Toru-san, something that really impressed me about Takashii-san is that in one of his videos he was willing to go to the slums of Nishinari and chat with the homeless people there. That's not common for many Japanese people and it touched my heart.
This interview was great! I've subscribed to TAKASHii's channel for months and until now only saw him ask questions to other people. This is the first time I learned some back story to Takashi's life and it was very interesting. I like how he started his UA-cam channel to avoid Japanese corporate salaryman life. Good call.
I like the reversal here, Takashii-san is so kind to put English subtitles when he is translating a Japanese interview or another foreign language. I see that you are doing the same for your Japanese audience, that's very thoughtful.
So much fun watching you two flip between Nihongo and English. I see two people inside each of you as you switch. I do the same - I speak five languages (Portuguese, English, German, Spanish and now some Japanese) and my whole body seems to change for each one. I wish you two young men great good fortune in life ! Your spark is beautiful.
Also not many videos on Japan and Japanese culture coming from Japanese people who speak English. That's a huge value added because we get the perspective from the the source. Thank you both.
I think the concept of Toru channel is really cool - - Japanese who lived in states for 10 years re learning about Japan and its culture. Also very cool to hear Takashii's hopes and dreams in an interview.
Hi Toru! I found your channel through his video about you, I really like his videos but it's nice to finally hear from Takashi his opinions/experiences instead of just those of the interviewees for a change. Cute when he said he started youtube to make cash 🤣 Greeting from Portugal to both of you!
Sukajan... I did not know the name. It is a really interesting idea to go into apparel. The current image if there is one of Sukajan as far as I know, is a retro-look from the 1980's? It reminds me of an old arcade video-game called Double-Dragon or Biker-Gangs like Hell's Angels with some wicked picture on their leather jacket backs and mullet hair-styles etc. If it were updated: An interesting challenging, it might need a reconceptualization of the essence of the idea to gain traction in fashion interest. There is a definite interest in the "hip people" in the city I used to work in, London (UK) where every individual is trying to dress to be "unique". I think there's always room for such innovative ideas therefore in fashion if done with skill, style and insight ! The shiny fabric + Sukajan might not work nor imagery that is to garish. If that is so, then perhaps an alternative or opposite approach might lead to results. I especially think such different tone of colours and using Yōkai (妖怪, "strange apparition") might gain a lot of interest if done with depth of background and new formulation of picture creation as part of garment that feels natural (maybe even natural fibres)? Thank you for the interview, Mr. Ushikado. You have the actor's grace to make people feel at ease even more so than the talented Mr. Takashi.
Thank you for writing your thought! I'm sure TAKASHii will be reading your feedback on Sukajan! Whether it's Sukajan or not, I hope he actually starts his brand someday so we can all wear it!
Meanwhile I can’t believe I’m the same age as him, I thought between the way he acts and looks I also thought he was in his 30’s. I swear it’s the haircut 😂
If I see you practicing with a bokuto, I'll probably ask you who your sensei is, and where you train. I was sorry to hear that you experienced some nasty interaction in the US, but I'm not surprised. It was interesting to see the camera turned the other way for Takashi. Thank you for the excellent interview. Have subbed.
Thanks for subbing! And yes most cases are like that actually. People get curious and ask me those questions I’m happy to answer. It’s just one woman who went ballistic.
I wish more japanese people actually went to other areas instead of LA or NY. Like yeah, that's america's most dense population areas, but i wouldn't really consider those the actual "american" experience.
(7:54) I am not surprised. Although many people fantasize about living abroad, they are used to their countries culture. Unless the other country has a similar culture, people may get tired of living in a new country long term.
Interesting observation he made at around 6:05. White people were indeed the overwhelming majority race in all states of the US up until the last 2 decades or so. If Takashii went to California or NY in the 80s it probably would have been closer to his expectations. I'm assuming he got his impression of America from watching older classic films like Godfather or The Graduate?
