finalists

“There’s nothing more enticing than traveling to distant lands, meeting new people and exchanging a piece of my life with them. It makes one immortal!” – John, Yuujou finalist

“[Yuujou] will be a really good challenge for me to see what my capabilities are, find my strength and make friends all over the world.” – Paula, Yuujou finalist

“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

“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

“I love meeting new people and feel everyone has a story to tell and one that only they can tell, you just have to ask the right questions.” – Joey, Yuujou finalist