Why Dreadlocks Are Trending In Japan
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As a black american, it does feel good to see the appreciation. I do not have negative feelings about this at all! It feels like they have a lot of love for black culture, which is a breath of fresh air these days. Thank you Takashii!! Great video
Jamaican here, i do agree. I dont buy the whole culture appropriation crap
They have love for black culture just not the people. They usually consider us to be apes 💀😭
Meanwhile in america I wore a tribe called quest shirt and some woman called me all kinds of names for "stealing her culture"
Same!!
Except except for the Koreans because they will use afrobeats and hip-hop beats, they will wear Urban attire, and wear Urban hairstyles and not Show Love to the black community.
Have you seen the K-pop artist take a picture with a black fan? I haven't
Im black as hell and if anything, I see this as appreciation. People need to understand and LEARN the differences between appropriation and appreciation. Im glad that most of these were respectful of the hairstyle.
Exactly.
fr appropriation is when you pretty much do it to mock ppl or things like that
You do not own dreads.
@Lee Couldn’t have said it better!
What is « black as hell » ? 😂😂😂
From what I've been learning about Japan to be able to express themselves like this in a culture where it's more expected for people to blend in a more homogenous society, they are very brave. As long as nobody is hurt, do what makes you happy. Very amazed by these men. Good for them.
i wouldnt use the word brave,its not like they get imprisoned for wearing it but its defintely a concious choice they make, knowing they will belong to a minority of its own
I was thinking the same thing, my country is not homogenous but ppl with dreads are not cool in many ppl's eyes, I can only imagine how is it like in Japan.
Your comment makes it sound the see black hair as “rebel hair”. And when they want to go back to being “normal” they can discard their “rebel hair” and go. Ehhhhhh
As an African who has been fascinated by Japanese culture for a long while now and is currently learning the Japanese language independently via Duolingo, I love the respect these men show on the video. One thing caught my attention though. One of the guys stated that people ask him about not washing his hair. I did not hear a follow up so I was wondering if they do not wash their hair. We wash our dreads and I would advise them to once the dreads take root.
Many historians believe that India can be credited for the religious origins of dreadlocks. In fact, the Hindu Holy Scriptures, The Vedas, which was written in Indian between 1500 and 1000 BCE, provides the first written historical evidence of dreadlocks.
@husrebel494 Now, it's become a symbol bol of black culture as used during slavery. Also I think Japanese people using dreadlocks is appreciation incase my speech made you think otherwise.
@@fatimaaalia symbol of black culture as used in slavery? Where did you get that from?
@@selftaxinc basically they needed rice so they hid it in their braid becoming a vital thing in black culture 😭
@@fatimaaalilol. Where did U get that info from?
My fiance and I just came back from Tokyo 2 weeks ago and so many people complemented us on our locs 🥰 I feel like the fascination Japanese people have with black culture does come from a kind and genuine place and it makes me happy how respectful they are when they give appreciation to our culture 😊
When does someone's facination about other nation's culture DOESN'T come from kind and genuine place? One wouldn't bother adopting foreign culture elements to their lifestyle unless they actually like those elements. What about millions of white people who have naturally afro hair? Should they straighten them not to offend anyone? 🤣
@@myvirtualtoyz7338 what white people with afro hair ??? i think you know there are alot of white people who use elements of black culture to mock them as a whole but want to be ignorant and spute out your nonsense of a statement
@@myvirtualtoyz7338 Relax this response was very unnecessary and argumentative given OP was only giving praise to how respectful Japanese people are. Also not sure what white people have to do with it ....
@@ajakdee1661 i know it might have come across as argumentative but it's really out of curiosity and for better understanding the people around me. I've seen some crazy vids from America where white people with dreads or natural afro where aggressively bullied for alleged cultural appropriation even when it was obvious they had dreads out of appreciation and fascination for black culture. For the sake of conversation, my question is why wouldn't it be genuine if any non black would adapt that style? Isn't having dreads is already an indication that you like that style? Also, doesn't everyone have the right to do whatever they want with their hairstyle or try different scene to decide what suit them best? Should there be gatekeeping?
@@myvirtualtoyz7338 I asked the same question, about korean people specifically, since they're also Asian, literally right next door to Japan, but I've seen so many videos where koreans sporting dreads or braids get a good amount of negative comments 🤷♀️
I love that the 3rd guy mentioned Reggae and Rasta which is a part of the Caribbean culture so it's not just about rap or hip hop.
That was like cross generational black influence. The older guys were influenced by reggae/rasta culture and the younger guys are being influenced by hiphop culture. Great to see
@@craig3997 was thinking that too haha
I was thinking d same 😁🇧🇿
But let's be real nobody is doing it because of Jamaicans
Nobody ever said it was, but what opened the door was Black American music that pre-dated hip hop. The thing is that Black G.I.s brought their music with them when they were stationed in the country for decades. That's how exposure to the culture spread. To make a long story short, the major explosion of hip hop to Asia was thanks to the Wu Tang Clan in the same way the major explosion of Hip Hop in Europe started with G.I.s and ultimately with Run DMC. Plus you have to understand the pattern that if something isn't hot among Black Americans, it has a hard time being exported elsewhere. Thats why Reggae, Rasta and Dancehall had to first have a big enough footing to create interest in America. You don't see many Asian country singers for a reason.
Japanese culture is awesome too! They're big on respect, honor, education and being industrious in general, but what fascinates me most is their dedication to mastering any craft they undertake with precision; they take pride in the result of their effort in a really serious and cool way.
