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“Blessing House” – Settling and surviving in Japan

First Japanese Entry Permit, First Japanese Guest House Permit

By Igawa Fukuko

After entering Japan, our family faced continuous hardship for one or two years.
Our family escaped from North Korea and were given entry into Japan in 2000 with absolutely no money or skills. We were anxious about what kind of life was waiting for us from here on. In any case, we felt at least secure that we probably would not starve to death.