This was a real treat! Seeing longer shots of Goto-san doing the thing he does best is so impressive. It would be easy to underestimate just HOW efficiently he's doing what he's doing.
Man all the sofubi enthusiasts should have a go fund me for him, it’s a expensive hobby so I’m sure we all got some to spare to help get his roof and workspace fixed 😢
@@yenshintoystechnically the reason they are so expensive is the molds, plastic and low numbers. Painting is the easiest and least expensive process by far. I’d chip in to help this guy though. He’s awesome!
Count me in. I'd chip in a little cash towards his roof. Living in a similar situation so I understand what it's like. He's elderly and needs the help of others.
Incredible this man, not only such an honour to have an exclusive colorway painting by him but to have visited him and painted it in person. Amazing this video is absolute gold bro
I did pay him handsomely. It's not something I would show on camera. Also, he deals with Real Head on a daily basis, whos sofubi sell for more money than any other maker.. if anyone has money to fix it, he does. But neither seem to mind.@@katielowen
Lol how do most say its wear a mask dont do me. I paint dolls half the time I forget my own mask yes your lungs can kill over from inhaling even if you have exhaust fans in the area you paint.
60 years isn't a short time already. Without safety equipment and with chronic paint exposure it is already enough to deteriorate his health by today. I suspect the type of paint he used. Unlike the usual paint used by model kit hobbyist, the paint in the video is weirdly fast to dry. That and other factors (diet, daily activities, air quality, etc.) may help him combat supposed disease
What is amazing is how effortless he makes it all look. There’s an intangible value that is added to something when the person making it loves what he is doing.
It's inspiring that, despite what happened to his house, he continues to work and carries on with a smile and such a kind man. It's a valuable lesson, and I do hope he gets his house and workshop fixed.
That's some beautiful work, and some rad color choices. I love when you're able to feature amazing artists like, Goto-San. Thanks for another great one, TTB!
This was heartwarming to see. It would be wonderful if a fundraiser could be made to help give this old man a suitable roof back over his head and workshop.
This guy is a National Treasure. I hope a petition could be put together to help him have his house rebuilt complete with new equipment. This is a very important man in the history of Japanese sofubi and Japanese toys.
This is so beautiful and poetic. What a gorgeous piece of art! Goto-San's work is amazing-unique craftsmanship and authenticity. I love toys, and in Japanese culture, they embrace toys as part of their life. Thanks for sharing this.👍🤗👏
Man, this guy is pure legend. I just have to favorite this. I just recently been thinking about old age and how I want to be important for society even in old age and guys like him is exactly what I've been thinking. Professions like writing, drawing, coloring, programming can be done at very old age without losing professionalism and excellence.
Seriously awesome dude, cherish it because that is something special. Very curious what paint Goto-san is using as it seems to dry very fast. Though might also look that way due to editing. Either way love seeing old masters at their craft, always so effortless and so much to learn from them.
I was too worried he would just paint it like all the other Gamera sofubi I already have. He even hinted that he was going to just paint it the way he painted them back when they were first released (because he painted those too), using green and blue… which I already have.
it is perplexing to observe companies such as Bandai, originating from a country renowned for its meticulous and dedicated artists and craftsmen, devoting their efforts to the production of toys that have noticeably declined in quality in recent years.
the fact that he made it to such an advanced age, while inhaling all those fumes for 60 years, lets you know that there is something about the japanese lifestyle and mentality, that keeps diseases away.
Cool to see how these are painted. Anyone know what kind and what brand of paint he and/or Marmit uses? Also the name of that brush? And do painted Marmit sofubi already have clear coat on them?
Jeremy. Great video. What is the proper way to visit Goto SAN? Does it require an appointment? I will be in Tokyo in November and would like to give it a try if possible. Thanks.
This was a real treat! Seeing longer shots of Goto-san doing the thing he does best is so impressive. It would be easy to underestimate just HOW efficiently he's doing what he's doing.
I'm first
Man all the sofubi enthusiasts should have a go fund me for him, it’s a expensive hobby so I’m sure we all got some to spare to help get his roof and workspace fixed 😢
This for sure, with how much some of these pieces go for there should be no reason for the workspace to be in such rough shape
@@yenshintoystechnically the reason they are so expensive is the molds, plastic and low numbers. Painting is the easiest and least expensive process by far. I’d chip in to help this guy though. He’s awesome!
Can someone in Japan organize it?
Yeah, I'd defs fund that.
Count me in. I'd chip in a little cash towards his roof. Living in a similar situation so I understand what it's like. He's elderly and needs the help of others.
