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12 (Sat), 26(Sat) Ohinata MarcheVenue: Ours Dining (5834-14 Takakuko, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi)Official Website: https://oohinatamarche.wixsite.com/index 13 (Sun)Laudato Si’ FestaOur Director, Osamu Arakawa will give a lecture at the Catholic Shimoigusa Church in Tokyo!More Info: https://ari.ac.jp/en/laudato-si-festa-20260913/ 19 (Sat) Chocotto Farm & ForestCome and join our special one-day program on the beautiful, nature-rich campus of ARI!More Info: https://ari.ac.jp/en/chocotto-farm-forest-2026-0420/ 20 (Sun) Hachimaru Bio MarcheOur first time joining this market featuring local food and produce from northern Tochigi!Venue: Naritasan Bun-in Henshoin Temple (1-5-1 Honcho, Otawara City, Tochigi)Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hachimarubio/ 20 (Sun), 27 (Sun) ARI SundaysWould … Read more

Would you like to participate in a Christian church service with ARI participants?This is a chance to learn about their backgrounds, faith, and country’s culture! Interpretation will be provided and everyone is welcome to attend.For more information or questions, please use the contact form or call us: 0287-36-3111 If you would like to contact us on the day of the service, please call the respective church. ● We are pleased to announce that the sermons and testimonies shared by participants during past “ARI Sundays” are now available on the website. … Read more

Laudato Si’ Festa Date & Time: Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 9:30 AM – approx. 2:00 PM Venue: Catholic Shimoigusa Church (2-31-25 Igusa, Suginami-ku, Tokyo) Please use public transportation when visiting. Program: No registration required — Everyone is welcome!We look forward to seeing you! Enjoy our organic products and the chance to interact with current participants.

Through this 2-day, 1-night program, why not learn the core principle of Servant Leadership proposed by Robert K. Greenleaf—that true leadership begins with serving and supporting others? In addition to lectures and workshops led by experienced instructors, this valuable program offers a real-world experience of these concepts through farm work and spending time with individuals from diverse cultures and values. This program is highly recommended not only for those considering enrollment or volunteering at ARI, but also for anyone currently leading people in their workplace or local community. Dates: Mon, … Read more

Here is the latest news for our event this Saturday!Highlights from ARI vendors include authentic Peanut Stew from Ghana & Cameroon made by our graduates!Also, don’t miss the donuts and ice cream served by our participants at the Used Book Market! Gospel live music, delicious food, organic shopping, book hunting, tree climbing, and connecting with participants from Asia and Africa… Join us for a fun and unforgettable end-of-summer memory! We look forward to seeing you there. ARI Friends Day – Summer 2026Date: Saturday, August 22Location: ARI Campus ＜Time Schedule＞ *Pre-registration … Read more

Harvest Thanksgiving Celebration (HTC), ARI’s largest annual event to give thanks for a bountiful harvest, is coming again this year!We will entertain you with international cuisine, cultural stage performances and hands-on activities! Dates: October 17 & 18 (Sat & Sun) 10:00-15:30 Theme: From Soil to Soul Time Schedule: 10:00 Entry open 10:15-11:15 Harvest thanksgiving worship 11:30-15:30 Food stall, stage performances, games, etc. Shuttle Buses: Departure from Nasushiobara Sta. West Exit (bus rotary): 09:45Departure from ARI: 15:30 and 16:30 Parking: Tsukinokizawa Elementary School Shuttle buses are available to the venue. * … Read more

August 1(Sat) – September 30(Wed) | Western Japan Study Tour Crowdfunding Campaign: “Living kindly with Neighbors”Please lend your support to help our participants make the Western Japan Study Tour a reality!Through this meaningful journey, they will visit Machida, Hamamatsu, Iga, Osaka, Minamata, and Hiroshima to learn firsthand about crucial historical events, including war and environmental pollution. Every gift makes a difference—join us in supporting their learnings!More Info: ari.ac.jp/en/campaign/update 8(Sat), 22(Sat) | 9:00 – 14:00 Ohinata Marche“Ohinata Marche” is all about building a sustainable, community-driven lifestyle together.For July and August, the … Read more

Summer vacation is finally here! We’ve got a busy July and August lined up, but this weekend is extra special with 3 awesome events in one day! Come hang out with us at ARI! Beyond shopping at the 20 local vendors at Ohinata Marche, don’t miss our exclusive Sugar-Free Sweet Carrot Sherbet (Frozen Juice)—available ONLY at the ARI Shop! Here’s what’s happening this Saturday: 🏫ARI Open CampusTime: 10:45 AM – 3:15 PMFee: ¥2,000 (Includes lunch)Highlights: Campus tour & introductory workshop on Servant Leadership.Walk-ins welcome on the day for the first … Read more

Saturday, August 22, 2026 10:00-15:00