I couldn't be happier here in Fukushima

Name: Sarah Chaney Nationality:  USA Location Visited: Aizu-Wakamatsu City

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I am working my way through a second year in Fukushima, and I couldn’t be happier. I have lived in Sapporo and Hiroshima, in addition to traveling all over Japan. However, Fukushima is one of the most beautiful places I have visited so far, in addition to offering a variety of unique festivals. The people here are welcoming and friendly. They are very upbeat, always looking toward the future and how to make things better.  Many of my high school students were among those evacuated from the earthquake and nuclear radiation struck area, but I have never once heard them complain. They have made new friends and are looking toward a brighter future. I am very encouraged to work alongside these students, and I hope that you will also take a chance to learn a little bit more about a beautiful area with a long history and kind people.