Overcoming hardships in life build character. Today’s guest Javier Watanabe was born and raised in Lima, Peru, where conditions were challenging throughout his childhood. He pursued soccer with a passion until he left for the US at age 16. When his sister, who worked in the Peruvian Embassy, urged him to come to Japan, it was easy. Javier took up Shodokan karate embracing its discipline and deep respect for the Japanese culture. Thirty years later, Javier runs several businesses in Tokyo and plans to expand into other countries. His father instilled strong values - Javier recognizes that the essential things in life are family and the quality of life.