Well,the majority population in the USA still white tho. I think a lot of Mexican immigrants arrived recently(Mexican not necessarily mean person of color, there are Mexicans who are white). But those people always seems to claim Mexican nationality even if they born in the USA, for reasons that I don't know why, lmao.
Nice interview, guys. I'm glad there are channels like this. I absolutely love watching Takashii from Japan. I never miss a video post.
Takashi is like "yeah don't go to my hometown, so boring" 😆. That's how I feel about where I grew up lol
Toru-san, something that really impressed me about Takashii-san is that in one of his videos he was willing to go to the slums of Nishinari and chat with the homeless people there. That's not common for many Japanese people and it touched my heart.
This interview was great! I've subscribed to TAKASHii's channel for months and until now only saw him ask questions to other people. This is the first time I learned some back story to Takashi's life and it was very interesting. I like how he started his UA-cam channel to avoid Japanese corporate salaryman life. Good call.
I'm glad you finally got to know a little about who he is!!
That was based. More people are rejecting the office bug life in favor of something meaningful. I respect it
I like the reversal here, Takashii-san is so kind to put English subtitles when he is translating a Japanese interview or another foreign language. I see that you are doing the same for your Japanese audience, that's very thoughtful.
And if you're not Japanese, it's pretty decent reading practice, even if you can only understand some of the Kanji or can't read super fast.
So much fun watching you two flip between Nihongo and English. I see two people inside each of you as you switch. I do the same - I speak five languages (Portuguese, English, German, Spanish and now some Japanese) and my whole body seems to change for each one. I wish you two young men great good fortune in life ! Your spark is beautiful.
Thank you! I always feels awkward speaking English to Japanese folks!😅
@@ToruUchikado hahaha - I feel the same!
ha! I loved Takashi’s reaction when you said the camera wasn’t recording! Loved the interview!
12:10 LOL
What a great interview. Both interviews on both channels were great
Also not many videos on Japan and Japanese culture coming from Japanese people who speak English. That's a huge value added because we get the perspective from the the source. Thank you both.
looking forward to more of your collab and possible new channel or merch
I think the concept of Toru channel is really cool - - Japanese who lived in states for 10 years re learning about Japan and its culture.
Also very cool to hear Takashii's hopes and dreams in an interview.
Thanks! it's time to RE-JAPANESE myself 💪🏼
@@ToruUchikado I'm impressed with your accent, Toru. Very cool!
Hi Toru! I found your channel through his video about you, I really like his videos but it's nice to finally hear from Takashi his opinions/experiences instead of just those of the interviewees for a change. Cute when he said he started youtube to make cash 🤣
Greeting from Portugal to both of you!
Having watched both Toru and Takashi, I knew this video is going to happen. Sugoi!
This was a great interview. It was nice hearing Takashii's backstory. I love how you pranked him in the end. 😂😂😂
Loved that last frame 😂
I started my language learning journey by watching Takashii videos from Japan. His videos always inspire about life.
Good luck on your study! You can definitely learn real life Japanese through Takashii’s videos👍🏼
@ToruUchikado Thank you so much for your precious comments. I also agree with you about Takashii's videos.
Sukajan... I did not know the name. It is a really interesting idea to go into apparel.
The current image if there is one of Sukajan as far as I know, is a retro-look from the 1980's? It reminds me of an old arcade video-game called Double-Dragon or Biker-Gangs like Hell's Angels with some wicked picture on their leather jacket backs and mullet hair-styles etc.
If it were updated: An interesting challenging, it might need a reconceptualization of the essence of the idea to gain traction in fashion interest. There is a definite interest in the "hip people" in the city I used to work in, London (UK) where every individual is trying to dress to be "unique". I think there's always room for such innovative ideas therefore in fashion if done with skill, style and insight !
