noun
community development; local revitalization
Refers to activities aimed at improving a local area's social, economic, or cultural life, often involving residents' participation.
この町では、住民が中心となって地域づくりを進めている。
In this town, residents are taking the lead in community development.
地域づくりのための補助金が交付された。
A subsidy for local revitalization was granted.