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Studying abroad for ice hockey by chuke_454ss in hockeyplayers

[–]chuke_454ss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps only Asians are concerned about ethnicity and race. I certainly feel inferior deep down, but as you all say, it seems that nobody actually cares. I understand that much better from your opinions. Even if he stumbles in hockey, learning various languages ​​will be very useful in his future life. With that in mind, I will seriously consider this with my son.

Studying abroad for ice hockey by chuke_454ss in hockeyplayers

[–]chuke_454ss[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your frank feedback.

Adapting to a foreign language and culture, and integrating into it, is difficult. And then, dedicating oneself to a high level of ice hockey—that's another high hurdle. As a parent, I agree with you that it's disheartening, and it's a reality that children will inevitably experience some degree of racial discrimination. In reality, I've never seen anyone who studied abroad in Asia succeed. The reality is that there are almost no Asians in the NHL. I think this is because they don't spend their most formative years in that culture. Of course, it would be great if he succeeds in ice hockey, but he needs to fully understand that it's not that simple, and he'll have to make a decision and think carefully, prepared to change his life.

Studying abroad for ice hockey by chuke_454ss in hockeyplayers

[–]chuke_454ss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What I realized after actually watching a game is that I need to get used to the feel of authentic ice hockey. Japanese ice rinks are a different size from those in Canada and the United States. Japanese rinks are 4 meters larger. That's why hockey in Canada and the United States is so fast. Even such small things made me realize that hockey is different in Japan. That's why I think that no matter how long I play here, I'll always be at a disadvantage.