NATURE POSITIVE
Toyotetsu Forest was launched in 2011 under the slogan, “Creating factories that make use of nature and coexist in harmony with it,” and was established in 2013 on the site of the former head office building.
At the time, there were few precedents in the manufacturing industry for initiatives aimed at coexistence with nature, making this a pioneering effort in the field.
Concept
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Existing trees are left (black pine, cherry, honeycomb, etc.)
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Planting saplings and creating forests by yourself
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Establish biotopes as a bio-tolerance preservation activity
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Plant flower trees that can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons
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Remove invasive species and use only native species
Ecological Networks
NATURE POSITIVE
Toyotetsu Forest is located between the Yahagi River to the east and the hilly area to the west,
serving as a “green corridor” that attracts wildlife into the urban area.
By creating habitats that allow wildlife to move freely between areas,
the forest contributes to maintaining and expanding the ecological network of the surrounding region.
Reference: Ecological Network
An ecological network is a connected system of natural environments, such as rivers, forests, and rice paddies, that allows wildlife to move between different habitats in search of food, places to rest, and areas to raise their young. When natural habitats become fragmented and populations are isolated, biodiversity can be lost. Therefore, connecting similar and different types of habitats so that wildlife can move freely between them is essential for preventing species extinction.
Biological survey
At Toyotetsu Forest, we conduct wildlife surveys three times a year on an ongoing basis.
In the first survey conducted in May 2016, 26 species were identified. As a result of our continued efforts to promote and expand activities for coexistence with nature, the number of species identified had increased to 300 by November 2025.
Toyotetsu Forest continues to steadily develop into a rich natural environment that plays a role in an ecological network, providing pathways for a diverse range of wildlife to move between habitats.
Toyotetsu Forest Event
At Toyotetsu, we organize environmental education events for both employees and the wider community, making the most of the rich natural environment of the “Toyotetsu Forest.”
Participants can enjoy learning about wildlife and the surrounding environment through explanations by expert instructors while directly experiencing the forest and the creatures that live there.
Events held in the Toyotetsu Forest are designed to deepen participants’ understanding through hands-on experiences while bringing them closer to nature. These programs provide participants with opportunities to make new discoveries and gain valuable insights.
