This is the first article in a series that will introduce services available in Japan for people who enjoy diversity of expression, including gender diversity. It includes, but is not limited to, the LGBTQ community and their allies. As an example...
“Gender equality,” as stated in the SDGs, is to realize a society where each person is free to make choices regardless of gender. This trend has recently spilled over into the Japanese toy industry by introducing products that challenge gender...
In the past two years, COVID-19 has affected us, and the government has provided benefits to citizens in Japan. However, victims of domestic violence have been unable to receive these benefits due to the system. In many cases, the perpetrators have...
IPCC Sixth Assessment Report on climate change was released on Feb 28. Every five to six years, scientists recommended by governments evaluate the latest findings from scientific research on climate change and publish an assessment report. From this...
The basic concept of a Circular Economy is to maintain a supply chain that follows the cycle of 1) make → 2) use → 3) reuse/recycle. This principle has been applied in the use of renewable sources in the energy industry, and in the apparel industry...
The term “composting” is one that we are hearing more and more about these days. In fact, it is an important element of Japanese wisdom handed down from generation to generation, utilizing the action of microorganisms to ferment and...
Recently, many people look for sustainable and ethical fashions. Among the various sustainable fashion options, vegan fashion is becoming on-trend globally, and Japan is no exception. Some may think animal-free materials limit the design or quality...
In Japan, women still bear most of the burden of child care, which hinders the realization of gender equality. In the first place, both men and women can take child care leave in Japan legally. You can take a rest for childcare until the day before...
Sexual violence, including assault and rape, does happen in Japan. Japanese law places a high burden on the victim to demonstrate as proof that the sexual relations were not consensual and committed through assault, intimidation or force...
In an era of diversity of lifestyles, painting one’s nails is no longer a habit only for women. This change is taking place even in Japan, where a questionnaire by nail salon reservation app Nailbook shows that 40% of men who paint their nails have...