We are a community-based school in Japan.
We welcome people from the whole world
to learn how to live together
peacefully and sustainably.

NEWS

Asian Rural Institute: A Place for Self-Reflection

2026/03/06

A heartwarming day with the kids

2026/03/02

EVENTS

English Farm Camp 2026

This event is for Japanese-speaking families who would like to learn English with their children while having a farm experience at ARI. If you know anyone who might be interested, please share this event information. The annual Golden Week event

Upcoming events in March

Time flies — we’re already almost two months into 2026! At ARI, March is a season filled with excitement and anticipation as we prepare to welcome our new Training Assistants and Participants from around the world.We are grateful for your

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What does ARI do?

Rural Leaders Training Program

Servant Leadership

Sustainable Agriculture

Community Building

Award-Winning Training
for Community Leaders

Our main training program strengthens the abilities of Rural Leaders from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Pacific.

Every year, we invite such leaders from grassroots organizations to Japan so they can take part in 9 months of intense training.

The participants undergo a deeply transformative learning experience that helps them find solutions to their communities’ most pressing challenges.

Open Learning for Everyone

Foodlife & Ecology

Community Building

Peace & Service

Connect with People, Soil, and Heart

ARI is an educational hub that welcomes everybody to gain practical skills and social awareness in a vibrant, international community of learning.

Our study camps, fellowship programs, and farm experience programs have inspired countless people from Japan and abroad to lead more meaningful and connected lives.

Join us in exploring the meaning of “Living Together.”

A Global Supporter Community

Connect with Outstanding People

Life-Changing
Learning Experiences

Care for Planet and Community

Fulfilling the Mission Together

Thousands of people support ARI through their collaboration, partnership, and finances.

They believe in our mission of building an environmentally healthy, just and peaceful world, and know we are committed to sustain food and life for future generations.

Please join our vibrant community of supporters who learn and work together to achieve this mission.

A Lasting Impact on the Planet

Building a Sustainable and Peaceful World

For over 45 years, ARI has been at the forefront of promoting life-giving agriculture, rural community development, and peace worldwide.

Our values and unique sense of community have inspired thousands of people to serve their own communities better. They work in education, health, agriculture, human rights, and many other relevant fields worldwide.

Graduates of
the Training Program

500

Visitors/Learners
each year

500

Active Donors
Worldwide

500

of volunteers from
1973 to today

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