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The Hidden Crisis in Japan’s Forests: What Lies Beyond Pollen Allergies?

The Hidden Crisis in Japan’s Forests: What Lies Beyond Pollen Allergies?

Japan’s lush forests, covering 67% of its land, face neglect, primarily the post-war planted cedar and cypress forests. Almost 40% of Japan’s forests suffer from neglect due to dwindling domestic forestry industries and cheaper foreign timber imports. Neglected forests threaten ecological balance, leading to weakened root systems, landslides, and reduced […]