Mr Nakamori Katsuyuki has lived in Da Nang for over 8 years, and he is now a Japanese teacher at the city’s Sakura Japanese Centre.   Learners at the centre always show their high respect for him because he has acted as a bridge in promoting cultural exchange activities between Vietnamese and Japanese students.

The Japanese man said that he had lived a short time in Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City before settling down in Da Nang.  Like Tokyo, the bustle and quick life tempo in Viet Nam’s two large cities was not suitable for him because he likes a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.  For this reason, he decided to live in Da Nang to enjoy the beautiful landscape and healthy environment.  In addition, he is very impressed by the enthusiasm, friendliness and good-hearted nature of the local residents.  He added that he enjoys the local cuisine.  Like in Japan, rice is an indispensable dish in every meal.  Amongst the local foods, “nem lui” (grilled meat roll) and “banh xeo” (steamed rice flour pancakes) are his favourite dishes.

Mr Nakamori Katsuyuki

Mr Nakamori has confidently integrated into the local community.  In the afternoon, he usually walks on the local shady streets or enjoys some delicious seafood dishes with his friends at local seaside restaurants.

For him, his decision to become a Japanese language teacher aims to help studious Vietnamese students who have a strong desire for making significant contributions to the country’s progress in the future.  He spent two years learning professional teaching skills in his hometown before coming to Viet Nam.  Over the past 8 years, he has taught Japanese to over 1,000 local students.

Apart from his teaching activities, Mr Nakamori is now the manager of the city’s largest ever Japanese tea ceremony club.  Moreover, he is getting actively involved in Viet Nam-Japan cultural exchange events in the city.  This will help to further deepen the bilateral ties and friendship between the two countries.