Miyazu City is located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture, occupying the southeastern part of the Tango Peninsula, which juts out into the Sea of Japan, and is situated at the western end of Wakasa Bay.

Amanohashidate is one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. With its natural scenery of white sand and green pine trees, the sea, and surrounding mountains, Amanohashidate has been admired by many writers and artists, including Sesshu, a famous Zen monk and painter, and has moved many people through the ages.

Blessed with abundant nature and outstanding history and culture symbolized by Amanohashidate, the city is one of the leading tourist destinations in Japan, attracting approximately 3 million tourists a year from all over the country. In order to pass on the city’s abundant nature and outstanding history and culture in good shape to future generations, we are working to turn the area into a sustainable tourism region.

Among the Miyazu City’s efforts, the Miyazu City Ordinance was introduced on the Promotion of Recycling of Plastics and Other Resources, which came into effect on January 1, 2023.

The enforcement of the ordinance is just the start; from now on, a follow-up with these specific projects will be required. However, for now, this provides a guideline that will enable various stakeholders, including the tourism industry, to move forward in one direction.