How did the invite to Buckingham Palace come about? What did I say to the King? Does this make me a Lord now? (Sadly no). All the answers lie in today’s rather bizarre episode recalling a sequence of events that felt like a weird dream.
I can see Chris' next video "10 things NOT to do when you meet both the KING of England and the EMPEROR of Japan." XD need tips for when this situation happens to me.
Except that Connor does not really like the british royalty. Apparently, welsh people have some ancient beef with the british royalty, idk the historical details.
Yeah but even this podcast is at 140k views on YT in under a week. That reach for the investment input in the video is better than most travel journalist and writers not using something like YT can achieve. A good UA-camr is not "just" that.
Never cut yourself short Chris. The first thing I thought when tuning in to watch the banquet was that, this would be a perfect event to have you and Sharla to attend. Then to my surprise, you were both there. I was so proud of you because this was truly an honor and they indeed deemed your contribution to Japan as a British citizen very important. You both represent a younger, current population of people bridging cultures. You indeed had a best selling book which many could never put on their resume. You both belonged there and I am more than sure you did a fantastic job.
Well said @lisaakinlabi. Chris is not only an amazing personality as a "UA-camr," but also a Sunday Times best selling author. The latter isn't to be sneezed at. I often wish that those with accomplishments like his were less self-effacing. Humility is a good thing, but so is knowing your worth and your contribution to others.
So apparently both the British royal and Japanese imperial households see you as an exemplar of the type of relationship they want between the two countries.
In 60s here and love Chris channels. Due to health issues I can't travel far and Chris is one of best people to follow so you feel like being there. I even tell friends who have traveled to Japan about Chris. Though Chris I found the Trash Taste guys and Iron Mouse. Lots of good times.
in Canada Chris, I'm 59 and love you tube. my 80 year old parents watched the majority of you and Connor do the cyclathon. Really enjoy everything you guys do!
Natsuki at Buckingham Palace would be an amazing thing. I also wish Pete could have driven you up in the Toyota Century...that would have been amazing. Great work Sir Chris Broad.
@@theglowcloud2215 not the american CIA that sex trafficks 2 million children a year? the united states is the second largest spanish speaking country in the world and it hates monarchism so they are trying to destroy it globally
We don't always stop learning new things at 45. I'm 79 and have following you and Sharla for years as well as several youtubers such as Cathy Cat from Ask Japanese. More than 50 years ago I was using Fortran and Cobal . My first computer had a massive memory of 64KB and of course my phone has more power today
Really great story, Chris. "Sir Chris." 67-year-old subscriber here. I've been watching you and Sharla and everyone else for many, many years. "New to the podcast" since you started showing it on UA-cam -- I haven't been one to use the proverbial "wherever you get your podcasts" stuff. My gosh, there are so many quality things going on in your videos -- the wit, the humor, the video and audio quality, the music, the sheer production quality, and THE FUN! Sharla has always had "her way" of doing things, and it's just so enjoyable to spend some time with her. Then all of the things you do with everyone else -- Wacky Weekends, the cyclethons, and it just goes on. I "cut the cord" a few years ago (cancelled cable TV) mostly because "there wasn't anything on" that I found worth watching. What I wound up watching most of the time has been plain-old UA-cam videos -- like yours. Really great quality stuff, every single day. And it's not like I'm some big fan of Japan or anything like that -- whatever you folks are up to, it's always well worth watching. Keep up the good work, and we'll see you next time!
I think that is quite an honor and a sign of respect the Emperor chose Chris as his liaison to the King of England and the People of England for that very moment.
I do think it's hilarious (and honestly fair) that a UA-camr is being invited to meet Charles and the Emperor of Japan, and Harry and Meghan aren't. Lol. Now, how does he get a tiara moment next time? ;) I'm ready to sign a petition that says "What Chris wants, Chris gets!"
I'm a 55+ viewer and Patreon member and have been watching your content since I got home from my first trip to Japan in 2015. Haven't made it back yet, but hopefully in the near future! I loved Japan and actually cried as our plane left Narita. I did not want to come home and I turned to UA-cam to help me continue my Japan immersion. Well done on earning the invite to BP! Glad you both had a great time.
Chris, you earned your invite to that dinner. Your presence was far more valid than certain outgoing failed pms and former pms, like cameron, who did everyone dirty. You have done some very silly videos, but then you really interesting stuff about various locations around Japan, and you tend to do it in a respectful way. That earned you the following you have here. And you built a life for yourself in Japan. What you and your freinds do make a country like Japan accessible and less daunting, demonstrating how treating people from a different culture with respect opens doors and gains freindships. Natsuki being a prime example. As an aside, when i heard that the Emperor was here for a state banquet with Charlie, (not sure if you've heard, new £20 notes have is face on them now) I thought to myself, wouldn't it be cool if Chris Broad was there too?, had a chuckle and forgot all about it until i saw Sharla's insta post last week. I laughed so hard, and then thought yep, they deserved to be there! Go ahead and crow, get it oit of your system. Write the first chapter of your next book about it.
