Coexisting with Local Communities
Basic Concept
The Tsubaki Group’s manufacturing and sales bases extend to 28 countries and regions across the world. We not only contribute to society through our business activities but also understand cultures and laws and regulations that differ by country and region, and connect with local communities through a wide range of social contribution activities as members of those communities.
Initiatives in Japan
Supporting Development of the Next Generation
We plan and host events designed to deepen understanding of manufacturing corporations through visiting national institutes of technology to give lectures to students and inviting students from junior and senior high schools for work experience programs.
Lectures at National Institutes of Technology
The Kyotanabe Plant received a request from an institute of technology in the Shikoku region to give a lecture as part of classes on career-path selection and employment. Employees who are graduates of the school used real-life experiences to talk about choosing a career path and the enjoyment of working, following a description of Tsubaki’s technological capabilities and a product introduction.
Workplace Learning Experience for Local Junior High School Students
At our plants and Group companies, we cooperate with junior high school workplace learning experience programs.
Community Contribution
Kyotanabe Plant Cherry Blossom Festival
At the Kyotanabe Plant, we hold a cherry blossom festival, where nearby residents can appreciate the 1,000 cherry trees in the grounds of the plant.
In 2026, it was held over two days, April 4 and 11. In front of the cherry blossoms in full bloom, visitors enjoyed spending time in their own ways, such as eating boxed lunches and playing ball. In addition, visitors who were interested could also enjoy a VR flight experience, part of “T’s Exoskeleton” exhibited at last year’s Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Providing the Employee Parking Area as the Venue for a Runbike* Children’s Sports Race (Saitama Plant)
The run bike competition, the Ricky Challenge Cup: 2026 Hanno Round, was held on June 14, 2026, and for the second successive year, the employee parking lot at our Saitama Plant was opened to the public to be used as the venue.
On the day, about 130 children between two and seven years old enthusiastically raced their run bikes (aka balance bikes). The atmosphere was full of excitement.
* Runbike: A vehicle for children which is propelled by running on the ground rather than by pedaling
Plant Tour for Local Elementary School Students and Their Parents
We conduct an experience-type plant tour based on the theme of “Enjoy the Plant!” where students learn by seeing, touching, and experiencing.
Tsubakimoto Chain Kyotanabe Plant
The summer holiday program of family plant visits, which marked its 18th year in FY 2025. In the customary chain assembly competition, not only children but also adults enjoyed it.
Tsubakimoto Chain Saitama Plant
In addition to touring the Mobility Plant and the materials handling exhibition area, participants also experienced having lunch at the employee cafeteria. In FY 2025, we accepted plant tours from seven schools.
Tsubakimoto Chain Hyogo Plant
Participated in the “Tsuyama Area Open Factory 2025” hosted by the Industrial Support Center. Through plant tours, visitors experienced firsthand the enjoyment of manufacturing.
Tsubakimoto Chain Okayama Plant
In cooperation with the local chamber of commerce, we held a parent-child plant tour for 35 participants consisting of local elementary school students in the city and their families.
Environmental Activities
Employees actively participate in local environmental events and cleaning activities in the surrounding area, working to be good members of the community.
Tsubakimoto Chain Kyotanabe Plant
Participated in local events such as the Kyotanabe Citizens’ Festival and environmental festival. We introduce our activities aimed at reducing environmental impacts and initiatives for reducing environmental impacts through our products.
Tsubakimoto Chain Headquarters and Osaka Office
We participated in the Clean-Up Activity in the Nakanoshima Area in Kita-Ku, Osaka City. Through picking up trash, we are helping to foster interaction among companies, residents, and the government.
Tsubakimoto Chain Nagaokakyo Plant
We participated in the local Zero Trash Movement. Perhaps because the traffic volume on the national highway in front of the plant is high, there is a large amount of trash, and the event also increased awareness of the surrounding environment among everyone who participated.
Okayama Plant
We designate every June as “Environmental Month” and strive to beautify areas around the plant through cleaning activities and the like.
Hyogo Plant Tsubakimoto Bulk Systems
We participate in the citywide simultaneous cleaning volunteer activity held twice a year by Kasai City Hall, as well as the monthly clean campaign hosted by the industrial park section, and work on environmental beautification.
Participation in Events
Since FY 2024, we have sponsored the Eco Kotowaza Contest hosted by the Eco-First Promotion Council.
The Eco Kotowaza Contest, hosted by the Eco-First Promotion Council with the support of the Ministry of the Environment, solicits original proverbs created by elementary and junior high school students nationwide each year in line with the year’s theme. In FY 2025, as a result of rigorous screening among 811 submitted works, we selected the winning work for the Tsubakimoto Chain Award.
Results of the 16th Eco Kotowaza Contest screening are available here (PDF)
Initiatives in the Americas
Charity Activities
U.S. Tsubaki Automotive
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission
Employees from two plants cooperated to hold a food drive. We provided food support to 200 children in disadvantaged circumstances during the holiday season.
Mayfran International
Participated in the St. Baldrick’s Foundation charity event “Head Shaving,” which raises funds for pediatric cancer research. As a sign of solidarity with children who have lost their hair due to side effects of cancer treatment, several employees shaved their heads, solicited donations, and made a donation.
KCI
We are continuing our charity activities for children’s hospitals. In addition to donating nearly 500 toys collected from employees, we made a donation of $214 through the customary “Chili Contest*.”
* An activity in which participants bring their signature dishes, and the proceeds from the tasting event are donated
Volunteer Activities
U.S. Tsubaki Automotive
As volunteer activities, we carried out tasks such as painting sidewalks in front of a local elementary school gate, maintaining flowerbeds around the schoolyard (mulching to prevent weeds and disease), and constructing pits for boccia, an official Paralympic sport.
Initiatives in Europe
Charity Activities
Tsubaki Automotive Czech
We participate in volunteer activities to help walk dogs at a local animal shelter. In addition, we are developing community-based activities such as first aid experiences on Rescue Workers’ Day, blood donor appreciation events, and participation in food drives.
Tsubakimoto Europe
We raise charity funds through employee participation in the Rotterdam Marathon. We continue to carry out various activities, including support for school construction in The Gambia (Africa) (photo) and sponsorship of events for families with children with intractable diseases (photo).
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp
We support local sports clubs and communities as sponsors, including participation in running events hosted by local companies (photo) aimed at improving teamwork and health awareness.
Environmental Activities
Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
We carry out activities utilizing vacant land at plants with the aim of maintaining biodiversity and providing a place of relaxation for employees.
Initiatives in Asia
Charity Activities
Tsubakimoto Automotive Korea
Every year, TAK makes donations to organizations for persons with disabilities as part of its community contribution activities. In addition, during the kimchi-making season (November), we participate in making kimchi together with local volunteers and deliver it to households in financial hardship.
Tsubakimoto Automotive (Thailand)
Clean water is an important social infrastructure. TAT donated 2,000-liter water storage tanks to local schools and temples, contributing to a stable supply of safe water. These activities support the local community in maintaining health and improving daily life.
Tsubakimoto (Thailand)
We participate in various volunteer activities, including beach cleanups (photo), coral planting and shark release, mangrove planting, and collection of used PET bottles.
Environmental Activities
Tsubakimoto Automotive Korea
Introduction of solar power generation
Last December, we entered into a PPA agreement (power purchase agreement), installed solar panels on the plant roof, and started solar power generation. Because this can cover 28% of the plant’s total electricity consumption, it significantly suppresses CO2 emissions. This contributes to realizing an environmentally friendly plant.
