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Navigating the Challenges of Urbanization: A Case Study of Tokyo’s Developmental Issues and Strategic Solutions
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Abstract
Tokyo, as a leading global metropolis, exemplifies the complex interplay between rapid urban expansion and associated challenges. This paper explores Tokyo's developmental issues since 1950, focusing on population density, land resource shortages, agricultural land decline, waste management, and disaster preparedness. Despite its status as Japan’s economic, cultural, and administrative center, Tokyo's limited land area and unique geographical constraints present significant hurdles. The study evaluates the city's responses to these challenges through urban planning and policy making, assessing both the effectiveness of existing solutions and areas for improvement. The paper highlights the need for a multifaceted approach involving strategic planning, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts to enhance Tokyo’s resilience and sustainability. While providing valuable insights into Tokyo’s urbanization challenges, the study acknowledges limitations such as inconsistent data availability and the difficulty in measuring policy impacts. Future research should include comparative studies with other global megacities to identify universal and unique urbanization challenges and investigate the long-term effects of specific policies and practices on urban sustainability and quality of life.
Keywords
Tokyo, Land resource shortages, Waste management, Disaster preparedness, Urban planning.
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Wu,S. (2024). Navigating the Challenges of Urbanization: A Case Study of Tokyo’s Developmental Issues and Strategic Solutions. Communications in Humanities Research,48,65-74.
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