An Analysis of the Effect of Social Entrepreneurial Tourism on Local Revitalisation

Hiroki Nakamura^*

Faculty of Commerce, Chuo University, Japan

*Corresponding Author : Hiroki Nakamura
Faculty of Commerce, Chuo University, Japan
E-mail: nakamura.h.ku@gmail.com

Received: May 08, 2017 Accepted: June 06, 2017 Published: June 12, 2017

Citation: Nakamura H (2017) An Analysis of the Effect of Social Entrepreneurial Tourism on Local Revitalisation. J Tourism Res Hospitality 6:2. doi: 10.4172/2324-8807.1000167

This study describes the characteristics and role of a walking tourism project, footpath tourism, in Japan. The role of this kind of project in revitalizing the local community is highlighted. Local residents involved in the active management of walking tourism may rediscover local attractions in the process. The author conducted simulations using a system dynamics model to visualize the project’s characteristics and its effects on the local area. The results of the analysis indicate that local community participation in such projects and local environmental conservation are indispensable for sustainable management.