Tokyo, Feb. 20 -- Nestled in the heart of Fukuoka, Japan, the Dai Viet Language School serves as a vital hub for Vietnamese children to stay connected to their mother tongue and cultural heritage.

Every weekend, young Vietnamese learners gather there to study their native language and experience traditional customs. During the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, the school created a festive atmosphere with traditions like exchanging lucky money, New Year's wishes, and enjoying Tet dishes and stories about Vietnamese celebrations.

Founded in 2019 under the patronage of the Vietnamese Consulate General in Fukuoka, Dai Viet Language School began with just one class of eight students and three volunteer teachers. However, the COVID-19 pandemic di...