From a senior foreigner working in a construction company
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I came to Japan in 2018. My status changed from technical intern trainee to Specified Skills, and the range of jobs has expanded, making it easier for me to work. I aimed for Specified Skills because I wanted a job that would provide a stable income for my family.

There are hot and cold days at work, and sometimes it's tough, but it's the path I chose, so I want to do my best until the very end. I have fond memories of visiting Japanese temples on the company trip at the end of the year and having a great time with my coworkers.

I like all Japanese food, but I especially like sushi and udon. I also like Japanese beer because it is easier to drink than Vietnamese beer.

My family in Vietnam is also supporting my challenge in Japan. My goal is to pass Specified Skilled Worker (ii) visa and continue working in Japan.

When I first came to Japan, I didn't understand Japanese and couldn't get used to the job, so it was hard. But everyone at the company was kind enough to teach me, and little by little I was able to do my job. I was very happy when I was allowed to work independently for the first time.

I'm happy that my salary has increased since I became Specified Skills, but the best thing is that I can work in Japan for a long time. Work in Japan is safe and the rules are strict, so I can work with peace of mind.

On my days off, I like to go for walks in the park or go shopping with my friends. My job is busy and I don't have much time, but I want to continue studying Japanese as much as possible.
Since coming to Kagawa Prefecture, udon has become my favorite food. I like to eat it with chicken tempura on top.

My goal in the future is to pass Specified Skilled Worker (ii) qualification. And my dream is to build a house in Japan someday.

The reason I decided to work in Japan was because I wanted to start my own restaurant in Indonesia.
Actually, I started a store once, but it failed. So I thought I would earn a lot of money to start a store again, and that's why I took my current job.

Since becoming Specified Skills, I have been taught many things and my knowledge of the construction industry has increased considerably.
I am also grateful to the company because the salary is very good compared to what I would get in Indonesia.

After working for a few more years, I plan to open a restaurant again in Indonesia.
The main menu is Javanese cuisine, but Japanese food is also popular in Indonesia.
You could also serve ramen or udon!

About 10 years ago, I found it difficult to find work in Indonesia, so I decided to work in Japan.
I had heard that the Japanese construction industry has high levels of technology, so I wanted to learn more about it.

Then, when I came to Japan and started working at my current company, I realized that the people there needed our help too.
Also, my seniors taught me many things about the job, so I was able to work with a sense of fulfillment.

On my days off, I go fishing with my seniors from work.
Sea bass are caught in Japanese waters, and they are fried and eaten.
It's really delicious and awesome!

I first came to Japan in 2014. Since I started working for a company, I have had absolutely no problems.
Even if a problem does arise, they will listen to your concerns and you will be able to resolve it immediately.

When my Japanese wasn't so good, I didn't know what to do at work and I was lost. But my seniors taught me so it wasn't a big problem.
Japanese songs were always played in the car on the way to the site, and now I can sing them in Japanese.

I'm a Muslim so I'm careful about what I eat.
However, the number of halal foods (food that can be eaten by Muslims) is gradually increasing in Japan.
So, Muslims can come without worry.

In China, I worked as an arc welder, but because my children's school fees were high, I wanted to earn more money, so I came to Japan in 2017.

At my current company, I have been certified as Specified Skilled Worker (i), and I can now be taken on company trips.
Last time I went to Okinawa and was able to see the Japanese ocean for the first time.
There was no sea in the town where I grew up, so I was surprised at how beautiful it was. The fruits I ate during the trip were also very delicious.

My favorite thing to do on my days off is climb mountains.
I travel alone within Kochi Prefecture and other prefectures, climb mountains by myself, and keep in shape.
The most beautiful mountains were in Aichi Prefecture, but I would like to challenge myself to find even more beautiful mountains.

I was born and raised in China and worked for a ship-building company.
After that, I wanted to open a restaurant, but I gave up on that dream and came to Japan to try my hand at something overseas.

The thing that surprised me most about coming to Japan was how much snow there is.
When I was in Fukushima Prefecture, about 1.5 meters of snow fell. This made a strong impression on me because back home in China we only get about 30 cm.
I also have fond memories of the crab I ate in Niigata Prefecture. I had it as shabu-shabu and it was really delicious.

The person who taught me Japanese was a crane operator.
Instead, I taught them how to use a computer.
In the future, I would like to study more and challenge myself to get many qualifications that I can use at work and also get a driver's license.

I came to Japan from China in 2015. I had always wanted to work overseas, so I chose Japan because it is close to China.
The first thing I noticed when I came to Japan was how beautiful the towns are and how full of greenery the mountains are.
When I came to Japan and breathed the air for the first time, I thought it was really delicious.

For my job, I travel to work sites all over the country.
I get to see a variety of cities, including Hokkaido and Tokyo, and I also enjoy sightseeing after work.
I remember having a lot of fun at the zoo in Hokkaido and being impressed when I saw the bears.

I believe life is a constant learning experience.
That's why I want to continue to hone my skills.
My goal is to become a foreman at my current company.

I have always wanted to bring my wife and children to Japan, so I have worked hard to obtain Specified Skilled Worker (ii).
My second child is only four years old, so I plan to continue working hard.

I get along very well with the people at work, and during Lunar New Year we made lots of dumplings and bread and celebrated together.
We often drink together and enjoy our favorite shochu.

Shizuoka Prefecture is home to Mount Fuji, which is very beautiful.
China has many large mountains, but Mount Fuji is special and is especially beautiful when it snows.
I hope everyone will check it out.

I came to Japan from China in 2007 and worked as a technical intern trainee, and now I have Specified Skills No. 1. Japan has clean and convenient roads, and the Japanese people are very kind.
Also, unlike in China, working hours are clearly defined and we are given ample time off.

Now I teach Chinese and Vietnamese people.
I can communicate with Chinese people, but I can't communicate with Vietnamese people, so I communicate in Japanese. However, since neither of us is very good at Japanese yet, I teach them by saying "Just imitate me." Now I have become good friends with the Vietnamese people.

My goal is to invite my family to Japan.
I'm now 47 years old, and from now on I want to do more for my family than ever before, not just for myself.

I learned about Japan through TV, the Internet, and from friends who had worked in Japan. When I saw pictures, I saw that it was a beautiful country, and that sparked my interest and made me want to go there.

I studied Japanese in Vietnam, but there is a dialect in Osaka Prefecture where I work. The way of speaking is different from standard Japanese, so I had some difficulty learning it. However, I gradually got used to it, and now I can distinguish between standard Japanese and the "Kansai dialect."

I have been living in Japan for over 10 years now. I am now a Specified Skilled Worker (ii), and I can bring my family over and earn a salary that allows me to live in Japan. At work, I have been given the role of supervisor, but from now on I would like to be given the role of foreman.

When I was a student, I was interested in the construction industry and wanted to work in it someday. One day, I looked up information about Japan on the Internet and found out that Japanese people are earnest and kind, so I thought I would come to Japan to study the construction industry. That's what led me to come to Japan.

When I came to Japan, the people at the company were really kind and taught me how to do the work on site in an easy-to-understand way. Now I'm in charge of the site. The first time I was put in charge of a three-story building, I was able to do the work well and I was very happy when I was praised.

I was able to get a driver's license after becoming Specified Skilled Worker (ii) There are driving schools in Japan where you can take the test in Vietnamese, so it wasn't difficult. Now I'm also teaching my juniors how to do their jobs. I want to keep working hard and build a house for my family in Vietnam.