The whole cleanliness thing is a FACT I am in America and people just be petting dogs and grabbing their phones and then touching food and I'm like YO NAH NAH and then they get upset at me for being too strict, it's hygiene. And the shower thing and the bed thing is facts, I used to NEVER use my bed unless it was time to sleep, now I sometimes use it during the day if I don't go out and sleep in the afternoon (rarely) but I am hardly ever in my room unless it is time time sleep
@takashiifromjapan How do you feel after meeting so many different people 🙂 from Tasmania Australia 🦘🇦🇺🦘 do you watch much about real life in other countries 🤔👋🙂.
Bro, I wanna know what Japanese people think of rap songs, so, make a video on that, please. Also, ask the people what they think of Japanese rappers like Kaneee, JP The Wavy, Yzerr, Candee, etc.
Since 1970 I've lived in Japan for more than 20 years now, off and on. I raised my son here as a single mom. We crossed the Pacific 3x on Norwegian freighters, back and forth between Japan and Canada. I am now a senior living in Kyoto, a retired English teacher and a color pencil artist for conservation. Japan has had a huge impact on my life, more than I can comment on here. 🥰
Same experience here with my wife. We instantly got taken aback at how much "louder" it is here even with other customers. We knew it'd be like that but it was still a very obvious difference. She's never understood bowing and why I've always done it (taught growing up in an East Asian household) but even she picked it up after just two weeks in Japan. Kyoto was our favorite over Tokyo. We're both older now and done with the "city that never sleeps" scene. Definitely appreciate the quieter, more polite, cleaner, and more caring culture. I've been missing Japan since we got back.
Just got back myself from japan for 3 weeks. Went to Ueno / shibuya / kyoto / and osaka. 100% agree. I got so frustrated right off rip when coming back due to the rude and demanding nature of the airport staff, then went to a restaurant and it blew my mind how the servers didnt show any degree of thankfulness for us being there. Reverse culture shock in full effect hahaha
After almost 10 years here, the social isolation is a very common issue I’d say. I love living here, but it can be really difficult and frustrating as well regardless of your level of Japanese ability. Many foreigners and even Japanese people seem to struggle with the lack of meaningful relationships and reliable friendships (and not people to get drunk with). Most of the friends I made throughout the years left after 3 or latest 5 years, which can be really hard when it happens repeatedly. People who stay long term usually have either a Japanese spouse or found a strong niche community based on their interests or stay for their work. Personally, I find it very tiring how everyone is constantly so drained from work and other obligations that meeting someone requires at least 1 month of calendar blocking in advance - just to find out last minute that they cancelled again. Friendships also can stay on a small talk level literally for years, which as a European honestly feels very shallow to me. Overall, without a Japanese spouse, the feeling of being an eternal foreigner/outsider can make it also very difficult to develop a sense of belonging.
Before complaining about the lack of reliable friendships, start speaking Japanese language first, if not already. It’s a matter of common sense. What makes you think you are an eligible person without having a good command of Japanese language? If things seem shallow, maybe it’s because you are shallow?
@user-eb7lz6xh7t Lol you're such a Japanese purist weeb. Can't let anyone criticize your precious Utopia Japan. Face it dude, Japan ain't perfect, it has its problems. Need I remind you the need for them to have women only trains cause of a word you should recognize, Chikan.
Thank you so much for the video Takashi. I am planning to apply for the JET program this year and I understand that a lot of JET participants think Japan is a fantasy land but for me I want to know what I’m getting into and that includes the not-so-glamorous aspects of the culture, so I really appreciate these videos because they really teach me a lot.
Thank you for your videos. I used to live in Japan and I enjoy watching your videos because they show the real state of things and I think they are useful for those people who plan to move to Japan.
EXCELLENT piece! So informative to see their development and understanding. Interesting to see their evolution the longer they stay in Japan. Thank you for this thoughtful segment.
