[New brand! ] Special Feature × Sustainable Lifestyle Brands
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10/12/23Publish
From the more than 60 brands that joined the ranks in September, here are some lifestyle brands that are committed to sustainability.
A wide variety of brands have been added to the merchandise this month.
In particular, there are many eco-friendly brands, and there are various genres such as non-disposable storage containers, straws, my cups and bottles, fashionable kitchen goods, laundry detergents that are friendly to the environment and the skin, and tableware, towels, and aprons that emphasize the longevity of good things.
In addition, we will show you items that you can use for Christmas. With items that can be used on a daily basis, let's send out a sustainable Christmas from the store.
This timeBrands that can be purchased in small batchesThere are a lot of them, so why not take this opportunity to stock them up?
Silicone Items
▼Zip Top
Colorful and cute! Non-disposable silicone items that make the inside of the refrigerator gorgeous
"Zip Top" is a brand that proposes "innovative and easy-to-use containers" made of 100% platinum silicone that can be used repeatedly.It can be cooked, and it is freestanding and does not require a lid. We will realize a disposable-free life and contribute to a sustainable life.
The wide gusset design is ideal for carrying lunch or storing food. It is also a nice point that you can choose the size according to the purpose of use.Microwave and dishwasher safe, freezer useExcellent things that can be done.
In addition to ingredients, it is a remarkable brand that has been widely used in a wide range of applications, such as stationery cases, outdoor storage cases, cosmetics cases, and toy cases, and has been widely introduced in lifestyle shops, bulk shops, outdoor shops, and salons.
▼Lekue
Cooking items are on the table as they are. Reusable items that can be used repeatedly
"Lekue"Kitchen items that make it delicious, easy, and healthy to cookA brand from Spain that continues to create.
In particular, the "silicone steamer" that can be easily cooked in the microwave is a popular item, so many of you may be familiar with it. All you have to do is add the ingredients and heat them in the microwave, so it is recommended for those who want to make delicious dishes quickly and easily, and who want to reduce the calories in cooking as much as possible. It comes with 10 recipes that are easy to make. It is an item that many people are using for food preparation and healthy dishes that do not use oil, and many people are using it for the second generation.
It uses platinum silicon, a high-quality material that is also used for medical purposes, which is very safeTherefore, anyone can use it with confidence.
▼LUND LONDON
Foldable silicone cups and stainless steel straws for earth-friendly tea time
"LUND LONDON"Environmentally friendly homeware and giftwareIt was born in 2016 with the desire to create. The items developed with the desire to "reduce the enormous amount of plastic that is disposable" are all adorable designs and exciting to use.
The "Skittle Collapsible cup" is a cup made of food-grade silicone with Lund London's unique Skittle color.When not in use, it folds easily and is compact enough to fit in a bag or pocket.
The straw is a three-piece set of retractable stainless steel straws, cleaning brushes, and a special case. The case is made of biodegradable plastic, which does not forget about environmental considerations. Recently, the use of plastic straws in restaurants has been decreasing.Recommended items for those who are looking for My Cup and My StrawAre.
Kitchen Miscellaneous Goods
▼epicurean
Hygienic and stylish cutting board
"Epicurean" is a brand that mainly focuses on cutting boards with excellent functionality and design.Since it is made from a material made from synthetic natural wood fibers, the surface is non-porous and hygienic because it is difficult for bacteria to enter. It drains well and can be used in the dishwasher.
It is very useful not only for making daily dishes, but also as a board for serving. Since there is a hole at the end, it can be hung on a hook for storage.
It is also famous as a professional specification and is used all over the world.
▼CHABATREE
A kitchen miscellaneous goods brand from Thailand that realizes unified kitchen coordination
"CHABATREE" is a brand from Thailand that creates high-quality, well-designed products that make the most of the natural beauty and texture of trees. When you actually hold it in your hands, you can feel the delicate handwork of craftsmen by taking advantage of the soft touch and beautiful form.
ThickenedThe "cutting board" is easy to lift and handle because the sides are cut at an angle.Are. It can be used to serve food and serve as a serving board at the dining table."Colon glass jar" is a glass container with a lid with a beautiful acacia wood grain.All sizes have the same size of lid, so it can be stacked as a container for herbs and spices.
Since a variety of kitchen miscellaneous goods are available, it is a brand that is supported by cooking classes, those who are particular about interiors, restaurants, etc., and many people buy them together.