You have definitely earned the invite. You are a great ambassador for all things Japan and promoting tourism to Japan from the UK. I'm so glad Sharla could go to as she is representing Canada in Japan and King Charles is still head of state for Canada too, so they got a double win. It is lovely to see you recognised and if there is a reciprocal visit I would expect you to be on the guest list for the Japanese equivalent. French is the language of the Royal Court (care of William the Conquerer!), hence a french menu. Keep the Kings private secretary on your Christmas card list, useful person to know.
I've been brought up through my teenage watching your videos since 2016, and to see how far you've come is wild. Being Japanese and brought up in the UK you're videos always take me home and give me strength !! I really appreciate your work Lord Affable !!
Don’t underestimate your influence, sir. You are a representative of the British Empire (such as it is), AND A DAMNED GOOD ONE. As evidenced by “the common folk” being aware of, and admirers of, your work. And my wife and I, lowly American citizens, are grateful for it!
Oh wow this is so deserved. I don’t know if Chris will ever see this but his videos have given me relief at the end of some very hard work days, and as someone who doesn’t have a TV he’s the only channel I turn to which is pure fun and entertainment. Thank you Chris I’m so happy for you
Genuine congratulations from an old git significantly older than 40! Your modesty and humility in the face of such an honor is one of the reasons we love you so much. This recognition is not just a reflection of you and your talent and hard work, but of everyone involved in the AIJ universe. Congratulations again, I look forward to seeing you winding up American Pete and the Trash Taste gang now that you move in such rarefied circles!
Chris is a sterling and admirable example of someone who got to the top by working incredibly hard and, at the same time, being enormously generous. He was already a well-established UA-camr with millions of followers when I wrote to him that I was studying Japanese. He answered with a long response of how he himself went about it. Yes, some or even most of it was probably previously prepared, but it was still extremely kind. Thus he inspires such loyalty.
"I need the taste of beer so I can sleep better" Connor is truly a grumpy old man on the inside. Kudos to him though for his dedication whilst cycling! Non-alcoholic beer sounds dreadful, but I'm not super into beer anyway. Being pregnant, I order soda water with a lime to feel fancy.
Wow! Congratulations! 🎉 What a cool honor! 😊 Meeting both King Charles and the Emperor of Japan (and their spouses) at Buckingham Palace! Truly a once in a lifetime experience!😊 Through I have to say, being chauffeured by Pete Donaldson in his beautiful Toyota Century onto the Palace grounds would have been awesome!👍🏻
Congrats on seeing the King and Queen of Great Britain and the Emperor of Japan. You are one of the people that done something others have not done. Br proud you got to share a memory with Charla.
Come on Chris... I am 59 and from the USA and I am well aware of what youtube is. Love AIJ and your ability to bring the culture of Japan to the rest of the world. I love Japan, and my favorite place is Kyoto. Thank you for what you and Sharla bring to that thing called U-tube
When I first saw this I have to admit, I was thinking "Ha Ha some middle aged civil servant has decided they need to invite a token person to represent da Yoof'. And there may be some of that, but the more I thought about it the more I was glad, and to a certain degree proud that you were invited, as I genuinely believe that you do represent something positive about the UK/Japan relationship, and how UA-cam can be something more than clickbait drama reaction content. You constantly entertain, Yes but you also: Show respect to Japanese culture and people Show parts of Japan that need people to know about them and visit them Don't shy away from the problems that face Japan. And at a time when toxic UA-camrs are more of a thing, I think it is important to give kudos to UA-camrs are better than that, and show a realisation that you can and do help shape how a generation of people view Japan. So kudos to you mate! You deserve it :)
I subscribe to a few Travel vlogger channels on UA-cam, but this is the only one which focuses on one singular country. Well done, Chris. You have made it in your profession! I don't think this invite would have happened if it weren't for you focusing all of your material on Japan specifically. Well done! 👏👏👏
It's cool that Chris a peasant was invited to meet the royals. Your star is ascending. When you are going to be Sir Chris honorary ambassador to Japan? This is the first step! I'm very happy for you Sir Colin!
PS. This was not a random event Chris. You did not just show up to eat some food. The fact that you were invited says that you were noticed as a person who is spreading goodwill between the English and Japanese. You were part of a much larger political message, perhaps a small part, but still important. Both governments approved/noticed your attendance. Perhaps if King Charles ever visits Japan, you may invited again. Jolly good show!
I’ve been eagerly anticipating this vlog. Thank you so much for sharing your experience receiving the invitation, getting kitted out and actually going to Buckingham Palace and meeting King Charles III, the Emperor, Empress and Camilla and the other dignitaries. It was heartening to hear that many of the staff knew of your work. It really is no surprise the extent of you being recognized. I truly hope that you and Sharla had an enjoyable time. Congratulations! Well done. 👍🙏😎
And behind it all, lurking in the shadows, is Ryotaro, the secret Shogun of Japan otherwise known as Tokugawa Rissotaro. "Yes, puff up the ego of the Englishman. It will be more the sweeter when I send him crashing down! HOHOHO!!!" (laughing like arrogant rich ladies in a comedy anime)
As a longtime member of the over-60 Abroad in Japan team, happily viewing since the first Journey Across Japan (and shipping you and Sharla ever since), I’d like to say: well done, and you no doubt have many more older fans than you think. We lurk, we nap… 😂
I think you are selling yourself short here: Its not like you were randomly selected to attend that event. Your content and quality was what made you stand out.