💯Agreed
Very similar to Afro African culture (sub Saharan ) same culture
@winniejohnson5559 Um... No. Japanese will punish you if you spit gum on the ground, in Africa, you can literally toss filth in the water, ground, or whatever and nobody would care. Completely different cultural dynamic and dedication to respecting ones environment and planet in general.
Can you please do a video interviewing japanese people with (fullbody?) tattoos and why they got them? As i understand it's not very accepted in many working places so would be interesting to know what they do for a living. Thank you for all your videos!
100% need this video
You’re having the man interview yakuza at this point 💀
Haha this is a good topic to the person who made a comment ab “yakuza” he doesn’t have to interview them and I think that’s not the best idea either! It’s just a stereotype only they have tattoos, many youth in Tokyo especially have many tattoos now and they are Japanese…
Yakuza
That's a great idea for a video!
I have seen this trend, including some women wearing box braids, bantu knots and twists. Not sure how I feel since most black people, myself included, seem to have had bad experiences at salons and walking on the street here with their natural hair, whether in dreads or not, having Japanese people laugh at them, talk sh!t, compare it to clown or dog hair and all sorts of other egregiousness. I think the black female hair experience in Japan is different than the male one to at least some extent since they tend to want to keep longer hair than men on average.
Let them ridicule. As disgusting as it is. They're envious at the end and live in fear of non-conformity. They're objectively beautiful when clean. They represent powerful conscious and bold strength.
So what are your thoughts on Nicki Minaj and her appropriation on Asian culture?
@@markgrayson772 I don't follow her, but people are free to make their own choices, but don't act as though any other demographic faces the same challenges, on average, regarding hair. Plus, by "Asian culture," I assume you mean East Asian...
@@markgrayson772 what appropriation
@@markgrayson772what appropriation?
I love seeing our culture being represented in other countries it makes this world feel together in at least one thint
The fact this is made an issue, should shame us all.....is this all we got to contribute?
Dreads are not just “your” culture
Many historians believe that India can be credited for the religious origins of dreadlocks. In fact, the Hindu Holy Scriptures, The Vedas, which was written in Indian between 1500 and 1000 BCE, provides the first written historical evidence of dreadlocks.
@@HorrorFanThings Your so right, but when other ethnic groups go there....its because they too lazy to comb their hair....just saying
@@gayleholmes9081Why? Integration has watered our culture down to bland. Then they don’t even respect us as a people most the time. The world love our culture but not us. Look how mans in the comments just tried to violate you😂 you can’t make this up.
You can really feel a sense of expression and not appropriation. NGL tho, I started with dreads but I can’t take the itching that comes with the process so I stick to my Afro, twists and braids. Waking up to this was like a cup of coffee😁I’m in a positive mood and is ready to start my day. Thanks Takashii
As a black women I LOVE THIS !!!!! and it's also nice to see because I grew up loving Japanese culture and the animes, and foods etc !!!!!
Asian women do not like black men
anime isnt important
@@TWGGYTV huh? All they’re saying is that they grew up loving it. But ok..
Nah I ain’t gone lie dreads on asian isn’t a good look😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
so is it equally ok when american white people do it?
I'm black and I have locs and I think this is just amazing. I grew up idolizing Japanese and anime culture so it's so pleasing to me seeing this.
I expected Japanese people to not understand let alone appreciate black American culture. This is awesome!!!
I am black and originally from the heart of Africa, but I was born and raised in the arab states of middle east. To me, black americans are cool and they're surely a bit different than black africans in terms of "how to dress, act, talk....etc" but it's so cool
@@SouthsideEnglewoods as a black American, I wish I had ties to the motherland. Sometimes I feel like we're just a bit lost out here dealing with the machine that is "big American" culture. But that being said I have huge respect for Muslims and the Arabic peoples as well. (Not saying you're Muslim)
@@DistanTThunder2 it's okay to think I'm a Muslim because 99 percent of people living in this part of the world are, not only Muslims but PROUD Muslims. call me "Muslim" and i will automatically take that as a compliment. This is actually how much love/faith people here got for their religion
To be honest, I love anime too a d especially the old Japanese anime such as captain tsubasa, bakuso kyodai etc... you can Google it.
But when I first seen Naruto. I felt like no anime can be anywhere as great as Naruto series is other than bakuso kyoda of course.
It was and still one of the best animes in the Japan history
I even grew up watching Neruto 😃
@@DistanTThunder2 I sometimes get emotional just remembering Naruto series season1 or bakuso kyodai because i had too many childhood memories 😢 this is unfair 😢
Takashii, I’m a latecomer to your channel. Having only discovered your offerings about 2 months ago. Loving it. Very enlightening. Especially loving this episode. Keep up the great work! (Can’t wait to visit Japan!)
This series is such a positive thing i love it 🤘
Black African here, I think this is actually cool. We gotta start seeing people as people rather than different groups and mixing and sharing cultures is a part of that. Keep rocking them!
well said I agree
Tbh brothas have appropriated white style and clothes hardcore. Makes you realize how stupid the idea of “cultural appropriation” is. I’m not white.
But whenever a white person has dreadlocks u guys freak out and say it’s culture appropriation. Oh, but of course any else can do it freely. My mistake 😐
@D Li 1) most brothers didn't choose white culture, it was forced in them. Black people have been forced to adapt to european standards for the longest time 2) there is a difference between this and cultural appropriation. I dont believe most same people would argue that it's wrong to assume an aspect of another persons culture. But even if you wiuld disagree, I'm fairly certain that if you took a valued aspect of anybody's culture and reduced it to a joke most people of that culture would not look too kindly at that.
