Enbara River, flowing through the northern part of Yamagata City in Gifu Prefecture, is known for its miraculous water quality. The beauty of the crystal-clear water gushing from the rocks attracts many visitors, and its transparent stream has...
Shibuya Fashion Week, which concluded Sunday in Tokyo, tackled a pressing issue facing the fashion industry: its role as one of the most resource-consuming industries worldwide. The 22nd edition of the event, known for its vibrant displays along...
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Environmental Public Service Corporation announced last Tuesday the launch of a second round of public applications for digital transformation (DX) projects aimed at supporting the circular economy...
Gamagori City in Aichi Prefecture, in partnership with Harch Inc. and Circle Economy, has launched a new dashboard to track progress in transitioning to a circular economy. The dashboard, called the “Gamagori Data Explorer,” aims to...
Araki Shokai Co., Ltd. is addressing Toyama Prefecture’s waste issues and environmental burden with the opening of ROKA STYLE, a retro warehouse in Takaoka City. This place aims to give discarded items a second life by restoring and reselling...
WWF Japan, in collaboration with Shiga Prefectural University, has launched a new initiative that turns returning a shopping basket into an opportunity to vote on sustainability efforts, a concept dubbed “Shopping Basket Voting.” This program, which...
These days, traveling is much more than checking popular destinations out, eating local food, and shopping for souvenirs. It has become about seeking contentment and happiness through self-discovery. Wellness tourism, which promotes health and well...
Mitsui Sumitomo Trust Bank and Harch Inc. have published a new guide aimed at helping municipalities transition to circular city models. The “Circular City Transition Guide,” released last week, explains how local governments can shift...
Asahi YOU.US, Ltd. has partnered with Kintobi Shiga, a milling and noodle manufacturing company based in Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, to develop a sustainable craft beer and a reusable cup called the “Forest Tumbler Wheat Bran.” The craft beer...
Japanese bedding company Yayoi Delight is transforming old cotton futons into sustainable products. The company is launching “Vintage Cotton,” a new material made from 40% recycled cotton and 60% organic cotton, aiming to address the...