The “Travel Quiz Meet®” is an innovative event that turns the necessity of manners education into an engaging and entertaining experience, suggesting iteself as an approach to addressing overtourism across Japan. This initiative...
On a tiny island off the coast of southern Oita Prefecture, a community-led initiative is demonstrating the profound impact of small-scale, integrated efforts in addressing complex social and environmental challenges. Fukashima, often referred to as...
On April 23, the streets of Tokyo’s Ginza district welcomed Kien latest store. The brand, originally hailing from Kyoto, has built its reputation on the principle of turning vintage kimonos into haute couture dresses that blend traditional...
OpenStreet Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Kintetsu Corporation, is set to roll out “HELLO CYCLING,” a bike-sharing service that promises more than just mobility. Launched on March 2024, this service places its first footsteps in the...
Tucked away in the lush expanse of Aso Kuju National Park, “Wenavillage Kuju Muroshuku Hatsuiboshi” offers a retreat for glamping—a term derived from “glamorous camping.” This trend caters to those seeking the solitude of...
In the shadow of Japan’s verdant landscapes, a silent crisis looms: fusarium wilt is devastating sweet potato crops in Kagoshima and Miyazaki, pivotal areas in the nation’s sweet potato production. The disease’s impact stretches...
A Kyoto-based ramen restaurant operator has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling the environmental issue of neglected bamboo forests in Kyoto Prefecture. The “Kyoto Bamboo Shoot Project,” centered around their chain...
Otomo Resort has announced the July 2024 opening of “7c villa & winery,” Japan’s first winery villa located in Fujikawaguchiko Town. This initiative will expand the region’s flourishing wine culture while generating local...
This Mother’s Day, why not trade urban noise for the tranquility of Kitamoto City? Just an hour north of Tokyo, NPO itsWellness’s exclusive one-day forest wellness escape, tailored specifically for city dwellers, offers more than just a breath...
Earlier this month, Tokyu Malls Development Corporation announced its participation in the innovative “FRY to FLY Project,” an initiative aiming to transform used cooking oil from commercial eateries into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)...