A Tokyo company that upcycles used kimono fabric has won an EcoPro Award for a circular economy initiative that passes on an aspect of culture. Nihon Reuse System received the excellence award for its “ohariko jigyou,” or seamstress...
The world has a plastic problem. Did you know that the world produces more than 380 million tonnes of plastic each year? Most plastics are not biodegradable, and its excessive production has impacted the environment in many ways, such as pollution...
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...
TOKYO CORK PROJECT, led by GOOD DEAL COMPANY, launches a new brand anela, which carries a range of lifestyle products made from recycled materials. The TOKYO CORK PROJECT is a project started ten years ago when Shingo Kitamura realized the severity...
Early last month, OGICO has released Japan’s first body scrub made from upcycled ingredients. The HUG BROWNE Espresso Body Shot (170g, 2500 yen) is a locally produced body scrub made from upcycled coffee beans. These beans are used espresso...
Whenever we take a meal, in most cases, we use tableware to serve food. When we eat out, restaurants serve meal on a dish, which are washed and then used repeatedly for the next consumer. If we takeout food from a restaurant, most likely, the food...
If you’re looking for one-of-a-kind items to add to your home decor or general goods collection, “buøy” might be a perfect choice for you. Colorful and appealing trays and coasters made in Japan are available to purchase online by...
What is upcycling? Upcycling is the concept of taking old products and using them for new purposes, or as materials in entirely new products. This is in contrast to recycling, which is the process of breaking down and reusing the base materials. A...
The fashion industry is one of the most wasteful industries in the world. Each year, companies waste a staggering amount of textile to increase profits and sales. Although nearly 100% of textiles are recyclable, nearly 95% of reusable textile is...
FROMSTOCK is an upcycled fashion brand that was recently launched in February. They carry their products at pop-up stores such as SCRAPBOOK (JEANASIS) and HARE. However, as of last month, customers can now purchase their products online. The team at...