Earlier this week Allbirds announced the world’s first net-zero carbon shoe, “M0.0NSHOT.” Allbirds made this breakthrough shoe with zero CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalents), compared to the industry average carbon footprint of 14kg...
HolyTech and Takumi-Taku, a group of Shizuoka University students, collaborated with Suruga Take Sensuji Zaiku, Shizuoka city’s national designated traditional craft of more than 180 years, to initiate a project that aims to revive traditional...
Located in Toyama City, Toton is a sustainable and circular economy-themed facility that incorporates local goods. It is located in an area called Monyamachi, where warehouses are lined up, about 12 minutes by car from Toyama Station. The facility...
North Japan Seifukou Co. Ltd., which sells agricultural materials in Iwate Prefecture, has announced a bag called “COME SACK” made from the fabric of rice bags. The fabric used in the COME SACK is a plain weave made of a lightweight...
Protein is one of the most essential nutrients for our bodies. When most people hear the word “protein,” they probably think of animal-derived products. This is because our modern diets heavily depend on animal-derived proteins like fish, red meat...
The night cherry blossom viewing event “NAKED Sakura no Shinjuku Gyoen 2023” will take place from 31 March to 23 April. It aims to provide a sustainable cherry blossom viewing experience that prioritizes nature and the environment. The event...
In recent years, the term “genderless” has become more common in everyday speech. It is frequently associated with fashion, yet it is also prevalent in other fields. Some argue that the term “genderless” is widely used for...
ANANAS COFFEE TOKYO, a vegan cafe with a concept of “a place where everyone is accepted and recognized,” have started to accepting reservations for a “Plant-based Picnic Plan” that users can enjoy without preparing anything...
Insect food is attracting more and more attention as a protein in the future that will mitigate the food crisis. While intrigued, some people may hesitate, thinking, “It’s a little scary to eat something I’ve never experienced...
HafH and Odaka Pioneer Village collaborated on a project to educate people on the current status and challenges of recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake. The third fieldwork was conducted in the area affected by the tsunami and participated...