2025.06.27
On Friday, July 19, 2024, an after-school farewell party was held at the Pelican Cafeteria, organized by the International Exchange Division of our Student Council. Approximately 30 students from Ube National College of Technology participated and enjoyed making memories with the short-term exchange students who had been staying at our school since late last month, some of whom were scheduled to return to their home countries the following week.
In the opening remarks, Vice Principal Hatamura spoke in English, emphasizing the value of cultural exchange through the experiences of students who had studied in Taiwan last year. Both groups of students listened attentively.
Thereafter, all participants participated in a team-based “Ishin Denshin” (telepathy) game. The rules were explained clearly in English by the student organizers. For example, even with a simple topic like “Japanese manga,” students from both countries tried coming up with as many shared answers as possible and were often surprised by unexpected responses.
 Listening carefully to the game rules |  Students enjoying the game with great enthusiasm |
Further, all participants took commemorative photos together, which was followed by a donut party. The farewell party ended on a high note, with everyone thoroughly enjoying themselves.
 Scenes from the donut party |  Principal delivering his speech |
At the closing ceremony, the head of the International Exchange Division delivered a heartfelt speech. Subsequently, Principal Kanedera expressed his gratitude to the exchange students while also offering words of encouragement to the Japanese students.
Group commemorative photo