I am Japanese living in USA. Lost a job in pandemic but studied and pursued my dream of becoming a Certified Personal trainer at the age of 58.(just a few weeks ago) As your grand ma said I did not give up easily. Now follow your advise (from other video)I should start training people on line and hopefully help those who physically inactive and un healthy. Thank you.
Your mom and grandma must be very proud of you. The family love you have is truly special and heartwarming. What a great story you have. Thank you for sharing.
I'm from Wisconsin and growing up we always had to remove our shoes before we entered our house. Most of my siblings and I including my mom still do this
I totally agree with you that talent is overrated. In the West when we speak about Wolfang Amadeus Mozart, we usually speak about his incredible talent. Nobody or almost nobody talks about the years of hard training his father imposed on him.
Not to mention that both his father and older sister were both talented musicians in their own rights. So he was born into an accomplished musical family. Thus, environment also plays a role.
I want to live in Japan someday. Been there twice and could never get enough. The country, the people, the lifestyle, the food, the culture... everything is just so fascinating.
Love it…I was stationed on Okinawa in 85 and 87 (both tours on Camp foster) 2001 on Camp Hansen…my best memories are from Okinawa…thanks for the flashback and this video ❤️❤️❤️
My Mom is Okinawan and grew up during WW2 so I turned up being frugal from her great examples. My siblings and I learned how to repair things around the house by ourselves so there's less dependency on paid services. I feel so lucky to have her as my mentor bc she is one of the smartest and most practical people I have ever encountered in my life. I am happily married in the States now and financially comfortable partly bc of the wisdom she instilled in me. I can totally relate to your suggestions but I guess it's also the Okinawan pride. Thanks for the videos you make as it has made investing my SS pension more fun.
Hi, Erika, I'm from Japan and I can relate to many points you made. I've never dissected my Japanese nature like that, but it makes sense. I'm so excited to connect with you! Subbed.🙌❣
I'm an awe of this young lady. She impresses me every time beyond words. I absolutely love all her videos, and love how she wants to share her knowledge with everyone! Keep up the good work Erika! Keep staying beautiful inside and out! 😉👍
I love these lessons Erika! I love the emphasis on respecting what you own and buying quality over quantity of items. Your lessons on effort over talent are important for a growth mindset as well.
Love your mom’s teachings and admire your grandmother 👏👏👏👏. Thank you for sharing your Japanese culture 😊you have a beautiful way to teach us about it, very entertaining. I subscribed to your channel.
The kittens!!!!!!!!! You're the greatest. My partner is a lifelong martial artist, with a blackbelt in Okinawan Shuri Ru Karate and has instilled in me a deep appreciation for the culture... I'm currently looking up what it would take to move there because of this video, haha! Thank you!
I was stationed in Okinawa as well, and t was a beautiful Island. My only regret is that I was only 19 years old, and did not truly appreciate it's history the way I should have.
I am a Filipino and my family instill the same life values like yours. The importance of education and the same exact words you said that it is the only wealth that nobody could take it away from you. Not sure if most Filipinos do but in our family we have the same life values as you do. Thank you for sharing your videos, I’m your new subscriber. ❤️
I am Filipino American who lives in the USA for quite awhile now and always fascinated with Japanese culture. I love everything about Japan especially the people! Most of them are well mannered. Wish to visit it again … nice video Erika !
I love hearing how money isn't talked about so much in Japan. People often place their self values on what type of job they have. When I meet someone I'm more interested in their hobbies than their careers.
Such an inspiring tube. One of these routines I already practice ( in a different way). I walk to the grocery store with my shopping cart from home weekly and put my groceries in my small cart before taking it to the cashier. Then I walk home with it and empty it. I generally bypass the center aisles except for needed items that I have on my list. Tip: shop the perimeter of the store ( produce and perishable items are there; processed food is in the center aisles)
Great video! My mom thought education was important too. Also, she taught us Christian values, taking care of what you have and the importance of family.
thank you for this valuable information, I will apply some of these golden advice into my daily life so I could live a healthy life style till 100 or maybe 120yrs will be nice.
Thanks, respectfully, I do feel that there are still many Americans who have good habits; however, you did give me some really good tips that I didn’t know. I particularly loved that sweet potato🍠 to replaces rice. Cheers.
