
Reporting on the current state of the seedlings from the Sumitomo Pavilion “PLANT A TREE”
Hello from the Sumitomo Pavilion! 🌳
The seedlings that everyone planted at the Pavilion have now moved to a new home —
the Motoyama Tree Nursery Center in Shikoku.
Since the Expo opened in April 2025, the seedlings have grown to about twice their original size!

And now, the forest where these seedlings will be planted has been named:
いのちの森 Forest of Life

Located in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture,
this forest will continue to grow over many years,
carrying people’s hopes and becoming a place that supports the future.




For now, the seedlings are putting down strong roots,
growing with care and attention so they can become healthy trees.
They’re being lovingly nurtured by hand,
preparing to become part of the forest of the future.

In 2026, once they’ve grown strong,
the seedlings will be moved to the Forest of Life.
From the Sumitomo Pavilion,
to the hands of those who care for them,
and then—to the Forest of Life.
Let’s join in creating the forest that connects to the future.