Tumwata Middle School Hosts Delegation from Sister City Tateshina, Japan

Today, Tumwata Middle School welcomed a distinguished delegation from Oregon City’s sister city, Tateshina, Japan. The visiting group included middle school students, the Mayor of Tateshina, a school board member, and other representatives from the Japanese city. The visit is part of an ongoing cultural exchange program that fosters strong international connections between the two communities.

The delegation enjoyed a traditional school lunch alongside Tumwata students, offering a unique opportunity for cultural exchange.

This sister city relationship between Oregon City and Tateshina is part of a global initiative to promote peace and mutual understanding, a concept originally championed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. Eisenhower established the Sister Cities program as a way to build personal and cultural relationships between international cities, encouraging global peace and cooperation at the grassroots level. Oregon City and Tateshina’s partnership is a testament to the enduring success of this initiative and is 50 years old this year.

The visit continues a long tradition of exchange, fostering global understanding and collaboration between the cities.