In October 2020, Japan declared that it will become carbon neutral by 2050; and in April 2021, it announced that it will aim to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by fiscal year 2030 based on fiscal year 2013 levels, as well as continue in...
It is normal for many to feel anxiety and need support when trying to conceive. Of course, in Japan, we have apps for that! Introducing these fertility apps, which provide useful information to understanding our body condition to conceive, and also...
Japan takes another big step towards addressing waste in the fashion industry. Last week, eleven fashion and textile companies cofounded the “Japan Sustainable Fashion Alliance.” This alliance will look at its manufacturing processes, supply chains...
Pads and tampons have been the most standard menstrual supplies for many years. However, with the rise of the femtech industry, more comfortable, sustainable and reliable products are available for those who experience monthly periods. One example...
More than ten years have passed since the disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. It was triggered by a magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami, which killed nearly 20,000 people. The second-worst nuclear disaster in history caused...
The Plastic Resource Recycling Promotion Law was passed in Japan earlier in June to address the chronic plastic problem that faces the world today. The Japanese government plan to create a system that verifies the eco-friendliness of manufacturers’...
Forest decline is one of Japan’s prevalent environmental issues. One underlying cause is the country’s rise in unmanaged forests. This surge is caused by the decrease in demand for domestic wood, leading to a lack of adequate forest management. It...
Have you ever tried Japanese denim? Denim came to Japan from the U.S. in the 1900s, and domestic denim production started in Okayama prefecture in the 1960s. Today, Okayama and Hiroshima are known as the largest producers of Japanese denim, with...
Amid the global pandemic, Japanese carmaker Toyota is now allowing eligible official workers to work permanently from home. The policy is part of an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, as well as to accommodate employees who are caring for small...
Fighting climate change requires both drastic reform and individual action. We can do small things in our everyday lives such as avoiding disposable products and opting for reusable alternatives, including bottles and bags. However, consumers...