So I recently got a can of ackee via the embassy when I met the Jamaican ambassador for Japan the other day. Ackee is hard to find in Japan these days and when you do get it, it's expensive. It is also my first time seeing the Walkerswood brand in hand as Grace seems to run the place. I really love the illustration on the package compared to the Grace brand though. I was planning to keep this can for a special occasion, like New Years day but I decided to give it away to a Jamaican who recently moved to my town. I have known him for years but never met him.
He was one of my best costumers a few years ago, he would buy thousands of yen worth of goods for his school festivals and personal use. He never complained about the price or shipping cost, nothing. It was always a pleasure serving him. So when I realized he was in town, at first I kinda thought "ah, I will catch up with him later". But then I thought, "I need to do better than that". So I messaged him and invited him to have a cup of coffee. Though it was a short chat as I had to go and do a lesson, it is a step in the right direction.
I gave him the can of ackee as a token of my appreciation for all his support over the years and also to welcome him to the town (even though he's been here for a year). I knew he would appreciate it more than me and it just feels good to be a giver and show gratitude. Hopefully before next year this time, I will have sorted out my logistics for Jamaican goods shipping to Japan and can provide the service again. It is time to be more proactive.
