Residents of Gojo, Nara Prefecture, are protesting against a large solar farm project. They feel betrayed because they thought the land would be used for disaster prevention, not solar panels. One resident, Kuniharu Tsujimoto, says, "We cannot accept 'megasolar' no matter what."

Governor Makoto Yamashita changed the plan after being elected, causing anger among locals. Japan wants more solar power to fight climate change, but many communities oppose these projects. They worry about environmental damage and ruined scenery.

Experts say better planning and communication with locals are needed. Some suggest using land like old farms or rooftops for solar panels to avoid conflicts.