Japan is experiencing an unexpected rice shortage driven by misguided agricultural policy, an influx of tourists and extreme weather. When calculated by calorie consumption, Japan’s food self-sufficiency is only 38% (lower than the UK’s 61%...
Due to a devastating earthquake on Noto Peninsula Island, a great number of residents, estimated at 40,000 households, were deprived of access to water even after one month had passed. Although drinking water has become more available compared to...
About 80% of consumers are willing to buy more eco-friendly and ethical products in Japan. Yet, when we want to eat an organic or plant-based diet, or purchase plastic-free or zero waste products in Japan, we might have difficulties discovering...
The number of people infected with the novel coronavirus is increasing rapidly around the world. Various measures have been taken in each country to prevent further spread of the coronavirus, including school closures, restrictions on going out and...
Is working long hours for a company a thing of the past in Japan? The answer is, not yet, but it seems that one by one, industries have started to reform various systems and expectations in an attempt to improve employees’ work-life balance. Qnoir...
Kawasaki King Skyfront Tokyu Rei Hotel is in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa, an hour train ride from central Tokyo. It is the world’s first hotel that utilizes hydrogen energy. Since its opening in June 2018, it has attracted many visitors and guests...
Picking up trash left on the roadside. Placing change in a donation box upon shopping at a convenience store. Taking part in a local volunteer activity on your day off. These small activities, which can be practiced in your daily life, could...
Currently, the coverage of cell phones around the world exceeds 100% and has even surpassed more than 90% in developing nations. In view of this, an app was launched in July last year in developing nations. This app makes international support...
Would you choose to live in a society where money is valued or in one where kindness is valued? The world is experiencing an increase in social inequality with globalization and the advancement of technology. In fact, 1% of the world’s...
Food waste has been one of the biggest topics in Japan. Japan is looking at 28 million tons of food discarded and thrown away annually. By the way, it is equivalent to about 30% of food expenses. “Food waste,” such as unsold, expired, or leftover...