it's smart too- there are many people who simply don't report it when they get sick. I bet people are more motivated to report their illness when they know they're getting a care package out of it, which makes for much more accurate statistics and better control of the situation i suppose

@Widestone001

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe, but the Japanese are being taught from the first moments of their lives to not be a bother to others - even this may be seen as selfishness. On the other hand, they self-isolate as the must and that package may be seen as compensation for that? What I wonder however is if that package will survive the Omicron-surge? The Japanese case numbers are still low but Omicron is there so far as I know. We'll see.

@minecraft_ketchup8174

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. Who wouldn't want the convenience of free food and not having to pay someone or ask someone to get groceries for you? Unless you're very picky and have dietary restrictions. But otherwise I think this is a great idea, for the convenience and well being of the sick individual and everyone else because personally I would be more inclined to report my illness knowing that I can safely rest without making a dent to my pocket, although I think people should be reporting it regardless. But people have their reasons I guess.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

@@Widestone001 It's enough, it makes you nauseous a couple days in and you're just not hungry the 2nd week.

@krdiaz8026

2 жыл бұрын

@@Widestone001 Yeah, that way of thinking doesn't really make sense for the Japanese, or, if you really think about it, anyone else from any culture unless you're very poor and get excited by free stuff. This is more like, "You don't have an excuse to go out to buy food, so please stay at home" kind of box. We also have to understand that to the Japanese these are simply basic grocery food, not gourmet. Kind of like when Americans get sent Kraft Mac&Cheese and Campbell's soup and basic supermarket bread.

@rabbit251

2 жыл бұрын

I got this person's channel from a link from the Japan Times News. I don't know where she is, but a friend of mine got COVID in Aichi and she can order a care package from the government, but it isn't free there. You also notice there isn't any meat, fruit, or vegetables in what they give you. My friend has 2 children who are not sick and they must quarantine but they can't get any meat, fruit, vegetables. I ordered her some meat from the meat guy, now trying to contact my friends to see if they could give her some fruit and veggies.

I recently tested positive for COVID in Thailand and the government sent a medical care package that included a pulse oximeter and a thermometer. They also sent cooked food every morning (breakfast/lunch/dinner) in containers that could be warmed in the microwave. The daily food package also included lots of water and milk. I was pretty impressed.

@yokoemy

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome too!!!

@saibot2957

2 жыл бұрын

I have not heard of such support or food delivery in Germany or any European country...

@Cookie7294

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing!

@marias8007

2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@monicamac2122

2 жыл бұрын

@@saibot2957 Trust me, that doesn't happen in Australia either!

Another point! If all governments had programs like this, people might be more likely to stay home when they were sick. Many live paycheck to paycheck and might be worried about how they’d feed their family if they weren’t working!

@kerimebozaoglu9283

2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. We have nothing like that in Australia. So really I don’t blame people who end up leaving their house to get things when they are unwell if they have no one to help them. This should be standard world wide.

@brandynettleton1658

2 жыл бұрын

@@kerimebozaoglu9283 , we don’t have this either! There are grocery delivery services and that helps some, but they usually have to be scheduled at least a few days ahead and they can be costly. I agree! This should exist everywhere!

@animallovinggamergal9694

2 жыл бұрын

Finally someone thinks about how some of us do live paycheck to paycheck

@beefeduptechreviews

2 жыл бұрын

Governments souls give these than money , less attractive for scammers

This is A++ strategy in psychology. First they use positive reinforcement to get you into self-quarantine mood. Then since you kinda got "paid" to do it, if you have any semblance of integrity, you have have stronger sense of responsibility to do a good job. Compared to fear tactics or sealing your door shut like some other governments, this is 100/100 genius.

This is a perfect example of Japanese thoughtfulness and being community-driven.

@cactustactics

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly it's more like an example of a government taking things seriously, and being aware that if you want people to isolate to stop a virus spreading, you have to support them and help them to do it. It's not just nice, it's the smart, practical thing to do - a lot of governments put that whole burden on the people isolating, and it discourages them from the behaviour that needs to be encouraged. This should be the norm, really!

@nesadcruz7840

2 жыл бұрын

Japan is a very developed nation, it is an eye opener just visiting. Amazing. The people, the Govt, are just on a different level.

@SpecJack15

2 жыл бұрын

@@cactustactics In the beginning of the pandemic, there was a lot of public outcry from Japanese residents that the government wasn't doing enough to stop the spread of Covid and helping those who caught it. It's good that they've changed for the better.

@DBT1007

2 жыл бұрын

That's why CAPITALISM SUCKS. West ppl busy fighting about "capitalism is better" but they also wants free stuff and know the problems of their society. What a dumb. Mixed system or at least socialism is better. Japan, Germany, Scandinavian countries, etc practicing this socialism thing. USA when? Still busy promoting the destructive capitalism? HAHA!

@DBT1007

2 жыл бұрын

@@cactustactics it's all about the system. East countries even tho they proclaiming to be liberalism and stuff, but they still have the communism(community-ism) part. And that makes them socialism by default. The community feeling is still strong. And you can see that clearly in the rural areas. Pakistani even sometimes giving stuff freely for some tourists and strangers. Indonesians also gives some knowledge and local food and stuff. But lots of eastern countries dont have the resources. And Japan here is the example when east ppl have those resources. And money. But i also kinda sad tho the packaging there full with plastic. I know it's recyclable because all of them are hard plastic. But plastic still plastic. Bad. Hope they can provide the patients with fresh produce everyday. With robot n drone for example.

That is a much wider variety of food than I would expect in a government provided support ration. What a great way to help morale while quarantined.

