The latest news and stories about the circular economy in Yokohama
The City of Yokohama and ICLEI Japan co-hosted the Asia-Pacific Circular City (APCC) Forum 2026 in Yokohama from September 2 to 4. The inaugural forum brought together 52 local governments and organizations from Japan and abroad. On September 3 and 4, […]
Takenaka Corporation Co., Ltd. hosts a monthly sustainability-themed talk event series called "Collab Meeting" at BankPark YOKOHAMA, a cultural exchange hub utilizing a historic building in Naka Ward, Yokohama…
Yokohama furniture is said to have its roots in the repair of imported Western pieces brought into Yokohama, and it has continued to evolve by blending Japanese woodworking techniques with Western furniture design. The sole bearer of this tradition and craft is Rengeso Motomachi Kobo, led by Yokohama Meister Katsuto Uchida (内田勝人). In this article,…
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Yamaha Motor") has announced the second installment of its event series "PLAYERS for REGENERATION," which seeks new business opportunities at the intersection of "play" and "regeneration."…
R Fes | Sta.R Grand Open Event — Sta.R Grand Opening Celebration & Я Gallery 1st Exhibition: circle to circle by Mikiko Kamada, held simultaneously.
The design for the staff uniforms for the City of Yokohama's exhibition "Information Hub Utilizing Building Spaces" at GREEN×EXPO 2027 has been finalized. The uniforms incorporate clothing collected from residents as part of their raw materials.
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Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Yamaha Motor") has announced the second installment of its event series "PLAYERS for REGENERATION," which seeks new business opportunities at the intersection of "play" and "regeneration."…
R Fes | Sta.R Grand Open Event — Sta.R Grand Opening Celebration & Я Gallery 1st Exhibition: circle to circle by Mikiko Kamada, held simultaneously.
To celebrate the grand opening of Sta.R, we are hosting an upcycling workshop where local community members and residents will come together to create furniture for the space using reclaimed materials…
Circular projects in Yokohama, covered by our editorial team
SDGs Locker addresses food waste through an unmanned vending system that extends sales beyond store hours. A practical example of circular action embedded in everyday life in Yokohama.
Reusable Toner Cartridges offers a steady shift from disposable printing to reuse. A Yokohama-based initiative connecting design, quality standards, and everyday work practices.
The mobile museum presents circular living through design, materials, and local stories. A travelling exhibition that turns reuse into an engaging, hands-on experience.
Beer the First turns near-discarded food into craft beer with character. From unsold bread to leftover grape pomace, each brew gives new value to ingredients that might otherwise be wasted. It’s a fun and tasty step toward a local circulation.
Upcycled Stationery Crafted from Discontinued Nautical Charts turns retired sea maps into one-of-a-kind everyday items. Each carrying a piece of Japan’s waters and Yokohama’s creativity.
The Sus-Sea Project brings sustainable seafood to a university cafeteria as a Japan’s first such initiative. By choosing these meals, students support responsible fisheries and learn how everyday food choices connect to ocean sustainability.
Creativity × Circularity × Culture
Sta.R is a City of Yokohama creative hub built on creativity, circularity and culture, run by the Creative Circular City Collective (Artiql Inc. / Route Design LLC). It houses the Material Library of local materials, the Я gallery exhibiting circular-themed art, and Re:Store selling local circular goods, alongside upcycling workshops and school programmes.
Visit the Sta.R website ↗A map of circular-economy spots across Yokohama — from reuse, repair and sharing hubs to shops and facilities with a circular theme.
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