Japan's early adoption of a global nature-risk reporting framework, driven by their cultural values of harmony and self-reliance, is highlighted as over 130 firms align their reports to nature-related risks, indicating a significant step in integrating environmental considerations into corporate strategies. Additionally, Kawasaki Heavy's unveiling of Japan's largest 'air carbon removal' pilot project, with plans to scale into one of Asia's largest carbon-removal projects by 2030, showcases a crucial commitment to combating climate change through innovative technology. On the grassroots level, a youth-led campaign is advocating for fiber-rich, plant-powered meals in school cafeterias, reflecting a growing trend in advocating for sustainable, regenerative agriculture approaches in food choices and supply chains.