You are such a great inspiration. I have shared your videos and reference to my 20-year old daughter who is studying business. She told me you are the best RUclipsr in the financial education field! … Btw, she attended your live seminar on copyright/legal protection for e-business
@@Erika2 yes it is Erika! My grandfather is also Japanese. morita is my real last name. Til my grandmother remarried and changed my dads last name. Love your videos Erika.
I love your content. It’s important and user friendly. I love leaning about the culture in Japan and helps me to reflect upon my own culture(s)’and how they impacts my way of living and being
Hello Erika, another great video; you sound so happy and proud of your culture; I just love that. Keep it up. I have always loved Japanese culture...! looking forward to watching your new video. Take good care
This video is great on so many levels! You’ve added so much more info than I expected and all I can relate to. Especially about Japanese history, culture and way of life plus your personal family history and background which added so much depth, character and interest. Importantly you explain things in a way that is so pleasing to listen to. Thank you for sharing.
My daughter and I use to take many a walk on the beaches... well, as much as we could. I miss Okinawa as much as I miss the Philippines (though the PI tended to have a more hostile environment). I likewise see myself never retiring... as I tell everyone who asks, I will retire only one time. To this day I subscribe to what you spoke of about keeping food in my residence... as in only what I may need for a day or two... which makes for a smaller refrigerator/freezer and lower energy consumption. Yes, I'm frugal to a fault.
this is a great video, Erika. I used to work for a Japanese company (熊谷組) fresh out of college and a lot stuff I learned during that time (that had deep root in Japanese culture) I still apply to my daily life and appreciate every day. Love this kind of videos. Please keep making them.
Honestly i watch just to see her beauty but that is not saying im not learning at the same time as i pay close attention to her. Awesome and keep up the great wisdom.
OMG those kitttens!! I love. Also, a lot of these points are in the book Ikigai. It's a short but interesting read. I loved the video Erika! Thanks for the refresher!
Please make videos on what you learned in law school :). I think it is beneficial because nowadays, employers in the U.S. exploit the ignorance of their employees that are unfamiliar with the laws of America. Thank you! I love your videos. You inspire me.
I am Japanese living in USA. Lost a job in pandemic but studied and pursued my dream of becoming a Certified Personal trainer at the age of 58.(just a few weeks ago) As your grand ma said I did not give up easily. Now follow your advise (from other video)I should start training people on line and hopefully help those who physically inactive and un healthy. Thank you.
"Hard work over talent". This is really inspiring. Thank you Erika!
I'm so happy that you made your grandfather proud and happy ❤️
Your mom and grandma must be very proud of you. The family love you have is truly special and heartwarming. What a great story you have. Thank you for sharing.
I loved the culture of removing shoes and treating everything with respect
I am in the US and this was a must in my parents household. Rarely did we or do they walk around with shoes
I'm from Wisconsin and growing up we always had to remove our shoes before we entered our house. Most of my siblings and I including my mom still do this
I totally agree with you that talent is overrated. In the West when we speak about Wolfang Amadeus Mozart, we usually speak about his incredible talent. Nobody or almost nobody talks about the years of hard training his father imposed on him.
Genius and talent!
That's why I admire Beethoven more than Mozart; Michelangelo over Raphael, Edison over Steve Jobs. Diligence wins over talent.
Not to mention that both his father and older sister were both talented musicians in their own rights. So he was born into an accomplished musical family. Thus, environment also plays a role.
I want to live in Japan someday. Been there twice and could never get enough. The country, the people, the lifestyle, the food, the culture... everything is just so fascinating.
is china the same too?
You video made me cry from pride and I don’t even know you! When you speak about your mom and grandpa 💕 I just imagine how they feel.
I am half Okinawan and Irish. I grew up in San Diego. Enjoy your videos!
Your grandmother and mother are smart women. Hats off to them both for teaching you the important things in life.
I love "three years on a stone", I wrote it on a post-it note and put it above my desk.
I agree - education is vitally important especially with everything in the modern world changing so rapidly.
Reminds me of my Grandmother who recently passed. She made sure she instilled the culture in us all. Thanks for that.
Love it…I was stationed on Okinawa in 85 and 87 (both tours on Camp foster) 2001 on Camp Hansen…my best memories are from Okinawa…thanks for the flashback and this video ❤️❤️❤️
My Mom is Okinawan and grew up during WW2 so I turned up being frugal from her great examples. My siblings and I learned how to repair things around the house by ourselves so there's less dependency on paid services. I feel so lucky to have her as my mentor bc she is one of the smartest and most practical people I have ever encountered in my life.
