This report from Kamakura Ethical Lab details their participation in the Kamando Ichiba event, a community market in Kamakura promoting ethical actions and environmental considerations.

Visited the Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua in Japan and Kamakura City Hall to report on the progress of the project

Sustainable coffee project linking the region and the world evaluated

From Kamakura to the whole country. Companies, local communities, and citizens unite to commercialize products.

Today, May 10, 2025, as we celebrate World Fair Trade Day, this special occasion inspires us to reflect deeply on the significance and potential of fair trade, and renew our determination to build a just and sustainable society.

Nicaragua, blessed with abundant natural beauty. The sesame seeds carefully cultivated there are not only delicious but also seeds of hope that support the future of the producers. This article introduces the appeal of fair trade sesame seeds from Nicaragua and the current situation in Nicaragua behind them.

What is the Kamakura Ethical Lab? Recommendations for a fair trade town in Kamakura

Positive and Easy Use” of Coffee Grounds.

Kamakura City has been officially certified as Japan's seventh Fair Trade Town, the result of years of effort by its citizens, businesses, and government. A certification ceremony was held on May 6th to celebrate this achievement.

Kamakura City has been certified as a Fair Trade Town in March 2025

The Kamakura Ethical Lab wholeheartedly welcomes the Fair Trade Declaration announced by the City of Kamakura.

Explains the “Coffee 2050 Problem” that threatens the future of coffee and introduces the efforts of the Kamakura Ethical Lab to raise awareness of this issue and support sustainable coffee production through the development of Kamakura-branded fair trade coffee.