A Milestone Journey: 45 years of friendship and cultural exchange.
Join our official delegation as we represent Brea at the Hanno Autumn Festival.
Celebrate the Spirit of Our Sister City
Be a part of Brea’s living history! We are inviting local residents and professionals to represent our city on a diplomatic and cultural visit to our Sister City, Hanno, Japan.
Since 1981, Brea and Hanno have shared a bond of mutual respect and friendship—come help us keep that tradition thriving as we participate in Hanno’s vibrant local festival weekend.
The Experience
- Arrive in Hanno: Thursday evening, Nov 5, 2026
- Festivities: Friday, Nov 6 – Sunday, Nov 8
- Extend Your Stay: Explore more of Japan! Suggestions and assistance are available for travel before or after the official visit.
Logistics & Planning
The Schedule
Arrival in Hanno: Nov 5, 2026
Festival Weekend: Nov 6 – Nov 8
Festival Weekend: Nov 6 – Nov 8
Flight Details
Rec: ANA (NH) 7543, LAX to HND.
$860 approx roundtrip.
$860 approx roundtrip.
Ground Transit
Pickup provided from Haneda (HND) before 5:00 PM on Nov 5.
Program Fee
$300 per person
(Local Hanno delegation expenses)
(Local Hanno delegation expenses)
Lodging
Host families available upon request. Local hotel reservation assistance can be provided. (Hotel costs not included.}
Travel Support
Assistance available for extending your stay before/after the festival.
Final commitments and deposits are required by June 2026.