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The Japanese must allow foreigners into Japan to work and help grow the economy of Japan. Japanese men are not having kids with their own women at a fast enough rate to exceed the death rate and aging population.
If you can't find Japanese people in Little Tokyo anymore, try Fullerton in Orange County, and Arcadia and Gardena in LA County. Gardena by far has the biggest concentration of Japanese now.
I went to Kobe in 2019. Got on a wrong bus but was sitting to a very kind elder. He was having a convo with me despite my broken Japanese. When seeing that I didn't really get his advice on how to get on the right bus, he went into the trouble of getting off the bus we were on with me and found me the right bus. He told the driver of the bus that I came from Thailand and needed to get off at bus stop xxx. I'll never forget your generosity, Kimura-san.
@@takashiifromjapan Omg you replied, thank you very much love your videos. Also there is a cool video idea i have which is about " Asking American people What kind of image of JAPAN do you have in mind after watching ANIME ". I think personally this would be a really intersting topic because as you know anime these days is really spreading worldwide and i wanna know what kind of image it's giving to them of JAPAN "
I visited Japan back in 2005 as a young teenager. The first person who approached us to talk was an elder, even if English wasn't his first language. He taught us the kanji for the recycling bins before proceeding to encourage us to speak to Japanese people. He very strongly encouraged us to speak to people, especially young people, who are eager to learn about different cultures and meet people of different cultures. Afterward, he beckoned two groups of high schoolers to come and chat with us, and we had a few simple, short conversations together before moving on. I will never forget that experience.
During my stay in Tokyo between 2014 to 2016, on one filled to the brim train, an elderly Japanese man walked in. He appeared tired and also disappointed there was no free seat. Out of consideration, I stand up and offer my space to him. Which he happily accepts. He walks past, sits down and we both greet each other with a smile. And that was that for a few stops. Until he eventually asked me in Japanese what my name was. At the time, I was a student at an English international school, which had Japanese lessons. So I could only speak very little but did my best. One sentence I first learnt to say on my own was: "I'm sorry, but my Japanese isn't the greatest." around those lines. And he happily laughed. Responding in English saying: "My English is a little rusty too" which resulted in a chuckle from us both. I had a very enjoyable conversation with him during that particular train ride. But I haven't seen him since but do wish him the best.
The only time I'd been to Japan I was approached by a very nice elder while I was waiting to cross the street. He asked me my name and where I was from, laughing and making jokes the entire time. He told me he had a gift for me and handed me a large sumo wrestler themed calendar. I bowed and told him how much I appreciated it. When it came time to go our separate ways, as I crossed the street he yelled in English "Have a wonderful time in my country! It is beautiful!" I'll never forget that kind old man.
It means a lot when people are this proud of their country. Here in Germany everyone says that it sucks and they rather live somewhere else, there is just nothing to be proud of here (except beer, cars and bread).
@@Jaiiyy atleast you are in a firstworld country. Try living in a third world country like India, you would be pretty grateful for your life over there in the UK
@@ttyagraj9554imagine your arm is broken and I walk over and say "at least the rest of your bones aren't broken you should be grateful" that's gotta be one of them logical fallacies right there
My best friend is Japanese. I met him in college and he went back to Japan after he graduated... I only talk to him on discord and instagram ever since. One day, we did a video chat and his grandpa walked in on us during the call. Naturally, my friend introduced me to him and we said our hellos. Ever since then, his grandpa always asks about my well being and wonders when I will finally visit them in their hometown. I get misty just thinking about it.
Omg I love that the old man admitted to changing his own opinions with time changing and learning, it shows real intent to grow as a person and it was just so cool to see. I love that mindset.
Agree. The wisdom and thought he showed was incredible in his answers, and it was wonderful to hear such a perspective. Such wonderful wisdom and outlook - would be someone I'd love to have a conversation with.
i also thought it was interesting that the only one who still harbored doubts was the lady who hadnt left japan and probably didnt know that many forigners. once you get to know people somewhere you realize they arent scary or bad at all lol
I mostly agree, however I hope the Japanese people maintain their sense of reason/logic and balance when it comes to potentially adopting certain parts of our western ideologies. It'd be a shame for them to become as "open-minded" as the US, for instance. Our minds have become so "open" that our brains have started falling out.
The first older man warmed my heart It takes a lot to recognize you were wrong in the past and move past it towards acceptance of others; it is NEVER too late to change for the better.
@@Saasbutter No, no. Like a certain sage once said: "Real masculinity is about doing whatever the other person wants you to do to please them at any given time".
@@takashiifromjapan you know when most people think of Japan we often think of manga and anime because of that's the biggest export. When I was younger it was how the elders are treated with so much respect and devotion, I'd really love the world to adopt that. Even though at times they seem to be very strict.
@@takashiifromjapan I liked the nice lady who did not want a foreigner to marry her daughter no matter what . Why ? Because I like a challenge When I met my future thai wife 10 years ago ( we spoke 3 years before I could travel to Thailand to meet her ) her mom was very nice and fed me like a king but her dad had big reservations and kept giving me the evil eye. He even told his daughter ( then 37 years old ) that she couldn't use HER scooter because he needed it to go check his fish traps.( he just didn't want me going places with his daughter. haha No matter. We went to town and I bought a brand new scooter. The look on his face ( shock) was hilarious when we breezed into the lane on our new machine. I gave him a sly wink when i got off and his mouth opened like he was going to say something ... I understood his side as he had never even met a " farange" and those he heard about were not good people ( lots of low life foreigners go to Thailand. Now he is my greatest fan . My wife had to return to thailand because he had a mild stroke , but she is always sending me translated messages from " dad" and pics of him waving and smiling at his farange son in law. I won't say all , but some folks can change their minds if you just treat them with kindness , respect and humor . In 2 years I will be moving to thailand full time . Really looking forward to that. Ps. I have visited Japan 4 times. Absolutely loved it . One reason was the culture was so pure. Dont let foreigners change your culture. Protect it
I moved to Japan 3 weeks ago, and was trying to find a local mall and got lost in the side streets. Saw an elderly couple walking, and asked if they knew where x mall was in Japan. The lady had a walker, and smiled (I think, her eyes looked like they were anyway), and she said to follow her. Her husband tailed along in the back. She asked where I was from, my age, ect,. and I followed her maybe 5 mins or so since I wasn't too far from where I needed to be. But just the fact she took the time from her walk to show me where to go was really sweet.
@@orfeoassiti6669 He is kindhearted but naive. He doesn't have to experience the horrors of diversity because he lives in a sane country, so he has an idyllic view of the intentions of diversity-pushers. He thinks that it will be just like Japan currently is except with some different looking people. What you actually end up with is North American cities (nightmareland)
@@tyrjilvincef9507 I'm half Estonian Half-Russian and I don't really think diverse places are nightmareland. It's different, but not bad. There are pros and cons to both
My oldest daughter spent a couple of years in Japan working at a school teaching English. Everyone took such good care of her. It was some of her happiest moments. She passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Father’s Day 2021. The people of Japan will always have a special place in my heart for their kindness and love for my sweet girl.
So sorry to hear of your loss. I just returned from an 11 day vacation in Japan and I was blown away at the kindness of the Japanese people. Even though they speak almost no English they treat you with such kindness and respect, as if you were royalty.
This made me tear up but I’m also so happy with your comment. My condolences and I’m sorry for your loss of your daughter. I hope you are doing okay and it’s easy to say than live through it yourself but know it does get easier. I pray for your well being 🙏
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One of my fondest memories of my first visit to Japan back in 2017 is an interaction I had with an elder businessman. I was inside Tokyo Station looking up at the signage to figure out which train I needed to take. I must have looked lost because he came up to me out of nowhere and asked in English "Excuse me, but do you need some help?". I was so taken aback, I responded "Oh, thank you so much, but I'm okay." Here he was, dressed in a suit holding a briefcase, most likely busy with going to work or a meeting (it was mid-day), took the time to stop and help a potentially lost foreigner. This one interaction really spoke to me about the kindness of local Japanese people, creating inside of me a deep love and respect for Japan 💓
Same, back in 2018 when I was in Kyoto, I didn't have the right change for the bus and was waiting at the wrong bus station (had to go to the opposite side). I was going back and forth on the street, a sweet lady stopped by, told me which bus I should take and even accompanied me to the post office to talk to the employees and have my notes broken into change. I still think of her kindness to an absolute stranger.
Same thing happened to us back in 2017. We were kinda lost and the elder Japanese woman who was standing near us knew how to speak in english and she helped us find the place we were looking for. Can’t wait to visit Japan again!
I had a similar thing happened to me both times I went to Japan. The first time (in 2010) actually the woman who asked me if I needed help went as far as to get off the train with me to explain exactly where I should go and even gave me her pasmo card (it already had about 1000 yen in it) because she thought it would make my trip easier. It was the first time I traveled entirely on my own anywhere and I was and still am really grateful to her.
I spent a week in Japan around 2005. I needed to fly out of Haneda to Misawa. I arrived at the airline counter, I can't remember the airline either JAL or ANA but the lady at the counter was trying to explain to me in Japanese that I needed to catch a shuttle outside and it would take me to the plane on the tarmac to board. I was struggling mightily to understand her and she picked up on it. She smiled and came around the counter and grabbed me by the hand(no lie) and walked me through the terminal outside and stood with me until the shuttle arrived. About 10 minutes. Try to get someone at LaGuardia to help a customer like that(LOL). She was so incredibly kind that I swear the experience has changed me ever since.
I really liked the first person and how aware he is about his own environment and the global environment. I would definitely want to give that man a handshake.
I love Japanese elders. I'll never forget when I was travelling alone in Osaka, a group of smiling silver haired elders invited me to join their picnic and asked me lots of questions about where I come from. They even wrote down their address to send them a postcard. On the street, I was often approached and asked if I needed help by them, sometimes several times a day.
My experience living here has been more or less everyone is accepting, but older people actually tend to ignore the fact I'm a foreigner more. Some young people when they see me panic a little at first thinking they might have to speak English or something, but when older people see me they just speak Japanese and don't give a crap. Since I have been living here for a long time now, it's really refreshing to have someone completely ignore the fact that I am not Japanese. I remember once I was just taking a walk by myself and some old dude was sitting on bench and yelled "konnichiwa, ii tenki desune----" (good afternoon, great weather today) and I responded "sou-desune" (i think so too/isn't it though) and he just smiled and waved and that was the end of it. There was no "Where are you from/Why do you speak Japanese". Those questions honestly don't bother me, but at the same time, being treated as though nothing about me is different, and I'm just a person....feels amazing.
Yea, elders are a lot more casual about it, while younger more impressionable people are paranoid about entertaining the guest (we call that "fazer sala" in Portuguese, because as a host, you're standing in the room with the guest instead of acting normal).
Older people generally don't give a crap. I'm only past 35 and I already feel that many things I thought were a big deal when I was younger were actually nothing, and didn't matter in the grand scheme of things, so being scared or stressing over them was just a waste of my resources. "If they can't speak Japanese, we'll just switch to English or I'll wish them a good day and leave", is probably what those older people were thinking.
When I studied in Japan, I was approached twice by the same old man, once on the train and another time walking down the street near my university. I don’t think he realized I was the same person, I think he just liked talking to foreigners. He was a retired high school history teacher and told me he used to oversee short term exchanges for his students and how important he thought exchange programs were for young people. He was very nice - and very chatty!
When I studied in Japan, one elderly woman gave me her umbrella. Just shoved it right into my hands before I could protest. Once I registered what just happened, I did try to politely decline and give it back but she all but ran away with a smile, blending in the crowd. I wish I had had a chance to return the umbrella and thank her.
