Zenbird Editorial TeamSanyo Paper released six designs of table mats made from recycled industrial paper. They collaborated with five groups of fashion designers and picture book authors to bring these upcycled table mats. Industrial grade crepe paper was used as the material, which has the strength and elasticity created by unique wrinkles and has a water resistance level that is rare for paper.
More on upcycling from Japan
- 2026-10-17: Upcycling retired cycling helmets into urban furniture for public use
- 2026-10-16: Surplus curry from industrial vats finds new life in Yamagata craft beer
- 2026-09-24: Wholesaler Ohsawaya uses AI to upcycle food waste into eco-friendly feed
- 2026-09-15: New circular economy project turns Kobe City forest debris into clothing
- 2026-09-11: Aeon reduces food loss with new upcycled snacks this month
