Because they looks great :) they're usually special commemorative manhole Covers for special areas. Also, a growing number of people are traveling to see these local covers and it is a nice attraction for locals and tourists. Local pride :)
Really enjoyed this one. Loved seeing the process of how they were made and it's cool that you were able to film the variety of manholes throughout your travels around Japan. Great topic and presentation!
As a person who has worked in a foundry making castings, and who has worked in the waste water industry, (now drinking water) this video was beautifully done! Watching you hold a manhole brought back memories when I dropped one on my foot. Thank goodness for steel toed boots.
We just got back from a two week trip around Japan and people thought we were crazy to have so many manhole cover photos in our collection. They are gorgeous! Thanks for a great video John!
They really are gorgeous! Glad there are more of us out there ;) I've loads of photos too. Thanks for watching Justin and happy to hear you had a nice trip in Japan! -john
Leopold I enjoy the 360° video. Esp when u r using a huge desktop screen, u can view the video in full screen which gives u a totally different experience, i can totally feel the vibe and the atmosphere of a busy street in japan without having to travel all the way there! It is an amazing experience!
I'll be taking questions about Japanese manhole covers and this video on an Instagram live stream in 30 minutes. instagram.com/onlyinjapantv or follow the #onlyinjapantv tag -John
Japan becomes increasingly fascinating the more I watch these videos. They have some therapeutic influence to me. Anytime I have a stressful or uneventful day, I just tune in to "Only in Japan" and the "Life where I'm from" videos and I feel like I have gone on a mini adventure. My goal now is to learn Japanese, travel to Japan, eat authentic Japanese food, visit attraction and events and meet a Japanese girl and perhaps live there for the remainder of my existence.......I've got to stop daydreaming in front of my computer at work, nothing gets done...gonna get in trouble....curse you therapeutic videos!!!.......LOL!!!
Let me just say that I found this channel by coincidence (probably because I like Japanese culture and had looked at related videos before) a few years ago. And I have to date not found a video you've made that hasn't been entertaining in some way, shape or form. Of course there are some I like more than others, but even those I like the least, I still enjoy, while also knowing that someone else might find those as their favorites :) I just felt like I should leave you a message, since you have given me so much entertainment, education and insight for free for a long time. So thank you very much and know that I really, deeply appreciate the work you put into every upload. Andreas from Denmark
You certainly have fun! Many people wouldn't even care about manhole covers in a city but you give us the chance to pay attention to the details. I am a total fan of your videos. Greetings from Barcelona province in Spain. Keep on showing us the beauty of Japan.
This is one of my favourite episodes, I come back and rewatch it sometimes. If I lived in japan, or even just visited, I would be a manhole-er! It’s such a cool niche interest, I never ever thought man holes would pique my interest, but I’ve found that through a lot of your videos, I’ve learned to appreciate and love things I wouldn’t even think twice about. I adore that you’re shining light upon things like this, so keep up the great work, John, and thank you as always!
Ishii-san looks so incredibly joyful and happy when speaking about the variations between big cities and small suburban areas. I've never seen someone look so full of glee.
No matter how modern Japan is, it never forgets its culture. A manhole thing may be simple from the rest of the world but in Japan they are giving them a high value. The Japanese people really know how to make simple things at its BEST! I really love your channel John! Very informative! Hope to see more from your channel and wish to feature Anime! 🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
I've noticed a move to more official street art where I live in the last five years or so. We haven't got to making pretty manholes, but little power boxes on street edges are painted to different themes by various artists, and public spaces are being developed with art and nature integrated. As the world gets busier and life gets ever more stressful, there's something to be said for making our everyday surrounds pleasing to the eye. Little joys make life worth living.
Miss Communication Oh yes! My city has also started painting their power boxes as well, along with a bunch of trash containers. What's so great about them is that ever since they've been painted, they've received a lot less tagging. Guess people really like them a lot!
