"TSVP Teatime": informal discussions and getting to know each other, now in the Visiting Program (TSVP) office area in Lab 5 EF03

We will discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) plans for Okinawa, focusing on the partnership system that recognizes sexual minority couples as equivalent to married ones. In February 2024, Okinawa Prefecture announced that the issuance of certificates to publicly certify a couple's relationship, currently limited to residents of Naha and Urasoe cities, will soon be expanded to all areas of the prefecture. The public services provided based on the certificates will be left to the judgment of each municipality and private company. However, the details of the system, including the contact point for issuing the certificates, are still under consideration. The panelists will address the current issues being faced.

Title: OIST Activities Fair 

Date: Friday, May 31st.

Time: 4:00-6:00pm

Location: Conference Center Meeting Room#1~4

We want to help new members and old members find their community at OIST!! We look forward to your participation.

Haarii Dragon Boat Race Introduction

Learn more about the Okinawan Haarii dragon boat races and the OIST team.

Date/tim: Thu, 11th April 2024 from 11am to 1pm (Live music performance during lunch time)

Location: Center Court

There will be paintings, postcards, magnets, 3D prints, embroidery, stickers, tote bags, resin art, and more.

Update: with LIVE MUSIC 11:30-12:30

Come support OIST community artists and crafters at the open tida Art & Craft market, during lunchtime on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

There will be paintings, postcards, magnets, 3D prints, embroidery, keychains, notebooks, stickers, tote bags, resin art, and more.

Come buy or just browse and say hello. It’s the perfect place to get some unique Christmas gifts too!

Looking forward to seeing you there. 

Wednesday, October 25 • 11am - 1pm OIST center courtyard (outside the cafe) 

In case of rain, it will be held in C210 (down the hall from ATM)

In the last week before the event, keep an eye out on Tida Marketplace, to get more information on what will be sold. You can get an idea from the photos in the poster already!

日本語:

2023年10月25日（水）ランチタイムに開催されるopen tidaアート＆クラフト・マーケットで、OISTコミュニティのアーティストやクラフト作家を応援しませんか

絵画、ポストカード、マグネット、3Dプリント、刺繍、キーホルダー、ノート、ステッカー、トートバッグ、レジンアートなどが展示・販売されます。

購入するもよし、ただ見て回るもよし。ユニークなクリスマス・プレゼントを手に入れるチャンスです！ 皆様のお越しをお待ちしています。

10月25日（水）11:00-13:00 OISTセンター中庭（カフェテリア外）

雨天の場合はC210 (ATM横)にて開催します。

イベント前1週間は、販売される商品情報がTida Marketplaceで見られます。ぜひチェックしてください！

"TSVP Teatime": informal discussions and getting to know each other, now in the new TSVP office area in Lab 5 EF03

Invitation to Ryukyu Awamori and Food Pairing workshop!

The OIST Recreation Services, in partnership with the Okinawa Regional Tax Office, is delighted to present a unique opportunity to explore the history, culture, production techniques, and traditions of Ryukyu Awamori

While enjoying new and aged Awamori that has been passed down through generations, you can also experience the pairing of these Awamori with various foods!
*Vegan and Vegetarian options available

Whether you're an Awamori enthusiast, a curious beginner, or somewhere in between, this event promises insights into the best ways to appreciate and enjoy this distinct beverage along with its ideal food companions.

We are scheduling this event on two separate occasions, with identical content. Kindly select the date that aligns best with your availability

Event Date/Venue

1st event: October 27th (Friday)

2nd event: November 24th (Friday)

Venue: Center building, Level B, Restaurant Floor

Event Time Schedule

Participation Fee

This event is free!

However, the Okinawa Tax Office would like to fill out the questionnaire form after the event. Your feedback is important for them to plan their future promotion.

This class is being offered for OIST members only

Please register in advance