I like how the most closed off person was easily sorted with the question "what's the favorite place you've been to" and she answered with never leaving Japan. Unless you open yourself to the world, you can never really be open to the world coming to you.
@@etistyle96 yeah, she seemed like she’d be against it because she wouldn’t understand a foreign culture; rather than because the person was foreign. if she traveled anywhere outside of Japan, her opinion would probably change.
Once again proving Japan's xenophobia is mostly driven by ignorance. People fear and oppose the unknown. If she'd traveled a bit, she'd be less close-minded.
@@KJane this is the same all over the world. If you would ask someone from the countryside that never left their village, they would answer the same. It’s all about feeling connected to the rest of the world.
@@ChronoMoogle Yes, ignorance works the same on all human kind. I only mentioned Japan because this is a video about Japan, and Japan's known for its xenophobia.
@@gabrieldasilva7970 Objectively, the world is changing into a worse one. One with diversity that causes increased crime and low-trust societies. Globalism is a crime against humanity.
I love the elderly people here so much, they have all the sass, and the best jokes and stories to tell! Sure you get the occasional grumpy person, but for the majority in my experience they are the best people to speak to, especially when practicing your Japanese as they are so patient and encouraging with you! There is an elderly lady who works as a cleaner at my share house and she is my favourite person ever, we always have a giggle whenever we bump into each other in the building! Earlier today I spotted her on my way out of the house, and she said that the ripped jeans I was wearing were very cool and I looked like a rock star 😆😆❤️
Before I travelled to japan I had the impression that the elders were the most strict and didn’t like foreigners. Actually they were the nicest people - communicating with me in broken english when I was buttnaked and the only foreigner in an onsen. I went to a tiny restaurant in Kyoto with friends run by an elderly couple and they not only waited on us with their super delicious food and poured us one glass after another. They sat down with us and tried to talk to us about our time in japan. The elderly people generally were so sweet 🥹!
It might been so decades ago, but now it's mostly down to attitude. I saw foreigners who are entitled assholes, speaking loudly in trains and laughing at japanese annoyed faces, but not able to confront them. And also foreigners who respect local norms and try to follow them. The latter didn't have any issues nor have any angry looks on them. And from personal experience after speaking with many elderly people over years in Japan, none had any issues with me and i was often invited to their houses to drink together after some event or just when they are bored and want to socialize with others i was also invited. I'm living in rural part of japan and most people there are quite old, few young people stay and prefer big city. There is a number of issues that foreigner face, like difficulty in renting or making a credit card. But general folk doesn't care much anymore, the first person is a good example of this.
@@xellzor I've had many more problems with Japanese people than with foreigners. They've pushed past me, given me dirty looks, my neighbor used to play loud music that pierced the walls well past midnight. Japanese people are not angels, reputation or no... on the whole I find them to have about the same percentage of assholes as foreigners do. No amount of regimented traditions will inoculate a population against that. That said, almost all the Japanese people and foreigners I know here in Japan are great people.
I've been living in Japan for a decade and I've always said I love the elderly in Japan. They're so friendly and welcoming. If you come to Japan to stay long-term, try and connect with old people at a community center or something. They will take good care of you.
@Catherine Howell Aaaw. That's so sweet! They can't resist kids and all the attention they get from their new family.💕😊 I became someone's daughter and fly to my "hometown" every year for New Year.
I'm still a few years short of a decade, but I very much agree! I was neighbours with two elderly people, and they were super-friendly! I somehow doubt elderly people from my home country would be as friendly towards someone who wasn't white.
@@BestMods168 What part of, "the elderly" seemed to encompass All Japanese People to you? There are aspects of any country that sucks. Heck, even things about my country sucks. People will say things to your face and then go and talk behind you back there. While living in Japan can be hard for many foreigners, meeting and connecting with elderly people has been a positive experience for most.
My wife’s mothers side of the family is okinawan, and I could not believe how kind they have been to me. My wife’s grandmother lost a sibling during the battle of Okinawa so I was worried that as an American she would be hostile, which I could understand. Instead she and all of the family have been amazing. They never let us pay for meals when we visit (and we try), and they gave us amazing wedding gifts and try to engage us in conversation as we work on our Japanese. I have experienced that same kind of kindness all across Okinawa, even as my Japanese is still terrible. I absolutely love and appreciate the culture.
I remember one time I was flying home from an Asian country and had a really long layover in Haneda airport. Long story short, I was FORCED out of the airport because they close at night. I was pretty much nowhere to stay in Tokyo until the next day when my flight left. Eventually ANA (THE best airline out there without a doubt!) found me a place to stay in Sakura. I had no idea how to get there and only a backpack with me. Eventually I found my way to the trains and I had to keep looking at the ticket Kanji characters while looking at the screens above the doors because they only showed the Kanji characters without English. Miraculously I found my way to Sakura late in the evening. It was a small quiet town and nobody around at all. A group of students came by and we couldn't speak to each other, but they led me to the train station master. They didn't speak English at all either and we just left it at that. I kept walking the streets and it was probably around 8pm or so...there was a middle aged gentleman that was walking the street, he kind of just glanced at me and smiled. I figured I'd just show him my little piece of paper that had the hotel name on it. He ended up walking the complete opposite direction he was going and walked me all the way to the hotel to make sure I arrived. I gave him a sincere arigatou and he gave me a nice solid bow, then just walked away. I still to this day have no idea who he is or what his name is, but I'm very grateful to him and his generosity!
Hey, I know this comment is a few months old but my family is actually from Sakura. It seems like a strange place to put someone up for a night in my opinion! I hope you enjoyed your stay in Sakura, it is a place very close to my heart.
"I wouldn't want my grand children to marry a foreigner because I wouldn't be able to understand their Japanese." "What if the foreigner spoke fluent Japanese?" "Still no." lol idk why this made me laugh XD
It is just their preference and bias because that is how they lived in their time. Unless they are traditional parents(using the typical japanese marriage shenanigans), the children will still have the say in the end.
Makes sense. Especially if it's her daughter because eventually shell start speaking her husband's native tongue more since the foreigner is the patriarch of the family.
Really appreciated the first man you interviewed. They understood that the world changes and that people could learn a lot from people from other countries. Really happy to see elders so open to new things
Do you mean “change” or “progression”? Because some would say anything that is against globalism is “regression”, even though it’s a matter of cultural identity and you need to assimilate if you’re going to visit a country, otherwise you look extremely rude and intolerant. I guess people are only happy with change if it fits their worldview…
Lived in Japan for about a year and can honestly say every Japanese person I've met has been friendly and lovely and are really interested in trying to talk to you and learn. One time while I was waiting for a train in Osaka an old woman came to me wagging her finger and I took out my earphones assuming she was going to say something about me being a foreigner but she was just jokingly telling me to not be so tall and making her feel so small ( I'm 188cm she was maybe 150cm) and i apologised and said id do my best in the future and she just laughed and walked away. I thought it was a cute moment.
Just came back from a trip in Japan, that older gentlemen is spot on, what a great open mind. And to note, leaving the hotel one night we found an old lady who had just fallen and hit her face on the ground, lots of bleeding. I was very impressed with the 8 or so people who stopped what they were doing and came to her aid ( as did we as well ) comforted her, helped to clean her and restore her dignity, It really reinforced that there are plenty of good people in Japan , thanks for the display of kindness to her.
I'll never forget when I was in Kyoto with my Mum, we were wandering round a shopping mall and I remember we stopped at a pet shop to look at the puppies in the window, and I remember an elderly Japanese lady came over to us and started a friendly conversation asking if we lived here and planned to adopt a puppy. We were just visiting, but I'll always remember how kind and friendly she was. It can be intimidating being in a foreign country, so little moments like that make you feel a lot more comfortable.
@@KirksCORNER1983 Wow, it's almost as if there's a dialectal heterogeneity of ways to refer to one's parents! Who would have thought it? Here's a nice demonstration: your mum likes to call me daddy.
How enlightened was the gentleman at the start! What a fantastic attitude. I have been to Japan and it is truly an amazing country. The people I interacted with were all very respectful and I naturally reciprocated in the same manner!
Both old men just irradiated wisdom like jedi masters. I think they are fantastic counterparts in a conversation. It feels like there's a lot to learn from them!
One can really tell, that the first interviewed man tasted a big spoon of wisdom in his lifetime. It really makes me happy and hopeful for the future to see a man, from a clearly older generation (most probably grew up without contact to other countries and cultures) to make such a remark. He understood that mankind and the world is changing and people around the world need to connect, for understanding each other and for living a better life together. Like he said, a country would lose itself, if it keeps being isolated from the rest. A wise man.
I totally agree with "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." We should always be aware of the customs and cultural norms of the country that we are visiting. Instead of feeling indignant (especially when the host country customs are very different from what you are used to.) and entitled, insisting that the host country try to accomodate you, I guess it may be more helpful to make an effort to understand and adjust. Ignorance shouldn't be an excuse or license to get away with behaviors that irk the local. I find that one usually has a smoother or more pleasant time in another country when one is grateful for the land which one stands on at the moment. I guess it's being a gracious guest who is respectful of the host's home; awareness/being more mindful, open-minded to be willing to understand others, humility and most of all, being considerate to others, to one's surroundings, can make one a welcomed guest.
@@southcoastinventors6583 It depends on which demographic from the US. I don't think that Gen X and older would be a problem. The younger generations are problematic.
@@Mecks089 So you are generalizing or stereotyping ALL Americans in the U.S. are exactly the same ???? Sounds a bit discriminatory, prejudice, and racist.
I lived in Japan 15 years and it was the children and elderly folks who were always the most accepting of me. It was touching to hear the old lady near the start answer the question, "what do you think of foreign people in Japan?", and she said; "I think of them as the same as Japanese " How sweet is that?! 😊 If everyone in Japan felt that way it would be even more wonderful.
@@dushaunlewis7574 if you invite infinite amounts of foreigners to Japan they influence the culture. Eventually it wouldn’t be the distinctly Japanese nation that we know.
@@marv4167 That's not how it works mate. If Japan became a multicultural nation like Switzerland, Australia, Belgium, Canada, (and the list goes on), then people would still recognize it as a Japanese nation. It would still retain its culture. The fact that Japan is still reluctant on inviting more immigrants is hurting the country, and many residents know it.
Japan really captivated me back in 2018. I first went in April. I noticed that historical spots have elderly working as volunteer guides. They were nice. The overall experience made me enroll in a Japanese class once I got back to my country, then I went back on October. That was the best year ever. Also I have to mention that an elder lady gave me a day-free subway pass ticket. If I ever meet here her again, I want to tell her ありがとうございます。
Thank you Takashii for this video!! I imagine that it might not be as easy to get the elderly people to talk to the camera as it is with the younger generation, and I love how honest they were! You asked some very good questions!! Keep up the good work! Your channel is truly a gem ❤️
Thank you, Elders, for your wisdom and honesty! They are all so sweet. 🥰 Thanks Takashii-san for getting the perspective from older Japanese folks. More videos like this please. Safe travels to the US! ✈
"I would have previously been against it, but I don't see anything wrong with it now. The world has changed, and it will continue to do so. If we don't change, Japan will lose itself." That's one of the coolest things I've ever heard in my life. There's a lot of Americans that could learn from this man. Anyone in the world could learn from this man.
