Japan’s 80 Year Olds Share Their BIGGEST Mistakes

I ask retired Japanese seniors in their 60s, 70s, and 80s what their biggest mistakes and regrets are, how it feels to be their age, what advice they'd give to someone younger than them, and so much more. Filmed in Tokyo, Japan.

👋🏻 William Rossy - Sprouht

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[Sprouht]

What is the biggest lesson that YOU have learned that you would like to pass on to a stranger? Drop it below!

[halloweenist]

I recently read a piece of advice online and I decided to use it as my life guideline: Imagine you are old and on your deathbed, reviewing your whole life, you feel deeply regretful and sad. You wish for a second chance, then you wake up to your current life. Treat your life as if it's your second chance.

[islandon]

Now that 70 has passed, I wish I had met my wife in my 20's and not my 50's. For 16+ years she has been the joy of my life.♥️

[cublau]

Lessons I‘ve learned (not in order of priority):
1. Don’t overthink and don’t be too afraid. What seems to be almost a disaster can bring you on a much better path. Cross the bridges when you get there.
2. Take care of your body. In younger age it can compensate a lot. Not so in older age. Do something to stay fit.
3. Take good care of people who are near to your heart and stay away from energy vampires.
4. Leave a job you hate rather earlier than later.
5. Time is very precious.
6. Don’t care too much about what others think is important or what they think of you. Define your own goals and find people who share them.
7. Find out what makes you genuinely happy. Sometimes there is a discrepancy between what you want and what you need.

[Mitsoufanny]

I hope your parents are tremendously proud of you. Taking your time to speak to elderly people is wonderful to them and us. We don't see that often. Thank you, thank you.

[jo.wanders]

I love this so much. They’re all so genuine and giving us reminders to: 1) appreciate everyone we meet and have 2) do the things you love 3) exercise 4) and do the things you’ve been holding yourself back from doing.

These are the kind of videos I need to give myself a push. Thanks for sharing!

[xFailage]

The soba chef seems so whimsical and like a jokester! What he said made me chuckle and the rest of the other interviews were great and I enjoyed these interviews, thank you

[natalienewtonebookwriteram]

I feel like people become more honest as they get older; I love that!

[blackrosepages]

I am contemplating a career change and these words "I wish I lived my life the way I wanted (to)" from the gentleman with a dog just hit home. I will try harder to overcome the fear that threatens to hold me back. Thanks Will for a great video!

[ralitsamladenova]

Wishing the guy in treatment a fast healing and a long and happy life! It was a very meaningful video <3

[mikitanaka]

I’m from Japan and listening these seniors makes me feel home. Thank you for this❤ At the age of 24, I thought I’d regret if I didn’t try living abroad. So I studied English for a year and moved to Canada without a friend or a job. I got a good opportunity and got a PR myself. It was 7 years ago and I recently realized that although my dream of living abroad came true, i wasn’t happy. I’m now trying to change my career because I’d regret if I didn’t pursue what I truly like and I’m good at.

[lexusls]

This is the best series on YouTube. You can learn so much about what’s important - and what’s not - in life

[Lunay]

I agree a ton with the 63 year old man. I think that everything that happens in our lives is meant to teach us a lesson, whether it goes the way we want it to or not. I would love to live my life the way I want to, but I would be leaving my loved ones behind and for me, they are more important than my dreams. I'm 29 and can maybe accomplish them at a later time but if I can't, that's okay too

[fio]

8:15 has to be the best thing I've ever heard, I've never been able to find the words but she did perfectly.

[Catata]

No matter what your profession is, at the end of the day it's just a job. Don't neglect your family and friends, they may not be here tomorrow.

[verucasky]

The Soba Michelin Chef is such a mood 😆 I love his demeanor. Very funny. Everyone seems so happy too and living a good life

[yuckyhamsandwich]

I recently discovered that I am 50% Japanese and I hope to visit Japan someday to explore my roots. I am fascinated by Japan's deep understanding of humanity and the world, and it would be amazing to experience it firsthand. I found this interview to be wonderful.

[Calcifurr]

“Every experience is important.” Wow I felt that one! Life has led me on a roller coaster of a journey. I’m almost 30 and still trying to pave my way into the right career, something that I actually enjoy and want to do. I feel like all my previous experiences will eventually lead me to the right path and I feel like I’m finally getting there. This quote is very true.

[ginamarie]

Lol I did exercise and dance a lot lol and didn’t go to college. So I Aced that one !! 😂I had so much fun so I wouldn’t have any regrets later in life . I’m 40 now . 😅 time goes too fast darn it . Enjoy each moment. Live how you want to and don’t do everything society tells you to do ;) follow your soul …. ❤😊

[thePapermino]

Everyone was really happy that you were talking to them and asking about their lives. They were also really happy to spend time with you.
I really liked the peaceful vibe of this video.
It was a really educational and helpful video about life.
Thank you! :)