・お名前

What is your name?

 

GIM JAEHEUN(キム)

 

 

・出身地

Where are you from?

 

South Korea

 

 

・どうしてOTRでヘルパーをしようと思ったのですか？

Why did you decide to be a helper in OTARU TAP ROOM?

 

When I decided to go on a working holiday in Japan, I wanted to work at a guesthouse to experience meeting and interacting with many people. I also had a desire to visit Hokkaido at least once, and among the cities there, I chose to work at Otaru Tap Room because I felt Otaru was a peaceful and happy city. My Japanese skills are still limited, so I was also grateful for the opportunity to work there even without being fluent in Japanese!

 

 

 

・何ヶ国語を話せますか？

How many languages do you speak?

 

Korean, English(currently studying Japanese)

 

 

 

・空いた時間には何をしていましたか？

What did you do when you had free time?

 

I spent a lot of time exploring the area. Otaru is peaceful and quiet, yet it’s also a region with many places to visit, so I traveled to various spots. On my days off, I would sometimes take trips to other areas as well. Additionally, I dedicated time to my online work, which I’ve been doing remotely!

 

 

 

・小樽での思い出を聞かせてください

Please share your memories in Otaru.

 

Meeting a variety of people was definitely the most memorable part. I made some really good friends, and I have vivid memories of going to izakayas, hot springs, and Tengu Mountain together. Sharing our cultures, having conversations, and studying Japanese in this way was truly enjoyable! Also, although my last days were in early November, I was lucky enough to see snow, so I got to experience snowy views during my last two days. It was an incredibly happy experience.

・最後に一言

Say something in the end.

 

It was truly a happy and unforgettable month. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude once again to OTARU TAP ROOM and the staff and helpers I worked with for creating this opportunity. I hope to visit Otaru and Otaru Tap Room again someday. Thank you so much!!