[Second Goal Achieved — Toward a Final Goal of ¥5,000,000]
2026/8/18 20:38
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We would like to express our heartfelt thanks for everyone's warm support.
We reached our original goal of ¥1,000,000 for the Western Japan Study Tour's travel costs on the very first day, and in just 12 days, we also achieved our Second Goal of ¥2,200,000, covering accommodation, meals, and program costs. Thank you so much.
Through this support, we have once again realized just how many people resonate not only with the Western Japan Study Tour itself, but with the kind of society and learning that Asian Rural Institute strives for.
Both after the campaign launched and after we reached our goals, more and more supporters — including our support-funding partners — have been sharing their own words about Asian Rural Institute through their voices and messages of encouragement, day by day. This is creating new opportunities to introduce ARI's work to people who haven't encountered it before.
And so, as the final challenge of this campaign, we have decided to set
a Final Goal of ¥5,000,000.
By reaching ¥2,200,000, we have secured the funds needed to carry out the Western Japan Study Tour itself.
At the same time, welcoming rural community leaders from around the world to Asian Rural Institute and supporting their nine months of learning and life here requires a great deal of support every year.
For reference, the cost of supporting 25 participants through nine months of learning is approximately ¥50,000,000 per year.
[Cost per participant: approximately ¥2,000,000]
Practicum & tuition: ¥1,040,000 / Dormitory & health insurance: ¥330,000 / Food: ¥270,000 / Travel: ¥360,000
This Final Goal of ¥5,000,000 is not being set because there is a shortfall in funding for the Western Japan Study Tour itself. Rather, it is our last challenge — an opportunity made possible by support that exceeded our expectations — to help even more people learn about what Asian Rural Institute shares, and to further widen the circle of support.
Precisely because the world today is shaken by division and conflict, we want to nurture leaders who can live kindly with their neighbors.
And we hope that supporting Asian Rural Institute can become, for you, one way to help change the world.
A Final Goal of ¥5,000,000 — this is the last target of this campaign.
We would be so grateful for your continued support.
"Fuel for 1 Student to Travel 1 Day to the Field"
1,000円
Fuel support to move the minibus 25 km forward (or parking fees/miscellaneous costs for safe parking and rest stops).
Fuel cost (¥40/km) × 25 km. An accessible tier that directly supports a student’s daily travel, as well as safe parking and rest during the journey.
"Safe Infrastructure Support for the 3,000 km Journey"
3,000円
Highway toll and parking fee support for safe long-distance travel (or fuel costs for 75 km).
Covers 75 km worth of fuel or practical expenses needed to secure a safe driving environment (highways and parking facilities) throughout the trip.
"Highway Tolls for 1 Participant across the Entire 3,000 km Journey"
5,000円
Highway toll fees for 1 participant to travel safely and on schedule to training sites across Western Japan.
By easing the physical strain of long-distance travel, this creates an environment where participants can focus 100% on their hands-on experiences and dialogue at each destination.
"Overnight Ferry & Warm Breakfast Support for 1 Participant"
10,000円
Ferry fare (bed accommodation) between Osaka and Moji plus breakfast for 1 participant.
Crucial support to help participants stay healthy and well-rested during long travel, ensuring they reach their next training site in peak condition.
"Microbus Rental Fee for 1 Day (A Mobile Learning Hub)"
30,000円
Equivalent to approximately 1 day of vehicle rental out of the total ¥400,000 minibus rental cost.
Secures 1 day of a "classroom on wheels" where active discussion and reflection take place on the road, supporting meaningful growth and mutual inspiration among participants.
"Full Travel Expenses for 1 Participant to Complete the Western Japan Study Tour (3,000 km)"
50,000円
All transportation costs for 1 student to complete the 3,000 km Western Japan Study Tour (bus rental portion, fuel, highway tolls, ferry, and parking fees).
Comprehensive support that backs the entire journey of a participant confronting real-world issues in the field and growing into a leader who transforms themselves to transform the world.
"1/4 of the Microbus Rental Cost Connecting Learning Sites Across Western Japan"
100,000円
Covers 25% of the ¥400,000 total minibus rental cost.
This major support underpins the foundational infrastructure of the project, strongly sustaining the mobility essential for all participants to travel, learn, and connect across Western Japan.
