On April 23, six companies—Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company, Takenaka Corporation, Sankyo Tateyama, Shinwa, HARITA, and Hoei Metal—announced the launch of a demonstration project aimed at realising horizontal recycling of aluminium building...
Otetsutabi has signed a collaboration agreement with Yamanouchi Town in Nagano Prefecture to address labour shortages, foster “relationship populations,” and promote sustainable regional development. Yamanouchi Town, celebrated for...
UMITO Partners and the Kita-Rumoi Fisheries Cooperative Association Yagishiri Branch in Haboro Town, Hokkaido, have launched the Yagishiri UNI-MOBA Sustainable Fisheries Project in April 2025. This project seeks to enhance the quality of sea urchins...
Mountain Clean is a collaborative environmental initiative that unites Tokyu Resorts & Stay, Burton Japan, and Protect Our Winters Japan. After a successful campaign in 2024, the event will return on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, at five Tokyu Snow...
GotoForest! is a nationwide event in Japan held each year on 4 May, Greenery Day. It aims to provide an easy and welcoming opportunity for people to connect with forests. Greenery Day is a Japanese national holiday dedicated to fostering familiarity...
An operator of the used farm equipment retailer Nokigu-Ou is turning heads with an unusual attraction: an agricultural gacha. The aim is to use this agriculture vending machine as a tool to alleviate the problems of Japan’s declining agricultural...
Furano City in Hokkaido has launched its Workation Deployment Cost Subsidy programme for to attract remote workers, families, and entrepreneurs seeking immersive regional experiences. Running until March 2026, the subsidies offers financial support...
The Tokyo Circular Center, launched last week on 14 April by ECOMMIT Co., Ltd., marks a major step towards establishing urban infrastructure for a circular economy. As the company’s flagship facility in the heart of the Kanto region (east region of...
UNIQLO is celebrating Earth Day by launching a week-long campaign through its RE.UNIQLO STUDIO programme. Starting today, UNIQLO will be offering complimentary and discounted clothing repairs at 16 locations across Japan, encouraging customers to...
9KOS is a fragrance collection that blends sustainability with the natural and cultural richness of Kyushu. The brand is experienced in combining environmental responsibility and craftsmanship, rooting itself in the region’s landscapes and...