In a special episode of the I'Mc Center Podcast, I'Mc Center friends are invited to explore the fascinating experiences of a Japanese professor who has lived in Indonesia for a year. The special guest speaker in this episode is Prof. Eishi Hirose, Ph.D., Lit., who has taught at various universities in Indonesia. The host, Prof. Dr. Djodjok Soepardjo, M.Litt., guides the informative conversation and reveals various interesting perspectives on life and culture in Indonesia.
Prof. Hirose, an expert in Japanese literature who has spent most of his career at prestigious Japanese universities, decided to take on the challenge of living in Indonesia. During a podcast interview, Professor Hirose shared his remarkable personal experiences living in Indonesia.
"I've found Indonesians to be patient. I've noticed that Indonesians won't take an item, even if it's marked with a discount, unless they're asked to do so. That was a unique experience for me," said Prof. Hirose.
Prof. Djodjok highlighted the importance of international cultural and educational exchange. He also asked about the challenges Prof. Hirose faced during his stay in Indonesia.
Professor Hirose sincerely replied, "Indonesian was a big challenge for me, but I was very impressed by the friendliness and patience of the Indonesian people in helping me learn. It was a wonderful experience, and I hope to continue contributing to the cultural relationship between Japan and Indonesia."
For those interested in listening to the full conversation between Prof. Hirose and Prof. Djodjok Soepardjo, this episode is available on the I'Mc Center Podcast YouTube channel. Don't miss this opportunity to listen to this inspiring story and broaden your understanding of Indonesia's cultural diversity.
