AMBAR – Study in Hokkaido Japan – from Indonesia

Meet Ambar, an Indonesian teacher who studied in Hokkaido, Japan, captivated by its beauty and culture. Now back home, she shares her passion for Japan with her students, aspiring to return one day. Ambar recommends learning Japanese and understanding the culture before visiting this wonderful country.

Interview – Story in Japan

Q&A

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

Indonesia

WHAT DO YOU DO IN JAPAN?

Studied in Hokkaido

WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JAPAN?

Because I am a Japanese teacher and I got a scholarship at Fukushi Senmon Gakko in Hokkaido. Someday I will go to Japan again. JAPAN is a very wonderful country.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO STAY IN THIS CITY?

Asahikawa, Hokkaido is a beautiful place, there people are very kind and friendly. The culture is diverse and natural.

WHERE IS YOUR LOCAL RECOMMENDATION IN THIS CITY?

Autumn in some places is very beautiful, Otaru Canal, Otaru station, Hakodate, Sapporo, in Asahikawa zoo, you can see polar bears, penguins, etc.

WHAT DID YOU ENJOY THE MOST WHILE STAYING ABROAD?

The people are very friendly and beautiful scenery and I will meet her/his again. Japan is heaven in the world.

DID YOU EXPERIENCE ANY CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE AND FUTURE PROSPECTS AFTER YOU START YOUR JOURNEY?

Yes..of course, because I am a teacher and always teach my students and describe all about Japan. My student is a trainee, so I tell them how Japanese people work or culture.

WHAT IS YOUR DREAM?

My dream is to become a good teacher, and I can go to Japan again, go to some place, and describe to my students how beautiful.

MESSAGE TO OUR FRIENDS WHO WILL GO TO JAPAN.

Japan is very different from Indonesia. So before you go to Japan, you can learn the Japanese language and understand a little about the culture.

HOW DO YOU LEARN JAPANESE?

I am studying at university, taking a short course program and online study on YouTube or Instagram, and working in a Japanese company.

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