Consul General Osumi Visits Elk Grove and Sacramento Schools
2025/4/2
Consul General Osumi’s presentation to Elk Grove High School Japanese language students
Consul General Osumi answers questions from Laguna Creek High School Japanese Language students
On Thursday, March 6, Consul General Yo Osumi visited Elk Grove Unified School District’s (EGUSD) Elk Grove High School and Laguna Creek High School in Elk Grove, and California State University, Sacramento to learn more about their Japanese language programs. Students asked questions about his life as a diplomat and the duties of the Consulate.
In Elk Grove, Consul General Osumi also met with the principals of both high schools, EGUSD district staff, including Superintendent Christopher Hoffman, to present a Certificate of Appreciation for their dedication to providing their students with quality Japanese language education.
During his visit to California State University, Sacramento, Consul General Osumi was welcomed into the Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room and Garden at the University Library by a group of faculty, staff and students. He listened to informative presentations about Sacramento’s history of Japanese Americans, the university’s Japanese language program, and the activities of their Japan Club.
The visit to Sacramento concluded with discussion dinner that gathered Japanese language teachers from all around the greater Sacramento area.
In Elk Grove, Consul General Osumi also met with the principals of both high schools, EGUSD district staff, including Superintendent Christopher Hoffman, to present a Certificate of Appreciation for their dedication to providing their students with quality Japanese language education.
During his visit to California State University, Sacramento, Consul General Osumi was welcomed into the Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room and Garden at the University Library by a group of faculty, staff and students. He listened to informative presentations about Sacramento’s history of Japanese Americans, the university’s Japanese language program, and the activities of their Japan Club.
The visit to Sacramento concluded with discussion dinner that gathered Japanese language teachers from all around the greater Sacramento area.
Consul General presents a Certificate of Appreciation to EGUSD Superintendent Christopher Hoffman
Group photo at California State University, Sacramento
Japanese language teachers of the Greater Sacramento Area share their experiences as Japanese language educators
Group photo with Japanese language teachers