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| Famous Sakura of Japan (Photo Courtesy: Ariel B. Otud) |
Advanced technology and inventions,
unique culture, mouth-watering food and famous Sakura, these are some of the things the often reminds us about
Japan.
But about two (2) years ago when
Japan was distraught by three calamities --- earthquake, tsunami and nuclear
power plant failure way back March 11, 2011 that totally struck the whole
humanity because of the its terrible effect that ruined the lives of the
Japanese people.
FUKUSHIMA: AT PRESENT
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| Phil. Delegate, B3G3 at the Daikura Ski Resort (Photo Courtesy: Dana Marie Perez) |
As fast as a
fire when that Fuhyo Higai (harmful
rumors) immediately scattered around the world
because of the nuclear radiation outbreak that fully affected the people of
Fukushima. As a result, the economy and tourism industry dwindled. Not only
that, it is also very dismaying to hear that some of their fellow Japanese
discriminates those who are affected because they might acquire to the said
contamination.
When my
family, relatives and friends heard that I’m going to Japan, they’ve told me
“Isn’t its unsafe going there in Japan because of the nuclear radiation?” And I responded them “I strongly believe that
the Japanese and Philippine Government will not send us there if the place is
risky, right?”
NOTHING TO BE WORRIED
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| B3G3 at the historic Tsuruga-jo Castle (Photo Courtesy: Dana Marie Perez) |
I also feel being bothered about the
real situation of the place because we might be infected with nuclear radiation
around. But as we go on our way to Fukushima, all doubts and uncertainties was
detached to me for the reason that I’ve seen that Fukushima is safe and all
right.
The Japanese government’s effort is
very laudable for they’re doing the best for the prefecture as well as the
country’s revitalization of its economical and physical aspect from the recent
disaster.
An example that I was able to learn
that there is national law mandating every building in Japan to have an earthquake detector that will monitor
the land’s condition if there is an arriving quake or not. Also, in every strategic area around you can
find a nuclear radiation device/gadget/machine installed everywhere that detects
the level of radiation around. In fact, we’ve visited different places like the
Hisawa Junior High School, strawberry farms, the Tsuruga castle and many more. The
government is stricter than the Codex Alemantarius Commission and European
Union in the full implementation and conduct of radiation detection of the food
for the safety of the consumers.
PEOPLE AND THEIR VALUE
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| Me (Carl), Robert, Jr. & Ariel with our humble and loving host family Yuda Family (Photo Courtesy: Ariel B. Otud) |
The ten days
stay in Japan is too short for us to learn more about the Japanese culture.
But, definitely we’ve learned a lot about their culture. Such is the value of
punctuality that I’ve witnessed from them. They practice also the value of
cleanliness to their surroundings showing their love to the environment. Like
Filipinos, they are also hospitable and in fact they warmly welcome us.
One of my
treasured moments was staying in my host family - - the Yuda family. At first, we felt so nervous with my groupmates
because it’s so difficult for us to speak as well as to understand the Japanese
language. Yet, we were able to manage to understand each other because of
translation book given to us. We were so very grateful to them because they’re
so kind, caring and humble like we were members of their family because of the heartwarming
attention that they gave to us.
I also
salute them most especially to those people who were greatly affected by the
disaster that were forced to evacuate is that they have the strength and
courage to stand firm despite their
difficult situation. But still and after all, they still portray the value of
unity and cooperation with each other.
Indeed, the
Japanese people are an epitome of sheer determination and audacity to
humankind.
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| Carl Vincent Dalayat Quitoriano Student/Junior/Youth Ambassador to Japan (Kizuna [Bond] Project) next President of the Republic of the Phil. |
As an active
student leader, concerned and civic minded citizen, I can contribute in my own
humble ways through helping the people in restoring their and confidence in the
government. I will cooperate and work hand-in-hand with my fellow Kizuna youth ambassadors in the
formulating a dynamic and comprehensive policies and plans that will benefit many.
Also, I will be an advocate of value reengineering, wide ranging and reliable
information dissemination about the true condition and situation of Fukushima prefecture
as well as the nation’s environmental trailblazer who will safeguard the
ecosystems equilibrium.
Getting
back, my coming to Japan does not end with me and the exchange itself. I am
therefore to represent the many and go back to profit the many with an accurate
information and others. I can apply the lessons I have learned through a
substantive re-echoing activity in school through an effective communication tools
such as fora, lectures, sessions, public campaign, photo exhibits and many
other landmark communication tools telling that Fukushima is very safe and
okay. That nothing is to be panicking and worrying about. From there, I am
willing to help and apply all the concepts to my fellow students and
constituents who will emerge as future leaders that will ignite change to the negative
perception about Fukushima. Through this, we are able to realize the attainment
of one common dream and vision to help Fukushima to revitalize its image to
world attention in order for us to establish the “unity and progress.”
Long live
Fukshima!
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