REALLY? John, like I needed something else to obsess about when I eventually go to Japan. Also, now I'm searching for manhole cover card's to import. Keep up the great videos John, really appreciate your hard work put into these.
I just love how the Japanese take anything that's ordinary to most folks and transform it in a profound way that has meaning. Take joy in the little things! :)
Came here immediately from the Only in Japan Instagram page! I'm always so excited when you upload. I can't get enough of your channel; your content and personality are just so captivating and uplifting. Every day you upload is a good day. Keep doing what you're doing and making great content!
I just came from the Only in Japan Instagram post. Thank you so much for another informative and enjoyable video! These manhole designs are fascinating!
Such a nice guy with a real sense of adventure in his retirement. Best thing about meeting him was feeling the passion he had for these covers. Rare indeed. -john
wow, it takes a lot of time to make this video. taking picture of so many manholes throughout Japan.. I really appreciate your dedication to your video qualities, and that's why I love ONLY in JAPAN for sure :)
This was one of our favorite surprises when we visited Japan. At first we were just impressed that the manhole covers were decorative. It took visiting a few different cities for us to realize different areas had their own design.
that is really nice. this whole manhole "phenomenom" in japan is really good for people who work around manholes. it gives them not only something pretty to look at when they go down there, but something to be interested in. it is not just the "disgusting" job other countries have.
Nice to see a country really appreciate and even re-create such as a manhole while in my country nobody even cares about those, or anything! Love your videos!!!
This is awesome. Such a creative way of making people aware of something so simple as a manhole. I totally want to collect those cards now haha. Great video! Btw, I came from the Only In Japan Instagram :) Cheers from Venezuela!
Gabriela Hiroko Silva thank you Gabriela!! So glad to hear from you here :) I know!! I have to stop by more often to get more cards! I have a small stack after traveling around from this trip. Haha!! Appreciate you taking the time to write me. ⛩ John
I'm so glad that I'm not alone in my love of Japan's manholes! I'm actually getting a modified Tokyo sakura manhole cover as a tattoo--I love it so much!
Thanks for your great channel. I enjoy watching all episodes. At my stay last year I was impressed in this Manhole Art. I was totally crazy in finding always new ones. Thanks for reminding me and I will enjoy my little collection of this photos again. I look forward to learn more about Japan on your channel. Thanks
this episode is the the best one so far I like.. very meaningful and full of Japanese culture.. Great job.. Hoping to see more, revealing regular Japanese life than tourist route.
This was really interesting! I never knew japan had this at all. Its totally like a trading card game. very cool stuff John. You deserve so many more subs for your work!
Extremely impressed by this video. Surprised that something that I didn't think would be that interesting ended up being one of my favorite videos of yours. Also I laughed out loud at "drainspotting" tag. -Tyler
Wow, artistic manholes! Japan always amazes me. Hope to visit Japan sometime, it's so different and interesting. Greetings from Colombia to John and to all Japan followers!
Always so excited when I see a new video! If I ever make it over to Japan, I hope I could meet up with you for a drink, cause you sure deserve at least that as a token of appreciation for all your awesome teaching. Thank you and keep up the great work!
I loved this video! I noticed the manhole cover art last September when I was in Japan. The next time I go I will definitely keep a look out for more :). Thank you for a great video! Keep up the fantastic work.
Wellington Fukudome THANK YOU!! I was so tired yesterday. Had to fact check a lot more and finished at 6am this morning. Will be doing another Instagram live feed soon :) -John
"And something that is truly - ONLY in Japan", this gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and brought tears to my eyes, I don't know why. It really sounded like the conclusion of this series.
Beautifully done! Such a unique topic and very interesting to watch! I live in Osaka and will need to keep my eyes out next time to see the Osaka castle!
