"On 14 June, the world celebrates World Blood Donor Day, a global tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors who give others a second chance at life. Their generosity saves lives, strengthens communities, and embodies the spirit of solidarity. It’s a day to say thank you, but also to spotlight the ongoing, urgent need for safe, regular blood donations. This year, we honor hope, the kind you give with every drop of blood. Because millions of patients around the

Human Rights Now (HRN) is an international human rights NGO based in Japan. It was established in 2006 by a group of human rights professionals, including lawyers, researchers, journalists, and citizens, to eradicate serious human rights violations that continue to occur around the world. Based on internationally established human rights standards, Human Rights Now works to eliminate human rights violations across borders, starting from Japan, with the aim of creating a fair

In line with the idea of giving daily, today we are sharing 10 OTHER charity organizations within Japan that you can be a part of to make a d

The NPO that runs the Tokyo Toy Museum is looking for staff to support its activities across the country.

June 8th is World Oceans Day. It is celebrated annually to focus on the importance of the ocean and the importance our actions have on it.

Like Giving Tuesday, World Caring Day serves as a catalyst for inspiring acts of kindness and highlighting the various ways people show kindness.  While it isn’t regulated to a single day, some people need a nudge to recognize how they are caring.  Some kind souls don’t see helping others as a caring act, but rather as something that is just a part of their character or daily routine. 

The 2025 theme is #BeatPlasticPollution. You can choose to follow along with the current theme and their movement through https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/, or you can focus on environmental issues within your community.

From day one, byFood has been more than just a food experience platform—it’s been a catalyst for social good. Founded with the belief that you can solve a problem and make a societal impact at the same time, byFood connects travelers with unique culinary experiences across Japan, while giving back through its Food for Happiness program, which donates meals to children in need with every booking.