🎉 Only one month left in 2025! Thanks to all of you, we were able to give so many children the chance to experience cultural exchange this year. What an amazing year—thank you!
And now… it’s time for some year-end and New Year fun! Let’s kick off 2026 with a party and celebrate together. Bring your smiles, laughter, and energy—we can’t wait to see you there!
- January 4th, Sunday
- Vessel Hotel Campana
- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Our annual party is our way of showing gratitude to our wonderful host families. It’s a time to enjoy a meal together, connect, and get to know each other better. Some families have already built connections through hosting, while others are newcomers. This is a space to relax, chat, and simply enjoy the moment.
Last year’s event took place in Chatan, and it was a lively afternoon! Around 120 people attended, including many families who brought their children and some who even brought friends to join in the fun.
While our regular potlucks offer a relaxed space for host families to connect and share their hosting experiences, our annual party brings an extra playful twist with fun activities and games. We play games together, with winners receiving prizes, and there are even big prizes for some families. Laughter, friendly competition, and shared fun make the day extra special—creating memories that last long after the party ends.
Many host families express how much they love welcoming students into their homes and how meaningful our community gatherings are for them.
It was clear that everyone enjoyed celebrating together as we wrapped up the year—sharing laughter, reconnecting with friends, and making new memories with family. And the fun isn’t stopping there! This year, we’re excited to kick off 2026 with a New Year’s party on January 4th, bringing fresh smiles and good energy to start the year together!
The party was so great! We did not know about it until the day of but we were glad to be apart!
Thank you for organizing such a wonderful event! 🎉 It was truly a pleasure to be part of it. Everything—from the atmosphere to the arrangements—was amazing.
We really enjoyed the opportunity to connect with everyone and be part of such a lively and engaging gathering.
Thank you so much to everyone who joined last year’s annual party and shared laughs with us! You make our program and community truly special.
If you’re curious about hosting Japanese students, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d be thrilled to meet you!
