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Since we have accepted them, who have come to Japan risking their lives,
I will take care of you until the very end.
2023.02.01
Kurosawa Kogyo Co., Ltd. in Ibaraki Prefecture began accepting foreign workers in 2015 and currently employs many Vietnamese nationals. Here are the voices of Mr. Kurosawa, the company's representative, and five Vietnamese employees. (Interview conducted September 29, 2022)
Company Profile
| Location: | 2891-1 Yasui, Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture |
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| Business details: | Ductwork installation / Air conditioning installation / Industrial air conditioning installation / Sheet metal fabrication / Metal fabrication, etc. |
| Number of employees: | 52 people |
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Acceptance status
Specified Skills: 5 people Technical Intern Training: 9 people (All Vietnamese) |
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| Website: | https://www.kurosawa-ind.co.jp |
| Initial setup: |
Accommodation provided (with Wi-Fi), moped provided upon request (license acquisition is at the employee's own expense), etc. |
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- Specified Skills (monthly basic salary)
Approximately 210,000 to 280,000 yen
* Salary increases based on skill level and proficiency. - Technical Intern Training (Monthly Basic Salary)
Approximately 170,000 to 200,000 yen
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Representative Director
Katsuyuki Kurosawa
What were the reasons for deciding to accept them?
Our company relies heavily on manpower. We had no hesitation in hiring foreigners as an option to increase our young workforce. However, at that time, many construction companies were still hesitant to accept foreign workers. In that respect, I believe we were a pioneer in the Kanto region, being one of the first to decide to accept them.
What were the benefits of accepting it?
They came to Japan without knowing anything about Japanese culture or language, yet they are working with high motivation. Their example is excellent for our Japanese employees, and I think they have been very inspired by them. Also, many Vietnamese people have cheerful personalities, which has made the office a brighter place to be.
What measures or precautions do you take after accepting them?
In the sense that we are taking responsibility for their lives, I believe it is extremely important to offer support and advice so that they can work with as much peace of mind as possible. When we first started accepting them, we asked an acquaintance who was an interpreter to help with their daily lives for about a year. Since then, we have maintained very close communication, including assigning support roles within the company.
Please send a message to companies planning to implement this system.
There are two things I'd like to tell you. First, accepting foreigners isn't as difficult as you might think. This is based on my own experience of actually accepting foreigners. Second, since you're not employing Japanese people, you'll need to take responsibility for each of their lives. If you nurture them carefully, they will surely become a valuable asset to you.
Voices from those working on-site
We spoke with HAN, NGUYEN, THANH, KHAI, and HA all from Vietnam working in Japan as Specified Skilled Worker (i), about their work, life, and workplace environment in Japan.
HAN
I want to share the wonderful aspects of Japan with my family someday!
HAN who decided to come to Japan after his mother encouraged him to, dreams of becoming Specified Skilled Worker (ⅱ) and bringing his family to Japan. "If it's summer, I'd like to take them to the Japanese sea. If it's winter, a hot spring would be nice."
NGUYEN
My goal is to acquire a marketable skill in Japan and then start my own business in my home country.
Although he had been accepted into an agricultural university, an outbreak of livestock disease made him feel uneasy about his future career, leading him to decide to come to Japan. "My goal is to acquire solid skills in Japan and then start my own business in Vietnam."
THANH
I decided to work in Japan because I wanted to experience its many attractions!
"I had heard that Japan has many places with beautiful scenery and many kind people, so I was really looking forward to coming here." What was it actually like? "My colleagues at work are always so helpful," she replied with a smile.
KHAI
My dream is to live in the countryside of Vietnam!
KHAI came to Japan attracted by the potential income. The biggest event in Japan for him was finding his girlfriend. "I want to marry her once I save a little more money. My dream is to live a stable life in the countryside of my home country."
HA
My greatest joy is traveling all over the country for work!
One of the things she enjoys about her job is being able to travel to various parts of Japan, and one particularly memorable experience was seeing Mount Fuji from a work site in Yamanashi Prefecture. "I was amazed by its beauty and size." She loves fruit, and apparently the apples from Chiba Prefecture were exceptional.
