Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe lightest ever Wakasa lacquered chopsticks 【OEDO】series.
These chopsticks are the first in Japan to use Fukui cedar, an internationally certified PEFC material, as the wood for lacquered chopsticks. By using high-quality Japanese cedar, we promote thinning of the forest, contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions, improving the local woodland environment, and contributing to the future of the earth. This is a "PURE JAPAN MADE"" craft that is dishwasher-safe and environmentally friendly.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• Upcycling
• Recycling
• Long lifespan
• Environmentally-certified products
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesSelect shops, department stores, restaurants, government, etc.

Overseas business recordUSA, UK, Australia, France, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and others

Overseas target regions‐
【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiatives"383,600kg", this is our chopstick brand "hashi-coo"'s target amount of CO2 to reduce in one year.
STYLE OF JAPAN has decided not to import foreign wood resources that have been over-harvested in other countries, even if they are inexpensive.
For example, the amount of CO2 emitted during transportation from Papua New Guinea, which has the largest import volume, to Obama City, Fukui Prefecture reaches 35,000kg. On the other hand, if we use domestic thinned cedar lumber, only 1500kg of CO2 emissions are required to transport the lumber from Satoyama (nearby forest/mountain) to Obama City. The difference is 33,500kg. It can be reduced by 96%.
Furthermore, STYLE OF JAPAN makes chopsticks from thinning Satoyama trees that are more than 40 years old and finished growing. By thinning old trees that no longer absorb CO2 and growing young trees that absorb more CO2, 350,000kg of CO2 can be reduced.
We aim to reduce CO2 emissions by 383,600kg. We want to leave a rich environment for our future children. We will increase CO2 reduction by making products the right way.

Company profileSTYLE OF JAPAN INC.
32-10-8 TSUJIDOHAUS, Kizaki, Obama, Fukui 9170025, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：5
Capital(JPY): 6,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionMore than half of the main ingredient is made up of eggshells, with the equivalent of one eggshell used for every 15g of Shellmine product. This is an environmentally friendly recycled product that reuses eggshells that would otherwise be discharged.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Recycling
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesThis eggshell tableware has been on sale since October 1991 and has been sold about 3,000 units.

Overseas business record30 each of 20 items were sold to one EU country for online sales.

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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWe are a 'Fukui SDGs Partner' participating in 'Fukui Prefecture SDGs Partnership Conference', where Fukui Prefecture works together to create sustainable communities and societies, and we work with various local organizations and governments to promote sustainable community development and actively address environmental issues. We also participate in the Sabae SDGs Glocal Club.
＜Key points of the challenge＞
- Proposal for a new environmentally friendly material (eggshells) for vessels for the future of the planet.
- Creating a healthy, orderly workplace in which employees can fully demonstrate their abilities.

Company profileFUKUI CRAFT CO., Ltd.
24-23 Tonokuchi, Sabae, Fukui 9161198, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：60
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionTailor-made, artisan-made kangu in any color, pattern or shape you like make them special for you. Because the craftsmen carefully tailor the products with the user in mind, they can be used comfortably over the years. As after-sales maintenance, we also accept re-tailoring, and have long-lasting customers who use their favorite kangu. Based on a made-to-order basis, we strive to make things lean.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic major companiesDaimaru Matsuzakaya Department Store Co., Ltd.; Isetan Mitsukoshi Co., Ltd.; Sumitomo Realty & Development Co., Ltd.; Hoshino Resort Co., Ltd., Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd.

Overseas business recordThe Tatami Shop Pte Ltd

Overseas target regionsAsia, Europe, North America, Middle East/Africa, Other
【Priority countries and territories】
China, Singapore, Indonesia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, USA, Canada, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Australia

Overseas basesNone

Preferred overseas business type(s)Direct trade; Through cross-border EC

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
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【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
Trademark Registration No. 4791877 Rakuchu Takaokaya
Trademark Registration No. 4572826 Senbei
Trademark Registration No. 5025557 Ojami And so on.
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
NHK "Asaichi", NHK WORLD-JAPAN "Core Kyoto" and others

Selection for programs, etc.Vibrant HABATAKU Small and Medium Enterprises 300 Program

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWe manufacture custom-made and made to order products. We continue to make our products with the utmost care and attention to detail by our craftsmen, keeping waste to a minimum. Our products are also available for re-tailoring, such as changing the padding, in order to ensure future use.

Company profileTakaoka Futon Co., Ltd
242, Kintoyoko-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 600-8331, Japan
Industry/Business field：Textile Industry
Number of employees：29
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： 300,000,000

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionOur products and services contribute to the SDGs and ethical consumption. The manufacture of Japanese umbrellas and lighting using traditional craftsmanship contributes to the revitalization of local economies and the preservation of traditional culture. In addition, the use of environmentally friendly materials contributes to the protection of natural resources. Furthermore, by repairing and reusing Japanese umbrellas and other items, we are encouraging a review of the disposable culture that is a problem in our mass consumption society, and promoting sustainable consumption behavior.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Recycling
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic major companiesNone

Overseas business recordYes

Overseas target regionsAsia, Europe, North America, Middle East/Africa
【Priority countries and territories】
-

Overseas basesParis, Singapore, New York

Preferred overseas business type(s)Direct trade

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
CE mark certification for lighting fixtures
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
Japanese Unexamined Patent Application 2008-53037 Japanese umbrella structure lighting fixture
【Licenses, etc.】
Yes

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
2011: MOTO was awarded at the Kansai Design Selection (by METI Kansai); 2011: KASAAN was selected as JCD Product of the Year (by Japanese Society of Commercial Space Designers (now: JCD)); 2008: KOTORI was selected for FORM# AUSGEZEICHNET PRODUKTE (Award of Excellence); 2011: MOTO was selected for iF Product design award, Industry Forum Design Hannover (iF), and many others
【Media coverage】
Kyoto Broadcasting System Company Limited, TV Tokyo Corporation, The Kyoto Shimbun, and many others

Selection for programs, etc.Companies Driving Regional Growth Selectee, Vibrant HABATAKU Small and Medium Enterprises 300 Program

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWe are working towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the production of traditional Japanese umbrellas. We are promoting the revitalization of the local economy and the preservation of culture by supporting the inheritance of local artisan skills and using environmentally friendly materials. We are also involved in projects to develop human resources who can produce local companies and communities in rural areas. In addition, through the promotion of Japanese umbrellas, we aim to respect cultural diversity and realize a sustainable society.

Company profileHIYOSHIYA Co.,Ltd.
546, Dodo-cho, Teranouchidorihorikawahigashiiru, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 602-0072, Japan
Industry/Business field：Other manufacturing
Number of employees：10
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBased on the idea of "mottainai" (too good to waste), we extracted colors from natural materials that have finished their purpose, such as those in bad shape, and created towels with the strong yet gentle colors of vegetables. "SHIZUKU" not only introduces raw materials, but also introduces vegetable producers, and uses QR codes to provide purchasing guidance for vegetables of interest. We not only make towels, but also make products that convey the cotton, feelings of farmers, and the region.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companies FELISSIMO CORPORATION, Hakuhodo Inc. (Earth hacks & Co.,Ltd.), Hotel Nikko, Kansai International Airport Terminal 1 Building, "Kansai Tabi Nikki" Terminal 2 Building, Applause

Overseas business record(Countries: Australia, Taiwan, Germany, America, Hong Kong, England, Singapore) Specialty store

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【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesEnsure sustainable consumption and production patterns. We dye our products using leftovers such as poorly shaped vegetables and alcoholic beverages. We introduce production areas, specialty vegetables, and producers, and use the QR code inside the towel to introduce producers and vegetable purchasing sites, creating circular purchasing opportunities. We are working to grow cotton and make cotton yarn in local communities and schools.

Company profileFUKUROYA TOWEL &Co.,Ltd.
3-37 Asahicho, Izumisano-city Osaka 598-0052, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Towel manufacturing
Number of employees：9
Capital(JPY): 1,700,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe raw materials "rice straw" and "rush" are plants that are produced every year in paddy fields. There is almost no environmental impact due to the manufacturing method, and it has the air purifying effect unique to natural materials. The basic material, tatami flooring, is made from pesticide-free rice straw and is a product certified by the Japan Environmental Association's Eco Mark. The traditional method of sewing with thread allows you to repair damaged tatami covers and edges while leaving the tatami floor intact. By using quality products for a long time, you can contribute to economy and waste reduction.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Long lifespan
• Energy-saving
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional heritage products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesRetail, trading companies, wholesale, preschools (kindergartens, nursery schools)

Overseas business recordFrance, Thailand, Taiwan, China

Overseas target regions‐
【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiatives■In order to create an environment where children can live with smiles, Oshimaya will work on the following nine items as SDGs goals.
What Oshimaya can do.
First, start with the small things that are familiar to you one by one.
■We contribute to a sustainable future through manufacturing.
Both customers and employees. Providing healthy living for people connected to Oshimaya.
■Utilizing traditional techniques in modern times, we are working toward carbon neutrality and building a circular recycling system between production and consumption, and connecting it to the future.
■We will pass on the ecosystem and resources to our children.
Efficiently conduct production and operations, promote power saving and paperless operations.
We will strive to reduce energy usage.
We believe that the spread of rushes around the world will lead to the expansion of rice paddies and greening.
■Providing health and peace of mind for working people. We will create a diverse work environment.
We will create an equal work environment regardless of disability, nationality, or gender, so that you can take care of your time and your family.
We pursue the happiness of everyone involved with Oshimaya.

Company profileOSHIMAYA Co.,Ltd.
852 Nishiachi-cho, Kurashiki-city Okayama 710-0807, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：27
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBrightly colored and gorgeous kimonos are originally something that can be passed down from generation to generation, but in modern times, with the declining birthrate, it has become very difficult to do so. Rather than throw away the traditional Japanese costume, the kimono, we upcycle it, change its shape, pass it on to more people around the world, and provide something that energizes their daily lives, and contribute ethically.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Upcycling

Business record with domestic companiesPermanent stores: THE COVER NIPPON Imperial Hotel store, KIMONO QUEEN ANA InterContinental Hotel Tokyo store and Roppongi Hills store.
Limited time shops: Hanshin Umeda Main Store, Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku Store, JR Nagoya Takashimaya Store, Keio Department Store Shinjuku Store, etc.

Overseas business recordHong Kong, China, Singapore, Malaysia

Overseas target regions‐
【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWe upcycle used kimonos and obi.

Company profilePeak Co.,Ltd
1313 The Harumi Residence, 5-1-17 Harumi, Chuo-ku,Tokyo 104-0053, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Retail of textile, clothing, etc.
Number of employees：-
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe product is upcycled by using Neusilk(Ecosilk), a short fiber made from recycled byproducts such as damaged cocoons. Because our concept is to reduce the impact on the earth as much as possible, we also use paper containing non-wood pulp made from bamboo, vegetable ink, and FSC® certified paper.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Upcycling
• Environmentally-certified products
• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesJR Takashimaya in Nagoya(managed by JR Tokai Takashimaya Co.,Ltd.), minne, Creema

Overseas business recordSingapore, Taiwan, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Greece

Overseas target regions‐
【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesOur company supports SDGs and is actively working on them.
Specific initiatives includes:
① Use of NeuSilk (eco silk),
②Paper made from non-wood pulp blended with bamboo,
③ Use of vegetable ink,
④Efforts to eliminate plastic materials,
⑤ Green Action (activities to increase greenery),
⑥ Use of paper certified under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC® )forest certification system, and
⑦ Use of bags made from certified biomass material (rice bran) and reusable materials for wrapping.

Company profileYUITO Co., Ltd
198-2 Sanbongi Yakata, Ooharu, Amagun, Aichi 4901142, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Planning, manufacturing and sales of knit products
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe collaborate within the region by selling products from local industries, and we contribute to the local community by passing on local traditions and creating jobs. We contribute ethically through these activities and their spread effect. In addition, it is ethical fashion that uses eco-friendly natural materials such as hemp and rush as much as possible, and contributes ethically through consideration for the environment.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companies Mizuno Corporation, Hoshino Resorts Inc., Mori Trust Hotels & Resorts Co.,Ltd.

Overseas business recordFrance, United States, Canada, China, Taiwan, Malaysia

Overseas target regions‐
【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesProviding a comfortable work environment tailored to employees' life stage
Product development using leather as a discarded material
Reduce paper use by digitizing stored documents
Product planning and development using natural and eco-friendly materials

Company profileSAKAGAWA INC.
3439-16 Kanmaki, Kanmaki-cho, Kitakatsuragigun, Nara 639-0214, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：11
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionUntil "MILK CARTON BAG" is created, we involve consumers and create jobs and products using only waste materials in the supply chain from 1 to 5 below.
1)Garbage from consumers ⇒2)Collection (reducing garbage)⇒3)Social welfare corporation continued employment A/B type work request ⇒4)Design and production of products with bag factory technology ⇒5)Buyer ⇒6)Retail store sales ⇒1)Consumer

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companies-

Overseas business recordSingapore "Supermama" museum shop at National Museum of Singapore
* The bag has received high praise for its design at the musemu shop.

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【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesThe company's original products include "earth-friendly bags" made of Japanese paper "Washi". This bag is a paper cloth bag made from cloth woven from Japanese paper "Washi" thread. In order to create ethical products, we develop and sell durable, washable, and long-lasting paper products made of perennial plants that contribute to CO2 emissions reduction.
And for this time, we took on a new challenge to update new product using waste materials. We created 3R tote bags and sacoche made from used milk cartons that look like tanned leather. During processing process, kitchen waste is transformed into new materials and recycled without using new resources. The use of milk cartons also maintains the waterproof function of the product.

