{"id":20178,"date":"2025-07-31T19:18:26","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T09:18:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jlgc.org.au\/?p=20178"},"modified":"2025-07-31T19:18:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T09:18:26","slug":"welcome-to-matsudo-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jlgc.org.au\/ja\/welcome-to-matsudo-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to Matsudo City"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nLocated in the north-west part of Chiba prefecture, 20km from the heart of Tokyo, Matsudo City was established in 1943. Now, with a population of about 500,000 people, the city has grown into a residential city near the capital, where the richness of lush green spaces and natural reserves coexists effortlessly with the vibrancy of urban life and a multi-generation population.<\/p>\n

During the Edo period, the region flourished as a key transport hub and post town. Many historical sites remain today, including the Tokugawa family’s Matsudo Tojo-tei<\/em> House and Garden, designated as a National Important Cultural Property, built by Akitake Tokugawa, the younger brother of Yoshinobu Tokugawa, the 15th shogun of the Edo Shogunate. The Hondoji<\/em> Temple, where approximately 50,000 hydrangeas bloom in late of June, is another notable site in Matsudo City.
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\nIn spring, the Cherry Blossom Festival; in summer, the Fireworks Festival and Matsudoshuku Sakagawa<\/em> Votive Lantern Offering Festival; in autumn, the Matsudo Festival and the Tourist Pear Orchard; and in winter, the Matsudo Christmas Music Festival are held, attracting many people.
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\nMoreover, the \u201cForest and Park for the 21st Century\u201d, an expansive 50.5-hectare green space in the heart of Matsudo City, offers a variety of seasonal activities year-round, including physical exercise activities, bird watching, barbecuing, and music appreciation. The park also features cultural facilities such as the civic museum and the \u201cHall of the Forest 21\u201d music hall.
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\nMatsudo City is also known for a variety of distinctive local specialties, lovingly crafted by passionate local farmers and producers. These include fresh produce such as spring onions, pears, strawberries, as well as local favourites such as ramen and freshly baked bread. The city also preserves traditional crafts such as Kumihimo <\/em>(braided cords) and Yuzen<\/em> Dyeing. For more information, please visit the official Matsudo City website.
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\nMoreover, Matsudo City was designated as an \u201cSDG\u2019s Future City\u201d by the Cabinet Office in 2022. Under the concept of \u201cA Sustainable and Compassionate City\u201d, the city has been actively working to create a safe and inclusive living environment for people of all generations.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Green Tree Day \u2013 Whitehorse City of Australia<\/strong>
\nMatsudo City and Whitehorse City established a sister city relationship on 12 May 1971, making this year the 54th<\/sup> anniversary. Remarkably, it all began with one letter. In 1958, a junior high school student wrote to the Australia Embassy, requesting seeds of a Eucalyptus tree. This small gesture eventually led to the formation of the sister city relationship between Matsudo and Whitehorse. Both cities have designated 12 May as \u201cGreen Tree Day\u201d to promote friendship and greening. On this day, events such as commemorative tree planting and online meetings are held to strengthen the bond. In addition, junior and senior high school students from Matsudo have taken part in exchange visits to Whitehorse through the Sister City Youth Exchange Program.
\nMatsudo City not only promotes exchanges between sister cities, but also aims to foster mutual understanding between countries and nurture young people with a global outlook.\"\"<\/p>\n

\u2022 Sister City with Australia<\/strong>
\nIn celebration of the sister city anniversary in May, Matsudo City has traditionally held events with a focus on Australia. These have included sports and art, concerts, and food-related events at commercial facilities throughout the city. During the event period, participating restaurants in the city helped deepen residents\u2019 understanding of the sister city relationship by offering special menu items made with Australian ingredients.
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\nIn addition, citizens from both cities have been engaged in Girl Scout exchanges, which will mark their 40th<\/sup> anniversary next year.\u00a0 Through their respective cultural activities, participants have deepened their interest and understanding of different cultures, helping to foster an international perspective. There is also an ongoing exchange of etegami<\/em>\u2014hand-painted postcards featuring messages of local pride and warm greetings\u2014between the citizens, strengthening bonds across borders. The postcards sent by Matsudo City were displayed at the Japan Festival in Whitehorse City, while the postcards sent from Whitehorse City were displayed in the connecting corridor of the city hall, where many people stopped to admire the works.\u00a0
\n\"\"In 2026, the cities will be celebrating the 55th<\/sup> anniversary of their sister city relationship. Matsudo City will continue to strengthen the bond between the two cities through various exchanges and uphold their wonderful friendship.\"\"<\/p>\n

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