The shiny fabric + Sukajan might not work nor imagery that is to garish. If that is so, then perhaps an alternative or opposite approach might lead to results. I especially think such different tone of colours and using Yōkai (妖怪, "strange apparition") might gain a lot of interest if done with depth of background and new formulation of picture creation as part of garment that feels natural (maybe even natural fibres)?
Thank you for the interview, Mr. Ushikado. You have the actor's grace to make people feel at ease even more so than the talented Mr. Takashi.
Thank you for writing your thought! I'm sure TAKASHii will be reading your feedback on Sukajan! Whether it's Sukajan or not, I hope he actually starts his brand someday so we can all wear it!
Hey that was nice watching the video toru. I am a new aubscriber.
Cheers mate.
Welcome aboard!
came here because of takashii.. new subs..
Thanks for subbing!
Can't believe Takashi is 2 years younger than me. I thought he is in his 30's.
Meanwhile I can’t believe I’m the same age as him, I thought between the way he acts and looks I also thought he was in his 30’s. I swear it’s the haircut 😂
If I see you practicing with a bokuto, I'll probably ask you who your sensei is, and where you train. I was sorry to hear that you experienced some nasty interaction in the US, but I'm not surprised. It was interesting to see the camera turned the other way for Takashi. Thank you for the excellent interview. Have subbed.
Thanks for subbing! And yes most cases are like that actually. People get curious and ask me those questions I’m happy to answer. It’s just one woman who went ballistic.
Lol I know Takashi! his videos are quite interesting as well.
Wĥat a coincidence!
I actually went to Nagoya the first time I went to japan cause I visited Toyota city 😍 they give free tours
I think he's doing something important for the ever evolving country and economy of japan.
オモシロかったです！派手なスカジャンでまた出てほしいです＾＾
次コラボする機会があれば、二人でスカジャンで決定！
取れてなかった！LMAO that was funny
i am new subscriber 🥰🥰i like to watch takashii video❤❤
from Nepal💗💗
Welcome!!
It is my first time I see two Japanese young guys speak English to each other that was quite rare in Japan as far as I know.
That prank at the end! 😅
LMAO the trolling at the very end
I wish more japanese people actually went to other areas instead of LA or NY. Like yeah, that's america's most dense population areas, but i wouldn't really consider those the actual "american" experience.
Looking back going to Missouri was the best choice for me. To learn the language and also to experience the culture!
I'm from Kalamazoo Michigan so I get that sentiment for sure.
Takashi is the interviewee? Oh, how the turn tables.
Takashii you seem like you've been doing this for years.
23?! 😳😳😳 You same age as my younger brother 😳 00 line
Sukajan suki!
Nice.
Nice ending. lol
I couldn't see the link from the description and here's the video Takashii interviewing Toru.
ua-cam.com/video/Wv8kONGBGQY/v-deo.html
Take care of Japan! Brothers!
(7:54) I am not surprised. Although many people fantasize about living abroad, they are used to their countries culture. Unless the other country has a similar culture, people may get tired of living in a new country long term.
I like U because u can say English properly with smart👌
Interesting observation he made at around 6:05. White people were indeed the overwhelming majority race in all states of the US up until the last 2 decades or so. If Takashii went to California or NY in the 80s it probably would have been closer to his expectations. I'm assuming he got his impression of America from watching older classic films like Godfather or The Graduate?
White people still the majority in the South and in power positions everywhere.
Well,the majority population in the USA still white tho. I think a lot of Mexican immigrants arrived recently(Mexican not necessarily mean person of color, there are Mexicans who are white). But those people always seems to claim Mexican nationality even if they born in the USA, for reasons that I don't know why, lmao.
Takashi san I thought u 30 yrs old 😂😂😂
Haha! I think it's probably because his mannerism is very mature :)
Me too,lol. He gives me mature vibes.
Me too,lmao.
I thought he was in his late 30's.
Japan is so futuristic and so outdated at the same time. How people with tattoos are not allowed in hot springs is beyond me
Lmao. They think everyone is a Yakuza member.
TAKASHii from japan is a great channel.