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For Donors in Japan

That We May Live Together

Your support helps take root in rural communities around the world.

Supporting ARI is a step toward building a sustainable and peaceful world together. While valuing trust and sharing, we continue to expand a learning community and global connections. In addition to donations, contributions such as unused or miswritten postcards and purchases of ARI products are also valuable forms of support. We warmly invite you to participate in any way you can.

The cost of training for one participant is approximately 2 million yen,
and ARI covers almost the entire amount.

The training cost per participant is approximately 2 million yen, most of which is covered by ARI. This includes practical training, tuition, accommodation and insurance fees, daily meals, and travel expenses to Japan. We strive to create an environment where participants can fully focus on their training without financial barriers.
These efforts are made possible through the generous support of donors. Your contributions enable learning that reaches communities around the world.

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Breakdown of the training cost per participant

To support learning that connects to the future,
we invite you to support this work.

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Donations to ARI are eligible for tax deductions

Donations to ARI are eligible for tax benefits (income tax, corporate tax, and inheritance tax deductions) upon declaration.

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Ways to Support 1

General Donations

This is the most fundamental way to support ARI’s activities. Your contributions are used to support the training of rural leaders and ARI’s overall work, including sustainable agriculture and community development.
Donations start from 1,000 yen per unit. You may choose a one-time donation, monthly support, or annual support. Please support us in any way that suits you.

You can donate online immediately by credit card starting from 1,000 yen per unit. Please proceed via the “Donate Now” button below.

Credit Card

You can donate online immediately by credit card starting from 1,000 yen per unit. Please proceed via the “Donate Now” button below.

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Bank Transfer

Bank: THE ASHIKAGA BANK, LTD
Branch: Nishinasuno Branch – 183
Account No. : 0000215
Full Account Name: ASIAN RURAL INSTITUTE
SWIFT Code: ASIKJPJT

※ For bank transfers, it is difficult for us to identify the donor’s name and address. After making a transfer, please contact ARI by email or phone with your name, phone number, address, and how you learned about ARI or what inspired you to become a supporte

Japan Post Bank

Sign/Kigô No.: 10700
Account No.: 8002711
Account Name: Gakko Hojin Ajia Gakuin

※ For bank transfers, it is difficult for us to identify the donor’s name and address. After making a transfer, please contact ARI by email or phone with your name, phone number, address, and how you learned about ARI or what inspired you to become a supporte

Postal Transfer

Account No.: 00340-8-8758 Account Name: Gakko Hojin Ajia Gakuin

※ Please be sure to provide your name, phone number, postal code, and address.
※ If you would like to share how you learned about ARI or your motivation for becoming a supporter, please include it in the message field.
※ If you do not require a receipt, please indicate “No receipt required.”

Bank Transfer (Automatic Withdrawal)

By registering for automatic bank transfer, you can become a monthly or annual supporter. If you are interested, please contact us to receive an application form.

About Receipts

  • For donations made via bank transfer or credit card, the official receipt date will be the date the funds are received by ARI, in accordance with tax regulations.
  • Receipts (combined with a thank-you letter) for donations made from January onward will generally be issued in January of the following year.
  • If you require a receipt earlier, please inform us via the message field or contact form.
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Ways to Support 2

Scholarship Program

These donations are specifically designated to support international participants in the Rural Leaders Training Program. You may choose to cover the full cost, half, or one-quarter of a participant’s training. Please contact us to receive an application form.

  • Full Scholarship　2,000,000 JPY
  • 1/2 Scholarship　1,000,000 JPY
  • 1/4 Scholarship　500,000 JPY
  • Travel Support　200,000 - 500,000 JPY
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Ways to Support 3

Bequests

A bequest is a way to donate a portion of your assets through a will to support a specific organization or cause. ARI welcomes bequests as a meaningful way to carry your values into the future.
Your contribution will be carefully used to support the training of rural leaders and the development of sustainable communities. Passing on what you value to the next generation—this is one way to do so. If you are interested, we would be happy to guide you through the process.

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Supporter's Benefit

Those who donate to ARI will be registered as official supporters. Benefits include receiving newsletters and annual reports, invitations to special events, and discounts on ARI products.

