#Sustainability

Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026

Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026 is an international conference and exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in smart cities and sustainable urban development. Held in Keihanna Science City, the event brings together startups, corporations, researchers, and government leaders to explore solutions in AI, mobility, energy, digital transformation, and smart infrastructure. Through exhibitions, keynote sessions, and business matching, the expo fosters collaboration and highlights technologies shaping the cities of the future.

Japan's Climate Change Impact Assessment Report Released

Interview with Manish Biyani, Founder & CEO of BioSeeds

Building global deeptech from regional Japan

CRREM Japan 2026 explores zero-emission Tokyo

Ultra-compact EV MiBot enters pre-mass production phase with strategic Idemitsu partnership

The most ecological garment you've never worn

If a Silicon Valley startup pitched a modular, century-lasting, fully recyclable, luxury piece of clothing, VCs would be throwing money at it. But what if it already existed?

Green Drinks Kansai - Osaka

Green Drinks is a casual networking opportunity and a place for individuals to find community around sustainability issues in the Kansai region. If you're interested in climate, environmental protection, marine environment, biodiversity, or any related topic. We'll meet for drinks at Brooklyn Parlor near Shinsaibashi/Namba. The meetup rotates between Osaka and Kyoto every month.

JETRO and Columbia Technology Ventures host climatetech event in New York

Japan’s Blue Economy part 4: potential

This article marks the final part of a four-part series exploring Japan’s blue economy from different topics. As global attention turns toward sustainable ocean industries, Japan is working to revitalize its blue economy — a key sector that links the nation’s tradition, technology, and future growth.

University of Tokyo professor secures Grantham Foundation grant for sustainable plastics

TechGALA Japan 2026

Global tech festival in Nagoya uniting innovators, startups, and leaders for future-focused networking and discovery.

Japan's blue economy part 3: fishing

In part 3 of our es on Japan's blue economy we turn to the fishing industry: its ups and downs over the years, and how Japanese startups are tackling the region's unique challenges.

Climate change, energy, and Japan’s GX & fusion startups, part 4

In this final article of this “Climate Change and Energy” series, we turn our attention to Japan’s current nuclear power landscape and the progress of fusion energy research and development.

3 inspiring startups pioneering the future of living

As Japan rethinks work and lifestyle after the pandemic, a new generation of startups is transforming how people live. ADDress, Sanu, and HafH are leading this change through flexible, subscription-based living models that make it easier to explore life beyond big cities. From shared houses and nature-rich cabins to global “home away from home” networks, these companies offer new freedom for remote workers, digital nomads, and anyone seeking balance between work and life. Together, they represent Japan’s growing shift toward sustainable, flexible, and experience-driven living for the post-COVID era.

J-AGRI TOKYO 2025

FaW TOKYO 2025 Autumn – Fashion World Tokyo

KSAC DEMODAY 2025

Global Startup EXPO 2025

JAPAN BUILD OSAKA 2025

Japan's food self-sufficiency and agriculture-related startups

A food self-sufficiency rate shows how much food a country produces compared to what it consumes. It’s an important way to understand a country’s food security and resilience, especially during global crises like wars, pandemics, or climate change. This has become more important in recent years.

FOOMA JAPAN 2025 – The World’s Leading Food Processing Expo

Four-day international expo in Tokyo showcasing 1,000 exhibitors and 5,000 food-processing solutions under the theme “Touch FOOMA, Taste the Future.” Free pre-registration unlocks full access to the world’s foremost showcase of food-manufacturing innovation.

Biodiversity in Action – Turning Corporate Strategy into Tangible Impact

A BCCJ breakfast panel spotlighting real-world biodiversity initiatives from Suntory, Barclays and others, offering actionable insights on turning nature-positive ambitions into measurable business value. Sources

The Frozen Food Revolution: Preserving the Value of Food

The Challenge of Next-Generation Freezing Technology to Protect "Deliciousness" - Masayuki Kinoshita, CEO of Daybreak Inc.

Tohoku Bank becomes first regional bank to join carbon credit consortium