街(まち)づくり

まちづくり
noun
town planning, community development
1. town planning, community development, urban development
The process of planning and developing a town or community, encompassing both physical infrastructure and the social and cultural aspects of building a livable community. Often emphasizes citizen participation and grassroots involvement.
街(まち)づくりに参加(さんか)する。
To participate in community development.
住民(じゅうみん)が中心(ちゅうしん)となって街(まち)づくりを進(すす)めている。
The residents are taking the lead in community development.
この地域(ちいき)では歴史(れきし)を生(い)かした街(まち)づくりが行(おこな)われている。
In this area, community development that takes advantage of its history is being carried out.

Usage

街(まち)づくり is a broad concept that goes beyond simple urban planning (都市(とし)計画(けいかく)). It often implies community-driven efforts to create a better living environment, including revitalizing local economies, preserving cultural heritage, and improving public spaces. The word carries a grassroots, participatory nuance.

Common collocations

Related Words

Related: 都市計画(としけいかく) (urban planning)
general
Added 2026.2.28 10:46 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
14000/14151_machizukuri