@@flowersdonteat "you guys"
Much respect for acknowledging the roots and its nice to see you have open minded people in Japan.
now if only they can get their cousins in Korea to respect and acknowledge where they are getting their "K-pop" style from.....its obviously ain't from American pop culture....
It's a "trend" something to try like is a different food, hobby or something.
This is very disrespectful, especially since blacks are ridiculed and policed for how their hair natural grows
every advanced civilization have open minds
The roots of dreadlocks comes from Greece, not africa.
@@lmao2351 hindu not Greece
I am happy to see the culture have spread. Me personally I love Anime, I have a Japanese tattoo, I love the food, the discipline, the video games and most importantly Japan respected our culture. I love it. ❤
Takashii is a phenomenal interviewer!! He always asks the best questions. With every interview I’ve watched I learn something new. 🫶🏾😌
Also inspires me to visit Japan 🇯🇵
P.s I am a Black American woman 💅🏾
As I've gotten older, I'm less bothered by people enjoying Black culture this way. I like when someone learns about and appreciates different cultures. These men weren't mocking Black people's hair. They showed more appreciation for it. Black people enjoy Japanese culture and other Asian cultures, too. I do understand that some Black people will not like it because of harm that they may have experienced in their past. Western society is very prejudicial against Black hair and we're just now making it unlawful to discriminate against our hair in America. We still have a lot to work through because of the trauma we experienced.
Dreadlocks were invented by vikings
There is not a specific place where dreadlocks started. if you look up where dread locs originated, it shows it started where African descent is, or around India. Also in Egypt but that’s in Africa, so yeah
“Vikings, Pacific Islanders, early Christians, the Aborigines and the New Guineans. Somali, the Galla, the Maasai, the Ashanti and the Fulani tribes of Africa.” Here is also other proof from the research
@@lollove9974 exactly. It's not just black culture
@@SpeedKing.. not true by any stretch of the imagination. Vikings used to be famous for their combs and would spend much time grooming themselves 1ce per week (Saturdays I believe). Maybe some of them had dreads, but it was certainly not invented by them. As a poc with Scandinavian ancestry I can tell you for sure that it takes a lot of effort to loc straighter hair as opposed to 4c hair. My brother and I both have dreads, but brother's hair is a tad more kink than mine and it resulted in very different outcomes. My hair takes a bit more maintenance for sure. For him, it was super easy so I have no issue seeing that 100000 years ago, before the invention of the comb or razor, that "bongo natty dread"* would be the norm.
I’m Jamaican and black American and I don’t see a problem like some do, I’m happy they enjoy our culture. Cultures are meant to be shared and i think Japanese culture is amazing and beautiful. 🇺🇸❤🇯🇵
Yes. Nutten no wrong wid sharing di culture. But respect must be due to where it originated. Rasta, Reggae, and Rap (DJ/Dancehall music) all are from JAMAICA🇯🇲! They are NOT from America! So while it's love and oneness, RASpect must go to where it's due! AGAIN..Reggae music, Rasta, and Rap (DJ/Dancehall music) are NOT from the USA! They are from 🇯🇲JAMAICA!
Blessed love!
Why do Black ppl have a problem with other nations having dreads? If I was Black I would be like you, I said nations because I believe in 1 human race, I see ppl of color as different nationalities not different race, we're not dogs we're humans.
Many historians believe that India can be credited for the religious origins of dreadlocks. In fact, the Hindu Holy Scriptures, The Vedas, which was written in Indian between 1500 and 1000 BCE, provides the first written historical evidence of dreadlocks.
@@husrebel494 While this be true it doesn't play a major part in your culture today,
i think this is more about your culture 'claiming' the hair style...no doubt it is alot more adapted to your culture today though. peace.@@chbry1050
Great interview. Thank you
So many people grow up influenced by Asian culture. RZA a member of the popular rap group Wu-Tang clan actually goes super in-depth on samples they used from 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s kung fu movies in a Vanity Fair video. The video is incredibly interesting, you can tell how informed and interested RZA is about Asian culture. Definitely give it a watch!
Asian women do not like black men
Wutang albums always used samples from all Kung-fu films, was what got me into anime
From the slums of Shaolin, Wu-Tang Clan strikes again
The RZA, the GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck
Raekwon the Chef, U-God, Ghostface Killah and the Method Man
The Abbot!
You should’ve found some Japanese folk who wear other protective hairstyles such as cornrows, box braids, Bantu knots, plaits etc. Because I’ve seen and interacted with some who wear these styles, in fact my Chicago Footwork teacher and some of her Japanese students wear them(mainly plaits and rows).
Look up Kishiwada Danjiri Festival. The Japanese women there were inspired by 90s African American culture and hip hop and of they get cornrows for the festival.
This is appreciation. People expressing themselves in a respectful way
Love this--I've never had a problem with it but seeing genuine love for the style and culture as the reason for most of these cases warms my heart. Appreciation!
As a west Indian I really appreciate the older gentlemen pointing out that dreads is more a rasta thing..everyone was extremely respectful and knowledgeable and they all looked so good rocking dreads and the one afro dude!
whats the different rastafari is a black culture by black people in jammaica who are originally africans we refer to black people with dreads as rastas sometimes so dreads is a black african thing
@@gordonbgraham only black afro hair can withstand dreads and braids not silky hair so go argue somewhere
@@gordonbgraham The hair texture isn't the same, nobody is wearing dreads because Vikings had matted up hair 700 years ago.
