Nishimeya Village in Aomori Prefecture is currently recruiting supporters for a project to restore and improve the walking trails that were destroyed by the heavy rain disaster in August.

Nishimeya Village is the least populated village in Aomori Prefecture and has the Shirakami Mountains, which was registered as a World Natural Heritage site in 1993. Torrential rain damage occurred in the facilities around the Shirakami-Sanchi Anmon and the entire promenade. Since next year, 2023, will mark the 30th anniversary of its registration as a World Heritage Site, early restoration is necessary.

For supporters, donations are solicited through government crowdfunding using the hometown tax system. We will also prepare a return gift.

Currently, more than 280 people have donated about 4.4 million yen to the target amount of 10 million yen. Mr. Takayuki Miura, the person in charge of the Nishimeya Village Industry Division, said, "The damage is unprecedented, and it is difficult to completely restore it with our village's budget. We ask for your cooperation in the restoration."

In return, Montbell's clear bottle with the design of "Nishi Kogin", which is said to have originated in Nishimeya Village, apples for gifts, and winery "Shirakami Winery" at the roadside station "Tsugaru Shirakami" in Nishimeya. Prepare a cider cider and a tissue box of "BUNACO". We also accept donations through hometown tax donations.

Mr. Miura said, "There are less than 10 days left until the deadline. With everyone's last help, I would like to be able to reach the milestone of the 30th anniversary."

The application deadline is December 31st.