Volunteering
Event Planning Section
This section plans and produces events that promote international exchange between foreign and Japanese residents. Meetings are held once a month from 1pm in the International Relations Corner. There are 3 or 4 events per year, held on weekends.
Activities
International Pottery Class (winter 2025)
【Takasaki Manabi no Mori Studio】
15 participants from Japan, the US, the Philippines, China, and Pakistan attended our two part pottery class led by Kentaro Tajima Sensei. From cups to bowls to cat figurines, everyone successfully made a creative, unique piece to treasure forever.
Okirikomi Making Class (June 2025)
【Chuo Kominkan】
12 participants from Japan, America, and China joined a cooking class led by TIRS volunteers. They made okirikomi, including noodles made from scratch, with a seasonal wagashi provided for dessert. Everyone left with their hearts (and bellies!) full.
Tea Time Sutra Copying (December 2024)
【Jigenji Temple & Ichirodo Cafe】
10 participants from Japan, China, and the U.S. came together for a day of fun. Activities included Buddhist sutra copying, card games, and eating wagashi sweets, all while forming new friendships along the way.
