A system has been introduced to increase citizens' awareness of these valuable buildings and gardens in order to aid in their preservation and maintenance for future generations.
One feature of this system allows people to voice their opinion about preserving these old structures and heightening their awareness of their historic value as part of the city's repository of architectural treasures.
On the website, "Buildings and Gardens to Preserve" is a list, recommended by citizens which is considered by a Review Board.
Every building and garden is valued. Those of special note have the mark
which will be considered for special support in the future.
We will continue listing more "The Color Scheme of Kyoto: its buildings
and gardens" from time to time.
How to use the website...
1. Main pages are LIST,MAP and IRODORI(Color
Scheme)
| (1) | LIST is shown as an administrative district and shows “Name,” “Photo,” and “Reason for Recommendation.” Click on “Photo,” and go to “Detailed Page,” of that site. |
| (2) | “Map” shows the map of Kyoto and each administrative district under “Detailed Map.” (Linked to “Map” and “Place name.”) A number has been assigned to each address and name site. Click on one and it will take to you the “Detailed Map.” |
| (3) | “Irodori,” the feature of the month, introduces that site. |
2. Other pages are listed as“Introduction of Institution,” “Application Method” and so on.
1. What does Color Scheme of Kyoto entail?
We collect the public's mail regarding buildings and gardens that are of historic and cultural value in order to preserve them. This system, started in Nov. of 2011, has gotten a number of recommendations that are being considered by the Review Board, after which, with the owner's consent, will be added to our list for public recognition.
By releasing these place names, we hope to encourage their preservation and raise awareness of their great value.
2. Kyoto's Color Scheme: Buildings and Gardens
※ Please Refer to the page of Building and Gardens coloring Kyoto Review Board (link to Review Board page)
3. About the selection for Kyoto's Color Scheme
Buildings and garden selected and approved with the owner's consent are announced.
[Selection]
| (1) | Presentation of a plaque made of Kitayama Cedar. (Link to Certificate of Selection page) |
| (2) | Measures necessary to preserve, inherit, and utilize the site is discussed with the owner. |
| (3) | The owner is not obligated to keep the property and may dispose of it when necessary. |
4. Kyoto's Color Scheme Approval rests on their high value along with the owner's consent
Out of selected ‘’Buildings and Gardens coloring Kyoto’’, we approve the ones with high value in particular, with owner’s consent.
[When approved]
| (1) | Presentation of a plaque of painted lacquer. ( Link to Nameplate of Approval page) |
| (2) | Special supportive measures for designation/registration and so on are based on the Cultural Assets Preservation Act and the Landscape law. |
| (3) | There is no obligation on the owner in case of the sale of the property or other restrictions that may occur in the future. |
| (Remarks) References regarding Cultural Assets For various institution details related to the landscape,
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