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The Frank Family from Alvord Ranch, a U.S. Host Farm (Beef Cattle & Breeding), Is Visiting Japan

Announcement from the Shimane Prefecture International Agricultural Exchange Association

The third son of Alvord Ranch, a U.S. host farm specializing in beef cattle and breeding, Mr. Frank, is currently visiting Japan together with his family.
During their stay, they are scheduled to travel through Tokyo and various regions in western Japan.

Mr. Frank has expressed a strong interest in reuniting with former Japanese trainees (alumni) who completed their training at Alvord Ranch and is looking forward to meeting them during his travels in Japan.

Visit Overview

• Period of Stay in Japan:
  December 26, 2025 – January 14, 2026
• Planned Travel Area:
  Tokyo and various locations in western Japan
• Intended Audience:
  Alumni who trained at Alvord Ranch

Please refer to the attached travel itinerary for detailed schedules.

Message to Alvord Ranch Alumni

If you are an Alvord Ranch alumnus and would like to meet Mr. Frank and his family during their stay in Japan, please contact us using the details below.
The Shimane Prefecture International Agricultural Exchange Association will coordinate and connect you with Mr. Frank.

Contact Information

Shimane Prefecture International Agricultural Exchange Association
Contact Person: Makoto Takai
(Former Overseas Agricultural Trainee / Volunteer)

• Email: shimane@newfarmers.jp
• Phone: +81-80-9001-4709
  (Alvord Ranch Alumni, 24th Training Cohort)

This visit is a valuable opportunity to reconnect and strengthen the ties built through overseas agricultural training.　We look forward to hearing from many alumni.