Medway Japan Friendship Association

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The Medway Japan Friendship Association

To support and uphold the spirit of the Sister City Partnerships signed between Medway Council and Ito, and Medway Council and Yokosuka (originally with Gillingham Borough Council in 1982), in recognition of the association between William Adams, who became the first Englishman to reach Japan, and Gillingham, where he was born in 1564.

What Our Previous Exchange Students Have to Say

I visited the UK without my parents for the first time. I was nervous at first. Thanks to my host family, my fears soon disappeared and I had an enjoyable and productive two weeks. I would like to see you again!

Shota Furuyama

From Yokosuka, Japan

The place that impressed me the most was the Strait of Dover. I was moved by the blue sea, a few large ships, the shape of the French coastline on the horizon, and the white cliffs. I also thoroughly enjoyed every dinner with my host family, as we shared spontaneous laughter and warm conversations. I will never forget these wonderful memories with my host family and best friends in Medway.

Yoshiro Suzuki

From Ito, Japan

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Oliver Miller

From Medway, UK

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