@@R-Lee- well, that's a different context. He was asked about what he felt about Japanese marrying foreigners when he said this. It's not that Japan will lose itself if more foreigners don't move there, but if it doesn't accept change. Same for any society
@@R-Lee- again, that's out of context. He said that if Japan doesn't change, it will lose itself. That's a very broad statement to be boxed into something like marrying foreigners, change could be anything. Look at all of the change Japan has had across different eras. In my own American opinion, I think Japan is one of the most interesting countries in the world and has one of the most graceful cultures. And Japan owes that to changes that have been made in its history. It wasn't always as peaceful or graceful as it is now. No country was. Personally, I wish Americans were a little bit more reserved and similar to Japan. A lot of people here are so loud and obnoxious, it's distracting. But I can also appreciate our freedom of expression here.
When I lived in Japan I went to Nara to visit the deer park with my wife. I wasnt sure which bus to get on so I talked to a couple in my broken japanese where to go for the bus and coincidently they were going there also for a shrine that was there. They took me and my wife there and stayed with us through the whole time there. They even invited us to their house to cook us dinner and have a traditional meal with them. Now that I am in america, I still talk to them and we plan on flying them to america so we can treat them to the same hospitality. The japanese culture is rooted deeply is helping and love for everyone I believe. ❤
It's interesting to hear the elders' insights/opinions in regards to societal matters. They have a broader range of wisdom and knowledge and they've always have something fascinating to share with the younger generation.
Actually they don't, elders are those who cling most to traditions and are those who are opposed to "change" regardless of what that change is. Most are stuck in their mindset unfortunately.
@@seiji6195 there is something to be said for upholding valuable traditions. Arrogantly throwing them away without deep consideration is every bit as close minded as the "xenophobes" (they are not xenophobes, they have pride in their own culture)
@@BOZ_11 Yes, emphasize on "valuable". Hating on people for no reason because YOU (the elders in this case) fear change is anything but valuable we ain't talking about getting rid about some festivals or whatever "traditions" but mindsets of the old. You can see it with that one grandma she just hated on them for no reason uh becuse we can't understand each other!" but then when given the example of when he could speak fluently and lived there for a very long time "oh yeah no still a no for me"
I love how the first man answered the questions and the advice he gave us foreigners!!! I love everything about Japan from the cars to people to the culture and custom that come with, I haven’t been to Japan before but I hope 1 day soon I will visit so I can experience everything!!!
Props to Takashii for having people from different backgrounds and opinions, it's important to listen to everybody, even if we disagree with their opinions. Great video as always Takashii!
You're absolutely right. The ability to listen to others' opinions without accepting them is something that is being lost among many Americans, sadly. It's honestly more concerning than the rise of extremism itself, in my opinion, since the lack of discourse leads to echo chambers that strengthen the extremes.
The First Gentleman had so much wisdom and seemed so genuinely kind! I do hope to visit Japan with my children some day, I hope to make many friends from Japan! ☺️
Japan is like any other country. There will be people who welcome you into their country and others who don’t. Just like Hawaii, where I live. Some have “aloha”, and some don’t. I’ll be visiting Japan in October, I am hoping that the majority of the people I run into, will be the kind and welcoming Japanese that I have always come across when visiting Japan!
I recently moved from Hawaii to Japan. Everyone I have had any interaction with here has been extremely welcoming and kind. Although I love and miss Hawaii, I have felt more aloha here in 2 months than I did there in 4 years.
I agree with you. The people that I have had interaction in the past, have always been kind. Sometimes even going out of their way! It’s just that with some people I know have recently come back from japan and had some uncomfortable situations with some local Japanese.
I am also from Hawaii! I moved to Japan in 2019, just before the Corona Outbreak. Luckily, I live in an area similar to Hawaii, so I don't get homesick often. However, my friends from Hawaii want to visit me in Japan, but it's been difficult. They asked me, "What should we do when we land in Japan? what should we do before we come to Japan?" and I tell them, "Learn the simple, basic language like "Hello, Goodbye, Thank you," and "Where ______?" I miss Hawaii a lot. But the people in Japan are so sweet, nice, and filled with "Aloha."
I feel that the sweet lady might come across as “racist “ to some people. But I feel that a lot of older Japanese people are more afraid of other cultures because of lack of contact with people from other countries. My mother was like that. Sweet, but timid around foreigners. My mother and I were both born in Japan. Dad is America Japanese. So I can see both sides. Wish I didn’t lose my Japan citizenship.
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️! Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget! So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
About 6 years ago, I befriended a delegation of about 20 Japanese Les Mills fitness instructors (most on their 30s, 40s and 50s) during a Les Mills gym filming week in my town of Auckland, New Zealand (I was just a gym member but I was invited to the filming because I knew the choreographies and I guess I looked the part). The next year, when the Japanese people came back to film, not only did they recognize me and were super enthusiastic to see me, they REMEMBERED that I liked Pokémon and KitKats and so they had brought me an entire Pokémon Go lunchbox filled with KitKats of various flavors!!! I was so overwhelmed and greatful I think I even teared up a little... they were mostly from Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo.
The 2nd grandma mentioned about foreigners still speak in their own mother tongue while walking on the street, so she hopes that they can practice speaking Japanese so that they can understand. To me, I really agree with her because only by practicing we can get better in our Japanese speaking. However, after living here for almost 3 months, I feel like it’s difficult to make Japanese friends here, at least from my experience. Surely, if I am walking in the street with Japanese, I will of course do my best to converse in Japanese. But if I’m talking to other foreigners as well, I guess it’s normal for us to switch back to a language that we are fluent in? 😅
I totally get you. When I first moved to Japan, it was sooooo hard to make friends. Usually the only people that want to be friends are those who are studying English and then their English is really good, so you just end up speaking English.
@@kailfran hahaha I know right! That’s also a case that I’ve often heard about. It’s like the Japanese who wants to make friends, they want to also practice English so ended up we just speak English 😂 anyway, there is a student who seems to be okay with chatting with me, which in grateful for. I just really hope to be good in speaking Japanese soon 🤗
In a truly cosmopolitan country like the US, it's only natural to find you never minded people on the street chatting in their language because you assume they also speak decent to native level English and you won't assume anyone doesn't speak the language of the country like the Japanese do when they think you don't look like eastern Asian I think it works both ways, of course learning the local language is important, but there are also lessons to be learned for Japanese people to stop prejudicing people about their ability to speak Japanese I speak Japanese and English as second languages to similar levels. And I lived in Osaka and Tokyo for some years and currently in New York, I would say the common New Yorkers are way more experienced to deal with non-native speakers. During my time in Tokyo, too many times people just couldn't resist the temptation to grab their phone to use Google Translate when I start a conversation with a foreign accent and were eager to end it even though they can understand me clearly.
@@emmathomsonsmith she didn't say that the foreigners SHOULD speak jap in japan,but she only suggest it to those who are learning Japanese so that they could improve their language skills.
although i know and speak japanese and had some known some japanese friends before, usually they would stop contacting me after a while.Thats why i got the idea that japanese friends usually dont last long, unlike my UK/Hong Kong friends overseas. Not sure why this happens.
Japan is truly amazing. I went to Osaka last 2017, it was very long time ago and I remembered I struggled about some directions in the train and this one woman, I vaguely remember her face but she was super kind and helpful and without hesitation helped me. I was super grateful that until now I remember her kindness. Wishing to go back there next year ❤️
日本に一人で住んでいた時、スーパーから山の頂上までに私と会話した人はほとんどお年寄りです。日本のお婆さんとお爺さんたちは思いがけなく手厚いし、優しかったです。感謝します。🥺 The most tolerant and welcoming people I met in Japan were by and large elderly folks. They would strike up conversation with me unexpectedly, but I always left feeling warm and fuzzy inside. 🥲
The first two were so lovely, the older lady seemed really kind and open. It's always interesting seeing how people respond to questions with polarising answers. Usually they answer as if their stance is obvious and shared with the majority.
This is why I appreciate Japanese people generally the most, most have a good understanding of how life is, elders especially, very touching video too see, good people all around and this is one of the biggest reasons I wish to visit some day
My wife and I recently returned from a vacation in Japan. We took a riverboat ride down the Hozugawa river near Kyoto. We were among a group of about 20 waiting to board the boat, although we were not the first to board the captain placed us in the first row. I didn't think much of it until I realized we were the only non Japanese on the boat and then it dawned on me that it was a sign of respect to two tourists so that we can have the best experience possible. During the ride the three crew members engaged the riders with many stories and jokes in Japanese but they always made an effort to throw in a few English words on our behalf. There was even a nice lady sitting behind us that translated much of what was being said for us. Was a very memorable experience for us and a great example of the kindness and respect of the people in Japan.
seemingly we could really do with more Japanese elders in Scotland. They are so wholesome, intelligent and kind. I want the Japanese spirit to spread to the rest of the world, I think the world could learn from it. There's a Japanese lady that I usually see at work once a week (this is rare where I live) and I am so excited whenever I see her and her daughter, because they are intelligent and interesting people. I got to speak Japanese with her for the first time, I was so happy and honoured! Takashii-san, this is a great video and you make great, interesting content, unlike other RUclipsrs. Thank you, I am grateful for this channel, I learn a so much here! :)
Very cool video. I'd love to visit Japan one day and it's nice knowing some/most people are welcoming the return of tourism. I signed up with Sakuraco using your code too :D Really excited for those to come! Thanks for sharing!
I love how they are so intelligent and mature despite loving their tradition, i Hope i could visit sono Japan cause i want to learn more from them and from their culture as well
From my observations, when your population consists of 98.5% native Japanese you feel open and welcoming of foreigners. But when the immigration levels grow very quickly and the native population gets down to the regions of 80% that is unfortunately where resentment of foreigners kicks in. Things change way too quickly for some people to adjust. In Japan the diversity of the population hasn’t changed much so these answers are quite expected imo
@@anembersarc Exactly, I don't like all these liberals calling Japanese people racist for not wanting foreigners to take over and disrespect/destroy their people/culture/country. Japan is unique and special because of the Japanese, and us foreigners should respect them for that! If you want to live in a city/country that is completely diverse and has no identity, then there are many countries/cities that are becoming that way now, but don't try to force multi-cultural ideals on every country in the entire world so that nobody will be different anymore!
I wouldn't agree with that, if people are comfortable around each other, then it's fine, Japanese people don't have prejudices against other races. Same with Brazil, there are about 274 languages in Brazil, everyone is different, and we have a great time together and accept everyone.
I think Japanese elders are adorable. They are worth the respect and recognition. We can learn so many things from elders. I am old-fashioned. I adore elders. I take care of my elderly parents and I always talk to my grandma.
I’ve experienced both sides of the elderly in Japan. I lived in Japan for 20 years and married to a Japanese person. I’ve experienced the kindness of being helped get on the right train by someone who got on the train with me and travelled the wrong way for 30 mins to show me the right one. I’ve also been in a train and got whacked on the shins by an old man with a walking stick repeatedly, whilst being told to return back to my country. I’d say that from my experience with my parents in law they don’t like that I have emotion, especially outward emotion. That being said their opinions and view of foreigners has completely changed over time. Interestingly they too are like one of the ladies who have never been out of Japan.
@@celestialasmr9624Japanese people follow a very different social society than the US where we don’t care who sees what. Japanese people have a hierarchy and try to refrain from sticking out in any way good or bad. Simple things such as hugging which is very common here is frowned upon there. It’s a very different way of life that foreigners will be judged on if you do something out of the ordinary for the most part
@@celestialasmr9624 outward expression of emotion is the first step toward conflict, which the japanese like to avoid at all costs. So they mask their emotions (especially negative ones) to avoid a conflict or an awkward situation
What a nice video! The first guy was very touching! I remember the first time I went to Japan, back in 2016. I was overwhelmed. But in a nice way. I don't speak Japanese, but even with hands and feet people tried to help me when I asked for help ( I am old school traveler, I used a map. Not the phone). And I remember a lovely lady from a hostel, we were having breakfast ( she is Japanese) and made me an origami that I still have. " For you, to remember Japan". ❤️🇯🇵 I will never forget it.
