Earth Day 2024, which takes place on April 22 annually and globally, is fast approaching. It is the world’s largest gathering to address the health of our planet. Since its launch in 1970, one billion people from 192 countries have participated in...
If you head north from Tokyo for an hour on a bullet train, you will reach Nasushiobara. This area is a popular destination for alpine hiking in the summer, skiing in the winter and hot springs all year round. You can take a local bus from there for...
Today, Japan grapples with significant challenges, including a declining birthrate, an aging population, and a shrinking populace, particularly pronounced in local communities. As a remedy, policies are being advanced to foster local Zebra...
Spring represents a time of sprouting, and we can witness growth and transformation in many ways. Metabolism also starts to become more active in this transformational season. To ensure the internal system functions sufficiently, it’s...
The Local Vitalization Cooperator program, a Japanese community empowerment version of the Peace Corps, has deployed more than 6,500 paid volunteers from Hokkaido to Okinawa since it started in 2009. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and...
“Womanhood in Japan” series column rounds up Japanese news related to women’s daily experiences of sexism here and considers what we can do to increase the pace of change. In a new low, ruling party equates scantily clad women with diversity Japan’s...
Do you know about the Japanese roadside station “Michinoeki,” where drivers can rest while exploring local roads? Functioning effectively in various ways, Michinoeki provides numerous benefits beyond mere rest stops. They also help...
Last month, Kitakyushu Marathon featured official limited-edition T-shirts crafted from JEPLAN Corporation’s BLANK APPAREL™, an initiative that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This move underscores a growing trend in the...
When it comes to addressing environmental issues in the fashion industry, circular fashion is gaining considerable attention. Unlike the conventional practice of disposing of unwanted items, circular fashion aims to generate zero waste through...
The conversation around sustainability and biodiversity is growing bigger every year, and now a unique initiative in Japan is making significant strides towards these while simultaneously championing women’s empowerment. The “WOMEN FOR...