Here’s something about an event in Missoula, Montana. I know that most readers of this page are not in Montana and therefore can’t attend this event but I thought I’d share it as a sign of the continuing relationship between Kumamoto and its sister state in the U.S.
– Kirk
“On Thursday, March 1 at 7 p.m., please join us in the library meeting room for a presentation by former KPAX reporter Ian Marquand. For 35 years, Montana has enjoyed a “sister state” relationship with the prefecture of Kumamoto, Japan. Few Montanans know Kumamoto as well as award-winning journalist and Japan Friendship Club President Ian Marquand. Join Ian as he shares the special character of Kumamoto–its connection with former Ambassador Mike Mansfield, its natural beauty, its cultural heritage and its charming modern mascot, Kumamon. He’ll also celebrate the unique friendship Kumamoto offers to Montanans.”
