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Welcome to 39 Japan! The name “39” comes from san-kyu (3 = san, 9 = kyu), meaning “thank you.” This channel is my way of expressing gratitude for the beauty and stories that connect us across cultures.
What began during 2020 as a fun project with my son has grown into a journey of creativity and discovery. Life has brought me to California, but my heart remains in Japan, and I continue to share the hidden wonders of both countries.
From rural traditions in Japan to adventures in America, my videos capture the unspoken beauty of life. With a love for music and minimal narration, I aim to create reels that inspire, entertain, and provide moments of peace.
Every video is crafted with care, celebrating the little treasures of the world. Thank you for being part of 39 Japan-where every story is a note of thanks. Subscribe and join me in exploring the unseen and unforgettable!
What began during 2020 as a fun project with my son has grown into a journey of creativity and discovery. Life has brought me to California, but my heart remains in Japan, and I continue to share the hidden wonders of both countries.
From rural traditions in Japan to adventures in America, my videos capture the unspoken beauty of life. With a love for music and minimal narration, I aim to create reels that inspire, entertain, and provide moments of peace.
Every video is crafted with care, celebrating the little treasures of the world. Thank you for being part of 39 Japan-where every story is a note of thanks. Subscribe and join me in exploring the unseen and unforgettable!
The Circle of Kiryu Matsuri
Step into the vibrant world of Kiryu Matsuri, a celebration that brings together generations in a dance of tradition, rhythm, and unity. From the majestic Dashi floats to the dynamic Yagibushi dances around the Yagura, this video captures the essence of one of Japan’s most cherished festivals. Experience the Mikoshi procession, the joy of families dancing together, and the artistry of professional performers. Witness how the streets of Kiryu come alive with music, color, and community spirit. Join us in celebrating the timeless Circle of Kiryu Matsuri.
CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO -----------
00:00 Intro
00:21 The Eve of the Matsuri
00:46 Dashi Floats
01:23 The Sacred Journey of the Mikoshi
02:52 United in Dance
03:13 Kiryu Yagibushi Campaign Staff
04:39 Awa Odori Suzakuren
06:30 Kiryu Yagibushi Appare Kai
08:11 Yagibushi
10:07 The Heart of Kiryu Matsuri
Music Credits-------
Adobe (www.stock.adobe.com):
"Investigation of Japanese Drums" by Komura Masaki, via Adobe Stock.
"Japanese Style Festival Danjiri Dumpling Energetic Heat" by RYOpianoforte, via Adobe Stock.
"Fuji Taiko" by Koorogi, via Adobe Stock.
"Malice" by Click Audio, via Adobe Stock.
"Kodo Taiko Stomp Percussion" by Akashic Records, via Adobe Stock.
"Japanese Style EDM", by TAKUYASD, via Adobe Stock.
CONTENTS OF THIS VIDEO -----------
00:00 Intro
00:21 The Eve of the Matsuri
00:46 Dashi Floats
01:23 The Sacred Journey of the Mikoshi
02:52 United in Dance
03:13 Kiryu Yagibushi Campaign Staff
04:39 Awa Odori Suzakuren
06:30 Kiryu Yagibushi Appare Kai
08:11 Yagibushi
10:07 The Heart of Kiryu Matsuri
Music Credits-------
Adobe (www.stock.adobe.com):
"Investigation of Japanese Drums" by Komura Masaki, via Adobe Stock.
"Japanese Style Festival Danjiri Dumpling Energetic Heat" by RYOpianoforte, via Adobe Stock.
"Fuji Taiko" by Koorogi, via Adobe Stock.
"Malice" by Click Audio, via Adobe Stock.
"Kodo Taiko Stomp Percussion" by Akashic Records, via Adobe Stock.
"Japanese Style EDM", by TAKUYASD, via Adobe Stock.
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すばらしいです。桐生祭りすごいですね。
Thank you so much for watching and your comment. It is always appreciated!
Christmas in America is wonderful. Each household is like a small shop, beautifully decorated.
Thank you so much for your comment! Many years ago, most houses were beautifully decorated with Christmas lights, creating a truly festive atmosphere. These days, there are fewer decorated houses, but when they do light up, the displays can still be absolutely spectacular.
