A delegation of 15 visitors from Isahaya, Japan, will visit Athens, TN, today to mark the 40th anniversary of the Sister City relationship between the two communities.
The event will be held at Eco Park on George R. Price Blvd. beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Representatives from Athens and Japan will come together to celebrate four decades of friendship, cultural exchange and cooperation between the two cities.
Japanese Consul General Watanabe from the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville is expected to attend along with executives from DENSO Manufacturing, City of Athens officials, members of the Athens City Council and members of the community.
The Sister City relationship between Athens and Isahaya has provided opportunities for residents, students and community leaders to experience each other’s cultures and develop lasting friendships across thousands of miles for four decades.
AloJapan.com