Gateway to Sustainability in Japan

Tag - Circular Economy

Junkan Fes returns on November 12 to circulate fashion

Junkan Fes will return on November 12 at Umekoji Park’s Shichijo Entrance Plaza in Kyoto City. In event of rain, the event will postpone to December 16. Initiated in 2022, the fest brings together young individuals and industry players committed to...

Why is Japan so good at recycling?

Japan excels at recycling because various elements come together, fitting together like pieces of a puzzle. These elements encompass a national mandate, Japanese culture, and an effective waste management system. Japan enacted laws such as the Basic...

Is Japan a leader in recycling?

When discussing recycling, the understanding of recycling rates varies. A simpler definition might be the total recycled as a fraction of total waste generated (source). More extensive definitions arise from considering multiple aspects, such as the...