@peterpain6625

2 жыл бұрын

Some great morale boosters in there for sure.

@shelby4546

2 жыл бұрын

I love how you brought up the morale! I agree with that! Makes you feel like you aren’t alone and gives you self thing to look forward to!

Im impressed with how many sweet treats and comfort food options they sent. Lots of thought and effort went into those selections.

@blueberryiswar

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it feels like a meal box your family would send you more than one from the goverment. Very thoughtfull and considerate.

@paintedcrow

2 жыл бұрын

Last time I got sick, I asked my mom to get me Gatorade and pudding cups from the store. I guess if you get COVID in Japan, the government will do it instead xD

This is really cool. Meal replacements for when you can barely drag yourself out of bed, instant meals for once you start feeling a bit better, and fast, easy meals like seaweed salad and pasta for when you can actually cook. Seems like a pretty good variety too!

@kristyjohnston1421

2 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing how much energy it takes to eat.

@Sue474

Жыл бұрын

Yes and lots of jellies in case you have a sore throat .

I love how they include food that’s actually practical and good for someone that’s not feeling well. They seem to go above and beyond with the brands and amount they give. Even that pamphlet, including allergy info and offer for oxygen monitor. WOW. This really gives folks an incentive to report they’re sick in a way that actually helps them, allows them to stay home and just get well. Those two bottles of iced coffee… very nice as well😏

@zipp4everyone263

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, if my wifes 70 year old dad had been given a pulseoximiter he wouldnt have gotten cellular damage due to the incredibly low sats he had (70-68%, you basically die at 65). This happened to a man who spent his entire life making sure the country is safe and even went out fighting our massive forest fires when he was 65 years old. Im happy Japan knows how to treat its citizens, just sad my country couldnt be arsed to even try.

Not only is this a generous thing for the Japanese government to do, it’s smart as well. Because this obviously eliminates the need to go out for food, at least for the first week anyways, which helps reduce the spread of Covid. And to show their goodwill and generosity by doing so? That really takes care of two issues at once! Again, very very smart.

@eadweard.

2 жыл бұрын

You can't be generous with other people's money.

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

3 issues as it exposes you to Japanese products that you might never buy, but after trying you may be a new customer!

@flutini1

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kwijiboi I agree with your two issues/points. What is the third?

@flutini1

2 жыл бұрын

never mind. you are adding to his 2 issues - not going out for food and not spreading the dreaded Omicron.

@V.U.4six

2 жыл бұрын

@@flutini1 isn’t that one “more contagious” yet less severe?

Just a little correction. That's not really from the Japanese government but from your local government. I got infected at work last summer, and the system at my city (a small city in Aichi Prefecture) is totally different. Here you'll get a bag every morning containing 3 bentos (covering breakfast, lunch and dinner) and 3 drinks (juice or tea), and they also give you a number to call in case you need anything from the supermarket or the pharmacy. I never used that service because I didn't need it, but I got my 3 fresh meals every day for my whole quarantine.

@edysmith9758

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't matter where they came from.

@sammonicuslux

2 жыл бұрын

@@edysmith9758 It does matter.......just like in the states, local government and your own community are the first places we turned to and still do for guidance, health care, shopping, vaccines, etc.

@Knorkooli

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for clarification on that. I was pretty impressed with their government until you did a correction. I was nearly jealous because our sorry government group has been pretty pathetic over the past 5 to 6 years. And all we mainly hear is... the states each have to handle their stuff and stop asking the Fed Government. Well, we are only having all of this issue is because of the Damn Fed. Government. They need to get their you know what together and stop saying it is the people's fault when it is THEIR FAULT. I am very happy to see the people of Japan really do have some concern for each other.

@liduvinasanchezhernandez1154

2 жыл бұрын

@@edysmith9758 If it was from the national government, it wouldn't matter, indeed. Everyone in Japan would have exactly what she got. But it's not the case. Most people in Japan, like myself, most likely will have a very different experience because this is a local government service. So, as someone who also lives in Japan (but not in Tokyo), I would say that it does matter where those boxes come from.

@BrightestBlessings7899

2 жыл бұрын

That is wonderful. To be cared for by your community.

Honestly this is a lovely sentiment. I wish more countries would do something like this for people who caught COVID or take it a step further and do something like this for people with severe illnesses or injuries.

I'm really impressed that they give you high quality food items, not just the cheapest no brand junk. It's actually kind of sweet how much thought they seem to put into the care packages, e.g. including sports drinks to replenish electrolytes and snacks to cheer you up.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

That's not high quality. All the prepackaged food is full of salt and preservatives or it's just pure sugar like the cookies. Fresh produce would have been better.

@vysharra

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 sick people/families are going to be a lot less likely to have the time and energy to process/cook fresh produce when in quarantine.

@QtPieMarth

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 it’s not reasonable to be constantly able to readily offer fresh produce without pre purchasing product that’s 100% going to be wasted. In order to fulfill demand and give everyone the same quantity, that’s just logistically infeasible. Also, when you’re sick it’s much easier to make quick meals that are either microwaved, simply boiled (like pasta), or just needs hot water added. The vast majority of Japanese households have rice and rice cookers but they still give you microwaveable rice so you don’t need to go through the process of washing the rice.

@KuroRyuu86

2 жыл бұрын

Just so you know no brand foods usually taste better that their branded counterparts. Sometimes they give more than others aswell.

@TheAerialgreen

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 they’re actually very high quality and yummy for nonperishable. I also noticed that they tried to include healthier version of the products like “less sodium,” “unsalted,” “no sugar added” and “preservative free.” Of course fresh produce is better, but it’s not ideal when you’re too sick to cook.

