[35 Parents and Children Participated] Encounter Endangered Species and Reflect! Environmental Learning Event for Action Held at Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Juki Shoko Co., Ltd. successfully concluded its experiential environmental learning event, "Life and Earth Learning Tour," for elementary school children and their parents at Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Nagoya on March 25, 2026. With 35 participants, the event aimed to help families understand environmental issues as their own through endangered species and inspire them to take action, commemorating the first anniversary of the company's environmental picture book.
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Juki Shoko Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chikusa-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture), which operates in construction machinery sales and repair, and solar air conditioning equipment, successfully concluded its experiential environmental learning event, "Life and Earth Learning Tour," for elementary school children and their parents at Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Nagoya on March 25, 2026.
On the day, 35 parents and children participated, making it a learning opportunity where environmental issues were understood as "their own" through endangered animals, leading to action.
This event was held to commemorate the first anniversary of the release of the picture book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH" *1.
Emphasizing that children consider environmental issues as "their own problems" while observing animals, the event provided an opportunity for them to proactively think, "Why are they decreasing?" and "What can I do?" by seeing actual animals rather than just books or videos.
This is the second event, following last year's experiential event "Everyone Protect the Earth Exploration Team" *2.
■ Tour Structure Guiding to "Action" in 3 Steps
This tour consists of the following three steps:
Discovery
Observe endangered species under the guidance of an interpreter
→ Understand the problems faced by the animals in front of them
Thought
Record insights on a worksheet
→ Emphasize "one's own thoughts" rather than correct answers
Action
Parents and children decide "what they can do starting today"
→ Integrate into daily life
■ Children's "Action Declarations"
Children looking for hints in the picture book. Parents and children thinking about strategies to protect the Earth and animals.
At the end of the event, each participating child announced "what they can do starting today to protect the Earth and animals."
〇 Turn off lights frequently
〇 Pay attention to marks when shopping
〇 Conserve water, etc.
■ Background of the Event: Responsibility as an Energy Company
Employees explaining the company's initiatives.
The company has supported regional infrastructure for over 65 years through construction machinery and energy facilities. However, the environmental impact of our "affluent lives" cannot be ignored. Therefore, we planned this event with the desire to create a place where everyone can think about "a future coexisting with the Earth."
■ Visitors' Voices
"Even though it rained, we saw lively animals that we don't usually see. I was surprised that my son actively spoke up."
"It was a valuable experience to see many animals in ways we don't usually. Listening to the explanations, I realized how various global environmental problems are connected. My child is also interested, so I want to remember what we learned today and review our daily lives."
"It was good to think with my child about what concrete actions we can take for global warming countermeasures.
I want to work on things we can do in daily life with my child!"
■ Event Overview
Event flyer
Title: Life and Earth Learning Tour in Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Venue: Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Nagoya
Target: Elementary school children and their parents
Participants: 35 people
Content: Observation of endangered species / Worksheet completion / Action plan
Organizer: Juki Shoko Co., Ltd.
(Image provided by: Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens)
[Reference] About Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens "Animal Lecture Tour"
This event is a special edition utilizing the "Animal Lecture Tour by Environmental Education Interpreters" conducted by the zoo.
As part of environmental education, the zoo's interpreters provide easy-to-understand explanations on daily themes such as animal characteristics, habitats, and the current status of endangered species.
Groups of 20 or more can arrange a dedicated tour tailored to their needs (advance reservation required).
Animal Lecture Tour by Interpreters
Introduction of other regional initiatives
■ Picture Book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH" *1
A picture book reflecting the characteristics of the ZEB-certified headquarters building was produced. This is the first time our company has created a ZEB picture book.
The picture book features animals as protagonists to make it relatable to children, explaining the mechanisms, impacts, and countermeasures of global warming in an easy-to-understand manner. It shows that houses and buildings that generate electricity and reduce electricity consumption (ZEB/ZEH) are effective in reducing carbon dioxide.
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, a "Picture Book Reading Session" was held for local elementary school students in collaboration with the Chikusa Ward Social Welfare Council of Nagoya City to commemorate its publication.
