The international comparison of national spatial land use regulations holds significant theoretical and practical importance for sustainable development. The formation of national spatial land use structures is closely related to the demand for natural resources and the allocation and management of land under different socio-economic activities. Land use regulations aim to address conflicts in land use caused by various economic activities, including the spatial demand conflicts arising from such activities and the challenges posed by public fiscal requirements. To achieve a smart and sustainable national spatial land use structure, it is essential to utilize public instruments, including the formulation and implementation of laws, planning, and policies. Through international comparative perspectives, this book systematically examines land use zoning systems, regulatory policies, and implementation practices across selected countries and regions. By identifying similarities and differences in national land use regulation systems, the book provides valuable theoretical insights and practical references for improving spatial governance and optimizing national spatial land use regulatory frameworks.

Xiao Teng is an Associate Professor at Kanazawa University, Japan. Her research focuses on spatial planning, land use regulation, and sustainable urban development, with particular interests in national spatial governance and international comparative studies of land use policy. Her recent work also explores zero-carbon buildings, energy-efficient building systems, and the application of digital technologies in urban and architectural planning, including digital twin models and AI-assisted planning tools. She has published widely on spatial governance, smart cities, and sustainable development, and her research contributes to advancing integrated approaches to sustainable spatial and urban management.

Zhenjiang Shen is a Specially Appointed Professor at Kanazawa University, Japan, and Director of the International Joint Laboratory of Smart Habitat for Humanity at Fuzhou University, China. He is a Member of the Engineering Academy of Japan. His research focuses on national spatial planning systems, land use regulation, and sustainable urban development. His work emphasizes spatial governance, planning institutions, and international comparative studies of land use policy and planning systems. He has published extensively in the fields of urban planning, spatial management, and sustainable development, contributing significantly to the study of planning systems and spatial governance.