Damn, they didn't just pack whatever to meet caloric requirements, those are also all great options for sick people that don't have the energy to cook or can't currently stomach complex meals. Imagine a government taking care of their people.

@retro527

2 жыл бұрын

exactly! I'm impressed they thought of the simplest but most effective way to provide nutrients and calories while also keeping in mind how difficult it might be for sick people to get up and make food. Even if they dont end up using it right away it can easily be stored for future use.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they did, the Calorie Mate stuff proves you wrong. Instant ramen is full of so much salt and some people are sensitive to too much salt. Maybe all the rice and congee is good for a sensitive stomach, but those cookies aren't good for nausea.

@tristartist

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 Cookies are good for the soul though :)

@AlexeiArntzen

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 in the US, if you have COVID we mostly just either let you die or infect other people. A salty soup is pretty good

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

@lain iwakura I wonder. If you lose your sense of smell or taste, would the stronger flavors in these foods help with that? I haven't had covid yet, so I don't know how complete that would be. As for preservatives and salt etc, these foods have to be shelf stable. It's much more challenging to make large quantities of kits eith fresh foods as they would go bad in days and rot out in a week.

I love that the food is diverse and name brand. Also how nice to include a treat. What really impressed me though was the inventory sheet broken down into allergens. That is just incredible they'd take the time to print that per box.

Definitely a great package. Most of the items are both easy to prepare and to eat. Stuff like jelly and drinks are particularly suitable in a pinch for people with a sore throat, young children, elderly people who have trouble chewing, swallowing and a number of other issues -- a core target population of this initiative, without a doubt.

good to know that she had a mild case and that she recovered without any problems! and those boxes are really cool - here in Germany we have to ask our family to get us food if possible :(

@carmenb.6727

2 жыл бұрын

Same in Switzerland not a chance for free food 😂

@lordnub926

2 жыл бұрын

Same in America

@MrsAnette1968

2 жыл бұрын

Also in Denmark, we have to ask our family and friends for help

@svgarpaws

2 жыл бұрын

and it's so bad if you don't have friends or family nearby. I lived on takeout food for about a week because I couldn't get groceries. definitely didn't help me feel better. 🥴

@MrsAnette1968

2 жыл бұрын

@@svgarpaws we have some supermarkets where we can order groceries and they will deliver it to you

How kind and considerate to include lots of instant meals--someone who is sick likely won't feel up to cooking, or if they do, won't want to make anything too strenuous. Lots of healthy snacks, too! Hopefully Ushka recovers quickly; I'm glad that her groceries are taken care of so she has one less thing to worry about!

@demonic_myst4503

2 жыл бұрын

It also means more preserved its probably why didnt send bagged fruit and beg but instead canned fruit its a preservation thing

@bubbley1234

2 жыл бұрын

In Japan, a lot of people rely heavily on eating out and rarely cook, and a lot of people don't cook whatsoever, so they wouldn't even have the utilities to make food.

@liduvinasanchezhernandez1154

2 жыл бұрын

@@bubbley1234 I don't know where in Japan do you live, but, except for salary-men (mostly unmarried ones), I think your statement is quite far from being true. Literally everyone I know here have at least one homemade meal per day, and usually the other one is at work or at university. And I'm talking about foreigners as well as Japanese nationals, some married and most singles, from different prefectures (mostly in central Japan).

My wife tested positive after Christmas. We got v sick. Told her if we ever got over it (felt like death, also felt like forever) I want to make care packages for our coworkers/friends/family who get it. Need ideas now that we did survive it w no hospitalization thankfully, so thanks for sharing!

@tubetop123

2 жыл бұрын

Hope she is well now. Was she vacinnated?

@Favorite-catNip

2 жыл бұрын

I worked at a testing site. Many people & families with worried looks on faces. Parents of school age kids that tested positive. Well. I tried to reassure as much as possible & asked them to prepare as best they can. Order things from grocery & Necessities. I gotta say people were worried. I cant imagine seniors & home bound people managing. When they cant crawl out of bed. This is a blessing to have something like this. Hopefully this is the end of covid19. And citizens can prepare for being self sufficient for next emergency.👍

@YveWin

2 жыл бұрын

Thoughtful idea. Hope she’s well.

@zeitlichkeit5094

Жыл бұрын

That’s strange you all got very sick since most people who test positive don’t get sick at all or get very mild symptoms and just go on with their lives. Hmmmmm

This is really nice. I wish the US government cared enough for their citizens to do things like this 😞

@lydiahiksan1232

2 жыл бұрын

if they cared enough we would have universal healthcare like most of the other 1st world countries 😅

@samanthashaw7100

2 жыл бұрын

Well students got p EBT benefits and a lot of people got maximum amount of EBT benefits allowed in their states and based on how much income they had

@Nesahak

2 жыл бұрын

I wish the spanish government cared for us too. They just want to rob us T_T So different from the japanese.

@thelastminmom5251

2 жыл бұрын

@@lydiahiksan1232 you don’t want that.

@victoriahope8371

2 жыл бұрын

That's because the US citizens take no care in their Government. People can have what they want and need, they're just too lazy/stupid to demand better treatment.

This is so impressive! The US has nothing like this at all. If you're quarantining you have to rely on family members or delivery services for food. Our government would never do something this generous at any time

@CocoCece08

2 жыл бұрын

Right? Like if you get COVID and you dont have enough food... unless you have buddies, you're screwed.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

They're wasting taxpayer money on some BS, you already know it to be true. But I prefer nothing over prepackaged junk food that's full of salt and preservatives.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

@@CocoCece08 You ain't eating with omicron, you're nauseous after the first couple of days and then you don't have an appetite the second week.