@@gordonbgraham Your response is insane So why do white women and other races put makeup on their faces why can't they go around with their natural faces 🙄 for your own information black women's hair can be straightened can be curly and can be afro it's part of who they are it's the only hair type that can do that . Easily Dreads are not part of europans nor Asians that's why it's rare and strange to see them with dreads start twisting your hair and see if it can even last 2 seconds
@@gordonbgraham The reason why these Asians have dreads to begin with is because of Black people and Black Music not because of their asian ancestors let that sink in your head or re watch the video. Go on twist that silky hair of yours nobody really cares . Don't mention me anymore. Please
The difference is they acknowledge and respect it here in America they say "it's just a hairstyle " while mocking us etc I love the Respect they show
Correction they call it “inappropriate” then turn around and wear it and say it was theirs first.
@@adriannalopez3719 YESSSSS an blk folks get a bad rep for firing up folks who try to do what we do but most dk it’s for THIS reason u just said we accept folks they come in start doing our shit an in 10 years now it’s a argument about who started it🤣
It is just a hair style
Dreadlocks have existed in many non black cultures through out history, and the first ones to have them acording to evidence were the minoans in Greece. Why do americans, some of the worst people at history and geography, always have to ruin it for others making things up like "cultrual apropiation"? Read a book.
It is just a hairstyle, it can be worn for a variety of reasons
This does feel like a genuine show of appreciation. I love that
Good to watch ❤. Thanks Takashii
Asian women do not like black men
Not gonna lie, you can see Japanese guys who have dreadlocks so easily in Tokyo.
Especially if you go to Shibuya at night.
What do you think about this?
Please leave your opinion here!
They should stop wearing dreads when it wasn’t popular they called it dirty but now it’s popular everyone’ wants it it’s crazy tho
personally not a big fan of dreads but appreciated that Black culture is appreciated in Japan.
I have Dreadlocks too and i feel like nobody should get pressed or mad over a fuckin hairstyle... + Dreadlocks been a thing thousands years ago, all kinds of differents peoples been having dreadlocks too
I think it’s absolutely fine on them!
I think its something the Japanese person and the foreigners can use as an icebreaker especially if you're African or like and familiar with the culture. I would say it almost feels like I am at home to some extent, seeing variety of different hair style in the street. Amazing.
Respect to second homeboy for not limiting himself to companies that don't agree with his style expression. I'm sure it's especially tricky in Japan though.
lol the funny thing is asian men in america cant rock bangs or medium length haircuts to job interviews
that's so dope! love to see the japanese dreadlocks
The 2nd and 4th looks good
I am African and I appreciate this completely. Culture is meant to be shared and that is how culture is grown I personally adore Japanese culture and this has made me learn how to speak Japanese. To see Japanese embrace our culture brings a tear to my eye and I would like to tell all of you that we do appreciate your love and dont be afraid to show appreciation for other cultures just because of a few people ☺
Well they said black Americans but ok sure
Africans and locks? NAH that's America negro shid fam
@@tmlh1892
You realize black Africans also wear dreadlocks? Especially the youth in Europe
This whole culture needs to be shared stuff is just dumb to me and I feel like it’s only pointing that towards Black people and people get mad at us once we complain about people stealing what we consider our culture we don’t go around and see non-Hispanics have Quinceañeras for their daughters Like your comment is just a highly ignorant comment that just looks at everything with the smiley face and kind of an ignorant bliss to it I think that more cultures should be known like I don’t see people in America acting like they are from Japan and or copying their traditions the most I see is that one dude who gets a tear of a Japanese symbol that he doesn’t even know the meaning of and it’s just dumb it’s like the white kid who plays call of duty and says hard or all day but has Juice WRLD and Lil Nas X playing in the background😂😂😭
As a African can you honestly say Dreadlocks are a Black thing?
As a person of African descent, I am honoured. The guys love and respect the culture and this is their way of showing it. Keep it up.
What the fuck though, dreadlocks are universal, only African people use them more. Vikings had them and you tell me if they were African and black.
Love and respect the culture but not the people … 🤡
Why is it so difficult for some people to give credit to African people. Africa is the home of man and civilization. Afro hair is the only hair on the planet that can truly lock naturally. Other types of hair mats but does not lock without manipulation. You need some education on the matter and most of all, take a lesson from the guys in this video and learn to show respect. It does not take anything away from you to do so. It makes you human. And yes, there were black Vikings.
saying your honored is kinda dragging it ngl …
@@101elelky Ty I was just thinking it They hate our ass Will use the N word and etc
01:46 mans said he looks up to lil nas x. he has to be trollin lmao
Everybody had dreadlocks before the comb was invented.
It's really interesting seeing other folks wear dreadlocs and such, especially knowing that it comes from a place of appreciation and not a place of wearing it as a mere costume like most ppl do. But i can't help but feel a bit put off about it all since as a black woman, wearing my hair in its natural state or in any protective style will end up with me being ridiculed, fired from workplaces or harassed (i mean, there are literal laws in the US about my hair, that alone should say plenty) yet others can wear those hairstyles and be praised for it. Hopefully the folks in this video can stand up for Black folks when need be
What laws are you talking about?
@@elliotsherrow9846 I'd like to know about these laws as well. I'm a Black woman and I or any other Black person I know have never been discriminated against because of our hair. I only started hearing about this in the last maybe 10 years since the natural hair craze began.
