Store clerk can’t stop staring at customer in line. The reason has netizens chuckling
Since July 1, 2020, when a nationwide fee for plastic bags was introduced in Japan, more and more people have been bringing in their own…
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Cute, hassle-free ecobag is inspired by Japan’s cabbage-fed sea urchins
Japanese creative planning and design company 『企画デザイン２時』 Niji Inc. (@niji_2oclock) designs a variety of innovative products. Some of their previous designs, which we have introduced…
Ward off the curse of plastic waste with these Jujutsu Kaisen ecobags
With the release of the prequel Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie set to hit Japanese theaters on Friday, December 24th, the supernatural action-adventure anime series…
Eco bags with simple summer styles help on-the-go consumers be eco-friendly
Plastic is a very convenient material. It is easy to mold, light and durable, and has a high degree of airtightness. The material also affects…
Seasonal styles and sweets are in as gelato pique unveils “White Summer” products and more
gelato pique, a famous loungewear brand in Japan, is known for its comfy and cute pajamas and assorted maternity and household products. The brand maintains…
Bento lunch box series is first in Japan to be made from environment-friendly rice resin
Afternoon Tea LIVING, a company operated by SAZABY LEAGUE Inc. released bento lunch boxes, tote bags, and other lifestyle items made of eco-friendly materials on…
Peanuts collaborate with 11 brands on sustainable eco-bag collection in Japan
Japanese company Mash Holdings has collaborated with PEANUTS on a new project aiming to encourage people to “Take Care with PEANUTS” by collaborating with 11…
These cute gyoza and omurice keychains are eco-bags in disguise
Eco-bags have become commonplace in recent years and they have become even more popular in Japan since last July when the government enacted a nationwide…
Boys be eco-conscious! Luxury umbrella maker designs staid striped eco-bags for men
Ever since Japan announced it would require stores to charge customers for plastic bags, eco-bag sales have steadily increased. For example, Kyoto Shimbun reported that…