Beaverton Strengthens Ties with Japanese Students and Officials

City hosts delegation, expands international partnerships and cultural exchanges

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Beaverton recently welcomed a delegation of officials and students from its Friendly City of Ogaki, Japan, further strengthening the city's long-running international ties. During the October visit, the guests met with Mayor Lacey Beaty, toured local landmarks, and connected with Japanese language students at Sunset High School.

Why it matters

Beaverton's ongoing partnership with Ogaki reflects the city's commitment to fostering global connections and cultural exchange, which can bring educational, economic, and community benefits. As cities become increasingly interconnected, these types of international relationships help promote mutual understanding and collaboration.

The details

The Ogaki delegation met with Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty, toured the Beaverton Public Safety Center and Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, and engaged with Japanese language students at Sunset High School. This visit builds on Beaverton's longstanding Friendly City relationship with Ogaki, which was established over 30 years ago.

  • Beaverton and Ogaki, Japan established their Friendly City relationship over 30 years ago.
  • The Ogaki delegation visited Beaverton in October 2026.

The players

Lacey Beaty

The mayor of Beaverton, Oregon.

Ogaki, Japan

A city in Japan that has a long-running Friendly City relationship with Beaverton, Oregon.

Sunset High School

A high school in Beaverton, Oregon that hosted the visiting Japanese students and connected them with its Japanese language program.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Beaverton's ongoing partnership with Ogaki, Japan demonstrates the city's commitment to fostering international connections and cultural exchange, which can bring educational, economic, and community benefits as cities become increasingly interconnected globally.