I really love Japan! These manhole covers are really works of art. And seeing how they're made makes me want to go back and explore Japan even more. :)
Thanks Rodi! Really liked your Toyohashi video! I used to live there in 2002 and in Okazaki nearby in 1998. Brought back memories seeing the area. -john
I def noticed some beautiful manhole designs when I visited Tokyo, and took a couple pictures myself! I didn't know if it was just around the touristy areas then, but now I know these beautifully designed manhole covers are all around Japan! :)
OMG!!! I loved ❤️this episode! When we traveled to Japan (Tokyo) in 2014 I noticed the covers and took pictures of the different ones and my family thought I was crazy 😜 I took more pictures in 2018 when we traveled to the Kansai (I have the Osaka castle one that’s on this episode) area! Now I want to go back to Japan and get those cards, and take more pictures! Mahalo!❤️🤙🏼😁
ONLY in JAPAN oh thank you for answering ! It is tru, the one in Nara is very nice !! I love your content and traveled to Japan bc of your videos, real talk. Planning on going again soon !
Because they looks great :) they're usually special commemorative manhole Covers for special areas. Also, a growing number of people are traveling to see these local covers and it is a nice attraction for locals and tourists. Local pride :)
Really enjoyed this one. Loved seeing the process of how they were made and it's cool that you were able to film the variety of manholes throughout your travels around Japan. Great topic and presentation!
Life Where I'm From just don’t want to be called a manholer ; )
instablaster...
As a person who has worked in a foundry making castings, and who has worked in the waste water industry, (now drinking water) this video was beautifully done! Watching you hold a manhole brought back memories when I dropped one on my foot. Thank goodness for steel toed boots.
XD fond memories
yes! I love when I get a notification that ONLY IN JAPAN released a new video :D
Except for when you don't get one! Get it together, RUclips!
We just got back from a two week trip around Japan and people thought we were crazy to have so many manhole cover photos in our collection. They are gorgeous! Thanks for a great video John!
They really are gorgeous! Glad there are more of us out there ;) I've loads of photos too. Thanks for watching Justin and happy to hear you had a nice trip in Japan! -john
@@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN Welcome. Would you like to exchange with me for those from Poland? Regards. Slawek.
I made your visited places a checklist when i was in Japan earlier this mth. Loving it!
fats106 wow!! Which did you like the best? -John
Mine is the one covering the Kanamara Festival and the bath house!
I always like your videos before watching them ! love
Why not, I've never seen one I didn't enjoy.
lol i just did thAT and then read your comment
Leopold I enjoy the 360° video. Esp when u r using a huge desktop screen, u can view the video in full screen which gives u a totally different experience, i can totally feel the vibe and the atmosphere of a busy street in japan without having to travel all the way there! It is an amazing experience!
Single Mother me too. I liked his video before watching.
I don´t do that because a video only deserves a like if its good and worthy.
I'll be taking questions about Japanese manhole covers and this video on an Instagram live stream in 30 minutes. instagram.com/onlyinjapantv or follow the #onlyinjapantv tag -John
Are the cards and book in America?
Japan becomes increasingly fascinating the more I watch these videos. They have some therapeutic influence to me. Anytime I have a stressful or uneventful day, I just tune in to "Only in Japan" and the "Life where I'm from" videos and I feel like I have gone on a mini adventure.
My goal now is to learn Japanese, travel to Japan, eat authentic Japanese food, visit attraction and events and meet a Japanese girl and perhaps live there for the remainder of my existence.......I've got to stop daydreaming in front of my computer at work, nothing gets done...gonna get in trouble....curse you therapeutic videos!!!.......LOL!!!
It was like watching a clip of "How It's Made". You should make more like this.
Also, a big thank you to the factory for letting us inside.
That was best Discovery show ever!
Let me just say that I found this channel by coincidence (probably because I like Japanese culture and had looked at related videos before) a few years ago. And I have to date not found a video you've made that hasn't been entertaining in some way, shape or form. Of course there are some I like more than others, but even those I like the least, I still enjoy, while also knowing that someone else might find those as their favorites :)
I just felt like I should leave you a message, since you have given me so much entertainment, education and insight for free for a long time. So thank you very much and know that I really, deeply appreciate the work you put into every upload.