@@elliotsherrow9846 Have you heard of the CROWN act? It was put into effect in some states a mere few years ago, officially banning discrimination based on hair types and hairstyles.
Those other people don't wear those hairstyle in work place through.
But I agree that black women should be allowed to wear their hair in natural way
Dreads aren't allowed in school in Japan
i think this is very beautiful and i loved getting their perspective on it. at first i looked at the video like wtf but this was so genuine and wasn’t appropriating. the respect and love for the culture is ❤❤
I love it. And it looks good on them. People have a right to express themselves and I love that they are embracing and Jamaica culture hair styles ❤
I've had locs for almost a year now (this pfp is really outdated lol) and I grew up with some Japanese culture because my Mom was raised in Japan and anime of course.
This is so heartwarming to see our two cultures interested in each other even thought they're so different.
It really is intriguing how much japan has adopted african american culture, with the jazz music, to early 2000s hip hop, theres really nothing like it anywhere else. tribute to how rich the culture really is
@@dylanramsey516 Yeah
i really appreciate this as a black woman, bcus not only do I have locs but i take and appreciate things from asian/Japanese culture as welll. It really just shows how beautiful life can be when we appreciate , share, and accept our differences more.
i love anime
what sort of things do you take from japanese/asian culture?
@@mahoganysoul1798 mostly food/ eating habits. i use chop sticks more than anything and i typically eat at Japanese restaurants. i also love the traditional clothing , but I have not got into it much since i want to make sure that I am portraying and wearing the clothing correctly if i decide to do so. I also watch kdramas/anime often.
@@mahoganysoul1798 and their skin care remedies are amazing!!
I like black culture better, 70’s, 80’s, 90s and 00s, specifically. Back when black people were more down to earth and not pick me’s.
its lovely to see japan appreciate our culture as much as we appreciate theirs, im blasian but not japanese and ive always had a love for the culture (not anime though, i grew out of anime when i was 13) and adopt a lot of it into my lifestyle, so its lovely to see them do the same
Thank you for this video Mr. Takashii. I love the Japanese style on many things. I think I would want to walk around wearing a Japanese suit.
Asian women do not like black men
@@Clarenceisgoatno one cares
Shit is crazy how the world(most not all) loves our culture but hates our skin. With that said I think this is dope. Japan has always been into this and many other things we brought to the world.
Read about the Half-Black Tennis Star Naomi Osaka. Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka revealed she was targeted with racial backlash for her decision to represent Japan in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics... that tells me alot about Japan.
If you honestly thinks most people in the world hates your skin youre delutional.
I know right! These Japanese are among the most racist on earth against black people...
yessir lol they have rarely ever seen us in person but have a strong prejudice and hate for us because they want to adapt to white peoples ideologies so damn bad. Shit is disgusting man
@@macmen007 It was not racial (RACE), it was a disappointment . she is black mix. And from the information I got, the first person who give here advise about tennis was her father who trained her. The mother did care later. If the situation was inverted, you will said the same thing.
This is my favorite video ever from @takashiifromjapan !
If I could speak Japanese I would already have a job and live in Tokyo
Thank you for sharing
I loved this! It really touched me to see such appreciation of black culture, and they wore the dreads so well! They all looked so good! Ii will head to Japan soon and this makes me comfortable wearing my braids. Thank you!
I think that's definitely the difference between appropriation and appreciation none of them claimed to be reinventing it they all love where it came from and all of them had to go through a similar struggle that black people that black people have to experience when it comes to hair. I love Japan
@@reagancapwell685 How is their hair experience at all similar? And you would not like to hear what the average Japanese person really thinks about Black people.
All good, we have a rap scene in Japan here too (although not known to many) inspired by America
Dreads ain't African by origin. They're European and indian
@@trawsoza2926 😂😂😂😂😭😭
Its trending cause it looks super good.
Appreciation is always good and I have appreciation for Japan as well.
i love how respectful they are about it. like they seem like they genuinely have a love for black culture and appreciate its beauty. i love that they’re appreciating our culture rather than appropriating it🤎
Asian girls don’t like black men
even if they whouldnt love it whats the problem? The term Appropriation doesnt make sense to begin with. People can take parts of other cultures however they want to. That was part of all of history and who are you to tell others that something belongs to you?
@@basedchad6035 this conversation isn’t gonna go anywhere bc you def wanna believe what you believe (and it’s hard to argue with unintelligent people). so imma dead this rn.
@@basedchad6035 also the vikings had dreadlocks and they were white people so that a load of horse shit as well
I feel appreciation is educating yourself on the people of that culture. thats true appreciation. anyone can copy an aesthetic
As a brown skinned lady from Africa (Nigeria), it's very nice to see other cultures respect and appreciate one another. I love watching animes, and I speak basic Japanese but will learn it well this time @takashi. Thanks for this video because I have always been wandering what is on the mind of Japanese people and how they feel about accepting other cultures.
Asian female don’t like black men
biggest question, Spirited away vs Princess Mononoke 1997? I like those older anime films from the late 80s- aswell
We don’t choose what color we want to be or our culture that’s what people fail to realize
They are inspired by black Americans! A lot of them dress like us, imitate us, knows all of the words to our most popular rap songs. When they come to America, they try to befriend us just to say “they have a black friend” I would go as far and say they act like fans. It’s not that flattering to me. I had a girl from China that I worked with follow me around like a puppy, constantly told me “how cool I was” uploaded videos of me and recorded me all the time to post me on social media. It was a bit weird.
