An event that marked my transition from childhood to adulthood -- Kana Ito

When I was a 1st grade of high school student, I started to work at a cake shop. At this age, I had been wanting money which I could use freely. Before I started the part-time job, I always got 5000 yen from my parents every month. However, it was not enough for me. I asked my parents to give me more money, but they did not. That is why I started the job. I was worried about getting a part-time job because none of my friends started part-time jobs and it was my first time to work. In addition to this, teachers and my parents always told me a student’s main purpose is studying, so I had a concern which I could do both studing and working. At first, working was too tough for me, but I always took care to be patient. It is because I thought if time passed, I could get used to the job and new life style. There was a number of technical works which was difficult, but I just tried, worked many times there, and waited for time pass. After that, I could accept the change and new job, and then adjust my new life. When I got wages for the first time, I really felt independence. Making money by working by myself was really hard, but making money could feel I was an adult or a member of society. A few months later, my parents stopped giving me spending money. That is because I got wages. It has been almost 5 years since I started at a cake shop, but I still work there and I am proud of my job. I can learn about ways to use money and society from working. I am glad to chose this job and experiences. I would like to continue until I graduate an university.

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  1. Yugo KonnoJuly 6, 2022 at 4:46 PM

    I also felt stressed when I started part-time job for the first time, and I quit the job soon, so I really respect you.

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 6, 2022 at 10:49 PM

      Thank you, Yugo. I also felt stressed at first, but now I really enjoy my job!

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  2. TAMONJuly 6, 2022 at 4:51 PM

    It was surprised for me that you had started to work since you were high school student. I know you faced a lot of difficulties in the part time job.

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 6, 2022 at 10:54 PM

      Thank you, Tamon! It was hard for me to do job when I was a high school student, but this job really fit me now!

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  3. Ayano YoshiikeJuly 6, 2022 at 4:52 PM

    I also felt stressed when I started my part time job so I felt for you.

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 6, 2022 at 10:54 PM

      A number of people think about same things when they get a job!!

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  4. Mashiro YamashitaJuly 6, 2022 at 4:55 PM

    Your picture is lovely! Starting new thing is stressed, but it is good to still continue today. I want to go your cake shop someday.

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 6, 2022 at 10:57 PM

      Thank you, Mashiro! Come and see me when you come to my hometown.

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  5. David WoodfieldJuly 6, 2022 at 7:10 PM

    Work does indeed teach one responsibility and provide one independence, you are right there. I remember taking pride in the after school job I had as a primary school student. I used to deliver newspapers 6 afternoons a week. I had to work rain or shine, so I learnt that it isn't always easy to make a living, and that was an important lesson for me. David :-)

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 7, 2022 at 12:36 AM

      Thank you for your nice comment, David. Your job looks really hard but it made your independence and responsibility. I also learn how hard to make money.

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  6. Mayuko NakamuraJuly 6, 2022 at 8:24 PM

    Thank you for telling your experience. Working is hard, but you said that it makes feel independent so I like working!

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 7, 2022 at 12:37 AM

      Thank you, Mayuko. I am happy to hear that you like working too!

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  7. Usa YamagamiJuly 6, 2022 at 9:23 PM

    Hi, Kana. Thank you for your essay. You are amazing that getting a part-time job at such young age. I also think getting a job makes us strong!

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    1. Kana ItoJuly 7, 2022 at 12:37 AM

      Thank you, Usa. I think working tells us a lot of things.

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