@bebelovebobo

2 жыл бұрын

yea, how dare we claim to be the best country in the world! but seriously, the US sucks

@Samantha14916

2 жыл бұрын

In Illinois, if youre a single person household they will send a care package. They send food, toilet paper, and lysol cleaning supplies. Not as much food in the video though.

For all people living in Europe, please note that Japan actually has a lower rate of local plus national taxes than the majority of European countries 😒 I would certainly be glad for my taxes to go to incentives like these care packages so people can keep healthy and keep others safe.

@Vlad2319

2 жыл бұрын

Lower taxes yes, but they pay premiums for many things that people take for granted

@Fluffymonkeyem

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vlad2319 do you have any examples? I'm curious about that

@rebecat.7068

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate being able to look at where my taxes go! And living in Europe is very visible. For example I get as a family free packaged home tests and masks. But I agree with 0ozmichka0, it would be nice if sick or very poor people could get something like this.

@Tz3952ii

2 жыл бұрын

@@rebecat.7068 I think this isn't for very sick or poor people, but rather for anyone who was tested positive to stay home as much as possible without feeling too much inconvenience.

@GinnySiska

2 жыл бұрын

people in germany pay much more taxes than the japanese and we still don't get anything like this. you have to ask other people like family members to bring you stuff and even if you don't have them the gov is like "just call food delivery service"

I think it's important to mention that the care packages are sent by local municipal governments not the central government. And not all municipal governments do these care packages. My friend tested positive and her town doesn't send care packages so she's having to rely on friends to bring her stuff.

Very good idea, especially for those on a very limited budget who are going to be suffering even more from being unable to work until they are well and considered safe to be in public…you really can tell the quality of government by how they care for their people.

Wow, that's incredibly impressive! I've heard horror stories here in the UK of older and elderly people who couldn't get any food when they caught COVID and weren't computer literate to order food for themselves. It's nice to see a country that actually responds to a humanitarian health crisis with thought and care.

@alisoncameron4937

2 жыл бұрын

my husband and I both had covid and were sent weekly food packages and contacted to see if we needed any other help! 🇬🇧💞

Other countries need to follow Japan’s lead with treating and supporting their people. This is amazing!

That’s so sweet. I’m in the US, sometimes it feels like our government doesn’t care about us the way I’ve seen other countries care for their people.

@rue3725

2 жыл бұрын

We got stimulus checks like twice. Most countries got nothing. Some of yall need to travel coz the privilege from Americans is unflattering. The average Japanese citizens are very well mannered people so the government reflects that.

Definitely impressed. Based on general things we usually hear about Japan, I guess there are a lot of people who live alone and especially the elderly and this program would definitely make quarantining much easier on these subset of people

This really gives the impression that Japan care about their people. This is wonderful ❣️

@phangirlable

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I always get the overwhelming feeling that the governments in western countries hate us. :(

@quickgirl80

2 жыл бұрын

@@phangirlable I get that same feeling too.

@yagsipcc287

2 жыл бұрын

@@quickgirl80 They do they hate plebes. Just want to control everything you do, say and think more so now than anytime I have seen in my life (I am 30 now)

@Just_stoptalking

2 жыл бұрын

@@phangirlable they do hate us they've made it very obvious over the years that they don't care...

@GriefSeeker

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah just like how they force people to work overtime without pay and how animators are paid less than minimum wage, at least they have a good image.

Here in the UK our government wasted so much money on a broken track and trace system that could of been used for something like this. It's a brilliant idea and acts as motivation for people to report their case so that the whole country can get back to normal ASAP. Another great video, keep being awesome 👍😎

@kuroneko23hikari81

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Its a great Idea. Unfortunately, I think in some countries including the UK), some people would try and take advantage/ abuse the system of all these free packages if the government tried doing it, if don't have any regulations for how much a person can get...like how some people lie to get benefits here... :/

@owllymannstein7113

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the "track and trace" system has nothing to do with covid.

@ThatRomyKate

2 жыл бұрын

Well we saw what happened when they did the food boxes to replace free school meals so god knows what crap they’d have put in food boxes like this if they’d done them 🙄

@CrippedGinge

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatRomyKate yeah that swas a car crash from the government. The Japanese government even got the most popular spaghetti and decent brand named items, the UK government would just get whoever was cheapest. There are times that I believe Japan is definitely a better version of humanity.

@micabryant4513

2 жыл бұрын

Different things work for different cultures, I'm not sure this is that suitable for the UK but perhaps I'm just being cynical of the British public

This is so kind of the Japanese government! I've been following a girl on Tik Tok who had to quarantine after returning from Europe to Japan. She spent I think 1-2 weeks in a facility and showed the free meals she received. They were pretty well done as well.

@MarinaMiniatures

2 жыл бұрын

What's her tiktok?

That's so thoughtful! Makes it so much easier to stay at home. That's why I ❤ Japan!

in Belgium this is unheard of... but that's really kind of them to do that, they ACTUALLY take care of their people... TAKE NOTE, rest of the world!!

