LIFE IN JAPAN

Smart applications, home appliances, and good practices can help prevent and reduce food loss in households.

Food loss has become a global issue, and Japan is no exception. A number of innovative initiatives have recently sprung up in Japan to help spare food from the garbage bin and reduce food loss.

In line with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment is expanding efforts to reduce food loss. The Collective Impact; STOP! Food Loss & Waste Project is one step toward realizing change.

One of Japan's most prolific authors has something new for fans: a collaboration with Uniqlo!

Tried and True Ways to Coexist as told by a bear conservationist

Japan moves to allow foreign resident to change and/or renew their visas online from 2021.

A group of university students launch a project to fight against unconscious bias.

Graphic designer Kenya Hara and Nippon Design Center have created over 250 pictograms supporting tourism visually. And you can get them for free!