Company profileMANYSIDE C
1F 23rd Arai Building, 4-27-8, Minamihanahata, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 1210062, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture and sales of bags, cases, etc.
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionIt was developed in cooperation with Tadafusa, a kitchen knife workshop in the traditional knife production region of Sanjo City and Kaneko Sougyo, a woodworking company. The blades, handles, and outer boxes are all manufactured in Sanjo City. We are also working to contribute to the local community by manufacturing and selling within 10 km of the city. By shortening the transportation distance, we reduced the environmental impact and realized an environmentally friendly manufacturing process.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesIndividual

Overseas business record Japanese Knife Company (London, UK), BEP XINH (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)

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【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWe are contributing to the development of sustainable economic activities by collaborating with local companies that have metalworking technologies to develop and manufacture products, incorporating local features and appeal into products. In our ongoing partnership with welfare facilities, we have commissioned the packing and modification of our core product forged pegs, and for each peg sold, we donate one yen to Sanjo City.

Company profileYamatani Industry Co.,Ltd
2-2-57 Kitanyugura, Sanjo-shi Niigata 9550053, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesale and retail
Number of employees：17
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBased on the concept of fusing natural beauty with traditional techniques, these knives are one-of-a-kind masterpieces created by a blade maker with a century of history and a handle craftsman that continues to create traditional Japanese culture. These knives inherit the Japanese tradition of “resharpening knives,” born from the Japanese culture of “valuing objects,” and unlike mass-produced knives that are replaced when they rust or become old, these are knives that you can use for a lifetime.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesAll individuals.

Overseas business recordAll individuals.

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【Priority countries and territories】
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Overseas bases‐

Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
-
【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
-
【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesTo eliminate the distinction between male and female employees in terms of salary and work duties, we have introduced a personnel evaluation system based on employee equality. We are always thinking, acting and executing to ensure that all employees are motivated to work in their daily duties. This contributes to achieving the SDGs goals of “gender equality,” “decent work and economic growth,” and "reduced inequalities."

Company profileKANAI SANGYO Co. Ltd
1-23-36 Tsukioka, Sanjo-shi Niigata 9550803, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesale of hardware and tools
Number of employees：25
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionRecycling discarded PET bottles into new products will help reduce waste. We have also uniquely developed frames using biomass plastic that decomposes in the soil and sea. We will work to commercialize products that take advantage of these technologies and promote environmentally friendly manufacturing.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesTOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION, ZOFF, Sanyo Shokai., LTD., AEON Co.,Ltd., ALPEN Co.,Ltd., CO/OP, 120,000 pieces/year

Overseas business recordUS, China, South Korea, UK

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Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
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【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
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【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesWhile we hope that plastic is a useful tool for humanity, environmental pollution caused by plastic has become serious in recent years. Our answer is ultra-durable plastics, recycled plastics, and plant-based plastics. We aim to become a top runner in these technologies and strive to make use of them to make products. We aim to "create a prosperous society through plastics," which has been our goal since our founding.

Company profileUCHIDA PLASTIC
3-11 Kawada, Sabae-city, Fukui 9161222, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：20
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThese purely domestically produced colored pencils made through integrated manufacturing from Hinoki thinned logs and the use of precious domestically produced colored cores, have an extremely low environmental impact in terms of carbon footprint. In addition, we are working to reduce our environmental impact thoroughly by not producing any garbage from the logs we purchase, and by not using any petroleum to dry the wood, contributing to our ethical efforts.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesIt is on sale at bookstores in Iwaki City. We also have a track record of delivering them as souvenirs to local governments.

Overseas business record-

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Preferred overseas business type(s)-

Certification, IP, etc.【Certification (FDA, CE marking, etc.)】
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【IP (patents, utility models, etc.)】
None
【Licenses, etc.】
None

Awards & media coverage【Awards】
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【Media coverage】
-

Selection for programs, etc.-

Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiatives・All of the cedar and cypress used as materials are thinned wood produced from the surrounding mountain forests (mainly in Tabito-machi, Iwaki City), with the aim of restoring a sustainable forestry industry.
・We manufacture everything from logs to final products including designs, add value, and sell directly.
・We are working hard to reduce our environmental impact by not producing any garbage from the logs we purchase, and by not using any petroleum to dry the wood.

Company profileIwaki-Takahashi,Inc
95-1 Aza Tsubonouchi, Minamiodaira, Tabito-machi, Iwaki-city Fukushima 974-0153, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture of other wooden products
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): 22,400,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionRice Resin® is a natural rice material that helps save oil resources, contributing to ethical consumption, SDGs goals, and sustainable circular innovation. In addition, the "Rice Ballpoint Pen" has received the "Biomass Mark Certification" from the Japan Organic Resources Association, which certifies it as an environmental product that utilizes plant-derived resources and complies with quality and related laws and regulations.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesCompanies and organizations nationwide

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are developing novelty products that are environmentally friendly. Specifically, we use rice resin®. Rice Resin® is Japan's first biomass plastic made from rice (non-edible). Using our unique technology, we upcycle rice that would otherwise be discarded without being used as feed, such as old rice or crushed rice that is not suitable for human consumption, into plastic. This biomass plastic has the same durability and heat resistance as general petroleum plastic resin, as well as high processing ability that allows it to be used in a wide range of moldings, and has great potential to reduce CO2 emissions as an alternative to plastic.

Company profileYSC Co.,Ltd
2-35-7 Kohoku, Adachi-ku, Tokyo 123-0872, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Planning and manufacturing of novelty goods
Number of employees：4
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBamboo is an excellent sustainable resource that can be harvested in three years. However, in modern society, there are fewer opportunities to use bamboo, and the current situation is that bamboo groves are becoming desolate. Also, if bamboo is not cut down, it will erode neighboring forests, and eventually the entire forest will become a bamboo thicket. Therefore, cutting down bamboo and making effective use of it is a very beneficial activity from the perspective of forest protection, and this product contributes ethically through this activity.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products

Business record with domestic companiesTOKYU HANDS INC.（Nagoya）、Souvenir shop in Osu shopping street、Seki Hamono Museum

Overseas business recordEuro Japan Crossing(France)

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Sustainable development initiativesTrees require 30 years to be harvested, but bamboo is a resource that can be harvested in just 3 years. It can be expected to absorb carbon dioxide during the growth process, and it reproduces quickly, making it very useful as a resource. In the bamboo market, we are planning and developing new types of bamboo products that utilize this bamboo, such as "bamboo paper","bamboo fiber",and "bamboo laminated wood".

Company profileTAKE-ICHIBA CO.,LTD.
277 Utasato-cho, Nishi-ku, Nagoya-city Aichi 452-0807, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesale and retail sales of bamboo materials and bamboo products
Number of employees：5
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBeeswax wrap can be used as a film wrap for food storage and washed and reused repeatedly. By reducing the amount of plastic film wrap used, it can contribute to reducing CO2 emissions. Additionally, beeswax wrap can preserve and keep foods delicious and fresh, it is an ethical product that also contributes to reducing food loss.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Long lifespan
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesハンズ、京阪百貨店、川西阪急、西宮阪急、京都市ふるさと納税返礼品

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have launched our own brand "TAKEDA SENZO Shoten" in 2022 and are developing environmentally friendly products (Beeswax Wrap kit）, and are planning and developing traditional crafts that fit modern lifestyles. Through the sale of beeswax wrap kits, we are promoting the "plastic -free", and working to reduce food loss. Selling traditional crafts that fit modern lifestyles contributes to the passing on of traditional craft techniques.

Company profileTAKEDA Co.,Ltd.
5-147 Hommachishin, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-city, Kyoto 605-0989 JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionSugarcane is one of the world's largest agricultural crops in terms of production volume, with 1.84 billion tons produced each year. Approximately 184 million tons, that is 10% to 20% of 1.84 billion tons of sugarcane, of the pomace "bagasse" are produced during sugar refining. Currently, bagasse is used as fuel and fertilizer in sugar factories, but most of it is disposed of as waste. We contribute to ethical consumption by upcycling and effectively utilizing "bagasse".

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling

Business record with domestic companiesJapan Airlines Co.,Ltd. (OEM contract)

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are contributing to the realization of a sustainable society by upcycling unused resources.

Company profileCurelabo Co.,Ltd.
2-14-17,minatogawa, urazoe-city, Okinawa 901-2134, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 62,200,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe will promote the coexistence, succession and development of the Kumano brush industry, a traditional craft of Hiroshima Prefecture, which has a history of over 180 years. Inheriting the superior traditional techniques and artisanal spirit of Kumano brushes, we develop and provide superior quality makeup brushes to the market.By providing make-up brushes, we decorate and color the minds and lives of people around the world, contribute to society, and strive for the physical and mental happiness and growth of our employees.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesIsetan Mitsukoshi Co., Ltd.; Hankyu Hanshin Department Store, Inc.; Daimaru Matsuzakaya

Overseas business record18 countries, including Europe, the United States, and China

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Sustainable development initiativesIn FY2024, we will start formulating concrete measures assuming the following items:
3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
8: Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation
17: Revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development

Company profileMizuho Brush Co., Ltd.
2-7-35, Hagiwara, Kumano-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima Japan
Industry/Business field：Other manufacturing
Number of employees：25
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionOdorless towels are thin and light, making them less bulky and more convenient to carry than traditional towels. It also dries quickly even if you hang it indoors. When washing, the amount of water and detergent used can be reduced by 50%, and drying time can be reduced by 40% since it dries quickly. This towel requires less resources and time, and is an ethical product that uses only natural fibers.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Energy-saving

Business record with domestic companiesEC, wholesale, direct store sales

Overseas business recordFrance

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Sustainable development initiativesNishisenkoh strives to conserve the natural environment through energy measures and other measures through the development of dyeing technology and products for a sustainable world, thoroughly prevents harassment regardless of gender or nationality, and provides rewarding work through support for childbirth, childcare, and caregivers. In order to create a sustainable environment and actively incorporate the SDGs as a goal of our activities, we will coexist with local industry and society and actively address the issues indicated by the SDGs in order to achieve sustainable development.Our company can produce dyeing, weaving, sewing, and finishing in an integrated production system, and also supports OEM. Additionally, as we are an internationally certified OCS (Organic Content Standard) certified factory, we are also able to handle organic cotton.

Company profileNishisenkoh Co., Ltd.
4-5-1 Minamidaimon-cho, Imabari-city Ehime 794-0027, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Textile industry (excluding garments and other textiles)
Number of employees：60
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe raw materials "rice straw" and "rush" are plants that are produced every year in paddy fields. There is almost no environmental impact due to the manufacturing method, and it has the air purifying effect unique to natural materials. The basic material, tatami flooring, is made from pesticide-free rice straw and is a product certified by the Japan Environmental Association's Eco Mark. The traditional method of sewing with thread allows you to repair damaged tatami covers and edges while leaving the tatami floor intact. By using quality products for a long time, you can contribute to economy and waste reduction.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesCrowdfunding (makuake) was launched from December 2021 to January 2022, and achieved 341% of the set target amount.Since then, it has been sold to individuals.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company was established as a tatami store in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture in 1889. Since then, we have been supported by the local community for 135 years, with the company business creed of "making tatami mats that are good for health and the environment". Tatami, created by the wisdom of the Japanese people 1,000 years ago, is a combination of rice straw tatami flooring and rush tatami facing, sewn together with thread, and has grown together with traditional Japanese culture to this day. We are proud that all of our products make use of natural materials harvested every year and meet typical SDG initiatives. We have recently developed "Waraku TatamiⓇ", the lightest rice straw tatami. We would like you to experience the unique feel and warmth of original tatami.

Company profileWaraku Co., Ltd.
237-6 Sue Kawarayama, Ishinomaki-city Miyagi 987-1221, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Tatami material manufacturing industry, Tatami/Fusuma/Shoji reupholstery business
Number of employees：14
Capital(JPY): 27,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionMade of silicone with a unique coating, "Non-disposable sticky notes" can be written on with an oil-based ballpoint pen and erased with an eraser or your fingers, allowing you to take notes repeatedly. The back side is an adsorption sheet that can be pasted and removed many times. It will not bend or tear like paper sticky notes. By making products usable over and over again, we contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Long lifespan

Business record with domestic companiesHands, Loft, and other stationery stores

Overseas business recordStationery stores (Countries: France, Taiwan, Hong Kong, America)

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company aims to become "Non-disposable'' and is working towards the realization of a sustainable society by utilizing our technological capabilities to make various items that were previously thrown away as a matter of course reusable over and over again. We are working on various activities aimed at realizing a sustainable society.

Company profileCOSMOTEC CO.,LTD
5-5-35, Nishiki-cho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo 190-0022, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：42
Capital(JPY): 60,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe fabric used in this product is made from scraps received from a nearby furniture manufacturer and is very pleasant to the touch. Factoring in the manufacturing process and the fact that we are an employment support facility, all of our business embodies the SDGs and ethical behavior. In addition to making the most of "unused resources," we contribute to the effective use of local resources and the succession of traditions and skills.

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• Upcycling
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have a multifunctional office that operates Type A and Type B employment continuity support with the aim of realizing a society in which everyone, disabled and non-disabled, can shine as their own person, based on the community as a foundation for welfare practice. In addition to growing strawberries, our company manufactures and sells processed foods from nonstandard fruits produced in Oita Prefecture in order to make the most of “unused resources” in society. The goal is to make use of the labor force from Employment Continuity Support and the "traditional skills" passed down in Beppu's Kannawa Onsen hot springs.

Company profileRe-Born LLC
228-1, Furo-no-Moto, Kannawa, Beppu-shi, Oita 8740044, Japan
Industry/Business field：Welfare Services for Persons with Disabilities (Employment Continuity Support Types A and B)
Number of employees：38
Capital(JPY): -
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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionOur products are made exclusively from recyclable materials such as paper and PET. In addition, the use of energy-efficient LEDs reduces power consumption. It is possible to change it into various designs by replacing the panels. You can enjoy it semi-permanently because you never get bored. This product will lead to upcycling in the unlikely event that it is not needed.

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• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Energy-saving
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have stopped use of plastic by using panels that are made of vulcanized fiber, a cellulose nanofiber material made from paper. It is lightweight, stronger than paper, has good workability for cutting and bending, pressing, and machining, and has heat resistance and insulation. We create environmentally friendly products by using bulb-type LEDs made of PET materials. We use iron for the frames to create recyclable products.

