In the winding alleys of Kyoto, the city’s spiritual soul fuses seamlessly with its bustling commerce, every corner an homage to an artful existence. But look closer, and you’ll find a constellation of cafes that invite you to not just...
Without going into details, recycling is taken very seriously in Japan. While different regions may have their own systems for recycling and varying levels of strictness, households and businesses are required to sort their waste and adhere to...
Japan, like many other countries, is actively engaged in searching for and developing alternatives to plastic to mitigate its environmental impact. Japan does have a number of alternatives to plastic as a material, and we list some of them here...
Traveling to Japan but concerned about creating waste? Here are three apps you’ll want to download or bookmark if you’re interested in zero waste! While language may be a barrier, Japan has a number of zero waste efforts. Some can be...
While putting in place a national policy against waste is an important role, Japan’s culture profoundly influences waste management and even waste prevention. These cultural values date back more than 1,000 years, as ancient Japan held deep...
Japan excels at recycling because various elements come together, fitting together like pieces of a puzzle. These elements encompass a national mandate, Japanese culture, and an effective waste management system. Japan enacted laws such as the Basic...
Ogawa Coffee is one of the pioneers who brought fair trade coffee to Japan. They began around 2004 when the term “fair trade” wasn’t even heard of among the Japanese population. Not only that, through their coffee, Ogawa Coffee has...
When discussing recycling, the understanding of recycling rates varies. A simpler definition might be the total recycled as a fraction of total waste generated (source). More extensive definitions arise from considering multiple aspects, such as the...
“Sustainable production of energy by plants!” Our first interaction with Green Display was learning about BOTANICAL LIGHT, a project aiming to produce light from plants sustainably! The idea itself was fresh and promising, catching our...
Suwa, in Nagano Prefecture, is a charming destination showcasing the craftsmanship of local artisans. From Mino-yaki pottery and Kiriko cut glass to tin crafts, the region’s traditional aesthetics come alive. Breathtaking scenery of Lake Suwa...