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TULSA-UTSUNOMIYA SISTER CITY PARTNERSHIP

A Global Partnership

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Since 1992, the Sister Cities of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Utsunomiya, Japan have provided a unique opportunity for citizens to learn more about each other's culture, education systems, economy, and domestic life through student exchange programs, citizen delegations, and other cultural festivals and events.

As part of Tulsa Global Alliance, the Tulsa-Utsunomiya Sister City Partnership strives to build global cooperation at the municipal level, promote cultural understanding, and stimulate economic development between Tulsa and our Sister City in Japan.

As of 2021, Tulsa has welcomed over 450 junior high school students and 230 citizen delegation members from Utsunomiya.  Conversely, over 260 Tulsa students and delegation members have visited Utsunomiya creating numerous friendships and partnerships between citizens.

​About Utsunomiya

​Located about 60 miles north of Tokyo, Utsunomiya is the capital of Tochigi Prefecture with a population of just over 500,000 people. The city boasts a rich mixture of historical landmarks, including the Utsunomiya Castle and the rock-carved Buddhas at the Oya Temple. Utsunomiya is also home to modern technology, including a Honda design center and a Canon optical manufacturing plant. One of Japan's most famous parks and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nikko, is not far from Utsunomiya. The city is also known for gyoza, strawberries, and jazz music. ​​
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