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[2026] ARI Annual Event Schedule Updates
2026.4.1.-2027.3.31.
ARI Online Shop is Re-opening!
Since 2005, the ARI Online Shop has been sharing our harvest with you. Now, after 20 years, we are turning a new page! We are thrilled to announce the Grand Re-opening of our online shop in Spring 2026! Remember those delicious cookies you had at ARI, or the carrot juice from our local marches? You can now order these fan-favorites online. We also offer gift boxes—perfect for sharing the ARI spirit with your loved ones. We are starting with a curated selection and will be adding more products soon! Note: … Read more
3.11. 2026 -Marking 15 Years Since the Great East Japan Earthquake
It has been fifteen years since the Triple Disaster of 2011. Today we gathered at ARI for worship and prayed for those still suffering as they search for loved ones. We also remembered what the disaster did to our ARI; to the land, our minds and our bodies as radioactive fallout poured down all around us. We also were led by Dr. Yasuyuki Fujimura of the Non-Electric Atelier, Director Osamu Arakawa and Former Director Tomoko Arakawa of ARI to think about how we have also worked through these past fifteen … Read more
Our new Training assistants for 2026!
First is Daneth Him (Aneth) from Cambodia. In the 15 years after graduating ARI, she has been a pillar of her community, supporting street children and women’s empowerment like a devoted mother. For Aneth, human connection is the most important thing of all. She says she chose to return to ARI to master the know-how of “Graduate Outreach.” Bringing the wisdom and experience gained on the ground, she will spend the next year with us to deepen the bonds between ARI graduates all over the world! Next is Joshua Ofori … Read more
Asian Rural Institute: A Place for Self-Reflection
On March 4th, we held another presentation of learning. Venitta Kaduya (Veh, from Malawi) shared her year-long journey as a Training Assistant, and Mizuki Oki (Micky, from Japan) spoke about her experience during the Asian Internship Program. Veh reflected on her learning through poultry raising and her leadership roles in the kitchen and dormitory. When asked about her strengths, she confidently declared, “I am strong! I’m always smiling! I talk a lot! I love eating! And I love jokes!” Her vibrant energy left a lasting impression on everyone. Micky shared … Read more