Omaha Sister Cities Association & Shizuoka Celebrate 60 Years of Friendship

The Omaha Sister Cities Association (OSCA) proudly celebrated its 60th anniversary on September 12, 2025 — a milestone made even more special as it also marked 60 years of partnership with our sister city, Shizuoka, Japan.

To honor this shared history, representatives from some of Omaha’s sister cities — including a large delegation from Shizuoka and a choral group from Šiauliai, Lithuania — joined city leaders, community members, and partner organizations for a week of events. The delegates enjoyed the Henry Doorly Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, Durham Museum, Joslyn Art Museum, The Old Market, Kiewit Luminarium, and many great local restaurants. In addition, the highlight for many included tickets to the Husker football game on Saturday afternoon. The anniversary banquet on Friday evening, highlighted the enduring value of people-to-people connections, with choral performances from the Pavasaris Women’s Choir, gift exchanges, and reflections on the bonds formed over the decades. A farewell picnic was held on Saturday evening at an OSCA member’s home.

This dual celebration honored OSCA’s long tradition of fostering global ties through education, culture, business, and the arts. From student exchanges to international delegations, Omaha and its sister cities continue to strengthen the spirit of global friendship.

As we look forward, the Omaha Sister Cities Association remains committed to deepening these connections — ensuring that the friendships built over the past 60 years will continue to grow for generations to come.