Multicultural Coexistence Conference in Kusatsu Onsen — Exploring Together with the Nepalese Community the Shape of a Town Where We Live Together

10:30～11:00

Opening & Explanation of Purpose

We will share the event’s purpose and the overall schedule.

11:00～11:30

Introduction to Nepalese Culture

Nepalese staff will introduce aspects of daily life, religion, and cultural background.

11:30～13:00

Lunch Social (Dal Bhat & Momo)

We will enjoy free conversation and interaction over Nepalese home cooking.

13:00〜13:10

Icebreaker/Self-introduction

A brief self-introduction and introductory activity will be carried out within the dialogue group.

13:10〜14:30

group dialogue

Nepalese people will ask Japanese people, and Japanese people will ask Nepalese people, questions about the differences in their respective cultures, values, and lifestyles, deepening mutual understanding.

14:30〜15:00

Presentation and sharing

Each group will give a brief presentation on what they have learned and what they have noticed.

15:00〜15:20

Reflection work

Students will record their individual learning on a worksheet and share it with their pairs.

15:20～15:40

Closing and photo shoot