Our purpose
FIFA (Fukuroi International Friendship Association) is a place for exchange where people meet and build friendships beyond differences in country and culture. Through these activities, we aim to contribute to world peace and a bright future.
Aware that we are all citizens of the Earth, we aim to broaden the international outlook of citizens, especially young people, and — through exchange with many countries and their people — to deepen mutual understanding and friendship and contribute to world peace and prosperity.
Association Rules, Article 2 (Purpose) — unofficial translation
WHAT WE DO
What we do
Creating chances to meet
Places where people get to know each other beyond country and culture
Help when you are in trouble
A desk where you can talk about daily life in your language
Learning from each other
Japanese, foreign languages and cultures
Reducing misunderstanding
Little by little, reducing friction that comes from not knowing
Connecting the community
Spreading friendships to local events and schools
Supporting young people
Growing the power to connect with the world and to learn
Fukuroi in numbers
6,079
foreign residents
7.0%
of the population
38
countries and regions
*Fukuroi City statistics (as of 1 April 2026)
FOR PARTNERS
For companies, schools and organizations
Let’s build a community where people work, learn and live together.
Japanese for foreign staff
Japanese courses (N2–N5) and where to get help with daily life.
School visits & talks
Introducing other cultures and lifestyles at schools and in the community.
Interpreting & translation
Please ask us about interpreting and translating for events and notices.
Corporate membership
¥10,000 a year. Support a multicultural community with us.
Sister city exchange
Student and citizen exchange with Hillsboro, Oregon, USA.
Media & partnerships
We welcome inquiries from government, companies, schools and groups.
Sister city: Hillsboro, Oregon, USA
On 3 November 1988, marking the 30th anniversary of Fukuroi City, Fukuroi and Hillsboro became sister cities. Student and citizen exchanges continue today.
In 2025, we welcomed students from Hillsboro, who tried hand-rolling tea and cooking with us.
ORGANIZATION
Organization and documents
Founded on 3 December 1983
General Meeting
All members / once a year
Board of Directors
President, vice-presidents, directors
Committees
Set up for each project
Secretariat
At the Fukuroi International Exchange Center
There are also two auditors and advisers representing industry, academia and government.
Documents (Japanese)
Association rules
Last revised 18 May 2024 (PDF)
Organization & officers
How we are run
Rules, reports & accounts
Yearly reports
Site policy & privacy
About this website
NEWSLETTER
Newsletter “Koryu no Mado”
Our newsletter introduces our activities and international exchange in the area (in Japanese).
Contact & access
Feel free to ask us anything. English and easy Japanese are welcome.
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri 9:00–16:00 / Sat 9:00–12:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | Sundays and public holidays |
| Parking | Available |
| Address | 1-1-15 Araya, Fukuroi, Shizuoka 437-0013 Fukuroi International Exchange Center (next to Fukuroi Post Office) |
| Access | 15-min walk from JR Fukuroi Station, North Exit (北口) Every day: Akiha Bus to “Chuocho Shiyakusho Iriguchi (中央町・市役所入口)”, 7-min walk Weekdays only: bus to “Fukuroi Shiyakusho (袋井市役所)”, 3-min walk |
| Fax | 0538-43-8068 |
| fifa25-a@office.tnc.ne.jp |