Chino Biotope Forest ~Fujioka Factory~

This refers to an area that has been artificially restored for the purpose of preserving the local ecosystem and wildlife.
Chino is mindful of the need to preserve the biological environment, and has developed a biotope that it has named the "Chino Biotope Forest" in an effort to restore the nature that is being lost in the region and bring back the traditional, naturally rich Satoyama of the Kanto Plain.

When creating a biotope, it is important to select soil that naturally has few invasive species when transplanting plants, in order to ensure their subsequent growth and management.
This biotope was created by transplanting and relocating native trees and soil from the surrounding area of Takasaki Kannonyama Hills.

Medaka, which used to live in all rivers and ponds, have decreased in numbers as the environment has changed, and they are now designate as endangered species Class I. In 1994, we received a population of medaka discovered in a canal about 5km from this biotope, which we then bred to breed more. We introduced about 20 of them to the Dragonfly Pond, but today they have multiplied to several hundred.

To help local residents understand our biotope and to deepen communication with them, we are continuing to implement initiatives to deepen ties with the local community, such as holding events and environmental learning using the biotope, such as a log-grown shiitake mushroom cultivation experience that uses felled oak trees within the biotope.

Employees can be seen eating lunch or taking a walk during their lunch break, and the biotope is used as a place for communication.
We also hope to expand communication both inside and outside the company through the biotope, by accepting tours from people involved in preserving the local natural environment and holding barbecue parties for employees.