2050 Coffee In Kyoto Is Redefining Sustainable Coffee
Enter 2050 Coffee, a pioneering establishment in Kyoto’s bustling landscape, dedicated to reshaping the narrative of coffee consumption while championing sustainability
This Japanese High School Teacher Rakes Leaves Into Art
Meet Hirotaka Hamasaki, an art teacher with a remarkable talent for transforming fallen leaves into exquisite works of art.
Aesop Kichijoji Store Repurposed Timber Frames From Old Homes
Aesop Kichijoji, an architectural marvel, reimagines sustainability and history, combining innovative design with a rich narrative of repurposed materials in the heart of Tokyo.
Ganni Opens First-Ever Pop-up Store in Tokyo
Ganni, the beloved Danish fashion brand, has made its mark in the vibrant heart of Tokyo’s Shibuya City with the grand opening of its first-ever pop-up store
Sou Fujimoto Designs 3-Dimensional-Park in the Sky
Spearheaded by the acclaimed architect Sou Fujimoto, this ambitious project promises to be a harmonious convergence of architecture, urban planning, and nature, breathing new life into the city's public spaces.
Kubota Ceramic Wave Coffee Filter: Reusable and Eco-Friendly
Kubota Ceramic Wave Coffee Filter is a groundbreaking Kickstarter project by Kubota Minoru Ceramics, which promises to revolutionize the way we brew and savour our favourite beverage.
Sou Fujimoto Designs Building With Huge Green Roof
The design for the Hida Furukawa Station Eastern Development has been unveiled by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto.
Studio Ghibli Theme Park Opening Date Announced
Beloved Japanese animation and cultural powerhouse Studio Ghibli led by Hayao Miyazaki has just announced that their long-awaited theme park will finally open its doors on November 1st.
100 Shades of Coloured Tape Used by Emmanuelle Moureaux to Create Installation
French architect Emmanuelle Moureaux, who has been based in Tokyo since 1996, has created a colourful installation as part of an ongoing series called 100 colors for Japanese masking tape brand mt.
N-ARK’s Floating Greenhouse Aims to Address Rising Sea Levels and Flood Salinity
With the aim to reinvent architecture by the ocean, N-ARK hopes to develop a floating greenhouse and achieve circular farming.
Ancient Culture of Female Divers in Japan Captured by Stefan Dotter
For thousands of years in the land of the rising sun, ama, which translates to sea woman in Japanese, free-dived into the sea to collect seafood and precious pearls.
Japanese Fashion Brand MUME Is Redefining Contemporary Femininity
Based in Tokyo, MUME is a fashion brand committed to its concept of “contributing to better ways of consumption" by offering made-to-order for the most ethical supply chain system.
Period Brand Nagi Advocates the Independence of Women in Japan
To empower the independence of women, Nagi is seeking a way to provide self-care options widely by producing reusable period underwear.
athletia: A Clean Beauty Brand Hailing From Japan
Launched last year by E’quipe, athletia is a Japan-based brand that provides support for a beautiful and active lifestyle.
Mirume Offers Zero-Waste Green Tea in Nagoya, Japan
Located at the intersection of a quaint neighbourhood lined with traditional Japanese houses lies Mirume, a green tea cafe that recently opened its doors.
LOEWE Taps Childhood Magic With My Neighbor Totoro Collection
For Studio Ghibli fans and fashion lovers, the dream collaboration has just come true with the LOEWE x My Neighbor Totoro capsule collection.
Uniqlo To Launch Recycled Clothing Program
In the name of sustainability, Japanese fashion company Uniqlo is set to launch Re.Uniqlo, their very own recycled clothing program.
Capsule Collection Only Available in Japan Created by COS
In celebration for COS's products now being available online for purchase in Japan, a capsule collection exclusive to Japanese customers called CONSTRUCT by COS has been created.