[Waseda University × Tokyo Metro × Environment Rodorigues] Upcycling Workshop
— Revitalize discarded materials. Rethinking sustainability for the future — Call for Participants (2025/12/13)
Waseda University’s Hirayama Ikuo Volunteer Center (WAVOC) will co-host an “Upcycling Workshop” with Tokyo Metro as part of our efforts to promote a more sustainable society.
In collaboration with the student circle “Environment Rodorigues” which promotes “students taking the lead and addressing to solutions to environmental issues through diverse approaches” we will organize a hands-on workshop.
As the starting point of this workshop, participants will use waste materials and discarded items generated through Tokyo Metro’s railway operations to explore ideas that create new value from an upcycling perspective-aiming to reduce environmental impact and expand possibilities for resource circulation.
━ Do railway parts, seat fabrics, or uniforms that have fulfilled their original purpose truly have no value left?
Tokyo Metro is working toward a “decarbonized, circular society” by planning and developing upcycled products that make use of these materials. Sustainability is an increasingly vital theme. Not only for the present but also for future generations, Tokyo Metro seeks to become a “planet-friendly company” by reducing CO₂ emissions and waste—serving as a driving force through cooperation with society at large.
With these social challenges in mind, why not team up in groups to propose innovative, creative ideas that break free from conventional practices?
We welcome anyone interested in corporate sustainability initiatives, environmental issues, or joining a volunteer activity for the first time.
We look forward to the participation of students who are eager to tackle social challenges and think deeply about environmental issues.
Date & Time
*Check-in from 13:10
Venue
Waseda University, Waseda Campus, Building 27, 1F GCC Common Room
Address: 1-6-1 Nishi-Waseda, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo [Building 27 Access Map]
Program
- Overview of Tokyo Metro & Introduction to Sustainability Initiatives
- Activity Introduction by “Environment Rodorigues”
- Group work
- Workshop Details
- Introduction to Tokyo Metro’s discarded materials
- Brainstorming in each group: creating new value from an upcycling perspective
- Group presentations
- Networking session
- Wrap-up & Feedback
Eligibility
Waseda University students
*This event will be held in Japanese, but international students are very welcome.
Capacity
30 participants (planned)
* If applications exceed capacity, participants will be selected by lottery.
Participation Fee
Free
Application & Deadline
Please apply via the application form.
Deadline:
* Depending on application status, registration may close before the deadline.
Notes
For activity reports and publicity on WAVOC and Tokyo Metro websites, photos and videos will be taken during the event. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Organizer
WASEDA University Hirayama Ikuo Volunteer Center (WAVOC)
Tokyo Metro, Sustainability Promotion Department
In Cooperation With
Student circle “Environment Rodorigues”
Inquiries
Hirayama Ikuo Volunteer Center (WAVOC)
E-mail: [email protected]