Californian here.......Just got back from Osaka area...Stayed in Juso, Visited Nara, Koyasan! Very amazing World Heritage Sites! All the Japanese People were very accommodating, very helpful with the trains and directions! Love Japan and will go back for sure!
The first interview was the best, I liked how he thinks about foreign people and the future of Japan. My biggest fear is if I meet someone I really like in Japan that the family would reject me. That would be the worst thing that could happen as for me, family is really important. But I'm really looking forward to Japan next year to improve myself with work and studying Japanese 🥰
the first man you spoke to is so sweet. after watching abroad in japan and some other asian youtubers like trash taste its pretty surprising to see a japanese local speaking so freely. its nice to see someone that openly answers questions and actually allows some insight to how local people think.
Loved the elder interviews! It would be nice to see a mix of elder and young in all of your interviews going forward! It was so awesome to hear their perspectives! Enjoy your trip to the US!😊
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️! Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget! So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
As i already told you, I learned your RUclips channel through my daughters also want to move and study in Japan. I was born and raised in Somalia Africa but, I have lived in Scandinavia 16 in Norway our home and before that 7yrs in Sweden my children are Norwegian because its theirs country home...they love japanese language, culture and animes... This is a proof of we all are human race first....the rest is culture, traditions and languages which we truly need.
I really liked the 3rd person you spoke to (the lady tending to flowers). She said something that I've never really given much thought living here. I expected her to say "Speak Japanese in the street to continue expanding and practicing your Japanese", but she ended up explaining "so that we (Japanese) can understand what you're saying". I've never actually though about it, but it would be more comfortable and enjoyable for them, if I continued to speak with foreign friends in Japanese when outside.
Just left after a month of business in the Omihachiman region (daifuku) i loved how respectful and and honorable the townsfolk were. Everyone was a pleasure to be around. Visited osaka and kyoto amd many shrines and tourist areas, pachinko parlor and restaurants...all so nice and helpful.
Please interview more people by demographics. Not just nearby but by age or kind of job or hobbies or whatever and go to different parts of Japan with it. Soooo many combinations and questions you can ask people. Keep the great work going and enjoy your trip.
That is not possible. Takashi person is not educated enough to go outside city. Most Japanese people and also foreigners are like that so abnormal has become normal.
Your channel is so wonderful Takashi, thank you so much! I’m not Japanese, nor do I live in Japan but it’s still so interesting to me to watch your vox pops and to hear the points of view of ordinary people.
Ive been to Tokyo when I was 14 a long time ago and to this day it’s the most fascinating place I’ve ever visited. I hope to visit other Japanese cities aswell in the future !
@@takashiifromjapan enjoy your time in the US, Takashi! Transform that nervousness into excitement for this opportunity! Visiting other countries opens our minds. Wish you a nice trip.
Well I’m 7 months later, but the first man it’s telling the truth! Back in 2019 I was at a festival I’m a freelance and Sound engineer, so we had Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, it was quite hard to talk with them due the language barrier, but in the end when we were gathering all the mics and cables the staff called us and they wanted to take a picture with the staff, in General Japanese people it’s one of the most educated and kind people that I have meet on my job! ❤️🇯🇵
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️! Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget! So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
Hi Takashii. I’ve just subscribed to your channel. I travelled from Australia in 2013 with my partner to Japan. I come from Scotland originally and my partner is Australian. My partner knew more Japanese to get by on our travels but everyone was able to help us as we travelled through smaller towns too. We spent 4 weeks in your lovely country and we both agreed that we love the Japanese people and their respect for others in everyday interactions. We never had one bad experience. I have fond memories of my time in Japan and look forward to bringing my two young daughters in the future! I’ll never forget the gentleman who offered me a bite of his Choco Monaka Jumbo ice cream sandwich just because we spoke with him and asked kindly for some directions. He was a middle aged guy in Tokyo who was so kind after only a 2 minute conversation about where we came from. I politely declined his offer but soon became addicted to them myself! Take care and good luck with your channel!
I was in Japan back in 2019 (together with a friend). We were on the way to our appartment and just looked on google maps. An old man (about 80? years) saw it and came to us, asked if he could help us. He was so kind and we couldn't stop him from guiding us to the appartment. He even took my suitcase & we had a really nice conversation on the way. I never ever experienced something like that in any other country.
I’m an Australian, worked in a big corpo for six years. Japan is an amazing country for me, lots of relaxing places, beautiful culture and people. Still have a lot of friends there and very pleasant memories 🥰🇦🇺
3:58 This is such a good word of advice for any foreigner going to another country. If you're going to spend any amount of time in country that doesn't speak your native language, at least learn the basics of their language. I.E. how to say hello, goodbye, thank you, excuse me, basic directional words like "where is x...", or restaurant orders like "I want x food". Learning these basics can go a LONG way. Also, never be intimidated. If there's something I learned from practicing Chinese at my local asian market, it's that they are always willing to correct you and let you know if you are saying things incorrectly or correctly. It never comes from a place of malice, but of appreciation. I think us in Western countries like the US, UK, and Canada take that for granted. We expect others to speak English when coming to our country without grasping how difficult it is to learn a foreign language. Always compliment someone's English if it's clear that they are learning the language. It's always such a boost of confidence
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Brother I wanna talk about something personal how can I ask you brother ?
The Japanese must allow foreigners into Japan to work and help grow the economy of Japan. Japanese men are not having kids with their own women at a fast enough rate to exceed the death rate and aging population.
Praying🙏✝🕊 you'll be kept safe during your visit here in the United States.
If you can't find Japanese people in Little Tokyo anymore, try Fullerton in Orange County, and Arcadia and Gardena in LA County. Gardena by far has the biggest concentration of Japanese now.
I went to Kobe in 2019. Got on a wrong bus but was sitting to a very kind elder. He was having a convo with me despite my broken Japanese. When seeing that I didn't really get his advice on how to get on the right bus, he went into the trouble of getting off the bus we were on with me and found me the right bus. He told the driver of the bus that I came from Thailand and needed to get off at bus stop xxx. I'll never forget your generosity, Kimura-san.
Nice story, thanks for sharing
こういうエピソードに神戸が出てくるの初めて見て嬉しい。
What the fuck is your name
Wholesome 100
Really is not the people who are often rude but for sone reason the media and business owners are. Specially those in business in remote areas.
The old man at the first was actually a really good and intellegent dude. He thought all about culture and stuff and then decided to answer.
he was actually kind!
@@takashiifromjapan Omg you replied, thank you very much love your videos. Also there is a cool video idea i have which is about " Asking American people What kind of image of JAPAN do you have in mind after watching ANIME ". I think personally this would be a really intersting topic because as you know anime these days is really spreading worldwide and i wanna know what kind of image it's giving to them of JAPAN "
@@vjgamer8835 oh don’t worry I have tons of video ideas I will make in the US including that one!
I agree
このジジが好き
I visited Japan back in 2005 as a young teenager. The first person who approached us to talk was an elder, even if English wasn't his first language. He taught us the kanji for the recycling bins before proceeding to encourage us to speak to Japanese people. He very strongly encouraged us to speak to people, especially young people, who are eager to learn about different cultures and meet people of different cultures. Afterward, he beckoned two groups of high schoolers to come and chat with us, and we had a few simple, short conversations together before moving on. I will never forget that experience.
That elder sounds like a really warm person. What a touching story. Thanks for sharing.
What a story! 🤩🤩
Wholesome
"only 31% of japan actively accepts foreigners" I'M DEAAAD 💀💀💀
Its ok to be in japan as tourist, but live there? Think 10 time before did that.. the dark side is to huge.
During my stay in Tokyo between 2014 to 2016, on one filled to the brim train, an elderly Japanese man walked in. He appeared tired and also disappointed there was no free seat.
Out of consideration, I stand up and offer my space to him. Which he happily accepts.
He walks past, sits down and we both greet each other with a smile. And that was that for a few stops.
Until he eventually asked me in Japanese what my name was. At the time, I was a student at an English international school, which had Japanese lessons. So I could only speak very little but did my best. One sentence I first learnt to say on my own was: "I'm sorry, but my Japanese isn't the greatest." around those lines. And he happily laughed. Responding in English saying: "My English is a little rusty too" which resulted in a chuckle from us both.
I had a very enjoyable conversation with him during that particular train ride. But I haven't seen him since but do wish him the best.
Very lovely story. This is the stuff of wonderful memories.
Yes, Japan and the Japanese seem lovely, I'm from the uk and definitely have a visit on my bucket list
とても心が暖まるお話ですね😊
THIS IS SO WHOLESOME 😭
American elders could never LMAOO
The only time I'd been to Japan I was approached by a very nice elder while I was waiting to cross the street. He asked me my name and where I was from, laughing and making jokes the entire time. He told me he had a gift for me and handed me a large sumo wrestler themed calendar. I bowed and told him how much I appreciated it. When it came time to go our separate ways, as I crossed the street he yelled in English "Have a wonderful time in my country! It is beautiful!"
I'll never forget that kind old man.
It means a lot when people are this proud of their country. Here in Germany everyone says that it sucks and they rather live somewhere else, there is just nothing to be proud of here (except beer, cars and bread).
@@Jaiiyy atleast you are in a firstworld country. Try living in a third world country like India, you would be pretty grateful for your life over there in the UK
@@BigMacEnjoyer3000 yea, it's true, i lived in Germany before until me and my family moved out to Asia
@@BigMacEnjoyer3000you Germans are the most unpatriotic there is, you are ashamed that you do not love your country
@@ttyagraj9554imagine your arm is broken and I walk over and say "at least the rest of your bones aren't broken you should be grateful"
that's gotta be one of them logical fallacies right there
My best friend is Japanese. I met him in college and he went back to Japan after he graduated... I only talk to him on discord and instagram ever since. One day, we did a video chat and his grandpa walked in on us during the call. Naturally, my friend introduced me to him and we said our hellos. Ever since then, his grandpa always asks about my well being and wonders when I will finally visit them in their hometown. I get misty just thinking about it.
Are you a girl? If so, I bet he likes you and just didn't have the courage to ask you out.
@@shafaet1194 Platonic relationships between men and women do exist. :)
Next time tell a story that has something to do with the video
@@aabe1189 Japanese are shy and introverted. The truth isn't always as blurry as you think it is :)
@@DreamerRusty man, from a biological standpoint we should be naked in the woods. We beat nature a long while ago, we can do whatever we want
Omg I love that the old man admitted to changing his own opinions with time changing and learning, it shows real intent to grow as a person and it was just so cool to see. I love that mindset.
He would be a fascinating companion to share tea and a philosophical discussion with
@Adrians Cehins what
Agree. The wisdom and thought he showed was incredible in his answers, and it was wonderful to hear such a perspective. Such wonderful wisdom and outlook - would be someone I'd love to have a conversation with.
i also thought it was interesting that the only one who still harbored doubts was the lady who hadnt left japan and probably didnt know that many forigners. once you get to know people somewhere you realize they arent scary or bad at all lol
I mostly agree, however I hope the Japanese people maintain their sense of reason/logic and balance when it comes to potentially adopting certain parts of our western ideologies. It'd be a shame for them to become as "open-minded" as the US, for instance. Our minds have become so "open" that our brains have started falling out.
