The Japanese Sando King of Portland - Street Food Icons

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  • Опубликовано: 4 фев 2025

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  • @Philistinianful
    @Philistinianful 3 года назад +905

    "I'm not just making sandwiches, I'm sharing my Japan" - what a legend

    • @mcabros
      @mcabros 3 года назад +3

      So dramatic. I keep dying children alive in a helicopter and I don't have no 8:15 of exposition about it.

    • @Chris-zc8tf
      @Chris-zc8tf 3 года назад +19

      @@mcabros you are dramatic, you’re just mad you get no glory.

    • @jacforswear18
      @jacforswear18 3 года назад +29

      @@mcabros cool…. This is a cooking channel. Maybe go complain to a news broadcaster or something.

    • @Jon-br8co
      @Jon-br8co 3 года назад +2

      From a another japanese guys perspective, it's really just sandwiches.

    • @moiraswife
      @moiraswife 3 года назад

      @@Jon-br8co and they're damn good looking ones at that

  • @marylandlax3
    @marylandlax3 3 года назад +233

    This guy just seems like a really chill hard working chef who’s passionate about his cultures food, I’m glad he wants to share all of this amazing cuisine, looks so damn good!

  • @arhudson86
    @arhudson86 3 года назад +218

    This guy is so authentic. The real deal. Nothing but love and positive vibes.

  • @chels3429
    @chels3429 3 года назад +108

    I live in Portland, and have had his sando's countless times. I seek his sando's out more than any other food cart. He deserves all the best, he really does share his Japan, you can taste it! Well done Taiki!!!

    • @SouthernOregonOrgani
      @SouthernOregonOrgani 3 года назад

      Dp you know when they will open up again? iv been in portland for a year and some change now and i would LOVE to try this place. google maps says its temporary closed tho

    • @chels3429
      @chels3429 3 года назад +3

      @@SouthernOregonOrgani I believe he is home in Japan visiting, when he comes back I think at the end of the month he will be open again?

    • @chels3429
      @chels3429 3 года назад

      I can't wait for them to open either! I have been craving his sandos for a little while now! If I notice him open, I will write you a message here, to let you know! I can't wait for you to try one!

  • @Daveewill
    @Daveewill 3 года назад +112

    This food truck is my favorite, every time I’m in portland this is a spot I have to stop by!! Loved seeing the behind the scenes and learning about the owner’s story. Let me tell y’all these sandwiches are the BEST and you can taste the soul put into those bad boys.

    • @Westcoastgs
      @Westcoastgs 3 года назад

      I would love to live next to him and food truck... 🤔 maybe not

    • @parktronz5922
      @parktronz5922 3 года назад

      What are your favorite food items there?

    • @DiamondEyeMcGee
      @DiamondEyeMcGee 3 года назад +1

      I agree. Best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The black miso pork tonkatsu is my favorite

    • @Illsayanything
      @Illsayanything 3 года назад +3

      The way he acted when he talked about people visiting his food truck from out of town was about the most wholesome thing in the world. Keep this guy in business.. he needs a full blown restaurant!!

    • @kronicdeath420
      @kronicdeath420 3 года назад +1

      @@parktronz5922 They're all really good. My favorite is the scotch egg katsu sando, but the pork and chicken katsu's are also fire!

  • @ctook
    @ctook 3 года назад +64

    Taiki is my boy!!! I see him all the time here in Portland. He is so friendly and I became a regular sometime last year before they moved locations. I already had a love for Japanese egg salad, but he made it 100X stronger. I would come here 3 times a week. Sometimes get two sandwiches at once! I love the miso katsu chicken and the chicken nanban. So amazing. Much love Taiki and Tokyo Sando!

  • @bermei5187
    @bermei5187 3 года назад +889

    This guy's food truck has been broken into so many times by thieves, I'm surprised he didn't mention it. Good for him for staying positive.

    • @davel2491
      @davel2491 3 года назад +110

      wow. that’s really disappointing :(

    • @aus-li
      @aus-li 3 года назад +13

      Dang :(

    • @djthegrateone
      @djthegrateone 3 года назад +8

      Insurance fraud mate

    • @justso1823
      @justso1823 3 года назад +34

      Cost of theft was Under $1000 so it's not a crime in Portland

    • @MellySkyWalker
      @MellySkyWalker 3 года назад +67

      @@tanthaman say it.

