Lifestyle
Japan's aging society is the world's most urgent laboratory for life sciences innovation — and the solutions emerging here will matter everywhere. JStories' Life Sciences section covers Japan's dynamic intersection of AgeTech, BioTech, HealthTech, and MedTech: from longevity research and regenerative medicine to AI-powered diagnostics, digital health platforms, and next-generation medical devices.
With the world's oldest population and one of its strongest pharmaceutical industries, Japan is uniquely positioned to lead the global longevity economy. Whether it's a Kyoto University spinout developing a breakthrough cancer therapy, a Tokyo HealthTech startup deploying AI diagnostics, or an AgeTech pioneer reimagining elder care — JStories tells the stories at the frontier of Japan's health innovation.
New spin on old wool
J-STORIES - The central Japan region of Bishu In Gifu Prefecture has a wool-producing heritage to rival...
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‘Edible’ homes not just a load of rubbish
J-STORIES - It sounds like the story of "Hansel and Gretel," but this is no fairy...
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The Brief #22 Fermented fabric, Online learning for refugees, Vegetable sheets
https://youtu.be/c9jyLYHHefM A Japanese startup has developed a sustainable artificial protein fiber inspired by spider silk that...
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Vegetable sheets keep food from going to waste
J-STORIES - There are pasta sheets for making lasagna and seaweed sheets for making sushi rolls,...
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Making eco-friendly fabric by fermenting protein
J-STORIES - As a graduate student, Kazuhide Sekiyama researched artificial spider silk, hoping to develop a strong...
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Japan’s first virtual mall with a traditional touch
J-STORIES - The mall has a fine array of Shimane Prefecture delicacies, from delicious "nodoguro" (blackthroat seaperch) to...
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Japan gets the bug for insect cuisine
J-STORIES - Earlier this year, some Japanese students made an unusual lunchroom menu request: They wanted to...
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Fashion brand makes lit clothes for all
J-STORIES - Most apparel companies employ fashion designers, but not many also work with doctors and...
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The Brief #18 Inclusive fashion, Propeller-less wind turbines
https://youtu.be/kf9mtxV-vfA A Tokyo startup is revolutionizing inclusive fashion by offering a customizable clothing system designed with...
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Turning bone china into fertilizer
J-STORIES - Bone china is admired for its creamy white color and luminous, translucent sheen. Although...
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