——— Company Overview
会社概要
Ootsu Shorakuen was founded in the early Showa era and has been preserving traditions for four generations in the Mizuma district of Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. At the garden, we cultivate and sell high-quality plants such as 'Mizuma's Black Pine', red pine, five-leaf pine, and cypress to decorate Japanese gardens.
Furthermore, we are involved in exports to Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Europe, and other countries around the world. Our plants receive high evaluations in gardens abroad and spread the beauty of traditional Japanese culture worldwide.
As the fourth generation, we continue to inherit the techniques and pride we have passed down while adapting to new challenges in response to changes in society.
Company Overview
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We believe that it is important to support each other and work together to achieve our goals.
Our garden, Kurume City, particularly the Mizuma district, boasts a history and tradition of more than 100 years. We aim to contribute to the production of the Japanese black pine, 'Mizuma's Black Pine', and spread its value worldwide.
President's Greeting
Preserving traditions while embracing new challenges
Every day, I feel strongly about the work of pruning and cultivating pine trees.
Pine trees are deeply rooted in Japanese culture and are strong and beautiful.
However, while preserving traditions, we must also incorporate new technologies and ideas...
We believe that it is important to adapt to changes in society and evolve the way we cultivate pine trees.
Always have a heart to challenge
With this thought in my heart, I want to draw out the new charm of pine trees with free thinking.
If you are unsure, go for the fun side
There are times when I hesitate in my work and tasks.
When I hesitate, I jump into the fun side, the side I feel is interesting.
There are times when I choose a difficult path, but I believe it leads to new discoveries and growth.
Through the pine trees we have cultivated, I hope to deliver 'fun' to you.
大津 剛 (Ootsu Tsuyoshi)
Recruitment Information
Our workplace is proud of its bright and peaceful atmosphere.
Would you like to try new challenges as a team member in an environment surrounded by trees and nature?
We welcome those with no experience! We will teach you the knowledge and skills needed for work.
We will support you with all our heart to try what you want to do!
Staff Interview
There is a great satisfaction in successfully cultivating a pine tree
Before this, I worked at a factory, but my father was my uncle, and that's how I ended up in this job.
When I first started, I thought "I don't like outdoor work at all," but it turned out to be fun. At the factory, I was always in the same place, but in this job, we often went out to different places, and it was fun to see how things changed.
Not only cultivating pine trees, but also digging up trees is one of the charms of this job. It's especially hard to dig up big trees, and it can take two days. But the satisfaction of successfully cultivating a pine tree is great. I worry about whether the tree will grow well, but when it finally takes root, it's a happy moment.
"I want to tell new people about the fun of this job. Of course, I don't say 'I want to be like me' (laughs)."
Spending time with my coworkers is a really nice thing.
Every process is filled with fun
Before this, I worked at a factory, but my father was my uncle, and that's how I ended up in this job.
At first, I was a bit nervous, but when I was cultivating pine trees or when I finished cutting a big tree, I felt a great sense of achievement and fulfillment. The most fun part is when we dig up trees we bought and plant them together. We bend the branches carefully to fit in the trailer, and every process is filled with fun.
My coworkers and I spend time together after work or on weekends. At the site, we do different tasks every day, such as pruning, digging, wrapping the roots, and washing, and each one is a fulfilling job.
"I am often called 'grandpa' by new employees, but (laughs)."
It's nice to grow together with my coworkers.
It was much more enjoyable than I thought
Before this, I worked at a factory, but my father was my uncle, and that's how I ended up in this job.
Old friends of mine invited me to join the company, and I ended up in the world of cultivating pine trees and pruning, landscaping. At first, I was a bit nervous, but I found that it was much more enjoyable than I thought. Although it was completely different from my previous job, I found that there was a common point in that I could create something by moving my hands.
My coworkers and I spend time together after work or on weekends. At the site, we do different tasks every day, such as pruning, digging, wrapping the roots, and washing, and each one is a fulfilling job.
"I like plants", "I want to work with people", "I want to challenge new things"
Those who have those feelings are welcome.
Let's grow together while enjoying our work.
