this city in laguna province is a drive about an hour from manila.his vocational school boasts a 23-year history. it's always given lessons on japanese technology, mainly from the manufacturing industry. last year it began teaching specific skills in four industries. classes related to the food service industry such as cooking, customer service and hygiene control are especially popular. they help in passing the skills test, bringing studentsts one sp closer to the new visa. >> she is seeking to pass the food service industry test. she studied electronics and communication engineering in college, but is considering working in japan due to the difficulty of finding work in the philippines. >> after five months in the japanese language course, she successfully passed the language course. if she passes the skills test, she'll be able to apply for the visa at long last. her grades are always at the top of the class. the eight hour day of classes has ended. students are required to live in dormitories to help them concentrate on their studies. around 180