I love your interviews!! You’re a great interviewer cause you always make it about the person (interviewee), and you listen to them too!! In addition, you ask GREAT questions!! I love your series!! Keep doing them!!! 💯💯💯
Thanks again Takashii! Always fun when we hang out 😄 Everyone asking about the rice cooking….. 🍚 So I grew up in Oklahoma/Texas (USA) and in southern food we do have rice of course but it’s not sticky rice and it’s not a daily part of our staple meals. So I didn’t see a rice cooker until I was 19 in university living with my Japanese and Korean friends, my family usually just used the stovetop or microwave (gasp)🤣 I felt like those methods was easier to mess up rice like too wet or too dry,,,, etc… After living in Japan rice is of course a huge part of our daily meals so after almost 10 years I mess up a lot less, and yes now I have a rice cooker, 🍚🤍
Takashii this is the best video you have made so far in my personal opinion, and I like a lot of your other videos. The questions, answers, and variations within them were excellent. For me, this is one of my top 3 reasons of wanting to work in Japan for a year, and potentially end up living there longer. I want to become a better person in different ways that Japan would definitely help foster within me, so this video for me was an awesome source of information. Thank you :) Good learning tool recos in there as well
I’ve lived in Tokyo for 8 years. I came to Japan after retiring in America, so my experience is quite different from most of your interviewed subjects. I don’t have the money woes that some of them have, and I have a lot of free time. As an older person, the only problem about living in Japan is that learning a new language when you’re over 70 is a bit of a challenge. That said, I’d never consider living in America again. Simply put: Japan is perfect for the elderly. I have a car and drive, but it’s nice that I don’t have to. The health care system is great. It’s also organized, clean, and safe. Where else can I have that?
After 18 years here I'd say I'm a bit quieter and less outgoing than before. Being a typical Aussie, who usually start a chat with anyone, I found that many Japanese are less open to strangers talking to them. I'm less likely to do it nowadays because of the surprised or shocked looks I got. Food; my god! I've become so hooked on the food here that I miss it terribly each time I go abroad - a complete reverse to 18 years ago when I missed my big, fatty, Aussie meals. Final change; I'm starting to lose my native language :( After 18 years of speaking baby English to be understood, I'm starting to forget common English words and phrases that I stopped using. I'm sure my family in Oz wonder what's going on with me when we speak on the phone (lol). Great place! I'm happy in Japan. But living anywhere has it's pros and cons.
@@ChantheMan915 That's what I'm wondering. He almost sounds Australian or South African. He said he's from Orlando, and I blurted out, "Uh, yeah, no you're not." That is NOT an American accent.
While I would love to visit Japan, I also wonder what it would be like actually living there (dealing with day-to-day things like banking, working, commuting, etc.). Hearing about people from abroad feel about living in Japan is extremely educational. Thank you, TAKASHii!
3:50 totally agree. I was so amazed by how people are so caring for each other and helping each other so casually when I moved to the US...which I never expected.
I've only been in Tokyo for two days, and I'm already getting a taste of what everyone talks about! Being somewhat introverted, I come from a culture where there was always something happening, even if I wasn't directly involved. In Japan, it's easier to feel isolated, and I can see how that might affect the population growth.
Thank you for making this! This video was really interest in and answered some questions I wondered about, like how I might feel after living in Japan for a while.
I'm Japanese and I've just started learning English. Most Japanese people are so kind that they will help you spent living in Japan. Enjoy your trip to Japan!
Over two decades ago, my husband received a fellowship to live in Japan for a year. We moved into a Japanese neighborhood. My 2 sons went to an international school. We all loved it. Had my husband been able to get a job there, we would have definitely moved back there. We have been back to Japan about 5 times since then for a visit. Also, we have discovered that as older citizens, it is difficult to move back there, hence we are planning on moving to Portugal. But if it was not so difficult to live there again as retired adults, Japan would be our choice of places to live.
Your channel is so excellent. I learn so much. I study geopolitics, economics, but I gain the greatest insight from your show and a few others, whether on Japan, China,Korea, France or elsewhere. Thank you.
My time in Japan taught me respect, humility and to appreciate education. An Australian friend overheard my conversation talking about this subject and he just rolled his eyes and guffawed but it's very true.
As much as I'd love to visit Japan I'll never be able to. Although I hope that this one UA-camr The Kiffness does a concert. He's this offhand musician who makes music with animal sounds mostly with cats
@The lady from Tampa, Florida. I am also from Florida. I just spent 2 months in Japan. I am happy more people are discovering Japan. I could live in Tokyo. I wish my family and friends would visit but even if they never do I could live in Japan. I travel full time and I am in Korea now.
He may have been living in Orlando FL USA as an American citizen prior to Japan but based on his accent he was not born there... nor in the USA. Normally I would say it doesn't matter. But in the context of Takashi's insightful interviews and questions its important to know where people are coming from... figuratively and literally... because it often shapes why they answer his questions the way they do.
