Shiori Onuki is working on a life plan—actually, on more than 136,000 of them. That’s roughly how many people regularly watch her YouTube channel on sex education, which she started with the aim of giving Japanese youth the information they...
Recycled clothing is made from regenerated materials that are produced by sorting and breaking down of waste materials. Sustainable fashion brands are making conscious efforts into fabric innovation to enhance their circular approaches to...
For the fashion industry, rebuilding a more sustainable business framework will be the key to success after emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. The global recession caused a sharp drop in both consumer demand and production. As a result...
Leather has been a staple in fashion for a long time. However, its negative impact on tannery workers’ health, animal welfare and the environment has received very little attention. Conscious designers like Stella McCartney have been flying the flag...
From January 6, Tokyo and its neighboring prefectures entered its second lockdown due to COVID-19. The lockdown announced on this occasion is somewhat “softer” compared to the earlier one and does not include the closure of schools. Even...
Tokyo is known for its bustling streets and traditional culture. One may think of famous sights such as Meiji Shrine and Tokyo Skytree as the city’s attractions. There are plenty of other lesser-known areas with their own unique history that...
Upcycling has been on the uptick in Japan over the past decade. Although Japan is focusing on this type of sustainable method, other countries worldwide are also getting in on the action. Many creators and companies are incorporating upcycling to...
On the sea banks west of the Eco-park Minamata, there lay a series of Jizo stone statues (a guardian deity that watches over children). They are all facing outwards towards the Yatsushiro Sea, which is also known as the Shiranui Sea. Each stone was...
Theatergoing or art appreciation is an essential element of life for many, regardless of whether we have difficulties, illnesses or not. They are also important for young children, as art experience is an essential part of aesthetic education and...
Firstly, be curious about the story behind the garment. Was your garment made in a factory that requires safe working conditions? Is your garment made with low-impact materials? Was it made in an energy-efficient way? If you can’t get enough...