  • @ashleighc8303
    @ashleighc8303 3 года назад +35

    This guy really understands the combination of great flavour and texture, two important elements for amazing food. What a legend

  • @somefreshbread
    @somefreshbread Год назад +3

    The woman at 5:30 is the sweetest, kindest person I've ever had the pleasure of speaking with. RIP to a legendary sando. If they ever come back, I'll be first in line.

  • @erininoue978
    @erininoue978 3 года назад +17

    Moving to Portland from Tokyo in a few months, and wow I am so happy to see that there is a sando cart there now!! Can't wait to try!

  • @bigboy6704
    @bigboy6704 3 года назад +40

    I love the way he talks. everything he says is exactly what he means. I guess when English isn't your first language you have to think more about what you say and it leads to better results

    • @Maatson_
      @Maatson_ 9 месяцев назад

      I can’t understand you. English must be your first language.

  • @LoveB1
    @LoveB1 3 года назад +10

    I'm literally on vacation in portland while watching this. I'm checking this spot out today forsure!! Gotta support small businesses!!! 🖖🏿

    • @Cyyhjiyffree
      @Cyyhjiyffree 3 года назад +2

      How was it?!

    • @LoveB1
      @LoveB1 3 года назад +5

      @@Cyyhjiyffree really good!! I got an egg salad sando, potatoes salad and the soup they had. Everything was fire!! I would recommend placing an order online instead of showing up.

    • @Cyyhjiyffree
      @Cyyhjiyffree 3 года назад +2

      @@LoveB1 awesome. Thanks for the tip!

  • @TheCookie333
    @TheCookie333 2 года назад +1

    This was honestly the most wholesome, kind warm video I’ve ever seen on Vice I loved it

  • @rattatouilletherat
    @rattatouilletherat 3 года назад +7

    About time you made a video about this guy

  • @Lollumad
    @Lollumad 3 года назад +8

    this will be my first stop when im back in portland!

  • @MichaelFriebel
    @MichaelFriebel Год назад +1

    Oishi! My daughter and I visited the University of Portland over the weekend and this was our #1 stop. We had the Tokyo teriyaki egg sando (a.k.a. Teri tama sando) and Miso pork katsu sando. They were absolutely amazing!!!Taiki Nakajima and the young lady who took our order were so incredibly genuine, and a pleasure to talk to. We’re hooked.

  • @rustedwires
    @rustedwires 3 года назад +15

    this is my favorite food cart in portland 10/10 would recommend to anyone who likes sandwiches

  • @GregCurtin45
    @GregCurtin45 3 года назад +4

    Great story Muchines - thank you. All the best to this entrepreneur in business and his personal life.

  • @kim2306
    @kim2306 3 года назад +4

    Yes! I freaking love this cart. ❤️❤️❤️
    You guys deserve all of the love.

  • @AHFB
    @AHFB 3 года назад +3

    one of the best food trucks in portland. glad yall covered it.

  • @emallstars
    @emallstars 3 года назад +11

    He makes the BEST sandwiches Portland! Love Tokyo Sando 🗼🥪😋

  • @zigerwoods34
    @zigerwoods34 3 года назад +33

    I love Tokyosando, they are AMAZING!!! I’ve been waiting for this!!! Congratulations, you deserve it!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @maynardchee1269
    @maynardchee1269 3 года назад +5

    Love it. I’m a fan! Keep up the good work and spread the love with that food you make.

  • @gabescully
    @gabescully 3 года назад +7

    One of the coolest dudes in Portland. So glad he’s here. 👍

  • @nicolegilbert8450
    @nicolegilbert8450 3 года назад +9

    Omg the best thing I’ve ever ate! I’m in Seattle and will plan trips to Portland just so I can go get the pork katsu! If you are ever in Portland pleaseeeee go!