@gio3061

2 жыл бұрын

In Belgium they can't even take care of the roads sadly

@maggie_galle7651

2 жыл бұрын

@@gio3061 LOL true that 🤣

@sutenjarl1162

2 жыл бұрын

They rather use all the money for their own boat to pollute the ocean

@mopslikvonstein

2 жыл бұрын

many countries have similar care packages, Finland (iirc) and South Korea for example

@TalaIsDarker

2 жыл бұрын

Here in the Netherlands either, they do not care at all about people,

Compared to Japan, the UK looks like an absolute joke. They would never consider doing something like this over here 😞 Thank you for showing this, it’s so interesting to see how Japan handles things 🙂 I hope Ushka recovers soon ❤️

@SurgStriker

2 жыл бұрын

Well, Japan has been able to keep cases low. The majority of what they get comes from foreign visitors (the olympics caused an enormous spike, almost entirely localized around where the athletes and support staff stayed) so their cases per 100k is a tiny fraction of what most western countries face. If somewhere like the US tried this, it would end up costing billions in just raw materials, not including shipping costs and overhead from 'logistics' (kickbacks, general ineptitude, paying people to do jobs that already have a half dozen other people assigned to do it, etc). If it was done at a state level though, maybe you would see more state governments actually trying to limit the spread to save money instead of so many governors doing their best to stop any preventative measures and keep it spreading

@Rem694u2

2 жыл бұрын

In Canada we were forced into hotels and had to pay thousands of dollars. -__-

@DinoSoursGoRawrrx3

2 жыл бұрын

America only gives face masks and hand sanitizer..or at least they did a year ago

@Fix3rJ0e

2 жыл бұрын

And I'm sitting here in America going "You guys are getting care packages?"

@cleoraasaran9957

2 жыл бұрын

@@SurgStriker man, I totally forgot the Olympics were held in Japan. Just imagine if it was americas turn for the Olympics. We wouldn’t have postponed them and our cases and deaths would be more than the rest of the countries combined.

This warmed my heart to no end, so glad to see people being taken care of so well. Thank you so very much for sharing ❤❤

So interesting to see!! I hope Ushka feels better soon!

I've never been weirdly jealous of someone who got sick, heh. That is totally cool that the Japanese gov't is supplying people with these boxes to help prevent the spread of COVID. Thanks, Sharla! Get better soon, Ushka!

Wow, that’s so amazing and a good idea to lessen the need for someone to go outside their house ! Glad that Ushka recovered so quickly.

Its so nice to see they actually go all out with these boxes, they do really care!

Wow! Very generous and smart. Thank you for sharing this with us! I hope your friend feels better now! ***sending support***💐

I am so impressed by the Japanese government and the food companies who participated in this program for the health department. Great products for nourishment, fluids, etcetera.

Here in Switzerland they call you once a day at random times to make sure you keep the quarantine. That's it. The Japanese package struck me mostly as incredibly varied. Nobody likes everything, and I think that that was factored in: Not all that food will actually be eaten during that week (and can be given to friends and family after), so there's a surplus just to be on the safe side. Also, I just changed my dinner plans to have one of my own noodle cups. 🙂

@amberl313

2 жыл бұрын

Here in the US we're on our own. There's no one to even make sure we quarantine, so a lot of people don't. It's awful.

@inezp.1689

2 жыл бұрын

Yup…. I live in a US territory and we’re on our own 😭

That's really awesome. Thanks for sharing this. It was interesting too.

This is amazing and reassuring to see. Stay safe and best healthy wishes to your friend!

I'm so impressed with how thoughtful they were about this. No one even knows what to do if they get Covid here in America.

@TheReddeadmovie

2 жыл бұрын

since calling a ambulance cost you a arm i guess simply die its the only option haha

@xwarped83

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheReddeadmovie dying is expensive too.

@laura53ize

2 жыл бұрын

I’m living in American and since the government it’s not promoting early treatment I know how to treat covid the holistic way and had recovered 2 times the last one was less severe.

@xwarped83

2 жыл бұрын

@@laura53ize I had it five times and treat it with crystals!

@astrowolvez

2 жыл бұрын

Seriously, and when my friend was sick I wondered how he could get food. The only thing I could think of was using an app and leave a drop off near the front door.

honestly that's so considerate. i had covid while living alone and sadly i couldn't do groeceries for myself, i couldn't even get out of bed... luckily my mother was visiting nearby where i live or else i have no idea how i would have managed this. i wish they did this boxes in various countires.

@leademi1387

2 жыл бұрын

That was my situation too, but sadly I was hospitalized first. When I got home, I had to be in oxygen and still made to quarantine. My brother and his wife were nice enough to help when he could but I had to rely on delivery services like instacart to order groceries.

How nice. You can tell that they really picked items that are quick and easy for people to eat or make. Also things for when you feel so sick that it's hard for you to eat. Very thoughtful.

It’s interesting to see what different governments are giving their citizens. There was a nice variety in these boxes. Diffidently more than a weeks worth of food. :)

@lolahernandez5453

2 жыл бұрын

in my country: nothing.

Good to hear Ushka only had a mild case and that she's recovered already! I'd only wish the Netherlands would do food packages like that too! Back when i had Covid i had to rely on family, neighbors and delivery services for my food. This is a pretty good initiative from Japan! Pleasantly surprised they've added all the allergy information together with some general Covid tips.

I wish I lived in a real country like Japan. Imagine a country that see's it's people as a resource to be protected and not something to be hated and exploited like in the States.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

You should look up Japanese work culture, because that alone shows you that you're wrong.

@macklemore131

2 жыл бұрын

i live in japan currently. if only this were true lol.

@h.b.hatecraft953

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 You're confusing egocentric VS sociocentric culture and their interactions with capitalism. But I get what you were trying to say.

