Textile Waste and Agricultural Fiber Composite Upcycling Project

A project combining textile industry waste with agricultural fibers like rice straw and hemp into composite materials for high-value applications: building insulation, automotive interior components, and fashion materials. Integrates traditional textile artisanship from Kyoto and Fukui with modern recycling technology. Simultaneously addresses fast fashion waste and agricultural byproduct disposal—a dual-problem innovation.

一項將瀨戶內海沿岸回收的海洋塑膠轉化為時尚、建築材料與日用品的專案。多家企業與自治體協力合作，在維持素材品質的同時，從廢棄物中創造新價值。作為日本發起的海洋資源循環模式，已獲得國際關注。

岐阜縣高山市家具產業推動的廢棄木材再生活動。在秉承北歐家具優良傳統的同時，從廢材中創造出具有新價值的家具與室內設計製品。透過職人工藝與當代設計的融合，實踐循環經濟理念。

An upcycling business recovering textile scraps and second-grade fabrics from clothing factories into new fashion products. Utilizing Japanese traditional materials like denim, obi fabric, and washi, designer-manufacturer collaborations create innovative products. As part of fast fashion critique and sustainable fashion promotion, branding efforts centered in Tokyo and Kyoto attract domestic and international attention.

A new material innovation led by Osaka textile companies, blending post-consumer plastic waste with textile scraps. PET bottle flakes mixed with cotton fabric remnants produce durable bags and outdoor gear. Collaboration with fashion tech companies creates new ethical fashion categories.

A project transforming scrap wood and discarded furniture from Takayama's traditional furniture industry into contemporary designed products. It merges artisan precision craftsmanship with young designers' creativity, establishing a sustainable furniture brand. The initiative simultaneously revitalizes the local economy and reduces waste.

A collective of furniture artisans from Takayama, Gifu Prefecture specializing in upcycling discarded furniture and waste wood. Leveraging centuries of woodworking tradition, they transform used furniture into contemporary art pieces. Balancing luxury custom furniture production with waste reduction, it demonstrates new possibilities for craft industries within circular economy models. Featured in major museums domestically and internationally.