YEVGENIYA – Live in Miyazaki Japan – from Ukraine

2024-04-21

Meet Yevgenniya, a Ukrainian refugee in Miyazaki, Japan, captivated by Japan’s beauty since childhood. Miyazaki’s natural diversity and cultural richness resonate with her deeply. Despite challenges, she admires Japanese politeness and dreams of mastering the language. YEVGENIYA encourages travelers to plan ahead and immerse themselves in Japan’s unique blend of progress and tradition.

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Interview – Story in Japan

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?: Ukraine
WHAT DO YOU DO IN JAPAN?: I am in Japan as a refugee due to the war in Ukraine.
WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JAPAN?: Even as a child, I dreamed of seeing Japan, such a beautiful, mysterious, and dissimilar culture.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO STAY IN THIS CITY?: Miyazaki Prefecture, in the southeast of Kyushu is one of the most beautiful regions in Japan. Diversity of nature, rich history, ancient architecture, traditional music, and dances
WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE IN THIS CITY?: The most favorite place in the city is Heiwadai Park with the building of the Tower of Peace in it. The entire coast of the prefecture is very picturesque: a blue ocean, fine sand, palm trees, mountains, and temples inscribed in nature.
WHAT DID YOU ENJOY THE MOST WHILE STAYING ABROAD?: Most of all, the politeness and decency of people, the level of development of railway transport, and the combination of progress and authenticity are striking.
DID YOU EXPERIENCE ANY CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE AND FUTURE PROSPECTS AFTER YOU START YOUR JOURNEY?: The Japanese demonstrate by their own example that in order to be successful you need to work hard.
WHAT IS YOUR DREAM?: I would like to learn Japanese, but it seems to me that it will remain a dream. I would really like my mother to be able to see this beautiful country. But I am not able to fulfill this dream to my great regret.
MESSAGE TO OUR FRIENDS WHO WILL GO TO JAPAN.: Create a plan. If you are going to a big city, be prepared for the fact that you will need a reservation one or two weeks in advance to visit any interesting place.