Reborn as a Sea King in Tokyo Fishing Village

Chapter 154 Return to Hokkaido to film a documentary

"Ji Jun, you haven't gone out to sea with us for a long time."

On the Hanashita, Captain Yuko Mikami looked at Ji Chang with some excitement.

"Yes, I haven't been back to Hokkaido for a long time." Ji Chang smiled and looked relaxed.

Before we knew it, it was 1956 and Ji Chang had been away from Hokkaido for more than five years.

Over the past five years, many people have forgotten what Ji Chang looks like and that he was once a leading figure in Neptune Fisheries.

Nowadays, everyone only knows Hanaaki Uotani and that the Uotani family is the richest family in Hokkaido.

Hanaaki Uotani returns to Ishikari every once in a while and her influence is still great.

Many people from the Uotani family have established a firm foothold in various departments of Ishikari and have begun to charge towards higher positions.

All of this was naturally funded by Hanaaki Uotani behind the scenes.

Ji Chang stood on the deck of the Huaxia, feeling the sea breeze brushing his cheeks, looking at the rough sea, and a long-lost excitement surged in his heart.

"Yes, time flies. Five years have passed in the blink of an eye." Ji Chang said with emotion, "However, although I am not in Hokkaido, my heart has always been with this sea and Neptune Fisheries."

Yuko Mikami looked at Ji Chang with a glimmer of admiration in her eyes. She knew that although Ji Chang was far away, his influence had never diminished. His decision-making and guidance had always been the key to the sustainable development of Neptune Fisheries.

"Ji Jun, do you have any plans for this time you come back?" Yuko Mikami asked curiously.

Ji Chang smiled slightly, his eyes far-reaching: "I plan to review our fishery development strategy, and perhaps make some new adjustments and arrangements. After all, the world and the market have changed a lot in the past five years."

Yuko Mikami nodded. She believed in Ji Chang's judgment and decision-making. "We all look forward to your guidance, Ji Jun."

Ji Chang turned around and looked at the busy female divers who were operating skillfully on the deck, with each of their faces filled with concentration and enthusiasm.

"Yuko, take me to see the new changes in Poseidon Fisheries in recent years." Ji Chang said. He wanted to understand the development of the fishery more intuitively.

Yuko Mikami showed Ji Chang around the boat and introduced him to new fishing equipment, improved fishing net technology and new management methods. Ji Chang nodded as he listened, and he was satisfied with the progress of Neptune Fisheries.

After the visit, Nori and Mikami returned to the captain's room. Nori sat in the captain's chair and let Mikami sit on his knees.

Such a scene is really worth remembering for Yuko Mikami, because it has been a long time since she was so close to Ji Chang.

A faint blush appeared on Yuko Mikami's face. She lowered her head shyly, feeling the warmth coming from Ji Chang. Ji Chang gently hugged her waist and said with a smile: "Yuko, you have worked hard over the years. You have made an indelible contribution to the success of Neptune Fisheries today."

Yuko Mikami raised her head and looked at Ji Chang with a firm look in her eyes: "Ji Jun, it is my greatest honor to work for you and Neptune Fisheries. I just did what I should do."

Ji Chang nodded. He knew that Yuko Mikami had always been the most loyal assistant and the backbone of Neptune Fisheries.

"Okay, let's go to the deck to see the sea view and discuss future plans." Ji Chang said, stood up, took Yuko Mikami's hand and walked out of the captain's room.

The two came to the deck, the sea breeze blew on their faces, the sun shone on the sea, and the waves sparkled. Ji Chang and Mikami Yuko leaned on the side of the ship and looked into the distance.

"Ji Jun, what do you think we should do next?" asked Yuko Mikami. She was always used to listening to Ji Chang's opinions.

Ji Chang pondered for a moment, then said: "First, we must continue to increase investment in scientific research to improve fishing efficiency and sustainable use of fishery resources. Second, we must expand the market, not only to consolidate the domestic market, but also to explore the international market. Finally, we must consider diversified development, such as developing marine tourism and deep processing of seafood."

Yuko Mikami listened carefully and nodded in agreement from time to time.

"Ji Jun, your ideas are always so clear. I will arrange things according to your plan." said Yuko Mikami.

Ji Chang smiled slightly: "Youzi, you should also put forward your own suggestions and ideas. Only by discussing together can we find the best path for development."

