Meet Steph, a Venezuelan MEXT Scholar pursuing a Masters in Human Life Design and Science in Fukuoka, Japan. Fascinated by Japan’s culture since youth, she teaches Japanese online and cherishes the country’s blend of tradition and modernity. Steph aims to unite people through language and culture, advocating for Japan exploration.
Interview – Story in Japan
- WHERE ARE YOU FROM?
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Venezuela
- WHAT DO YOU DO IN JAPAN?
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I am a MEXT Scholar currently studying a Masters Degree in Human Life Design and Science
- WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JAPAN?
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From a young age, I enjoyed Japanese popular culture which got me interested in Japanese language. I started studying the language when I was 16 years old, and now I teach Japanese online and seek to connect people with the country through the language and culture.
- WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO STAY IN THIS CITY?
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I live in Fukuoka, and I chose to live here because it has all the advantages of a big city but it is not so crowded, daily life is more self-paced and nature is around every corner. Also, because of the not-so-high living expenses and location of my university,
- WHAT DID YOU ENJOY THE MOST WHILE STAYING ABROAD?
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I enjoy traveling and Japan’s balance between the old and the new. I like visiting temples and historic sites and. getting to now more of Japanese culture and history.
- DID YOU EXPERIENCE ANY CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE AND FUTURE PROSPECTS AFTER YOU START YOUR JOURNEY?
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My journey with Japan, started many years ago with a program called “The Ship for the World Youth,” and I can say that it definitely changed my goals and perspectives on life.
- WHAT IS YOUR DREAM?
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My dream is to bring people together through languages and help people come closer to their dream of coming to Japan. teaching them what I have learned about Japanese Language and culture.
- MESSAGE TO OUR FRIENDS WHO WILL GO TO JAPAN.
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Japan has many things to discover you will find amazing places. Always plan ahead of time and if possible, learn the basics of the Japanese language because it will let you experience more interesting things and have the best time in the country.
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