Company profileUPPER'Z
Suda apartment 102, 192-1 Shinshuku, Shimizu-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka 4110901, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): -
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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis product reproduces the roughness of a cat's tongue by utilizing the tool-making techniques inherited by Wataoka, a sanding manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Nekojasuri is long-lasting, not consumable, and from a broader view, we aim for a 'lifestyle that is kind to cats, people, communities and the environment.' We also campaign to donate a portion of the proceeds to conservation cat activities.

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• Long lifespan
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

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Sustainable development initiativesThe most important thing when making products is that they are things that connect people, communities and the future. We are working to create products that are not disposable and ad hoc, but that can be used for a long time and that will make our lives and bodies healthier over time. We are also committed to preserving, passing on and reflecting ancient traditions to the present day.

Company profileWataoka Co.,Ltd
12-20, NigataNishigami-cho, Kure-shi, Hiroshima 7370145, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：7
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionCurrently, surplus materials from the wetsuit production process are discarded, but by reusing them as pet clothing, resource loss can be reduced and resources can be efficiently consumed, contributing to ethical consumption. Because we use discarded materials, we can provide at a lower cost than those for human use. Collecting material is also not a concern, as our representative has competed in national surfing competitions and can make use of his name recognition and contacts.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Energy-saving

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Sustainable development initiativesビーチクリーンや、環境配慮型商品を取り扱うことで、人と環境にやさしい安心・安全な製品を提供しています。また、環境配慮型商品の利用を進めることで生物多様性と海の保全に取り組んでいます。オーダーメイドでの受注生産を進めることで、無駄な生産を行わず、アフターケアを含め製造工程におけるCO２の排出量削減に取り組んでいます。

Company profilesurf shop USA
2-1-27-2 Suehiro, Tokushima-shi, Tokushima 7700866, Japan
Industry/Business field：Retail
Number of employees：-
Capital(JPY): -
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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe upcycle the bags and raw materials that were supposed to be thrown away and use them to the end. It does not require a lot of energy because it keeps the original product intact. Sanitary bags are required regardless of age or gender. To help everyone live comfortably, the zipper prevents odors from escaping and the contents cannot be seen, so it can be carried safely, providing peace of mind to those who feel anxious about going out because they have no place to throw things away.This sanitary bag is "friendly" to both people and the planet.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesIntroduced as a hotel amenity in the Kansai area

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Sustainable development initiativesBags have come to have a negative image with plastics due to global warming, ocean pollution and other factors. However, bags are necessary to deliver safety and security to customers and live comfortably.We thought it was necessary to increase the value of bags in order to make a good life for everyone regardless of gender, age or culture through bags. We plan and sell environmentally friendly bags that are useful to people.

Company profileSherpack Co.,Ltd.
1-22-6 Kamikita, Hirano-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 5470001, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing wholesale
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 5,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis environmentally friendly product is made from 100% recycled polyester. With consideration for house dust and allergies, this product is feather-light and, combined with a smooth satin fabric, fluffy to the touch, providing a comfortable and clean sleep. With an easy-to-disassemble structure that also considers post-use recycling, these ethical products support a sustainable lifestyle.

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• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Long lifespan
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesKurabo Industries Ltd., Texet Limited

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Sustainable development initiativesWe use a make-to-order method because we want to deliver freshly made futons. Ethical Down Rich products made from artificial feathers AirFlake®, which do not damage the global environment and do not use too many resources, contribute to sustainable living by delivering good quality and comfortable sleep. In order to promote ethical consumption, we will promote the creation of value-added products from recycling to upcycling and the creation of products with structures that are easy to dismantle (recycle).

Company profileIshiken Co., Ltd.
244 Kamiyamamori, Ekiya-cho, Fukuyama-shi, Hiroshima 7201142, Japan
Industry/Business field：Bedding manufacturing
Number of employees：9
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe can use it every day without any hesitation. These are the ethics we want to propose to our customers. The hardwood and hardwood forests we use don't need to be planted by humans, but are raised by squirrels.We feel comfortable every day using the ethical material of wood, and we are not nervous about the word “ethical”. And we hope you will feel it by using it every day instead of decorating.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Carbon neutrality
• Upcycling
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesDepartment stores throughout Japan such as Sogo and Takashimaya

Overseas business recordKonmari

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Sustainable development initiativesFor more than 20 years, we have been working hard to make our products under the slogan, "Without strain or waste, until it returns to the earth." The wood-shaping blade is made by the craftsman who uses it and his own hands (blade forging). Scrap wood is produced in the manufacturing process. The scrap wood is burned into charcoal and used for blade forging to shave wood. The ashes are then scattered in the fields and returned to the soil.

Company profileSONOBE SANGYO CO., LTD.
867-8 Kuwahara, Odawara-shi, Kanagawa 2500861, Japan
Industry/Business field：Wooden products manufacturing
Number of employees：10
Capital(JPY): 42,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionVegan Brush is a makeup brush made without animal hair. Nowadays, it has become more difficult to obtain animal hair as a material for Kumano brushes. In order to preserve the culture of Kumano brushes in perpetuity, Koyudo has made synthetic fibers similar to animal hair, resulting in a product that feels just as good to use. The packaging is made from bagasse pulp, which is made from sugarcane residue, and is a product that addresses the SDGs.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

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Sustainable development initiativesWe work to protect and promote production areas and use recycled materials. Aiming for an environmentally friendly, circular economy, we use plant-based artificial hair and upcycled materials for our brushes. We raise awareness of the environmental impact by using wood from thinning forests within the prefecture for the handles, and also conduct educational activities to spread the culture of Kumano brushes around the world by giving lectures to schools and companies.

Company profileKOYUDO CO.,LTD
6-6-28 Dekiniwa, Kumano-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima 7314221, Japan
Industry/Business field：Hair brush and makeup brush manufacturing
Number of employees：92
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe use high-quality paper with virtually zero CO2 emissions thanks to carbon offsetting. In addition, it is possible to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 2.17 tons per ton by reusing the ink from the printer's dead stock. In addition, we upcycle plum seeds from industrial waste, adding deodorizing and moisture control effects and a luxurious feel. It is an ethical product that is environmentally and human friendly.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesCrowdfunding (Makuake) to sell.Adopted as an original university product.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe use paper made from discarded rice for our own business cards and use notebooks created in collaboration with four companies, including ours, to raise environmental awareness.In addition, we purchase environmentally friendly paper, ink, and other materials from various suppliers, and are working to achieve SDGs management. We also recommend that companies that are considering doing so use printed materials that use these raw materials.

Company profileToshin Printing Co., Ltd.
1-8-26, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 5310076, Japan
Industry/Business field：Printing industry
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Number of employees：3
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionProduced by companies and people based in Hiroshima. The raw materials used are all natural materials, including Japanese cherry trees, hair and lacquer. We use hair that is a byproduct of meat and is more than half a century old, so it has not claimed new lives. These products are not mechanized or mass-produced, but are made entirely by hand by craftsmen, and have a long service life that has been tested for over 10 years.

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• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Long lifespan
• Upcycling
• Regional cooperative products

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Sustainable development initiativesThe hair used for Bunshindou brushes is made from hair that has been aged for more than 50 years from animal hair, a byproduct of meat. Instead of mechanization, each of the more than 70 processes is carried out by hand by a single craftsman, making full use of the mixing characteristic of Kawajiri brushes, a traditional craft. The brushes made in this way are ones that can be used for decades and handed down to the next generation.

Company profileHata Bunshindou
1-5-35 Harayama, Kawajiri-cho, Kure-shi, Hiroshima 7372601, Japan
Industry/Business field：Brush manufacturing
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): -
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe use biomass plastic raw materials with added eggshells. Eggshells are raw materials that make effective use of waste resources that can be sustainably supplied in Japan, so they can be produced at a low cost and can be reused. Furthermore, since CO2 is generated by incineration or landfill when disposed of, it can be used as a raw material for products to help prevent global warming and create a recycling-oriented society.

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• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional cooperative products

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Sustainable development initiativesIn order to reduce CO2 emissions, we are promoting development to transition from petroleum-based raw materials used in plastic production to biomass plastics and renewable materials. We study resin processing using environmentally friendly raw materials, with the goal of reducing time and material loss and increasing production efficiency, thereby contributing to climate change countermeasures by reducing petroleum-derived resources.

Company profileTSUBOYO Co., Ltd
21-4, Suwama, Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui 9101222, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：11
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBy combining plant-derived ingredients from our local Shiga prefecture, we are using local products and addressing waste loss. Contains sake lees extract extracted from sake lees produced during the sake brewing process using Omi rice. It also contains komenuka (rice bran) extract extracted from komenuka, a byproduct of rice polishing. It also contains chaba (tea leaf) extract extracted from Asamiya tea leaves from our local Shiga prefecture.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companies L’Hotel du Lac (Hotel), BEONE (Shinjuku Marui Main Store),Cocoshiga Nihombashi store, h&b Co., Ltd.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe reuse plant-derived ingredients, including those locally produced in Shiga Prefecture, as hair and skin care products (Asamiya tea/tea leaf extract, Omi rice/rice bran extract, sake lees extract, "chaba extract" from Asamiya tea, produced in Asamiya, one of the oldest tea producing regions in Japan, and "sake lees extract" and "rice bran extract" made from "Omi rice" produced in Shiga Prefecture, which is made up of the mountain ranges surrounding Lake Biwa and land rich in nature). In addition, the product packaging uses aluminum refills and biomass bottles, which are environmentally friendly.

Company profileHirose Holdings Co., Ltd.
1705-1, Ichi, Aisho-cho, Echi-gun, Shiga 5291313, Japan
Industry/Business field：Beauty industry
Number of employees：14
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis product is a unique incense that combines traditional techniques with new ideas. By preserving traditional techniques and creating value-added products by integrating with new technologies, we create local jobs and stimulate the local economy. We support ethical consumption by promoting sustainable consumption and production during the manufacturing process by reducing waste by 95% through the reuse of non-standard goods.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesBalnibarni Co., Ltd.; Marui Co., Ltd.; Sogo & Seibu Co., Ltd.; Pasona Furusato Inc.

Overseas business recordIPPINKA

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are committed to SDGs Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy, 8: Decent work and economic growth, and 12: Responsible consumption and production. We use 100% clean energy to power our factories and strive to pass on incense manufacturing technology to local industries. We also aim for sustainable development by achieving a 95% waste reduction through the reuse of non-standard products.

Company profileShinkou Co., Ltd.
191-1, Murotsu, Awaji-shi, Hyogo 6561606, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：9
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe ceramic cups can be washed and reused, so compared to disposable paper or plastic cups, they are a product that handles environmental issues, such as reducing plastic waste, and is also healthy. It also comes with a lid, so it's safe even if you end up not drinking some of it. If it cools down, you can reheat it in the microwave to drink it deliciously again.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Long lifespan
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesKo-ba Jukkaten

Overseas business record1-81 Agency (North America)

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Sustainable development initiativesPorcelain soil is dug from layers millions of years old. In order to carefully use the naturally created clay, the leftover soil created during production is regenerated and used by kneading again. In addition, products that were not deemed suitable for sale when inspected after production were previously disposed of as industrial waste. Now they are recycled for various purposes, such as by crushing them and incorporating them into cardboard base paper.

Company profileSOUZYUEN.INC
24, Sugitsuka, Seto-shi, Aichi 4890822, Japan
Industry/Business field：Porcelain
Number of employees：7
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe production of acrylic sheets uses petroleum, raising concerns about its environmental impact. We can save oil resources by introducing eco-friendly post-consumer recycled acrylic materials, made by collecting unwanted acrylic materials and containing crushed, dissolved and refined pellets. It eliminates the need for new mining and processing, saves energy and resources, and reduces carbon dioxide emissions during manufacturing, reducing environmental impact.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Environmentally-certified products

Business record with domestic companiesOur own online shop, Amazon

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Sustainable development initiativesAiming to realize a plastic recycling society, we are working to develop products using acrylic plates containing recycled materials. Recycled acrylic plates are eco-marked domestic products and have almost the same physical properties as new acrylic materials and are handled the same as conventional acrylic materials. Compared to ordinary acrylic plates, carbon dioxide generation during creation and final treatment can be suppressed. Used acrylic plates can be reused to conserve petroleum resources.

Company profileTHE FUJI industrial Art, Inc.
2-7-21, Hikawadai, Nerima-ku, Tokyo 1790084, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：7
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionHandmade one by one by Onigawara craftsmen called onishi who inherit traditional techniques. Unfired B grade items and waste produced during roof tiles production are returned to clay and reused to create beautiful interior and exterior products with reduced waste. Tile coasters can be dried and reused as many times as needed so long as they do not break, thus supporting ethical consumption.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesBroad sales record such as OEM production, companies and commemorative project gift for government anniversary

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Sustainable development initiativesWe use high-quality clay made from locally produced natural materials that are free from asbestos. We contribute to the living environment of Japan by continuing and developing while inheriting the manufacturing technology of clay tiles that change to 100% soil. In addition, the Ibushi Gallery Garo has opened for end users and tourists to introduce Awaji Onigawara, a traditional Awaji Island craft.

Company profileTatsumi corporation
976, Tsui, Minamiawaji-shi, Hyogo 6560341, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): 59,100,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe PBT bristles (polybutylene terephthalate) used in Moreclean toothbrushes are elastic, slow to open, and dry quickly , so they can be used for a long clean life. Moreclean toothbrush is clean and long-lasting, reaching effortlessly from between teeth to periodontal pockets, and is gentle on gums and ideal for plaque removal, making it an ethical product.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional heritage products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companies J. Morita Corp., Japan Dental Supply Corp.

Overseas business recordImports from South Korea, China, Germany, USA

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Sustainable development initiativesDental health leads to full body health. We make and deliver toothbrushes, cavity testing drugs and more to deliver a healthy long life for everyone. By providing more effective and easy-to-use oral hygiene products, we are committed to extending healthy lifespans so that people live healthier lives.

