WHAT WE LIKE Down-to-earth effort to address fashion waste through second-hand culture. Part of a larger circular system to circulate material within Kyoto's economy. Eco-friendly event that is fun, educational and inspiring! SOC 3★: Inspiring not only youths, but all...
Kyoto Prefecture
UEBAESOU
WHAT WE LIKE Organic ingredients following over two centuries of tradition. Non toxic nail polish. Perfect for their range of Japanese hues. SOC 1★: Non-toxic ensure it's good for human useENV 1★: Natural ingredients minimizes impact on...
IKEUCHI ORGANIC
WHAT WE LIKE Manufacturing proecesses pay attention to minimizing environmental impact. High quality organic cotton that has clear traceability. Continuous effort to help and teach how to maintain products. SOC 2★: Teaches customers to extend product lifecycle, even...
Ogawa Coffee Sakaimachi Nishiki Cafe
WHAT WE LIKE One of the pioneers for responsible coffee culture in Kyoto. Ogawa Coffee cares about topics like fair trade, biodiversity, social well-being. Wants to create a coffee culture that sustains for 100 years. SOC 2★: Impactful on multiple stakeholders of...
Kikuya Zakka Ten
WHAT WE LIKE Products are selected for their positive social adn environmental impact. Carries some of our favourite fair trade brands, such as People Tree and Sisam Workshop. Owner is commited to fair trade, even her guesthouse is fair trade based. SOC 2★: An easy...
Rokkon Guesthouse
WHAT WE LIKE Focuses on fair trade, handmade products, and local goods to support both people and the environment. Offers fair-trade amenities, organic homemade breakfasts, and rooms decorated with natural materials. Serves organic and dietary-friendly breakfast...
Tu Casa
WHAT WE LIKE Highly satisfying plant-based Korean food! Makes you want more. Sell by wieght convenient after meals. Owners are continously improving their zero waste efforts. SOC 2★: Always looking opportunities to share eco-friendly messages.ENV 1★: Continuously...
mori
WHAT WE LIKE Supported by other services for fashion circularity. Original labels from RE:CIRCLE upcycled clothing. Knowledgable staff who understand recycling and circulariy. SOC 2★: Involved in events to encourage clothes circulation in Kyoto city.ENV 3★: A model of...
Sisam fair trade + design
WHAT WE LIKE A pioneer of Fair Trade in Japan. Staff of Sisam fair trade + design are passionate about positive impact on others. Communicates actively with customers to achieve zero-waste. SOC 3★: Directly links with fair trade manufacturersENV 1★: Adopting zero...
Zero Waste Market Totoya
WHAT WE LIKE No plastics! Creates a circular system that designs out waste. Knowledgeable and friendly staff to make zero-waste entry easy. SOC 2★: Supports local farmers through local production, local consumptionENV 3★: Business model designed to be...