Speak Up for a Better World: Order Now for Nonbiru Magazine's July-August Issue

The Pal System Federation (headquartered in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Atsuyuki Shibusawa) will begin accepting orders on June 15 (Monday) for the July-August 2026 issue of its bi-monthly magazine 'Nonbiru', which focuses on solving community and lifestyle challenges. Through the perspectives of citizen activists, staff supporting those in poverty, and journalists, the issue delivers frontline stories from citizen movements advocating for peace and human rights.

New Forms of Citizen Movements Across Japan

The special feature of the July-August 2026 issue is titled 'Small Voices Can Change the World'. It highlights diverse citizen movements taking place across Japan, emphasizing the significance and hope behind every individual raising their voice.

The feature articles introduce the 'Flashlight Demo', a new form of expression where participants raise colorful LED flashlights to advocate for peace and human rights. Events that bring together people of all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds are also covered, showcasing mutual recognition and acceptance of differences. Amid growing global tensions and rising anxieties in daily life, proactive initiatives to protect livelihoods and improve society continue to expand.

The issue includes an interview with a group warning about the dangers of missile deployment, emphasizing the responsibility of today’s citizens to speak out. It also features a special contribution by journalist Midori Ogasa, a sociologist, who analyzes the history of espionage and discusses the implications of Japan’s proposed 'Anti-Spying Law'.

Reviving Past Articles Ahead of 20th Anniversary

'Nonbiru' will celebrate its 20th anniversary in autumn 2026. To mark this milestone, the magazine is launching a revival series, re-publishing impactful past articles from its archives. This issue reprints a January 2019 feature on professional performers who bring joy through mime, plate spinning, and juggling. These artists, active domestically, also volunteer in developing countries, performing in schools, orphanages, and prisons. The article renews the heartwarming message of connecting hearts through universal laughter.

In the 'Action for Tomorrow: People in Motion' section, the magazine highlights a stylish footwear brand designed for people who use lower-limb orthotics. Founded by someone living with illness and disability, the brand was created to fulfill a personal need—'to make the shoes I want to wear'—and now serves others facing similar challenges, supporting everyone’s journey to live authentically.

A Magazine That Turns 'Wouldn’t It Be Nice If…' into Reality

'Nonbiru' supports individuals and communities striving to live vibrantly and authentically, and to help one another in times of need. The magazine spotlights people addressing diverse local challenges and fosters rich connections through collaboration and mutual understanding. It provides practical solutions to everyday problems and offers information to help readers build communities and find purpose in contributing to society.

Subscribers can register for regular delivery of the bi-monthly magazine when ordering Pal System’s home-delivery products.

Nonbiru July-August 2026 Issue: 'Small Voices Can Change the World' – Overview

[Publisher] Pal System Consumers' Cooperative Federation

[Release Date] July 18, 2026

[Format] B5 size, 52 pages

[Article Highlights]

◆ Speaking Up Gently and Diversely: Saying No to What We Dislike, Imagining the Future – Minako Hishiyama (Tokyo-based citizen activist)

◆ A Society Where Everyone Is Treated as Human: Believing in a Distant 'Someday' – Mihoko Kobayashi (Tsukuroi Tokyo Fund, a nonprofit organization)

◆ Is There an 'Ammunition Depot' Near Our Homes? Voices for Peace from a Quiet Science City – Mayumi Kureha (Residents’ Network Concerned about the Missile Ammunition Depot in Joyo, Kyoto)

◆ Digital Technology for Freedom and Peace: Rethinking the 'Anti-Spying Law'

By Midori Ogasa (Journalist, Sociologist)

◆ This Is How We See the World

[Popular Ongoing Series]

◇ Nonbiru Interviews, 'People in Motion', 'Me, Peace, and This Photo', and serialized essays by Suu Mizuno, Setsu Uchiyama, Tetsuro Irohira, and Akiko Suzuki.

[Pal System Order Page] Online orders require registration.

[Order Number] 190608

※ Available not only through 10 Pal System cooperatives (across 13 prefectures), but also via the official website, Nohmunkyo Agricultural Book Center (Kanda-Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku), and Junkudo Bookstore Ikebukuro Main Store (Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku).

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