Company profileWilldent Co,LTD
3-7-22, Nishitenma, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 5300047, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing and sales
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionPACOON is a product born out of thought for food education and environmental issues. These colorful and cute spoon-shaped cookies nurture children’s interest in vegetables. After a snack, even the spoon goes down the hatch. “Oh, there’s less trash!” It helps reduce single-use plastics and raises awareness of the environment. This spoon is firm enough to chew properly, and it is a delicious, fun and healthy way to learn.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Upcycling
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesKokubu Group Corp. Head Office, Itochu-Shokuhin Co., Ltd.

Overseas business recordCity Super Japan Ltd. (Hong Kong), Tokyo Mutual Trading Co., Ltd. (USA)

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Sustainable development initiativesWe at Kinroshoku agree with the philosophy and goals of the SDGs to achieve a sustainable and better world, and we will contribute to their realization. We will continue to search for and practice things we can do through food, not only through cafeteria management and food education that contributes to people’s health and happiness, but also through collaboration with companies, young people, and students that have a future, as well as planning, developing, and selling edible spoons branded as “PACOON”.

Company profileKINROSYOKU　Co.,Ltd
5th Floor, Fuji Building, 3 - 3 Aioi-cho, Kariya-shi Aichi 4480027, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Contract meal service
Number of employees：230
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionJapan's forests are becoming overgrown due to lack of use.
By using domestic thinning, we create forests that absorb CO2 through the cycle of "planting," "cutting" and "using." By developing forested mountains, we contribute to the richness of the mountains (surrounding water system) and thereby the richness of the sea (marine ecosystem). By using dishes and chopsticks that are not single-use, we can also reduce waste.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesKibun Foods Inc.; Takara Shuzo Co., Ltd.; TOPPAN Inc.

Overseas business recordNOBU Restaurants (USA, Europe, Middle East)

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Sustainable development initiativesBy stably using domestic timber, we promote the use of thinned timber scraps, and plan, manufacture, and sell products that take into account the richness of the mountains, which is equal to the marine ecosystem. We are a certified company for Kizukai Nippon, a mark of environmental contribution awarded by the Forestry Agency to products made using domestic timber and to companies that sell such products.By regularly requesting the SELP social work centers to perform light work, inspect chopsticks, and perform manual processing, we are working to create an environment where people who find it difficult to do regular work can work.

Company profileKOBE HASHIMAN Co,.Ltd.
12-25 Takamatsu-cho, Hyogo-ku, Kobe-shj Hyogo 6520874, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Planning, manufacturing and sales of chopsticks and other tableware
Number of employees：25
Capital(JPY): 30,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis product is made by upcycling waste materials such as hand straps, diaphragms, seats and sunscreen curtains from retired trains into bags and sundries as new items. We make ethical products that reduce industrial waste and are environmentally friendly without wasting resources, and the special feeling of being able to carry items made using train parts is very valuable for railway enthusiasts.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling

Business record with domestic companiesMizuno Corporation.; You I K.K.; DoggyMan H.A. Co., Ltd.; Osaka Metro Co., Ltd., Kobe Municipal Transportation Bureau; etc.

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Sustainable development initiatives「With a strong desire to help everyone in society, we endorse the Declaration of Decarbonized Management promoted by Osaka Prefecture and manufacture bags that are environmentally friendly. As part of our efforts to achieve the SDGs, we are upcycling fire hoses, which are industrial waste, and train waste from retired trains, and are developing products jointly planned with facilities for people who have disabilities. We also support the activities of CIESF, a public interest incorporated foundation that supports education for the future of Cambodia and other developing countries.

Company profileSUNWARD Co., Ltd
2-3 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka-shi Osaka 5430071, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：29
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe products utilize a traditional Japanese textile, sashiko weave fabric. Sashiko weave is a durable cotton textile made of thick fabric decoratively stitched with threads to reinforce and moisturize the fabric. It is very strong and durable.Everything from yarn to manufacturing is done locally by Niigata companies.We make effective use of materials and contribute to society by outsourcing to facilities for people with disabilities.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesFujioka Dye Factory, Leruhi Co., Ltd.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe process scraps from the manufacture of jackets and aprons, our main products, which are made from traditional Japanese sashiko weave fabric, into flat caps, bottle bags and coasters, and sell them under the lifestyle brand chess. Manufacturing is outsourced to facilities for people with disabilities and the like.

Company profileKAMEKONYA Co.,Ltd.
10-20 Sekinancho, Chuo-ku, Niigata-shi Niigata 9518144, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Product planning and sales
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionSamurai helmets are aimed at foreigners who love Japanese culture and can be used as interior decoration that inherits Japanese culture. The craftsmen make use of the techniques of temple and shrine carving, which is made by combining small parts without using large materials, and use the leftover wood from the production of the helmets for the production and repair of other products, thus preventing the overuse of natural resources.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesAoyama Mikoshi, Akeda Sairei, Royal Stage, Tokushima City Furusato Tax Payment, motto2022

Overseas business recordSUPER DELIVERY (worldwide), ZenPlus

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Sustainable development initiativesThe wood we handle is sourced mainly from Tokushima Prefecture and other parts of Japan. Despite the recent decline in shipments and production due to cheap imports, the use of local timber plays a role in sustainable forest management and revitalizing the local economy. We produce catalogs and e-commerce sites to expand sales channels and increase awareness. We make one-of-a-kind helmets for custom orders and they have been loved by customers for many years.

Company profileIkawa Sculpture co.ltd
3-1-56 Suehiro, Tokushima-shi Tokushima 7700866, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wooden products manufacturing
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionEgg Liquid Fertilizer Organable is made by reusing eggshell membranes recovered from egg-breaking factories. Product bottles contain eggshells that remain after eggshell membranes are collected, reducing the amount of plastic used. By procuring the precious eggshell membrane - of which only about 0.1g can be obtained from each egg - using a unique business model, we are able to offer it at a price similar to that of general chemical fertilizers.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling

Business record with domestic companiesMitsubishi Shoji Agri-Service Corporation, Mitsui & Co. Plastics Ltd.

Overseas business recordVietnam

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Sustainable development initiativesWe purchase eggshells, which were conventionally disposed of as industrial waste, from egg-breaking factories across the country, and manufacture liquid fertilizer from amino acids extracted from eggshell membranes. By using the effects of amino acids, we make it possible to reduce the amount of chemical fertilizers used while securing similar or higher crop yields, contributing to the realization of sustainable agriculture. Eggshells that remain after eggshell membranes are collected are also reused as raw materials for plastic and wallpaper.

Company profileENEGGO Co., Ltd.
1539-1 Kakihisa, Nabeshima machi, Saga-shi, Saga 8490031, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：5
Capital(JPY): 159,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBy extracting and utilizing "marine saponins" from starfish that were discarded after causing damage to fisheries, we are upcycling them into products that are useful to people and create value. Marine saponin is very compatible with soap dough, and with the added efficacy of the glycerin ingredient contained in it, it was born as a creamy soap that lathers well. It has a direct effect on rough skin.

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• Upcycling
• Barrier-free / Universal design

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Sustainable development initiativesStarfish are a nuisance in the ocean that cause damage to fisheries. We extracted marine saponin from the starfish and discovered that it acts as a repellent for crows and seagulls. We print it on tape and stickers and sell it as a product that helps prevent damage from birds and animals. It also has an antibacterial effect against fungi, and when mixed into soap, it is upcycled into a soap that prevents scabies and athlete's foot.

Company profileHokkaido Environmental Biotechnology Sector Co., Ltd.
Esther Royale Building 1F 19-291 Minami1jonisi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city Hokkaido 0600061, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：7
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionPasima Baby Sleeper is a product suitable for the delicate skin of babies. The safe material, which does not contain any harmful substances and does not easily generate dust, is made of absorbent cotton and gauze, and supports a comfortable sleep for babies who are not good at regulating their body temperature. It absorbs sweat well and releases moisture, protecting delicate skin of babies. The soft texture keeps your baby comfortable and helps them fall into a deep sleep quickly.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesIt is available at bedding stores, department stores, mail order stores, online shops, hometown tax donations, etc. nationwide.

Overseas business recordWe are currently developing sales channels in France.

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Sustainable development initiatives■We procure raw materials such as thread and cotton, and produce all processes in-house at our own factory in the same town, including weaving, cotton milling, dyeing, scouring, and sewing. This allows us to reduce transportation costs due to outsourced processing and the amount of fuel required for transportation.
■The company manufactures bedding made from absorbent cotton that does not contain any harmful substances, and is certified to Oeko-Tex Class I, a global safety standard. We contribute to the health of our customers with products that allow everyone from babies to those with allergies to sleep with peace of mind.
■Wastewater is discharged in a septic tank so as not to adversely affect the environment.
■Sixty percent of our employees are women, contributing to the creation of local jobs in a working environment where both men and women can play active roles.

Company profileRYUGU Co., Ltd.
278 Niiharu, Yoshii-machi, Ukiha-city Fukuoka 839-1306, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Bedding manufacturing
Number of employees：47
Capital(JPY): 28,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionMany parents use a variety of products to deal with their baby's skin problems. It can't be helped to consume products you need, but consuming products you don't know if you really need is wasteful from an eco-friendly perspective. By using the suggested products to keep your baby's skin and body refreshed, you can choose the products you really need.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Energy-saving

Business record with domestic companiesOwn sales, treatment clinics

Overseas business recordHong Kong

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Sustainable development initiativesMost commercially available sap sheets are individually wrapped. We have long considered this individual packaging to be wasteful and have abolished it for our products. Without individual packaging, products would absorb moisture, but we have eliminated the effects of moisture by using aluminum zipper bags that do not allow moisture to pass through.

Company profileWanwan Co,. Ltd.
2-6-37-2 , Imaizumi, Fuji-city, Shizuoka 417-0001, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 3,500,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionSamurai bags are manufactured using Kyoto doll armor manufacturing techniques, which are known as a traditional craft of Kyoto, and are products that allow you to feel the noble spirit of Bushido in your daily life. In addition, we use braided cord from Kyoto, and everything from material procurement to processing is done locally. Therefore, it is an ethical product that contributes to the inheritance of traditional crafts and the development of local industry.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesMitsukoshi Isetan, Takashimaya, Uji City, Shinobiya.com, Kyoto Prefectural Products Association, etc.

Overseas business recordTaiwan, China, France, Singapore, Qatar, etc. Taipei Sogo

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Sustainable development initiativesWe create products using traditional craft techniques handed down in Kyoto. Specifically, the samurai bag "MITSUNARI" that will be exhibited this time is a new series that has been developed to be easy to use even in modern times by applying the Kyoto doll armor making technique, which is known as a traditional craft of Kyoto, Japan. Feel the spirit of the samurai, which is embedded in the Japanese genes, in your daily life. In addition, everything from material procurement to processing is handled locally. In this way, through manufacturing, we are contributing to the continuation, development, and inheritance of traditional industries.

Company profileMIYAKE Co;Ltd
103-53 Minamihoriike, Ogura-Cho, Uji-city Kyoto 611-0042, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture and sale of Kyoto dolls and Japanese miscellaneous goods
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): 5,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption1.By popularizing Japanese tatami culture, we will contribute to maintaining and conserving traditional culture.
2.The product's material is rush, which is an organic natural material, and contributes to creating opportunities for people to come into contact with things derived from nature.
3.By creating an opportunity to reconsider the way we live with tatami and contributing to environmental education, we will contribute to the realization of an ethical society.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

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Sustainable development initiativesWe manufacture and sell tatami, a traditional Japanese craft, as interior accessories, recreating the value of traditional beauty. We also sell kits for making tatami mats yourself and provides technical guidance. In addition to simply selling products, we are also working on passing down traditional techniques, dissemination, and educational activities. We have devised ways to make Japanese tatami culture easily accessible to people in Europe and the United States, and are contributing to the creation of an opportunity for an organic lifestyle.

Company profileSonata Co., Ltd.
657-8 Nishi-Miwa, Kitami-city Hokkaido 090-0838, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Furniture and fittings manufacturing industry
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionUnlike chemical fibers derived from petroleum, wool is a renewable resource that ultimately returns to the soil, and unlike microplastics, it does not pollute the ocean or have a negative impact on the food chain. It is an environmentally friendly resource. Wool offers many comforts thanks to its excellent properties. At the end of its useful life as a product, the wool is not disposed of as garbage, but given a new life in search of a new role.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesRomance Kosugi Co., Ltd., Showa Nishikawa Co., Ltd., France Bed Co., Ltd., Yamajin Bussan Co., Ltd., Catalog House Co., Ltd., Ige Kobo Co., Ltd., Senshukai Co., Ltd.

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Sustainable development initiativesAt our company, we are implementing initiatives to thoroughly reduce waste generated from our manufacturing processes, and we do not discard anything that can be reused as garbage. With the cooperation of suppliers and collection companies, we will thoroughly recycle other waste materials without turning them into garbage (waste) as much as possible. In addition, we are building a recycling project with the aim of collecting all products manufactured by our company and recycling them into recycled carpets, fertilizers, etc. in the future.

Company profileDAIE WOOL CO,LTD
27 Ichinotsubo, Makisimacho, Uji-city Kyoto 611-0041, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Bedding manufacturing industry
Number of employees：15
Capital(JPY): 24,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionA lantern kit unique to Fukui that uses Echizen washi paper, a traditional craft with a history of 1,500 years. At Itoya, we have been holding a "lantern making experience" for some time so that people can experience Fukui Prefecture's local traditional crafts up close. This kit was created when it became difficult for customers to come to our stores during the coronavirus pandemic, and we thought there was another way to increase interest in Mikuni lanterns.