The short film starts strong with duality between two characters and above all I think this is the most important. My grandmother made dresses, and for this filmmaker to reach within to describe an understanding "within" and "out" through the language of dresses was a delivery of information. Also, I appreciated the filmmaker's reflection of dual characters with the artisans who did the designing. From Creator to Creation, there could be a carry-through. Whether we were talking in the light of Ariel/Mary Poppins, etc versus Ursula/Cruella, I felt the filmmaker weighed each character in opposition fairly. For example, by mentioning the Mickey Mouse outline in Cruella's dress gives a little confidence for the forwardly erring character. The filmmaker's mentions of design-detail and embroidery (intricacy) to fill any gaps of opposition in the characters' persona was a fair treatment. In her few final scenes, some character-opposition is broken in the mentioning of Cinderella's stepsister combination. By "celebrating" them as characters, we leave straddling the "good vs bad," and within the Director, find peace and humility and acceptance within story platform (and perhaps real life??) Thanks for the great video. It brought back some memories of my family's interest in dresswork.
wonderful
Many thanks. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our videos.
子どもはちょっと怖いかもしれませんが、迫力が凄いですね。ハラハラドキドキ楽しめますね❤ 2:39
ご視聴いただきありがとうございます!皆さんからのコメントもいつも感謝しています。子どもたちには少し怖いシーンもあるかもしれませんが、ハロウィンなので、長く怖くなりすぎないようにテンポを調整しました。素敵なハロウィンの飾り付けを楽しんでいただければ嬉しいです。
This turned out awesome Dar! I shared it with my neighborhood group so they could see too 😊
Thank you so much for guiding me throughout your neighborhood. It was spectacular. And thank you for sharing the video! ❤️
Love all the bats! 🦇🦇🦇
Thank you for your comment and watching.
I ❤ the beginning.
Thank you for watching and your comment.
We’ll done! I enjoyed your video very much Your journey is very similar to mine. I came to Japan in ‘92 and have been here since. When I went home to visit family in the states I think the biggest culture shock for me was to go a week without a Japanese bidet/toilet. LoL
Thank you for watching and your comment. So you know how I feel. We have same timeline. Toilets here are cold, except for the one I gave my mom about 20 years ago from Japan. I packed it in my suitcase. And it still works! Thanks again for your comment. It is nice to hear from people like you. I gives me strength and a smile. ありがとう😊
Idk if I can ever go back to the USA after moving here
I completely understand. I first came to Japan saying “I am only here for a year” and that was 35 years ago.
Oh man you went to California as it’s falling apart?
Yes. I couldn’t help it. Thanks for your comment.
かわいいわんちゃんですね❤
コメントとご視聴ありがとうございます。最後の犬の目が私の心を溶かしました。
Nah my classmates is here
Thank you for watching!
So cute❤
Thank you for watching. His eyes at the end of the video just melt my heart.
Hi. I think you painted a good picture of how to connect or reconnect to something in "recession" when comparing to the more vivid, and vibrating Japan. It also seems that when you had proximity with a singular, neat, and the advanced idea of your relationship with the Japanese lifestyle, in 1989, you could create yourself as more of an attraction. Still, I entirely bow down to your ability to find yourself in America, in shadowed ways, in order to survive. But above all, that you did this for your mother (the replacement for Japan) makes me wonder if you can acclaim a height of of comparable satisfaction as you could when you were away. Thank you for this video. It prepares me for anything that may occur in my life and how to fit into the unpredictable tomorrow.
Thank you for your comment and watching. Life takes us on many journeys whether we are prepared for it or not. We find out what we are capable of doing when we are challenged. I am not sure exactly how to navigate my life journey right now. But I believe if I keep moving forward that I find the road. Thank you again for all of your support!
“I give up!” Hilarious.
Thank you for watching and your comment.
@@39JAPAN Love your channel and all of its fun variety!! You really capture the moment. Blessings!!
Interesting way to describe it . I left for Japan when Reagan got elected for the second time. I knew things were not going to get any better. I’m so thankful I lived here when I had my heart attack the hospital bill came to grand total of $2,000 including the ambulance ride and it would have been only half that had I not had a private room once I got out of the ICU. 17 days in the hospital. And my work insurance covered that $2,000. I can’t even conceive of how much it would’ve cost me in the states. When I left my employment after 35 years my School gave me two years of full pay! Yes there are downsides in living in Japan like it’s really hard to find grits.
