Minato Mirai Circular City Project: Co-creating a Decarbonized Future in Yokohama

On 2025/11/7

In the heart of Yokohama, a bold experiment is underway, transforming the Minato Mirai 21 district into a model of circular living and decarbonization. The Minato Mirai Circular City Project (MMCC) brings together over 30 facilities, companies, organizations, and citizens to reimagine how an urban district can reach net-zero COs emissions by 2030. Operated by […]

Circular Hospitality in Action: Yokohama Bay Sheraton’s Approach to Food and Energy Cycles

On 2025/9/29

While several hotels across Yokohama are embracing sustainability, Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers stands out for its integrated approach to circulating both food and energy within its operations. Conveniently located with direct access to Yokohama Station, one of the country’s busiest transportation hubs, the hotel introduces circular practices to a wide range of guests, […]

Sustainable Micro-tourism: A one-day tour of sustainability initiatives in Yokohama [Event Report]

On 2025/9/24

Circular Yokohama promotes circular lifestyles in Yokohama and participates as one of the operating organizations of the Yokohama SDGs Design Center, a cross-sectoral platform that connects diverse stakeholders to solve local issues. On February 8, 2025, as part of this initiative, Circular Yokohama organized the program “Sustainable Micro-tourism: A one-day tour of sustainability initiatives in […]

[9/12]Community Loops: A New Circular Fashion Project by Circular Yokohama

On 2025/8/26

Circular Yokohama is operating the ministry of the environment subsidized project “Community Loops” together with CYKLUS, a company engaged in circular economy businesses focused on clothing repair, remake, and fashion. The initiative aims to achieve resource circulation within the community and create new community value through used clothing up-cycling and recycling. To commemorate the launch, […]

Sachiumi Heroes: A Seaweed-Powered Revival from the Ocean Floor

On 2025/8/5

What if seaweed could help save the planet and revitalize the local economy? Meet Sachiumi Heroes, a marine restoration project in Yokohama’s Kanazawa Ward that turns kelp farming into an act of climate action and community empowerment. In Japan, a growing concern called iso-yake, underwater deserts caused by disappearing seaweed beds, has devastated marine ecosystems. […]

Hoshiten Circular Library: A Moving Bookshelf of Sustainable Ideas

On 2025/6/25

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 […]

Kurofune Soap: Crafting Clean Futures from Used Cooking Oil

On 2025/6/6

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 […]

The Repair Cafe screened at TBS SDGs event “Plaza to Make the Earth Smile”

On 2025/6/3

Circular Yokohama and our sister media IDEAS FOR GOOD screened its documentary The Repair Cafe on May 4 at the SDGs event “Plaza to Make the Earth Smile” held at TBS Akasaka Sacas Square. “Plaza to Make the Earth Smile” is part of TBS’s “WEEK to Make the Earth Smile” project, a related initiative designed […]

Coffee Grounds Art: Giving New Life to the Morning Brew

On 2025/5/22

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.

Yomigaeri: Recycled Work Gloves Made Primarily from Used Clothing Fibers

On 2025/5/19

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., […]

Seyamitsu Lab: A Circular Living Hub Born in the Heart of Seya Ward

On 2025/5/15

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 […]

Memories embedded in school gym floor begin a new journey of circularity—exhibit and workshop at ”Yokohama Architecture Plaza 2024”[EVENTREPORT]

On 2025/4/14

On November 9, 2024, Circular Yokohama participated in the “Yokohama Architecture Plaza 2024” held at the Yokohama City Hall. Circular Yokohama showcased unique items crafted from repurposed gymnasium flooring. Exhibition and workshop report at “Yokohama Architecture Plaza 2024” The “Yokohama Architecture Plaza 2024” was hosted at Yokohama City Hall. This event, organized by the Yokohama […]

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