Where We Call Home
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.
17. Together We Can Make It Through!
0.0Sep 21, 2020 · 27 min
This episode focuses on Vietnam-born Do Van Tuan, chairman of the Sendai Vietnamese Association. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage on, he decided to roll up his sleeves and come to the aid of other Vietnamese in the area who lost their jobs due to the outbreak. His endeavor has snowballed into a volunteer project in which the local Japanese also take part. In addition, we meet US-native Kristen Shinozaki who works alongside her husband, the owner and chef of a Tokyo eel restaurant.