‘No-waste’ Japanese village is a peek into carbon-neutral future →
For 20 years Kamikatsu has led the way in the world’s second biggest producer of plastic waste. THE GUARDIAN
Read MoreToyota to build prototype city of the future in Japan →
Community on land near Mt. Fuji will be powered by clean hydrogen fuel cells and function as a laboratory for smart homes and other tech. PLACE
Read MoreFukushima plans to power region with 100% renewable energy →
Over eight years after the meltdown, Fukushima wants to turn a new leaf. FUTURISM
Read MoreSumo wrestling: fighting to get women in the ring →
Hiyori Kon, 22, is an amateur sumo wrestling champion in Japan where women are still barred from competing professionally. Hiyori is hoping to change the rules of one of the world's oldest sports, and give a voice to women in sumo. BBC NEWS
Read MoreMicrosoft Japan tested a four-day work week and productivity jumped by 40% →
Microsoft tested out a four-day work week in its Japan offices and found as a result employees were not only happier – but significantly more productive. THE GUARDIAN
Read MoreTokyo Olympics to go green, help other cities strike gold →
Innovations such as roads that reflect heat and water-absorbing pavements that will help the Olympic Games in Tokyo be a carbon neutral event, could also be adopted by other cities looking to mitigate climate risks, urban experts said. PLACE
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