It is amazing how they all radically become or sound like a totally different person when they speak in Japanese, especially the guy from London. They even totally change their body language.
moved to Fukuoka in 2020...in summary, life at work sucks even for some foreign companies, life outside of work is amazing. Mainly it has to do with the lower than average salaries and now that the yen is weak, it's hurting a lot more. IF you're able to work remotely and get your salaries in a western currency, and live here, it's the dream.
@PhucDat8964They will just go to Thailand, Portugal etc. The Japanese Nomad Visa is pointless especially if you have visa free travel to Japan. If I had to go through the Nomad Visa process I'd rather go to Europe. More bang for your buck. And in places like Portugal it could lead to permanent residence and citizenship within 5 years. Japan is a waste of time and money for a Nomad Visa.
I've had difficulty back here in the US at an American school. In Japan I was at a #1 ranked school. Now, in my head I often compare the school here to the one in Japan. It's difficult for me. I took things for granted in school in Japan. Things worked the way they were supposed to work. It's hard to understand why things are so difficult here at my school in the US.
I find that a lot of J students, either they start off to a great start in their studies and then burn out eventually (because they end up slacking, find the work too overwhelming, don't know how to study effectively) OR they might've always been like that even in elementary school once they start junior high. In the US, not sure about the new generations, but they take the work seriously and don't have the group cultural aspects of 「面倒くさい」 and 「頑張れ。」 I like to think that hearing these words all the time causes people's motivation to wear easily in Japan. Plus, the grading system is COMPLETELY different between the two countries. Is this what you're struggling with? Is it something entirely different?
11:38 spot on. And right after that, YES! Low tech for a reason. I think the little bits of exposure to different people via the old way of doing things is really good for society as a whole. You need to talk to people from all walks of life to be a well-rounded society. If people are not getting together because of work, time, family, etc. And if things are always delivered, or done in a non-human way. Then this little bit of interaction is better than nothing.
WOW!I Love your channel and the way you ask all these interesting questions. It will be really nice if you'd make a video on Japanese fashion and what are cultural "no-no" when on a trip to Japan.
Amazing video! Japan made me prouder of my African roots. We have a lot in common, especially the importance of family, taking off shoes indoors, snack gifting, respect for elders, and "Shoganai" mentality but for some reason Japanese identify with European culture. Japan made me more punctual, patient and respectful of public property.
This is a really helpful video. I am just finishing up a visit to Japan and have been happy with my Japanese, but am also ready to take it up a level. I'd appreciate any recommendations for dramas to watch and music channels (maybe on Spotify?) to follow, to mix it up. Arigato gozaimashita. Minna san, ganbarrimashyou.
Oh no 🙈, I rather live in California ☺️People tend to be more open, self-assured, and sociable. I also enjoy interacting with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
interesting that the former Americans have such strong foreign accents. the woman who is a teacher has the most adopted Japanese English accent for sure, but the dude from Florida has like, a Chinese-British-Australian accent? maybe from hanging out with expats? interesting... great video Takashii!
I like Japan compared to Australia. Not the salary though. If Japan can pay me as much as Australia, I would definitely live in Japan. Safety, Cleanliness, and incredible infrastructures are already making me want to live there.
The cost of living in Australia is far higher than that of Japan, especially housing. Housing in particular makes up for the difference in salaries and then some
@kanajingly8957 I make 60k per annum as a teacher, those senior to me make 80k. I don’t think teachers make much more in Australia and income tax is much higher.
My granddaughter fron Australia starts university in Kyoko the beginning of September. She waa in junior school there when the family lived there, so she feels comfortable doing it.
Best Answer "If you're moving to Japan FIND YOUR COMMUNITY" There's a lot more information packed in these interviews, so watch it all, but that's the key takeaway for me.
See if you can interview John Daub? I saw your interview with the man who was in Japan for like 60 years I think it was? He hasn't been there as long, but it was a long time and he's a journalist, so he may have cool stories like his cross country bike trip.
The Taking Back Sunday guy has a really strong Australian accent. He sounds like a guy who grew up in Aus and then spent time in America before moving to Japan.
You don't have to live for years to be influenced and changed by Japan, I just went on a backpacking trip and when I got home I stopped throwing trash outside but take it with me, I started recykling EVERYTHING at home and I started love to bath instead of showering! (Goo onseens!!!) xDD I'm also a lot more considerate towards others, and learned how to QUE peacefully and not aggressivly!!! hehe Sweden is perfect to come back to when you been japanasized! We share lots of the traits and customs so it's normal to behave like that and encuraged. Thankfully!
