Disaster Resilience Design

A modern reevaluation of the traditional wrapping cloth 'furoshiki.' With growing environmental awareness, it has gained attention as an alternative to plastic bags. Through contemporary designs and brand collaborations, it has reached younger generations. It is popular overseas as sustainable Japanese wisdom.

A revival of modern wooden architecture utilizing new technologies like CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber). Architects like Kengo Kuma have rediscovered the potential of wood, advancing timber use in mid-to-high-rise buildings and public facilities. It also draws attention from a carbon-neutral perspective.

Japan's commitment to a circular economy promoting resource cycling. Systems promoting product reuse, recycling, and upcycling are embedded in society. Unique developments include the success of secondhand platforms like Mercari and resource recovery from urban mines.

An ancient Japanese value meaning 'what a waste' or 'too precious to waste.' Wangari Maathai introduced it to the world, making it an internationally recognized environmental slogan. The concept encompasses Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, plus the spirit of Respect.

A traditional Japanese rural landscape where humans and nature coexist. Forests, rice paddies, and settlements form an integrated sustainable ecosystem model that has gained international recognition. It draws attention as a model case for biodiversity conservation and sustainable land use.

One of the most sophisticated waste separation and recycling systems in the world. It is characterized by detailed sorting rules set by each municipality and high compliance rates among citizens. As a Japanese model for achieving a circular economy, it attracts study visits and research from countries worldwide.