Andreas from Denmark
Everything is so beautiful in japan, even manhole covers lol
You certainly have fun! Many people wouldn't even care about manhole covers in a city but you give us the chance to pay attention to the details. I am a total fan of your videos. Greetings from Barcelona province in Spain. Keep on showing us the beauty of Japan.
My favorite cover is the one in Nara featuring the Nara Deer! The painted ones are so beautiful!!
This is one of my favourite episodes, I come back and rewatch it sometimes. If I lived in japan, or even just visited, I would be a manhole-er! It’s such a cool niche interest, I never ever thought man holes would pique my interest, but I’ve found that through a lot of your videos, I’ve learned to appreciate and love things I wouldn’t even think twice about. I adore that you’re shining light upon things like this, so keep up the great work, John, and thank you as always!
Ishii-san looks so incredibly joyful and happy when speaking about the variations between big cities and small suburban areas. I've never seen someone look so full of glee.
One of the Coolest Only in Japan Videos , thanks for the effort. Keep them coming brother.
Japan has a great habit of making nice things - and keep them nice.
No matter how modern Japan is, it never forgets its culture. A manhole thing may be simple from the rest of the world but in Japan they are giving them a high value.
The Japanese people really know how to make simple things at its BEST!
I really love your channel John!
Very informative! Hope to see more from your channel and wish to feature Anime!
🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
I've noticed a move to more official street art where I live in the last five years or so. We haven't got to making pretty manholes, but little power boxes on street edges are painted to different themes by various artists, and public spaces are being developed with art and nature integrated. As the world gets busier and life gets ever more stressful, there's something to be said for making our everyday surrounds pleasing to the eye. Little joys make life worth living.
Miss Communication absolutely agree!! -John
Miss Communication Oh yes! My city has also started painting their power boxes as well, along with a bunch of trash containers. What's so great about them is that ever since they've been painted, they've received a lot less tagging. Guess people really like them a lot!
REALLY? John, like I needed something else to obsess about when I eventually go to Japan. Also, now I'm searching for manhole cover card's to import. Keep up the great videos John, really appreciate your hard work put into these.
I just love how the Japanese take anything that's ordinary to most folks and transform it in a profound way that has meaning. Take joy in the little things! :)
Came here immediately from the Only in Japan Instagram page! I'm always so excited when you upload. I can't get enough of your channel; your content and personality are just so captivating and uplifting. Every day you upload is a good day. Keep doing what you're doing and making great content!
Hi Ross!! THANK YOU for coming from Instagram and commenting here :) I'm already working on the next video (while eating lunch) GO go Go! -john
I absolutely love Japan how every single city is connected with a train and it's soooo easy to get to almost anyplace in Japan!
Another great video John! I'm very grateful for the time and effort you put into these because they're a blast to watch and always very informational
I just came from the Only in Japan Instagram post. Thank you so much for another informative and enjoyable video! These manhole designs are fascinating!
Hi Daniel!! You're very welcome and so happy you stopped by to write here :) -john
Ishii has an extremely rare ability to both frown and smile at the SAME TIME. 6:00
Incredible.
Such a nice guy with a real sense of adventure in his retirement. Best thing about meeting him was feeling the passion he had for these covers. Rare indeed. -john
Happy eyes burning with passion detected. Also funny though 😝
Your videos keep improving in quality. Each one goes a little further. Color me impressed and jealous of your lifestyle. Keep it up John!
wow, it takes a lot of time to make this video. taking picture of so many manholes throughout Japan..
I really appreciate your dedication to your video qualities, and that's why I love ONLY in JAPAN for sure :)
Muhammad Nurul Fajri it was a long road but I'll glad I took it :) and I'm glad you liked this episode! Thank you! -John
Love the videos! Keep up the good work and your show should be on TV! it's unique and interesting! 😃
This was a legit "how it's made" episode...but so much better!!! Great info and details about these incredible manhole covers
This is an awesome idea, I'm not at all surprised there's even a Manhole spotting group, Kudos to Japan.
