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US Culinary School 'Brightwater' to Visit Yamagata's Okitama Region for 3-Day Field Study on Food, Agriculture, and Culture

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Published May 20, 2026 11:37 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 2:05 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Students and faculty from Brightwater Culinary School in Arkansas, USA, will visit Japan's Yamagata Okitama region for a three-day field study to learn about local food, agriculture, fermentation, and festival culture through hands-on experiences.
Students and faculty from Brightwater Culinary School in Arkansas, USA, will visit Japan's Yamagata Okitama region for a three-day field study to learn about local food, agriculture, fermentation, and festival culture.
The Yamagata Arcadia Tourism Bureau announced that Brightwater Culinary School from Arkansas, USA, will conduct its inaugural 'Study Abroad in Japan' tour in the Yamagata Okitama region from May 22-24, 2026.

Students and faculty from Brightwater Culinary School in Arkansas, USA, will visit Japan's Yamagata Okitama region for a three-day field study to learn about local food, agriculture, fermentation, and festival culture through hands-on experiences.

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Published: May 20, 2026

The Yamagata Arcadia Tourism Bureau announced that students and faculty from Brightwater Culinary School in Arkansas, USA, will visit the Okitama region from May 22-24, 2026. During their stay, they will engage in various activities including a farm stay, local cooking exchanges, an 'imoni' (taro stew) party, rice planting for sake brewing, and viewing the Nagai Black Lion Festival. This marks the school's first study tour to Japan, and the Okitama region was specifically chosen to provide an authentic 'Farm to Table' learning experience, connecting students with the origins of their ingredients.

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FAQ

What is the name of the culinary school from Arkansas visiting Yamagata in the 3-day field study?

The name of the culinary school is Brightwater Culinary School from Arkansas, USA.

How many days will Brightwater Culinary School students spend in Yamagata's Okitama region?

Brightwater Culinary School students will spend three days in Yamagata's Okitama region.

Which region in Japan will Brightwater students explore for food and agricultural practices in the field study?

Brightwater students will explore Japan's Yamagata Okitama region for food and agricultural practices.

What specific cultural elements will Brightwater students study during their visit to Okitama?

Brightwater students will study local food, agriculture, fermentation, and festival culture in Okitama.

What type of experiences will students from Brightwater have during their time in Yamagata?

Students from Brightwater will have hands-on experiences with food, agriculture, and culture in Yamagata.

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