Watashi no Mirai is a movement of students and citizens, backed by NGOs and youth groups tackling social issues, that aims for a just society running on 100% renewable energy. Its third "For Us, For Earth" event takes place on October 18 at BONUS TRACK in Shimokitazawa.
This year's theme is "less is more." The event invites people to rethink a society that demands "faster" and "more," and to look for hints on restoring the planet's richness through each person's own sense of richness. The venue will host a market with handmade goods and skincare products, a pop-up restaurant serving food designed to help the earth recover, and exhibitions.
The talks link climate change with politics, gender, energy and art, on themes such as "What electricity will you choose?" and "Who makes society?" Workshops include plant dyeing and a guided walk in the "Nohara" field run by Shimokita Engei-bu, and there is also a play area for children.
Key points
- Sunday, October 18, 11:00–19:00 at Shimokitazawa BONUS TRACK. Free entry (donations welcome), held rain or shine
- A market, pop-up restaurant, talks, workshops and exhibitions let you learn while enjoying the day
- A children's area makes it easy to join as a family
Why we recommend this event
Climate change can feel like an overwhelming problem, but this event approaches it through familiar parts of daily life: eating, choosing and making things. That several NGOs are working together to run it also makes it a good chance to learn about climate efforts in Japan.
Admission is free, so you can drop in on just the programs that interest you. Talk and workshop times are available on the official page.
Editor's comment
Small changes in how we live can add up to a richer planet. This looks like a day full of such ideas.
If you are nearby, why not make it one of your weekend outings? Please see the official page for the detailed timetable.