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• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesdomestic commercial facilities

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Sustainable development initiativesFounded in 1791 (Kansei 3) in Mikuni-cho, Sakai City. We are one of the few lantern workshops in the country that fully manufacture lanterns. We deliver a variety of beautiful and long-lasting lanterns to all over the country, with a focus on careful handwork by craftsmen. Mikuni chouchin, which continues to preserve traditional techniques, has been designated as a local traditional craft of Fukui Prefecture. While conveying the charm of chouchin, which is essential to Japan's original scenery and festival culture, we are also challenging the fields of art and interior design, expanding the possibilities of chouchin.

Company profileMikuni Chouchin Itoya
2-3-29 Minami-Honcho, Mikuni-cho, Sakai-city Fukui 913-0045, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture, repair and sale of lanterns, etc.
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): -
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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionIt is an ethical product with the following features: ①The dog food must be additive-free, safe, and produced in Hokkaido. ②By upcycling the glutinous barley skin (bran), which is normally discarded, it contributes to reducing waste and reducing environmental impact. ③Containers that take disaster prevention into consideration for pets are used, are easy to store and stockpile, and can be used as tableware for pets.

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• Upcycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesVeterinary hospitals, medical equipment sales companies, campgrounds that also serve as disaster prevention bases, etc.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe upcycle dog food using bran, the skin of glutinous barley that is normally discarded, and substandard vegetables as raw materials. We are contributing to achieving the SDGs by reducing waste.

Company profileLLC Turezure
6-2428-13-404, 7jodori, Asahikawa-city Hokkaido 070-0027, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Food, feed and beverage manufacturing industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 100,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis tumbler is made of Echizen lacquerware, a traditional craft from Fukui Prefecture, and is an ethical product. In addition, by promoting the use of tumblers, we will contribute to reducing the amount of disposable containers used and discarded. During a relaxing afternoon at home or at a cafe, please experience the extraordinary goodness of a tumbler with the gentle touch that is unique to lacquer.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesDepartment stores and specialty stores

Overseas business recordChina, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Germany

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Sustainable development initiativesEchizen lacquerware, centered in Kawada, Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, has a division of labor throughout the region, and various processes such as base preparation, painting, and decoration are highly specialized to produce beautiful and durable pieces. At our company, we each have specialized craftsmen, including one first-class engineer and one traditional craftsman who pass on traditional techniques. Another feature is that there are many young staff members. While respecting the skills and tradition of highly trained craftsmen, we approach new things with free ideas and create products that meet modern needs.

Company profileTSUCHINAO SIKKI CO,.LTD
214 Nishibukurocho, Sabae-city Fukui 916-1221, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Lacquerware
Number of employees：15
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption"URUSHI POKETLE" is made using lacquer, a natural material, so you can enjoy the unique patina that changes over time the more you use it. In addition, scratches, fading, and cracks can be repaired with re-lacquer. Lacquerware has a long history as part of a sustainable lifestyle that values things. We hope this product will help you achieve that goal.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesTemple memorabilia, commercial facilities

Overseas business record（Taiwan) Delivered as part of a gift set to local hotel personnel.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company has been manufacturing Echizen lacquerware mainly for tea ceremony utensils for 90 years. In recent years, in addition to tea utensils, we have also been working on creating products that suit modern lifestyles. An example of this is the "URUSHIPOKETLE" featured here. This is a water bottle that was carefully handcrafted one by one using genuine lacquer by the artisans of Fukui Prefecture's traditional craft, Echizen Lacquerware. Enjoy the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship with you in a natural lacquer water bottle.

Company profileNakano Corporation
10-1-1 Azodacho, Sabae-city Fukui 916-1224, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Lacquerware, tea utensils, manufacturing and sales
Number of employees：13
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionSuper Nano Bubble Tornada increases the cleaning ability of the attached product by generating extremely small nano bubbles. Therefore, just by using it on a daily basis, you can reduce the amount of detergent used and the amount of water required for cleaning, and the amount of electricity that is generated accordingly. This is an ethical product that contributes to reducing environmental impact.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Carbon neutrality
• Recycling
• Long lifespan

Business record with domestic companiesMajor domestic wholesalers and electronics retailers

Overseas business recordWholesale sales to local distributors/local direct sales. Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia: Cross-border e-commerce sales] [Vietnam: Sales through distributors.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have renovated our own showroom and are running a non-profit facility that has two functions: a "free tourist information center" and a "free exhibition gallery." The gallery mainly focuses on "Hokkaido Art Brut Works" and provides its space free of charge to the Hokkaido Art Brut Council. Based on the concept of "Supporting those who take on challenges", we aim to be a new place for exchange and transmission, where people from different cultures and languages can easily gather, regardless of genre, such as business or community, and connect Hokkaido with the world. "Socially meaningful items" and "exciting and fun items" are also exhibited irregularly.

Company profileNAKAHARA DENKI Co.,Ltd.
Sapporo Wing Bld. 1F,2-29-1 Kita2jou Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city, Hokkaido 060-0002, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：総合商社
Number of employees：5
Capital(JPY): 26,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis is a local product made in the Echizen lacquerware production area, which has a history of about 1500 years. Each of our products, which are simple and beautiful spherical lacquered vessels, are handmade by craftsmen and are finished by carefully sawing the wood using the traditional potter's wheel technique. Because we use domestically produced keyaki wood, each piece has a different grain, making it a product that takes advantage of the unique texture of natural materials.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesOnline shop, shop selling funeral supplies

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Sustainable development initiativesThe Kawada district of Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, where Hirose is located, is a peaceful town surrounded by mountains and is a production center for Echizen lacquerware with a history of approximately 1,500 years. The characteristic of Echizen lacquerware is that it is not considered a traditional craft, but rather is lacquerware that is used on a daily basis in people's daily lives. In Kawada, our company manufactures and sells lacquerware for both commercial and household use, with the vision of contributing to the inheritance and transformation of Japanese culture through lacquerware.

Company profileHirose CO., LTD.
6-1 Katayama-cho, Sabae-city Fukui 916-1223, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing, wholesaling, planning, development, sales, and lacquerware repair services for commercial and household lacquerware
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis is a local product made from silk produced by silkworms carefully raised in the lush greenery of Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture. The mulberry leaves that feed the silkworms are also environmentally friendly, using natural fertilizers such as pesticide-free wood chips. Utilizing naturally derived active ingredients contained in silk, this product is not only environmentally friendly, but also human-friendly and can be used by people of all ages.

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• Recycling
• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesHotel (amenity)/major EC site

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Sustainable development initiatives“Passing the baton of a beautiful earth to the next generation” "Adults' responsibility to create and use"
Using silk, a naturally derived raw material, we create products that are gentle on nature and can be used by everyone from babies to the elderly. The silk we use is made from silkworms carefully raised in the lush greenery of Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture. We aim to create products with less environmental impact, such as by using biomass plastic for some of our product containers.

Company profileBioearth CO.,Ltd
3965-2 Miyakomachi, Satsumasendai-city Kagoshima 895-0043, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing and sales
Number of employees：7
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionIn Japanese culture, there is basically no concept of "throwing away". The fundamental idea is to "cherish things," and that mindset is created by "knowing the background of the thing."
By learning about the process and background of how things are created through this handkerchief, you can learn that things are imbued with the thoughts of the people who make them. By doing so, you can have the mindset to value other things as well.This handkerchief is such an ethical product.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesAs a souvenir for Individuals or companies. 2500JPY item - 26 pieces　were sold. 5000JPY item - 10 pieces were sold. 10,000JPY item - 7 pieces were sold.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur SDGs initiatives are as follow.
③"Good Health and Well-Being": Kimono improves your posture. Good posture will help you breathe better. Breathing can help you relax. There are many people who tend to be overwhelmed by what's in front of them on a daily basis, and their health suffers from stress, but we offer this service as a mental check and mindfulness time for such people.
④"Quality Education" , ⑪"Sustainable Cities and Communities" : There are seasonal events that are familiar to us in Japan, such as New Year's, Shichi(7)-Go(5)-San(3), and cherry blossom viewing, but when we look back and wonder what they really are, there are many things we don't know about. We hold events and work with companies to convey the true meaning and role of events, not just the superficial aspects.
⑩"Reduced Inequalities", ⑰"Partnerships for the Goals": We plan collaborations and events with local people and work together to achieve goals that cannot be achieved alone. I have been participating in local international exchange events for about 8 years, and I am also involoved in activities that bring Wa(=Japanese culture) to people overseas and allow them to experience it.
⑫"Responsible Consumption and Production": Kimono and Japanese items are basically one item that is used for a long time. In the case of kimono, if it is remade, it can be worn by 3 generations, or about 100 years. There is basically no concept of "throw away". We provide wisdom and technology to help you understand the role of the product and enjoy it for a long time.

Company profileJapan nanaho Co.,Ltd.
5001 Washizu, Kosai-city, Shizuoka 431-0431, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Kimono dressing class,Clothing sales
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 50,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionSmart Suits® is an ethical product that is considerate of "workers" as it ① reduces the burden and fatigue on workers' bodies, reduces the risk of illness, and contributes to maintaining and improving physical strength. It is used by nursing care providers, agricultural workers, and manufacturing sites. ②Since it does not use mechanical power, it does not generate CO2 and contributes to environmental measures.

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• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesTAISEI CORPORATION

Overseas business recordSingapore

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Sustainable development initiativesIn an aging society, we will create a labor-lightening market and promote the implementation of products and services developed using labor-lightening technology in society, so that the elderly can work safely and with peace of mind. We also conduct business to improve the quality of work that can only be done by humans, and to contribute to the happiness of the people who work there.

Company profileSmart Support Inc.
Aiseikan Building 4F, 5-7 Minami1Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city Hokkaido 060-0061, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Textile, garment and personal goods retail
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe mount of Asirira medical compression socks uses recycled paper.This is recycled paper made 100% from in-house discarded documents. This reduces waste, protects forests by purchasing less new paper, and reduces water consumption used to make paper. It is an ethical product that contributes to reducing the burden on the global environment.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Energy-saving

Business record with domestic companiesEdion (For inbound), Domestic private hospitals

Overseas business recordChina

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Sustainable development initiativesWe handle natural products such as yarn made from recycled plastic bottles and fibers from palm trees. In addition, we are working to go paperless internally, centering on databases, and provide environmentally friendly products and services.In terms of contributing to the local community, we participated in environmental conservation activities through cleaning activities of the local Takeda River. In addition, our entire supply chain is located in Fukui, allowing us to realize local production for local consumption by making maximum use of local resources.

Company profileSPLENDEUR Co.,Ltd.
1-16-6 Omizo, Awara-city Fukui 919-0628, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesale, Retail, Online Shop, IT
Number of employees：9
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWhile environmental considerations are attracting attention, our attitude of using the materials produced without wasting them and processing them carefully one by one has not changed since our founding. This group of craftsmen encountered the new material "Corian®" and through co-creation, an unprecedented product series was born. The experience cultivated through the processing of wood brings out the charm of Corian® and offers rich experiences and new value.

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• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesMATSUYA GINZA (Popup exhibition), CIBONE (Popup exhibition), ACTUS（Permanent sale）

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company originally started making small items using scraps of wooden furniture. We also make effective use of thin wood that cannot be used for furniture making. In addition, we are conscious of using up all the wood by reusing the wood waste that is produced during processing for heating in the winter. In recent years, we have been taking on the challenge of applying our woodworking techniques to create new accessories by processing offcuts of artificial marble. We approach manufacturing from a broad perspective, not just in the field of woodworking.

Company profilesasaki kogei co., ltd.
3-4-10 Nagayama14jo, Asahikawa-city, Hokkaido 079-8424, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wood products manufacturing industry
Number of employees：23
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionProducts made with Panfree® material have high elasticity, making them gentle clothing for pregnant women, infants, people with disabilities, and other people who require time to change their clothes. It has a comfortable feel that does not interfere with the free movement of the body. The stretched fabric will return to its original shape when washed, and will not shrink even when used in the dryer, ensuring a long life.

• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional heritage products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesNational Co-op, Catalog House

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Sustainable development initiativesAs part of our manufacturing efforts, which are conscious of "ensuring sustainable production patterns," we dye fabrics in an environmentally friendly manner using mud dyeing, a traditional dyeing technique with a history of 1,300 years. "Mud dyeing" does not emit harmful substances, so it is not only environmentally friendly, but also gentle on people's skin. In addition, by using materials that provide 360° vertical, horizontal, and diagonal "comfortable wear regardless of size", we provide products that users can use repeatedly for a long time.

Company profileLUC INDUSTRY INC.
507-3 Yao, Tawaramotocho, Shikigun Nara 636-0311, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Textile garment industry
Number of employees：35
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe washi paper box, harukami, is a local product made from Echizen washi paper, which boasts a history of 1,500 years. Each piece of Echizen washi paper is carefully made and pasted onto the mold so that it is wrapped around it by hand. This washi paper box has a soft texture that can only be achieved by handmade paper, and a warm washi paper box that is created because every step of the process is done by hand.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesSouvenir shops, retail stores, etc.

Overseas business recordUnited States, South Korea, Taiwan, United Kingdom, France, Hong Kong

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Sustainable development initiativesImadate, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, the town of Goka, the village of Japanese paper. Yanase Washi is located in the production area of Echizen Washi, which boasts a history of 1500 years.There are two types of handmade washi paper making techniques, one of which is "tamesuki", which is practiced in Europe and the United States. This is a technique for making paper by scooping out the raw material for paper. The other is Nagashi-suki, an ancient Japanese paper-making technique. This technique is literally a technique of making washi paper by flowing "paper stock". Scoop up the paper stock and drain it. Scooping and draining... This is a technique in which this process is repeated to stack up paper layers to make the paper thicker, and by moving the girder and pouring it down, the raw material fibers that become the "paper stock" intertwine, creating durable paper "Washi".Our company uses both techniques to create handmade washi paper, and has continued to cherish and pass down local traditions.