@@dominiquemassey9928y’all was inspired by Jamaicans to get dreads, we all inspired each other big deal
it makes me really happy to see that others also listen to foreign music. i'm american and i almost exclusively listen to japanese music, its so beautiful and has so much emotion behind it to me.
bro said lil nas x😂😂
Great video, Takashii! As a black man entering my late 40s, I used to have very long dreads for 24yrs and only cut them all off in the fall of 2020. At the time when I cut them off, my long dreads were down to my knees and I only decided to cut them all off because of the total amount of weight and stress it was causing on my scalp/neck. Sometimes I miss my dreads, but I'm just happy that I got to experience them for as long as I did. When your dreads get as long as mine were at the time, you realize it's a ton of work to maintain them properly and it get's really expensive too when you have to get them re-twisted + washed + dried every 2 weeks as I was doing for my long dreads for years.
@Fes Some of the ones I know do ;)
@fes-lk9we What is wrong with you... You spent the last hour and a half spamming this absurd comment. My cousin is literally married to a black man, why are you acting like this 🤣🤣
As a black American, this was really cool to watch. I honestly had no idea Japanese people were interested in our culture. Thank you for this video 😊 it definitely was beautiful to watch❤️.
Say for example: A new hair product line came out for dreads who should represent that a Chinese person? A Black person? or Japanese person? Just curious 🤨
@@rae08 I’m black but does it really matter??? Hair is hair idk why people are furious over hair. Lots of black women/men straighten there hair because they hate there curl pattern. Would that be considered stealing white /Asian culture??? No. It’s just hair at the end of the day you like what you like and if hair gets you furious maybe your priorities are in the wrong place.
@@rae08 I mean, who cares.
@@mco_jont i think y'all missing the point of Rachael's question.....
@Napoleon you talking about Black women is a false comparison. Black Women in America were made to hate their hair since slavery times by European ppl plus after emancipation Black women couldn't find employment by wearing their nature hair....Why do you think in America in 2023 we have the "Crown Act"" in many states.....that was a false comparison my friend
They're not interested in the people if u really wanna know 😭🤷🏾♂️....but go head
4:00 he looks GREAT!! Clearly a mature gentleman who takes care of his locs. 4:07 well it's working, it looks amazing.
Thank you for this video!
I live in the Caribbean, Trinidad to be exact and Locs are a very common hairstyle but it goes much deeper than that, the spiritual aspect of it... So I don't like to use the term "Dreadlocks" because ain't nothing Dread about it.... Big up to all those Japanese guys who embraced this culture of Locs.... Love in the house 🙌🙏🏻🤗💖
Exactly I’m Jamaican American from New York it’s the same here 🇯🇲🖤😌
I also live in the Caribbean too but in our region we call it locs, dutty or nutty dreads and dreadlocks. However, when we call it "dread" there isn't anything negative behind it with us. Dread is actually a good thing here in our slang depending on how you use it.
LOCS come from YOUR CULTURE not America I fully believe!
Shiva followers have worn ja (dreadlocks) for thousands of years. Ras Tafari was a Shivaite Hindu with ja. The practice of wearing ja has been common in Carribean countries where Indian Hindu Shivaites live, because of Rastafarianism and other Hindu practices.
@MaxAttack222They come from India. All the earliest scriptural references are there.
Black Rastaman here glad to see my culture get all this recognition. You rock these crowns with grace my brothers 👊🏿
Asian women do not like black men
Ras Tafari was an Indian man. He kept locks like many followers of Shiva do. Shiva is mentioned to have locks in the Vedas.
@@-whackd That's very interesting! I'm very intrigued by ancient Indian culture before British Colonization, it was a very rich culture.
@@-whackdYou thought you'd piss him off huh? Also, that's not accurate.
@@-whackdThis is "Ras Tafari".
Read:He is Ras Tafari: that was the birth name of Ethiopia's 225th and last emperor, who was born on 23 July 1892, and took the regal name Haile Selassie I when he was crowned. For Rastas, he is God (or Jah) incarnate - the redeeming messiah.
Finally! Lots of people NOT saying they shouldn’t be doing this! The same people that say this shouldn’t be done are the same ones using everyone else’s culture everyday!
This just youtube comments not reality😂
Love your videos by way very informative thank you
The main problem has always been double standards more than anything else. A black person wearing dreads getting mocked/degraded, told its unprofessional , while someone else who's not black getting praised for being "cool, nature loving, manly/feminine etc etc", these are my thoughts before watching the video
My thoughts remain the same. I can't really judge people based on their responses, people don't need to get dreads for deep reasons, but the man who had them for 10 years seems to be the most informed
In the video they literally say that they aren't even allowed to work in many places because of their hairstyle, in America it is much more allowed, while someone who is black getting praised for being cool, nature loving, manly etc.
@@helmetboyHD literally not true at all in America we do get mocked and at times not allowed to wear our hair black people had a natural hair ban in the Jim Crow era which is coming back in some southern states which is worrying because there is a huge black population in the south
@@Flowersandteacup It is insane that such laws have happened and might happen again, but I'm talking more of the cultural differences. In America most people view it as normal to have hair like that while in i.e. Japan it is highly unusual and people are blocked from certain social events and jobs for wearing hair like that.
