On New Year’s Day, a devastating earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, shattering the tranquility and well-wishes everyone typically associates with the start of a new year. Due to the series of earthquakes originating...
The most inspiring academic conference I’ve attended was the “Scientific Society for the Life Circling Town of Minami-Sanriku” in Miyagi Prefecture on November 23, 2023. I joined 120 participants, a mix of researchers from various...
Have you ever experienced the tranquility of forest bathing, or Shinrin-Yoku? This delightful practice involves immersing yourself in nature and engaging all your senses: from listening to the chirping of birds and absorbing the warmth of the sun...
Today, there is a wide selection of plant-derived meats globally as more individuals awaken to the importance of being kind to animals and Mother Earth, aiming for a sustainable society. Research in Japan indicates that 5.9% of respondents practice...
On the afternoon of 1 January 2024, the Noto Peninsula Earthquake struck the peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture with a magnitude of 7.6. A tsunami warning sounded across the western coasts of Japan, as the tsunami that followed hit the Noto Peninsula...
“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. Mayor apologizes for saying “women become women only after giving birth” The...
Satonoba University has announced the launch of two new educational programs: the “Gap Year Course” for college students and the “My Field Course” for adults, including those involved in regional revitalization initiatives...
How can technology transform and elevate the wellness of prenatal and postnatal women? Japan introduces pioneering femtech to revolutionize the wellness journey for prenatal and postnatal women, catering to their unique needs and challenges...
These are the top fashion & beauty articles for Zenbird in 2023! Fashion and beauty are really interested areas where we saw innovations and new efforts to make the industries more sustainable for a better world. 115 sustainable fashion brands...
Half the solution to the climate crisis lies with a circular economy, which encourages concepts like zero waste and reuse. Here are the top circular economy articles that grabbed your attention in 2023! How Japan approaches fashion, circular economy...