Omihachiman was the first of Grand Rapids’ 5 sister cities. A middle school student exchange program, supported by Grand Rapids Public Schools, and a teacher exchange program added in 1993, provided many years of educational and cultural experience.
The Grand Rapids-Omi hosts a monthly “J-Chat” open to the public.
RECENT ACTIVITIES
Negotiations are ongoing for an exchange between Founder’s Brewery in Grand Rapids and Two Rabbits Brewery in Omihachiman to mutually promote each city at festivals and other venues.