It's a lot harder if you don't live in Tokyo or another major city... I'm in Toyohashi. :P I actually met friends through my husband, who is Brazilian. A lot of people only look for Japanese friends, or people from their own countries, but finding another cultural group who is open and accepting is also a good way to meet people. My Portuguese is terrible, but everyone is super friendly, fun, and they throw a killer barbeque! :)
I made friends through work. There were many other students my age doing "Baito". I went back to Germany but we still keep contact and they even visited me last month. ^^
As somebody who wants to visit and possibly live/work in Japan for a bit, this is really informative. Especially for somebody who is a tad socially awkward. I take as much advise and help as I can get.
For me, it was just getting myself out there and once I made friends with some people, they wanted to introduce me to more people and it grew from there!
Was in Japan for two weeks recently and made three Japanese friends by attending a Meetup (App) language exchange. 🤗 highly recommend. was invited to a friends drink night, and a dinner by those I met. Super kind and respectful people who are keen to make friends and practice English with you.
Finding local community centres and finding out what groups/hobbies are available to get into can be good. I took up Jpns. sign language. I do think getting to know people is a different experience in country towns and big cities. Churches are another way to get to know people. Just make sure you find a real church and not a cult. (of course you have to be aware of that last bit w/ Jpns. religions too). Finding volunteer opportunities can also be a good chance to get to know people.
I feel like it's an issue where if you are a foreigner but you look east Asian, Japanese people won't take interest in you but obviously if you're like white and blonde and you're saying hi to people, people interact with you and treat you well but they'll also just see you as a novelty and never see you as part of their in group or whatever. It's rough.
I’m still building a friend network but I was grateful to a friend I made online years ago because she helped me make some connections outside of my school life in Tokyo which is nice. It’s nice to have friends from different sectors in my life. I still haven’t quite gotten around to making many Japanese friends, but I think it’s because I’m nervous about the language barrier because my conversational Japanese is not very good.
hey i would love it if you guys would have a coffee talk about like music performances your crew has been too in japan and how there different from concerts in other parts of the world.
The elephant in the room is that Japan is a lonely place in general. Japanese people are hard to talk to especially if your Japanese is not near perfect.
How to make friends in Japan: "Ah, Hello! I like your boshi boshi jnbO. Boshi ga suki. This is raibu, namahousou.Twitch, Twitchy... It's like American Nico-Nico. Maybe ni-sen miteru. I am America-Famas UTUBA. Mite mite commento! Say hello everybody. See? "Girl's name"x2. I AM NOT GAY "
Can we get real foreigners on here who can actually give you advice on how to go about certain things. Not someone who has an advantage by having relatives there.
I have met several Japanese people who tell me particular things about their compatriots without explaining themselves any further! I've had enough of these mysteries! I have several questions about these people, based on my encounters with them! please, I want someone reasonable to answer my questions, to explain things to me until the end without omitting the details, without bad faith! I would like someone to interpret what they answered me!
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Do you guys have any advice on how to make friends in Japan? 😜
It's a lot harder if you don't live in Tokyo or another major city... I'm in Toyohashi. :P I actually met friends through my husband, who is Brazilian. A lot of people only look for Japanese friends, or people from their own countries, but finding another cultural group who is open and accepting is also a good way to meet people. My Portuguese is terrible, but everyone is super friendly, fun, and they throw a killer barbeque! :)
I made friends through work. There were many other students my age doing "Baito". I went back to Germany but we still keep contact and they even visited me last month. ^^
Ken narville damn homie. How you really feel?
@Kemm Miarvil alright i wouldn't want to have you as a friend thats for sure. So negative and close minded. damn racist fuck xD
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“Nice Boshi”
BOSHI SUKI
boshi boshi
i like your boshi JnbO
What does "boshi" and "boshi boshi" mean?
Jake def getting more comfy at TC and letting his personality out. Also Jake is gay.
As somebody who wants to visit and possibly live/work in Japan for a bit, this is really informative. Especially for somebody who is a tad socially awkward. I take as much advise and help as I can get.
For me, it was just getting myself out there and once I made friends with some people, they wanted to introduce me to more people and it grew from there!
Was in Japan for two weeks recently and made three Japanese friends by attending a Meetup (App) language exchange. 🤗 highly recommend. was invited to a friends drink night, and a dinner by those I met. Super kind and respectful people who are keen to make friends and practice English with you.
What app lol
JoshuaBNHS “Meetup” lol
Find a Natsuki
lol if only everyone were so lucky 😂
As Jake said, meet the homies (honey babies) in the street.
Every country I've been to I've found the pub is a good place to make friends.
Jake: "What are they like?"
*Looks for confirmation that he's being a good boy*
Jake killing it in a Kirkland white tee. EZ clap.