A true legend. And still somehow, after all these years, he still has a steady hand.
60 years…He could donate his lungs to geneticists to prepare future generations for our microplastic atmosphere.
Man no masking and off the cuff. True legend.
Incredible this man, not only such an honour to have an exclusive colorway painting by him but to have visited him and painted it in person. Amazing this video is absolute gold bro
🙇 🙇 🙇
@@TOKYOTOYBANZAIyou should’ve paid him handsomely to fix his shop😔
I did pay him handsomely. It's not something I would show on camera. Also, he deals with Real Head on a daily basis, whos sofubi sell for more money than any other maker.. if anyone has money to fix it, he does. But neither seem to mind.@@katielowen
@@TOKYOTOYBANZAI ah okay thanks for the heads up / clarification!
Goto-San, God bless you. 86 years young ! Happy Painting !
Love the lack of a respirator and ventilation. The mark of a true OG.
When he gets older he'll regret not wearing a mask. :)
Lol how do most say its wear a mask dont do me. I paint dolls half the time I forget my own mask yes your lungs can kill over from inhaling even if you have exhaust fans in the area you paint.
@@Mr2at😂😂😂
This is what I wanted to ask.. surely you would be breathing this in no matter how careful you are? Times that by 60 years?!
60 years isn't a short time already. Without safety equipment and with chronic paint exposure it is already enough to deteriorate his health by today.
I suspect the type of paint he used. Unlike the usual paint used by model kit hobbyist, the paint in the video is weirdly fast to dry. That and other factors (diet, daily activities, air quality, etc.) may help him combat supposed disease
What is amazing is how effortless he makes it all look. There’s an intangible value that is added to something when the person making it loves what he is doing.
It's inspiring that, despite what happened to his house, he continues to work and carries on with a smile and such a kind man. It's a valuable lesson, and I do hope he gets his house and workshop fixed.
Really inspiring! 😊 Wish there was a way to donate to help fixing the damages.
Anytime you need soft vinyl painted, he’s the go-to guy!
That's some beautiful work, and some rad color choices.
I love when you're able to feature amazing artists like, Goto-San.
Thanks for another great one, TTB!
Man, he makes it looks so easy. I always appreciate artists and craftsmen who have been at it for decades.
This video is amazing! Not every day you get a chance to have something painted by a living legend.
This was heartwarming to see. It would be wonderful if a fundraiser could be made to help give this old man a suitable roof back over his head and workshop.
This guy is a National Treasure. I hope a petition could be put together to help him have his house rebuilt complete with new equipment. This is a very important man in the history of Japanese sofubi and Japanese toys.
Few years ago, Don introduced me to him to paint one of my toys, a very special and precious moment.
Wishing Gotou-san a long, healthy life.
Awesome person, I have 3 sofubi painted by him.
I love how you bring in the music when Goto-san starts painting.
Can't get enough of him working his magic on toys.
Thank you for making this video!
60 years painting toys! I'm impressed and inspired.
Very cool! thanks for sharing!
I legit cried for the first minute and a half of this video. Thank you for that intro
This is so beautiful and poetic. What a gorgeous piece of art! Goto-San's work is amazing-unique craftsmanship and authenticity. I love toys, and in Japanese culture, they embrace toys as part of their life. Thanks for sharing this.👍🤗👏
What a cool guy. Absolute legend.
What a great video. Lovely to see a master at work. Such a steady hand for painting the small details.
Thank you so much Dave 💌 It really was such a great experience. His steady hands at this age were amazing to see in action.
This makes my heart warm and happy
A true legend, also great selection of colors, love the golden teeth
Very beautiful and special moment captured here.
Man, this guy is pure legend. I just have to favorite this. I just recently been thinking about old age and how I want to be important for society even in old age and guys like him is exactly what I've been thinking. Professions like writing, drawing, coloring, programming can be done at very old age without losing professionalism and excellence.
What an incredible experience and man. Thank you for this.
🙏🙏
that is tearfully impressive, and the man himself is a treasure
Wonderful episode! True legend 🎌
Thanks so much John! 💫
素晴らしい仕事である、この方が塗装するからこその本物感 老舗感を味わえる。本当に素晴らしい
Wow…a master at work
how beautiful! what a master!
Came here from a Great Big Story. Keep up the good work!
@@checkdafool 🙇♂️
very interesting video, i ve seen other video with goto-san and i m always amazed at his ability
That was beautiful! Best episode ever!
Thank you very much.
This was so cool to see, especially since the VICE short documentary
Really inspiring video, such a Legend! Thank you!