▼TETUTO
Beautiful iron items made with heart and soul with craftsmanship that Japan is proud of
TETUTO's items, which are stylish, simple, and like art, are made one by one with a focus on 1 mm and 1 ° or less.It has a surface treatment called powder coating, and the surface is smooth, scratch-resistant and rust-resistant, does not have the peculiar odor of iron, has a long service life, and is resistant to temperature and humidity changes.
The "Just Beautiful There" series is perfect for the kitchenSince it is made of stainless steel, it is resistant to rust and mildew, and can be cleaned by boiling and detergent.。 It is a popular item with solid strength and a sense of solidity.
It is a brand that many people like simple items, have minimalist ideas, and purchase multiple items as a space design.
Bottles &Tableware
▼MLTE
Simple but full of features. Stress-free premium bottle.
"MLTE" (MyrtE)With a little commitment, you can be more like yourself and value your individuality.It is a lifestyle brand with this thought. We deliver simple but slightly different home appliances and miscellaneous goods for daily life.
The "mlte EL bottle", which is packed with ease of use and attention to detail in the bottle, is the first in the worldWith a Teflon coating on the inner surface and a ceramic coating on the outside, this premium bottle is resistant to odors and stains and has a high water-repellent effect.
All parts are dishwasher safe, so you can check the remaining amount while drinking.It is full of delightful details.
This item is recommended for those who are looking for a simple and stress-free personal bottle.
▼m.m.d.
Auspicious hexagonal Seto pottery that goes well with any dish
From Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, a famous pottery production area with a history of 1,300 years, we will introduce Seto ware tableware brands. "M.M.D." has the concept of "valuing connections".We have developed items that can be easily used at the dining table, are hard to break, and have a practical and simple design that blends in with other tableware.It is a place where you can feel the goodness of pottery.
The hexagon has long been popular as an auspicious motifis connected like a beehive. It would be nice if you lined up several pieces and coordinated the table so that they were connected.
Contributing to the local community as a production area collaboration brandWe aim to do so, and our items that show our passion and traditional techniques are supported by a wide range of ages.
Towels &Aprons
▼enicy for craftsman
A special piece. Work apron with name label.
"Enicy for Craftsman" is a brand that deals with cool adult work aprons.You can put your name on the leather label.So, every time you use it, you will become more attached to it, a one-of-a-kind item. It is filled with thoughts so that it will be a special one for someone.
Conscious of casual and chic adult items, it is made with attention to materials, design, and metal fittings, and there is no doubt that the more you use it, the more you will get used to it.
As a uniform for the store, it is a work apron that is active in all scenes such as DIY, outdoor, cooking, gardening, etc. Currently, only gooood is doing wholesale trading online. Original items are popular items that are often chosen as gifts!
▼ Kikufu towel
The ideal towel born in Senshu, Osaka, the birthplace of towels
"Kikufu Taoru"An ideal towel that has a fluffy touch and does not smell unpleasant even if you continue to use it, and can be used comfortably foreverIt was born in pursuit of.
Uses odor control technology that is friendly to both people and the environment, "hybrid catalyst processing (patented technology)". "Hybrid catalytic processing" decomposes harmful substances into harmless substances.Even if you wipe sweat or dry it in the room, it does not smell and can be used in a clean state at any time.I'm happy about that.
As the number of partners who sew and process towels is decreasing, all processes from product development, sewing and processing, to inspection and shipment are outsourced to employment support facilities. It creates a virtuous cycle that leads to an increase in the number of employment support facilities while achieving towel production.
Currently, it is a brand that is often chosen as gifts, such as original goods for sauna facilities and hot bath facilities, wedding gifts, birth gifts, competition souvenirs, and novelties for companies.
Lifestyle Miscellaneous Goods
▼ Mulierez
First landing in Japan, a natural detergent born in Scandinavia that is friendly to both people and the environment
"Mulieres" is a natural detergent born from the desire to "protect my child who is sensitive to chemicals." One of the European environmental standards,Ecocert certified and vegan certified sustainable itemsAre.
MurieresThe "Natural Liquid Laundry Soap" series is based on olive oil and is characterized by its excellent natural cleansing power and no irritation to the skinAre. Despite prioritizing sustainability that is friendly to both people and the environment, its cleaning power and usability are comparable to non-sustainable items.
Because it is something that is used every day and comes into contact with the skin, more and more people are choosing sustainable products.Laundry detergent that is often purchased by repeat customersAre. Please take this opportunity to prepare it at the store!
▼BUNACO
Sustainable household goods born from natural beech wood from Aomori
"BUNACO" is a brand that was born in 1956 in Aomori Prefecture, which has the largest accumulation of beech in Japan.
