“In February 2024, the Josai University women’s softball team successfully completed its second trip to Hawaii, previously visiting in 2018. We played games against four universities: Hawaii Pacific University, Chaminade University, University of Hawaii at Hilo, and University of Hawaii at Manoa.

After the games, all four teams had time to interact with each other. Although our girls did not speak English, they were able to communicate in broken English and gestures. I was reminded once again, the power of sports to instantly connect the hearts of students who aspire to play sports, even though they come from different countries and cultures. We were able to enjoy our time in Hawaii, making up for three years lost to COVID.

AO International provided total coordination within our budget. They helped us with everything from advance planning, game matching, hotels, transportation, meals, and flight to the Big Island of Hawaii.

We had a very productive time and are very grateful. Thank you very much to J.T., the hotel chef we met there, for providing us with meals that met our Japanese tastes early in the morning. The breakfast in Hawaii was exceptionally delicious. Also, B.L., for arranging water, ice, and equipment. And most of all, Aki and Richard. Thank you so much for making this special time for our girls. I am sure they will return to Hawaii again.

We hope to go back to Hawaii in a few years with new students. We look forward to working with you again.

Mahalo!”

“With the help of AO International, our softball team’s tour and exchange in Hawaii was successful and safe.

In addition to softball matches with the University of Hawaii and Hawaii Pacific University teams, there were many educational and cultural exchange opportunities for our students and staff.

At the University of Hawaii, we were able to experience and learn about the US Collegiate athletic system through a campus tour and speech from the Athletic Director of Softball. We also experienced the hospitality and special culture of Hawaii at a Potluck event after our last game at Hawaii Pacific University.

Before and during training, AO was able to give us detailed support and responded quickly to changes in our schedules and special requests.

Thank you so much for providing the students with a valuable experience and unique opportunity!”

“They say…“it’s all in who you know”!  Fortunately, for us at 1141 Properties, LLC, we only needed to know the staff at AO International!  

From transportation, to venues, to “off the beaten path” scenery, to extraordinary restaurants.  We had places to go and business people to see!  

Your team had the contacts and was amazing in getting us into exclusive areas, which enabled us to have the “local experience.”  

While working on conventions or meetings we found the AO International staff to be very knowledgeable in shipping, electrical and labor…from beginning to end, it was the easy button!   Mahalo!”

“I needed help in going on a one-day tour of Oahu because I do not speak much English and I had limited time. I was concerned with joining the tour by myself but it was no problem at all. AO exceeded my expectations with their efficient management and personalized attention.

The tour arrangements were made without stress, because I could communicate in Japanese with the tour coordinator. The package was well arranged and the guide was very knowledgeable and had plenty of recommended sites and places to eat.

The end of the tour ended perfectly with a beautiful sunset on Tantalus lookout. There are many more places I want to go and will definitely use AO for assistance in the future.

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