1. Name

Hikone Higashi High School

 

2. Country of Residence

Japan

 

3. Organization Name

HIKONE HIGASHI HIGH School, Shiga Prefecture

 

4. Name of Target Lake/Lake Information: The basic information of the lake.

The moat of Hikone Castle/Hikone castle is listed as a national treasure. In and around the moat, there are some animals.

 

5. Purpose of the Activity: Specific goals and objectives.

Blue green algae develop in the moat of Hikone Castle, which is causing bad smell and landscape problems. So, if we improve the water quality in the moat of tourism resources, it is expected that the number of tourists increase.

 

6. Activity Description: e.g., water quality testing, monitoring, cleanup efforts, environmental education.

Water quality test, we examined the plankton species present using a microscope.

 

7. Number of Participants: The number of youth involved

Two

 

8. Outcomes and Impact: Data or reports obtained as a result of the activity

It turns out that the water in the moat is in a state of eutrophication.  In addition, we identified the plankton which is known for causative species of blue green algae. From these results, it is suggested that the possibility of blue green algae’s development is high.

 

9. Sustainability and Future Outlook: funding sources and collaborating Organizations

We think it is necessary that setting up a motor to create water flow and use a water purifier to improve water quality.

 

10. Please share the link to the video introducing your activities.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIqrVZbSnPK/?igsh=MXBvZWI2dnl3ZHAyMg==