The first older man warmed my heart
It takes a lot to recognize you were wrong in the past and move past it towards acceptance of others; it is NEVER too late to change for the better.
This is what real masculinity is.
Having the strength and will to grow as a person, even when you're old.
@@Saasbutter No, no. Like a certain sage once said:
"Real masculinity is about doing whatever the other person wants you to do to please them at any given time".
@@Swyrynia what is a sjw?
It also shows his mind has been tainted and brainwashed by the global agenda.
Im glad Japan has a strict border.
They were so wholesome, I really liked the 1st guy and his advice.
Same!
@@takashiifromjapan you know when most people think of Japan we often think of manga and anime because of that's the biggest export. When I was younger it was how the elders are treated with so much respect and devotion, I'd really love the world to adopt that. Even though at times they seem to be very strict.
@@nkosikhonangidi7251 that’s an East Asian thing in general. It’s called Confucianism
@@takashiifromjapan I liked the nice lady who did not want a foreigner to marry her daughter no matter what .
Why ?
Because I like a challenge
When I met my future thai wife 10 years ago ( we spoke 3 years before I could travel to Thailand to meet her ) her mom was very nice and fed me like a king but her dad had big reservations and kept giving me the evil eye.
He even told his daughter ( then 37 years old ) that she couldn't use HER scooter because he needed it to go check his fish traps.( he just didn't want me going places with his daughter. haha
No matter. We went to town and I bought a brand new scooter.
The look on his face ( shock) was hilarious when we breezed into the lane on our new machine.
I gave him a sly wink when i got off and his mouth opened like he was going to say something ...
I understood his side as he had never even met a " farange" and those he heard about were not good people ( lots of low life foreigners go to Thailand.
Now he is my greatest fan . My wife had to return to thailand because he had a mild stroke , but she is always sending me translated messages from " dad" and pics of him waving and smiling at his farange son in law. I won't say all , but some folks can change their minds if you just treat them with kindness , respect and humor .
In 2 years I will be moving to thailand full time . Really looking forward to that.
Ps. I have visited Japan 4 times. Absolutely loved it . One reason was the culture was so pure. Dont let foreigners change your culture. Protect it
@@ethics3 thats very cute!
I moved to Japan 3 weeks ago, and was trying to find a local mall and got lost in the side streets. Saw an elderly couple walking, and asked if they knew where x mall was in Japan. The lady had a walker, and smiled (I think, her eyes looked like they were anyway), and she said to follow her. Her husband tailed along in the back. She asked where I was from, my age, ect,. and I followed her maybe 5 mins or so since I wasn't too far from where I needed to be. But just the fact she took the time from her walk to show me where to go was really sweet.
it was a win win because they were also curious
Sounds to me like you played a lot of Shen Mue XD
So how is it living there? Are you from the U.S?
一人目のおじさん、長く生きてると自分の価値観を変えるのって難しくなっちゃうのに、時代に合わせて変わっていかなきゃとか、日本人を褒めるだけじゃなくて良くない側面でもあるよねって言えるの尊敬
That first gentleman definitely put a smile on my face, we need more folks like him all around the world.
You like that he said what you hoped he would say
@@buttsniffa7469 No, because he was rational and intelligent in his answer
@@orfeoassiti6669 He is kindhearted but naive. He doesn't have to experience the horrors of diversity because he lives in a sane country, so he has an idyllic view of the intentions of diversity-pushers. He thinks that it will be just like Japan currently is except with some different looking people. What you actually end up with is North American cities (nightmareland)
@@tyrjilvincef9507 I'm half Estonian Half-Russian and I don't really think diverse places are nightmareland. It's different, but not bad. There are pros and cons to both
@@tyrjilvincef9507 Load of bollocks.
My oldest daughter spent a couple of years in Japan working at a school teaching English. Everyone took such good care of her. It was some of her happiest moments. She passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Father’s Day 2021. The people of Japan will always have a special place in my heart for their kindness and love for my sweet girl.
So sorry to hear of your loss. I just returned from an 11 day vacation in Japan and I was blown away at the kindness of the Japanese people. Even though they speak almost no English they treat you with such kindness and respect, as if you were royalty.
@@robcanad thank you.
This made me tear up but I’m also so happy with your comment. My condolences and I’m sorry for your loss of your daughter. I hope you are doing okay and it’s easy to say than live through it yourself but know it does get easier. I pray for your well being 🙏
@@mqmohammed thank you
:(
It’s unsurprising that the woman who was against her child marrying a foreigner has never left Japan. Traveling really opens our eyes and our minds.
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You wish
I thought the same
Marrying foreigners is dangerous. Banning interracial marriage will be good for Japan
lots of people travel and still remain close-minded and trapped in their ego and lower vibrations
One of my fondest memories of my first visit to Japan back in 2017 is an interaction I had with an elder businessman. I was inside Tokyo Station looking up at the signage to figure out which train I needed to take. I must have looked lost because he came up to me out of nowhere and asked in English "Excuse me, but do you need some help?". I was so taken aback, I responded "Oh, thank you so much, but I'm okay." Here he was, dressed in a suit holding a briefcase, most likely busy with going to work or a meeting (it was mid-day), took the time to stop and help a potentially lost foreigner. This one interaction really spoke to me about the kindness of local Japanese people, creating inside of me a deep love and respect for Japan 💓
Same, back in 2018 when I was in Kyoto, I didn't have the right change for the bus and was waiting at the wrong bus station (had to go to the opposite side). I was going back and forth on the street, a sweet lady stopped by, told me which bus I should take and even accompanied me to the post office to talk to the employees and have my notes broken into change. I still think of her kindness to an absolute stranger.
Same thing happened to us back in 2017. We were kinda lost and the elder Japanese woman who was standing near us knew how to speak in english and she helped us find the place we were looking for. Can’t wait to visit Japan again!
I had a similar thing happened to me both times I went to Japan. The first time (in 2010) actually the woman who asked me if I needed help went as far as to get off the train with me to explain exactly where I should go and even gave me her pasmo card (it already had about 1000 yen in it) because she thought it would make my trip easier. It was the first time I traveled entirely on my own anywhere and I was and still am really grateful to her.
The least you could've done was confirm that your directions were correct.
Lol
I spent a week in Japan around 2005. I needed to fly out of Haneda to Misawa. I arrived at the airline counter, I can't remember the airline either JAL or ANA but the lady at the counter was trying to explain to me in Japanese that I needed to catch a shuttle outside and it would take me to the plane on the tarmac to board. I was struggling mightily to understand her and she picked up on it. She smiled and came around the counter and grabbed me by the hand(no lie) and walked me through the terminal outside and stood with me until the shuttle arrived. About 10 minutes. Try to get someone at LaGuardia to help a customer like that(LOL). She was so incredibly kind that I swear the experience has changed me ever since.
Love it
I really liked the first person and how aware he is about his own environment and the global environment. I would definitely want to give that man a handshake.
I love Japanese elders. I'll never forget when I was travelling alone in Osaka, a group of smiling silver haired elders invited me to join their picnic and asked me lots of questions about where I come from. They even wrote down their address to send them a postcard. On the street, I was often approached and asked if I needed help by them, sometimes several times a day.
I really hope you sent them a postcard! Sounds like a lovely time.
If white people said what they did about our culture you would not only despise them you would call them racist and wish them death! You are pathetic.
The first gentleman looks so happy to talk about Japan and its future
My experience living here has been more or less everyone is accepting, but older people actually tend to ignore the fact I'm a foreigner more. Some young people when they see me panic a little at first thinking they might have to speak English or something, but when older people see me they just speak Japanese and don't give a crap. Since I have been living here for a long time now, it's really refreshing to have someone completely ignore the fact that I am not Japanese. I remember once I was just taking a walk by myself and some old dude was sitting on bench and yelled "konnichiwa, ii tenki desune----" (good afternoon, great weather today) and I responded "sou-desune" (i think so too/isn't it though) and he just smiled and waved and that was the end of it. There was no "Where are you from/Why do you speak Japanese". Those questions honestly don't bother me, but at the same time, being treated as though nothing about me is different, and I'm just a person....feels amazing.
Yea, elders are a lot more casual about it, while younger more impressionable people are paranoid about entertaining the guest (we call that "fazer sala" in Portuguese, because as a host, you're standing in the room with the guest instead of acting normal).
Older people generally don't give a crap. I'm only past 35 and I already feel that many things I thought were a big deal when I was younger were actually nothing, and didn't matter in the grand scheme of things, so being scared or stressing over them was just a waste of my resources. "If they can't speak Japanese, we'll just switch to English or I'll wish them a good day and leave", is probably what those older people were thinking.
When I studied in Japan, I was approached twice by the same old man, once on the train and another time walking down the street near my university. I don’t think he realized I was the same person, I think he just liked talking to foreigners. He was a retired high school history teacher and told me he used to oversee short term exchanges for his students and how important he thought exchange programs were for young people. He was very nice - and very chatty!
When I studied in Japan, one elderly woman gave me her umbrella. Just shoved it right into my hands before I could protest.
Once I registered what just happened, I did try to politely decline and give it back but she all but ran away with a smile, blending in the crowd. I wish I had had a chance to return the umbrella and thank her.
I like how the most closed off person was easily sorted with the question "what's the favorite place you've been to" and she answered with never leaving Japan. Unless you open yourself to the world, you can never really be open to the world coming to you.
yeah, "being open to the world" is not only a stylish formula, so in some way it's normal to be scared of what you don't know. FONO !
@@etistyle96 yeah, she seemed like she’d be against it because she wouldn’t understand a foreign culture; rather than because the person was foreign. if she traveled anywhere outside of Japan, her opinion would probably change.
Once again proving Japan's xenophobia is mostly driven by ignorance. People fear and oppose the unknown. If she'd traveled a bit, she'd be less close-minded.
@@KJane this is the same all over the world. If you would ask someone from the countryside that never left their village, they would answer the same. It’s all about feeling connected to the rest of the world.
@@ChronoMoogle Yes, ignorance works the same on all human kind. I only mentioned Japan because this is a video about Japan, and Japan's known for its xenophobia.
Respect for the first Oji-san, seeing the world changing and decides to follows it is a challenge for most elderly
If Europe and America is anything to go by, changing for a bad direction. Migration and "diversity" is destroying it.
That old man is very wise...
The world is changing in a worst one
@@brunodimaggio9946 Objectively, it's changing into a better one.
@@gabrieldasilva7970 Objectively, the world is changing into a worse one. One with diversity that causes increased crime and low-trust societies. Globalism is a crime against humanity.
I love the elderly people here so much, they have all the sass, and the best jokes and stories to tell! Sure you get the occasional grumpy person, but for the majority in my experience they are the best people to speak to, especially when practicing your Japanese as they are so patient and encouraging with you! There is an elderly lady who works as a cleaner at my share house and she is my favourite person ever, we always have a giggle whenever we bump into each other in the building! Earlier today I spotted her on my way out of the house, and she said that the ripped jeans I was wearing were very cool and I looked like a rock star 😆😆❤️
Before I travelled to japan I had the impression that the elders were the most strict and didn’t like foreigners. Actually they were the nicest people - communicating with me in broken english when I was buttnaked and the only foreigner in an onsen. I went to a tiny restaurant in Kyoto with friends run by an elderly couple and they not only waited on us with their super delicious food and poured us one glass after another. They sat down with us and tried to talk to us about our time in japan. The elderly people generally were so sweet 🥹!