Absolutely wild seeing this channel evolve over the last 10 years or so and seeing Colin in Japan end up in Buckingham Palace of all places. You've been here for a large part of my life and taught everyone here more about Japan than any Japanese politician could dare to imagine so it's very well deserved.
In my first year on the JET Programme, Emperor Hirohito died. I was watching his funeral on TV, and one of the presenters said, "Arigatou zonjimasu". Someone at the Board of Education that I worked at, said that it was special language used for imperial occasions. Never heard it used since, but that stuck in my mind. I always wanted to use it.
I can't speak for Sharla, but I can say many of us Canadians do not fly everywhere because it's insanely expensive. We drive for days and take ferries across oceans rather than fly sometimes.
Well done Chris, what a great honour. I used to work there many years ago and worked at many state visits, the menus and service are something special.
Josh and Ollie from The Korean Englishman were also invited to Buckingham Palance when the Korean President was a guest. So they know exactly whom they also want to have on the guest list.
Your chauffer experience reminds me of a family story from the eighties. The queen was visiting Canada, and holding a banquet for athletes. My niece, as a Canadian Olympic team member, was invited. Our family was far more excited and impressed than she was: "What are you going to wear?! " Niece: "Uhhh... a dress?" "Are you going to hire a chauffer?" Niece: "I'll probably just take the bus". In the end, her mother drove her. We watched it on local TV. In this long line of fancy limos, up pulls a slightly battered Toyota, and without waiting for a valet to open the door, out from the front seat pops my niece. wearing a simple summer frock. All in a day's work.....
I think Natsuki would have charmed everyone at the palace! 😉 I remember when Charles and Diana came to Sudbury; I was stunned at how beautiful Diana was in person. One of the nurses that worked with me at the same company met Charles and shook his hand. He asked her a question and all she could do was point to a house and say "that's my friend's house" because she was too flabbergasted. 😂 I'm 64 and I definitely know what UA-cam is, I even put a few stupid posts up many years ago.
@@user-zp4ge3yp2o Mr flip-flop - when he was asked to define what a woman is, he couldn’t or wouldn’t do it - weak - will be pushed around by the more militant wing of the Labour Party - the UK is in for a terrible time.
Spotted you and Sharla on the Royal family channel. Had to Laugh when King Charles wished Hello Kitty a Happy Fiftieth Birthday. Congrats on Keir Starmer Our New Prime Minister.
If I was Chris, I’d go up to Prince William and said: “Good evening your Highness. I’m Chris, un-official ambassador to Japan from Kent. Lovely evening, isn’t it?” But, I saw Chris in YT Royal Channel video. And I’m happy for you. Your official title should be Japanese Videographer and an author. Every over 45 will know what that means. I expect Chris will soon receive an invitation to Japanese Royal Palace for another banquet. 😁👍
Excellent rephrasing of "UA-camr" except the official title should read British Videographer based in Japan and Sunday Times best selling author, Chris Broad: Abroad in Japan.
Whether you truly internalize it or not, you have become a leading cultural ambassador between Japan and the English speaking world. UA-cam may be our funny video website, but it's also the current generations' forums and news centers, etc etc etc. You may say 'I'm just a UA-camr' but really you are a journalist whose work is superb enough to warrant international attention. Out of place though you may have felt, you earned it.
I need something British; I know, the famously German Haribo!! It's very appropriate actually considering they're also talking about the British monarchy!
Food Historian Here! French menus are very common among older upper class groups especially in the late 17th and 18th even the early 19th century in Europe
Mr. Abroad Esquire has indeed changed a bit: "After a pretty good week" is how he now describes the time in which he got to meet the Emperor of Japan and the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the 14 other Common Wealth Realms. As for Sharla, King Charles III is no less her King, being a subject of one the aforementioned realms. At the risk of being denied future banquet invites, was it hanging out with the Royal family that convinced you to grab Haribo as a British treat for your journey back to Japan? Haribo, the company whose name is an abbreviation of Hans Riegel Bonn from the founder Johannes Riegel who founded the company in 1920, in Bonn. Lovely podcast and since I now won't be invited ever, I'm glad that you got to experience it, Chris. I'm sure it won't be that long until the next time. And it proves that I chose the right youtuber to like and subscribe to! I've met my King a few times, one of which was at a banquet. I wasn't there in my own right that time but rather as the escort of someone important. This is turning into a wall of text so I'll just carry on, shall I? I'm not surprised that you were invited. You have been a great ambassador for Japan throughout your videos and I'm sure you've inspired many to visit, and you've rekindled my fascination with Japan.
Sorry I take exception to your opinion that people over 45 don’t know what You Tube is. I’m 71 yrs young and watch You Tube all the time. AND I love your channel.
