SSRScientific and Social Research2661-43322981-9946Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/ssr.v6i3.6436ArticleComparing the Cultural Landscapes of Japan and China: An Example of Preserved Food Production in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, and Sichuan Province, Chinahttps://artdesignp.com/journal/SSR/6/3/10.26689/ssr.v6i3.6436SunSuxueer,FujitaNaoko2024632024-03-29This study examines the development of cultural landscape research in Japan and China, focusing on the underrepresentation of studies addressing cultural landscapes associated with food production, which is particularly evident in China. Employing a case study methodology, this research investigates the production of pickles in Sichuan Province, China, and Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. This study elucidates the components and characteristics of cultural landscapes related to pickle production in these regions. It was found that residential and transportation conditions significantly influence the composition and landscape patterns of these cultural landscapes. The integration of food production practices with local dietary systems and community awareness is emphasized in this research. The findings offer insights and serve as a reference for understanding and preserving food production cultural landscapes in other countries and regions.

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