What No One Tells You about Living in Japan

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[takashiifromjapan]

Thank you so much for watching!!

It’s getting cold in Tokyo
I guess there’s no fall this year 😂

[azabujuban-hito]

When I first moved to Tokyo, my biggest cuture shock was the " Honne-Tatemae" concept that is so deeply ingrained in the Japanese people. I was born and grew up in Switzerland with the background of Dutch-German. And both Dutch & German people are known for their no-nonsense, straightforward blunt way of speaking. It's the total opposite of the Japanese in general.

[Jordan-inJapan]

I could add quite a few…especially if you add the word “rural” before Japan. Just one now: 自治会, or ‘neighborhood committee’. Takashi might not be able to relate to this living in a city. But in small-town or rural Japan you join one of these committees when you move in to a house. It collects money from all the members to manage upkeep on a meeting hall, where it has regular meeting about all kind of local issues that community members are suppose to attend. It organizes area cleanup and weeding days (and more) that residents are expected to take part in. It has a fire brigade that members are expected to join. Everything on a rotating basis, so eventually, all able bodied community members will have to do everything, even be the area leader for a year or two. “You won’t have to do all that as a foreigner”. People told me. But I did… and still do…. and it’s a lot of work. 😅

[biancakurita]

Hi Takashii!! I'm Brazilian and third generation of japanese. Since I find out your channel I've been watching all your videos.
I lived in Japan when I was a child during 10 years, I think it would be interesting to interview some parentes about what it's like to raise a half or foreign child in Japan.
Thank you for your great videos! ❤️

[WardHouse]

The silence in Japanese trains is one of the best and most comforting things over all!!!

[airgaborpara]

Clubbing life would be super cool subject! Different sport activities also with locals and foreighners together. Tennis, golf, trekking, mountainbiking, paragliding, roadbiking, rockclimbing in Japan etc.

[indiesongwriter]

I watch this channel because I'm interested in what other cultures like Japan are like and the simplicity and purity of interviews is such a great way to see that. You do a great job too! I do hope to travel to Japan someday.

[saurabhmukh]

The BEST thing about Takashi is that he seeks comments but never appears judgemental or offended or excited. He just appears so neutral

[corrado]

I've been to Japan 5 times vacationing and going to concerts, I made 1 really good Japanese friend while traveling which was unusual because he approached me for a conversation (that's not typical of native Japanese people) and I later learned he spent his university years in the U.S. so that explains his open minded approach.

[ccd]

You felt more relaxed than ever doing these interviews. I really like your videos!

[johnvsymons]

Thanks Takashi for another outstanding video. You are the best interviewer on YouTube. I always learn so much from your programs. Take care and have a great week. ❤️🇯🇵🙏🌎🕊

[alicealinnette]

Thank you! Your videos are always nice and insightful 😊

[nsipid]

The french woman at the end has an excellent view of Japan. It seems she understands that Japanese people have specific values (cleanliness, order, etc.) and that is made manifest through the way people communicate, interact, and live daily life and it is to be respected.

[kennywynn]

Takashi Japan is one of my bucket list country’s to go to, and when I come will be my guide! Great work you’re doing 👍🏼

[weirdshibainu]

Just found this channel. You're really good interviewer. You'll talk to anyone and you allow them to speak freely without trying to frame their answers. Your informal style allows people to speak their mind. I'd like to travel to Japan, especially rural Japan.

[natasanj]

I have just recently discovered your channel and I love it! Been watching your videos for hours now. Keep up the good work. 😊

[yyswux]

crazy value in this, thanks for making these vids

[UdonFarang]

Always enjoy your videos, thank you..!!

[MrShemist]

20k more to 500k subs! You're getting there. Nice video as always. 素晴らしい!

[francy]

Interesting topic as always. One day I would like to travel to Japan and hope to have positive experiences with both Japan and Japanese people. Nice work Takashii. Keep it up. こんにちは、また会いましょう. 😊