It might been so decades ago, but now it's mostly down to attitude. I saw foreigners who are entitled assholes, speaking loudly in trains and laughing at japanese annoyed faces, but not able to confront them. And also foreigners who respect local norms and try to follow them. The latter didn't have any issues nor have any angry looks on them. And from personal experience after speaking with many elderly people over years in Japan, none had any issues with me and i was often invited to their houses to drink together after some event or just when they are bored and want to socialize with others i was also invited. I'm living in rural part of japan and most people there are quite old, few young people stay and prefer big city.
There is a number of issues that foreigner face, like difficulty in renting or making a credit card. But general folk doesn't care much anymore, the first person is a good example of this.
@@xellzor most rude people are amerimutts
They retired so they dont need to deal with/care about "The System".
I agree, I have found elderly people want to have a chat - most likely because they are bored!
@@xellzor I've had many more problems with Japanese people than with foreigners. They've pushed past me, given me dirty looks, my neighbor used to play loud music that pierced the walls well past midnight. Japanese people are not angels, reputation or no... on the whole I find them to have about the same percentage of assholes as foreigners do. No amount of regimented traditions will inoculate a population against that. That said, almost all the Japanese people and foreigners I know here in Japan are great people.
The first man to answer was so incredibly rational, analitic and smart
I've been living in Japan for a decade and I've always said I love the elderly in Japan. They're so friendly and welcoming. If you come to Japan to stay long-term, try and connect with old people at a community center or something. They will take good care of you.
@Catherine Howell Aaaw. That's so sweet! They can't resist kids and all the attention they get from their new family.💕😊 I became someone's daughter and fly to my "hometown" every year for New Year.
I'm still a few years short of a decade, but I very much agree! I was neighbours with two elderly people, and they were super-friendly! I somehow doubt elderly people from my home country would be as friendly towards someone who wasn't white.
you're seem fortunate. Japanese people have a two faced style culture. They're good to outsiders, but no so to insiders.
@@BestMods168 What part of, "the elderly" seemed to encompass All Japanese People to you? There are aspects of any country that sucks. Heck, even things about my country sucks. People will say things to your face and then go and talk behind you back there. While living in Japan can be hard for many foreigners, meeting and connecting with elderly people has been a positive experience for most.
Depends on your skin color, they are not that friendly to other Asian foreigners and dark skinned people.
My wife’s mothers side of the family is okinawan, and I could not believe how kind they have been to me. My wife’s grandmother lost a sibling during the battle of Okinawa so I was worried that as an American she would be hostile, which I could understand. Instead she and all of the family have been amazing. They never let us pay for meals when we visit (and we try), and they gave us amazing wedding gifts and try to engage us in conversation as we work on our Japanese. I have experienced that same kind of kindness all across Okinawa, even as my Japanese is still terrible. I absolutely love and appreciate the culture.
Have you ever given them a gift, ninja-style, in return? 😉
Why you married a Japanese?
Why should they be hostile? It's their sibling who started that, maybe it's you who had more rights to be hostile
The first man’s answers seemed very genuine and thoughtful. I’m actually planning a trip to Japan to visit some friends so I’m looking forward to it.
how did the trip go bro
I remember one time I was flying home from an Asian country and had a really long layover in Haneda airport. Long story short, I was FORCED out of the airport because they close at night. I was pretty much nowhere to stay in Tokyo until the next day when my flight left. Eventually ANA (THE best airline out there without a doubt!) found me a place to stay in Sakura. I had no idea how to get there and only a backpack with me. Eventually I found my way to the trains and I had to keep looking at the ticket Kanji characters while looking at the screens above the doors because they only showed the Kanji characters without English. Miraculously I found my way to Sakura late in the evening. It was a small quiet town and nobody around at all. A group of students came by and we couldn't speak to each other, but they led me to the train station master. They didn't speak English at all either and we just left it at that. I kept walking the streets and it was probably around 8pm or so...there was a middle aged gentleman that was walking the street, he kind of just glanced at me and smiled. I figured I'd just show him my little piece of paper that had the hotel name on it. He ended up walking the complete opposite direction he was going and walked me all the way to the hotel to make sure I arrived. I gave him a sincere arigatou and he gave me a nice solid bow, then just walked away. I still to this day have no idea who he is or what his name is, but I'm very grateful to him and his generosity!
Hey, I know this comment is a few months old but my family is actually from Sakura. It seems like a strange place to put someone up for a night in my opinion! I hope you enjoyed your stay in Sakura, it is a place very close to my heart.
Mate, copy Text from a photo of your ticket; then use on Google Maps
困った時はお互い様です🤝
"When in Rome, do as the Romans do"
I really like that phrase, you have to respect the culture of the place you are in
Oof, yea not gonna do that.
@@tobythethird5694 agreed
@@tobythethird5694 what do you mean?
@@tobythethird5694 so what are you gonna do?
Yeah no. That isn’t good advice. 💀
"I wouldn't want my grand children to marry a foreigner because I wouldn't be able to understand their Japanese."
"What if the foreigner spoke fluent Japanese?"
"Still no."
lol idk why this made me laugh XD
Racist Japanese lady...
It is just their preference and bias because that is how they lived in their time. Unless they are traditional parents(using the typical japanese marriage shenanigans), the children will still have the say in the end.
@@jonglopez5400 yeah shes never left Japan so like fair enough
When she said she'd never left Japan it became clear immediately why she's so close minded.
Makes sense. Especially if it's her daughter because eventually shell start speaking her husband's native tongue more since the foreigner is the patriarch of the family.
Really appreciated the first man you interviewed. They understood that the world changes and that people could learn a lot from people from other countries. Really happy to see elders so open to new things
Do you mean “change” or “progression”? Because some would say anything that is against globalism is “regression”, even though it’s a matter of cultural identity and you need to assimilate if you’re going to visit a country, otherwise you look extremely rude and intolerant. I guess people are only happy with change if it fits their worldview…
Change or progression……
It is subjective.
1:55 Seeing how people's minds can change over time for the better is so inspiring to see... Thank you for sharing these videos :)
Japanese woman=chinese police
He got brainwashed by Illiterate Japanese media
japanese people have a two faced style type culture. they may say that in front of a camera, but feel the oppose.
South Korea : "I'll pretend I didn't see that"
At some point you got to move on.
You cant make half your culture just hating on another culture.
(You can but thats not right)
Lived in Japan for about a year and can honestly say every Japanese person I've met has been friendly and lovely and are really interested in trying to talk to you and learn. One time while I was waiting for a train in Osaka an old woman came to me wagging her finger and I took out my earphones assuming she was going to say something about me being a foreigner but she was just jokingly telling me to not be so tall and making her feel so small ( I'm 188cm she was maybe 150cm) and i apologised and said id do my best in the future and she just laughed and walked away. I thought it was a cute moment.
Just came back from a trip in Japan, that older gentlemen is spot on, what a great open mind. And to note, leaving the hotel one night we found an old lady who had just fallen and hit her face on the ground, lots of bleeding. I was very impressed with the 8 or so people who stopped what they were doing and came to her aid ( as did we as well ) comforted her, helped to clean her and restore her dignity, It really reinforced that there are plenty of good people in Japan , thanks for the display of kindness to her.
Your version of 'open mind' destroys everything beautiful. Japan is Japan because feral foreigners have been kept out.
I'll never forget when I was in Kyoto with my Mum, we were wandering round a shopping mall and I remember we stopped at a pet shop to look at the puppies in the window, and I remember an elderly Japanese lady came over to us and started a friendly conversation asking if we lived here and planned to adopt a puppy. We were just visiting, but I'll always remember how kind and friendly she was. It can be intimidating being in a foreign country, so little moments like that make you feel a lot more comfortable.
It's Mom.
@Fiona Kerr, are you from Ireland?
@@KirksCORNER1983 Wow, it's almost as if there's a dialectal heterogeneity of ways to refer to one's parents! Who would have thought it? Here's a nice demonstration: your mum likes to call me daddy.
How enlightened was the gentleman at the start! What a fantastic attitude. I have been to Japan and it is truly an amazing country. The people I interacted with were all very respectful and I naturally reciprocated in the same manner!
Both old men just irradiated wisdom like jedi masters. I think they are fantastic counterparts in a conversation. It feels like there's a lot to learn from them!
One can really tell, that the first interviewed man tasted a big spoon of wisdom in his lifetime. It really makes me happy and hopeful for the future to see a man, from a clearly older generation (most probably grew up without contact to other countries and cultures) to make such a remark. He understood that mankind and the world is changing and people around the world need to connect, for understanding each other and for living a better life together. Like he said, a country would lose itself, if it keeps being isolated from the rest. A wise man.
I totally agree with "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." We should always be aware of the customs and cultural norms of the country that we are visiting. Instead of feeling indignant (especially when the host country customs are very different from what you are used to.) and entitled, insisting that the host country try to accomodate you, I guess it may be more helpful to make an effort to understand and adjust. Ignorance shouldn't be an excuse or license to get away with behaviors that irk the local.
I find that one usually has a smoother or more pleasant time in another country when one is grateful for the land which one stands on at the moment. I guess it's being a gracious guest who is respectful of the host's home; awareness/being more mindful, open-minded to be willing to understand others, humility and most of all, being considerate to others, to one's surroundings, can make one a welcomed guest.
Never going to happen with people from the US even though I partially agree with the sentiment. I of course say this with first hand experience.
@@southcoastinventors6583 All the more reason to kick americans out.
@@Mecks089 Money talks louder than comfort.
@@southcoastinventors6583
It depends on which demographic from the US. I don't think that Gen X and older would be a problem. The younger generations are problematic.
@@Mecks089 So you are generalizing or stereotyping ALL Americans in the U.S. are exactly the same ???? Sounds a bit discriminatory, prejudice, and racist.
I lived in Japan 15 years and it was the children and elderly folks who were always the most accepting of me.
It was touching to hear the old lady near the start answer the question, "what do you think of foreign people in Japan?", and she said;
"I think of them as the same as Japanese "
How sweet is that?! 😊
If everyone in Japan felt that way it would be even more wonderful.
Japan is a racist Ethno state
Then it wouldn’t be Japan anymore
@@marv4167 Yes it would, what on earth?
@@dushaunlewis7574 if you invite infinite amounts of foreigners to Japan they influence the culture. Eventually it wouldn’t be the distinctly Japanese nation that we know.
@@marv4167 That's not how it works mate. If Japan became a multicultural nation like Switzerland, Australia, Belgium, Canada, (and the list goes on), then people would still recognize it as a Japanese nation. It would still retain its culture.
The fact that Japan is still reluctant on inviting more immigrants is hurting the country, and many residents know it.
Japan really captivated me back in 2018. I first went in April. I noticed that historical spots have elderly working as volunteer guides. They were nice. The overall experience made me enroll in a Japanese class once I got back to my country, then I went back on October. That was the best year ever.
Also I have to mention that an elder lady gave me a day-free subway pass ticket. If I ever meet here her again, I want to tell her ありがとうございます。
Thank you Takashii for this video!! I imagine that it might not be as easy to get the elderly people to talk to the camera as it is with the younger generation, and I love how honest they were!
You asked some very good questions!! Keep up the good work! Your channel is truly a gem ❤️
Thank you, Elders, for your wisdom and honesty! They are all so sweet. 🥰 Thanks Takashii-san for getting the perspective from older Japanese folks. More videos like this please. Safe travels to the US! ✈
"I would have previously been against it, but I don't see anything wrong with it now. The world has changed, and it will continue to do so. If we don't change, Japan will lose itself." That's one of the coolest things I've ever heard in my life. There's a lot of Americans that could learn from this man. Anyone in the world could learn from this man.