Thanks for this vid, I was really wondering how I would make friends in Japan :)
finally jaku learned how to speak like a normal human on youtube
also do more stuff with jake in the tokyo creative channel!
jake you are the best
My favourite combination of guests right here.
Finding local community centres and finding out what groups/hobbies are available to get into can be good. I took up Jpns. sign language.
I do think getting to know people is a different experience in country towns and big cities.
Churches are another way to get to know people. Just make sure you find a real church and not a cult. (of course you have to be aware of that last bit w/ Jpns. religions too).
Finding volunteer opportunities can also be a good chance to get to know people.
Being friendly does help.
Also, don't be afraid to ask for directions to places. You never know whom you'll get to know as a result.
I feel like it's an issue where if you are a foreigner but you look east Asian, Japanese people won't take interest in you but obviously if you're like white and blonde and you're saying hi to people, people interact with you and treat you well but they'll also just see you as a novelty and never see you as part of their in group or whatever. It's rough.
it is required to wear white?
OILY FACE of "Just Chatting," Shizuoka and Miss Kyoto
I was straining to hear the voice actor. Maybe his mic volume was too low
I thought the same thing.
He was trying to be smooth, probably hoping to get a shot with Shizuka.
I’m still building a friend network but I was grateful to a friend I made online years ago because she helped me make some connections outside of my school life in Tokyo which is nice. It’s nice to have friends from different sectors in my life. I still haven’t quite gotten around to making many Japanese friends, but I think it’s because I’m nervous about the language barrier because my conversational Japanese is not very good.
I want to be friends with Shizuka 😭😭😭
Why does Jake look like a princess in this video?
The last Tokyo Creative Offline Event was over one year ago. Are there any other Offline Events coming soon?
19:01 When I moved went to university a local friend told me it was hard for them because they had to make new friends every 4 years.
Oooh who chose the music, baby it’s smoooooooth~~~~
Jake is such a great addition to the tea time team 👌🏻
hey i would love it if you guys would have a coffee talk about like music performances your crew has been too in japan and how there different from concerts in other parts of the world.
The elephant in the room is that Japan is a lonely place in general. Japanese people are hard to talk to especially if your Japanese is not near perfect.
Pewds is trying really hard to stay in japan lately. Would be interesting if he made an appearance. no clue what you'd talk about tho.
Probably me on Tokyo streets with my terrible Japanese:
こんにちは。あなたは友達ですか？
how to be ignored haha
Is there a way to apply for work at Tokyo Creative?
Miss Kyoto PogU
Yes to the tinder story, haha! xD Here for the tea ~
shizuka-san didnt get the memo that cream had changed to white :P
ニースボシ
So Jake goes out and says Hi to everyone, but do they just think he's saying yes?
How to make friends in Japan:
"Ah, Hello! I like your boshi boshi jnbO. Boshi ga suki. This is raibu, namahousou.Twitch, Twitchy... It's like American Nico-Nico. Maybe ni-sen miteru. I am America-Famas UTUBA. Mite mite commento! Say hello everybody. See? "Girl's name"x2. I AM NOT GAY "
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Oh my god this video has come out at the exact right time ! Just moved to Tokyo for 3 months, it's my bday and I have zero friends. Thank you !
happy bday!
AV... looks at Jake.
OMG,this video was recorded the same day as the one about seasons. Open both and look, it exactly the same.
how do i make friends with foreigners ?
"Snaku" is a new thing. I'll try that
Shizuka I just saw you at the bar in Kobe Merika hotel! I was too nervous to talk to you!
Get Jake back on TC Talk!
Would a good example of a mama-san be Otose from Gintama?
when shizuka squints her eyes when she smiles it's hard to see her pupils.
Chris Hansen Fun fact: You actually can't see them at all! 😂😂
Can we get real foreigners on here who can actually give you advice on how to go about certain things. Not someone who has an advantage by having relatives there.
hey look it's jake
TINDER IN JAPAN LET’S GOOOOOOOO
👏TINDER👏REVIEW👏
I have met several Japanese people who tell me particular things about their compatriots without explaining themselves any further! I've had enough of these mysteries! I have several questions about these people, based on my encounters with them! please, I want someone reasonable to answer my questions, to explain things to me until the end without omitting the details, without bad faith! I would like someone to interpret what they answered me!
How you doin’ Juri.
Lmao what's sexpat Jake doing here.
Tinder ! Tinder ! Tinder ! Please ! 🤣
Yeeees Tinder in Japan
TINDER STORIES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TC honeybaby jakenbake
hi guys great program but your mothers must be pulling there hair why no coasters for your cups
Damn jake always looks kinda awkward in these videos lol. Much better on his stream lol
japanese don't make good friends thir friendship is different
None of them have Japanese friends probably all Westerners.
Juri is cute, but she bRuined her life