Information: Kurihara City Cultural Excursion 2026 ／【CB13105】 Connecting the Local Community to the World

 

Tour Overview

 

This excursion is organized by Suematsu sensei as part of her Class: [CB13105] Connecting the Local Community to the World. It is a great opportunity for students to experience rural Japan, engage with local communities, and learn about regional culture beyond the classroom. Participants will visit Kurihara City in northern Miyagi Prefecture, take part in a hands-on Hatto cooking workshop with local residents, explore the natural beauty of the Izunuma, enjoy cultural exchange activities, and experience the lively atmosphere of the Kurikoma Night Market. The program aims to promote intercultural understanding while providing students with a unique opportunity to connect with local communities and discover a different side of Japan.

Registration Form:
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Event Information
Kurihara City Cultural Excursion 2026

Join us for a special day trip to Kurihara City where participants will:
 Experience rural Japan
 Make traditional Hatto soup with local residents
 Explore the Izunuma Wetlands
 Enjoy cultural exchange activities including music and dance
 Visit the Kurikoma Night Market

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 20:00
Meeting Point: Kawauchi Campus, Tohoku University
Participation Fee: ¥6,800 (includes round-trip transportation, lunch, cultural activities, and one-day domestic travel insurance)
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
Seats are limited and applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For your reference, the internal registration and payment process is as follows:

1. 　　Students view the flyer and access the registration form.
2. 　　Students submit the Google Form.
3. 　　A popup confirmation message is displayed immediately after submission.
4. 　　An automated email is sent with detailed payment instructions.
5. 　　Students pay the participation fee at the International Student Help Desk during the designated payment collection period.

Flyer Kurihara City Cultural Excursion 2026