Newsletter

Our quarterly newsletter, Asia no Tsuchi (8 pages), provides the latest updates from ARI.

Annual Report

Our annual report (24 pages), published once a year, includes financial reports and in-depth updates from each department.

Other Ways to Support

You can also support ARI by donating equipment or goods that can be used in our activities or sold at bazaars. As there are specific conditions for acceptable items, please review the guidelines and contact us for details.

Ways to Support 4

Donation of Unused or Miswritten Postcards

Do you have unused or miswritten postcards at home?
These postcards are collected and sold to public organizations, then recycled into new stamps or postcards. The proceeds are used to support participants’ travel expenses and scholarships.
We greatly appreciate your cooperation.

Ways to Support 5

Supporting Through Product Purchases

ARI produces agricultural products through its training program. Rice, vegetables, and various processed goods are available for purchase at the shop located in the administration building. Sales from the shop are also an important source of funding for ARI’s activities.

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“We invest in people who dedicate themselves to sustaining life for the future.
It is a meaningful and lasting investment.”

— Rev. Toshihiro Takami, Founder of ARI

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For inquiries regarding donations, bequests, credit card payments, bank transfers, or in-kind contributions, please contact the Fundraising and Donor Support Office.

 

[email protected]

0287-36-3111

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Tax Benefits for Donations (Income Tax Deduction / Tax Credit)

Donations to ARI (Asian Rural Institute) are eligible for preferential tax treatment for income tax, corporate tax, and inheritance tax through tax filing procedures (i.e., a portion of your taxes may be refunded).

*Asian Rural Institute has been certified by the National Tax Agency as a “Designated Public Interest Promotion Corporation” since September 1, 2005.

Donations by Individuals

Following the tax reform in 2011, donors can choose whichever is more advantageous for income tax purposes:
1) Income Deduction or 2) Tax Credit.

● Income Deduction (reduces taxable income)

The amount of “total donations minus ¥2,000” is deducted from your total income, and the remaining amount is subject to taxation.
The maximum eligible donation amount is 40% of total income.

● Tax Credit (directly reduces tax amount)

“(Total donations − ¥2,000) × 40%” is directly deducted from the amount of income tax.
The maximum eligible donation amount is 40% of total income.
The maximum tax credit is 25% of the total income tax amount.

Please note that which option is more advantageous depends on factors such as employment status, family structure, and housing conditions. For details, please refer to the National Tax Agency website.

Required Procedures

  1. Please file a final tax return at your local tax office. When doing so, attach the receipt issued by ARI (the reverse side of the receipt postcard serves as the certificate of a Designated Public Interest Promotion Corporation).
  2. The standard tax filing period is from February 16 to March 15 each year.

Notes

  • The name on the receipt will generally be the name provided at the time of donation.
  • Receipts cannot be reissued in case of loss. Please keep them in a safe place until filing.
  • If you make a donation jointly (e.g., as a couple or family), please specify the name of the representative to be listed on the receipt.
  • Receipts cannot be reissued in case of loss. Please keep them in a safe place until filing your tax return.

Donations by Corporations

Donations from corporations can be treated as deductible expenses, separately from the general limit on deductible donations, when combined with donations to other certified NPOs and designated public interest promotion corporations.

(Capital amount × 0.25% + Income amount × 5%) ÷ 2

Notes

  • The name on the receipt will generally be the name provided at the time of donation.
  • Receipts cannot be reissued in case of loss. Please keep them in a safe place until filing.

Inheritance Tax

If a donation is made from assets acquired through inheritance or bequest, the donated portion of the assets is generally not subject to inheritance tax, except in certain cases.

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Koinonia Dinning Hall

This is where the community gathers to share meals and fellowship together. More than just a dining hall, it also serves as a venue for events, meetings, and learning activities. Koinonia is a Greek word meaning “fellowship” or “sharing.”

Kitchen

At peak times, meals are prepared for as many as 100 people at once. Students, staff, and volunteers all take part in cooking and meal preparation. The kitchen is not only a place for preparing food but also a space for learning, serving others, and building relationships within the community.

Classroom and Library

Participants attend classes in these classrooms throughout the training program. The library contains a wide range of English and Japanese books, audiovisual materials, and magazines covering agriculture, social issues, community development, and many other fields of study.

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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