6:38 I also my hands as soon as I get home. And I can’t lay on bed with my outside clothing. Some people had told me that showering everyday is too much….
I'm Canadian and I and my family always wash our hands when we come home from being out. Especially before we start handling food. Yuck. Also my family has always been habitual night bathers. I also don't like getting into my clean sheets with a day-old body. Again, yuck. All of those types of hygiene habits just depend on the individuals, I think, not the nationality so much. Something very common to most Canadian households is removing shoes at the door - probably due to our weather or just good manners.
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if it actually does make women quiet we should start sending all western women there
The whole cleanliness thing is a FACT I am in America and people just be petting dogs and grabbing their phones and then touching food and I'm like YO NAH NAH and then they get upset at me for being too strict, it's hygiene. And the shower thing and the bed thing is facts, I used to NEVER use my bed unless it was time to sleep, now I sometimes use it during the day if I don't go out and sleep in the afternoon (rarely) but I am hardly ever in my room unless it is time time sleep
@takashiifromjapan How do you feel after meeting so many different people 🙂 from Tasmania Australia 🦘🇦🇺🦘 do you watch much about real life in other countries 🤔👋🙂.
タカシさん
新聞で見たんだけど、最近、外国出身の議員さんがいるらしいです。
面白そうだから、取材してきてもらえませんか？
世田谷区議会議員 オルズグル氏 ウズベキスタン出身
茨城県議会議員 ヘイズ・ジョン氏 カナダ出身
山形県庄内町議会議員 スルタン・ヌール氏 シリア生まれエジプト育ち
Bro, I wanna know what Japanese people think of rap songs, so, make a video on that, please. Also, ask the people what they think of Japanese rappers like Kaneee, JP The Wavy, Yzerr, Candee, etc.
Since 1970 I've lived in Japan for more than 20 years now, off and on. I raised my son here as a single mom. We crossed the Pacific 3x on Norwegian freighters, back and forth between Japan and Canada. I am now a senior living in Kyoto, a retired English teacher and a color pencil artist for conservation. Japan has had a huge impact on my life, more than I can comment on here. 🥰
After just 2 weeks in Japan as soon as I got back to the USA I immediately missed the polite and high-quality service.
I often wonder, when people say 'Japan' do they really just mean Tokyo?
Like, most people who visit Japan never go anywhere else.
Same experience here with my wife. We instantly got taken aback at how much "louder" it is here even with other customers. We knew it'd be like that but it was still a very obvious difference.
She's never understood bowing and why I've always done it (taught growing up in an East Asian household) but even she picked it up after just two weeks in Japan.
Kyoto was our favorite over Tokyo. We're both older now and done with the "city that never sleeps" scene. Definitely appreciate the quieter, more polite, cleaner, and more caring culture. I've been missing Japan since we got back.
@@LegionIvory I have visited many regions in Japan, and service provided in Tokyo is probably one of the worst, albeit still very good
Immediately!! I feel ya!
Just got back myself from japan for 3 weeks. Went to Ueno / shibuya / kyoto / and osaka. 100% agree. I got so frustrated right off rip when coming back due to the rude and demanding nature of the airport staff, then went to a restaurant and it blew my mind how the servers didnt show any degree of thankfulness for us being there.
Reverse culture shock in full effect hahaha
After almost 10 years here, the social isolation is a very common issue I’d say. I love living here, but it can be really difficult and frustrating as well regardless of your level of Japanese ability.
Many foreigners and even Japanese people seem to struggle with the lack of meaningful relationships and reliable friendships (and not people to get drunk with). Most of the friends I made throughout the years left after 3 or latest 5 years, which can be really hard when it happens repeatedly. People who stay long term usually have either a Japanese spouse or found a strong niche community based on their interests or stay for their work. Personally, I find it very tiring how everyone is constantly so drained from work and other obligations that meeting someone requires at least 1 month of calendar blocking in advance - just to find out last minute that they cancelled again. Friendships also can stay on a small talk level literally for years, which as a European honestly feels very shallow to me.
Overall, without a Japanese spouse, the feeling of being an eternal foreigner/outsider can make it also very difficult to develop a sense of belonging.
Before complaining about the lack of reliable friendships, start speaking Japanese language first, if not already. It’s a matter of common sense. What makes you think you are an eligible person without having a good command of Japanese language? If things seem shallow, maybe it’s because you are shallow?
