But perhaps the most unusual area of the garden in their remit is the Shoyoen Japanese Gardens, which was designed by architectural students from Dubbo's sister city, Minokamo, in Japan.

Source: https://www.dailyliberal.com.au/story/8394415/keeping-visitors-smiling-all-in-a-days-work-for-these-gardeners/?src=rss

Dubbo students visit a temple in Japan while participating in the Minokamo exchange program.

Source: https://www.dailyliberal.com.au/story/8177803/local-students-encouraged-to-apply-for-life-changing-experience-in-japan/?src=rss

"We are excited to resume the exchange program after a three-year hiatus, which will see the students and chaperones travel to Minokamo later this year in September," council's Sister City Officer Daisy Wang said.

Source: https://www.dailyliberal.com.au/story/8177803/local-students-encouraged-to-apply-for-life-changing-experience-in-japan/?src=rss