Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine. Sustainable Tourism Developments in an Early Industrial Landscape

A sustainable tourism model for the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan, has emerged as a solution to accessibility challenges. The historic site, known for its early modern urban and mining landscapes, faced significant visitor influx post-inscription (2007), which strained its infrastructure due to limited access in a steep, forested valley. To address this, a green slow mobility initiative leveraging IoT technology was implemented under governmental grants, aiming to balance tourism growth with environmental sustainability and inclusive access for both visitors and locals.

Ugo, M. (2023). Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine. Sustainable Tourism Developments in an Early Industrial Landscape. Tourism Cases. https://doi.org/10.1079/tourism.2023.0007