[Okayama University] JR West x Okayama University: International Students Participate in Promoting the Setouchi Area
Okayama University and JR West's Okayama Branch have produced a promotional video for the Setouchi area featuring international students, based on their comprehensive partnership agreement. The project aims to showcase the region's nature, history, and tourism resources to a global audience, contributing to regional revitalization.
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On June 1, 2026, Okayama University (Kita-ku, Okayama City; President: Tomohiro Nasu) announced that, based on the comprehensive partnership agreement with the West Japan Railway Company (JR West) Okayama Branch, international students from the university appeared in a video promoting the appeal of the Setouchi area. This project was implemented with the goal of widely disseminating the charm of the Setouchi region's rich nature, history, culture, and tourism resources both domestically and internationally. The international students cooperated in the filming as performers, conveying the region's appeal from an international perspective. It is expected that the video will contribute to increasing awareness of the Setouchi area, promoting tourism, and aiding in regional revitalization. Through L-café, Okayama University plans to continue its collaboration with JR West's Okayama Branch to connect international students with the local community and contribute to the revitalization of Okayama Prefecture. Please look forward to the ongoing initiatives of Okayama University as an open, core regional research university. This information was released on May 31, 2026. Details of the produced video can be viewed on the official JR West website (https://www.jr-furusato.jp/setouchi-tour-jr/).
FAQ
What is the project involving Okayama University students?
They appeared in a promotional video to showcase the appeal of the Setouchi area to domestic and international audiences.