Yuta Koike is studying marketing at Canadian univesrity
Yuta Koike is studying marketing at Canadian univesrity Yuta Koike (attended KEC English School from age 4 to 15) I am currently studying at Simon Fraser University in Canada, focusing on marketing and strategic analysis. Last fall, I was given an internship at a local agricultural consulting firm, fulfilling a long-held dream of mine since I was 4 years old to “work abroad using English. What are your memories of KEC? My most memorable experience at KEC was participating in a speech contest. When I was in the fifth grade, I gave a speech titled “So Cool Japanese Comics,” which was based on my own personal experience. I was a
Keiya Nishioka works at the manufacturer.
Keiya Nishioka works at the manufacturer. Keiya Nishioka (attended KEC Asahi Kindergarten from 3 to 12 years old) I work for a manufacturer in Yokohama. I belong to the overseas sales department and come into contact with English every day. What are your memories of attending KEC? I was under the care of Ms.Mori from kindergarten through elementary school until graduation. Because I was exposed to English through games and rhythm, I naturally learned English, and I never had any difficulties learning English in middle school, high school, and college. I also think that it was the period that determined the direction of my life afterwards. Another thing and this
Hitomi Sato became an English teacher and works as a researcher.
Hitomi Sato became an English teacher and works as a researcher. Hitomi Sato (Attended KEC English School Kozoji Kindergarten from age 5 to 12) I teach English at a junior high school in Nagoya. I graduated from university in the spring and managed to successfully enter the workforce. What are your memories of attending KEC? I was a student of Mr. Matoma’s at KEC from the age of 5 to 12. I remember I enjoyed playing karuta and bingo games at every lesson, and it was also exciting to meet a native-speaking teacher who came every two weeks. What does “English” mean to you? For me, English is a tool
Shota Mizuno works at the industrial company.
Shota Mizuno works at the industrial company. Shota Mizuno (Attended Kozoji Kindergarten Class from Grade 1 to 1st year of junior high school) I am studying business administration and innovation management in the Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Commerce, Hitotsubashi University. I am also a member of a university band club and spend my days immersed in music. From April 2014, I plan to work for a chemical manufacturer. What are your memories of attending KEC? I remember most that we enjoyed playing games and other activities. I don’t really feel that we were learning English; it was more like an extension of play. I also remember talking with
Nagisa Kurihara works at the trading company.
Nagisa Kurihara works at the trading company. Nagisa Kurihara (Attended KEC English School Kozoji Kindergarten from age 5 to 12) Since April 2014, I have been working as a sales assistant for a foreign trading company. I communicate with the head office in Germany by phone and email using English, which is the common language, and I am sometimes entrusted with Japanese translation. I also serve as an interpreter when customers from overseas visit the company. There are still many things I am not used to, but with the help of the employees around me, I am enjoying my work every day. What are your memories of KEC? When I
Yasutaka Sawada works at the manufacture and industrial company.
Yasutaka Sawada works at the manufacture and industrial company. Yasutaka Sawada (attended Kozoji Kindergarten from middle school to 6th grade) Right now, I am working in the overseas sales department of a manufacturer, acting as a sort of bridge between the head office and the overseas branches. It’s a bit of a blur, but my job is to share the head office’s ideas with the overseas branches, and to compile information gathered by the sales departments of the overseas branches to facilitate the head office’s decisions. There are frequent phone calls, e-mails, and meetings with business travelers. I would like to travel overseas someday myself…. What are your memories of
Shinnnosuke Kawai works at the cosmetic company as a researcher.
Shinnnosuke Kawai works at the cosmetic company as a researcher. Shinnosuke Kawai (Attended Kozoji Kindergarten from middle school to 6th grade) I am studying and researching in the field of organic chemistry at the Graduate School of Engineering, Gifu University. While earning a living by working part-time, I look forward to going out to play and have dinner with friends and colleagues on my occasional days off. I am busy with conference presentations and my master’s thesis, but I am very satisfied with my life. What are your memories of KEC? The time I spent at KEC remains in my mind as a very enjoyable and happy time. I was
Hiromich Hayashi works on road maintenance as a public servant.
Hiromich Hayashi works on road maintenance as a public servant. Hiromich Hayashi (Attended Kozoji Kindergarten from middle school to 6th grade) I work as a public servant. I work on road maintenance, planning new roads to be built, and coordinating with related organizations. Even now, six months after I started working here, I still have a hard time because my job is all new to me, but I am determined to tackle everything without fear. What are your memories of attending KEC? As for my memories of KEC, I feel that it was a fun place to learn English. In fact, when I was attending, I felt like I was
Yuzuki Dobashi is a cabin attendant on a domestic airline flight.
Yuzuki Dobashi is a cabin attendant on a domestic airline flight. Yuzuki Dobashi (Infant to 5th grade elementary school student) I have been working as a cabin attendant on domestic flights since April 2018. As a service staff member, I am working hard to provide hospitality to customers with a smile, and as a security staff member, I am working hard to protect customers during training in case of an emergency situation. What are your memories at KEC? I was under the care of Ms. Hiramatsu at KEC from nursery school to the 5th grade of elementary school. I was a quiet second grader who could not even get ready
Masumi Isarai is a teacher at elementry school.
Masumi Isarai is a teacher at elementry school. Masumi Isarai (attended from kindergarten to senior year of high school) I am currently studying to become a teacher at Aichi University of Education. I am also involved in many volunteering activities to broaden my horizons while interacting with children. I am also considering and planning to study abroad. What are your memories at KEC? I went there for 15 years and I have so many memories, making it difficult to write down. I am very grateful to all the teachers who helped me along the way. I secretly wish I could see them again. I remember well being the student who
