Despite living 60 miles away from the Far East Lounge (FEL), Shoko has been making the trek twice a week for nearly three years. A cheerful spirit who enjoys singing karaoke in her spare time, Shoko described the FEL as “very precious and fun.”

Shoko participates in Mahjong, morning café, and computer, massage, and English classes. In addition to the good times she enjoys at FEL, Shoko also cites practical benefits. Once she had a sick family member and received helpful advice from her friends at FEL.

For those reasons, Shoko feels the long drive to FEL is well worth it.