The thing is that nowadays almost everywhere is like that, not just japan.
@user-eb7lz6xh7t Lol you're such a Japanese purist weeb. Can't let anyone criticize your precious Utopia Japan. Face it dude, Japan ain't perfect, it has its problems. Need I remind you the need for them to have women only trains cause of a word you should recognize, Chikan.
It is fair to say that declining birthrates and social isolation are global trends.
>nooooo~ it's the Japanese people's fault I'm isolated!!
lol
I've lived in Japan for 8 years (so far) and I can relate to every single one of these. Outstanding vid.
The common responses of becoming more respectful, patient, and considerate of others is really something we should learn to do more today.
It’s the differences in culture
Stop discrimination against people with a mental or a psychological disability.
We grew up washing hands when we got home (southern U.S) and I love that in Japan it's the standard at home.
I would love to know where you lived in the South. I’ve resided in several states in the Old South, but I’ve never seen that.
I also do the same and im from the South, it's a habit I've had for as long as I can remember.
I think this is probably a more common habit now in lots of places, after the last few years.
@@gabrielleeliseo6062because you weren't living in people's houses. I guess it was just you that wasnt
Same. We took our shoes off in the house too. Momma didn't have it any other way.
Japan teaches people culture, respect, cleanliness, appreciation of things, order, truly amazing!
Thank you so much for the video Takashi. I am planning to apply for the JET program this year and I understand that a lot of JET participants think Japan is a fantasy land but for me I want to know what I’m getting into and that includes the not-so-glamorous aspects of the culture, so I really appreciate these videos because they really teach me a lot.
Thank you for your videos.
I used to live in Japan and I enjoy watching your videos because they show the real state of things and I think they are useful for those people who plan to move to Japan.
EXCELLENT piece! So informative to see their development and understanding. Interesting to see their evolution the longer they stay in Japan. Thank you for this thoughtful segment.
Those new graphics are a new impressive touch and helps follow along with the people you’re talking to
Love this!! The change for everyone all makes a lot of sense.
Great advice on learning WHY you say a word. Helpful for many non-Western languages.
I love your interviews!! You’re a great interviewer cause you always make it about the person (interviewee), and you listen to them too!! In addition, you ask GREAT questions!! I love your series!! Keep doing them!!! 💯💯💯
Thanks again Takashii! Always fun when we hang out 😄
Everyone asking about the rice cooking….. 🍚
So I grew up in Oklahoma/Texas (USA) and in southern food we do have rice of course but it’s not sticky rice and it’s not a daily part of our staple meals. So I didn’t see a rice cooker until I was 19 in university living with my Japanese and Korean friends, my family usually just used the stovetop or microwave (gasp)🤣
I felt like those methods was easier to mess up rice like too wet or too dry,,,, etc…
After living in Japan rice is of course a huge part of our daily meals so after almost 10 years I mess up a lot less, and yes now I have a rice cooker, 🍚🤍
Takashii this is the best video you have made so far in my personal opinion, and I like a lot of your other videos. The questions, answers, and variations within them were excellent. For me, this is one of my top 3 reasons of wanting to work in Japan for a year, and potentially end up living there longer. I want to become a better person in different ways that Japan would definitely help foster within me, so this video for me was an awesome source of information. Thank you :) Good learning tool recos in there as well
I’ve lived in Tokyo for 8 years. I came to Japan after retiring in America, so my experience is quite different from most of your interviewed subjects. I don’t have the money woes that some of them have, and I have a lot of free time. As an older person, the only problem about living in Japan is that learning a new language when you’re over 70 is a bit of a challenge. That said, I’d never consider living in America again. Simply put: Japan is perfect for the elderly. I have a car and drive, but it’s nice that I don’t have to. The health care system is great. It’s also organized, clean, and safe. Where else can I have that?
After 18 years here I'd say I'm a bit quieter and less outgoing than before. Being a typical Aussie, who usually start a chat with anyone, I found that many Japanese are less open to strangers talking to them. I'm less likely to do it nowadays because of the surprised or shocked looks I got.
Food; my god! I've become so hooked on the food here that I miss it terribly each time I go abroad - a complete reverse to 18 years ago when I missed my big, fatty, Aussie meals.
Final change; I'm starting to lose my native language :( After 18 years of speaking baby English to be understood, I'm starting to forget common English words and phrases that I stopped using. I'm sure my family in Oz wonder what's going on with me when we speak on the phone (lol).
