Mitaka International Society for Hospitality

　Commonly known as “MISHOP.” This association has the goal of “encouraging international exchange at a grass-roots level with citizens working on a volunteer basis, so that foreign residents living in the area can lead more comfortable lives in Japan.”

Location: Mitaka City Chuo Dori Avenue Town Plaza 4F, 30-12,Shimorenjaku 3-chome
Tel: 43-7812
Fax: 43-9966
E-mail: mishop@parkcity.ne.jp
URL: http://www1.parkcity.ne.jp/mishop/

Friendly Exchanges Through the Japanese Language

“Japanese Lounge”

　This program deepens the understanding of the Japanese language and personal ties as fellow human beings through exchanges in Japanese between Japanese and foreign residents. MISHOP offers a Japanese Lounge free of charge on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the MISHOP meeting room.

LLJ (Let’s Learn Japanese)

　These are one-on-one Japanese language lessons offered by Japanese volunteers. The lessons are held at MISHOP lounge. Only a one-time registration fee of ￥1,000 is required.

Grand Event of the Tama Area―MISHOP WORLD

“Mitaka International Exchange Festival”

　This is a major event with the goal of promoting understanding of different cultures by becoming familiar with various cultures and providing an opportunity for friendly exchanges between Japanese and foreign residents. This event is held at Inokashira Onshi West Park, and attracts more than 30,000 visitors and participants every year. With music and dance performances from countries around the world, there are also over 100 tents offering the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, ethnic cuisine and folk craft items. This event has a program that makes the entire day festive.