Comparative study of preferences for eco-tours in Shiretoko between general public and visitors

A comparative study of eco-tour preferences in Shiretoko, Japanreveals distinct preferences between potential new visitors and repeaters. New visitors favor renowned destinations like Kamuiwakka, while repeaters prefer primitive settings such as Lake Rausu. Additionally, repeaters prioritize detailed guide explanations and smaller group sizes over other tour features. The study used choice experiments to analyze these preferences, providing insights for balancing nature conservation with local economic benefits through targeted eco-tour offerings.

KUBO, T., SHOJI, Y., & TSUGE, T. (2011). Comparative study of preferences for eco-tours in Shiretoko between general public and visitors. Journal of the Japanese Institute of Landscape Architecture, 74(5), 527–530. https://doi.org/10.5632/jila.74.527