A nice milestone in your life. But it's true, I think the book you've written and the success you've had with it is crazy. I really respect that. I've read the book and it's an excellent read.
There is a live video of your time in Buckingham Palace. You and Sharla was sitting across from each other. Congrats on being invited. You deserve to there.
Chris, I have to add my voice to the many others here who are older - I'm 64 this year and I've been watching your UA-cam channel for at least 5 years (in preparation for a trip to Japan in 2019). My husband and I will be in Tokyo again in late September and you can bet that if we happen to see you in the street, we'll be sure to say hi and well done for everything!
I still think congratulations are still in order Chris! You may feel like its nothing but i think this is like an accumulation of all your achievements and them being acknowledged for certain! Keep it up, you are awesome
51:49 You did well by just getting there Chris because of everything you've done, Kudos to you! (and Sharla ^_^) Now in an alternate timeline: Emperor of Japan returning from the trip, summons his household assassin from the imperial dungeons: ''Get that Gajin guy, who dishonorably mispronounced emperor for me... will you?'' The assassin just laughed diabolically to revealed the face of Ryotoro as lighting reflected in the background 😂
Wow finally, I`ve been waiting for this one! Great fun to hear what went on in there, and what it`s like to meet the king, as a commoner.. (like me..) 😁
I tuned in to the video version after a couple weeks. Lets just say Pete's beard really makes me feel like he'd be the guy in a movie who's in a biker gang or somethin but is really nice and helpful, defying typical stereotypes.
How did the invite to Buckingham Palace come about? What did I say to the King? Does this make me a Lord now? (Sadly no). All the answers lie in today’s rather bizarre episode recalling a sequence of events that felt like a weird dream.
"Your _Majesty"_ for a king, Chris. "Your Highness" is for a prince.
Weirdest and most amazing story yet!!! So awesome.
@@Great_Sandwich After more than 70 years of the latter, I wonder if he'd even notice. ;)
@@danielschuett Nonetheless...
who wouldld they have asked, scabby joey
"Mr. Broad, the King would like to meet you."
"Only if the Emperor of Japan is there too, I need to be efficient with my time."
I can see Chris' next video "10 things NOT to do when you meet both the KING of England and the EMPEROR of Japan." XD
need tips for when this situation happens to me.
Connor always flexed how he got verified on Twitter first, I think this is your way that you can one up him 😂
Oh I'm sure he's already drilled in it quite a bit, and American Pete's surely heard a lot of it by now as well lol
Except that Connor does not really like the british royalty. Apparently, welsh people have some ancient beef with the british royalty, idk the historical details.
@@MsPaulisalike them or not it’s still a huge honor and this invite also meant Chris meeting the emperor of Japan. Connor’s never topping this
@@RyzawaVT Pete would have asked Chris to talk to the King about the crime rate in London. 👀
@@MsPaulisa Might have something to do with being conqured and absorbed...they are Welsh, not British right?
I honestly think Chris is more than just "UA-camr" I think he's closer to a travel journalist and writer really
Yeah but even this podcast is at 140k views on YT in under a week. That reach for the investment input in the video is better than most travel journalist and writers not using something like YT can achieve. A good UA-camr is not "just" that.
yes, that was my thoughts too, not just youtuber.
He's just bloody James Bond. The gig is up Chris!
Tourism Board (Unofficial) Employee, with Ryotaro as his handler.
Never cut yourself short Chris. The first thing I thought when tuning in to watch the banquet was that, this would be a perfect event to have you and Sharla to attend. Then to my surprise, you were both there. I was so proud of you because this was truly an honor and they indeed deemed your contribution to Japan as a British citizen very important. You both represent a younger, current population of people bridging cultures. You indeed had a best selling book which many could never put on their resume. You both belonged there and I am more than sure you did a fantastic job.
Well said @lisaakinlabi. Chris is not only an amazing personality as a "UA-camr," but also a Sunday Times best selling author. The latter isn't to be sneezed at. I often wish that those with accomplishments like his were less self-effacing. Humility is a good thing, but so is knowing your worth and your contribution to others.
Totally agree! Well deserved honour Chris! And Sharla! Well done!
younger = Millenials, people between 30 and 45. Yeah no.
@@BQD_Central Well the ones who have any semblance of intellect and drive. Who also have a concern for their future and networking.
@@revagreen2303well deserved? Are you another brainwashed person. Thereare many many more deserving of recognition.
Turns out Chris had to practice that "if you meet the Emperor" bow after all.
borrowing your comment for people to show Chris being... well Chris in the upper right corner ua-cam.com/video/dkEOIATzHp8/v-deo.html
You mean the 90 degrees box xD
Chris and Sharla much closer up!
ua-cam.com/video/dkEOIATzHp8/v-deo.html
So apparently both the British royal and Japanese imperial households see you as an exemplar of the type of relationship they want between the two countries.
56 here and love your channel Chris! And I am very aware of UA-cam. But TikTok no thank you😂
In 60s here and love Chris channels. Due to health issues I can't travel far and Chris is one of best people to follow so you feel like being there. I even tell friends who have traveled to Japan about Chris. Though Chris I found the Trash Taste guys and Iron Mouse. Lots of good times.
