Mariko

Mariko

Mariko Kobayashi is a Tokyo-based writer and the director of Eco Philosophy Japan, where she bridges ancient wisdom with modern environmental challenges. Armed with an MA in Philosophy from the University of Paris IV, she began her sustainability journey as climate concerns intensified globally. Her work explores how philosophical traditions can guide us toward more conscious living, drawing insights from both contemporary environmental specialists and historical thinkers. Through her writing and research, she examines practical pathways for sustainable futures while questioning our fundamental relationship with the natural world.

25 Sustainable Cookware in Japan

Everyday pots and pans are essential tools in the kitchen. Although inexpensive cookware is becoming more widely available, many items suffer from coatings that quickly peel off, requiring replacement after just a few years. To reduce waste, it’s best to…

The Burn – Vegan Grill Restaurant

Location|Aoyama-itchome Menu|Charcoal Grill Highlights Located directly above Aoyama-itchome Station in Tokyo, The Burn is a grill restaurant where you can enjoy charcoal-grilled dishes along with vegan-friendly options. Their signature style features aged domestic beef, grilled over high flame charcoal to…

Zero Waste Period Product in Japan

We, women, must use menstrual products every month. Menstrual products come in plastic—plastic pads, tampons in plastic applicators, and the like. Those disposable menstrual products can be pricy too. Women spend in average of 20 USD on menstrual products per…