I don't care if people move there. but how will Japan lose itself if they don't? I really don't know what that means
@@R-Lee- well, that's a different context. He was asked about what he felt about Japanese marrying foreigners when he said this. It's not that Japan will lose itself if more foreigners don't move there, but if it doesn't accept change. Same for any society
@@AndyNocturne ok, how do you think Japan will lose itself if some of their people don't marry foreigners?
@@R-Lee- again, that's out of context. He said that if Japan doesn't change, it will lose itself. That's a very broad statement to be boxed into something like marrying foreigners, change could be anything. Look at all of the change Japan has had across different eras. In my own American opinion, I think Japan is one of the most interesting countries in the world and has one of the most graceful cultures. And Japan owes that to changes that have been made in its history. It wasn't always as peaceful or graceful as it is now. No country was. Personally, I wish Americans were a little bit more reserved and similar to Japan. A lot of people here are so loud and obnoxious, it's distracting. But I can also appreciate our freedom of expression here.
@@AndyNocturne you're being obtuse
When I lived in Japan I went to Nara to visit the deer park with my wife. I wasnt sure which bus to get on so I talked to a couple in my broken japanese where to go for the bus and coincidently they were going there also for a shrine that was there. They took me and my wife there and stayed with us through the whole time there. They even invited us to their house to cook us dinner and have a traditional meal with them. Now that I am in america, I still talk to them and we plan on flying them to america so we can treat them to the same hospitality. The japanese culture is rooted deeply is helping and love for everyone I believe. ❤
Wow thats so sweet❤
Did you swap wives?
that’s so sweet
The yen is on the down low, you should be able to get them a ticket now!
Just make sure to not let them see the toxic part of the US all at once.
Thank you so much for this video! It's so good to see and hear more elder people in youtube and in any media really
It's interesting to hear the elders' insights/opinions in regards to societal matters. They have a broader range of wisdom and knowledge and they've always have something fascinating to share with the younger generation.
and many of those elders haven’t left japan, they feel much more xenophobia than they express
Agreed! The more open minded ones are so smart I really look up to them
Actually they don't, elders are those who cling most to traditions and are those who are opposed to "change" regardless of what that change is. Most are stuck in their mindset unfortunately.
@@seiji6195 there is something to be said for upholding valuable traditions. Arrogantly throwing them away without deep consideration is every bit as close minded as the "xenophobes" (they are not xenophobes, they have pride in their own culture)
@@BOZ_11 Yes, emphasize on "valuable". Hating on people for no reason because YOU (the elders in this case) fear change is anything but valuable we ain't talking about getting rid about some festivals or whatever "traditions" but mindsets of the old. You can see it with that one grandma she just hated on them for no reason uh becuse we can't understand each other!" but then when given the example of when he could speak fluently and lived there for a very long time "oh yeah no still a no for me"
I love how the first man answered the questions and the advice he gave us foreigners!!! I love everything about Japan from the cars to people to the culture and custom that come with, I haven’t been to Japan before but I hope 1 day soon I will visit so I can experience everything!!!
You spoke my heart out!
it's so true for me too, I love everything about Japan
May this country never change except for the better♥️
I just came back from Japan and trust me you will not be disappointed!
Props to Takashii for having people from different backgrounds and opinions, it's important to listen to everybody, even if we disagree with their opinions. Great video as always Takashii!
You're absolutely right. The ability to listen to others' opinions without accepting them is something that is being lost among many Americans, sadly. It's honestly more concerning than the rise of extremism itself, in my opinion, since the lack of discourse leads to echo chambers that strengthen the extremes.
@@LucMMailloux very good point...Americans feel the need to impose their views on others rather than "agreeing to disagree."
The First Gentleman had so much wisdom and seemed so genuinely kind! I do hope to visit Japan with my children some day, I hope to make many friends from Japan! ☺️
Japan is like any other country. There will be people who welcome you into their country and others who don’t. Just like Hawaii, where I live. Some have “aloha”, and some don’t. I’ll be visiting Japan in October, I am hoping that the majority of the people I run into, will be the kind and welcoming Japanese that I have always come across when visiting Japan!
I recently moved from Hawaii to Japan. Everyone I have had any interaction with here has been extremely welcoming and kind. Although I love and miss Hawaii, I have felt more aloha here in 2 months than I did there in 4 years.
I agree with you. The people that I have had interaction in the past, have always been kind. Sometimes even going out of their way! It’s just that with some people I know have recently come back from japan and had some uncomfortable situations with some local Japanese.
I am also from Hawaii! I moved to Japan in 2019, just before the Corona Outbreak. Luckily, I live in an area similar to Hawaii, so I don't get homesick often. However, my friends from Hawaii want to visit me in Japan, but it's been difficult. They asked me, "What should we do when we land in Japan? what should we do before we come to Japan?" and I tell them, "Learn the simple, basic language like "Hello, Goodbye, Thank you," and "Where ______?"
I miss Hawaii a lot. But the people in Japan are so sweet, nice, and filled with "Aloha."
I feel that the sweet lady might come across as “racist “ to some people. But I feel that a lot of older Japanese people are more afraid of other cultures because of lack of contact with people from other countries. My mother was like that. Sweet, but timid around foreigners. My mother and I were both born in Japan. Dad is America Japanese. So I can see both sides. Wish I didn’t lose my Japan citizenship.
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️!
Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget!
So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
About 6 years ago, I befriended a delegation of about 20 Japanese Les Mills fitness instructors (most on their 30s, 40s and 50s) during a Les Mills gym filming week in my town of Auckland, New Zealand (I was just a gym member but I was invited to the filming because I knew the choreographies and I guess I looked the part). The next year, when the Japanese people came back to film, not only did they recognize me and were super enthusiastic to see me, they REMEMBERED that I liked Pokémon and KitKats and so they had brought me an entire Pokémon Go lunchbox filled with KitKats of various flavors!!! I was so overwhelmed and greatful I think I even teared up a little... they were mostly from Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo.
Loved the answer of the first man. Absolutely spot on all of them.
Yeah same opinion!
The first interview was such an eye opener for me.
That ladies honestly is actually appreciated. I think it's good she was honest and expressed how she genuinely felt
So much wisdom of the first man. I love the kindness in his words
The 2nd grandma mentioned about foreigners still speak in their own mother tongue while walking on the street, so she hopes that they can practice speaking Japanese so that they can understand. To me, I really agree with her because only by practicing we can get better in our Japanese speaking. However, after living here for almost 3 months, I feel like it’s difficult to make Japanese friends here, at least from my experience. Surely, if I am walking in the street with Japanese, I will of course do my best to converse in Japanese. But if I’m talking to other foreigners as well, I guess it’s normal for us to switch back to a language that we are fluent in? 😅
I totally get you. When I first moved to Japan, it was sooooo hard to make friends. Usually the only people that want to be friends are those who are studying English and then their English is really good, so you just end up speaking English.
@@kailfran hahaha I know right! That’s also a case that I’ve often heard about. It’s like the Japanese who wants to make friends, they want to also practice English so ended up we just speak English 😂 anyway, there is a student who seems to be okay with chatting with me, which in grateful for. I just really hope to be good in speaking Japanese soon 🤗
In a truly cosmopolitan country like the US, it's only natural to find you never minded people on the street chatting in their language because you assume they also speak decent to native level English
and you won't assume anyone doesn't speak the language of the country like the Japanese do when they think you don't look like eastern Asian
I think it works both ways, of course learning the local language is important, but there are also lessons to be learned for Japanese people to stop prejudicing people about their ability to speak Japanese
I speak Japanese and English as second languages to similar levels.
And I lived in Osaka and Tokyo for some years and currently in New York, I would say the common New Yorkers are way more experienced to deal with non-native speakers.
During my time in Tokyo, too many times people just couldn't resist the temptation to grab their phone to use Google Translate when I start a conversation with a foreign accent and were eager to end it even though they can understand me clearly.
@@emmathomsonsmith she didn't say that the foreigners SHOULD speak jap in japan,but she only suggest it to those who are learning Japanese so that they could
improve their language skills.
although i know and speak japanese and had some known some japanese friends before, usually they would stop contacting me after a while.Thats why i got the idea that japanese friends usually dont last long, unlike my UK/Hong Kong friends overseas. Not sure why this happens.
Japan is truly amazing. I went to Osaka last 2017, it was very long time ago and I remembered I struggled about some directions in the train and this one woman, I vaguely remember her face but she was super kind and helpful and without hesitation helped me. I was super grateful that until now I remember her kindness. Wishing to go back there next year ❤️
日本に一人で住んでいた時、スーパーから山の頂上までに私と会話した人はほとんどお年寄りです。日本のお婆さんとお爺さんたちは思いがけなく手厚いし、優しかったです。感謝します。🥺
The most tolerant and welcoming people I met in Japan were by and large elderly folks. They would strike up conversation with me unexpectedly, but I always left feeling warm and fuzzy inside. 🥲
The first two were so lovely, the older lady seemed really kind and open. It's always interesting seeing how people respond to questions with polarising answers. Usually they answer as if their stance is obvious and shared with the majority.
That first older gentleman is what the world needs to be like, very open ,very kind, and very understanding of how the world is changing
Need more people like the lady who wants Japan to stay japanese.
@@beastvicious8672 Japan hasn't been Japanese since the 1850s hahaha. And by Japanese I mean without West's influence.
@@franlovelsimic8421 Japan is 98.4 japanese. The rest is mostly chinese and korean. How's it not japanese?
This is why I appreciate Japanese people generally the most, most have a good understanding of how life is, elders especially, very touching video too see, good people all around and this is one of the biggest reasons I wish to visit some day
My wife and I recently returned from a vacation in Japan. We took a riverboat ride down the Hozugawa river near Kyoto. We were among a group of about 20 waiting to board the boat, although we were not the first to board the captain placed us in the first row. I didn't think much of it until I realized we were the only non Japanese on the boat and then it dawned on me that it was a sign of respect to two tourists so that we can have the best experience possible. During the ride the three crew members engaged the riders with many stories and jokes in Japanese but they always made an effort to throw in a few English words on our behalf. There was even a nice lady sitting behind us that translated much of what was being said for us. Was a very memorable experience for us and a great example of the kindness and respect of the people in Japan.
seemingly we could really do with more Japanese elders in Scotland. They are so wholesome, intelligent and kind. I want the Japanese spirit to spread to the rest of the world, I think the world could learn from it. There's a Japanese lady that I usually see at work once a week (this is rare where I live) and I am so excited whenever I see her and her daughter, because they are intelligent and interesting people. I got to speak Japanese with her for the first time, I was so happy and honoured! Takashii-san, this is a great video and you make great, interesting content, unlike other RUclipsrs. Thank you, I am grateful for this channel, I learn a so much here! :)
Just visited, the people of Japan are the nicest I’ve ever encountered anywhere. The spirit there is next level. I wish them all well!
It's clear how developed their country is, judging by the educated and intelligent responses from some of these seniors. Respect to Japan.
I've been to Japan on many occasions. And the people there are really kind, i even consider moving there one day.
Very cool video. I'd love to visit Japan one day and it's nice knowing some/most people are welcoming the return of tourism. I signed up with Sakuraco using your code too :D Really excited for those to come!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks too!!
