While the general premise of Chichi no hi, or Father’s Day, is not much different from that in other countries, the experience of fatherhood here – especially for fathers who come from abroad – is special. And with the holidays quickly approaching, it’s probably best not to wait until the last minute to grab some yellow roses, a box of candy, or sake for your old man.
Whether you have a father or father figure you want to honor — or you’re one yourself — what dads told The Japan Times about their experiences and approaches to parenting may explain why these boys get a day all their own.
When Chris Knoepfler, 37 and originally from Minnesota, isn’t researching English education at Hokkaido Education University’s Kushiro campus, you’ll find him walking the quiet side streets of Kushiro watching his 18-month-old daughter, Julie , which the world.
