Yuko Emura

On January 17th, we successfully held ARI Friends Day with the generous support of many people. Thank you very much to everyone who attended! Training Assistants Veh and Jeremiya hosted a talk session, where they shared stories of their powerful work and passion within rural communities in their home countries. Many attendees also enjoyed the cakes they made and sold as the culmination of their training. Many first-time visitors participated in Tree Climbing®, immersing themselves in nature within our forest. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Jun Tree Service for … Read more

Want to take a break from your daily work or studies for a while?Thinking about how you want to live your life?Want to encounter things you’ve never experienced before? Volunteering at ARI is a perfect opportunity for you! Why not take part in our work while living an agriculture-centered life in a multicultural community? There are many ways to get involved, including farm work, cooking, office work, and more! Duration: 2 months to 1 year (preference given to those who can stay 9 months or longer)Start period: Late March is … Read more

Today, the fall Used Book Market started! Best sellers, paperbacks, picture books art books, and many more, all donated from across Japan, will be available for 100 yen and up. On November 1, 3, and 8, come enjoy Indian curry and chai produced by our skilled ARI chef. Fall is the season for reading. Why not seek out new words in the quiet former Missionary House, away from the noisy world? Fri, October 31 – Sat, November 8 *Closed on Sun, November 2 OPEN11:00-16:00 Venue: Former Missionary House (adjacent to … Read more

ARI conducts evacuation drills three times a year for the entire community.For many international participants and volunteers, this is their first experience with disaster preparedness training.Therefore, learning how to respond when a disaster strikes is critically important. That day, following an evacuation drill, we conducted a shelter management simulation based on the scenario that ARI campus became an evacuation shelter. We thought together about the responses required in an emergency, using a game-like method.

Best sellers, paperbacks, picture books art books, and many more, all donated from across Japan, will be available for 100 yen and up.On November 1, 3, and 8, come enjoy Indian curry and chai produced by our skilled ARI chef.Fall is the season for reading. Why not seek out new words in the quiet former Missionary House, away from the noisy world? Fri, October 31 – Sat, November 8 *Closed on Sun, November 2OPEN11:00-16:00Venue: Former Missionary House (adjacent to Nasu Seminar House) 420-33, Tsukinukizawa, Nasushiobara, Tochigi Indian Curry & Chai … Read more

Only 2 days left until Harvest Thanksgiving Celebration (HTC)! Today, we’ll introduce events happening outside of the participants’ committees. We will be selling T-shirts printed with this year’s HTC logo The theme, “Sowing the seed of love for a peaceful tomorrow,” was conceived by Malem, a participant from India. The logo was designed by Yong, a participant from Cameroon (first photo). Priced at ¥2,000 each. Purchase one to commemorate this year’s HTC! We will also have sales of ARI products including vegetables, campus tours, and a bazaar featuring about 15 … Read more

Environmental pollution caused by economic development, and the role of leaders who confront such issues, is one of the key topics in the ARI training. On September 18th, the participants went on an observation trip to sites related to the Ashio Copper Mine Pollution Incident, the first major environmental pollution disaster in Japan. They visited various locations over a wide area, including the former villages of Matsuki and Yanaka, which were abandoned due to air pollution and the making of a basin. They also visited the area of ​​Morita in … Read more

Each year’s Rural Leaders Training Program hosts new participants, with unique backgrounds and incredible dreams of rural transformation. Our staff visit ARI graduates in the field, seeing the fruits of their labor. Now, the work of our participants and graduates from 2024 is available to read in our 2024 Annual Report. Learn more about our most recent year of successes and challenges by following the link below. Available in English and Japanese. Downloads – Asian Rural Institute Today was our 54th Foundation Day. We will report on it later, so … Read more

We have uploaded more details about the Harvest Thanksgiving Celebration (HTC) on the following page. Please check it out! 53rd Harvest Thanksgiving Celebration (HTC) – Sowing the seed of love for a peaceful tomorrow – Asian Rural Institute Here is the information on the above page. Dates: October 18 & 19 (Sat & Sun) 10:00-15:30 Theme: Sowing the seed of love for a peaceful tomorrow Time Schedule: 10:00 Entry open 10:15-11:15 Harvest thanksgiving worship 11:30-15:30 Food stall, stage performances, games, etc. open Shuttle Buses: Departure from Nasushiobara Sta. West Exit … Read more