Goodwill Visits
Since becoming sister cities, in order to deepen exchange between the two cities, Sakai and Berkeley each make goodwill visits to the other. The first delegation came from Berkeley in 1976, and was followed 10 years later by a delegation from Sakai to Berkeley in 1986. Through things like home stays, sightseeing and welcome receptions, these delegations strengthen the bonds between our cities, and deepen our understanding of cultural and life differences. By 2011, Sakai had received 6 delegations and sent 8, and we hope that these continued delegations will form a bridge of internationalization and friendly exchange between our two cities.Many people who participate in these goodwill visits keep in contact even after returning home. Please consider joining in, and participating in international exchange with us!
8th Goodwill Delegation to Berkeley 17-26 September 2010
Courtesy Visit to the Mayor of Berkeley
Berkeley City Hall
This sundial is a symbol of the friendship between Sakai and Berkeley
6th Goodwill Delegation to Sakai Celebrating 40 years as sister cities 19-22 October 2007
Making Wagashi (Japanese Confectionery)
Former Berkeley-Sakai Association Presidents Mr. and Mrs. Komendant receive an award in recognition of meritorious services
Group Photograph
4th Goodwill Delegation from Berkeley Celebrating 30 years as sister cities 16-20 October 1997
Parade participants in the Sakai Festival
Commemorative tree planting
