A Toowoomba delegation has recently returned from celebrating the milestone of 20 successful years of friendship with sister city Takatsuki, Japan.
The delegation which included Mayor Peter Taylor, councillors, council officers, a friendship group and the first ever Cultural Performance Group, made the journey to Takatsuki for official celebrations in November.
The anniversary celebrations included the planting of two Jacaranda trees at the Imashiro Daio no Mori Museum in Takatsuki and an exchange of gifts during the official dinner reception. Guests from Toowoomba and Japan shared many happy memories and stories about the 20 year friendship span.
Delegates also took part in a Mayoral reception, visited Ohkanmuri Elementary School, met with the Takatsuki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and inspected businesses and council facilities.
Takatsuki enjoys a quiet and peaceful environment. The Hokusetu Mountain Range, with beautiful scenic spots such as the Settsu River, lies to the north while the Yodo River flows south of the city.
Location: Situated approx. half way between Osaka and Kyoto in the southern section of the Honshu Island of Japan