That man is 86 years old and yet he is still doing his job that man Is the goat🔥🔥🔥🔥
This is seriously awesome. As a collector of toys he might’ve painted, as an Artist, his artistry has my *highest* respect
Seriously awesome dude, cherish it because that is something special. Very curious what paint Goto-san is using as it seems to dry very fast. Though might also look that way due to editing. Either way love seeing old masters at their craft, always so effortless and so much to learn from them.
Absolute legend. Looks very chaotic but I bet he knows where everything is! 😊
Wow! What an awesome privilege. A master at work 🙌
Beautiful shop. Great job ❤😂😂
Airbrushing for 60 years without a mask... This guy is immortal.
Man i want a toy from him..what a great artist...
What kind of paint did he use? One does not simply spray a model then directly touch it like that
The real lingering question. No comments or info answering it unfortunately.
Sooo soo too Lucky. What a cool video but even cooler experiences.
Wow such a talent! Inspired me to continue with my craft
I love that he has an air brush attached with a steel wire. I wish I could get to the airbrushing level of this guy.
This is incredible!
absolutely a artist that loves what hes doing much respect to you sir.i would rather buy figures from man like this than the big toy companies
ohh yeah
It turned out so beautiful ✨
Very cool video thanks for sharing...
The gamera toy looks awesome.
Great video as always. I can’t imagine asking him for particular colors though! I’d have wanted to see what he came up with himself. 🥰
I was too worried he would just paint it like all the other Gamera sofubi I already have. He even hinted that he was going to just paint it the way he painted them back when they were first released (because he painted those too), using green and blue… which I already have.
THIS MAN IS A GIFTED
ARTIST !!
Very wholesome video.
Goto-San your not the hero we needed, but the hero we deserve 🦇🦖
Awesome video guys!
A wonderful video - thank you
Legends never die 🙏🏽
it is perplexing to observe companies such as Bandai, originating from a country renowned for its meticulous and dedicated artists and craftsmen, devoting their efforts to the production of toys that have noticeably declined in quality in recent years.
Is it ok if you share the location? I would love to visit him and paint a few item. Thank you
the fact that he made it to such an advanced age, while inhaling all those fumes for 60 years, lets you know that there is something about the japanese lifestyle and mentality, that keeps diseases away.
Hermosa gamera. Es el.mejor.en.pintar kaijus. Grande goto
Japanese people is really passion & serious on their job.
Bandai should be embarrassed by this, an old Japanese guy can beautifully paint Sofuvi toys, but Bandai cannot even paint all the way to the tails.
Okay imma subscribe now, feeling validated for my toy obsession 😂
Wow 86...no streaks...or blotching...very impressive
Wow super awesome I would love to get a nice Godzilla painted by him or a Godzuki. Either way outstanding job
Love this so much ❤
I hope that one day i get to go to japan to see all the awsome toys and meet the amazing people of japan.
飛びガメラハワイカラーって感じで良いですね!
マルサンまた平成ガメラ売って欲しいなぁ…来年で良いから
you're so lucky !!🥲
This here gets my HIGHEST rating: F*CKING NEAT 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤩🤩🤩🤩
Cool to see how these are painted. Anyone know what kind and what brand of paint he and/or Marmit uses? Also the name of that brush? And do painted Marmit sofubi already have clear coat on them?
Goto San tiene amigos en Mexico por que es una leyenda 🙌
普通にレジェンド。
初期のマルサンからやってるのか…
プロが塗るソフトフィギュアは 素晴らしいです まるで岡本太郎のように芸術魂が ありますねΣ(￣ロ￣lll) 去年亡くなった オヤジに そっくりです 元気もらいました
A true PaintMater. ❤❤
Amazing experience
Awesome 😎
How can I set up a visit ? Does he have studio hours any help would be amazing.
Wow
Ultra Q?! Wow! I wish he had some of those in his shop to show.
adorable
This will be me in a few years time no doubt!
Madhunter did a cool video on this guy as well. Thank you for sharing
Yep! Madhunter made a video with me that same week at my friend's toyshop, Toy Cats ;)
@@TOKYOTOYBANZAI good to know , that’s awsome . Thank you for sharing this information with the world.
Wow, no mask and he still lives.
Perfect 🎉
What a sweet man ❤
no face mask and it seems to of done him no harm,just shows and great work
Jeremy. Great video. What is the proper way to visit Goto SAN? Does it require an appointment? I will be in Tokyo in November and would like to give it a try if possible. Thanks.
very nice video my friend