  • @Iceman51686
    @Iceman51686 3 года назад +4

    Awesome video! Thank You for sharing! 👏

  • @Christina-zs2qc
    @Christina-zs2qc 4 месяца назад

    Just had one today wonderful experience!! So much talent 🫶🏼

  • @SoundaSheep
    @SoundaSheep 2 года назад +1

    I like how you put some focus on Tokyo Sando's Instagram. I was wondering how you find all of these food vendors, but now I understand that social media probably plays a significant role in that

  • @carsonasskeoni
    @carsonasskeoni 3 года назад +20

    love this dude and what’s he’s doing . the fact that he’s trying to learn english and bring his culture to us is hella cool

  • @HoodyCoob
    @HoodyCoob 3 года назад +2

    I was wondering why it was so busy today! Good for them they deserve all the love and exposure! I love Tokyo sando 🥺🤟🏽💙

  • @stagnantsmoke
    @stagnantsmoke 3 года назад +1

    I live in Portland, definitely going to try this place sometime soon

  • @alvinlee140
    @alvinlee140 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for showing this street food.

  • @Emperorerror
    @Emperorerror 3 года назад +4

    Woah - I did not expect to encounter somewhere I've actually been on here! Got the curry egg sando when I was there - excellent

  • @evamariegehrke8595
    @evamariegehrke8595 3 года назад +11

    Congratulations to you, for finding what you know and enjoy and giving to your community.

  • @ayamaikarim
    @ayamaikarim 3 года назад +1

    I tried it on August 19 of this year 2021, it is worth the visit.

  • @dondido9048
    @dondido9048 3 года назад

    5:35 warmed my soul

  • @charge416
    @charge416 Год назад

    I've learned from Munchies that Portland has an absolutely mouth watering food truck scene

  • @Trumanluen1950
    @Trumanluen1950 3 года назад +27

    And to chalk another shop/restaurant for me to visit and try in the US. Current count: infinite

  • @오세륜
    @오세륜 3 года назад +1

    @3:13 he has Toshio Saeki from Ju on picture on his truck...that ju on creeps me out hahahhaa 😂

  • @ralphgabrinao
    @ralphgabrinao 3 года назад +2

    Great stuff. More power 👊🏽

  • @MizKatROCKZ
    @MizKatROCKZ 3 года назад +9

    Yes! My city! I mean this is really the best Sando I've had in Oregon.

  • @MyPugBiscuit
    @MyPugBiscuit 3 года назад +2

    I've had their sandwiches, they are definitely worth it. So delicious!!

  • @Alexxxpdx
    @Alexxxpdx 3 года назад +11

    Just moved to Portland from San José, CA. I must say the food out here is FANTASTIC. I wouldn’t be surprised that these sandwiches are BOMB. It’s really hard to find crappy food here.

    • @bachtomin213
      @bachtomin213 3 года назад

      Sure, they'll try and burn the Federal courthouse to the ground, fight with the police and Federal troops every night, and riot and loot the downtown... but the food trucks?. Amazing!!!!!😝👏

    • @evansuarez5432
      @evansuarez5432 3 года назад +1

      @@bachtomin213 but the food is good tho regardless of the rioting

    • @jacforswear18
      @jacforswear18 3 года назад +7

      @@bachtomin213 yeah, none of those things are related. Congrats on the most unnecessary comment. Also, anyone who fights the police nightly deserves the best food. 😊

    • @kim2306
      @kim2306 3 года назад +2

      You gotta go. For real. Try their specials...but go early. They always sell out. Their last one was a scotch egg, but with gyoza filling. Hnnngg.

  • @CuddleFish124
    @CuddleFish124 3 года назад +1

    This place is GREAT seriously recommended to y’all 😋👍

  • @CptCupcake5
    @CptCupcake5 3 года назад +2

    I’ve been wanting to try this place our for a minute!!! Definitely going there tomorrow.

  • @greenmoss9079
    @greenmoss9079 3 года назад +1

    Well I think you have a really good attitude towards your business and making sandos is truly cool in my book

  • @melibaut
    @melibaut 3 года назад

    One of my favorite PDX food trucks! Thanks for showcasing this awesome business!

  • @MoMo-nv9dk
    @MoMo-nv9dk 3 года назад +1

    I’m from Portland and I got to school at Portland, I’m def gonna go here tomorrow, looks awesome lol

    • @MoMo-nv9dk
      @MoMo-nv9dk 3 года назад +2

      Also, me and my team painted that mural(the girl on the back) few years back lol….