Thank you for your comment! I loved reading it. I understand completely about the health care and company pension system over there. It is so much better. Even all kids have free healthcare until the age of 12. My son had a few operations and I walked out with no line to wait in, no insurance papers to sign, and no letters with payments due. So much easier and less stressful. I am sorry about the grits.😭 I know they are hard to find. I think the only place that had them was online store FBC, which is now gone. Thank you again. I am glad you are well and have great care in Japan. I miss it. 😢
@@39JAPAN I’m sorry you had to experience the health system here in such a scary fashion, we’ve been lucky with our son. When you mention FBC so many images & emotions flooded through me. I don’t know how many Christmases, thanksgivings, when her son was little Halloweens were made special with FBC’s help. We live in Sakai, so they were easy to get to. And of course their delivery. They were super nice as you well know. I hope your adjustments are going smoothly. When my. Brother moved back in 1991 after 12 years his reverse culture shock left him in a bad state for about 2 years, but he also had other issues.
Thank you for your comments. My son is fine, and I was so lucky to be in Japan with the surgeries and care. I am not sure I would have been able to pay for it all. FBC was a great store for us. I remember when I first found out about them, I was so happy. It is was way before Costco came to Japan. That store gave us a little bit of home to us. It was the first place I found pumpkins for Halloween. I was sad to see them close up shop in Japan, but I could understand why with Costco and other stores bring in the foreign goods. I am trying to navigate my path here in America. I am not sure of my course. But my mom is at ease that I am home with her. Thank you again for watching and your comment. Take care and have a wonderful week!
What is the pay in Japan vs the US again? The left have destroyed America but the concept of independent health care is good. The problem was the government getting involved.
Mata ne.
またね!👋
I love local honor system farms it helps locals and it helps integrity in mankind. 💚
I 💯 agree!! Thank you for watching and your wonderful comment.
Oh my 7.00 a dozen wow!! where is this?
@@TheThewildboarbacon idk but where I live in Humboldt County the farmer market eggs are $6.00 but the yolks are orange and the eggs tastes are off the hook. Really egg-cellent 😂👍🏼
It the Best Apple Company in Nipomo, California.
This is their FB link with all their information: facebook.com/BestAppleCo
The bathtubs don’t seem comfortable. We have porcelain and ceramic. And hope you can treat/teach others as your were treated in Japan. Otherwise you have not changed. Another thing chains aren’t the same.
First, thank you for watching and your comment. I very much appreciate it. And yes, you are right. I learned from them respect for others and all things, be patient and learn, and so much more. I will try my best to treat/teach people as I was treated. Thank you for reminding me! By the way, are you talking about the US bathtubs? They have not improved since I left 35 years ago. I am cold again! And the chains, I am not sure yet because I haven’t had a chance to go out much since I have been home. I am sure you are correct.
@@39JAPAN yes US have better bathtubs. The bathtubs in Japan are like fiberglass because it’s mostly electrical. You will find kind people in US. They stand out because it comes as surprises!
Thank you! I feel I have found one in you.
I lived in Japan from 83 to 93 and again from 97 to 99. I still struggle with life in the US. I wish that your return will be as smooth as it possibly can. 💮
Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly appreciate your support and understanding. Adjusting back to life in the U.S. has its challenges, but knowing that there are people like you who empathize with the experience makes it a bit easier. Wishing you all the best!
なつかしい物ばかりですね。日本もこんなだったのかなあ?アメリカと日本どちらも故郷かなあ?
その気持ち、よくわかります。それぞれの場所が特別な思い出を持ち、違った形で故郷のように感じられるのは素晴らしいことですね。アメリカと日本の両方が私を形作ってくれましたし、どちらの国の経験も大切にしています。
You were supposed to scoop the hot water out of the tub ;)
Now! Someone tells me. 😂
I love the shot of the cherry trees above the girls and the mothers. So beautiful!
Thank you for watching and your comment. It beauty of the trees were amazing.
wtf is this
I am sorry it was not to your liking. Thank you for giving us your time.
AI generated content
@@bparker06 Yes, I mentioned in the description there are 7 photos that are AI generated stock photos; for example, the big hair photos and the Japanese servers.
