【Project Activities】

Invited university students and young professionals from the USA to Japan to engage in exchange through Judo.

【Project Background】

Implemented as one of the program themes.

【Project Objective】

Identifying and nurturing pro-Japan individuals and strengthening international communication.

【Project Area】

International exchange through sports

【Methods】

Invitation of university students and young professionals

【Outcomes】

Promoted understanding of Japan and mutual understanding; participants shared their program experiences on SNS and other platforms.

【Voices from Participants and Partners】

I was deeply impressed by how united the Nobeoka High School Judo Club was during their practice. The captain did an incredible job not only leading the team but also helping to develop better individuals.” (Participant, Graduate Student)

【Challenges and Lessons Learned】

Since the risk of injury is higher than usual, it would be advisable to identify and list several hospitals capable of providing appropriate care in the future.

【URL】

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000313.000074396.html