The two discussed on the deck for a long time until the sun set and the sunset glowed half the sky red.

"It's been a long time since I've looked at the sea so quietly. Enjoying Ji Jun's reward while looking at the sea is really the happiest thing in life." As she said this, Yuko Mikami hugged Ji Chang tightly.

"Yes, I haven't gone fishing with you for a long time. This time let's catch some tuna and get a big one." Ji Chang said happily.

This time he brought 20 fishing boats out to sea, which can be considered a large fleet.

In the whole of Hokkaido, there are only five fishing companies with such strength.

As the afterglow of the setting sun spread over the sea, the discussion between Ji Chang and Mikami Yuko gradually came to an end. They had already set the tone for the future development of the fishery, and the next step was to implement it in detail.

"Yuko, notify all boats that we will start fishing operations early tomorrow morning." Ji Chang gave the order, his voice full of determination and expectation.

Yuko Mikami immediately passed the order to the captains of the entire fleet through the ship's communication equipment. Soon, all the ships were ready and waiting for the next day's fishing operation.

The next day, as the morning light broke, 20 fishing boats, led by the Huaxia, began a massive fishing operation. The female divers were busy at their respective posts, casting nets, monitoring, and recording, and everything was in order.

Ji Chang stood at the bow of the Huaxia, scanning the sea with his sharp eyes. With his deep understanding and experience of the ocean, he guided the fleet to find the best fishing area.

"Mr. Ji, according to the fish detector, there are signs of a large number of tuna activities in the sea ahead." A crew member reported to Ji Chang.

Ji Chang nodded and immediately ordered: "All ships, move to the designated area and prepare to drop the nets."

As the order was issued, the entire fleet quickly and orderly assembled towards the target sea area. The female divers began to cast their nets, and huge fishing nets were thrown into the sea, waiting for the tuna to enter.

A few hours later, the fishing operation was a huge success. Nets were pulled out of the water one after another, filled with lively tuna, each of which was worth a lot of money. "Ji-kun, this time the harvest is very rich, and the total weight is estimated to reach several tons." Mikami Yuko excitedly reported to Ji Chang.

Ji Chang also showed a satisfied smile on his face: "Very good, this fishing operation was very successful, everyone has worked hard."

Although not all the fish caught are tuna, tuna still accounts for a considerable proportion.

This is just the beginning. After all, a deep-sea fishing trip takes more than ten days. It is not possible to catch a full catch and return in one day.

With the success of the fishing operation, the morale of the entire fleet has greatly increased. Ji Chang knows that this is just a good start, and they need to maintain this momentum and make full use of this opportunity to go out to sea.

"Yuko, let everyone stay vigilant. We can't relax just because of one success." Ji Chang reminded Yuko Mikami that he knew that ocean fishing was full of uncertainties and they must always be prepared to deal with various situations.

Yuko Mikami nodded seriously: "I understand, Ji-kun. I will notify all ships to remain vigilant to ensure that our fishing operations can continue smoothly."

In the following days, under the command of Ji Chang, the fleet continued to carry out orderly fishing operations at sea. They used advanced fishing equipment and scientific management methods to continuously improve fishing efficiency, and the number and variety of fish harvested also continued to increase.

In the intervals between fishing, Ji Chang was not idle. He used his knowledge and experience to classify and study the caught fish, and explore more ways to improve fishing efficiency.

"Mr. Ji, our catch this time has far exceeded our expectations. It seems that your strategy is very effective." Looking at the growing catch, Yuko Mikami became more convinced of Ji Chang's decision.

Ji Chang smiled and said: "This is not just my credit, but the result of the efforts of the entire team. We must continue to maintain this state and strive to achieve greater results during this sea trip."

As time went on, the fleet's fishing operations became more and more successful, and the fish harvested were not only abundant in quantity but also of high quality.

After six days at sea, Ji Chang's fleet caught countless fish.

On the sixth night, Ji Chang asked the chef to prepare a big meal, and he planned to celebrate with the female divers.

After all, they had a very hard time during these six days. Each of them worked very hard and extremely diligently.

These female divers are all the female divers that Ji Chang is familiar with, and they are all her fans.

Ji Chang knew that the efforts and hard work of the female divers were the key to the success of the fleet, so he decided to hold a celebratory dinner to express his gratitude to them.