Bunaco's original manufacturing method, which covers the disadvantage that beech is difficult to process,The thin beech wood is further cut into a tape shape. It is wound in a coil by hand, and the disc-shaped object is extruded to create a shapeThat's what it is. It is an epoch-making method that reduces material loss and leads to the effective use of resources.
"Inedible Baumkuehen" is a unique tissue box that looks like Baumkuchen. It is an item that was born with the idea that the appearance of being wound in a coil shape looks like a tree ring.Some of the materials are upcycled from beech wood, which is usually unused.and use.
It is also chosen as a souvenir and novelty for department stores, interior shops, select shops, inns and hotels that are working on the SDGs, and companies.
Christmas Items
The countdown to the store's preparations for Christmas has begun. Christmas items are also attracting attention for items that can be used on a daily basis and environmentally friendly items that are not a one-time thing.
Here are some of the best items for the 2023 Christmas market.
▼ Blooming paper shop
Flowers bloom from paper. Would you like to give a Christmas card that returns to the earth?
The paper items handled by "Blooming Paper Shop" are not only cute.100% recycled paper made from recycled paper made from flower and herb seedsAre.
We are developing two brands: "Seed Paper®︎" from Bloomin in the United States and "Hanasaki Washi ®︎" seed paper made in Japan born from waste paper in Japan.
Each sheet is handmade and naturally dried, and printing is done by inkjet or letterpress printing that does not damage the seeds. Although it cannot be mass-produced, it is a paper item that connects people with a lot of love.
13 different flower seeds for Christmas cardsand look forward to seeing what comes out.
If you soak it in water overnight and bury it in the soil, it will germinate in a few days and eventually bloom.
This year's Christmas card is a seed paper that will be fun even after you give it!
▼PLA STUDIO
Adult Christmas with a 3D printed dried flower stand
Christmas interiors can be decorated with slightly muted colors to create a chic adult atmosphere.The perfect item for Christmas for adultsLet me introduce you.
"PLA STUDIO" is a brand that mainly uses 3D printers to produce interior goods. Various surface treatments are applied to create a texture that cannot be found anywhere else. I can't help but touch itThe "dried flower stand" with a special touch is a high-quality wine red and is perfect for Christmas interiors.
Since it is a small size, it is fashionable to put multiple pieces side by side.Because it is made of resin, there is no need to worry about it cracking.I'm also happy.
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Brands featured in this article
Zip Top
ZipTop was founded with the goal of creating "innovative, easy-to-use containers" that will cut off the use of harmful plastic waste.
Lekue
Spanish brand "Lekue" loved all over the world
LUND LONDON
It was created in 2016 by British designer Daniel Lund Savage with a passion for creating eco-friendly homeware and giftware.
epicurean
Epicurean is a brand that focuses on cutting boards that are not only functional but also excellent in design. 100％ made in the U.S.A。
CHABATREE
It is a Thai brand that is particular about the quality of wood and creates high-quality, well-designed products that make the most of the natural beauty and texture of wood.
TETUTO
It's like a café space. With simple art and minimalist design iron furniture, you can live a beautiful life with iron that breathes in the space.
mlte
Be yourself
m.m.d.
It is a "Seto ware" tableware brand that manufactures things in collaboration with potters and workshops with reliable technology and passion cultivated in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, a pottery town with a tradition of 1,300 years.
enicy for craftsman
We are developing "gift work aprons that you will become more attached to each time you use them" that can be ordered with a name on genuine leather tags, bags and miscellaneous goods that are conscious of camping and outdoor scenes.
Taoru Kikufu
To your polite life.
Fluffy to the touch, does not have an unpleasant smell even if you continue to use it,
In pursuit of an ideal towel that can be used comfortably forever, "Kikufu Taoru" was born.
Mulierez
Obtained Ecocert certification. Vegan certified. The world's most sustainable laundry detergent, "Murieles" born in Scandinavia and Estonia, has landed for the first time in Japan!
BUNACO
Made in AomoriSustainable products made from natural beech wood
PLA STUDIO
It is a design studio established in July 2023.
We mainly use 3D printers to produce interior goods.
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The gift of moisture for bare skin
lulumo is for people who have problems with adult sensitive skin.
It is a skincare brand that makes you love your skin more.
Noubeauté
Wake up to glowing skin from within.
I'm satisfied with this one, and even if I use it in combination, it works on various signs of aging.
《 Immortalized human dental pulp stem cell acclimatization culture medium 》 Formulation serum.
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TYG Co., Ltd. has been issuing the "Yoga Handbook" since 2008.
It is a notebook for yoga lovers.
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