@nfktd900

2 жыл бұрын

@@lainiwakura1776 あなた日本人？相当ずれてるね。H.B. Hatecraftさんは日本がしたような食料提供を米国がしてくれていないことに不満を感じ、それを実行している日本をほめている。彼のコメントは素直に受け止めたらよいだけの事。どこから労働環境の話が出てくるのだ？これはまるでもし米国政府が同じような食料提供をしていて、それを誰かが褒めたときに米国の殺人事件の呆れるほどの多さ（もちろん事実だ）を例に出してあなたの考えは間違っているというようなもの。一連のあなたのコメントは日本に対して最初から悪意が感じられる。いじけた子供のようだ。

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

@H.B. Hatecraft it's almost like you forgot that the United States gave $3,200 cash to all of its citizens, infected with covid or not. You can make 21.4 care packages with that money. With that perspective, I'm disappointed that Japan provided less than 5% of what USA gave, and that Japan only gives that 4+% of relief to only people who got Covid, and nothing for everyone else. See how it sounds when you decide to change the narrative?

It is very good to see a video like this. Thank you for sharing.

Wow! Thanks for the video- very informative. Way to go Japan! Outstanding way of taking care of your people 🇯🇵 👍!!!

this is amazing how much they put into these care packages!! it would last much longer than a week if I got one lmao this is awesome, thanks for the video Sharla, loved it!!

I’m recovering from Covid currently (I’m allowed back at school tomorrow 😖) I personally lost my appetite while I was sick, there’s no way I could have finished all that food! The meal replacement drinks and jelly would be perfect for me since I struggled with eating 😅😅 also, the idea of a care package is really great, I relied on my brother to drop off food/medicine when he wasn’t working and when I felt strong enough I had to do a grocery curbside pick up order.

Great video. So thoughtful. Brings tears to my eyes. The local Japanese government taking good care of her roommate.

How very kind and thoughtful.

This is amazing. Japan is way more on the ball than we are. My sister has active symptomatic covid and they made her go to work.

@CosmicValkyrie

2 жыл бұрын

Holy shit.

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

No one made her go to work. She chose to fo to keep her job with a crappy employer. There are tons of job openings and until recently, exceptional unemployment benefits. Speaking of USA. We all make choices but blame others for them. If I'm not happy, I won't blame myself for staying at my job, I call out my workplace and society at large. I hope your sister has recovered. I didn't mean this as an attack as much as to say your sister has as much power and agency for her situation as she wants to take. I hope she is working for a more caring employer. If she doesn't, doesn't, that job is giving her something she cares about more than kindness.

@shimmerngspirit

2 жыл бұрын

Must be in USA

@lauram1145

2 жыл бұрын

She wouldn’t happen to be a vaccinated nurse, would she? In the US, they are having symptomatic nurses come and work with patients rather than the unvaccinated Covid negative nurses. Insanity!

@sacadosify

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kwijiboi You have the luxury of making that statement. Not everyone can afford to or has the time to quit and look for another job. Maybe even the unemployment benefits wouldn't be enough either. You don't even know when this person had covid. And if you're paying attention to the type of jobs available, maybe she lacks the skills for the higher paying ones or other jobs don't pay enough to cover her expenses. Just because you might have the luxury and flexibility to quit and find a different job doesn't mean everyone is in the same boat.

damn, there’s at least ten full days worth of food in there. had to isolate for seven days after getting symptomatic covid and as a low income student it was a financial pain to get delivered enough meals and some groceries for 2, even for a week. i think it makes total sense for the government to encourage staying at home while infectious, but still interesting to see that they truly put some thought into those rations

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

What country are you in?

@HippoPixel

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kwijiboi france!

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

Does France have care packages or any assistance available? Would be rough as a student. >_

This is incredibly generous! 💕

Awesome! I love learning about other countries and how they manage different situations. Thank you for sharing. The Japanese Government definitely takes care of their people.

I think the package you got is from the Tokyo government, right? My friends in Wakayama said they got a different one full of local fruits and vegetables. I don't want to catch Covid (I mean who does lol), but I'd LOVE to get those care packages full of treasures XD

@sharlainjapan

2 жыл бұрын

Wow that would be so much better! Go Wakayama!

@veitjacob9764

2 жыл бұрын

I think smaller communities can opt for a more fresh fruit and vegetables corona-survival-kit because of fever cases. It's easier to manage if you have 200-300 cases compared to >25000 in Tokyo.

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! When you can finally eat, you really want something fresh and making hot pot is easy.

@bes4497

2 жыл бұрын

yeah the packages are sent by local municipal governments so will be different. Some towns, like mine, don't even send care packages at all😭

@beatrixjones2982

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharlainjapan I’m a new subscriber after watching this video. Absolutely first rate the way you explained everything. What it was and how to prepare it. You made my morning enjoyable while watching this and inspired to try and find these products online and hopefully have them shipped to me in Missouri. I could cook or prepare whilst videotaping and share my thoughts or opinion. I’ve never done anything like that and I most certainly do not have a KZread channel. What fun this could be! 😁

Currently quarantining with my second round of covid in the last month and a half (and I was vaccinated)! That care package was super generous! I was so tired with my first round, if I didn’t have family around it would’ve been hard to take care of myself. The easy to make meals would have been so helpful! Wish we had something similar in the US! Stay safe out there folks!

@yokoemy

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you have a speedy recovery!

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

Did you make a care package with the $3,200 stimulus check money the USA gave you? You can put in whatever easy to prepare foods you could want. Hope you have a speedy and full recovery!

@Gucciblackberry

2 жыл бұрын

Vaccines don’t prevent you from getting covid hun. It was for the nurses and doctors in over crowded hospitals. Lol, like people read ANYTHING nowadays

This is amazing! England not offering this, hope you are well Sharla! Thanks for sharing :)

Oh, Pocari Sweat -how I've missed you!. Had this when I was in Japan back in in 1995. Definitely a generous and thoughtfully planned care package. Thanks for sharing!.