Company profileYanase Washi Co., Ltd.
24-21 Otakicho, Echizen-city Fukui 915-0234, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Handmade Washi Paper Manufacturing Bran Paper, Small Washi Paper Products, etc.
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 5,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionFounded in 1856, Yamada Sadauemon Shikkiten is a long-established lacquerware store that has been in business for over 150 years. In order to produce products that satisfy our customers' needs, we believe in never cutting corners and provide highly accurate products. About three years ago, we developed wooden lacquerware that is dishwasher safe. In addition to passing on tradition, we protect tradition by changing in response to the times.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesInns in Fukui Prefecture, inns in the Sanin region and the Sea of Japan side, Otsuya (Fukui)

Overseas business recordTaiwan, Hong Kong, France

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Sustainable development initiativesFounded in 1856, Yamada Sadauemon Shikkiten is a long-established lacquerware store that has been in business for over 150 years. The current owner is the 6th generation. In the past, we manufactured square lacquerware (such as jubako boxes and trays, which are made from a combination of wood), but now we sell local lacquerware to restaurants and inns, as well as develop our own products. About three years ago, we developed wooden lacquerware that is dishwasher safe. It was praised for its durability and began to receive many orders from inns and restaurants. In addition to passing on tradition, we protect tradition by changing in response to the times.

Company profileYamada Sadauemon Shikkiten
16-2 Kawadacho, Sabae-city Fukui 916-1222, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Lacquerware
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis is the ouryouki of an Echizen lacquer ware that is actually used by monks in training at Eiheiji Temple, the head temple of the Soto sect. Not only does Echizen lacquerware have a long history, but its uses are also closely related to Japanese traditional culture. In addition, authentic lacquerware made of wood is durable and can be used for a long time, and since lacquer has natural antibacterial and sterilizing properties, it can be easily cleaned with water.

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• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesDirect orders on e-commerce sites and sales at retail stores.

Overseas business recordUSA, Canada, Germany, Receive orders directly from the EC site

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Sustainable development initiativesThe history of Echizen lacquerware handled by Yoshidayashikki dates back 1500 years. The traditional techniques of making lacquerware have been passed down from generation to generation, and even today, it still has a unique charm that attracts people. At Yoshidayashikki, we are particular about continuing to produce authentic lacquerware so that venerable lacquerware does not disappear. In addition, Yoshidayashikki's lacquerware is purveyed to Daihonzan Eiheiji Temple and Daihonzan Sojiji Temple. We would like to continue making authentic Echizen lacquerware in order to preserve the Echizen lacquerware, which is deeply involved in Japanese traditional culture.

Company profileYoshidayashikki Co.,LTD
19-24-1 Nakanocho, Sabae-city Fukui 916-0033, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture, wholesale, sale and repair of lacquerware
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption"Mikkabi Mikan Aroma Oil", which makes use of thinned green mandarin oranges and peels, which have been unused resources until now, creates a new source of income for farmers by making use of waste resources, and creates employment for women and people with disabilities. The residue after aroma extraction is effectively used without leaving it as chicken feed. It is an ethical product that communicates the charm of the region and makes farmers' work more rewarding through scent.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesHamamatsu Iwata Shinkin Bank, Okura Act City Hotel Hamamatsu, HamamatsuBMW, JA Mikkabi

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Sustainable development initiatives"Mikkabi Mikan Aroma Oil", which makes use of waste resources, creates a new source of income for farmers and creates employment for women and people with disabilities. By effectively utilizing the residue after aroma extraction as chicken feed, which serves as a local ingredient, we are working to reduce waste and promote local production for local consumption. Through scent, we communicate the appeal of the region and create motivation for farmers to work.

Company profileLe Sillage Co.,Ltd
357-41 Ryuzenji-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu-city Shizuoka 430-0924, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Service industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionDuring processing, we aim to reduce industrial waste by cutting out efficient combinations and extracting parts from scraps. All parts are laser-cut from flat iron plates, and processed to ensure safety and security as they are intended to be touched by hands. Also, since it uses a thick iron plate, it can be used for a long time.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Long lifespan
• Energy-saving
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesOwn EC site, retail stores nationwide, hometown tax return gifts, OEM contracts, etc.

Overseas business recordTaiwan, Hong Kong

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have established greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets by 2030, and we believe that these targets are based on science and technology that aims to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, in line with the Paris Agreement. We have obtained SBT certification from the international initiative "SBTi (Science Based Targets Initiative)" as it is based on scientific evidence. We are promoting energy saving activities for electricity used in factories, improving production efficiency, promoting the elimination of coal through fuel conversion, introducing and procuring renewable energy, and making full use of cutting-edge technologies such as AI (artificial intelligence) and IoT. We will continue to promote energy saving in our own facilities and equipment.

Company profileTripath Co., Ltd.
3-750-7 Shinkounishi, Ishikari-city Hokkaido 061-3241, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Sheet Metal Business, Outdoor Business
Number of employees：111
Capital(JPY): 18,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionFor 20 years, we have been operating a health and beauty salon in the Maruyama area of Sapporo that is gentle on your body and hair and supports your mental and physical health. Based on the voices of customers who have high expectations for the use of Hokkaido-produced plant materials, we planned and developed the product in 2017 as a collaboration between agriculture and commerce with George Farm in Naganuma. The company places importance on contributing to the local community, including outsourcing manufacturing to a company in Sapporo.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesMicromaster K.K. Amazon.com Inc.

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Sustainable development initiativesIn particular, we are focusing on SDGs 3, 4, and 5, the services we provide, training to promote the advancement of women, and hiring foreign part-time workers. We strive every day to create a better cohesive society.

Company profileAmazing Ankh Co., Ltd.
Alpha Maruyama 3rd floor, 24-1-10 Odori Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city Hokkaido 060-0042, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Beauty Industry
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 6,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis is a product that contributes to upcycling and reducing food loss by using "Rice resin (inedible rice)", which would otherwise be discarded, such as old rice that is not edible, in the handle of the toothbrush. In addition, by mixing 20% "Rice resin", it is possible to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 20%. In addition, the hooks on the mount are made of 51% rice resin.

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• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling

Business record with domestic companiesAEON Co., Ltd., Matsumotokiyoshi Co., Ltd., Consumers' Co-op, Amazon.com, Inc.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company is a toothbrush manufacturer located in Yao City, Osaka Prefecture. As a toothbrush master, we aim for zero cavities and 200% customer satisfaction, and by continuing to make strides to achieve even better quality, we would like to develop the company and contribute to society. To achieve the SDGs, we will contribute to the reduction of petroleum-based plastics and CO2 emissions during incineration by introducing "Rice resin", a biomass plastic derived from rice. We also hope to contribute to the region by continuing to preserve the brush industry, which is a local industry in the region, which will lead to the development and PR of the town.

Company profileLAPIS Co.,Ltd.
2-33-13 Kohatacho, Yao-city Osaka 581-0835, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：18
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionAs demand for outdoor activities such as camping has increased in recent years, there are many people who do not use bonfire stands. Bonfire stands help reduce the risk of fire and prevent damage to soil and plants. In addition, this product has a unique design and is highly durable, allowing consumers to use it for a long time, contributing to ethical consumption.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesJERRY'S OUTFITTERS (8-569-2 Nijo-dori, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido), Shugakuso (3-2-15 Kita 12-jo Nishi, Kita-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido), Natural Life Style sabi (2-1-23 Tokiwa 1-jo, Minami-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido), CAMP LABO (2-56 Asahiyama, Shimizu-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido), PASTIME FACTORY (143-23 Itoi, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido), WOOD STOCK (11 Urushi-cho, Isawanatsuta, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture) , Oshima Seikichi Shoten (1-83 Raiden-cho, Koga City, Ibaraki Prefecture), FREEDOM GARAGE (Domir Hiradai 1F A, 1-28 Hiradai, Tsuzuki-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture), YURAGI OUTDOOR (10-48-101 Hohoku-cho, Nishi-ku, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture), Soil Hack Society (1-8-20-101 Ushida Waseda, Higashi-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture), BALLPARK TAKIBI TERRACE ALLPAR (8 F Village, Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido)

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Sustainable development initiativesThe bonfire stand we will be introducing this time has a higher fire bed than regular products, and was developed with the idea that it would not damage the grass on the ground. This way of thinking complies to the purpose of the SDGs of preserving the global environment, "Let's protect the richness of the land."

Company profileKayano Iron Works Inc.
12-1-55 Hassamu12jo, Nishi-ku, Sapporo-city Hokkaido 063-0832, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：General Machinery Industry
Number of employees：20
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe material used is a cotton-based material used for glasses and other items. Thanks to this cotton material, "cellulose acetate,'' the comb is gentle on your hair and skin, and is also environmentally friendly. In addition, the shiny surface that reflects like a mirror is the result of a craftsman's hand polishing technique called "mirror polishing," making it a product packed with craftsmanship.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesWe have track records of domestic

Overseas business recordChina, Singapore

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Sustainable development initiativesIn addition to manufacturing eyeglass frames, we also manufacture and sell combs that utilize eyeglass manufacturing technology and materials. From Fukui, the birthplace of eyeglasses, we are working to manufacture combs that are unconventional in the hairdressing industry using new technologies and materials from other industries, and to develop sales channels both domestically and internationally. The comb is made from a cotton-based material that is used for glasses and other items. This cotton material makes the product gentle on hair and skin, as well as environmentally friendly.

Company profileOptic Prima Co., Ltd.
7-8-7 Bunkyo, Fukui-city Fukui 910-0017, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：eyeglasses wholesale business
Number of employees：20
Capital(JPY): 30,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBanko-yaki (Banko ware) industry is mainly based on teapots and clay pots, and it is not well known among the younger generation and those who do not cook. The number of ceramic companies is decreasing year by year. We are working on this project with the hope that the increase in new customers and increased recognition will have a variety of positive effects on the ceramic company. In addition, the scent of essential oils will soothe you and give you a feeling of relaxation, which will also lead to health care for your heart.

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• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesHoshigaoka Mitsukoshi Department store, Kintetsu Department Store Co.,Ltd Yokkaichi store,Massafy Okachimachi, KEUNA Niigatanishi store, Furusato Nouzei site "Furusato choice"

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Sustainable development initiativesA team of women living in the city produces, disseminates, and sells ``Banko-yaki,'' a traditional craft from Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture. We are working to introduce "Banko-yaki" in a new form to as many people as possible, including the younger generation and those who don't know about Banko-yaki. Impregnated with essential oils and fragrant, the product embodies the hope that you can enjoy a rich time, let the air flow, and feel like you can be yourself at any time.The 100% natural scent is gentle on the person wearing it and those around them. Essential oils are said to have refreshing effects, and it also includes such expectations. The manufacturers always make products that are attractive in terms of comfort and design, and also put effort into providing explanations and after-sales follow-up so that users can make the most of their appeal.

Company profileAromatherapy mai vert
1-1-138 Yachiyodai,Yokkaichi-city Mie 512-8047, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：retail industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): -
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption1. The ingredients, calendula and hamanasu, are cultivated in an environmentally regenerative manner, contributing to CO2 reduction.
2. Rice bran and wheat bran, which contain natural cleaning ingredients, utilize parts that would otherwise be discarded, contributing to upcycling.
3. Calendula and Hamanasu can be procured within Hokkaido contributing to reducing CO2 emissions from materal transportation.
4. Production process wastewater has little impact on the global environment, contributing to the prevention of water and soil pollution.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesAvailable at hair-salon and beauty salons, and nail salons in Hakodate City, Sales on our salon homepage and STORES

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Sustainable development initiativesWe research and develop facial cleansing and body washing powder (cleaning agents) and sell them as original products. The ingredients, calendula and hamanasu, are grown through regenerative organic farming in Hokkaido, and are not only of high quality, but also contribute to CO2 reduction. Rice bran and wheat bran are normally discarded, but they are used effectively because they contain natural cleaning ingredients. Because they are all made from natural materials, wastewater has little impact on the global environment, and using them can lead to environmentally conscious behavior.

Company profileALLURE
WE’LL808 3F　17－1Honcyo, Hakodate-city Hokkaido 040-0011, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Laundry, Beauty and Bath Services
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 3,500,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption1. Upcycle obi that are no longer used without throwing them away. Contributing to the re-creation and reuse of value, and thereby contributing to the continuation of traditional Japanese crafts.
2. Re-recognizing traditional Japanese beauty through obi art and contributing to historical and cultural education.
3. "Obi art" allows people overseas to become familiar with Japanese traditional beauty and contributes to promoting understanding.

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• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesIt is scheduled to go on sale in Japan starting this year.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company uses discarded kimono obi to create and sell collaborative works of Japanese traditional obi and artificial flowers. We have a track record of exhibiting our works at art exhibitions all over the world, including Paris, and receiving favorable reviews. In December 2023, we received the Sapporo SDGs2030 Hope Award.

Company profileSalon de Fleur Shihori
3F Furate Sapporo 1-1-12 Minaminijouhigashi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-city Hokkaido 060-0052, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：retail industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe raw material for wood thread is thinned wood.Thinning is a necessary work for forest maintenance, and since 70% of Japan's land is forest, it is possible to manufacture wood thread in each region. We will move away from the traditional linear economy where leftover products are discarded after mass production, and contribute to a circular economy where products needed by each region are produced in appropriate quantities using local resources as raw materials.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Long lifespan
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesKAMEI PROACT CORPORATION, Hakuhodo Inc., UNITED TOYOTA KUMAMOTO, Aso Shrine

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Sustainable development initiativesWith the purpose of "utilizing local resources and reducing environmental impact,'' we manufacture wood yarn made from thinned wood that is cut down during forest maintenance and has low utility value. Fabrics made of wood yarn and natural fibers, which do not contain petroleum-derived chemical fibers, do not generate microplastics during washing, and are used in corporate novelty and apparel brands as sustainable materials.

