Chizu Town, Yazu District, borders Okayama Prefecture as well as Tottori Prefecture. It is surrounded by the Chugoku Mountains, with various rivers flowing through them. The entire town is covered in forest, and you can enjoy views of cherry blossoms, cedars, azaleas, and more throughout the year. In winter, you can also see the snow-capped mountains, making it a place rich in nature with a variety of scenery. Forestry is the industry that supports the economy. The cedar trees used are Chizu cedars, which are known nationwide. In fact, Chizu cedars were used to build the National College of Technology and trekking courses, and the spirit of local production and consumption is helping to revitalize the region.