  • @unknownpapa3116
    @unknownpapa3116 3 года назад +8

    Bruh, that scary kid photo from the scary movie at 3:12 made me trip put, though I was seeing shit and rewing it but he must have it in his food truck 🚚 had me shitting bricks for a second

  • @Evaca44
    @Evaca44 3 года назад +6

    This is why I love living in Portland! So many cool unique spots!

  • @Ewoodm
    @Ewoodm 3 года назад +12

    Miss having them at the PSU campus

  • @lS-qp6zq
    @lS-qp6zq 3 года назад +2

    Being an ambassador of Japanese culinary culture is more than an accomplishment a globetrotter can achieve. Yum.

  • @harrypa946
    @harrypa946 3 года назад +9

    Should come to Portland I live on the east side of Oregon
    Food looks good

    • @stoney-wan
      @stoney-wan 3 года назад +1

      "Should come to Portland" said no one ever…

    • @DannyOVideos
      @DannyOVideos 3 года назад +2

      @@stoney-wan whats wrong with Portland? Genuinely curious

    • @indigolotus22
      @indigolotus22 3 года назад +5

      @@DannyOVideos Nothing is wrong with Portland. It's a fun city. The people hating on Portland just don't like the politics and talk smack because they have nothing else to do with their miserable lives.

    • @RepetitionStop
      @RepetitionStop 3 года назад +3

      @MuseyR nailed it. @Harry Pa this food truck is incredible, and we'd love for you to visit

  • @damienjohn
    @damienjohn 3 года назад +20

    Damn those sandos look amazing! If I ever find myself in Portland, this is on my list for sure

  • @thekman707
    @thekman707 3 года назад +4

    I live in portland! Can't wait to order some food here and say what up to this awesome guy :)

  • @susanl8070
    @susanl8070 3 года назад

    If I ever get to go back to Portland, first Tokyo Sando, then Blue Star Donuts. I've done the 12 hour days working for family, good on him for traveling.

  • @KushieG
    @KushieG 3 года назад +1

    Definitely stopping here in two weeks !

  • @TofuTheLhasa
    @TofuTheLhasa 3 года назад +3

    It takes a lot of time and patience to achieve something precious.

  • @Chippyy
    @Chippyy 3 года назад +1

    more Portland foodtruck stories!!!

  • @daliz6594
    @daliz6594 3 года назад +4

    Zamn, that chicken sando is lit

  • @foreignclout
    @foreignclout 3 года назад +1

    Love it, Portland is great

  • @mendithebeast4851
    @mendithebeast4851 3 года назад +2

    Portland legend 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

  • @gifted8458
    @gifted8458 3 года назад

    Dope to see people who are passionate about there food succeed

  • @princesssofiyagm
    @princesssofiyagm 3 года назад +1

    I’ve lived in Portland my whole life. How have I never heard of this cart!? I will have to fix this immediately.

  • @blondie2998
    @blondie2998 3 года назад

    He's soooo cute and sweet and his sammies look DANK. I love him

  • @topo6790
    @topo6790 Год назад +2

    This guy is closing in December and moving back to Japan! Give this man as much support as possible before he leaves!
    EDIT: they’re closed :( gonna miss this legend
    EDIT EDIT: HES BACK!!!

  • @PurpleJamOfficial
    @PurpleJamOfficial 3 года назад +3

    These sandwiches look amazing so upset I live in the UK 😥

  • @rossrobbins7707
    @rossrobbins7707 3 года назад

    This place is so delicious. Love it!

  • @drewwilson45
    @drewwilson45 3 года назад +4

    Bro you're food looks amazing.. I'm so hungry 😘 and you're food truck is dope too 🤫

  • @dupekis
    @dupekis 3 года назад +1

    awesome guy great humble vibe

  • @MauricioHernandez-my4go
    @MauricioHernandez-my4go 3 года назад

    I remember I went on one of the first days it was open, super long line. Waited even longer than I thought I was going to, hangry and pissed AF by the time I got to the window and ordered. But when I took a bite out of my Ebi Sando, by god a smile just broke out across my face and I immediately knew the wait was more than worth it.

