Rokumei Coffee has developed a new packaging material made from spent coffee grounds, in partnership with local paper wholesaler Pepal Co., Ltd. The material is called Coffee Usuzumi Craft, and uses bio-carbonisation technology to transform coffee...
Taisei Rotec Corporation has successfully completed their demonstrated a circular model that addresses both regional waste and urban heat. The company tested CF Mix, an environmentally friendly pavement material made from unused resources such as...
Maeda Kosen Co., Ltd., a Japanese manufacturer of civil engineering materials, has launched “Ecosheep,” a new vegetation sheet designed to prevent soil erosion. The product is made entirely from natural animal and plant fibres, offering...
A new material made from bamboo-derived cellulose nanofiber (CNF) has been developed to produce plectrums for the Japanese koto, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional ivory. The product, developed by Sera Creations, will be showcased at...
Paper company Pepal has developed a new circular packaging material named Usumi Craft, set to release next month. The material combines biochar from unused resources with recycled cardboard, inspired by a 1,300-year-old recycled paper culture that...
Japanese paper company Pepal Co., Ltd. has developed “Pan no Kami” (Bread Paper), a sustainable paper made by upcycling flour and crumbs from sliced bread. The project was a joint effort with the major bakery firm Shikishima Baking Co...
GREEN FLAG Co., Ltd. revealed its Rebornfiber® Board, a recycled fiber felt designed to drive a circular economy for textiles. In partnership with Oki Circular Design Lab and wawawa LLC, the company’s project in Ama Town, Oki District, Shimane...
Japan, like many other countries, is actively engaged in searching for and developing alternatives to plastic to mitigate its environmental impact. Japan does have a number of alternatives to plastic as a material, and we list some of them here...
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...
Have you paid attention to the materials of your clothing and other fabric products? Choosing from sustainable brands is one good option when searching for eco-friendly fashion as a better option for the environment. However, knowing more about...