Okada Ward, Fukushima Prefecture, once saw its population drop to zero following the 2011 nuclear disaster, local watchmaker Fukushima Watch Company is signaling the region’s return to life. The company announced last month the addition of three new...
As Japan faces the dual challenges of resource scarcity and a super-ageing society, the business landscape is shifting rapidly from mass consumption to circularity and social inclusion. On 1 December, Nikkei Cross Trend released its annual...
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto has announced that it will once again host its annual “Charity Breakfast” on 17 December, inviting guests to enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet in exchange for donating a Christmas gift for children in need across the...
The Council for Cultural Affairs has recommended that 18 civil engineering structures comprising the Sagano Scenic Railway be registered as Tangible Cultural Properties of Japan. Kameoka City announced the decision on 26 November, marking a...
ITOKI CORPORATION, the Japanese furniture manufacturer, has partnered with Kewpie Corporation to develop a novel tabletop material derived from upcycled eggshells, a major byproduct of the food producer’s operations. The material, which visually...
In November 2025, Better life with upcycle partnered with miel mie and released “Honey & Bread,” a craft beer made from surplus bread crusts and domestic honey that would otherwise have been discarded. The product upcycles two food loss streams...
JA Mitsui Leasing Group, denchi.ai Co., Ltd. and NIHON AUTO RECYCLE have begun full-scale operations of a new diagnostic and discharge service for end-of-life batteries from electric and hybrid vehicles. The service was officially launched on 17...
A staggering 30 million kimonos are estimated to lie dormant in Japanese households, trapped in a limbo between sentimental value and the practical burdens of maintenance. Craftsmanship Inc., a company based in Oita Prefecture, released new survey...
MiYO ORGANIC, a B-Corp Japanese lifestyle brand specialising in sustainable amenities, has announced the launch of eight new eco-friendly products designed for the hospitality sector. The expanded lineup aims to provide hotels with high-quality...
100BANCH, a experimentation district based in Shibuya, announced three of their latest initiatives selected for its 101st GARAGE Program. Commencing in December 2025, the new cohort addresses diverse social and environmental challenges, ranging from...