Composting: A Simple Way to Reduce Kitchen Waste

Recently I start composting. I have been thinking of doing it for a long time, but was worried that it would be a hard work. I started to set it up and notice that it’s not complicated. I am still…

Recently I start composting. I have been thinking of doing it for a long time, but was worried that it would be a hard work. I started to set it up and notice that it’s not complicated. I am still…

Discover 10 sustainable gifts minimalist men actually want. From organic consumables to vegan leather wallets—thoughtful presents that won't add clutter.

Explore Valentine's gift alternatives in Japan beyond traditional chocolate. Survey shows 54.6% now choose non-chocolate gifts like fair trade coffee, organic wine, ethical jewelry & experience gifts for sustainable, thoughtful giving.
In Japan, we have a tradition of cleaning the entire house at the end of year in December. It’s like spring cleaning during which we clean the house before the coming of the warm season. I like the ritual of…

Halloween in Japan feels different. Walk through Tokyo’s streets in late October and you’ll see carefully wrapped treats, handmade decorations, and a quietness beneath the celebration—a kind of restraint that makes you pause. Here, even seasonal fun carries an awareness:…