  • @Yarbiglass
    @Yarbiglass 3 года назад

    Best food cart I’ve had hands down!

  • @DiamondEyeMcGee
    @DiamondEyeMcGee 3 года назад

    Best food cart and sandwiches in portland. Only reason I would even go downtown anymore.

  • @ellorareeves5336
    @ellorareeves5336 3 года назад

    I love this. Next time im in Portland I will seek him out. looks so good.

  • @juanjosemoraflores1492
    @juanjosemoraflores1492 3 года назад

    I like to try this food. When I was at the U of O I met lots of students from all over the wold and got the chance to try their foods. Food and Culture!!!

  • @2dollarkevin
    @2dollarkevin 3 года назад +14

    Hello people who haven't had breakfast yet, greetings from Mexico!

  • @weirddingus4620
    @weirddingus4620 3 года назад +1

    HE'S KILLIN' IT!!!!

  • @VinceW187
    @VinceW187 3 года назад

    That egg sandwich is genius!!!!

  • @rockshock914
    @rockshock914 3 года назад +3

    That ju on (the grudge) picture would scare me away from robbing that truck too. Perfect security measure 💀

  • @indra_vrtrahan
    @indra_vrtrahan 3 года назад +3

    I have never expected that people would be able to taste authentic sando outside japan, this man is pretty much a blessing.

  • @muthserra
    @muthserra 3 года назад +2

    YES!! We were in Portland over the summer for a couple days during vacations and randomly found this food truck. We ate there twice in the sapn I'd two days it was so good. The Miso Tofu Sando is literally one of the best tasting things I've ever eaten. This man is amazing!!

  • @sudamericuencano
    @sudamericuencano 3 года назад

    Very clever! Japanese sandwiches are criminally under rated! They taste amazing

  • @MisterBrimm
    @MisterBrimm 2 года назад

    Ooooh you're right next to my record store, 2nd Ave Records I gotta try a sammy!!

  • @CHANTIP
    @CHANTIP 2 года назад

    your life is so cool.........awesome young man.

  • @RKAJBDE
    @RKAJBDE 3 года назад

    What a beautiful soul

  • @rexdarnell
    @rexdarnell 3 года назад

    I was here a couple months ago, he made the best sandwich I’ve ever had.

  • @rg20322
    @rg20322 3 года назад

    That egg salad sandwich looks awesome!

  • @rayzahleshooter1530
    @rayzahleshooter1530 2 года назад

    Thats a big sandwich... love it

  • @isidro0723
    @isidro0723 3 года назад

    What! Dude congrats on the showcase!

  • @eliasgetu34
    @eliasgetu34 3 года назад +4

    The sandwiches he’s making on white bread are literally what they have in 7/11 over there (Japan)🔥🔥🔥 It’s so damn good!!

  • @Danesha_M_H
    @Danesha_M_H 3 года назад

    I love that. Good for him 😊

  • @GabGotti3
    @GabGotti3 3 года назад +2

    Why does Portland have so many amazing food places?

  • @SachiBean
    @SachiBean 3 года назад

    mouth was watering the whole time watching this. I need to try this mans food once in my life before I die lmao.

  • @Je-s-s-e_J-a-m-e-s
    @Je-s-s-e_J-a-m-e-s 3 года назад

    this looks so dank as im eating cereal at 11pm

  • @cindyxiong7853
    @cindyxiong7853 3 года назад

    Did not expect to see the little boy from The Grudge in this. What an unexpected surprise. 😅

  • @lostcatsem8734
    @lostcatsem8734 3 года назад

    What a cool nice guy plus yummy food wow

  • @dkthegamer23
    @dkthegamer23 3 года назад

    Gonna have to try this spot

  • @GabGotti3
    @GabGotti3 3 года назад

    That egg salad looks so amazing

  • @richardmollberg3096
    @richardmollberg3096 3 года назад

    Nice box of sandwiches, like unboxing a new iPhone, premium feel.

  • @pillarofdawn
    @pillarofdawn 3 года назад

    This is one of my regular spots. Shit slaps hard