This was one of our favorite surprises when we visited Japan. At first we were just impressed that the manhole covers were decorative. It took visiting a few different cities for us to realize different areas had their own design.
So good! More and more Japan keeps me amazed! Good job, by the way!
Another spectacular video! Your passion for Japanese culture really stands out in one, John. :D
Watching this while lying down on a breeze rainy morning with the intro sound makes me so relaxing.
that is really nice. this whole manhole "phenomenom" in japan is really good for people who work around manholes. it gives them not only something pretty to look at when they go down there, but something to be interested in. it is not just the "disgusting" job other countries have.
Classic Only in Japan... This reminded me of when I watched the first videos! :D
Nice to see a country really appreciate and even re-create such as a manhole while in my country nobody even cares about those, or anything! Love your videos!!!
This is awesome. Such a creative way of making people aware of something so simple as a manhole. I totally want to collect those cards now haha. Great video! Btw, I came from the Only In Japan Instagram :) Cheers from Venezuela!
Gabriela Hiroko Silva thank you Gabriela!! So glad to hear from you here :) I know!! I have to stop by more often to get more cards! I have a small stack after traveling around from this trip. Haha!! Appreciate you taking the time to write me. ⛩ John
I'm so glad that I'm not alone in my love of Japan's manholes! I'm actually getting a modified Tokyo sakura manhole cover as a tattoo--I love it so much!
Awesome show, just binges watching your show, cannot wait for your next project, matane
Great episode. Love watching your videos, Thank You for bringing these to us.
We watch your videos as a family when the come out. I really enjoy all your efforts in your videos. Really fun to watch.
Of all your videos. I love this one the most. Japanese love and care into their craft in something special.
Thanks for your great channel. I enjoy watching all episodes.
At my stay last year I was impressed in this Manhole Art. I was totally crazy in finding always new ones.
Thanks for reminding me and I will enjoy my little collection of this photos again.
I look forward to learn more about Japan on your channel. Thanks
Beautiful and informative! Another item to add to my Japan travel bucket list!
I enjoyed how you put this video together from doing stops at a lot of your former locations. Very well played.
this episode is the the best one so far I like.. very meaningful and full of Japanese culture.. Great job..
Hoping to see more, revealing regular Japanese life than tourist route.
This was really interesting! I never knew japan had this at all. Its totally like a trading card game. very cool stuff John. You deserve so many more subs for your work!
I love this show so glad that I stumble this show . Japan is on my bucket list.
Who-hoo! Yea, another Only in Japan!
Extremely impressed by this video. Surprised that something that I didn't think would be that interesting ended up being one of my favorite videos of yours. Also I laughed out loud at "drainspotting" tag.
-Tyler
These videos are always worth the wait.
Wow, artistic manholes! Japan always amazes me. Hope to visit Japan sometime, it's so different and interesting. Greetings from Colombia to John and to all Japan followers!
liz masang hello from Tokyo and thank you!! ⛩ John
Thank you for another awesome and informative episode of "ONLY in JAPAN"!!!
Cool, I didn't know this was a thing! Learn something new every day :)
Great video!!! so beautiful and crazy thanks john for other nice japan experience.
you sir deserves waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay more subscribers than this. spot on video editing, brilliant presentation!!! a 5 star youtube channel
one of the best of your video, John!
Always so excited when I see a new video! If I ever make it over to Japan, I hope I could meet up with you for a drink, cause you sure deserve at least that as a token of appreciation for all your awesome teaching. Thank you and keep up the great work!
Another awesome video. This channel never disappoints!
I remembered it from the last time I visited. Although I never imagined it to be like art throughout the country. Japan 最高！！！
love your channel, your videos are amazing. Learned so many new things from this video, I can't wait to see the next one.
I loved this video! I noticed the manhole cover art last September when I was in Japan. The next time I go I will definitely keep a look out for more :). Thank you for a great video! Keep up the fantastic work.
