Lets help Yoshi beat the big C (cancer)

As many of you may already know, our dear friend Yoshi has recently been diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer. The cancer is currently at stage 3C, with metastases affecting several lymph nodes in her chest and neck area.

Receiving such news is never easy, and it’s a journey no one should have to walk alone. But if there’s one thing we all know about Yoshi, it’s that she is incredibly strong, optimistic, and deeply committed to her health and wellbeing. Her resilience continues to inspire everyone around her.

Since her diagnosis, Yoshi has faced additional health challenges and has been in the hospital for several weeks undergoing intensive tests and treatment. As many of us know, battling cancer takes a toll not only physically and emotionally, but financially as well. With much of her support network living outside Japan, Yoshi is currently carrying the majority of this burden on her own.

Yoshi has always been a loyal friend and a vibrant member of our community—someone who gives wholeheartedly and supports others with grace and kindness. Now, it’s our turn to show up for her. We’re reaching out to ask for your support, in whatever way you can give, to help ease some of the weight she’s carrying. Together, we can help ensure that Yoshi feels the love and strength of her community as she continues this difficult fight.

This journey is a marathon, not a sprint—and if anyone’s up for a challenge, it’s Yoshi. Just like a five-set match, it takes strength, endurance, and the support of a cheering crowd. Let’s rally behind her and help her serve up a win in this fight!

Let’s rally around her with hope, compassion, and generosity. Any amount large or small will go along way.

*Please note: due to GoFund me not being supported in Japan, Yoshi and Cat Stalmachowski have agreed for Cat to manage and transfer the funds to Yoshi weekly, should you have concerns please speak with Yoshi, Cat Stalmachoswki or Jess Mileusnic*

Thank you!!!