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.

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.

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…

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…

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.…

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…

Lately, I feel tired without not much reasons. I wasn’t like that when I was in my twenties or thirties. At forty, something shifts. The relentless pursuit of “more” begins to feel hollow. If you’re sensing this change, you’re awakening…

Yukata, beloved as a symbol of summer in Japan, embodies the ideals of modern sustainable fashion in this beautiful traditional garment. Let’s explore the appeal of yukata, which successfully balances environmental consciousness with the preservation of traditional culture. Why Yukata…

When summer arrives, we naturally want to decorate our fingertips and toes with cute nail polish. While I’ve recently stopped doing my nails regularly, I always consider getting back into it as summer approaches. It makes your feet look adorable…

Busy mornings spent rushing to get the kids ready while having no time for your own grooming routine—this is a common struggle shared by many mothers. “The kids are fussy and there’s no time,” “I’m swamped preparing breakfast,” “Getting everything…

Location|Matsumoto, Nagano Concept|Traditional Hot Spring Retreat Highlights Nestled deep in the forests of Matsumoto, Nagano, Tobira Onsen Myojinkan began as a healing hot spring retreat in 1931. Today, it continues to offer a restorative experience in perfect harmony with nature.…