Title: Picture Book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH"
Size: 20 cm x 20 cm
Pages: 36 pages / main text
Illustrations and text by: Kamerou
Price: Hardcover 2,200 yen (tax included), Softcover 550 yen (tax included)
Publication Date: March 1, 2025
Sales: Available online, including Amazon
■ Experiential Event "Everyone Protect the Earth Exploration Team" *2
An environmental-themed play was performed as a community exchange event utilizing the company's own building.
Environmentally conscious ZEB
On the day, 35 parents and children participated, making it a learning opportunity where environmental issues were understood as "their own" through endangered animals, leading to action.
This event was held to commemorate the first anniversary of the release of the picture book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH" *1.
Emphasizing that children consider environmental issues as "their own problems" while observing animals, the event provided an opportunity for them to proactively think, "Why are they decreasing?" and "What can I do?" by seeing actual animals rather than just books or videos.
This is the second event, following last year's experiential event "Everyone Protect the Earth Exploration Team" *2.
■ Tour Structure Guiding to "Action" in 3 Steps
This tour consists of the following three steps:
Discovery
Observe endangered species under the guidance of an interpreter
→ Understand the problems faced by the animals in front of them
Thought
Record insights on a worksheet
→ Emphasize "one's own thoughts" rather than correct answers
Action
Parents and children decide "what they can do starting today"
→ Integrate into daily life
■ Children's "Action Declarations"
Children looking for hints in the picture book. Parents and children thinking about strategies to protect the Earth and animals.
At the end of the event, each participating child announced "what they can do starting today to protect the Earth and animals."
〇 Turn off lights frequently
〇 Pay attention to marks when shopping
〇 Conserve water, etc.
■ Background of the Event: Responsibility as an Energy Company
Employees explaining the company's initiatives.
The company has supported regional infrastructure for over 65 years through construction machinery and energy facilities. However, the environmental impact of our "affluent lives" cannot be ignored. Therefore, we planned this event with the desire to create a place where everyone can think about "a future coexisting with the Earth."
■ Visitors' Voices
"Even though it rained, we saw lively animals that we don't usually see. I was surprised that my son actively spoke up."
"It was a valuable experience to see many animals in ways we don't usually. Listening to the explanations, I realized how various global environmental problems are connected. My child is also interested, so I want to remember what we learned today and review our daily lives."
"It was good to think with my child about what concrete actions we can take for global warming countermeasures.
I want to work on things we can do in daily life with my child!"
■ Event Overview
Event flyer
Title: Life and Earth Learning Tour in Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Venue: Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Nagoya
Target: Elementary school children and their parents
Participants: 35 people
Content: Observation of endangered species / Worksheet completion / Action plan
Organizer: Juki Shoko Co., Ltd.
(Image provided by: Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens)
[Reference] About Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens "Animal Lecture Tour"
This event is a special edition utilizing the "Animal Lecture Tour by Environmental Education Interpreters" conducted by the zoo.
As part of environmental education, the zoo's interpreters provide easy-to-understand explanations on daily themes such as animal characteristics, habitats, and the current status of endangered species.
Groups of 20 or more can arrange a dedicated tour tailored to their needs (advance reservation required).
Animal Lecture Tour by Interpreters
Introduction of other regional initiatives
■ Picture Book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH" *1
A picture book reflecting the characteristics of the ZEB-certified headquarters building was produced. This is the first time our company has created a ZEB picture book.
The picture book features animals as protagonists to make it relatable to children, explaining the mechanisms, impacts, and countermeasures of global warming in an easy-to-understand manner. It shows that houses and buildings that generate electricity and reduce electricity consumption (ZEB/ZEH) are effective in reducing carbon dioxide.
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, a "Picture Book Reading Session" was held for local elementary school students in collaboration with the Chikusa Ward Social Welfare Council of Nagoya City to commemorate its publication.
Title: Picture Book "Protecting Everyone's Earth with ZEB/ZEH"
Size: 20 cm x 20 cm
Pages: 36 pages / main text
Illustrations and text by: Kamerou
Price: Hardcover 2,200 yen (tax included), Softcover 550 yen (tax included)
Publication Date: March 1, 2025
Sales: Available online, including Amazon
■ Experiential Event "Everyone Protect the Earth Exploration Team" *2
An environmental-themed play was performed as a community exchange event utilizing the company's own building.
Environmentally conscious ZEB