Company profileCirculife Inc.
6290-1 Itsuwa-machi Goryo, Amakusa-city Kumamoto 863-2201, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：4
Capital(JPY): 24,185,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBy carrying an eco bag, you can reduce the amount of CO2 emitted during the manufacturing and disposal of plastic bags, which will also lead to a reduction in the amount of crude oil used as a raw material. Furthermore, by coating with ATBC-PVC, it is possible to suppress deformation and discoloration due to heat and aging, and the product also has less of the odor peculiar to PVC. Even when this product is disposed of, the outflow of dioxins and other substances is reduced, contributing to the prevention of global warming.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesOver the past 20 years, we have produced over 3,500 items on an OEM basis for over 200 manufacturers in retail stores such as general stores and other industries.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company has a production track record of approximately 3,500 items, including sewing goods, small items, molded products, stationery, and daily necessities, and we are working to create products that are free of plastic. Specifically, we manufacture products that are considerate to the environment and people, such as recycled plastic products such as recycled PET bottles, organic cotton, and coated paper fiber materials. In addition, by handling many products that use bamboo, we are conscious of sustainable efforts to reduce abandoned bamboo forests.

Company profileSUNLIT CO.,LTD.
No1.Nakagawa BLD.4F., 1-1-25 Chiyoda, Naka-ku, Nagoya-city, Aichi 460-0012, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：8
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThe original wood pen, which is completely handmade using natural wood, uses sustainable resources and is an ethical product that contributes to forest conservation by using renewable materials. By using wood, we can reduce the amount of plastic and metal used and reduce the burden on the environment. This contributes to environmental consideration and conservation of forest resources.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesDIAMOND CO.,LTD.

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Sustainable development initiativesOur company mainly manufactures and sells wood chips and sawdust, but at the same time we also make and sell wooden pens.
[Upcycle business]
・We create a framework plan for effectively utilizing felled trees in parks and company premises, and provide services to produce commemorative items.
[Recycling business]
・We also carry out an intermediate wood processing business [Tokyo governer permission No.13-20-077710] that processes scraps and other materials discharged during sawing into chips and recycles them as pulp raw materials and biomass fuel.

Company profileshimadakowariseizaisyo
2-10-11 Shinkiba, Koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0082, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：６
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionContaminated water discharged from cleaning equipment contains petroleum-derived chemicals, which significantly worsens the water quality of rivers and marshes. Additionally, it has been proven that these chemical detergent ingredients, if taken into the body, can cause significant health damage. By using our Cleaner private tap, you can clean things other than general-purpose oils and fats without using synthetic detergents, and you can also remove 99% of germs from your hands and fingers.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Carbon neutrality
• Recycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional cooperative products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesA shower head that applied a similar principle (however, the size and quantity of bubble particles were not controlled) was sold at TOKYU HANDS stores, Ito-Yokado stores, etc, 15 years ago.

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Sustainable development initiativesWith the theme of decarbonization, we are working on research and development of technology to turn waste plastic into oil with the aim of reducing CO2 gas generated from the combustion of waste plastic. In particular, we are promoting the conversion of 3P (PE,PP,PS) to oil.
The annual amount of 3P incinerated exceeds approximately 3.9 million tons, the amount of CO2 scattered in the natural fields is calculated to far exceed 31 million tons.

Company profileToyo limited company
1289-2 Hanta, Misato-city Saitama 341-0012, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：10
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis product is designated as a traditional craft of Tochigi Prefecture, and is a regional collaboration product. Each one takes about a week to carefully produce, and they last for a long time, with some customers using them for more than half a century. In addition, by spreading this product even a little, it will be possible to clean without using electrical appliances such as vacuum cleaners, contributing to ethics.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Long lifespan
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesI make about 600 to 700 brooms (including small blooms) a year and sell them at dapartment stores, wholesalers, roadside stations, etc...Occasionally, I demonstrate and sell it at department stores.

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Sustainable development initiativesThe manufactured product, ``Tsuga no Zashikihoki( Broom of Tsuga)'', is a product of outstanding craftsmanship and has been designated as a traditional craft of Tochigi Prefecture. Each broom is handmade using broom sorghum (broom grass), a natural material produced locally, and the manufacturing process uses no electricity, saving energy and making the manufacturing process environmentally friendly. We also offer gender-equal broom-making experience classes for elementary and junior high school students and people of all ages.

Company profileHandmade broom tokizou araki store
284-3 Tsugamachiki, Tochigi-city Tochigi 328-0104, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：1
Capital(JPY): -
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionArimatsu Shibori is said to have its origins shortly after the Arimatsu area opened as a village, when hand towels were sold as souvenirs to people traveling on the Tokaido road. It became the most famous product on the road, and its prosperity was depicted in ukiyo-e prints by artists such as Katsushika Hokusai. This product uses the Arimatsu shibori technique, which has been handed down since the Edo period, on cotton fabric, and is an ethical product that protects and connects the tradition and culture of shibori for over 400 years.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesMeitetsu Department Store, CORAZON Corporation, NOMURA DEVELOPMENT Co.,Ltd.

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Sustainable development initiativesIn Arimatsu, a Japanese heritage site, we have inherited the Arimatsu shibori technique that has been passed down since the Edo period to the present day, and by training the next generation of craftsmen, we are conveying the warmth of handmade products to the local people.
In addition, Arimatsu, which still retains traces of the old Tokaido, is lined with old houses that give you a sense of history and tradition. One of these buildings, our company, is an architecturally valuable building that has been designated as a tangible cultural property by the city of Nagoya, and we are working together with the local community to protect this historic building.

Company profileK.TAKEDA＆CO.,LTD
1803 Arimatsu, Midori-ku, Nagoya-city Aichi 458-0902, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Arimatsu-shibori wholesale
Number of employees：18
Capital(JPY): 3,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionMade of lightweight and easy-to-wash polyester material, it is easy to keep clean and is very suitable for use as an eco-bag for everyday shopping. Additionally, as our company originally produces apparel products, we are able to make bags from scraps and leftover fabric, which is an initiative that reduces the amount of fabric that is discarded, contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesREAL JAPAN PROJECT CO.,LTD., Yoshioka Zin CO.,LTD., Matsuya department store in Ginza, JR Nagoya Takashimaya

Overseas business recordUSA one eighty one agency

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are developing items that make use of the fabric and thread left after cutting, which is left over from the process of turning shibori materials into products. With an emphasis on design, ease of use, and ease of handling, we recycle drawn materials that were previously discarded.

Company profileYamagami shouten Co.,Ltd
3573 Arimatsu, Midori-ku, Nagoya-city Aichi 458-0924, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacture, wholesale, and sales of Arimatsu shibori products
Number of employees：8
Capital(JPY): 5,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionReformed down comforters are gradually gaining popularity in Japan as part of an effort to use high-quality down comforters for longer periods of time without discarding them. We have created a new product without wasting the leftover fabric that is inevitably generated in the reforming process. These are upcycled products that further reduce the waste generated by the waste-reducing reformation process.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling

Business record with domestic companiesDirect online sales only. I introduced it on Instagram from around June, and immediately after I started selling it, I received orders for about 20 pieces. Currently, the product is made to order as a handmade product, but we are thinking of switching to mass production as we expand sales./p>

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Sustainable development initiativesFeathers are originally a by-product of meat and are considered an eco-friendly raw material.They are known as highly functional natural materials and demand is increasing, but production is decreasing. Our main business is the renovation of the down comforters, so the business itself is a SDGs initiative. We believe that promoting our product as an initiative to upcycle the waste (used fabric) generated during this process without discarding it will also lead to SDGs. A common case is replacing all of a company's fluorescent lights with LEDs.

Company profileMeet Co.,Ltd.
5-8-2,Tamagawa,Chohu-city Tokyo 182-0025, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionThis is an innovative material made from plant-based plastic that does not rely on fossil fuels. When incinerated, it burns only a few calories, suppresses the production of dioxin, a harmful substance, and reduces CO2 emissions by more than 40%, contributing to the prevention of global warming. By reusing parts of plants that become waste and mixing them into plastic materials, we also contribute to reducing waste emissions.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Long lifespan
• Environmentally-certified products
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesIzumo Taisha Shrine, Hotels, Trading companies such as home centers

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are a company that consistently produces and sells environmentally friendly resins. Regarding SDGs initiatives, we are confident that we are a company that aims to solve social problems as each and every one of us is a professional responsible for the environment.

Company profileUNION.SANGYO.CO.,LTD
2-3 Idasugiyama-cho, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-city Kanagawa 211-0046, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry, Sales industry
Number of employees：30
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionAdopting an inclusive design method, we work together with welfare facilities, corporations, concerned parties, qualified personnel, and craftsmen from domestic factories to develop products. In addition, the socks are made from natural materials and are packaged in FSC® certification, a mark that protects forests. Through these corporate activities, we are contributing to the goals of the SDGs, "Eliminate inequality among people and countries" and "Protect the richness of the land".

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Environmentally-certified products
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesSpecialty store

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have established a partnership system with employment continuity support offices for accepting off-site work and outsourcing work. In addition, as the industry's youngest female manager, I will continue to take the lead for a long time, improving the status of women in the industry as a whole, promoting their further success, and supporting their balance between family and work. We strive to create products that are kind to people, bodies, and the environment.

Company profileMarimo Co., Ltd
60, Deyashiki, Kawabe, shippo-cho, Ama-city Aichi 497-0013, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：17
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionA product that does not use synthetic surfactants or preservatives*1, based on the concept of being "friendly to the skin and the earth". We selected containers that reduce CO2 emissions, recycled cushioning materials, and developed sunscreens with ingredients that can be used at sea, as well as products that are gentle on the skin and the global environment. We also take on sustainable initiatives, such as donating a portion of our sales to NPOs and NGOs, even though we are a small company. *1 Paraben and phenoxyethanol

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Upcycling
• Long lifespan

Business record with domestic companiesBeauty clinic/beauty salon/dental clinic/beauty salon/beauty acupuncture salon/manipulative clinic/campground with sauna

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Sustainable development initiativesThe "CARE・TE・A" brand aims to "produce cosmetics that contribute to the global environment and help maintain healthy skin through daily skin care".
1There are various reasons for skin problems, such as those who suffer from skin problems due to excessive skin care, those who are addicted to skin care products, and those who have skin diseases. Our hope is to alleviate the worries of people living in the world, even if just a little.

Company profileMULE inc.
2-2-16 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0021, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Telecommunications
Number of employees：5
Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionIn modern times, due to the spread of conventional agriculture, excessive amounts of pesticides are being administered, resulting in a significant decrease in the nutritional content of products, and important mineral components of refined foods are removed during the processing process. As a result, modern-day malnutrition is occurring due to mineral deficiencies. It has been discovered that this malnutrition leads to mental illness and lifestyle-related diseases. We believe that we can make a contribution to helping people around the world enjoy a safe diet.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesWe have started doing business with a trading company specializing in exports to Vietnam and South Korea in 2023. For B to C, sales are based on feedback through SNS and live commerce.

Overseas business recordLaos, Cambodia, South Korea, Taiwan / In Cambodia, sales are made to general hospitals run by Japanese affiliates.

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Sustainable development initiativesWe are working to significantly reduce deaths and illnesses caused by harmful chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution, and to enable people to live healthy and secure lives. Based on the idea that organisms must contain minerals of the same quality as the sea water and the idea of geophysics, we extracted minerals from representative rocks on the surface of the earth and commercialized them. We disseminate information on environmental conservation through the effects of our mineral solutions to our business partners, especially in the ASEAN region, including Japan, through seminars and SNS.

Company profileSOKENSHA International JAPAN LLC.
NLC Shin-OSAKA Build 4F, 5-9-5 Nishi-Nakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka-city Osaka 532-0011, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesaler
Number of employees：3
Capital(JPY): 5,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionMany of the current mainstream sneakers are mainly made of naphtha-derived (petroleum-derived) materials such as polyester and polyurethane for the fabric, and ethylene vinyl acetate and synthetic rubber for the soles, and even after they are worn out, most local governments dispose of them as combustible garbage to be incinerated. We contribute to carbon neutrality by developing the materials themselves and changing them to naturally derived materials.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Carbon neutrality
• CO2 reducing products
• Upcycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesFrom the end of October 2023, it will be selling on our own e-commerce site and "Ethical Living LAB (Tokyo Yurakucho, Makuhari Shintoshin)".

Overseas business recordWe have a track record of cross-border sales from our own e-commerce site to America and Southeast Asia.

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Sustainable development initiativesFounded in 1932, our business creed is "Mutual trust. Technology development. Social service."
"Never neglect the environment'' has long been a part of our manufacturing philosophy, and since the Sanyo Shinkansen opened in 1972, sound- and vibration-proof mats made of recycled rubber have been spread under the rails. Since then, rubber recycling technology has been our core technology. Applying waste tire recycling technology, we are now manufacturing tiles and road poles using this technology.
Since the 1990s, falls have been the number one cause of occupational accidents, and in 2004 we developed "HyperV®" shoes, contributing to the safety and health of people working in factories, construction sites, and restaurants.
Furthermore, the sports footgear brand "JIRIKI®" launched in 2021 creates products that provide health through sports, while also donating a portion of product sales to international emergency medical organizations with the theme of equality in medical care and health.

Company profileNISSHIN RUBBER CO.,LTD.
8-16-17 Ima, Kita-ku, Okayama-city, Okayama 700-0975, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Shoes and rubber products manufacturing industry
Number of employees：70
Capital(JPY): 80,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe use polyester fabric made of recycled PET bottles for bags and pouches, certificated Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) paper for notebooks. The notebook is also made in Japan, and the cover, pages, and rings are all made of FSC forest-certified paper. By using FSC forest-certified paper, you can prove that you are using wood from properly managed forests and contribute to ethical.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling

Business record with domestic companiesBEAMS (major clothing chain stores), major department stores

Overseas business recordSingapore Shop in Isetan

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Sustainable development initiativesWe put our goal on making SDGs products which people select even if they are NOT SDGs ones, by their fashionability, high quality, and affordability.
We use polyester fabric made of recycled PET bottles for bags and pouches, certificated Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) paper for notebooks.