I am happily married in the States now and financially comfortable partly bc of the wisdom she instilled in me. I can totally relate to your suggestions but I guess it's also the Okinawan pride. Thanks for the videos you make as it has made investing my SS pension more fun.
Aww! When she casually pulled out two kittens at the end. They are both so cute❤.
Ty for sharing us the Japanese culture, I always find the culture to be interesting.
I’m half Japanese (my ojichans where from Okinawa too!) & Peruvian living in the US ❤ I love your content!
Hi, Erika, I'm from Japan and I can relate to many points you made. I've never dissected my Japanese nature like that, but it makes sense. I'm so excited to connect with you! Subbed.🙌❣
I've only watched for two minutes and I already clicked Like. Wonderful culture teachings. She knows who Goku is? We need to protect this woman.
This video has blown my mind, especially about the comparison of American grocery stores & Japanese grocery stores. Thank you for these great tips!
Education is of high importance! Can't agree more!
I'm an awe of this young lady. She impresses me every time beyond words. I absolutely love all her videos, and love how she wants to share her knowledge with everyone! Keep up the good work Erika! Keep staying beautiful inside and out! 😉👍
I'm also an attorney 💞💞It's good to know youtube creator who is also in the legal field. You are such an inspiration to me😇😇
I love these lessons Erika! I love the emphasis on respecting what you own and buying quality over quantity of items. Your lessons on effort over talent are important for a growth mindset as well.
Love your mom’s teachings and admire your grandmother 👏👏👏👏.
Thank you for sharing your Japanese culture 😊you have a beautiful way to teach us about it, very entertaining.
I subscribed to your channel.
The kittens!!!!!!!!! You're the greatest. My partner is a lifelong martial artist, with a blackbelt in Okinawan Shuri Ru Karate and has instilled in me a deep appreciation for the culture... I'm currently looking up what it would take to move there because of this video, haha! Thank you!
I was stationed in Okinawa as well, and t was a beautiful Island. My only regret is that I was only 19 years old, and did not truly appreciate it's history the way I should have.
I am a Filipino and my family instill the same life values like yours. The importance of education and the same exact words you said that it is the only wealth that nobody could take it away from you. Not sure if most Filipinos do but in our family we have the same life values as you do. Thank you for sharing your videos, I’m your new subscriber. ❤️
I am Filipino American who lives in the USA for quite awhile now and always fascinated with Japanese culture. I love everything about Japan especially the people! Most of them are well mannered. Wish to visit it again … nice video Erika !
I've only been to Japan two times, but I Love it! Thanks for sharing this as it brought back good memories. Japan is such a beautiful country.
Values bind families together.
My heart warmed when you mentioned your grantpa. Behind your success is the hard work of the last generations, and I see that you are grateful for it.
I didn’t know you were born in Japan! Love it there ⛩
That basket idea is cool
Inspiring video Erika!!!
I just want to keep listening to your sweet voice and keep learning from you. God Bless you
Thank you Erika! Greetings from Osaka!
excellent video- very very interesting-you should do more of these on Japanese culture. !!! :-)
Wow, I love the basket ideas from Japan! Thanks for sharing the different way Japanese particularly from Okinawa eat/shop
Simplicity is sophisticated.
I still have furniture from my college years, more than 30 years ago.
I love hearing how money isn't talked about so much in Japan. People often place their self values on what type of job they have. When I meet someone I'm more interested in their hobbies than their careers.
👍👍
Such an inspiring tube. One of these routines I already practice ( in a different way). I walk to the grocery store with my shopping cart from home weekly and put my groceries in my small cart before taking it to the cashier. Then I walk home with it and empty it. I generally bypass the center aisles except for needed items that I have on my list. Tip: shop the perimeter of the store ( produce and perishable items are there; processed food is in the center aisles)
That basket idea for the supermarkets is awesome
This makes me want to visit Japan one day. Thank you for sharing 🙏
Love all the beautiful sceneries.
I food shop like this saves a lot of waste fresh foods don't go bad before you can eat them Great video ..
Thanks Erika for the information
Great video! Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
Thank you so much! I’ll definitely be watching this again!
Great video! My mom thought education was important too. Also, she taught us Christian values, taking care of what you have and the importance of family.
thank you for this valuable information, I will apply some of these golden advice into my daily life so I could live a healthy life style till 100 or maybe 120yrs will be nice.
loved the Goku analogy when refering to hard work !!!!
Props to your father from a fellow military veteran!
My goodness, you are stunning !! Love your positivity and insights !!
