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How to feed a city

The Food Chain

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Urban Farming in Tokyo: A Sustainable Solution

This chapter explores the thriving urban farming scene in Tokyo, featuring an interview with a farmer in the heart of the city. It discusses the benefits of urban farming for education and environmental sustainability, while acknowledging its limitations in fully feeding a large city like Tokyo. The chapter also highlights the challenges faced by farmers in the face of rapid urbanization and the potential for vacant lots to be utilized for future cultivation.

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