What the Japanese Concept of Takumi Can Teach Us About Sister Cities In Japan, there is a concept known as: Takumi It is a word often associated with master craftsmanship — a level of mastery reached not through shortcuts or quick success, but through decades of careful repetition, refinement, patience, and...
As the snow begins to melt in Colorado’s high country, many Denver residents start looking toward the mountains again — checking trail conditions, planning summer hikes, preparing climbing gear, and dreaming about long days spent above the tree line. More than 5,700 miles away in our sister city of...
Each spring, the city of Takayama comes alive during the renowned Spring Takayama Festival (Sanno Matsuri), one of Japan’s most celebrated traditional festivals. Held annually in April around the historic Hie Shrine, the festival features elaborately crafted yatai festival floats, traditional music, lantern processions, and centuries-old cultural performances...
On February 18, 2025, Denver Sister Cities International and the Ulaanbaatar Committee hosted an unforgettable evening at the historic University Club of Denver—a night filled with delicious food, engaging conversation, and a deep dive into the evolution of Japanese cuisine in America. A Culinary Journey with Gil Asakawa Guests...
Denver’s connection to Takayama, Japan, took center stage this winter as the Denver Takayama Sister City Committee was featured in Asian Avenue Magazine January issue for its role in bringing a stunning yatai (festival float) to the Parade of Lights. This historic moment showcased the deep and enduring ties...
Strengthening Ties and Building the Future On December 9th, the delegation met with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, further strengthening the ties between our cities. That evening, Consul General Okajima graciously hosted a reception for the Takayama delegation and Denver sister-city officials, reaffirming our shared commitment to nurturing and expanding...