Learning Together for the Rural Future: ARI releases the 7th Edition of Euodoō – Journal of Rural Future Study

The Asian Rural Institute released the 7th edition of Euodoō – Journal of Rural Future Study in early December 2024, continuing its tradition of sharing profound insights and reflections that resonate with ARI’s mission.

Marking the seventh annual publication, this special edition coincided with ARI’s 50th-anniversary celebration, featuring a collection of essays and reflections that highlight the organization’s focus on sustainable farming, community building, and servant leadership. Through these pages, contributors share their learnings and experiences, inspiring readers to join the journey toward building a resilient and equitable “rural future.”

Highlights of the 2024 edition include:

  • Ardhendu Sekhar Chatterjee (Graduate of 1976, India): ARI 50th Anniversary Celebration Address
  • Dr. Ayyapan Shanmugam (Graduate of 1992, India): My Learning at ARI
  • Osamu Arakawa (Associate Director, Chairman in Education, Farm Staff): History of the Asian Rural Institute’s Farm
  • Ikumi Kanamori (FEAST Staff): Food Education and Sustainable Table – The Kitchen and Dining Hall at ARI
  • Jakob Siringoringo (Graduate of 2023, Indonesia): Curiosity Upon Servant Leadership

These contributions explore themes at the heart of ARI’s work, providing thought-provoking perspectives on how rural communities can thrive through intentional leadership, sustainable practices, and shared values. The journal also reflects on ARI’s rich history, celebrating half a century of empowering individuals from around the globe.

Whether you’re an ARI graduate, a supporter, or simply curious about how sustainable practices intersect with leadership and community development, this edition offers valuable insights to inspire action. The price is ¥800 + ¥430 shipping all over Japan. Please reach out to ARI if you are interested in buying the journal.

Men's Dormitory & Guest House

Participants and volunteers live in separate dormitories for men and women. The dormitory includes shared lounges, kitchens, showers, and laundry facilities. Wi-Fi is not available.

Poultry House

The poultry facilities include free-range chicken coops and a brooding house. More than 400 chickens are raised, producing over 80,000 eggs and approximately one ton of chicken meat each year.

Pig Pen

Participants learn a variety of pig farming techniques through hands-on practice. Both deep-litter and concrete-floor systems are used, and manure is recycled into biogas and fertilizer.

Goat House

Goat milk (over 200 liters annually) and meat are used for food, while manure is used as fertilizer. During the day, the goats roam freely in the pasture.

Forest

The forests surrounding the campus are managed through selective thinning for firewood and charcoal production. Leaves and other organic materials are collected for use in agriculture.

Fields

On 2.5 hectares of farmland, approximately 100 varieties of vegetables and crops are grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. The entire community helps manage the fields as part of its commitment to learning and self-sufficiency.

Rice Paddies

Rice is cultivated in paddies both on and off campus. Various organic rice-growing methods are studied and practiced, including weed control and fertilization using ducks.

Workshop

The workshop is a space for repair and recycling activities. It contains machinery, welding equipment, woodworking tools, and a variety of materials.

Feed Mixing Room

Livestock feed is produced here using both manual and mechanical methods. Continuous efforts are made to improve feed quality and sustainability.

Administration Building

The first floor houses the reception area and administrative offices, while the second floor contains staff offices and the Director’s office. The Farm Shop (Agricultural Training Room) is located adjacent to the building.

ARI Shop

The shop offers ARI-grown produce, processed foods, books, and handicrafts from the home countries of ARI graduates.

Farm Shop (Agricultural Training Room)

The facility serves as the hub of agricultural activities at ARI. It includes classrooms, storage for tools and farming materials, and facilities for drying and storing crops.

Oikos Chapel

Originally a 100-year-old traditional farmhouse, the chapel has been renovated into a place of worship. Daily morning gatherings are held here, along with meditation, dialogue sessions, gospel choir practice, and other community activities. Oikos is a Greek word meaning “home.”

Manna House (Food Processing Room)

This facility is used for producing and storing processed foods such as cookies and jam. The ground floor also contains a poultry processing facility.

Fish Ponds

Fish are raised for both food and agricultural purposes.

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