VOICED: Honeybees, rooftop rice keep biodiversity alive in Tokyo

In central Tokyo's Ginza district, locals engage in urban agriculture by cultivating rice on rooftops and harvesting honey from bees that travel across the city. These projects demonstrate that biodiversity can thrive in urban environments due to the absence of pesticides. The honey produced is used in local sweets and pastries, promoting urban biodiversity and offering a natural, safe product for consumption.

What is the unique aspect of rice cultivation in the Ginza district?

• It uses genetically modified seeds.

• It takes place on rooftops in an urban environment.

• It involves high-tech machinery.

• It is done in traditional rural fields.

Why are honey bees able to survive in the city of Tokyo?

• There are no pesticides in the city.

• They are kept in controlled environments.

• They are a special breed of urban bees.

• They are fed special nutrients.

What evidence is there of biodiversity being preserved in Tokyo?

• The growth of exotic plants in urban gardens.

• The introduction of new fish species in city rivers.

• The bees travel to the Imperial Palace park over a kilometer away.

• The presence of rare bird species.

How is the honey produced in Tokyo typically used?

• As a topping for sushi.

• In sweets and pastries sold in department stores.

• As a natural sweetener for beverages.

• In traditional Japanese tea ceremonies.

What is the planned honey harvest for Kenpachi this year?

• 100 liters

• 250 liters

• 500 liters

• 750 liters