A life-changing international experience. This week-long exchange program immerses high-school students in another culture. Students travel between Dallas/Fort Worth and Sendai in alternating years, staying with a host family and engaging in leadership, service, and cultural activities. The program cultivates young leaders in both cities — future stewards of the U.S.-Japan relationship.

Students: Travel to Sendai

POSTPONED TO 2022

Be a leader. Be a world traveler. Be a Young Ambassador.
The one-week program includes:

  • Homestay with a Sendai family
  • Local school visits
  • Interaction with city officials
  • Volunteer activities
  • Tour of famous Sendai locations
  • Airfare and all ground transportation in Japan

Eligibility

Applicant must be:

  • Dallas/Fort Worth area high school student (in grades 9-11)
  • U.S. citizen

Students will be selected based on their ability to be good ambassadors. Applicants should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, leadership ability, community involvement, international interest, and an open-minded attitude.

Timeline

Mid February – March
Application window
March
Interviews and final selection
April – June
Orientations and workshops
June – July
Young Ambassadors travel to Sendai


Families: Host a Sendai Student

August 7-14, 2019: Next Opportunity – Summer 2021

Open your heart and home to a Japanese teenager! Young Ambassadors from Sendai rely on the hospitality of host families during their one-week stay in Dallas/Fort Worth.

  • Share family life and local culture with your guest
  • Contribute to the U.S.-Japan relationship on a grassroots level
  • Make a new friend for life

Host Responsibilities

Japan-America Society asks each host family to:

  • Provide lodging and some meals
  • Provide some local transportation
  • Attend the farewell party
  • Show your student true Texas hospitality!

We will arrange sightseeing activities for guests during the day on weekdays. Host siblings are encouraged to join in!

Timeline

January-April
Application window
May
Home visits and selection
June
Young Ambassadors announced
July
Host family orientation
August
Young Ambassadors travel to Dallas