After moving back to Japan from the U.S., I have noticed a significantly wider variety of non-alcoholic drinks available here. My friends often opt for non-alcoholic beers and cocktails when they want to slow down their alcohol intake, and they...
On Saturday, May 11, Harch Inc., which operates Zenbird Media, will host an event in collaboration with mayunoWa, a cosmetics company, in Yokohama. This will be the first event held jointly by the two B Corps™. Its theme is “Skin Care and...
Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2024 is set to electrify Yoyogi Park Event Plaza from April 19 to April 21, with a lineup that promises to blend the celebratory spirit of pride with compelling live performances. This year marks a significant milestone as the...
Are you in the mood to celebrate Japanese heritage and sustainable living in the countryside? Kominka Japan is organizing Minka Summit 2024, the third annual event tailored for minka owners and enthusiasts seeking their dream folk houses. The summit...
Nakatoku Holdings, a waste management company with a 60-year legacy in Yamaguchi Prefecture, has unveiled “ACTA+”, an art project aimed at transforming the perception of waste through creativity. The initiative, which kicked off last...
We have mentioned various sustainable cosmetic and fashion brands from Japan on Zenbird. While some of these brands offer international shipping, most of them are limited to domestic shipping or accept payment with credit cards issued within Japan...
When considering sustainable travel, bicycle travel emerges as one of the most promising options. In Japan, tourism is experiencing a redefinition that leverages bicycles. The benefits of bicycle travel Research shows that travelers value their...
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...