I love how they are so intelligent and mature despite loving their tradition, i Hope i could visit sono Japan cause i want to learn more from them and from their culture as well
From my observations, when your population consists of 98.5% native Japanese you feel open and welcoming of foreigners. But when the immigration levels grow very quickly and the native population gets down to the regions of 80% that is unfortunately where resentment of foreigners kicks in. Things change way too quickly for some people to adjust. In Japan the diversity of the population hasn’t changed much so these answers are quite expected imo
This ^
Worded that very eloquently Good Sir :)
As it should be. Everyone wants people to visit and experience their country, but nobody wants them to take over their country.
@@anembersarc Exactly, I don't like all these liberals calling Japanese people racist for not wanting foreigners to take over and disrespect/destroy their people/culture/country. Japan is unique and special because of the Japanese, and us foreigners should respect them for that! If you want to live in a city/country that is completely diverse and has no identity, then there are many countries/cities that are becoming that way now, but don't try to force multi-cultural ideals on every country in the entire world so that nobody will be different anymore!
I wouldn't agree with that, if people are comfortable around each other, then it's fine, Japanese people don't have prejudices against other races. Same with Brazil, there are about 274 languages in Brazil, everyone is different, and we have a great time together and accept everyone.
Hum... I would think it's the opposite
I think Japanese elders are adorable. They are worth the respect and recognition. We can learn so many things from elders. I am old-fashioned. I adore elders. I take care of my elderly parents and I always talk to my grandma.
Are you Japanese
I’ve experienced both sides of the elderly in Japan.
I lived in Japan for 20 years and married to a Japanese person.
I’ve experienced the kindness of being helped get on the right train by someone who got on the train with me and travelled the wrong way for 30 mins to show me the right one.
I’ve also been in a train and got whacked on the shins by an old man with a walking stick repeatedly, whilst being told to return back to my country.
I’d say that from my experience with my parents in law they don’t like that I have emotion, especially outward emotion. That being said their opinions and view of foreigners has completely changed over time. Interestingly they too are like one of the ladies who have never been out of Japan.
That's so interesting, what is it about outward expression of emotion that they don't like? Is it any emotions in particular or in general?
@@celestialasmr9624 outward emotion in general.
Public displays of affection.
Heated discussions in a public space.
Note I share a view from my lens.
@@celestialasmr9624Japanese people follow a very different social society than the US where we don’t care who sees what. Japanese people have a hierarchy and try to refrain from sticking out in any way good or bad. Simple things such as hugging which is very common here is frowned upon there. It’s a very different way of life that foreigners will be judged on if you do something out of the ordinary for the most part
@@celestialasmr9624 outward expression of emotion is the first step toward conflict, which the japanese like to avoid at all costs. So they mask their emotions (especially negative ones) to avoid a conflict or an awkward situation
@@buttsniffa7469 Nahhh I disagree. Hugging will lead to conflict? That's silly. I say express your emotions!!! In a respectful way ofc
What a nice video! The first guy was very touching! I remember the first time I went to Japan, back in 2016. I was overwhelmed. But in a nice way. I don't speak Japanese, but even with hands and feet people tried to help me when I asked for help ( I am old school traveler, I used a map. Not the phone).
And I remember a lovely lady from a hostel, we were having breakfast ( she is Japanese) and made me an origami that I still have. " For you, to remember Japan". ❤️🇯🇵 I will never forget it.
Californian here.......Just got back from Osaka area...Stayed in Juso, Visited Nara, Koyasan! Very amazing World Heritage Sites! All the Japanese People were very accommodating, very helpful with the trains and directions! Love Japan and will go back for sure!
Same from SAC went to Tokyo,Kyoto,and Osaka for 16 days. Felt like I was there forever! Going back in September 🎉❤
The first interview was the best, I liked how he thinks about foreign people and the future of Japan.
My biggest fear is if I meet someone I really like in Japan that the family would reject me. That would be the worst thing that could happen as for me, family is really important.
But I'm really looking forward to Japan next year to improve myself with work and studying Japanese 🥰
the first man you spoke to is so sweet. after watching abroad in japan and some other asian youtubers like trash taste its pretty surprising to see a japanese local speaking so freely. its nice to see someone that openly answers questions and actually allows some insight to how local people think.
I have a deep respect and appreciation for Japanese culture. The genuineness in their voice and disciplined demeanour is so graceful.
Thank you for interviewing some older people. It was wonderful to hear them express their opinions.
Loved the elder interviews! It would be nice to see a mix of elder and young in all of your interviews going forward! It was so awesome to hear their perspectives! Enjoy your trip to the US!😊
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️!
Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget!
So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
The first man interviewed is so open-minded. We can learn a lot from his perspective.
As i already told you, I learned your RUclips channel through my daughters also want to move and study in Japan. I was born and raised in Somalia Africa but, I have lived in Scandinavia 16 in Norway our home and before that 7yrs in Sweden my children are Norwegian because its theirs country home...they love japanese language, culture and animes... This is a proof of we all are human race first....the rest is culture, traditions and languages which we truly need.
I can't agree more with what you just said!
Flott sagt ❤️ håper de får en flott opplevelse av Japan om de reiser dit på ferie eller for å studere!
2:32 :( so true, we admire you japanese guys for being so kind.
I really liked the 3rd person you spoke to (the lady tending to flowers). She said something that I've never really given much thought living here. I expected her to say "Speak Japanese in the street to continue expanding and practicing your Japanese", but she ended up explaining "so that we (Japanese) can understand what you're saying". I've never actually though about it, but it would be more comfortable and enjoyable for them, if I continued to speak with foreign friends in Japanese when outside.
Just left after a month of business in the Omihachiman region (daifuku) i loved how respectful and and honorable the townsfolk were. Everyone was a pleasure to be around. Visited osaka and kyoto amd many shrines and tourist areas, pachinko parlor and restaurants...all so nice and helpful.
Please interview more people by demographics. Not just nearby but by age or kind of job or hobbies or whatever and go to different parts of Japan with it. Soooo many combinations and questions you can ask people. Keep the great work going and enjoy your trip.
I agree!
Same same. There’s SO much content on RUclips about Tokyo, which gives the idea that Tokyo=Japan, which isn’t the case at all.
That is not possible. Takashi person is not educated enough to go outside city. Most Japanese people and also foreigners are like that so abnormal has become normal.
@@boycottnok1466 But doesn't it seem he is willing to explore?
@@boycottnok1466 why are you answering in his stead?
Your channel is so wonderful Takashi, thank you so much! I’m not Japanese, nor do I live in Japan but it’s still so interesting to me to watch your vox pops and to hear the points of view of ordinary people.
Ive been to Tokyo when I was 14 a long time ago and to this day it’s the most fascinating place I’ve ever visited. I hope to visit other Japanese cities aswell in the future !
i love that first guy a lot!!! i love the people in Japan and the history is so amazing! keep up the amazing interviews and videos Takashii!!!
I’m gonna go to LA tomorrow 🎉
Let me know if you live there!
safe trip :)
@@joaopescusa I’m actually a bit scared lol
There's nothing in LA lol
@@takashiifromjapan enjoy your time in the US, Takashi! Transform that nervousness into excitement for this opportunity! Visiting other countries opens our minds. Wish you a nice trip.
Have fun and just be aware of your surroundings 😊
Well I’m 7 months later, but the first man it’s telling the truth! Back in 2019 I was at a festival I’m a freelance and Sound engineer, so we had Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, it was quite hard to talk with them due the language barrier, but in the end when we were gathering all the mics and cables the staff called us and they wanted to take a picture with the staff, in General Japanese people it’s one of the most educated and kind people that I have meet on my job! ❤️🇯🇵
Omg my heart melted watching this. The elders are so freaking awesome and make me want to go there so badly 😭😭😭💜
Lord Jesus Christ is coming back everyone, please don’t worship celebrities and entertainment, focus on Him alone. I promise there’s more to life than money, partying, homosexuality and music. Hell is real, repent from sinning confess your sins and ask God to forgive you, I know He will if you’re sincere. Anyone who thinks the Name of Lord Jesus Christ is a joke, boldly mocks and scorns Him or takes pleasure in people who do is in for a big unpleasant surprise on judgement day IF they don’t repent and follow Lord Jesus Christ. Hell is very hot, people please repent! In the mighty name of Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏💪✝️💜❤️✝️!
Idolatry such as, Islam, Catholicism, Sangomaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Santa Clausism, Confucianism, New Age, Science, Evolution, halloweenism, Harry Potterism, Politics, Donald Trumpism, Easter Bunnyism and other religions/faiths that are outside Biblical Christianity lead to hell! Don’t believe them, believe the Almighty God the Father of Lord Jesus Christ, who begot Him. Our Creator, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is mighty, He doesn’t need a woman to beget a son, He is God. I choose to put my faith in a God who can do anything and everything, a God who has unlimited and infinite power to beget!
So, it’s time to confess that Lord Jesus Christ is the Lord and to believe that He died and rose from the grave after three days and you shall be saved if you only obey Him by praying, worshipping, praising, reading the Bible and living holy and righteously according to the Bible. You have to endure until the end, carry your cross daily and build your relationship with God by following Lord Jesus daily until the end. You must never renounce your faith in The Lord Jesus Christ, there’s hell awaiting those who reject/deny Lord Jesus Christ and those who continue living sinfully, even the Christians who don’t want to repent will face the same fate, so please repent beloved people, in Lord Jesus Christ’s mighty and precious Name, Amen. ✝️❤️
First man is so wholesome, open minded and well spoken🙌
Japan is such a cool and cultured place, would love to go one day
Hi Takashii. I’ve just subscribed to your channel. I travelled from Australia in 2013 with my partner to Japan. I come from Scotland originally and my partner is Australian. My partner knew more Japanese to get by on our travels but everyone was able to help us as we travelled through smaller towns too. We spent 4 weeks in your lovely country and we both agreed that we love the Japanese people and their respect for others in everyday interactions. We never had one bad experience. I have fond memories of my time in Japan and look forward to bringing my two young daughters in the future!
I’ll never forget the gentleman who offered me a bite of his Choco Monaka Jumbo ice cream sandwich just because we spoke with him and asked kindly for some directions. He was a middle aged guy in Tokyo who was so kind after only a 2 minute conversation about where we came from. I politely declined his offer but soon became addicted to them myself! Take care and good luck with your channel!
I was in Japan back in 2019 (together with a friend). We were on the way to our appartment and just looked on google maps. An old man (about 80? years) saw it and came to us, asked if he could help us. He was so kind and we couldn't stop him from guiding us to the appartment. He even took my suitcase & we had a really nice conversation on the way. I never ever experienced something like that in any other country.
I’m an Australian, worked in a big corpo for six years. Japan is an amazing country for me, lots of relaxing places, beautiful culture and people. Still have a lot of friends there and very pleasant memories 🥰🇦🇺
The fact that you said corpo proves to me immediately that you're indeed Australian. 😁
@@mndfst9433
Ha yep, Aussies and our lazy English.
Bataan death March
3:58
This is such a good word of advice for any foreigner going to another country. If you're going to spend any amount of time in country that doesn't speak your native language, at least learn the basics of their language. I.E. how to say hello, goodbye, thank you, excuse me, basic directional words like "where is x...", or restaurant orders like "I want x food".
Learning these basics can go a LONG way. Also, never be intimidated. If there's something I learned from practicing Chinese at my local asian market, it's that they are always willing to correct you and let you know if you are saying things incorrectly or correctly. It never comes from a place of malice, but of appreciation.
I think us in Western countries like the US, UK, and Canada take that for granted. We expect others to speak English when coming to our country without grasping how difficult it is to learn a foreign language.
Always compliment someone's English if it's clear that they are learning the language. It's always such a boost of confidence