On average, Japanese women spend 4,576 yen a month on cosmetics, but a whopping 86.3% of users throw cosmetics away without using them up, according to a survey of 5,000 people by MÅNGATA Corp. The company also found that the top five domestic...
In the humble Japanese town of Onga, situated in the northern part of Fukuoka Prefecture, Boshimo Inc., the creator of the innovative maternal and child health app, “Boshimo,” is partnering with the town to launch a localized version of...
In recent years, more and more people have become interested in women’s wellness. Accordingly, femtech is becoming popular as a supporting tool to address physical and mental problems that women are facing. Although femtech generally refers to...
“Men work, women take care of the home.” In 2023, these words may evoke a strong sense of discomfort for many. According to a survey by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the amount of time fathers spend on childcare is...
Cherry blossom season is one of the most beloved times of year in Japan, drawing tourists from around the world to witness the breathtaking beauty of the Sakura trees in full bloom. However, in recent years, the timing and duration of cherry blossom...
“Beastars,” a Japanese manga series written by Paru Itagaki, may deserve your attention if you are looking for an outstanding work that provokes plenty of thoughts on social issues. The animation work is now available on the streaming service...
“Kodomo Takushoku” program embarks on a new challenge: crowdfunding through Furusato Tax donations. Kodomo Takushoku, a food delivery program for economically struggling households in Bunkyo Ward, hopes to raise the potential for a...
As the use of artificial intelligence expands worldwide, companies are increasingly using it to reduce food loss and waste in the supply chain. Japanese firms are applying the technology with the aim of cutting costs, and larger-scale joint public...
On March 21, environmental NGO Rainforest Action Network RAN initiated a petition urging Nissin Foods to address forest destruction, human rights violations, and illegal plantation development with a sense of urgency. The message is: “Nissin...
Beginning this month, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is set to launch a series of “HTT” advertisements, emphasizing the importance of energy conservation. Tokyo’s primary objectives encompass not only tackling the climate crisis...