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I participated in the Korea Study Tour from October 31st to November 3rd, 2009 as an interpreter, and had a wide range of experiences.
The image of Korea with its migrant problem was new and different from the Korea I had known up until then. Migrant people seem to have established a life base in Korea and their roots seem to have sunk deep into Korean society. However, I also confirmed the existence of various factors that do not allow migrant people to live a happy life in Korea, such as the political situation in Korea and the prejudices of ordinary citizens. I was surprised to learn that there are organizations in Korea that support migrant people who are suffering like this, and I felt ashamed of myself for being so indifferent to the situation of migrants in Korea. The current situation in Korea is difficult for migrants and support organizations, but from their activities and the many smiles I saw there, I saw hope for solving Korea's migrant problem in the future.
Through APFS and this study tour, I was able to learn many things that I would not have been able to know when I was in Korea. I sincerely hope that this tour will be a big step forward in cooperation between Japan and Korea to make both countries into countries where foreign immigrants can live happy lives.