After the last six days of the trip, we decided to upload photos of the areas that were affected by the tsunami. These places are devastated by the impact and damage that was caused by the disaster. We give them our condolences and wish to spread the voices that have yet to be heard. Here are some photos and quotes from people who have been touched by the words and voices of the people in Japan:


"It's definitely been educational. I wouldn't have learned things if I didn't go. It's more than just a tsunami ."- Quincy


"Yamamoto was impressive. The high school students and everyone were in pain, but they could still be happy and smile through the fire and all." - Brandon


"When I first saw the beach it immediately reminded me of the devastation in Joplin after the tornado ( my home town ). And I'm immediately connected with he statement from Kyoshi Sakurai that I had heard the day before we viewed the damage from their town. 'They weren't angry, they were just empty.'" - Daugherty Sensei



"There is simply wide-spread devastation. The tsunami literally took everything." - Shawn


"The people in Yamamoto were so friendly and so sincere. I was touched to work with the many kids and adults through the project. They shall be in my prayers and thoughts." - D'Anthoni



"'I  prepared for my death a second time... We cant throw it away', they said." - Eric



"The school wasn't destroyed. Everyone in the school survived." - Kyler

We hope that these words have encouraged you, as we have yet to tell the world about Japan's crisis. Though times might be tough, we must never give up. Thank you.