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Mobile - Ichihara Sister City Association

Mobile, Alabama

Alabama's only saltwater port, Mobile is located at the head of the Mobile Bay and the north-central Gulf Coast. Mobile is the largest city in the Mobile-Daphne−Fairhope area, with a total population of 604,726, the second largest in the state. As of 2011, the population within a 60 mile radius of Mobile is 1,262,907. Mobile's geographical location on the Gulf of Mexico provides a mild subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, rainy winters.

Become a Member of MISCA

Become a member and be a part of our activities that include a monthly meeting to learn about Japanese culture, participation in festivals, celebrations and other sponsored events.

Host an Exchange Student

Host an Exchange Student for 10 days during the summer. Have fun showing the best of Mobile and the Gulf Coast to a student from Ichihara. Participate in special group events and plan events for free time with your student.

Apply to Become an

Exchange Student

Any student age 12-18 who is currently enrolled in a Mobile or Baldwin County public or private school or is being home-schooled can apply.
MISCA is a volunteer citizen’s association which organizes and conducts the cultural and educational exchange programs that are a part of the formal Sister City Agreement between the City of Mobile, Alabama, USA and the City of Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.
Cultural & Educational Exchange Programs

Ichihara, Japan

Ichihara is a city located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. As of April 2012, the city has an estimated population of 279,065 and a population density of 758 persons per km². The total area is 368.20 km². The highly industrialized northern part of the city sits on Tokyo Bay, while the southern part of the city is primarily mountainous. Ichihara, dense in housing developments, serves as a satellite town of Tokyo and Chiba City.

Mobile Japanese Garden

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MISCA Newsletter

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O’hanami

The annual Cherry Blossom Festival will be held on a Saturday in April from 10am until 3 pm at the Garden.
2019 Exchange Students
and Host Families

Mobile International

Festival

Family Day is November 18, 2023 School Field Trips are November 16 and 17. Location: The Grounds
2023 Exchange Students
and MISCA directors in Mobile
Hanami Festival in Mobile, AL March 23 2024 Exchange Hosting Opportunity
We now have the official dates for this year's summer exchange! Arrival 7/23 (Tuesday) and Departure 8/1 (Thurs.) We will be hosting 10 students and 2 chaperones and are looking for families who would like to host a student in their home during part or all of their stay. We are also looking for people who would be willing to help day host (helping or participating with scheduled activities, driving students/chaperones around, etc.). If your family is interested in hosting and would like more information, please fill out this form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/MISCA1/_2024HostFamilyForm We will be contacting those who fill out the form with more information about upcoming meetings and plans. Please share this form with any families you know who would be interested in hosting. Thanks!
© Mobile Ichihara Sister City Association (MISCA). All Rights Reserved. Website Design & Hosting by North Mobile Internet Services, Inc.
Mobile - Ichihara Sister City Association

Mobile, Alabama

Alabama's only saltwater port, Mobile is located at the head of the Mobile Bay and the north-central Gulf Coast. Mobile is the largest city in the Mobile- Daphne−Fairhope area, with a total population of 604,726, the second largest in the state. As of 2011, the population within a 60 mile radius of Mobile is 1,262,907. Mobile's geographical location on the Gulf of Mexico provides a mild subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, rainy winters.

Become a Member of MISCA

Become a member and be a part of our activities that include a monthly meeting to learn about Japanese culture, participation in festivals, celebrations and other sponsored events.

Host an Exchange Student

Host an Exchange Student for 10 days during the summer. Have fun showing the best of Mobile and the Gulf Coast to a student from Ichihara. Participate in special group events and plan events for free time with your student.

Apply to Become an Exchange Student

Any student age 12-18 who is currently enrolled in a Mobile or Baldwin County public or private school or is being home-schooled can apply.
MISCA is a volunteer citizen’s association which organizes and conducts the cultural and educational exchange programs that are a part of the formal Sister City Agreement between the City of Mobile, Alabama, USA and the City of Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.
Cultural & Educational Exchange Programs

Ichihara, Japan

Ichihara is a city located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. As of April 2012, the city has an estimated population of 279,065 and a population density of 758 persons per km². The total area is 368.20 km². The highly industrialized northern part of the city sits on Tokyo Bay, while the southern part of the city is primarily mountainous. Ichihara, dense in housing developments, serves as a satellite town of Tokyo and Chiba City.

Mobile Japanese Garden

More Information

MISCA Newsletter

Fill in the form below to receive email regarding meetings, events, and other news for the Mobile Ichihara Sister City Assocation (MISCA). You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking on the "Unsubscribe" button at the bottom of any emails received.

* indicates required
2019 Exchange Students
and Host Families

O’hanami

The annual Cherry Blossom Festival will be held on March 23, 2024 from 10am until 4 pm at the Garden.

Mobile International

Festival

Family Day is November 18, 2023 School Field Trips are November 16 and 17. Location: The Grounds
2023 Exchange Students
and MISCA directors in Mobile
Hanami Festival in Mobile, AL March 23 2024 Exchange Hosting Opportunity
We now have the official dates for this year's summer exchange! Arrival 7/23 (Tuesday) and Departure 8/1 (Thurs.) We will be hosting 10 students and 2 chaperones and are looking for families who would like to host a student in their home during part or all of their stay. We are also looking for people who would be willing to help day host (helping or participating with scheduled activities, driving students/chaperones around, etc.). If your family is interested in hosting and would like more information, please fill out this form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/MISCA1/_2024Host FamilyForm We will be contacting those who fill out the form with more information about upcoming meetings and plans. Please share this form with any families you know who would be interested in hosting. Thanks!