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People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.
10. Struggles for Recovery in the Restaurant Industry
0.0Jul 6, 2020 · 27 min
A month after the state of emergency was lifted in Japan, we focus on 3 foreigners in the restaurant industry fighting for financial recovery. To save her Szechuan eatery, Aya Wu from China started takeout and delivery services. Ricardo Komori left his home in Portugal to learn authentic Japanese cuisine but the pandemic took away his chance at employment in a Kyoto restaurant. Running a tea shop in Tokyo, French-native Florent Weugue's business too has been impacted by the coronavirus.