Preservation of Biodiversity

Ecological Network of Biodiversity

MARUI GROUP is committed to helping protect the ecosystems that form the foundations for sustainable cities and societies. Our efforts to promote store development practices that use land in a manner considerate of biodiversity and to operate our stores in an eco-friendly manner are also beneficial to customers in the surrounding communities. MARUI GROUP's efforts are not limited to the preservation of biodiversity; going forward, the Company will advance measures for combating global warming while also promoting environmental education through events and conducting various other initiatives.

Nakano Marui's Four Seasons and Waterside Gardens

The Four Seasons and Waterside Gardens provide refreshing spaces for community members with a plaza featuring more than 860 m² of lush greenery on the west side of Nakano Marui. In addition, these gardens contain a biotope*1 comprising forested and waterside areas that allows for coexistence between birds, insects, and other wildlife and is also the site of biodiversity initiatives.

These gardens were certified as "Urban Oases" by the Organization for Landscape and Urban Green Infrastructure in 2013. An "Urban Oasis" is a relaxing space filled with greenery that provides people with a sense of tranquility and an opportunity to learn about the importance of greenery and the precious environment it represents. These oases are developed for the purpose of providing safe and comfortable greenery areas in urban settings. Third-party evaluations are required to be certified as an "Urban Oasis." In addition, the Four Seasons and Waterside Gardens won the Nakano Greenery Contribution Award in 2015 and a Special Judges Award in the 5th Contest for Corporate Activities on Biodiversity in 2016.

Socially and environmentally contributing green space “Urban Oasis” certificate

Proof of certification as "Urban Oases" greenery areas contributing to society and the environment

Proof of certification as "Urban Oases" greenery areas contributing to society and the environment (Japanese only)

Four Seasons and Waterside Gardens

Waterside area

Biodiversity survey

Asian swallowtail butterfly (Papilio xuthus)

Brown-eared bulbul (Hypsipetes amaurotis)

Japanese rice fish (Oryzias latipes)

Biodiversity Survey Report (Japanese only)

Shinjuku Marui Main Building's Q-COURT British-Style Garden

Q-COURT is an authentic British-style garden on the roof of Shinjuku Marui Main Building that allows customers to take a relaxing break from shopping and enjoy seasonal flowers.

In 2014, Q-COURT became the second retail industry location to be certified as an "Urban Oasis" by the Organization for Landscape and Urban Green Infrastructure, with the first being Nakano Marui's Four Seasons and Waterside Gardens.

Proof of certification as an "Urban Oasis" greenery area contributing to society and the environment

Proof of certification as an "Urban Oasis" greenery area contributing to society and the environment (Japanese only)

Q-COURT

Fountain in Early Spring Garden

Cosmopolitan butterfly (Vanessa cardui)

Biodiversity Survey Report (Japanese only)

SENJU MILDIX's Rooftop Plaza

The rooftop plaza of SENJU MILDIX (Kitasenju Marui) has been adorned with grass areas and seasonal flowers, providing a prime site for people to relax on family outings.