What if books could circulate just like resources? The Hoshiten Circular Library is a mobile bookshelf that shares not only books, but stories of circular living across Yokohama. From city streets to community events, it pops up in unexpected places—inviting people to borrow, return, and contribute books on sustainability, creativity, and local action. It’s more…
What if your daily soap told a story? Kurofune Soap blends Yokohama’s rich port history with today’s circular mindset. Crafted from used cooking oil collected locally, these handmade soaps aren’t just eco-friendly—they’re conversation starters. Each bar is shaped like the iconic “black ships” (Kurofune), connecting the past and present through a refreshing, sustainable experience. Take…
Used coffee as a canvas? Discover Coffee Grounds Art, where leftover coffee is reborn as beautiful artwork and creative workshops. From waste to wonder, find how circular ideas are brewing in Yokohama.
We have added a new circular project “Yomigaeri” in our database. What if a pair of gloves could tell the story of your old clothes? Yomigaeri is a sustainable work glove made from discarded textiles—designed not only to reduce CO₂ emissions but to celebrate the value of what we throw away. Created by Nakano Co.,…
We have added a new circular project “Seyamitsu Lab” in our database. What if beekeeping could help revitalize a neighborhood? Seyamitsu Lab is turning that question into reality. Launched by local youth in Yokohama’s Seya Ward, the Lab is using honey production and community collaboration to build a model of circular living—where people, nature, and…
Circular Yokohama has been honored with the Grand Prize at the 31st Yokohama Environmental Activities Award for its contributions to advancing local environmental initiatives. About the Yokohama Environmental Activities Award The Yokohama Environmental Activities Award recognizes individuals, organizations, businesses, and students actively engaged in environmental initiatives in Yokohama. The award aims to raise awareness of…
On November 28, Circular Yokohama held a seminar (in-person and online) titled “Why Companies Should Embrace Nature Positive Practices: Building Cities in Harmony with Nature.” Circular Yokohama is one of the operating companies in the Yokohama SDGs Design Center, a regional intermediary organization aimed at achieving the SDGs by connecting diverse stakeholders and addressing local…
Circular Yokohama has been recognized with the superior rank in the 13th round of Yokohama City’s SDGs certification program, “Y-SDGs” (in Japanese). Y-SDGs is a certification system in which Yokohama City acknowledges businesses actively contributing to achieving the SDGs. The program aims to encourage transitions to sustainable management and operations, foster new customer and business…
On November 30, Circular Yokohama gave a vocational lecture to first-year students at Sasage Junior High School in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. This year, the school held a vocational lecture for first-year students as part of their career studies during their comprehensive study period. The objective of the vocational lectures is to increase students’ motivation…
To realize the transition towards a circular economy at the local level, it is essential for not only businesses and local authorities but also each and every resident in the community to be actively involved. Therefore, Circular Yokohama has chosen to designate the month of October as “Circular October,” envisioning the “10” in October as…
We have added a new circular project “Circular Gacha” in our database. Circular Gacha is a capsule toy machine that you can play by putting a bottle cap instead of a coin. It provides an enjoyable learning experience of local resources and materials circulation. For more information, check the project page with the link down…
We have added a new circular project “Kururi Works” in our database. Kururi works is an upcycling studio with the concept of “take discarded things and reborn them with value.” It is based in Kanazawa ward run by Takematsu Co., Ltd.. For more information, check the project page with the link down below.
