A survey of Ukrainians in Japan who fled Russia's invasion of their country has found that a majority of those currently unemployed are seeking jobs.
The Nippon Foundation conducted the online survey between November 28 and December 12. It received responses from 750 Ukrainians aged 18 and over.
About 39 percent of respondents said they were employed, while about 61 percent said they were unemployed. Nearly 60 percent of those out of work said they were looking for jobs.
About 41 percent of respondents said they want to stay in Japan until the situation in Ukraine subsides, while about 25 percent said they want to stay in Japan for as long as possible.
Only 2.3 percent said they want to return to Ukraine as soon as possible.
The survey asked respondents which areas they need support. Nearly 60 percent cited leisure and sightseeing, while about 39 percent said job placement and vocational training.
The Nippon Foundation says it believes some Ukrainians are struggling to find work due to the language barrier. The organization has been supporting Ukrainian evacuees in Japan.
The Immigration Services Agency of Japan says that as of December 7, a total of 2,179 Ukrainians had fled to Japan.
The Nippon Foundation conducted the online survey between November 28 and December 12. It received responses from 750 Ukrainians aged 18 and over.
About 39 percent of respondents said they were employed, while about 61 percent said they were unemployed. Nearly 60 percent of those out of work said they were looking for jobs.
About 41 percent of respondents said they want to stay in Japan until the situation in Ukraine subsides, while about 25 percent said they want to stay in Japan for as long as possible.
Only 2.3 percent said they want to return to Ukraine as soon as possible.
The survey asked respondents which areas they need support. Nearly 60 percent cited leisure and sightseeing, while about 39 percent said job placement and vocational training.
The Nippon Foundation says it believes some Ukrainians are struggling to find work due to the language barrier. The organization has been supporting Ukrainian evacuees in Japan.
The Immigration Services Agency of Japan says that as of December 7, a total of 2,179 Ukrainians had fled to Japan.
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A survey by The Nippon Foundation reveals that a majority of Ukrainian refugees in Japan who fled Russia's invasion are unemployed and seeking work. The online poll, conducted between November 28 and December 12, garnered responses from 750 respondents aged 18 and over. About 61% stated
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20221216_03/
Date: Dec. 16, 2022
Created: 2022/12/16 07:26
Updated: 2025/12/09 10:20
Last Read: 2022/12/16 07:44