Kao Corporation, a leading manufacturer of consumer products, has unveiled a new roadmap that boldly commits to a circular economy with the goal of achieving “zero waste” by 2040, and even more ambitiously, “negative waste”...
Kuradashi, a Japanese social enterprise, has recently launched the “Seasonal Second-Grade Fruit Subscription Service.” The unique initiative allows subscribers to receive a monthly supply of delicious, seasonal fruits from Yamagata...
In a significant outreach effort, the Asia Community Center 21 (ACC21), a certified non-profit organization, has joined forces with the General Incorporated Association Asia Religious Leaders Peace Conference Tokyo (ACRP Tokyo). Together, they will...
The Certified NPO UN World Food Programme Association celebrated the 16th annual “WFP Walk the World” event in Yokohama’s Minato Mirai on Sunday, May 14. This year saw a significant increase in participation, with 3,728 individuals...
The LGBT-Ally Project, an initiative that unites Out Japan and ally companies with the goal of increasing ally support for the LGBTQ+ community, recently participated in two major Pride events — Kyoto Rainbow Pride Parade Festival on April 15 and...
Fermenstation, a research and development startup transforming what others see as waste into valuable resources, has introduced “Apple Sanitizer,” a sanitizer spray created through the fermentation of apple pulp left over from apple...
Fermenstation is making waves with its unique fermentation technology, aiming to build a society that regenerates and recirculates these precious resources. The company recently released its first-ever impact report, demonstrating its commitment to...
Harch Inc. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yu Kato), a company with the mission of “Publishing a better future” and managing Zenbird media, received the B Corporation™ Certification, an international certification given to companies with a high public...
In March, Dentsu Lab Tokyo’s groundbreaking project “Hugtics” made its debut at SXSW 2023. This initiative employs a vest-type hugging technology designed to bolster happiness and self-esteem, signaling a fresh approach to mental health...
Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland has teamed up with Awajishima Resort Inc.’s Zen Wellness Retreat, Zenbou Seinei, to offer a rejuvenating accommodation package. The retreat, which opened in April 2022 on Awaji Island, provides a day trip filled...