Japan National Trust


The Japan National Trust is an organization which works to preserve and protect the heritage of Japan.

History

In 1964, a newspaper article entitled "Destruction of the Nature" written by novelist Osaragi Jiro described the activity of British National Trust. A foundation, "Scenic Resources Preservation Foundation" was founded in 1968. It later changed its name to the "Japan National Trust".
The Japan National Trust has reciprocal visiting rights with National Trusts in other countries.