The dinner was held in the restaurant of Huaxia. The female divers sat around several large round tables. The atmosphere was warm and cozy. Ji Chang stood in front of the restaurant and raised his glass to thank everyone.

"Everyone, I have seen and remembered your hard work and dedication over the past six days." Ji Chang's voice echoed in the restaurant, "Without you, we wouldn't have achieved what we have today. Tonight, let's enjoy this sumptuous dinner to celebrate our success and cheer for our future work!"

The female divers raised their glasses one after another, their faces filled with satisfied and proud smiles. They knew that their efforts were recognized, which was the most gratifying thing.

At the dinner, the chefs prepared a variety of fresh seafood, including freshly caught tuna. The fish was carefully cooked, exuding an enticing aroma that made people salivate. In addition to seafood, there were also various vegetables, meats and desserts, so that everyone could feast on them.

Kiyoshi and Mikami Yuko moved between tables, chatting with the Ama and sharing their stories and experiences. Laughter and conversation filled the restaurant, and the atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable.

While celebrating, Ji Chang did not forget his future goals. He took this opportunity to introduce his long-term plans to the female divers, including marine ecological research and sustainable use of fishery resources.

"We should not only catch fish, but also protect the ocean so that it will always be full of vitality." Ji Chang's words are full of longing for the future.

After hearing this, the female divers expressed their support, knowing that this was not only a respect for the ocean, but also a respect for their work.

After the dinner, Ji Chang and Mikami Yuko stood on the deck, looking at the sea under the starry sky. The sea breeze was blowing, the stars were shining, and their mood was as calm and profound as this quiet night.

"Yuko, look, this sea and these stars have witnessed our growth and hard work." Ji Chang said with emotion.

Mikami Yuko snuggled up to Ji Chang and responded softly, "Yes, Ji Jun. I believe that as long as we continue to work hard, the future of Neptune Fisheries will be brighter."

"Yuuko, after this assessment, I decided to shoot some documentaries about fishing, and later on I might shoot a TV series about Ama women. I might need you to go abroad when the time comes. Is that okay with you?"

Yuko Mikami was slightly stunned, and then she showed an excited smile: "Ji Jun, this is really an unexpected surprise. Of course I have no problem, I feel very honored to be able to contribute to the promotion of Neptune Fisheries."

Ji Chang nodded. He knew that Yuko Mikami was not only an excellent captain, but also a living signboard of Neptune Fisheries. Her image and story could well demonstrate the spirit and culture of Neptune Fisheries.

“Then it’s settled,” Ji Chang said with a smile. “I will contact a professional production team to shoot these documentaries and TV series. We will not only show the fishing process, but also the lives of the haenyeo and our commitment to protecting the marine ecology.”

Yuko Mikami nodded seriously: "I understand, Ji-kun. I will prepare myself and make sure to show my best in front of the camera."

In the next few days, the fleet continued to fish at sea. At the same time, Ji Chang began to communicate with the production team to discuss the specific plans and details of the filming.

As the fishing operation was drawing to a close, the production team also arrived at Huaxia, bringing with them professional photography equipment and preparing to start filming.

Yuko Mikami performed very naturally in front of the camera. She introduced the history of the sea king fishery, fishing techniques, and the daily life and work of the female divers. She also led the crew to visit the fishing boat and showed the whole process of fishing operations.

The filming of the documentary and TV series not only records the fishing activities of Haiwang Fishery, but also shows the love of the women divers for the ocean and their dedication to their work. These images will be spread to a wider audience, allowing more people to understand and pay attention to marine fisheries and marine ecological protection.

As the filming progressed, the fleet's fishing operation also came to a successful conclusion. Under the command of Noriyoshi, the fleet returned to Ishikari Port with a full load.

After returning to the port, Ji Chang and Mikami Yuko received a warm welcome. Their fishing operations and the upcoming documentaries and TV series have attracted widespread attention from all walks of life.

Ji Chang knows that this is just the beginning. The development of Haiwang Fishery still has a long way to go. But he believes that as long as they continue to work hard and adhere to the concept of sustainable development, Haiwang Fishery will surely usher in a more brilliant future.

And Yuko Mikami, as the captain and ambassador of Neptune Fisheries, will continue to exert her leadership and influence in future journeys and lead Neptune Fisheries to a wider ocean.

(End of this chapter)