PLASTICITY has launched their latest series “Frame Shoulder Bag,” born out of discarded vinyl umbrellas. As urban landscapes across the globe become inundated with discarded vinyl umbrellas – notoriously difficult to recycle...
*This article contains affiliate links. As summer approaches, we are getting excited for outings and summer activities! That said, we are also concerned about the heat. Linen is durable, breathable and quick-drying fabric, making it perfect for hot...
*This article contains affiliate links. Are you fed up with getting soaked in the rain? Carrying an umbrella can be a hassle, and traditional rain gear often cramps your style. Japan has come up with stylish and environmentally-friendly solutions...
Are you familiar with the process of ‘kurozome’ for clothing? It is a sustainable service that revives garments that have become unwearable due to minor stains or color fading by dyeing them black. I experienced trying the kurozome...
With the comfortable spring season coming to an end, the rainy season is just around the corner. As this is a time when many people spend more time at home, it may be the perfect opportunity to enjoy some DIY. KAWAGUCHI Corporation has started...
In the last series of articles, I introduced the sustainability of Japanese fast fashion, focusing on Fast Retailing. On the other hand, in this series of articles, I introduce Japanese ethical fashion for men, choosing 3 brands you should check in...
Smiles Co. PASS THE BATON is set to make waves in the retail landscape as it brings the “KISARAZU CONCEPT STORE” to life. The store is scheduled to open its doors on June 8 under the aegis of Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. PASS THE BATON is...
The fashion industry faces various social challenges. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the fashion industry produces 20% of the world’s wastewater and is responsible for 8% of global greenhouse gas...
*This article contains affiliate links. Summer is just around the corner! Are you looking for a fashionable and sustainable pair of sunglasses for your summer outings? Consider the trending sustainable eyewear brands available in Japan. Get ready to...
Earlier this week, KDDI Corporation launched a unique metaverse exhibition featuring upcycled fashion works from Bunka Fashion College students. The exhibition, which will be held in the newly established SHIBUYA109 space within the “αU...