Great place! I'm happy in Japan. But living anywhere has it's pros and cons.
I’m from Canada and our family always wash hands when we get home.
That doesnt happen in canada
Hey thanks again for having me 😊 it was a lot of fun!
Hello, i really wonder what happened to your arms? There are 4 scar lines parallel to each other :( and you are so stylish!!
So, did your British accent form in Orlando?
@@ChantheMan915 That's what I'm wondering. He almost sounds Australian or South African. He said he's from Orlando, and I blurted out, "Uh, yeah, no you're not." That is NOT an American accent.
@@hilalunsal8 thank you! I was super into alternative body mods at one point, but I messed up my scarification lol 🫠
@@ChantheMan915 it’s a pretty long story, but I have a video addressing it on my channel if you’re curious.
While I would love to visit Japan, I also wonder what it would be like actually living there (dealing with day-to-day things like banking, working, commuting, etc.). Hearing about people from abroad feel about living in Japan is extremely educational. Thank you, TAKASHii!
Orlando, FL represent! LoL And love the Taking Back Sunday shirt lol brought me back to my teenage years
Same here lol
A gold mine of information with so much variety. Loves every bit of it and while heartedly appreciated it!
Your interviews are so interesting. The contrast between Japan and other cultures is fascinating. Love this ❤❤❤
I love this channel. It always has such interesting content and people.
3:50 totally agree. I was so amazed by how people are so caring for each other and helping each other so casually when I moved to the US...which I never expected.
I've only been in Tokyo for two days, and I'm already getting a taste of what everyone talks about! Being somewhat introverted, I come from a culture where there was always something happening, even if I wasn't directly involved. In Japan, it's easier to feel isolated, and I can see how that might affect the population growth.
Thank you for making this! This video was really interest in and answered some questions I wondered about, like how I might feel after living in Japan for a while.
Thanks again for another insightful video 👍🏼
I just love this video!!! It was good to hear about Japan from expat from different countries.
Love this! Idk what it is it feels different from your past videos but this is great. Crisp! Can’t wait to watch your next one 🙏🏼
“I care about the people around me more.”
Thanks for the video Takashi san! I love all of their answers.
Just like the guys at Unit 731
Takashi I love your videos. I learn a lot about Japan from you.
Love your videos! Would love to hear from foreign families (with or without kids) living in Japan. I can imagine the experience being quite different!
17:55 I was just thinking that, the context is more important than the definition that is true with most languages even English to a small extent.
Thanks for another great upload Takashii. I love your channel. It's always nice to hear first hand experience from people and not some marketing.
日本に滞在していた時（2023年6月〜8月）、私は日本人であることの意味を理解することができました。その本質は、他者第一、自己第二です。ブラジルでは日系人の妻と結婚していますが、日本人は非常に特異な社会生活の形を持っています。日本は私に何を変えたのでしょうか？私が間違った場所で生まれたことを確信させてくれました。私はこの国をその本質で知ることができたこと（一般の市民が日常生活を送る方法）に永遠に感謝し、いつか妻と子供と一緒に戻り、日本の素晴らしい国の発展に貢献したいと思っています。
I'm going to Tokyo for 10 days next week, and I've been watching a ton of your videos lately! Thank you for all of them!
You will be surprised how racist the Japanese really are. You don't learn that watching anime in your home country.
I'm Japanese and I've just started learning English. Most Japanese people are so kind that they will help you spent living in Japan. Enjoy your trip to Japan!
Over two decades ago, my husband received a fellowship to live in Japan for a year. We moved into a Japanese neighborhood. My 2 sons went to an international school. We all loved it. Had my husband been able to get a job there, we would have definitely moved back there. We have been back to Japan about 5 times since then for a visit. Also, we have discovered that as older citizens, it is difficult to move back there, hence we are planning on moving to Portugal. But if it was not so difficult to live there again as retired adults, Japan would be our choice of places to live.
hey! Love the new intro and motion graphics! 👍🏼 The editing overall feels a lot cleaner too! Great work, Takashii!
I really love your videos. You present a great picture of life in Japan, please continue.
最後に皆さんおじぎをしていたのが好きです。
Your channel is so excellent. I learn so much. I study geopolitics, economics, but I gain the greatest insight from your show and a few others, whether on Japan, China,Korea, France or elsewhere. Thank you.
Long time fan here! I teach English and my advanced students will love this one. Thanks, Takashii!
