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.

Experience the local culture at TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET

Location|Shibuya Highlights・A strong focus on “made in Shibuya,” “made in Tokyo,” and “made in Japan” for locally rooted services・Efforts to promote diversity, including LGBTQ events and the hiring of active seniors・Product development in collaboration with social welfare organizations Located in…

Eco-Conscious Comfort at GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO

Location|Kyoto, Kawaramachi Key Highlights Located in Kyoto’s Kawaramachi area, GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO is a sustainability-focused lifestyle hotel designed to help guests enjoy a natural, comfortable way of living. The hotel runs on virtually 100% renewable energy and has eliminated…

What does sustainable living mean to you?

Living sustainably has been a center of our attention in the past couple of years. I see so many people trying to change their lifestyle for a better future. Sustainable living means finding unsustainable or destructive practices and changing them…