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Read more about the article Virtual friends needed for MSU international students

Virtual friends needed for MSU international students

Missouri State University is home away from home for a large number of international students. Many are understandably frightened being away from their families during these unprecedented times. MSU's International…

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Host a Japanese Fall Festival delegate

The Japanese Fall Festival brings Japanese artists and performers to Springfield to share their culture with the community. We are looking for hospitable Springfieldians like you to host them during…

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Read more about the article Impacts of a one-day cultural exchange

Impacts of a one-day cultural exchange

The idea of meaningful cultural exchange occurring in one day sounds crazy. But, that’s the goal of the Isesaki Global Leadership Academy host day. It’s not as tough as you…

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Read more about the article 120 Isesaki students visit Springfield, enjoy time with day hosts

120 Isesaki students visit Springfield, enjoy time with day hosts

120 students and 10 teachers from Yotsuba School in our sister city of Isesaki, Japan visited Springfield from Saturday, May 25-Monday, June 3, 2019 to participate in Missouri State University's…

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Read more about the article Day hosts needed for Isesaki, Japan students

Day hosts needed for Isesaki, Japan students

Sunday, August 5 from 8:30am-4:30pm Large groups of students from Isesaki, Japan visit Springfield each year. The students spend much of their time learning at Missouri State University, but the…

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Read more about the article Hang out with Isesaki students for a day!

Hang out with Isesaki students for a day!

Saturday, June 2 from 8:30am-4:30pm Sunday, June 3 from 8:30am-4:30pm Sunday, August 5 from 8:30am-4:30pm Large groups of high school students from Isesaki, Japan visit Springfield each year. The students…

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Read more about the article Day Host Families needed for August 6, 2017
Isesaki student picnic

Day Host Families needed for August 6, 2017

Hello Everyone! Almost 200 Isesaki students are visiting Springfield in 2017 for leadership and English camps. Are you able to show them some Ozarks hospitality as a one-day host family?…

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Read more about the article Day Host Families needed for August 8, 2015

Day Host Families needed for August 8, 2015

The last English Language Institute host opportunity for 2015 will be here soon! Please read the details below and check your calendar to see if you can host a couple of the…

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Read more about the article Looking for Day Host Families for May 30 and 31, 2015

Looking for Day Host Families for May 30 and 31, 2015

Dear Friends of Springfield Sister Cities; The MSU 2015 English Language Institute host opportunities will be here soon, and we are in great need of more host families! Please read…

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Open Your Home for One Day…

and make memories that last forever! Isesaki Global Leadership Academy - Juniors Save the date: May 31st and/or June 1st, 2014 All host days are 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.…

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2025 Events

2025 Japan Trip Informational Meetings
10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3

Isesaki Student Art Exhibit
March-April
Botanical Center

Sushi and Sake
Saturday, March 29, 2025, 6-8 p.m.
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Opens
Tue., April 1, 10am-7pm

Kite and Pinata Festival
Sat., Apr. 5, 11am-5pm
Botanical Center Great Lawn

Gigs in the Garden
First Three Sundays in May at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Annual Celebration
Sun., May 18, 11:30am-2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Isesaki Global Leadership Academy
May
Missouri State University
Day Host Opportunities

Isesaki Culture Exchange
August
Missouri State University
Day Host Opportunities

29th Japanese Fall Festival
Fri., Sept. 5-Sun., Sept. 7
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden

Trip to Isesaki for City Festival
Thu., Sept. 18-Mon., Sept. 29

Gigs in the Garden
Sundays in October at 2pm
Peace Through People Pavilion

Taste of Tlaquepaque
Friday, Oct. 10
Oasis Hotel and Convention Center

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Closes
Fri., Oct. 31, 10am-6pm

Gardens Aglow
Late November-December

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