To live is to eat. To eat is to live. In modern society, opportunities to learn about the value of life are few and far between. How many of us really consider that the meat and fish we casually consume every day were once living beings? There are...
Enjoy lodging in a traditional temple and spend a luxurious time there. The time spent staying in a traditional building and experiencing Japanese culture is often more fulfilling than time spent in new tourist facilities. Hokoji Temple, the head...
Just like home, we spend much of our time at an office on a daily basis. The reduction of waste and other environmental considerations that come out of this process can only be achieved if the awareness and actions of the company and its employees...
Saunas have become popular in recent times. Saunas made of wood offer a soothing environment with a subtle aroma of trees. Such saunas not only heal people but also have the potential to positively impact the natural environment. Artistry Co. Ltd...
ADDress, a residential subscription service, has launched a new pricing plan starting last month, allowing members to enjoy multi-site living for as low as 9,800 yen per month. The plan is based on a flat rate system and is priced according to the...
Anadromous is a non-profit organization promoting exchange between urban areas and mountain regions. In November 2022, they opened Village Hinohara, a telework facility for members that utilizes a satellite office in Hinohara Village in Tokyo. Its...
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has created an English-language digital pamphlet entitled “EXPLORE DEEPER” that introduces sustainable travel experiences in Japan. The pamphlet introduces 50 sustainable facilities and...
Ever since the pandemic, people who go on workation have increased. Workation is a vacation style that allows you to work remotely while integrating elements of leisure. The good part about workation is that you can relax and be more productive at...
To tackle the problems of population imbalance and an increasing number of vacant homes, a new group has come together to promote long-stay tourism to old Japanese houses. The Kominka Tourism Promotion Council was established on July 9 by travel...