62 year old, here. They forget that we were online before they were born, don't they?
Ancients
@@Verchiel_ Fetus.
in Canada Chris, I'm 59 and love you tube. my 80 year old parents watched the majority of you and Connor do the cyclathon. Really enjoy everything you guys do!
*NATSUKI AT THE PALACE.*
HM: 'Why hello, Mr. er... _Natsuki._ Such a pleasure to meet you."
Natsuki: _"Like a fkng King!"_
"Your _Majesty"_ for a king, Chris. "Your Highness" is for a prince.
Natsuki at Buckingham Palace would be an amazing thing. I also wish Pete could have driven you up in the Toyota Century...that would have been amazing. Great work Sir Chris Broad.
Natsuki would start an international incident over a mistranslation
Or get kicked out for smoking on the king's balcony 😂
*NATSUKI AT THE PALACE:*
HM: 'Why hello, Mr. er... _Natsuki._ Such a pleasure to meet you."
Natsuki: "Like a fkng King!"
Natsuki loves The Sex Pistols
It would be chaos incarnate
Chris touched the royal sausages
Ah, just like Prince Andrew
@@theglowcloud2215 Rumour has it Prince Andrew also keeps a stock of haribo
@@nathan87 subtle, very subtle. :)
@@theglowcloud2215 not the american CIA that sex trafficks 2 million children a year?
the united states is the second largest spanish speaking country in the world and it hates monarchism so they are trying to destroy it globally
🤔💭
Chris im 64 and my husband is 75 , were Australian and we love you tube , its a fabulous resource for travel and you and Sharla are my favorites 😘
We are never going to hear the end of this, nothing will top this for Chris.
until next time!
We don't always stop learning new things at 45. I'm 79 and have following you and Sharla for years as well as several youtubers such as Cathy Cat from Ask Japanese. More than 50 years ago I was using Fortran and Cobal . My first computer had a massive memory of 64KB and of course my phone has more power today
The Rise of Sir Barry Chopsticks and the Yakitori Shogunate!
Keeper of the Famichiki
Colin has done well in Japan!
@@majordakka5743 First Baron Famichiki and soon-to-be First Baroness Famichiki
I am laughing my everything off 🤣thanks, what a hilarious comment! 😊😊
P. S. Love Chris and AiJ channel, I think he deserved the invitation.
Really great story, Chris. "Sir Chris." 67-year-old subscriber here. I've been watching you and Sharla and everyone else for many, many years. "New to the podcast" since you started showing it on UA-cam -- I haven't been one to use the proverbial "wherever you get your podcasts" stuff. My gosh, there are so many quality things going on in your videos -- the wit, the humor, the video and audio quality, the music, the sheer production quality, and THE FUN! Sharla has always had "her way" of doing things, and it's just so enjoyable to spend some time with her. Then all of the things you do with everyone else -- Wacky Weekends, the cyclethons, and it just goes on. I "cut the cord" a few years ago (cancelled cable TV) mostly because "there wasn't anything on" that I found worth watching. What I wound up watching most of the time has been plain-old UA-cam videos -- like yours. Really great quality stuff, every single day. And it's not like I'm some big fan of Japan or anything like that -- whatever you folks are up to, it's always well worth watching. Keep up the good work, and we'll see you next time!
I think that is quite an honor and a sign of respect the Emperor chose Chris as his liaison to the King of England and the People of England for that very moment.
I do think it's hilarious (and honestly fair) that a UA-camr is being invited to meet Charles and the Emperor of Japan, and Harry and Meghan aren't. Lol. Now, how does he get a tiara moment next time? ;) I'm ready to sign a petition that says "What Chris wants, Chris gets!"
I'm a 55+ viewer and Patreon member and have been watching your content since I got home from my first trip to Japan in 2015. Haven't made it back yet, but hopefully in the near future! I loved Japan and actually cried as our plane left Narita. I did not want to come home and I turned to UA-cam to help me continue my Japan immersion. Well done on earning the invite to BP! Glad you both had a great time.
Chris, you earned your invite to that dinner. Your presence was far more valid than certain outgoing failed pms and former pms, like cameron, who did everyone dirty.
You have done some very silly videos, but then you really interesting stuff about various locations around Japan, and you tend to do it in a respectful way. That earned you the following you have here.
And you built a life for yourself in Japan. What you and your freinds do make a country like Japan accessible and less daunting, demonstrating how treating people from a different culture with respect opens doors and gains freindships. Natsuki being a prime example.
As an aside, when i heard that the Emperor was here for a state banquet with Charlie, (not sure if you've heard, new £20 notes have is face on them now) I thought to myself, wouldn't it be cool if Chris Broad was there too?, had a chuckle and forgot all about it until i saw Sharla's insta post last week. I laughed so hard, and then thought yep, they deserved to be there!
Go ahead and crow, get it oit of your system. Write the first chapter of your next book about it.
