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Takeshi needs a commercial oven to reopen a neighborhood bakery

A neighborhood bakery in Tokyo needs help replacing a commercial oven after the demolition of the market.

🇯🇵 Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan1,989 views
Takeshi Yamazaki
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For twelve years I have run a neighborhood bakery in Tokyo. In January, the demolition of the market took a commercial oven. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 weeks. This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment. Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $3,250 goes: • Replacing a commercial oven: $2,000 • Initial stock: flour, butter and sugar: $740 • Shop repairs and licensing: $510 Thanks for being kind about this. - Takeshi
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  1. Quick update: $834 raised so far (26%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Meena P. Kapoor

    Sending good thoughts. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Lagos

    • Dương Hậu Chau

      Hang in there, Takeshi. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up.

      • Nimal Hasitha DissanayakeQuestion

        Is there anything that isn't money that would help Takeshi?

        • Takeshi YamazakiOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

          Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing a commercial oven, advice is welcome too. It helps to be asked.

      • Abigail Dunn

        Thinking of you, Takeshi. Looking forward to the next update. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

        • Nakato Grace Mrema

          I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Wish I lived closer to São Paulo so I could bring a meal. Love from San Cristóbal de las Casas

          • Nazia Hira Aslam

            Hang in there, Takeshi. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

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