A book selection service in Gifu City is collaborating with a local social welfare organisation to launch a unique product that combines literature, art, and social inclusion. The project is titled “Natsu no Hyaku” (Summer’s...
The d47 MUSEUM in Shibuya is exploring the evolution of Japanese design, focusing on how it has shifted from aesthetics to a tool for sustainable, long-lasting solutions. The “LONG LIFE DESIGN 4: Design Products 2025 – The Design of...
Fujifilm Business Innovation Corp. has announced it will establish a new remanufacturing facility in the Philippines to accelerate its circular economy initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region. The new Circular Manufacturing Centre (CMC), located...
The Norinchukin Bank and the Nature Conservation Society of Japan (NACS-J) announced on Monday a new partnership agreement aimed at advancing Nature Positive initiatives throughout Japan’s primary industries, including agriculture, forestry...
A community-led project in the historic Ryuo district of Ajimu is working to revitalise the former castle town, tackling rural decline by clearing invasive bamboo to restore the area’s cultural and natural landscape. It is being spearheaded by...
Harch Inc., a company focused on web media and circular economy support, launched a new bespoke information service this month to help businesses navigate the complexities of the global circular economy. The service, named “Circular...
Japan’s first in-ground traffic signal has been installed in the city of Moriguchi, Osaka, in a move to enhance pedestrian safety. The new system, which began operation in June, uses ground-level LED lights to alert people at crossings...
Hitoyoshi City in Kumamoto Prefecture has signed an agreement with the Japan Saiteki Eiyo Food Association to ensure a stable supply of nutritionally balanced meals for residents in the event of a disaster. The formal pact was signed at Hitoyoshi...
Japanese design-tech firm VUILD Inc. has received the iF Design Gold Award for its project, “The Learning Architecture for Learners.” The educational facility at Tokyo Gakugei University was one of only 75 gold winners selected from...
Construction firm AQ Group has affirmed its commitment to advancing a circular economy for timber by supporting the 75th National Arbor Day festival, held in Saitama Prefecture for the first time in 66 years. The company is championing the local...