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"It's your turn next."
I will keep those words in mind as I aim to become a foreman.
2026.07.31
Working abroad is a major challenge in life. What experiences have Specified Skilled Worker gone through to get to where they are today? What dreams do they have for the future? We introduce the careers of these challengers.
NicknameTOI(30 years old)
Specified Skills start date: January 12, 2023
Length of stay: 10th year
Origin: Vietnam
Interview conducted on June 28, 2026
With meticulous work as our strength, we are coming to Japan.
I was born and raised on a rice farm in central Vietnam, and after graduating from high school, I served two years in the military. Afterwards, I decided to work in Japan because I had the impression that it was a country where many people are serious about both work and life, and I studied Japanese and construction skills for six months.
I came to Japan in November 2016 and joined YOSHIMI CORPORATION the following month. I experienced snow and earthquakes for the first time.
The joy of the first day when construction was completed.
At first, I learned the job little by little, starting with tasks I could do, such as carrying materials, cleaning, and tidying up. Whenever I didn't understand something, I would ask the foreman and my senior Vietnamese colleagues questions repeatedly, and they would patiently explain things to me until I understood. When I was able to build a structure on my own for the first time, I felt like I was able to work just like everyone else, and I was truly happy.
Being able to read blueprints made my job more interesting.
As I was given more responsibilities to handle independently, I became able to work while referring to blueprints. Being able to read blueprints allowed me to think for myself about what I needed to do next. As my capabilities increased, I began to find more enjoyment in my work.
From being taught to teaching
After returning to Japan temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I came back again under Designated Activities, and I had more opportunities to teach my juniors. Just as my seniors had done for me, I made it a point to teach my juniors kindly, repeating the process as many times as needed until they understood.
"Writing it over and over again" is my study method.
I repeatedly read the study materials provided by my company in preparation for the Level 2 Formwork Installation Grade 2 of the National Trade Skill Test & Certification and Specified Skilled Worker (i) certification exam. I used ChatGPT and YouTube to take notes on what I learned, and memorized the entire book. As a result, I passed both certification exams on my first try.
I obtained three qualifications in one year.
That year, I passed the difficult Level 1 Formwork Installation Grade 1 of the National Trade Skill Test & Certification, followed by Specified Skilled Worker (ⅱ). I continued studying by reviewing the study materials and writing things down repeatedly, just as I had done before, and I was able to pass on my first try. I also obtained my regular driver's license that same year. I feel like all the hard work I had put in had finally paid off.
I passed Specified Skilled Worker (ⅱ) examination.
Next, it's my turn to take charge of the site.
Currently, I'm in a position to teach more than 15 Vietnamese juniors, as well as some Japanese people. Encouraged by my foreman's words, "Next, it's your turn to lead the site," I'm aiming to become a foreman myself. Another goal is to bring my family to Japan and live together. I will continue to grow while valuing both my work and my family.
A message from senior employee Nagano
TOI is incredibly diligent when it comes to his work. He never leaves anything he doesn't understand unresolved, and once he learns something, he makes sure to master it. His greatest strength is his ability to consistently put in the effort. He is also kind to those around him and is highly trusted by his juniors. We hope that he will further hone his Japanese language skills and become the first Vietnamese foreman to be entrusted with managing the site.
