Omuta

Organized together with Volanty (VO) since 2001. VO has cooperated with local group which
maintains the forest and coordinates the bamboo lantern festival, which will be held in November. In
spite of the town’s wonderful local heritage and coal pit history, depopulation (especially of youth) is a
serious problem here similarly with many other parts of the country side in Japan. We aim to help with
nature conservation and prepare the festival, activate the area through workcamps.
W: We will work in the forests for maintenance by cutting bamboos. We can contribute to nature
conservation through global voluntary power. We will use these bamboos to make the lanterns of the
local festival. We might also do some other works in a community such as helping local farmers.
S: Effective cases of activated festival in each country. Bring some info..!
A: Local community center. SB! CV
L: Omuta city is located southern part of the Fukuoka prefecture. There is a legend concerning dragon in
Miike mountain nearby we'll stay.
T: Fukuoka (3 hours by express train. You need to arrive at Fukuoka airport by 10:00 on Aug. 22 and can
leave there after 15:00 on Sep. 5).
SR: Interest in environmental protection& local activation. Adaptability to enjoy a simple lifestyle!