When emergency food stock for disaster preparedness gets replaced, huge amounts of food waste becomes a dire challenge. However, the non-profit organisation Food Bank Aichi presents an outlet, providing a sustainable solution for companies and...
A vibrant array of vegetables, all uniform in size, shape, and colour, arranged neatly in the supermarket’s produce section. This is a familiar scene which we take for granted as we pick up our groceries. However, a harsh reality lies behind...
Suntory Holdings Limited has launched a new demonstration project to close the loop on food waste, converting food waste into organic fertiliser using earthworms. The project is located in the TOKYO TORCH district, a major urban development in...
Panasonic Corporation and the City of Yokohama have announced a collaborative project to test the effectiveness of an AI-powered refrigerator camera in reducing household food waste. The trial will run from October to November 2025 and involve 30...
A collaboration between a craft brewer and two major airport operators has launched a new low-malt beer at Haneda Airport, made by upcycling surplus bread crusts from sandwiches sold in the terminals. The second edition of “Bready to...
Just as cooking failures led to new discoveries, some Japanese dishes were born out of a “mottainai” awareness that reduces food loss. I’ll introduce some Japanese cuisines that are popular among the locals, yet their origins aren’t well known...
Spring is approaching, but chilly days still linger. As the cold weather continues, many people find comfort in a warm bath. For Japanese people, bathing is not just a way to unwind but also a cultural tradition for staying warm, as seen in hot...
Kuradashi Co., Ltd. (Kuradashi), a company actively tackling food loss and food waste in Japan, is taking bold steps to address food loss in the supply chain with its “Logistics Outsourcing Service.” Designed for businesses struggling...
Catering events often result in large amounts of food waste, with leftovers typically ending up in landfills, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and resource wastage. Mo:take CATERING has introduced a new catering plan that integrates...
A recent survey by Kuradashi highlights evolving consumer behavior amidst rising food prices and growing concerns about food waste. The results show a shift toward frugality, environmental awareness, and acceptance of imperfect products, revealing...