Circular Yokohama

Accelerating the Circular Economy in Yokohama

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New Project Added: RiPiЯ

  • On 2022/2/25
We have added a new circular project “RiPiЯ” in our database. RiPiЯ is a sustainable apparel brand that refashions stock clothing worldwide. They purchase stock items and remake them to add new values. For more information, check the project page on this website.
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New Project Added: Wave Yokohama

  • On 2022/2/21
We have added a new circular project “Wave Yokohama” in our database. Wave Yokohama is a non-profit organization promotes a rental service of reusable cutlery and dishwashing. It contributes to reducing waste and CO2 emissions and raising environmental awareness. For more information, check the project page on this website.
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New Project Added: chain

  • On 2022/2/14
We have added a new circular project “chain” in our database. chain is a service that uses blockchain technology to visualize the supply chain and share the story of manufacturing. The application contributes to creating a new connection between suppliers and consumers. For more information, check the project page on this website.
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New Project Added: baybike

  • On 2022/2/8
We have added a new circular project “baybike” in our database. baybike is one of the bicycle-sharing services by Docomo Bikeshare. It identifys idle assets and utilize the bikes where needed. For more information, check the project page on this website.
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New Project Added: StockBase

  • On 2022/2/8
We have added a new circular project “StockBase” in our database. StockBase donates unneeded emergency supplies from companies to people in need. They circulate the items within the local community and reduce food waste. For more information, check the project page on this website.
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Think about the future of Yokohama with Donut Economics [Experience Report]

  • On 2022/1/24
On March 20, 2021, we held a workshop on Donut Economics at the Kotobuki Collaborative Space in Naka Ward, Yokohama. 11 participants discussed the future of Yokohama using the concept of Donut Economics with them. This article is an abstract for the workshop. *This event is part of Circular Economy Plus School, which is organized […]
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New Project Added: MAGO GALLERY YOKOHAMA

  • On 2022/1/24
We have added a new circular project “MAGO GALLERY YOKOHAMA” in our database. MAGO GALLERY YOKOHAMA The exclusive gallery of Nagasaka Shingo, a pioneer of sustainable art. The gallery displays artworks and other items created by recycling e-waste dumped in the slums of Ghana. Their business model connects developed and developing countries and circulates waste. […]
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Can DX be a solution to the problem with plastic containers? [Experience Report]

  • On 2022/1/5
On March 13, 2021, we held an idea-thon online under the topic of “Circular Economy and Digital Transformation (DX).” This time we specifically focused on the issue of plastic takeout containers and discussed how we could circulate the containers instead of wasting them. *This event is part of Circular Economy Plus School, which is organized […]
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What is Circular Yokohama?

Circular Yokohama is an online platform to accelerate the circular economy in Yokohama city. We aim to solve various local issues, create new job opportunities and achieve a thriving community by shedding light on goods, services and personal skills that have been overlooked in a conventional linear economy and making a transition towards circular economy.

PROJECTS

Coffee Grounds Art

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.

buøy

a project to transform discarded ocean plastic into beautiful traditional crafts. The project produces beautiful molded plates while mixing different types and colors of plastic materials. The idea was created by “Plas+tech project”

Circular Gacha

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.

Coco&K.

Coco&K. imports lovely, eco-minded, fairtrade bags from the Philippines. The products are up-cycled from discarded aluminum juice packages. It helps the locals live independently and keeps the environment clean.

Aquaponics

Aquaponics is a system of “circular organic agriculture” that crosses hydroponics and aquaculture. It minimizes resource circulation and promotes local consumption to rvitalize local communities.

Craft Beer Paper

Craft beer paper is a recycled paper made from malt waste. kitafuku Inc. works with local breweries and restaurants to turn waste into valuable paper products to achieve up-cycling.