Giving birth remains expensive in Japan. Pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum costs are not covered by health insurance, and parents have to pay up to approximately 520,000 yen ($ 5,000 USD) on average unless complications warrant medical...
Japan recently played a welcoming host to 14 UNDP delegates from the Philippines. These representatives, hailing from the dynamic cities of Caloocan, Manila, Pasig, and Quezon and encompassing members from both the public and private sectors...
The Ethical Spirits & Co., a pioneering distillery venture bagged the distinguished “SDGs Award” at the Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition (TWSC) 2023. This competition, a trailblazer in its own right, is the only Japanese...
Mitsui Fudosan Residential and ECOMMIT recently unveiled their new initiative to incorporate sustainability in everyday life. They’ve made this possible through their unwanted goods collection service, “Circular Action,” which came...
SOLIT, a pioneer in creating an all-inclusive society through fashion, is currently hosting its first large-scale pop-up shop called “This is SOLIT!” in the Wellbeing Town “GREEN SPRINGS.” The event promises a unique...
In the heart of Tokyo, a new experiment is unfolding: a social impact investment fund project that aims to change the way the city addresses wellness. Spearheaded by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, they’ve teamed up with Toranomon Impact...
Beginning this month, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is set to launch a series of “HTT” advertisements, emphasizing the importance of energy conservation. Tokyo’s primary objectives encompass not only tackling the climate crisis...
This year for Earth Day Tokyo, the “Workers’ Co-op Village” adopts the mantra “Let’s create together! A ‘circle’ connecting people and nature,” in harmony with Earth Day Tokyo 2023’s theme...
Japanese startups have a certain flavor of sustainability: to incorporate sustainability into everyday activities. Customers of these startups and brands often learn about the sustainability of the brand after consumption. It is similar to...
A longstanding greengrocer with a history spanning over six decades has successfully upcycled non-standard sweet potatoes into a delightful dessert called “Pure Sweet Potato Pie.” While sweet potato consumption has surged amid an...