We have mentioned various sustainable cosmetic and fashion brands from Japan on Zenbird. While some of these brands offer international shipping, most of them are limited to domestic shipping or accept payment with credit cards issued within Japan...
A small truck named COEXIST, run by 28-year-old Keita Sugawara, sells sustainable products made in Japan. He has built and mounted a wooden mobile shop on the back of a pickup truck, using timber from forest thinning in Tokyo, to showcase eco...
Food waste is something you can’t avoid every time you cook. How to deal with it is an issue, especially in the summer when odors and flies can be problematic. This is where food waste disposers come in, dealing with your food garbage...
Hydration is essential in the hot summer season, and water bottles are perfect for carrying water wherever you go. Not only is it convenient for travel, but it is also suitable for commuting to work or school. They save money because you don’t...
Japanese brand, Urushi no Hashi Juhachi Zen, offers 18 stylish lacquered chopstick designs, as the name “Juhachi (18)” suggests. In Japanese culture, the eighteenth position is typically the most prominent in a performance, implying a performer’s...
Most toothbrushes are made of plastic. They’re easily available at supermarkets so everybody uses them. But consider the amount of plastic waste they generate! We buy new toothbrushes on a regular basis, but what if we choose eco-friendly...
The menstrual period is a hassle for many women. We have previously introduced femtech brands that help make menstruation more comfortable and sustainable. Among them, period underwear is popular because it is environmentally friendly and costs less...
Himi, a small town in Toyama Prefecture along Sea of Japan is known for its 400-years-old fishing culture. Because of its abundance of fish, the locals call the region a “natural fish tank.” Particularly famous is its winter “buri...
Since Japan is an earthquake-prone country, preparing for disasters on a daily basis is something that every citizen is recommended to do. In Japan, September 1st is Disaster Prevention Day, which is observed to disseminate disaster prevention...
Spatial design brand parkERs’ original soil, parkERs soil, is a recipient of the 2020 Good Design Award. parkERs soil is upcycled potting soil made from the reuse of discarded raw materials. This sustainable soil is made of coconut fiber...