Yokohama City Launches Second Phase of Crowdfunding-Style Donation Campaign for 'Itachigawa' River Celebrated by Poet Yoshida Kenkō
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Yokohama City's Naka Ward is launching a crowdfunding-style hometown tax donation campaign on July 3, 2026, to preserve the historic 'Itachigawa' river’s greenery and cherry blossom avenue for future generations. This second-phase initiative aims to raise 3 million JPY for tree conservation and new sakura plantings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Itachigawa hometown tax project?
- A: A crowdfunding-style donation campaign by Naka Ward to preserve the greenery and cherry trees of Itachigawa River for future generations.
- Q: When does the donation period end?
- A: The campaign runs from July 3 to September 30, 2026, for 90 days.
- Q: What benefits do donors receive?
- A: Donors of 10,000 JPY+ get listed on the ward website; 100,000 JPY+ get their name on a riverside plaque.
- Q: Are there thank-you gifts?
- A: Yes, including Tatchi-kun merchandise, Yokohama gourmet items, and accommodation vouchers.
- Q: What were the results in FY2025?
- A: Over 6.5 million JPY was raised from 229 donors, funding 18 new sakura trees and tree health assessments.