So happy she is recovering quickly! And we have 1 store in my town that delivers groceries. When we get tested, sometimes we get a care pkg, but nothing like that. Here in the US, we don't really get much. Can't even get ppl to wear a mask at all. Was in the hospital for a week last year with Covid and no one but family helped. So glad to see Japan actually cares about people and tries to take care of them

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

Here in the US, you got $3,200 dollars instead of these $121 box. What am I missing? 🤷🏻‍♂️

These care boxes are so cute and sweet!!💖

@almog3875

2 жыл бұрын

Awww, so cuuuuuuute

I'm impressed, the care package is both thoughtful and generous, pretty sure people are more likely to report positive cases if they knew the government is looking out for them.

I had covid last week and they really nailed it on what you are actually able to eat which is mostly liquid food and all the pasta and curry for the following week of recovery.

The rough package value is insane! With a bit of extra water, I could survive over one month with all that food 😂 Japan is great 🇯🇵❤️

I’m glad she’s getting so much support. When I was hospitalized with covid in 2020 I was contacted by a social worker who asked if I had any family who could get items for me. If I had said no, they said they could offer someone who would deliver items for me- no mention about if I had to purchase them first or not. But I also wonder if it was because when I was admitted I said I lived alone. (I did all the proper preventative steps but because I’m immune compromised and work with the public, and take transit I still got it- before the vaccine was made available to the public). My brother was able to give me some items but I ended up having to use the delivery service instacart, and have my pharmacy postal mail my prescriptions.

How they prepare what to put in the box is truly amazing. Japan is way another level.

Thank you for sharing. Very informative and entertaining

Wishing Ushka a speedy recovery. This is a great example of how the Japanese government looks after its residents. As you mentioned not everyone is eligible, but this is a very well thought out by the government to provide for those needing to take time off to recover. This would be a life saver for someone who lives alone, doesn't have friends or family nearby to drop off stuff, and just one less worry to have when you are sick. Wish Canada did something like this. It feels like every man for himself sometimes.

Yay for Pocari Sweat. That stuff REALLY helped us on our first trip there from the UK. My far the longest flight(s) that I have ever been on and we underestimated the drinking need. We keep mix packets if it in the cupboard for when we are ill (along side the Knorr Super Chicken Noodle soup...) Oh, and nothing from the UK government - they're too busy partying...

What a great way to look after everyone! Yay Japan!🌸🌸🌸

New sub, l hope your friend gets well soon, those boxes are just Amazing ty 4 sharing 😊

"Does your government do this?" Hahaha....don't make me laugh....or cry. They just assume you have enough food to last you two week/a week and if you don't, you'll just have to ask a neighbour, because that is soooo normal. And yet they act all surprised when people ignore their quarantine and go food shopping. Yes, you can get food delivered, but when you test positive and you haven't registered yet with your favourite supermarket, chances are your first delivery option will be after your quarantine....so a bit pointless. It's just not order now, have food tomorrow usually.(I just checked, earliest delivery if I order now is friday....that's 5 days) And minimum order is €50 to have it delivered. (btw, I'm talking about the Netherlands)

@hesterroemersma9896

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, and not all grocery stores do deliveries even... Beside that, there are also people who don't have friends of family they can actually rely on for help, or the people around them don't have a car and it's too far to cycle or walk to bring groceries. And if those people also have a very low budget for weekly groceries, they cannot spend at least €50 at once. Or pay for shipping, which some stores ask. I am lucky enough to have people who would help if needed, but I know that not everyone is that lucky. I personally haven't yet heard of people getting groceries after actually testing positive, because they had to get food (though I am sure this happens here too), but I did hear about people who would go to get tested for Covid, and on the way home from the test, they'd get groceries for in case the test would be positive and they couldn't go get groceries anymore after hearing that result. If our government would do these care packages, people who just went for a test wouldn't feel the need to do a quick grocery run on the way home.

That is amazing. We have pull up grocery shopping. We order online and they load it in trunk. If you're feeling horrible can't drive, we also have delivery. I think giving out the pulse oximeter is a fantastic idea. I ran out and got one in the beginning. It is something that is hard to tell where you are at as far as feeling ok, vs needing medical attention. Hope she feels better soon 😻

💜 That's amazing! More than I expected.

Wow. So much care and thought was put in it.

Wow, Japan is so generous! I'm currently living in South Korea and when I quarantined I legit got maybe, a quarter of the food Japan gives. My boss had to go out and buy extra food for me so that I would have enough!

@rabbit251

2 жыл бұрын

I got this person's channel from a link from the Japan Times News. I don't know where she is, but a friend of mine got COVID in Aichi and she gets a care package from the government, but it isn't free there. You also notice there isn't any meat, fruit, or vegetables in what they give you.

@NaeniaNightingale

2 жыл бұрын

@ Dee Ess, I would suggest you to rewatch this video since there are fruits, meats and veggies there xD

@liduvinasanchezhernandez1154

2 жыл бұрын

@@rabbit251 I also live in Aichi and I also got covid last year, and my experience was totally different. My city set a catering service that delivered every morning 2 bags at my door, containing 3 bentos (including fresh vegetables and pieces of fruit for each meal) and 3 drinks (juice and/or tea). This was for all the length of my quarantine except for the first day, and was 100% free of charge for me. They also gave me a phone number to call in the event I need something from the pharmacy or the grocery store, so they would send someone to buy it for me and deliver it at my door. I never used that phone service because I didn't need it, but my guess is that at least the delivery service would be for free, and I'd probably have to pay for the actual products I wanted to buy (though I have no idea how the payment process would be).

@turuus5215

2 жыл бұрын

Japan is still more richer than S.Korea

That is amazing! Japan really seems invested in the health and well-being of their people!

So amazing and helpful !

This is excellent, well thought out.

