Media Coverage Updates (TownNews & Newsweek Japan)

We are pleased to share recent media features highlighting the initiatives of the Kamakura Ethical Lab, including "Kamakura Roasted Coffee" and the "Kamakura Ethical Train."

1. TownNews (Published on August 28, 2026)

Overview: Covered the launch of the "Kamakura Ethical Train" on the Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden), spreading the message of "mindful choices" connecting Kamakura and the world.

Read the article: TownNews Article https://www.townnews.co.jp/0602/2026/08/28/850505.html

2. Newsweek Japan - Sustainability Brand Story (Published on October 13, 2026)

Overview: Featured under the title "From a Cup Chosen by Citizens: Kokubu Shuto-ken Cultivates a Fair Trade City through 'Kamakura Roasted Coffee'," this detailed feature explores how a single cup of coffee fosters community-wide fair trade and supports Kamakura’s journey as a Fair Trade Town.

Read the article: Newsweek Japan Article https://www.newsweekjapan.jp/articles/-/336480