Regions that are subject to monsoon seasons can see a wide range of effects, from a slightly higher rate of precipitation to torrential rainfalls, but places like Ishigaki not only see more rain, but also have to contend with heat and humidity, producing conditions that makes it a very poor place to try raising vegetables.

With the prospect of climate change, the Asian Monsoon PFS was established in 2016 to develop technology to counter the hot, soggy climate in a way that is effective at creating a stable local supply of vegetables economically. For proof of concept, Ishigaki Island was chosen because of its frequent monsoon squalls and frequent typhoons.