【 Siswa LPK LivCo Wawancara untuk Visa Tokutei Ginou】Bidang Perawat Lansia (Kaigo)

Summary

Soni Luy Hedrawan, a 23-year-old from Indonesia, introduces herself in a Japanese interview, highlighting her background as a former elementary school teacher and freelance photographer. Although she has no prior caregiving experience, she is motivated by a desire to help others, inspired by assisting her hospitalized mother. She expresses a strong interest in Japanese language and culture, diligently studying Japanese for six months to improve her skills. Soni enjoys spending her free time with friends and family or capturing photographs while walking. She emphasizes her perseverance and emotional control, demonstrating a determined and compassionate personality ready to embrace caregiving work in Japan.

Takeaways

• 😀 The interviewee, Sony Luis Hedrawan, is 23 years old and from Indonesia.
• 😀 Sony has experience working as an elementary school teacher and a freelance photographer.
• 😀 Sony has not worked in caregiving before but is committed to giving their best effort.
• 😀 Sony wants to work in caregiving because they enjoy feeling helpful and supporting others, inspired by caring for their mother during hospitalization.
• 😀 Sony wants to work in Japan for two main reasons: interest in learning the Japanese language and appreciation for Japanese culture.
• 😀 Sony finds Japanese difficult but has dedicated 6 months of studying around 13 hours daily to prepare for working in Japan.
• 😀 In their free time, Sony enjoys spending time with friends and family and taking photographs while walking.
• 😀 Sony describes themselves as patient and able to control their emotions well, even in challenging situations.
• 😀 A significant motivating experience for Sony was supporting their mother financially and emotionally despite low income and criticism from others.
• 😀 Sony demonstrates determination, resilience, and a proactive attitude toward learning and adapting to new challenges.

Q & A

Can you introduce yourself briefly?

My name is Sonie Loui Hedrawan, often called Sony. I am 23 years old and from Indonesia. My hobbies include photography, and I have worked as a primary school teacher and a freelance photographer. Although I have no prior experience in caregiving, I am committed to giving my best.

Why do you want to work in caregiving?

I want to work in caregiving because I feel fulfilled when I can help others. For example, when my mother was hospitalized after surgery and could not bathe, I assisted her. This experience made me realize how rewarding it is to support someone’s daily life.

Why are you interested in working in Japan?

I have two main reasons. First, I am interested in the Japanese language and find its pronunciation beautiful, so I want to continue learning it. Second, I enjoy Japanese culture, including seasonal festivals, and want to experience them directly.

Do you find Japanese difficult to learn?

Yes, it was difficult at first because Japanese is very different from my native language. However, I studied about 13 hours every day for six months to prepare for working in Japan, and now I can communicate at a conversational level.

How do you spend your free time?

On my days off, I usually spend time with friends or call my family. Additionally, I enjoy taking photos, so I often go for walks while photographing interesting scenes.

What is your greatest strength?

My greatest strength is patience and self-control. For instance, when my mother became ill, I could not provide much financial support, and others discouraged me. Despite that, I worked hard for a year to help her.

Have you had any caregiving experience before?

I have not had formal caregiving experience in a professional setting, but I have personal experience helping my mother with her needs during her hospitalization.

What motivates you to continue learning Japanese?

I am motivated by my interest in the language and the desire to live and work in Japan. I also want to communicate effectively with people and immerse myself in Japanese culture.

How do you handle challenges or setbacks?

I try to stay focused and patient. For example, when people discouraged me about my low salary after graduating, I did not give up and continued working hard for my family. I believe this resilience helps me face challenges.

What aspects of Japanese culture do you enjoy the most?

I enjoy the festivals that happen during spring and summer in Japan. I want to experience them firsthand and learn more about cultural traditions and celebrations.