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From a senior foreigner working in a construction company
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Che Woo is pursuing her dream of starting her own company from scratch, without relying on her parents.

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[Work location] Aichi Prefecture

[Job Title] Civil Engineering Work

I used to work with heavy machinery in Vietnam. I've been using excavators and bulldozers since I was 20, and I've also worked in China and Laos due to my parents' work. But Japan is different from other countries in that it places a lot of importance on safety. I was impressed by how they thoroughly check everything every day and work according to the rules.

I've continued to work with heavy machinery since coming to Japan. The way I use it is a little different now, but I always prioritize safety when working. I'm still studying Japanese, and I take online lessons from a Vietnamese teacher two or three times a week. Balancing work and studying is tough, but I'm doing my best.

My dream is to start my own construction company in Japan in the future. My father also owns a company, but I want to start from scratch and build it on my own.