a hub of international ferry services which also offers an abundance of air transportation and a considerable rail transport network, all complemented with highways and surface streets.
  Air transport
  To Tokyo: 1.5 hours
2. Famous Enterprises in KitakyushuThe Shabondama Soap Group was founded in 1968, and has developed into one of the select few Japanese manufacturers specializing in producing natural soaps that are additive-free. Our non-additive soap products are popular in Shanghai, Taiwan, Korea and also in many other areas and countries. Visitors to our factory are welcome to watch the raw materials and production processes that we use to make our high quality, non-additive soaps.