An ally of Paraguay in Japan: The story of Yoko Fujikake - .::Agencia IP::.

Japan, Agencia IP.- In an exclusive interview, Dr. Yoko Fujikake, Dean of the College of Urban Science at Yokohama National University, expressed her excitement about the celebration of Paraguay’s National Day in Osaka and reflected on her deep and sustained efforts toward the development of Paraguayan communities. Fujikake holds a PhD in Anthropology and Development […]

Japan, Agencia IP.- In an exclusive interview, Dr. Yoko Fujikake, Dean of the College of Urban Science at Yokohama National University, expressed her excitement about the celebration of Paraguay’s National Day in Osaka and reflected on her deep and sustained efforts toward the development of Paraguayan communities.

Fujikake holds a PhD in Anthropology and Development and has been a renowned academic actively working in Paraguay for over 30 years. In addition to her work with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), she is also the President of the Mita’i—Mitakuña’i Foundation.

Among her most significant contributions, she highlighted the construction of four schools in Coronel Oviedo and San Juan cities.

During the interview, Dr. Fujikake shared her joy at the large public turnout at the event: «I am thrilled and excited because today is the day to celebrate Paraguay’s National Day, and so many people are coming. Even people who didn’t know about Paraguay are approaching with great interest.»