The regional economy has been exhausted due to the severe social conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the depreciation of the yen, leading to various efforts for the sustainable development of local communities. Among these efforts, sports have become increasingly important as an initiative that not only promotes regional economic development through event attractions and the invitation of professional sports but also has diverse ripple effects such as health promotion, education, and new business creation.
In this course, we will focus on regional development centered on sports. We will invite practitioners who are active in the field to deepen our understanding of the latest initiatives and explore concrete solutions to the challenges faced on-site through workshops. This approach aims to enhance the participants’ comprehension of each initiative.