“The Yuujou journey presents an opportunity to individuals to make a difference in someone else’s life by taking an interest in their culture, heritage and tradition.” – Nyiko, Yuujou finalist

“It’s a beautiful thing that you guys have going, trying to get people from all over the world to come together and travel and build friendship.” – Jed, Yuujou finalist

“I can go everywhere. I can go anywhere. I can eat anything. I can meet anybody.” – Panos, Yuujou finalist

“Telling stories is my passion.” – Renata, Yuujou finalist

“I want to go on the Yuujou journey and show the world that we can all experience [friendship] if we just take a chance on a stranger.” – Daphne, Yuujou finalist