① My first impressions
I learned new things and emotions thought my first volunteer activity. Actually, I became very sad because I felt the life of the elderly and I thought about getting old. And I understood the importance of smiling in there. I learned new things and emotions.
② Learning on the job
Through volunteer activities, I learned about the differences between volunteer work style and regular work stly in Japan and Canada.
About difference from volunteer work style in Japan and Canada. In Japan, volunteer work style is so hard and things that help people directly. However, In Canada, it wasn’t hard and help people indirectly. Also, it is strong to associate with the local community. I prefer the volunteer work style in Japan to Canada.
About difference from work style in Japan and Canada. In Japan, they always work hard. However, in Canada, everyone has private time enough and enjoy working. I prefer the work-life balance in Canada than Japan.
This experience was interesting and useful for me.
③ A fun activity with clients
My most fun activitiy with clients was final day. There was a demonsttation in Japna. I played the French horn for elderly people and performed four songs. “Let it be” “Merry-Go-Round of Life” “Furusato” “Country load, take me home” They enjoyed the music and hummed akong which made me happy. We also tried to make sweet potatoes, but we boiled them too much. However, it was nice memory for me. The employees prepared quizzes and some videos about Japan. I was interested to see the elderly people sharing my culture. I realized that what is common knowledge in Japan is not always know in Canada.