Underground Farming: Transforming Tokyo's Financial District into an Oasis of Calm

The video explores an underground farm in a former bank vault beneath a skyscraper. This high-tech farm, managed by Persona, uses computer-controlled conditions to cultivate over 100 plant species, including strawberries and rice, without soil. Despite high costs, the project aims to train jobless individuals for agricultural careers and address Japan's low food self-sufficiency. The farm's controlled environment allows for year-round cultivation, potentially positioning agriculture as a growth industry in Japan, especially in urban areas where space is limited.

What is the primary purpose of the underground farm beneath the skyscraper?

• To serve as a storage facility for bank assets

• To offer a tourist attraction in the city

• To cultivate a variety of plant species in controlled conditions

• To provide a quiet space for relaxation

How are most plants grown in the underground farm?

• In traditional soil beds

• With natural sunlight and rainwater

• Using hydroponic systems with nutrient solutions

• In open-air greenhouses

What is the role of the agricultural staff agency Persona in the project?

• To fund the entire project

• To design the architectural layout of the farm

• To train jobless individuals for careers in agriculture

• To market the produce grown in the farm

What is one of the challenges faced by the underground farm in terms of market competition?

• Higher running costs compared to traditional farms

• Inability to produce organic crops

• Limited variety of plants that can be grown

• High transportation costs

Why might underground farming become more desirable in Japan?

• Because it is cheaper than traditional farming

• As a result of government subsidies

• Because of recent food scares and environmental concerns

• Due to the abundance of underground space