Sustainable Consumption: Your Complete Beginner’s Guide in Japan
Learn sustainable consumption strategies that save money and protect the planet. Practical tips for ethical shopping, reducing waste, and making eco-friendly choices on any budget.
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.
What is Sustainability? Complete Guide for Beginners
Learn what sustainability means, discover practical daily actions, and understand how sustainable living benefits our planet, economy, and future generations in this complete guide.
How to Start Sustainable Eating with Plant-Based Swaps in Japan
Discover the best plant-based alternatives in Japan for beginners. Our complete guide features 12 top products to replace meat, dairy, and eggs sustainably and deliciously.
Sustainable Pots & Saucepans That Save Money Long-Term
Discover the best sustainable cookware brands for families in Japan. Learn to choose safe, long-lasting pots and pans free from harmful chemicals with expert recommendations and care tips.
Eco-Friendly Kitchen Products: Complete Guide to Sustainable Cookware Brands in Japan
Ready to make your kitchen more eco-friendly but don’t know where to start? You’re in the right place. As scientists uncover more evidence about the environmental and health risks of plastic cookware and chemical coatings, switching to sustainable alternatives has…
What Makes a Hot Spring Inn Sustainable? Essential Guide to Responsible Onsen Tourism
The travel industry is embracing a major shift toward sustainability. After the pandemic prompted many to rethink what travel means to them, tourists are moving beyond simple sightseeing. Instead, they’re choosing responsible travel that protects the environment and supports local…
Best Vegan Ice Cream Brands in Japan: 12 Eco-Friendly Options That Taste Amazing
When summer heat strikes, nothing beats a refreshing scoop of ice cream. But vegan ice cream—a plant-based twist on the classic treat—is rapidly transforming from niche alternative to mainstream necessity. Three key trends drive this shift: growing awareness of animal…
Sustainable Eating: How Plant-Based Foods Can Help Save Our Planet
As climate change intensifies and global environmental degradation becomes increasingly apparent, more people are thinking, “I want to start doing something for the environment.” However, many find themselves wondering where exactly to begin. In this context, adopting plant-based foods as…
Eco-Friendly Foundations That Love Your Sensitive Skin
For those with delicate skin types, choosing the right foundation can be a major source of concern. Beyond the desire to minimize skin irritation while achieving beautiful results, environmental considerations have also become an important selection criterion in recent years.…
Plant-Based and Pasture-Raised｜momento’s Thoughtful Italian Dining
Location｜Kichijoji, Tokyo Menu｜Creative Italian cuisine (Plant-based options available) Highlights Located in Kichijoji, Tokyo, momento is a restaurant where you can enjoy creative Italian cuisine made with carefully sourced ingredients, such as naturally grown vegetables and pasture-raised, hormone-free meats from trusted…
