Tosashimizu: A Journey Worth Taking, A Place Worth Staying
February 27, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM
Location:
Online
About the Event:
Please join us for a special event in collaboration with the City of Tosashimizu! We present this program in efforts to combat current issues of over-tourism in Japan by highlighting the unique charms of smaller towns and less visited areas.
Our speaker, Jason Sardinha, is a Massachusetts native who went to Japan through the JET Program, never expecting that he would one day call Tosashimizu home. Though it takes time to reach Tosashimizu, this town has a charm that draws people in—just as it did for Jason. Through his journey and life in Tosashimizu, Jason will share what makes this place so special, and its unique connection to our state of Massachusetts. Join us as we explore the beauty, history, and deep connections that make Tosashimizu a journey worth taking, and learn why it is a place worth staying!
This is a free, hour-long presentation with Q&A hosted on Zoom.
Registration is required.
Jason Sardinha
Jason Sardinha, a Massachusetts native, has had a lifelong appreciation for Japan. Over the years, he visited many times, but his journey truly began when he moved to Japan through the JET Program—never expecting that he would one day call Tosashimizu City home.
Inspired by the story of John Manjiro, Jason is deeply engaged in the historical and cultural ties between Japan and the U.S., particularly the sister city relationship between Tosashimizu and Fairhaven/New Bedford. After completing the JET Program, he began working in Tosashimizu’s tourism department and now focuses on promoting rural revitalization, immigration efforts, and cultural exchange, helping to bridge communities across borders.
Jason is also fascinated by the Japanese language, particularly the Hata-ben dialect, and is committed to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of his adopted home.
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