Thank you for this post. It made me think and stop trying to find something that I felt was pretty much “unreachable”

if you wanna get married don't stay in Japan

Mee too. I quit my exhausting 9-5 job, to try freelancing. However, I started doing content creation instead.

Great content!

hello mako san hope you are doing good. mako san by any chance is it possible that your fans living in japan can get a chance to meet you?

Your story is so powerful. Thank you for sharing.

Your video was a joy to watch, much better than the standard self help section of utube!!

This is exactly it. People in a proffesional job sacrifice their own dreams to make another CEO's dreams come true. They get to fly private jets, travel business class, enjoy travelling the world and live lavish experiences with their family. They get to do this because they decided to focus on THEIR OWN DREAM. Unfortunately most people are too fearful to even start trying to fulfil their dreams. They'd rather play it safe, especially while they're still young.

Mako, this is very inspiring and motivating. i really liked the way you put your point. i think large part of corporate goers have same feeling as you had. i am also one of them. i congratulate you for taking this bold step. i wish to do the same, sooner than later.... hope to speak to you some day. thanks for his important video.

Hi, i created a playlist so one day in the future I would find a creator who I thought was so inspiring eventho they only had under 10k subs and watch them again in the future. [hehe its future me and i am so happy you have 47k subs, well deserved, this is me rewatching your videos] <3

i am crying watcfhing your video cause I am planning to quit my job

Thank you for sharing your life with us, amazing as always Mako.

Fake self-help gurus manipulated the term to just make money in the world of self-help.

So pretty. May I know which train should I take from Osaka to Kobe?

Mako - you've came so far I remember watching you when you took this leap of faith when you had only 1k or 2k subscribers. Nice work and keep going!

Leaving a comment here as my support to you. You are amazing!!

❤❤

Youll always have moments of misery as a single person, and youll always have moments of misery as a married person, but ultimately I believe that you are best off getting married and having children. Failing that, you will inevitably feel regret in your old age.

It sounds like all of your family is anxious for you to get married. I guess that is normal in all cultures, but especially in most Asian ones. If the pressure gets to be to much, I will volunteer to marry you. ha ha You seem like a lovely young lady. I love Japanese history and culture, but I am approaching 60 years old and I retired early. I can move to Japan next month! I will wait for your call!

Nice to see you back after winter break 😊 I don't know how you do this, but every video is full of peace and motivation. Im one of those people who has only work in life. The sad part is that the trade off does not seem to worth it... I'm not really sure anymore what is the "safer" option: being self-employed and building own future OR rely on the boss who may cut me off "just because Im not needed anymore". And with age, well, I may be needed less and less... Thanks Make for another one 🙏

You don’t need a 9-to-5 when you’ve got Girl Boss Hustle: Earn 10k from Home. It’s time to start thriving, not just surviving.

On the weekend i also feel exausted but for me meditation or reading also drain the rest of my energy and i feel literaly more tired after meditating or reading so i dont know, i trust the process then

Beautiful video and the music is so chill. Kobe is definitely the best city in Japan 😃

lovely , thank you

joy looks good on you Mako!

Anyway, ego always complicates things.

Probably, the western person who misunderstood the IKIGAI concept created a new philosophical idea.

Missed youuu! Love the peace your videos bring me I always resonate so well with your content! Being free to travel the world without needing permission from anyone is a big blessing and goal of mine ❤‍🔥

such a nice short Mako :)

Beautiful. What gear do you use to make your videos?

Brilliant

Mako is beautiful ❤

Great Attitude! Zest for life throughout the whole year 2025. All the best to you!

I can relate. Thank you for sharing.

Hi Mako! I really enjoyed this video! I'm actually going to be quitting my job soon and am the same age so I totally relate. Thank you for sharing! I hope to come to Japan end of the year or begging of 2026 and would love to connect! Xo- Brit & God Bless you :)

Nice to see you again ☺️ Hope it was nice Christmas break. Time to get back on track. ;)

I quit my first job ever after 30 years. When you pass out at work and end up in the ER and then ask for vacation and they say no too many people out, I knew it was time to go. It just was not worth it to me anymore. Even though I am 57 and might have a hard time finding another job if I start looking again. Anyway no job is worth wrecking your health over.

Let's go for a bike ride someday. I live in 静岡県。So far has been perfect weather

Love your video's ❤❤ stay blessed always 🙏

“I knew you in another life. You had the same look in your eyes.” I had so many beautiful b-rolls from 2024 so I decided to make a short video with my most favorite song of the year. Love letter from me to myself 🕊🤍✨

Beautiful video! Happy new year, Mako! 🙂 I hope you'll have a great one.

Thanks!

This video is my therapy of the day. I am in a big process of making a big decision and those words inspire to not to be scared a lot. Thank you !!

If you have a decent source of income and no rent to pay, they yes, quitting your job for a while works (if you plan to travel, focus on a dream or just improve on a certification). But quitting for just doing nothing is bad. Nowadays people struggle a lot to find work, in today's economy. I got the same envy from friebds and aI had the same envy. I also used to have a travel job which made them super envious, but was missing working in my domain. My advice is to not quit your job, because it's hard to find another and you'll not find what you want that fast... and if you have a family, it is a complete NO. Anyway, you'll still want to worl something, no matter how free you are. It gets old to not have activity

hi Mako..,

I don't know if it's intentional but I noticed that music go to right speakers, and voice is only at the left speaker. I feel like it's not that good when listening on headphones. I hope you noticed.

"Can you remember who you were before the the world told you who you should be?"

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Mako!!!!! I don’t know what’s wrong with KZbin. This is the first of your videos that I’m seeing in months. Was wondering if you stopped making content 😭😭😭. As someone who legit had her last day in my 9-5 on December 20th of last year, your words are an oasis in the desert of fear and worries. Thank you as always for sharing your learnings with us ❤️❤️

How brave you are, I admire you for that ❤