I tested positive yesterday, and sadly I have to say we don't have this kind of support in Sweden... I'd love it there was. As is, i have to send a shopping list to my mother so she can go buy the stuff i need, and then i transfer the money it cost to her through the bank, all responsibilities placed on us by ourselves...

@nesser52

2 жыл бұрын

I thought ICA had same-day delivery? 😔

@NaeniaNightingale

2 жыл бұрын

ICA actually does have home delivery in some cities but not everywhere, while there are options that you go to their homepage and shop online BUT someone have to go pick up the food from outside their store and it’s not same day delivery- unless you are up during the night and get really lucky with it. Only problem with this is that it costs more to shop online than going to the store, at least it is that in my city and that’s why I stopped with it because…. I’m not made of money. I would simply suggest to search online for home delivery options in your area and then hope for the best.

@miss.l.1563

2 жыл бұрын

I had omicrom but felt fine, so still went about my business as normal. Glad i wasn't ill as I wouldn't have been happy having to do stuff while ill.

Wow, this is amazing! Providing a care package alone is above and beyond anything we have here in the UK (which is nothing like this), but the quality of the contents is unreal.

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

As a cynical old fart, I wonder if this is partially donated by companies - this would be a killer way to market your goods. Nourishing people in their lowest moments to form a memorable bond - and exposing people to brands and products (caloriemate in multiple forms!) that consumers might otherwise never try, and convert them into lifelong customers. I agree, the contents we ere pretty awesome, especially to receive it when sick, and be able to enjoy without stressing about grocery shopping etc.

I am always amazed at how Japan continues to take such a serious & considerate approach when it comes to dealing with those who are honest enough & aware to report that they have contracted cov. It was really nice to see how they take care in sending out meal care packages to those who have to stay in quarantine, this was alot of food items. In other countries you don't get this sort of treatment, most times there is very little to no help, you have to find some means of finding food from either family or friends or use whatever you have home if you don't have home deliveries available where you live.

That is cool.. thank you for the info.

In The US they just send you a text saying hey quarantine for so many days. My quarantine was 10 days. Thanks to the vaccine I didn’t need a ventilator but unfortunately since I’m diabetic I went into ketoacidosis and had to be hospitalized. I survived but have some sucky leftover symptoms.

@lucielchoi707

2 жыл бұрын

hope you get well soon

This is pretty amazing ! In France you are left on your own, you have to rely on family and friends for groceries ( I don't even know how isolated people do, they probably have go grocery shopping themself, Covid or not... ) I heard that you seriously lack of appetite with the Omicron variant, all those energy drink and food are a nice thing to have in this case ! I think those care packages are really thoughtfully done.

That's amazing that other countries are helping their people. Kudos to them for an awesome job.

Incredibly well thought out contents.. easy cook and easy to consume giving you plenty of elements you would need - healthy, nutrient replacing, fruit and healthy snacks

This is a great idea and potentially a life saver in some scenarios like when stopping work means you don't get paid or if getting food would have been difficult ordinarily. It looks like an very thoughtfully picked package too. I guess they will provide another package if you are still sick after a week? I hope Ushka gets well soon!

It looks great, but what really caught my eye is the calorie mate. When it was the worst for me (I had a mild case, as I am both vaccinated and boosted) I got exhausted microwaving a burrito. I could not even finish it before falling back to sleep. It would have been nice to just drink one of those during that three-day period. I think I only managed to eat twice.

@KoguryoKid

2 жыл бұрын

If you were "both vaccinated and boosted," why did you have any kind of case at all? Doesn't that tell you ANYthing???

@lainiwakura1776

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, I couldn't even eat oatmeal (not vaccinated by the way), I had no appetite my second week. I pretty much drank Pedialyte until I forced myself to eat.

@anonymouse74

2 жыл бұрын

@@KoguryoKid because it doesn’t stop you getting Covid. It lessens the symptoms 🙄 they’ve never claimed it stops you from getting Covid, just like the flu vaccine doesn’t stop you from getting flu. When will people stop making out the vaccine is meant to stop you getting it 🥱

@yokoemy

2 жыл бұрын

@@anonymouse74 exactly! People just take "half" information and twist them as their own convenience.

@danielkim7841

2 жыл бұрын

You have to "feed a cold and starve a fever"? If you are too nauseus during covid to eat maybe it is your body's way of telling you to starve the fever? Like it is the body's own intelligence kicking in

This is so useful and the products are great! Sidenote...your videos are so chill and calming and i kinda needed that right now :)

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's good to know. I

Damn, Japan caring for their people. Makes me want to move to Japan even more. The States should do something like this!

@Incompetences

2 жыл бұрын

Most people that go over to Japan will be the first to tell you that Japan is great to visit, not so much to live due to the excruciating work culture.

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

The states empowered you to make 21 of these care packages on your own. What did you do with your $3,200 which entitles you to complain as you do?

@RowanWatersStudios

2 жыл бұрын

I have always wanted to go to Japan and many other places to travel to. The whole care package for those who are sick, so they dont have to leave to get food while in quarantine is a good idea. Thats all I was saying. No complaints here. Just sharing my thoughts.

@Kwijiboi

2 жыл бұрын

@@RowanWatersStudios Japan is beautiful. You'll have a great time. If and when they finally open their borders for travel!

I’m so impressed with the quantity and quality of the food provided😱 I got covid 2 days before Christmas and didn’t get anything (there’s some support available in the UK but highly doubt it would be to this standard and I didn’t want to take away from anyone in more need than me)

Thanks for sharing! This is a model for other governments to follow. This shows caring and concern for their people. 👍👍👍😀💕

It's so thoughtful of the Japanese Government to do this care package. Get well soon