My time in Japan taught me respect, humility and to appreciate education. An Australian friend overheard my conversation talking about this subject and he just rolled his eyes and guffawed but it's very true.
Smh
As much as I'd love to visit Japan I'll never be able to. Although I hope that this one UA-camr The Kiffness does a concert. He's this offhand musician who makes music with animal sounds mostly with cats
One of my favourites!
@The lady from Tampa, Florida. I am also from Florida. I just spent 2 months in Japan. I am happy more people are discovering Japan. I could live in Tokyo. I wish my family and friends would visit but even if they never do I could live in Japan. I travel full time and I am in Korea now.
love you content Takashi. Very insightful! love the bowing snapshots from each interviewee at the end :D
Excellent work Takashii!
He may have been living in Orlando FL USA as an American citizen prior to Japan but based on his accent he was not born there... nor in the USA. Normally I would say it doesn't matter. But in the context of Takashi's insightful interviews and questions its important to know where people are coming from... figuratively and literally... because it often shapes why they answer his questions the way they do.
The guy with the mustache by the trees was VERY introspective and articulate with it yet aware of life.🤙
It is amazing how they all radically become or sound like a totally different person when they speak in Japanese, especially the guy from London. They even totally change their body language.
I passed you in Toronto the other day and knew you looked familiar. Later, I realized it was from your videos.
i wish these interviews were shown in schools so kids can understand different cultures, and why it's important. these are very educational.
Video was great, please keep doing what you do takashi-san! :)
Congratulations, this channel always gets good interviewees.
moved to Fukuoka in 2020...in summary, life at work sucks even for some foreign companies, life outside of work is amazing. Mainly it has to do with the lower than average salaries and now that the yen is weak, it's hurting a lot more. IF you're able to work remotely and get your salaries in a western currency, and live here, it's the dream.
So only the salary
@PhucDat8964They will just go to Thailand, Portugal etc. The Japanese Nomad Visa is pointless especially if you have visa free travel to Japan. If I had to go through the Nomad Visa process I'd rather go to Europe. More bang for your buck. And in places like Portugal it could lead to permanent residence and citizenship within 5 years. Japan is a waste of time and money for a Nomad Visa.
Interesting channel, subbed also coz I LOVE Japan and love all Asian countries 😇
I've had difficulty back here in the US at an American school. In Japan I was at a #1 ranked school. Now, in my head I often compare the school here to the one in Japan. It's difficult for me. I took things for granted in school in Japan. Things worked the way they were supposed to work. It's hard to understand why things are so difficult here at my school in the US.
I find that a lot of J students, either they start off to a great start in their studies and then burn out eventually (because they end up slacking, find the work too overwhelming, don't know how to study effectively) OR they might've always been like that even in elementary school once they start junior high.
In the US, not sure about the new generations, but they take the work seriously and don't have the group cultural aspects of 「面倒くさい」 and 「頑張れ。」 I like to think that hearing these words all the time causes people's motivation to wear easily in Japan.
Plus, the grading system is COMPLETELY different between the two countries.
Is this what you're struggling with? Is it something entirely different?
11:38 spot on. And right after that, YES! Low tech for a reason. I think the little bits of exposure to different people via the old way of doing things is really good for society as a whole. You need to talk to people from all walks of life to be a well-rounded society. If people are not getting together because of work, time, family, etc. And if things are always delivered, or done in a non-human way. Then this little bit of interaction is better than nothing.
Very interesting video. So many different experiences, but they also share certain opinions.
When I grow up I want to be a successful Japanese person just like Takashii, the greatest Japanese person to ever live!!!!!!!!
The swiss girl and especially the Indian girl are beautiful
WOW!I Love your channel and the way you ask all these interesting questions. It will be really nice if you'd make a video on Japanese fashion and what are cultural "no-no" when on a trip to Japan.
Looking forward to seeing how or if you'll be covering the recent lawsuit in race discrimination in Japan.
Amazing video! Japan made me prouder of my African roots. We have a lot in common, especially the importance of family, taking off shoes indoors, snack gifting, respect for elders, and "Shoganai" mentality but for some reason Japanese identify with European culture. Japan made me more punctual, patient and respectful of public property.
Honestly great interview good questions and answers. How does the topic idea arise?
