Welcome to the Rokuhara Neighborhood Association - About the Neighborhood Association

About the Neighborhood Association

Role of the Neighborhood Association

Throughout its long history, Kyoto has shaped a unique culture of urban living and preserved a rich tradition of local self-governance, fostering a spirit of mutual cooperation and support among its residents. Autonomous community organizations, such as neighborhood associations (chonaikai), are driven primarily by local residents who voluntarily engage in activities to improve their neighborhoods, serving as the foundation for strong community bonds.

A neighborhood association is a voluntary organization composed mainly of residents living in the same local area. Its primary roles are to deepen fellowship among neighbors and address community issues. Furthermore, because it operates as a self-governing body based on mutual discussion and enjoys the broad support of its residents, it also serves as a representative body for the local community. Through these functions, neighborhood associations play a vital role in maintaining and building a positive local community for everyone living in the area.

Neighborhood Association Organizational Chart

the Rokuhara Neighborhood Association
(School District / Jichikai / Gakku)
・Conducting community activities

Neighborhood Association (Chonaikai)
・Conducting community activitiess
・Participating in school district community activities
・Cooperating with various community organizations

Households
・Participating in neighborhood association and school district activities
・Contributing membership fees and assisting as officers

Community Organizations
・Conducting organization-specific activities

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