@@helmetboyHD once again that’s racist towards real black people in Japan they can take it out we can’t. We can be harassed they won’t, these men don’t realize the full history of black hairstyles
I am African from UK. It's interesting to know that hairstyle factors into the individuals work life in Japan. For example, the gentleman that mentioned "long as my hair fits in my work helmet its not an issue". It would be completely different story here in UK. Thank you for the interview it was insightful.
Here in Japan looks are very important for most workplaces. Usually no beards, no tattoos, no piercings, no strong cologne/perfume, black hair and that is out of your face. I even feel bad for some of my female coworkers that have to wear heels all the time.
@@bakurachan that's corporate, everywhere other profesions don't care
What are you talking about? It's the same in the UK, nobody cares about hairstyle unless it gets in the way of work or if the job has specifications on facial hair which very few do.
Here in Brazil, the country with the largest number of people of African descent after AFRICA, it is an racist offense for someone who is not black to wear dreadlocks. Here people say it's cultural appropriation, and a struggle by black movements so that whites don't take advantage of it.
In Brazil this phenomenon is much more delicate, after all we are the most mestizo country in the world, we have descendants of immigrants from all over the world, and it is very polarized between indigenous people, blacks and Europeans...
We are the country with the largest number of Japanese descendants as well.
Here in America they have actually fired black people from jobs for having dreads and afros and have even suspended kids from school. One story that made headlines was a teenager was made to cut off his dreads before a wrestling match.
they look really nice. i love it
Same way we fw anime nd shit so hard this is wavy bro.
As a black woman, I think it's lovely.. I love seeing people from all around the world appreciate the beauty of black cultural hairstyles ✨🥰👐🏾
They’ll still clap her cheeks.
its really cool how cultures are blending now more than ever but instead of through imperialism and violence, its through the internet and admiration for other cultures. its honestly tight as hell.
it is incredible sad that racists are trying to stand between the social and cultural revolution we are in. people don’t care about a persons attitude, manner, or even their heritage, they just just the color of their skin and that makes them a bad person. so sad to experience
That was very interesting. Thank you for sharing.
not an american but a kiwi, personally i've always thought that Japanese street culture such as this type of fashion and how some of these men style their fashion and their style matches their dreads in a way that is something different entirely from American hip hop or even streetwear type culture, it's another fusion of something without even trying to be and it's just absolutely awesome. The youth street culture is definitely some of if not the most stylish in the world, it is interesting when you compare it to south korea's young men's makeup culture and over the top (in my opinion) beauty standards. that isn't to say that it is immasculine what they do in SK, but when you compare this type of look this sort is just so much more masculine and yet relaxed, in a place like japan someone with dreads is like having a sign on your back saying you're probably not overly traditional or much of a closed minded person. interesting video for sure.
Asian women do not like black men
Back in 1980 the first japanese group invited to soul train was the yellow magic orchestra known for their electro beats and inspired western DJs to create the beats knows for brakedancing one of the elements of hiphop pop locking, free style steps etc. Japan was also the first asian country to promote rap and hip hop and were also the fisrt country to invite rap artists and learn about the african american culture and fell in love with it, a lot of the new generation doesn't really know about it but african american hiphop and japanese street culture have walked hand by hand for the past 40 years so its understandable how young japanese generations love the african american culture and make it part of their everyday life even though there's still a small percentage that see it as appropriation. By looking back at the history I know is more appreciation than appropriation Japanese inspired the western Y2K style with their Harajuku culture so I must say that it's cool to see how other countries take a culture and appreciate it.
They love our culture but hate us lol 😂
As a South African (lol since people are specifying) I honestly think, if it's from a place of admiration it's cool. We all do different hairstyles today. The more the world blends into one the happier we will be. I understand what the issue was not so long ago, and I can't speak for every country but in my country natural hair and even neat dreadlocks does not make it difficult to get a job. I've had natural hair since I started working. I do twits, afro puff, temporary "dreads". If we attack people who say our culture is beautiful, we're going backwards.
Our country, as much as it's called "the Rainbow Nation" it's actually very intolerant of differences
@@thabomjiyako8894 True in many ways, but in general black people have no problem with white or Asian people choosing hairstyles typically worn by black people. We even do the hairstyles for them.
Even without admiration. Who tf are you to forbid them to do what they want? Who tf are you? You dont own that hair or certain ways of music and how to act.
Your country is hella europeanised so youre not any better. You also took from others. And nobody has the arrogance to demand of you to dont do all that.
Perfectly said! We need to realize we aren't so different and as you said blend together into one because we are all human!
Looks great ! i appreciate it👏👍😎
Thank you for this. I am black with locs and I love this. Hopefully, I will be able to visit Japan one day and experience it in person.
Interesting video! It's always fascinating to learn about cultural trends in other countries.
the second dude got the hair, the stance, and the lips going on😂😂
I think these guys seriously suit their dreads. Looks beautiful, respect all round 🥰
I loved the interview with the older gentleman who has had his dreadlocks for over a decade, his appreciation for Reggae music and knowledge of Rastafarians which led him to make the choice to get them, in addition to the ladies that is. Hopefully the younger ones will keep theirs also and not have a difficult time with work etc as we grow as a society and embrace various cultures and practices and express our appreciation of such.
I really like that the second guy talked about the stigma associated with dreads, because there is a lot of ignorance when it comes to dreads and their maintenance. You can definitely and SHOULD definitely wash dreads and maintain them. They are also very versatile. You just have to take care of them.
