Day in the Life of a Japanese Construction Worker

A Day in the Life of a Japanese Construction Worker in Tokyo Japan. This is typical work day in Japan for construction work who operates an Excavator construction vehicle. This is her work hours in Japan as well as her morning routine and after work schedule. Kaori operates various construction vehicles such as bulldozers and backhoes, but her speciality are Yumbos, AKA excavators the Japanese name dating back to the 1960’s when they were first produced and named as such. Ever since then, the name Yumbo has become synonymous with all excavators in Japan. And to operate these construction vehicles specialized licenses in Japan are required in addition to a large-sized vehicle driver’s license if driven on roads, in total Kaori had to test for 4 different licenses in order to do her job. It was only until Kaori’s late 20’s did she find interest in her career, working as an office cleaner, she noticed excavators from her office window dreaming how fun it would be to operate. One day on break, she ran into one of the vehicle operators, who she confessed her dream. The man laughingly told her to get a license. It was to his surprise when she came back some time later with that license in hand…shocked the man could do only one thing, help her get a job at his company.

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[kao.ksk]

Hi❤Thank you all for watching, I'm Kaori.
My son is not a recluse as people are commenting. He goes to school and hangs out with his friends like a normal boy. He's just in a little rebellious phase at home at the moment. I don’t think there is anything to worry about it.

[tylerbates]

Might be one of my favorites of all time Paolo. Much respect to her to be a heavy equipment operator/construction worker AS well as being a single mother with teenagers no less! Well done!

[DiamondFlame]

Kaori is so inspiring! A single hard working mom in a trade! She is so kind! I hope her son appreciates her kindness when he is older. I know those teenage years can be a hassle.

[Mamasparky]

As a female electrician, it is nice seeing other ladies out in the field. However, I will point out the obvious that it isn’t for everyone. Long hours, working in the elements, heavy tools and material to move, it is very strenuous job and you need to be in shape. Personally I enjoyed it very much and got along very well with the other guys in the field.

[mxp]

I still remember the lady contractor starting her own company. I would love to see more of her. It's terrific to see women doing the trades : )

[Raulc]

Me as a mexican whos been working at construction site 10 years with my dad . And i gotta say this is the most cleanest construction site i ever seen . Heck Even there machinery doesnt have a single rust or scratchesh lol

[vladansaracpv]

She's such a fighter. Not giving up as a single mom. So inspiring

[gotakazawa]

It's fantastic that Paolo has created a video focusing on women working in construction. Unfortunately, Japanese media rarely cover these topics, which makes this video particularly valuable. As a Japanese person, I would also like to commend Paolo for presenting the facts in such a fair and balanced way. Her goal was to enter a contest and achieve a good result, but Japan's top-level operators are so skilled that they can thread a fine needle using heavy machinery. In any case, I sincerely wish her every success.

[rg]

This woman is such an inspiration, raising 2 kids, she is a heavy operator, and wants to continue on this path with bigger companies!
I hope that she starts documenting her story because based on her personality and experience, it should be easily obtainable for her. She broke so many boundaries, looking on while cleaning and seeing a construction vehicle, and then just going crazy and getting many certifications, and she knows what she is doing!

[tracys]

She's so lovely. I can't believe she's closing on 40 already!! Looks like in her 20s to me. I love seeing women in trade and her story impresses me even more. You go Kaori!

[julesandhalo]

This has to be one of my faves Paolo, she is very inspiring, as a daughter of a single mum I have much respect for her, shes amazing, I hope someone reads the comments to this beautiful lady.

[margotk]

I have so much respect for this mom. My mom is a single mom too. When I was a teenager I just heat up frozen food usually.

The teenage kids should at least be able to help with preparing the food and do some easy chores before mom gets home.

[StephySketches]

For everyone worried about her son, it could just be that he’s just camera shy or in exam season and studying really hard. She just made an excuse to make it seem normal. Doesn’t necessarily mean he was being rude or ungrateful to her. I’d rather choose to believe the best of him, especially since most of us viewers are from different cultures seeing one day of his mother’s life. 😊

[Aikijou]

She's an icon. She's a legend. And she is the moment. Now come on now. But seriously, the way she wants to make things better for other female construction workers, and is actively taking steps to do so? Icon behavior. I wish her only success.

[Pipe]

Lots of respect for her, it's not easy to do that every day!

[JaytheP]

She’s a tough woman managing a tough job and being a single mom. Respect

[ch]

The calligraphy shocked my mind! Kaori is truly skilled, professional and talented! I also appreciate how she wanted to help more women get into this field! 💪

[ivanichianus]

That’s a strong woman right there, raising 2 kids as a single mom and working in construction.

I have to say though, her kids are way too old to not help out with at least washing the dishes before her mom comes back from a long day of work.

[BrianM]

Wow, Kaori is a remarkable woman! I hope her children appreciate her; she's truly working as hard as she can to provide for them. She seems like a really sweet person. I hope she gets everything she wants in life. 🙂

[TeaTimewithFrancis]

I just called my mom and told her how much I loved and appreciated her.