Great content. Thank you for sharing.
Great video thanks for sharing , hope you make more about Japan 🇯🇵 😊
Thank you so much about your summary about Superman and Dragon ball Z. Appreciate your channel.
Thanks Erika. Well appreciated.
Thank you so much for this video I really enjoyed it
This story meant so much to me ❤ Thank you for sharing!
You do look a lot more Japanese in the traditional wear. Gorgeous as well.
Erika, this video is soo good. I agree with all your advice in this video
Wow....❤ main lesson seems to be respect! Respect yourself, others, the planet and your belongings✨️
In Texas, the shopping carts are 20 feet wide.
Thanks for nice comment on JPN. well shopping cart is small since storage (refrigirator) is small, house is small, unlike state....
Love the grocery basket idea. I'm implementing that myself soon! Thanks!
Good stuff. My mom's oki. Lived there back in 2003 -2009. Miss my Goya chomparu ! 😀👍
Wow this is so informative. I was really impressed. Thank you
Outstanding Video! Thank You For Sharing.
Yes amazing video! One of the best videos I have ever watched ❤
Thanks, respectfully, I do feel that there are still many Americans who have good habits; however, you did give me some really good tips that I didn’t know. I particularly loved that sweet potato🍠 to replaces rice. Cheers.
Loved you did this video of your Japanese culture and values.
You are such a great inspiration. I have shared your videos and reference to my 20-year old daughter who is studying business. She told me you are the best RUclipsr in the financial education field! … Btw, she attended your live seminar on copyright/legal protection for e-business
My dad was military too Erika. I was born in Iwakuni, Japan.
@@Erika2 yes it is Erika! My grandfather is also Japanese. morita is my real last name. Til my grandmother remarried and changed my dads last name. Love your videos Erika.
Great video! It is clear your mom is very smart and open to greatness personally and professionally.
Wow, your so BEAUTIFUL in that traditional wear.
I think it's more of cultural.
you are amazing, so is your family.
I love Japan and love your Channel! I like the content that you offer!
Erikaさん、とってもタメになる動画をありがとうございます！応援しています😊
Great video. Love hearing about Japanese and Okinawa culture. Need to go home more often.
I love your content. It’s important and user friendly. I love leaning about the culture in Japan and helps me to reflect upon my own culture(s)’and how they impacts my way of living and being
Hello Erika, another great video; you sound so happy and proud of your culture; I just love that. Keep it up. I have always loved Japanese culture...! looking forward to watching your new video. Take good care
This video is great on so many levels! You’ve added so much more info than I expected and all I can relate to. Especially about Japanese history, culture and way of life plus your personal family history and background which added so much depth, character and interest. Importantly you explain things in a way that is so pleasing to listen to. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Erika
I appreciate your time
Blessings 👏
I love your Mom's story
My daughter and I use to take many a walk on the beaches... well, as much as we could. I miss Okinawa as much as I miss the Philippines (though the PI tended to have a more hostile environment). I likewise see myself never retiring... as I tell everyone who asks, I will retire only one time. To this day I subscribe to what you spoke of about keeping food in my residence... as in only what I may need for a day or two... which makes for a smaller refrigerator/freezer and lower energy consumption. Yes, I'm frugal to a fault.
this is a great video, Erika. I used to work for a Japanese company (熊谷組) fresh out of college and a lot stuff I learned during that time (that had deep root in Japanese culture) I still apply to my daily life and appreciate every day. Love this kind of videos. Please keep making them.
Great lessons thank you Erika. Love the kittens
Education is everything.
Honestly i watch just to see her beauty but that is not saying im not learning at the same time as i pay close attention to her. Awesome and keep up the great wisdom.
OMG those kitttens!! I love. Also, a lot of these points are in the book Ikigai. It's a short but interesting read. I loved the video Erika! Thanks for the refresher!
I love the shopping basket idea
Okinawa is my dream place...thank you for sharing so many amazing tips!!!
Please make videos on what you learned in law school :). I think it is beneficial because nowadays, employers in the U.S. exploit the ignorance of their employees that are unfamiliar with the laws of America. Thank you! I love your videos. You inspire me.
This was amazing information and your fur babies are soooo cute 😍 ❤
Excellent video! Agree with all of it and love your kittens!
Best video to date from you!
WOW! thank you!
omg ur grandma is amazing! love those photos u inserted!
Thank you for sharing! So much in Japanese culture that the US could learn from