You have definitely earned the invite. You are a great ambassador for all things Japan and promoting tourism to Japan from the UK. I'm so glad Sharla could go to as she is representing Canada in Japan and King Charles is still head of state for Canada too, so they got a double win. It is lovely to see you recognised and if there is a reciprocal visit I would expect you to be on the guest list for the Japanese equivalent.
French is the language of the Royal Court (care of William the Conquerer!), hence a french menu.
Keep the Kings private secretary on your Christmas card list, useful person to know.
I've been brought up through my teenage watching your videos since 2016, and
to see how far you've come is wild. Being Japanese and brought up in the UK
you're videos always take me home and give me strength !!
I really appreciate your work Lord Affable !!
Don’t underestimate your influence, sir. You are a representative of the British Empire (such as it is), AND A DAMNED GOOD ONE. As evidenced by “the common folk” being aware of, and admirers of, your work.
And my wife and I, lowly American citizens, are grateful for it!
Absolutely agree, Chris is special! 🥳
Oh wow this is so deserved. I don’t know if Chris will ever see this but his videos have given me relief at the end of some very hard work days, and as someone who doesn’t have a TV he’s the only channel I turn to which is pure fun and entertainment. Thank you Chris I’m so happy for you
You and Sharla looked elegantly superb, her dress was perfection. Well done!!
Can't wait until the TT boys has to address Chris as Sir Chris.
I hope they get a red carpet for the studio!
Chris man - you've done a lot for UK-Japan relations. That state banquet invitation was well deserved.
Genuine congratulations from an old git significantly older than 40! Your modesty and humility in the face of such an honor is one of the reasons we love you so much. This recognition is not just a reflection of you and your talent and hard work, but of everyone involved in the AIJ universe. Congratulations again, I look forward to seeing you winding up American Pete and the Trash Taste gang now that you move in such rarefied circles!
Chris is a sterling and admirable example of someone who got to the top by working incredibly hard and, at the same time, being enormously generous. He was already a well-established UA-camr with millions of followers when I wrote to him that I was studying Japanese. He answered with a long response of how he himself went about it. Yes, some or even most of it was probably previously prepared, but it was still extremely kind. Thus he inspires such loyalty.
45? I’m 78. I watch entirely too much UA-cam and you’re one of my fave UA-camrs. So there!
No other youtubers? That tells me someone at buckingham is a fan...
Chris already mentioned that someone close to the King is a fan of Chris.
"I need the taste of beer so I can sleep better" Connor is truly a grumpy old man on the inside. Kudos to him though for his dedication whilst cycling! Non-alcoholic beer sounds dreadful, but I'm not super into beer anyway. Being pregnant, I order soda water with a lime to feel fancy.
Wow! Congratulations! 🎉
What a cool honor! 😊
Meeting both King Charles and the Emperor of Japan (and their spouses) at Buckingham Palace!
Truly a once in a lifetime experience!😊
Through I have to say, being chauffeured by Pete Donaldson in his beautiful Toyota Century onto the Palace grounds would have been awesome!👍🏻
I was touched by Chris' story. Heartwarming considering all the work and time he has put into the channels and the book.
I need one British item walks away with a German Haribo bag 😂
Congrats on seeing the King and Queen of Great Britain and the Emperor of Japan. You are one of the people that done something others have not done. Br proud you got to share a memory with Charla.
Chris wanted one British Item and he bought German Candy? lol
He got tangfastic haribo which I think is exclusive to the UK
@@SpacemanSmee True, seems to be for the UK market only.
That made me laugh 😂
Lord Broad! This was so amazing to hear! Well deserved!
Come on Chris... I am 59 and from the USA and I am well aware of what youtube is. Love AIJ and your ability to bring the culture of Japan to the rest of the world. I love Japan, and my favorite place is Kyoto. Thank you for what you and Sharla bring to that thing called U-tube
When I first saw this I have to admit, I was thinking "Ha Ha some middle aged civil servant has decided they need to invite a token person to represent da Yoof'. And there may be some of that, but the more I thought about it the more I was glad, and to a certain degree proud that you were invited, as I genuinely believe that you do represent something positive about the UK/Japan relationship, and how UA-cam can be something more than clickbait drama reaction content.
You constantly entertain, Yes but you also:
Show respect to Japanese culture and people
Show parts of Japan that need people to know about them and visit them
Don't shy away from the problems that face Japan.
And at a time when toxic UA-camrs are more of a thing, I think it is important to give kudos to UA-camrs are better than that, and show a realisation that you can and do help shape how a generation of people view Japan.
So kudos to you mate! You deserve it :)
I subscribe to a few Travel vlogger channels on UA-cam, but this is the only one which focuses on one singular country. Well done, Chris. You have made it in your profession! I don't think this invite would have happened if it weren't for you focusing all of your material on Japan specifically. Well done! 👏👏👏
Next video is going to be either "I took over the monarchy" or "I was refused to go back to UK" and there is no in between
It's cool that Chris a peasant was invited to meet the royals. Your star is ascending. When you are going to be Sir Chris honorary ambassador to Japan? This is the first step! I'm very happy for you Sir Colin!
"The menu is all in french" Blame the Normans and Duke William the bastard!
PS. This was not a random event Chris. You did not just show up to eat some food.
