・First step of Expansion of Citizen Activities

As urbanization progressed in Moriyama, more and more places became brightly lit even at night, making it increasingly difficult for fireflies to live there, even as conservation activities progressed. Meanwhile, in 2006 (Heisei 18), the NPO Biwako Houjo-no-Sato accepted the position of designated manager to operate the museum and conduct firefly protection activities, which had previously been under the jurisdiction of the city.

  In cooperation with the NPO Biwako Houjo-no-Sato and Moriyama City, the museum will promote artificial breeding of fireflies, conduct flying surveys, and actively conduct educational programs through environmental education and conservation activities. Through the “Moriyama Firefly Park & Walk,” an environmentally friendly event, and various firefly projects, we aim to create a waterside environment, strengthen regional cooperation, and contribute to environmental education through school cooperation.