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CHAPTER 1. Towards the Enrichment of Culture
� 1 Increased Expectations for the Promotion of Culture, and Cultural Policy
1. Increased Expectations for the Promotion of Culture


It would not be an overstatement to say that all human beings share a basic desire to participate in the creation of culture and to find joy through living in a culturally rich environment. In Japan as well, the goal of leading a fruitful life with time for leisure and the richness that comes from intimate individual contact with culture is becoming increasingly important. The results of a 1979 survey done by the Prime Minister's Office indicated that the percentage of individuals desiring spiritual fulfillment surpassed the percentage of individuals desiring material wealth, with the former percentage increasing year by year (Chart 1-1-1). According to a survey done by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, one out of four adults surveyed was "very interested" in taking part in cultural activities or appreciating art and culture, while more than half of those surveyed indicated "somewhat interested" (Chart I-1-2).

Chart l-1-1 Spiritual Fulfillment or Material Wealth

Chart 1-1-2 Interest in Culture

Against the backdrop of people aspiring to spiritual fulfillment, society as a whole is expressing interest in cultural development as never before. This interest is being displayed not only on the part of those directly involved in the promotion of art and culture, but those in the private sector as well.


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