The fact that you were invited says that you were noticed as a person who is spreading goodwill between the English and Japanese. You were part of a much larger political message, perhaps a small part, but still important. Both governments approved/noticed your attendance. Perhaps if King Charles ever visits Japan, you may invited again. Jolly good show!
I’ve been eagerly anticipating this vlog. Thank you so much for sharing your experience receiving the invitation, getting kitted out and actually going to Buckingham Palace and meeting King Charles III, the Emperor, Empress and Camilla and the other dignitaries. It was heartening to hear that many of the staff knew of your work. It really is no surprise the extent of you being recognized. I truly hope that you and Sharla had an enjoyable time. Congratulations! Well done. 👍🙏😎
Im 50 my son got me into watching Chris and Conner and iron mouse and im a fan forever, also a fan of Sharla ❤
❤😂 Thank you Collin for making my day a bit better
So glad to hear your confidence in KS paid off!
You don’t make just videos, Chris! You make beautiful educational videos! There’s a big difference!❤
You definitely should have rocked up into the Buckingham Palace in Pete's Toyota Century 😂😂
What an honor! Congratulations Chris!
Getting recognised by the guards and waiters shows why Chris was invited, he and Sharla were the only ones that connect with the public
And behind it all, lurking in the shadows, is Ryotaro, the secret Shogun of Japan otherwise known as Tokugawa Rissotaro. "Yes, puff up the ego of the Englishman. It will be more the sweeter when I send him crashing down! HOHOHO!!!" (laughing like arrogant rich ladies in a comedy anime)
Honestly this story made me smile all the way through 😊
As a longtime member of the over-60 Abroad in Japan team, happily viewing since the first Journey Across Japan (and shipping you and Sharla ever since), I’d like to say: well done, and you no doubt have many more older fans than you think. We lurk, we nap… 😂
Congratulations Chris!!! You’re one of the best Japan content on UA-cam and very knowledgeable and a good person 🎉😊
I think you are selling yourself short here: Its not like you were randomly selected to attend that event. Your content and quality was what made you stand out.
Absolutely wild seeing this channel evolve over the last 10 years or so and seeing Colin in Japan end up in Buckingham Palace of all places. You've been here for a large part of my life and taught everyone here more about Japan than any Japanese politician could dare to imagine so it's very well deserved.
Now when he goes to ask permission from a venue for some video, he could pull out a card with him shaking hands with emperor and flex the hell out
It's going to go from Mr Affable to Mr Insufferable isn't it? 😭
In my first year on the JET Programme, Emperor Hirohito died. I was watching his funeral on TV, and one of the presenters said, "Arigatou zonjimasu". Someone at the Board of Education that I worked at, said that it was special language used for imperial occasions. Never heard it used since, but that stuck in my mind. I always wanted to use it.
I can't speak for Sharla, but I can say many of us Canadians do not fly everywhere because it's insanely expensive. We drive for days and take ferries across oceans rather than fly sometimes.
This was fun! Thanks 👍
Well done Chris, what a great honour. I used to work there many years ago and worked at many state visits,
the menus and service are something special.
Josh and Ollie from The Korean Englishman were also invited to Buckingham Palance when the Korean President was a guest. So they know exactly whom they also want to have on the guest list.
Been looking forward to listening to this one!
Your chauffer experience reminds me of a family story from the eighties. The queen was visiting Canada, and holding a banquet for athletes. My niece, as a Canadian Olympic team member, was invited. Our family was far more excited and impressed than she was: "What are you going to wear?! " Niece: "Uhhh... a dress?" "Are you going to hire a chauffer?" Niece: "I'll probably just take the bus".
In the end, her mother drove her. We watched it on local TV. In this long line of fancy limos, up pulls a slightly battered Toyota, and without waiting for a valet to open the door, out from the front seat pops my niece. wearing a simple summer frock.
All in a day's work.....
The cycling/charities and book will always be far more impressive than getting some invite to Buckingham Palace.
Haribo is actually German 😂
29:39 you thought you would fit into 32 inch trousers??? Lmaoooo the level of optimism
I think Natsuki would have charmed everyone at the palace! 😉
I remember when Charles and Diana came to Sudbury; I was stunned at how beautiful Diana was in person. One of the nurses that worked with me at the same company met Charles and shook his hand. He asked her a question and all she could do was point to a house and say "that's my friend's house" because she was too flabbergasted. 😂
I'm 64 and I definitely know what UA-cam is, I even put a few stupid posts up many years ago.
I love how casual he is with Starmer, who's gonna be the most powerful man in the UK and he's talking with him like an old chap lol
I don't really have any opinion on Starmer, but I have heard him described as 'boring and competent' which sounds like exactly what we need.
@@user-zp4ge3yp2o Mr flip-flop - when he was asked to define what a woman is, he couldn’t or wouldn’t do it - weak - will be pushed around by the more militant wing of the Labour Party - the UK is in for a terrible time.
We need more Toyota century content😊
Spotted you and Sharla on the Royal family channel. Had to Laugh when King Charles wished Hello Kitty a Happy Fiftieth Birthday. Congrats on Keir Starmer Our New Prime Minister.
