Key Facts
• Takaoka City initiated discussions for a new comprehensive plan on August 20, 2025.
• The plan will replace the current “Human Power” strategy, covering 2027–2037.
• 37 committee members, including experts and business leaders, participated in the first meeting.
• Yuichi Shioya, head of Takaoka Chamber of Commerce, was elected as chairman.
• Mayor Jo Demachi emphasized challenges like population decline and the need for collaboration.
• Discussions will focus on three subcommittees: “Future,” “Vibrancy,” and another unspecified.
• Topics include childcare, education, local industries, and tourism resource utilization.
• Public comments will be incorporated, with the basic framework finalized by March 2026.
• The full plan is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
Summary
Takaoka City in Toyama Prefecture has launched a new comprehensive plan to guide its governance for the next decade, starting in 2027. The plan, replacing the current “Human Power” strategy, aims to address challenges such as population decline while fostering a vibrant and collaborative community. During the first meeting on August 20, 2025, 37 committee members, including business leaders and academics, elected Yuichi Shioya as chairman. Mayor Jo Demachi highlighted the importance of exploring possibilities to create a brighter future for Takaoka. Discussions will be divided into three subcommittees focusing on childcare, education, local industries, and tourism. Public input will be sought, with the basic framework set to be finalized by March 2026 and the full plan completed by the end of 2026.