Company profileM.I.C.
6-9-13 room #108 Hatanodai, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 142-0064, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Import and wholesale of accessories, bags and miscellaneous goods
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 15,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionAll materials are made from wood without chemicals such as adhesives or polyester. With an emphasis on the environment, it is produced only from forest-certified materials for the purpose of reducing waste plastics and CO2 emissions, and is composed only of plant cellulose with the aim of reducing waste plastic. It is food hygienic compliant, so you can use it safely on your skin and hair, and you can separate it and use it as needed. It is useful as a disaster prevention item because it can be used for various purposes and contains enough.

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• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesOur EC site・Tsukiji Toyosu Market Vendors・Nationwide・It is also used as a return gift for various hometown tax donations.Posted by intermediaries: Various importers, Rakuten, Amazon, Yodobashi Camera, Edion, ANAmall, Qoo10, G-FROSHOP etc....In the past, Yahoo! Shopping

Overseas business recordSingapore, California, USA, Taiwan, Through an intermediary.

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Use of SMRJ support servicesUse of SMRJ services: Yes

Sustainable development initiativesMany of the nonwoven fabrics in the world contain chemicals such as adhesives and polyester.
Beauty Select's "KIKARAFU'' comes from the Japanese word " Kikarafu (cloth from wood) '', which is the origin of the name.
We value the environment and it is composed only of waste plastics and vegetable cellulose for the purpose of reducing CO2 emissions.
KIKARAFF is a 100% cellulose non-woven fabric that does not use binders (adhesives) to prevent marine plastic pollution from destroying the ecosystem. ... Beauty Select supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In this way, KIKARAFF is a 100% natural material and is the most environmentally friendly product. Through proper management, forests are protected, preserving the global environment and preventing forest destruction and deterioration. ...Food hygiene compliant product

Company profileBeautySelect Co., Ltd
3508-1 Tsune, Doicho, Shikokuchuo City, Ehime, 799-0704, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：6
Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionCoating can be applied to various things such as signboards, furniture, bathtubs, cars, and small items. This is effective in preventing things from deteriorating and staining, and contributes to reducing the frequency of replacing items and reducing cleaning work using strong detergents. This will reduce the amount of garbage and reduce the burden on the environment through incineration, reduce CO2 emissions, and prevent water pollution through cleaning operations.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Long lifespan

Business record with domestic companiesEC site

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Sustainable development initiativesBy using our products, you can prevent things/items from getting dirty or deteriorating. This contributes to reducing waste by extending the lifespan of items and reducing the need to replace them.By using our products, you can prevent dirt from sticking to objects. This reduces the amount of cleaning work required to remove dirt and contributes to reducing water pollution caused by this work.

Company profilekoyano Co.Ltd
1-19-7 Higashinoda-cho, Miyakojima-ku, Osaka-city Osaka 534-0024, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：18
Capital(JPY): 30,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionDetergents remove dirt using the power of surfactants, but our products use vegetable surfactants and do not use petroleum-based synthetic surfactants. The vegetable surfactant used has a biodegradability of over 99%, and unlike petroleum-based synthetic surfactants, detergent does not remain in rivers and oceans forever, and decomposes quickly, making it an extremely environmentally friendly product.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesOwn EC site, distributor

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Sustainable development initiativesBased on the philosophy of "serving through the pharmaceutical industry" and "serving to bring smiles to families and contributing to an aging society", we develop products that are friendly to people and the environment, and manufacture and sell pharmaceuticals, quasi-drugs, health foods, cosmetics, and daily necessities. We are also working on systems and services that can help address a variety of household concerns, including nursing care, welfare, and home medical care, and work to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all people of all ages.

Company profileNakaichi Medical Co.,Ltd.
1-8-8 Hiranomachi Chuo-ku, Osaka-city Osaka 541-0046, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Wholesale/Retail
Number of employees：4
Capital(JPY): 40,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionIt is a cane that can be stably erected anywhere by opening the legs that can be opened and closed, eliminating the inconvenience of changing from a single-point cane. This can enrich the lives of people who have difficulty walking and use canes, and we will contribute to achieving "health and well-being for all", one of the goals of the SDGs. The leg opening/closing unit at the tip of the cane is small, lightweight, and easy to open/close.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Long lifespan
• Barrier-free / Universal design

Business record with domestic companiesOwn EC site, Amazon, other companies' EC site, local department store (Tokiha)

Overseas business record Thailand (wholesaler), Germany (individual)

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Sustainable development initiativesSupporting healthy living through walking.
Convenient products that can be used for a long time.
Fun products to use.

Company profileK_Design
3-3-13 Nakashimanishi, Oita-city, Oita 870-0047, Japan
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：-
Capital(JPY): -
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionReducing waste from the food industry through upcycling can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We do not use petroleum-derived chemicals and use natural materials with abundant reserves. Since there is no need to apply heat during molding, it is possible to reduce environmental impact. We contribute to achieving "concrete measures for climate change," which is one of the goals of the SDGs.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Upcycling
• Attention to harmful substances

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Sustainable development initiativesWe operate a co-creation platform [UP FOOD PROJECT] that aims to solve social issues related to food through upcycling, and we are currently collaborating with 39 participating partner companies.
At the crQlr Awards 2022, we won both the "Best Bridge Builder Prize" and the "MMHG Upcycle Prize."

Company profileKoru Inc.
#110 14-2 Hamamidaira,Chigasak-city, Kanagawa 253-0062, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing/Professional Services
Number of employees：2
Capital(JPY): 8,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionAs a sustainable sponge, we have developed a new product that blends 10-90% naturally derived ingredients with the conventional cosmetic sponge made of petroleum-derived synthetic rubber. Our own staff on-site confirmed that there is no child labor or forced labor at the natural rubber plantations we use. We have also developed a product that uses castor oil as the main ingredient, and have successfully reduced CO2 emissions from manufacturing to disposal by 27% (compared to our conventional products).

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• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling

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Sustainable development initiativesAs a B to B company that plays a part in the supply chain of our business partners, we are working on SDGs activities in all of our value chains.
・Procurement (① From petroleum-derived raw materials to renewable raw materials ② All natural rubber in Japan is Fair Trade natural rubber)
・Manufacturing (① 100% renewable energy through solar power generation at our own factory, etc. ② Energy-saving boiler that cleanly incinerates waste sponge and significantly reduces heavy oil consumption)
・Sales (① Actively support SDGS activities of business partners ② Sales tools also support SDGS)
・Delivery (① Promote green packaging with the aim of reducing waste and eliminating plastic ② Reduce environmental impact by using consolidated shipping, using eco-friendly cars, etc.)

Company profileYUKIGAYA CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO.,LTD.
6F OICHOUYO BLDG. 5-12-10 HIGASHIOI, SHINAGAWA-KU, TOKYO 140-0011, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：74
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionPlastic food containers are light, inexpensive, and convenient, but there is a risk of them breaking as they deteriorate.
As a result, the broken pieces may mix in the food you cook. Stainless steel food containers have a "long life'' without worrying about breaking, and are compatible with the "free from plastic'' movement that has been accelerating worldwide in recent years.
In recent years, it has been widely used in major food factories in Japan.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• Long lifespan
• Regional products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesMajor food factories

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Sustainable development initiativesPlastic food containers are light, inexpensive, and convenient, but there is a risk of them breaking as they deteriorate.
As a result, the broken pieces may mix in the food you cook. Stainless steel food containers have a "long life" without worrying about breaking, and are compatible with the "free from plastic" movement that has been accelerating worldwide in recent years.
In recent years, it has been widely used in major food factories in Japan.

Company profileAKAGAWA KIBUTSU INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
2-7-23 Tonoshima, Tsubame-City, Niigata 959-1233. JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：45
Capital(JPY): 15,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionOur stainless steel bottles, which have mysterious rainbow-like hues created using coloring technology, not only look beautiful, but also prevent the taste and aroma of drinks from deteriorating because stainless steel has the characteristics of preventing UV rays from passing through. Since it is a stainless steel container, it is highly durable, and by changing from organic solvent painting to natural coloring, it is becoming environmentally friendly and less prone to rust than regular stainless steel.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Deplasticization
• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Long lifespan
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesYAMATO DISTILLERY, etc.

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Sustainable development initiativesManufacturing that connects with SDGs!
Starting to be conscious of even the smallest things is the first step towards SDGs initiatives. Our company will work with you to create things little by little, starting from what we can. Currently, we have many environmentally friendly products, and using our products will lead to the SDGs, so we would like to spread them more and more.

Company profileTANAKASHOUTEN CO.,LTD
3-4-7 Nakakounoikecho, Higashiosaka-city Osaka 578-0975, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Trading company
Number of employees：10
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumption・Since it does not contain alcohol, it does not become industrial waste.
・Reduction of chemical components (natural origin rate is over 70%)
・Use of environmentally friendly raw materials and raw materials that are considerate of the environment of the production area.
・Contains no ingredients that have been tested on animals.
・The container is made of aluminum, so it can be recycled.
・A portion of the sales proceeds will be donated to the Global Vaccine Fund.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• CO2 reducing products
• Recycling
• Environmentally-certified products
• Attention to harmful substances

Business record with domestic companiesBtoC-EC focused
・In-house EC site, Major EC malls (Amazon, Rakuten Market, Yahoo! Shopping, etc.)
(Partly sold at our own store “Outdoor Style Belmo”)

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Sustainable development initiatives・We are promoting the creation of an environment where diverse human resources can utilize their individuality, regardless of nationality, educational background, gender, or age.
・We are conducting environmentally friendly economic activities by switching to LED lighting in the company and promoting paperless in-house operations.
・Create an environment where it is easy to take childcare leave.
・More than 10 years have passed since we established regulations to prevent sexual harassment/power harassment, and we are creating an even more comfortable working environment.
・We make donations to environmental protection organizations, etc.

Company profileBelmo Co., Ltd.
South Front Sagamiono BLDG.4F, 8-4-10 Sagamiono, Minami-Ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0303, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Retail
Number of employees：15
Capital(JPY): 20,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe respect the pure power of nature and are grateful for its blessings, never waste even a single drop or a piece, and pursue the creation of products that make full use of that power. We respect producers and creators with same aspirations, and by leveraging collaboration as an added power, we create products that help those who receive them live a peaceful and enriching life. It is a pesticide-free cultivation based on natural farming methods.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional products
• Regional cooperative products
• Regional heritage products

Business record with domestic companiesHotels, inns, museums, resort facilities, roadside stations, organic restaurants, organic shops, etc.

Overseas business recordSingapore METRO, Department stores

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Sustainable development initiativesWe have been engaged in social business since our company was established in 2007. From manufacturing raw materials to product development, we have strived to create products that bring a sense of feeling fulfilled and enrich to both creators and users. The raw material, the loofah, is carefully made without using pesticides or fertilizers, with the cooperation of Tsukiko's regular users and users of local employment support office and social welfare councils. We are currently working on developing food-related products as well.

Company profileSaxness Corporation
1023-9 Toyohara-kou, Nasu machi, Nasu gun, Tochigi 329-3211, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Retail industry, Wholesale industry
Number of employees：-Capital(JPY): 1,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionDue to the problem of shape-forming during manufacturing, approximately 5% of dog food-loss always occurs. However, when manufacturing this product, we donate this food waste that would normally be discarded to nearby animal welfare organizations. In addition, we are conscious of local production and local consumption for the domestic raw materials of our product, we use substandard vegetables with reduced pesticides grown near our factory in Kyushu. This product contributes to ethical consumption through these activities.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Attention to harmful substances
• Regional cooperative products

Business record with domestic companiesAsoboLabo Co.,Ltd., JAPELL Co.,Ltd., TRUSTRIDGE, Inc.,

Overseas business recordWe have 3 distributors in Taiwan (from Setpember 2023)

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Sustainable development initiativesWe launched the pet brand "Hoippo" in April 2023 with the concept of pet health and environmental sonsideration. Based on the premise of safety and high fanctionality, we are working on product development with uniqueness and environmental consideration in mind. For example, we adopt PET sheets made of 88.66% plant-derived raw materials, which leads to CO2 reduction, certified organic okara, cat litter made entirely from plant-based ingredients including packaging, or organically certified dried fruit assortment, etc.. In the future, we are planning to increase our efforts from the perspective of animal welfare.

Company profileHenLi Corporation
U building 6F,1-3-6 Yushima,Bunkyo-ku,Tokyo 113-0034, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Trading company/Manufacturer
Number of employees：11
Capital(JPY): 10,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionBy outsourcing manufacturing to a welfare facility, we are contributing to the creation of employment opportunities for people with disabilities and their participation in society, and this is an ethical product that is considerate of people and society. This product also contribute to consideration for the environment, as the recycled 1,000 paper cranes used in the packaging are made from recycled origami cranes delivered to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park as a symbol of peace.

Sustainable / ethical categories

• Recycling
• Regional products

Business record with domestic companiesJR SERVICENET, Fujii Sangyo Corporation, etc.

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Sustainable development initiativesSince our founding, we have continued to proactively promote the employment of people with disabilities. By establishing and collaborating with welfare business, we are working to contribute to the creation of employment opportunities and social participation for more people with disabilities. Based on the theme of "Working, Connecting, and Supporting Each Other", we aim to create a society where everyone living in the community can live happily, and to realize a social contribution business model in which everyone involved connects and supports each other.

Company profileNishikiPrint Co., Ltd
7-5-33 Shoko Center, Nishi-ku, Hiroshima-city Hiroshima 733-0833, JAPAN
Industry/Business field：Manufacturing industry
Number of employees：30
Capital(JPY): 50,000,000
Annual Sales(JPY)： -

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Contribution to sustainable development / ethical consumptionWe do not use mineral-based (petroleum-based)synthetic surfactants, colorants, or synthetic fragrances, but instead, use natural ingredients, contributing to ethics by reducing the consumption of petroleum-based raw materials. In addition to aiming to eliminate the need for single-use containers, we are also promoting to reduce CO2 emissions by making the container size closer to the size of the shipping cardboard box, saving space within the cardboard box, and increasing efficiency during delivery-transportation.

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