If I was Chris, I’d go up to Prince William and said: “Good evening your Highness. I’m Chris, un-official ambassador to Japan from Kent. Lovely evening, isn’t it?”
But, I saw Chris in YT Royal Channel video. And I’m happy for you. Your official title should be Japanese Videographer and an author. Every over 45 will know what that means. I expect Chris will soon receive an invitation to Japanese Royal Palace for another banquet. 😁👍
Excellent rephrasing of "UA-camr" except the official title should read British Videographer based in Japan and Sunday Times best selling author, Chris Broad: Abroad in Japan.
@@lynda.grace.14 Indeed. I stay corrected 🤣👍
This entire video all i could think of was a 3 man tag team match between The King, The Emperor, and Catweazle VS Chris, Pete and Conner!!
Best crossover in history, incredible story man
Whether you truly internalize it or not, you have become a leading cultural ambassador between Japan and the English speaking world. UA-cam may be our funny video website, but it's also the current generations' forums and news centers, etc etc etc. You may say 'I'm just a UA-camr' but really you are a journalist whose work is superb enough to warrant international attention. Out of place though you may have felt, you earned it.
a one hour long episode! joy to the world
Ken Watanabe still is a bigger flex to me, I don't really have any attachment to Charles or Naruhito in comparison personally.
Nah
@@TheKingOfBeans Royalty is mid.
I need something British; I know, the famously German Haribo!!
It's very appropriate actually considering they're also talking about the British monarchy!
Food Historian Here! French menus are very common among older upper class groups especially in the late 17th and 18th even the early 19th century in Europe
What a surreal experience that would have been! Very special. 🙂
55 yr old Aussie here, Chris I have been watching you and Sharla since near your beginnings, so don't be too hard on us. :P
Mr. Abroad Esquire has indeed changed a bit: "After a pretty good week" is how he now describes the time in which he got to meet the Emperor of Japan and the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the 14 other Common Wealth Realms. As for Sharla, King Charles III is no less her King, being a subject of one the aforementioned realms. At the risk of being denied future banquet invites, was it hanging out with the Royal family that convinced you to grab Haribo as a British treat for your journey back to Japan? Haribo, the company whose name is an abbreviation of Hans Riegel Bonn from the founder Johannes Riegel who founded the company in 1920, in Bonn. Lovely podcast and since I now won't be invited ever, I'm glad that you got to experience it, Chris. I'm sure it won't be that long until the next time. And it proves that I chose the right youtuber to like and subscribe to! I've met my King a few times, one of which was at a banquet. I wasn't there in my own right that time but rather as the escort of someone important. This is turning into a wall of text so I'll just carry on, shall I? I'm not surprised that you were invited. You have been a great ambassador for Japan throughout your videos and I'm sure you've inspired many to visit, and you've rekindled my fascination with Japan.
Sorry I take exception to your opinion that people over 45 don’t know what You Tube is. I’m 71 yrs young and watch You Tube all the time. AND I love your channel.
A nice milestone in your life. But it's true, I think the book you've written and the success you've had with it is crazy. I really respect that. I've read the book and it's an excellent read.
So you finally got to see the now famous/infamous Toyota, as well you got to meet the Japanese Emperor oh yeah and Charles
He has come so far. The man, the myth, the legend.
I'm 60 and I love UA-cam!
That's so cool that you got to go to Buckingham Palace during the Emperor's visit. Well deserved
congrats mate just meating the most powerful people in both of your homes !
You're at the point now Chris where your success is at a snow ball effect I think, good on you
There is a live video of your time in Buckingham Palace. You and Sharla was sitting across from each other. Congrats on being invited. You deserve to there.
Can't find them. Where do they sit?
Chris, I have to add my voice to the many others here who are older - I'm 64 this year and I've been watching your UA-cam channel for at least 5 years (in preparation for a trip to Japan in 2019). My husband and I will be in Tokyo again in late September and you can bet that if we happen to see you in the street, we'll be sure to say hi and well done for everything!
Thanks for sharing your experience at Buckingham Palace, it was fascinating! You’re lucky to hire a tuxedo in time as June is the wedding season 😄
I still think congratulations are still in order Chris! You may feel like its nothing but i think this is like an accumulation of all your achievements and them being acknowledged for certain! Keep it up, you are awesome
51:49 You did well by just getting there Chris because of everything you've done, Kudos to you! (and Sharla ^_^) Now in an alternate timeline: Emperor of Japan returning from the trip, summons his household assassin from the imperial dungeons: ''Get that Gajin guy, who dishonorably mispronounced emperor for me... will you?'' The assassin just laughed diabolically to revealed the face of Ryotoro as lighting reflected in the background 😂
Wow finally, I`ve been waiting for this one! Great fun to hear what went on in there, and what it`s like to meet the king, as a commoner.. (like me..) 😁
I tuned in to the video version after a couple weeks. Lets just say Pete's beard really makes me feel like he'd be the guy in a movie who's in a biker gang or somethin but is really nice and helpful, defying typical stereotypes.