My name is Ogiya. I am 46 years old and live in Japan with my wife and two cats. I own a center that specializes in repairing household appliances. 

When I found out that Russia had started a war against Ukraine, and saw footage of people crying and running away from their homes and hometowns, I couldn't hold back my tears. At the same time, I was enraged. 

I have no relatives in Ukraine. I didn't know much about your country before the full-scale war started. But when I see how your people are experiencing unjustified aggression, I can't stand aside. I don't know how to fight, but I can donate money and fight Russia that way. As soon as I learned about the launch of UNITED24, I immediately became a donor and started transferring a small amount every month.

I will continue to support Ukraine until I see your victory and the return of your territories, as well as the restoration and development of a free and peaceful Ukraine. 

Along with my monthly contributions, I send small letters in Ukrainian and would like to share one of them:

“Sunflowers are blooming in Ukraine. In Japan, cherries bloom. Ukrainian flag on a Japanese sakura. I found the Ukrainian flag in Japan, so I will send it to you. Peace and victory to Ukraine.”