Overall, I think there is a very distinctive line between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation. A lot of non-black people that wear dreads and take parts from black culture are very anti-black and that's where the problem starts. You don't get to profit off of black culture but then disrespect the very community whose culture you make money off of. That's not how this works. You need to also remember the historical significance of dreads and other natural hairstyles popular within the black community, and acknowledge how racism has made it hard for black people to wear these hairstyles because they are deemed "unprofessional". If you show the same respect to black people and give credit where it's while appreciating their culture, then that's a huge difference.
I enjoyed… thanks for sharing
We like you guys embracing the culture much love and respect my asian brothers ✊🏾
This just goes to show how powerful music can be for cultural exchange. I think next to food it's one of the strongest mediums for this.
Asian women do not like black men
This sort of thing has been going on since at least the 80s. I remember seeing a documentary at that time about a whole Japanese subculture dedicated to Black clothing, music, hairstyles, etc. There was a young Japanese lady who went on Showtime At The Apollo and sang Through The Fire note for note like Chaka Khan even though she didn't speak English. Bobby Brown's name was slang for cool or fly. I found it fascinating and not offensive at all
I'm black and I used to wear locks as well so I was really surprised but pleased to see this. It's not totally true, your hair can still lock if you are washing it (I couldn't stand the itch so I washed mine and it still locked pretty quick), but that could also depend on your hair type. This almost makes me want to start locking again, lol.
I really liked this video. I especially liked the last person's hair. His hair was amazing...so much so that I would have asked for his stylist info if I were in Japan. I never would have thought that this would be trending in Japan. I like Japanese culture and language too so I hope to maybe visit again some day.
In my opinion it's great. Just like people love japanese culture and style here they're appreciating black culture. One thing is that Japanese people really try to learn and educate themselves about a culture they're into. I remember some years ago they protested a hair company for saying a black woman's hair was crazy in their ad and got it taken down. No international coverage, they simply did it because they knew it was wrong. I really have hope for this generation !
Nope I only love my African American Culture that it no foreign countries like Japan or other people don't like black people
Facts
There are three subsets of people. Those who are nationalistic, those who revere whiteness and those who go against the grain of the first two in any country. You can't win them all. When I was in Germany, the same people exist.
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Dreadlocks is not only black culture. The first evidence of dreadlocks is in Greece.
It’s good to finally see the cultures of the world embracing each other rather than hating one another. I feel it’s beautiful they are learning more about the melanated culture and embrace it. The meaning of locs are highly spiritual. Great video. ❤
Trust me them folks don't like us
@@thereal-xc5ib Facts! They copy our culture but deep down hate us... Superiority speaks for itself! We're blessed!
@@Kwestion36LondoN 💀💯🔥🔥🔥
Oh they still hate us believe that 🤣🤣🤣 love the culture though.
@@TransKidsMafiawhat is white culture ?
Its a Great feeling to see the Appreciation for our Culture by other Cultures because I myself love Japanese Culture from Anime to certain styles of dressing. I think its pretty dope to explore and relate to other cultures besides your own. Long as you're being respectful
biggest question, Princess Mononoke vs spirited away?
hate to break it to you but black people dont own dreads
@@dngdnf4862 Damn those are hard choices. But probably Spirited Away because of the deeper meanings that can be drawn from it.
It's always anime.
After watching this video am gonna get myself some locs tomorrow😜
I think it comes from a place of appreciation so I think it is fine, and cool even. I'm have the belief that individuals can't do cultural appropriation on their on, only companies can, when they use the aesthetics from a group while erasing the contributions to said group.
Like k pop
Individuals do that too
what about the Kardashians.....lol
As a African American woman with locs this video made me smile!! I'm traveling to Japan soon and I was worring about ppl coming up to me and touching my hair.
Culture is for anyone who chooses to identify a certain style and its a treat to see how far reaching not only black culture has touch others, but how we influence each other as well! Excellent topic & keep up the fine work! what YOU are doing is barrier BREAKING & continue to KEEP reaching out & stretching the boundaries' of culture! Keep up the GREAT work Takashii. I'm a BIG fan of those who break borders & show that "WE ARE ALL APART OF THE HUMAN FAMILY". Great work, BIG fan, & don't allow anything other than "DEATH" deter you TAKASHii from your goals young man. Excellent work. Mr. Hop....
KNOCC IT OFF
It's such a positive connection!
I love how honest all of them were.
Gotta love the dread community!
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I think it's cool how we both appreciate each other's cultures
That tat was badass!
Looks pretty cool 😎
As a black woman l honestly love seeing other people enjoying our culture like it's cool when they are appreciative of it
Hi Takashi,
Since many of the people you spoke to love black culture, I'm curious to know:
Do they have black friends?
How they feel about racism / anti-blackness in America and other western countries?
How do they feel about racism/anti-blackness in Japan?
Do they use the N-word? If so why?
Since everyone you spoke to is a man, I'm ESPECIALLY curious:
Are they friends with/dating black women?
How do they feel about black women?
I think the answers to these questions, can really say a lot about whether their interest in black culture is genuine or shallow (i.e. is it cultural appropriation?)
Real question need to answer
I hope black people stop trying to find validation from other races, we should love ourselves first
Great questions
stop trying to divest and force non black people to date you.
i was with you until you tried to sneak that "do you love black woman" thing.
thats cringe and gives me pick me mammy vibes. you clearly want validation.
@@sakurakou2009 facts she wants to know if he likes black women.. like girl what someone likes
doesnt determine if they like the race or not.
Personally, I think they look great.
The Barber has swaggg!! Thank you guys for appreciating our culture! My children I definitely appreciate yours!! All of them look very good all individually shaggy lol