I'm American and I wash my hands when I get home ☺
This is a really helpful video. I am just finishing up a visit to Japan and have been happy with my Japanese, but am also ready to take it up a level. I'd appreciate any recommendations for dramas to watch and music channels (maybe on Spotify?) to follow, to mix it up. Arigato gozaimashita. Minna san, ganbarrimashyou.
しかし、ここで外国人を見るたびに、彼らは恥ずかしがりません。自信があるようでとても羨ましいです。
The guy from Orlando sounds Australian.
i thought he doesnt sound like american
I'm an Aussie. I think he sounded like a Brit.
He definitely sounds like someone else 😆
maybe he's around Aussies and Brits a lot
Yeahhh I was like he sounds Brit !!!
The Canadian guy makes it sound like he was raised by wolves. 🤣🤣
Good cross-cultural topic 👏👏👏
Thanks for the societal documentary 💯
Mayday san! I never wouldve imagined seeing you interviewed by Takashi. A very plesant surprise
Oh no 🙈, I rather live in California ☺️People tend to be more open, self-assured, and sociable. I also enjoy interacting with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
USA ❤️🇺🇸
Drinking at a picnic yup exactly like here in Hawai'i which is why hawaiians get along with Japanese easily 🤙🏾
interesting that the former Americans have such strong foreign accents. the woman who is a teacher has the most adopted Japanese English accent for sure, but the dude from Florida has like, a Chinese-British-Australian accent? maybe from hanging out with expats? interesting... great video Takashii!
cant believe this channel has already more than 1.9 million subs. what a feat
I would speak Japanese every day or use it at Japanese restaurants. The news like NHK news hour also helps. That or educational TV.
Love these videos.
You should interview at the open base events in Atsugi or Yokosuka. They only happen maybe twice a year though.
I like Japan compared to Australia. Not the salary though. If Japan can pay me as much as Australia, I would definitely live in Japan. Safety, Cleanliness, and incredible infrastructures are already making me want to live there.
You visited
The cost of living in Australia is far higher than that of Japan, especially housing. Housing in particular makes up for the difference in salaries and then some
@kanajingly8957 I make 60k per annum as a teacher, those senior to me make 80k. I don’t think teachers make much more in Australia and income tax is much higher.
I stopped in the middle to order the Tae Kim book. And maybe I need to explore more Japanese TV.
My granddaughter fron Australia starts university in Kyoko the beginning of September. She waa in junior school there when the family lived there, so she feels comfortable doing it.
very interesting, thanks for bringing it up. I really appreciate
Best Answer "If you're moving to Japan FIND YOUR COMMUNITY"
There's a lot more information packed in these interviews, so watch it all, but that's the key takeaway for me.
See if you can interview John Daub? I saw your interview with the man who was in Japan for like 60 years I think it was? He hasn't been there as long, but it was a long time and he's a journalist, so he may have cool stories like his cross country bike trip.
much respect to the guy with Taking Back Sunday t-shirt!
Why?
BRAVO-YOUR BEST SHOW YET---------
Low technology such as the “Hanko”. Slowly but surely Tokyo is moving towards digital signatures in documents.
Thank you for the informations ❤
I’m NY Puerto Rican we take showers in morning and evening and wash our hands. The bed is a personal item, a stranger doesn’t sit on your bed.
The Taking Back Sunday guy has a really strong Australian accent. He sounds like a guy who grew up in Aus and then spent time in America before moving to Japan.
You don't have to live for years to be influenced and changed by Japan, I just went on a backpacking trip and when I got home I stopped throwing trash outside but take it with me, I started recykling EVERYTHING at home and I started love to bath instead of showering! (Goo onseens!!!) xDD
I'm also a lot more considerate towards others, and learned how to QUE peacefully and not aggressivly!!! hehe
Sweden is perfect to come back to when you been japanasized! We share lots of the traits and customs so it's normal to behave like that and encuraged. Thankfully!
6:38 I also my hands as soon as I get home. And I can’t lay on bed with my outside clothing. Some people had told me that showering everyday is too much….
Look at those new motion graphics ^^
I'm Canadian and I and my family always wash our hands when we come home from being out. Especially before we start handling food. Yuck. Also my family has always been habitual night bathers. I also don't like getting into my clean sheets with a day-old body. Again, yuck. All of those types of hygiene habits just depend on the individuals, I think, not the nationality so much. Something very common to most Canadian households is removing shoes at the door - probably due to our weather or just good manners.
Thanks for having me on ❤️🙌🏽
It's you that said: ''learning is my dopamine''? i loooooved it! it's the SAME for me!