I have been here in Japan for 7 years. I probably have 3-5 years left and not looking forward to going back to that toilet called the USA. I am only going back because I have two sons there but if I didn't I would never step foot back in that shit whole 3rd world country and most of all CA.
Thank you for watching. I understand your feelings. I came back for family, too. I loved my life in Japan, but family is family, so I am here. Enjoy your life in Japan, and I hope your sons are doing well. I truly hope that when you do come back to America, it will be better than you expect.
@@39JAPAN .....It will be, as we now have a house in Texas and got out of CA all together.
I have never been to Texas. But I have heard a lot of people are moving to Texas these days. 😀
@@39JAPAN ......They love it. Clean and safer than CA
It’s a toilet ever since you left 😅
It was nostalgic to see old Japanese houses. But now I don't want to squat into the toilet. The American scenery is so beautiful. I'd like to go there someday.
Thank you for watching. My old house does not exist anymore. It was a fun time. We did not have much but it was such a wonderful time. The toilets were not so fun, and many times I add to grab the pipe for balance. I would always worry if I would break it. Thank you again.
Where can we get those pans? I really want one of those.
We got them at the Costco Roadshow.
Fun video about cleaning pans.😂
Thank you for watching and your comment. It was fun making this video.
A fun video combining Barbie and Madonna Inn.
Thank you so much for your comment. We are glad you liked it.
I loved the baby's laughter.
Thank you for watching and your comment. Yes, I agree his laughter is precious.
I enjoyed your section about the haunted gate.
Thank you for watching and your comment. The Hori Gate has a very interesting history and legend.
I liked the Cruella dress the best, but your Under the Sea chapter was the most interesting.
Thank you for watching and your comment. The Cruella outfit is very cool. I think the music to the Under the Sea section adds a lot to the feel of that section.
A feel good video of nature's beauty, family and friends.
Thank you for watching and your comment. It was truly a beautiful day full of love, laughter and beauty.
What a FUN trip!👏 Great video. I've never seen cherry blossoms in person. I wanna go next time.😁
Thank you for watching and your comment. I so much appreciate it! This year it was a spur of the moment thing to do because it had been raining a lot this year so not only were the cherry blossoms delayed but we were thinking it might not be possible to go. But we were so lucky. Actually I have never seen them in full bloom before. I was so impressed with their beauty. ❤️
キレイ😊 by tkhrAT
ご視聴、コメントありがとうございました。😃
ディズニー行きたい😊 by tkhrAT
コメントありがとうございます。ディズニーは楽しいところですね。私も行きたいです。😀
堀マラ疲れたw by tkhrAT
Thank you for watching and your comment. 😄
私は、ラプンツェルが、好き❤
視聴とコメントをしていただき、ありがとうございます。大変感謝しています。私もそれがとても可愛かったと思いました。
Do you even know the history of there
Yes. Some of it. My grandparents lived there a long time and would tell us the stories behind the places that we would visited.
that's not suburi, this is more shadow kendo
Thank you for your comment and letting me know that I mislabeled it. I will ask the Kendo teacher about shadow kendo. I had no idea. Thank you again.
@@39JAPAN I made up "shadow kendo" term with idea it is something similar to "shadow boxing". But to my knowledge, suburi is dozen of specific swings with specific form, they are intended as training exercises, and those on video are not them.
Okay. I understand but according to the Kendo Master what I filmed was Suburi. I just edited and applied music to it. Thank you for your comment.
Dyyyyftjkpu😮😮😮😮uuuu
素晴らしいドレスばかりですね。観ていて楽しくなります。夢の世界の様ですよ。
Thank you so much for watching. We always appreciate your comments.
かわい子ちゃんがたくさんいますね
ビデオをご覧いただき、素敵なコメントをいただきありがとうございます!全くその通りで、子供たちは本当に最高です。彼らの可愛さがたくさんの喜びをもたらしてくれます!
堀マラソンみんな頑張って走っていますね。ファミリーは楽しそうですね。マラソン観られて嬉しいです。
ありがとうございました😊
Very creative video.👏 Didn't even know this Inn existed.
Thank you very much. When you walk in one word describes it “Pink”.
Beautiful day for a run.🌞 Looks like a good time was had by all.
Yes, it was a lot of fun. So many people young and old having a good day together.
ナイスランです!
ありがとうございます❗️😊
Aaaaa
Thank you for watching.
Ini
Thank you for watching.