Another awesome vlog. Very interesting and very beautiful.
I watched your live on Instagram.
I'm glad you finally finished editing
I love your videos, keep doing that great job !!
From a Brazilian fan!!
Wellington Fukudome THANK YOU!! I was so tired yesterday. Had to fact check a lot more and finished at 6am this morning. Will be doing another Instagram live feed soon :) -John
ONLY in JAPAN I'll be waiting for the next live and next video !! ☺
You have Instagram? Welp, never noticed. I'm going to follow you right now.
You spend so much work and time in your vodeos its incredible! I love your vodeos!
I am soo glad this video is finally up,, I have been waiting ,, lol yay love the videos you post.
You managed to make a prosaic topic interesting, thanks John!
You make great vids. Always informative and educational. Love this one too.
I love it when places make special efforts like this. It shows pride in their town, adds to the local culture and is always a fun sight to see. :3
"And something that is truly - ONLY in Japan", this gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and brought tears to my eyes, I don't know why. It really sounded like the conclusion of this series.
TheNoisyBoyz Please don't say that. I don't this Channel to ever die
only in Japan is now one of my favorite channels beautiful people, culture,art,and history really want to go there someday
really great episode. thank you for the good stuff. awesome work
Excellent video, you are getting better and better.
Nice man, looking forward to the next episode!
So educational! Great video as always John :)
Wow, I never though that a city needed that quantity of manholes so frequently and they are so pretty as well, awesome video :))
I found this alot more interesting than I had assumed. good work!
Beautifully done! Such a unique topic and very interesting to watch!
I live in Osaka and will need to keep my eyes out next time to see the Osaka castle!
John back at it again with them awesome high quality videos
I really love Japan! These manhole covers are really works of art. And seeing how they're made makes me want to go back and explore Japan even more. :)
Amazing and informative as always!! Thanks for sharing... =)
John, your videos are addictive and your country amazing! Love from India 🇮🇳
Great work John! I'm so impressed by your productions.
another great video john :) keep up the good work.
Thanks Rodi! Really liked your Toyohashi video! I used to live there in 2002 and in Okazaki nearby in 1998. Brought back memories seeing the area. -john
Fabulous video! Thank you, John!
I def noticed some beautiful manhole designs when I visited Tokyo, and took a couple pictures myself! I didn't know if it was just around the touristy areas then, but now I know these beautifully designed manhole covers are all around Japan! :)
Love all of your video .They are amazing 💙💙💙
OMG!!! I loved ❤️this episode! When we traveled to Japan (Tokyo) in 2014 I noticed the covers and took pictures of the different ones and my family thought I was crazy 😜 I took more pictures in 2018 when we traveled to the Kansai (I have the Osaka castle one that’s on this episode) area! Now I want to go back to Japan and get those cards, and take more pictures! Mahalo!❤️🤙🏼😁
It's amazing you had the foresight to record the covers when doing other videos as well
Gilbert Quintanar I planned this episode a year ago. I try to film extra stuff for episodes I can put together like this. Big projects :) -John
I dont care what this episodes about I'm just happy theres a new one!
Today I learned a very interesting new thing, even the art manhole covers are in Japan. Thanks John this video is awesome.
really like your channel. Japan looks like a fascinating country.
How do you only have 400,000 subscribers this is high quality content!
awesome video as always! love your dedication, keep up the good work! can't wait to watch the upcoming videos 😍
Only in Japan channel always the best 👍
Great 👍 video
Really Japan 🇯🇵 is best
This is one of the greatest things I noticed when in Japan! The one in Nara was beautiful! I love Japan so much.
lucas Avila I missed the Nara one! Would have loved to add that one in. I was there a few weeks ago. -John
ONLY in JAPAN oh thank you for answering ! It is tru, the one in Nara is very nice !! I love your content and traveled to Japan bc of your videos, real talk. Planning on going again soon !