3 hours of Walking in Tokyo as a Black Woman || How Do Japanese Treat Black Women? || People Stare!

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

😭 I have SSOOO much footage from this walk, but there wasn't enough dialogue to keep viewers interested for 3 hours! I ONLY GOT 9 MINUTES OF CONTENT OUT OF IT! 😭At least we did interviews this day too though, so all of our effort wasn't for nothing. 😓 PLEASE NOTE: 👉 These videos are 100% my opinion based from my experiences and SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS FACT! 👉 My opinions change quickly based on the comments, new information I receive, and the longer I stay here in Japan

[@feddeyboy7124]

This I great allways wanted to do this 💖🥰✨

[@Steph_Said]

I just discovered you...YAY! While watching, I couldn't help but wonder who is keeping up your beautiful dreds/locs? Is there a Black community where you are?

[@serendipity8209]

Loved your shoes/boots. Growing up in Wash. D.C. I had a Japanese friend who was in my Class (I lived across the street from our School). My Japanese friend, named Parc -- came over to my house everyday, until she moved away.

[@tayahoneybearreaction]

I Understand

[@AJUMMAStoryRecaps]

Just an opinion. Possibly the stares come from the excitement of seeing another American within a homogenous environment?❤❤ Love your videos.

[@grantlit2196]

The craziest thing is how other foreigners stare at you, like dang that would make me feel uncomfy tbh.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Yes, but to be fair, I understand some foreigners here either don't expect to see another foreigner, or may be conversation deprived 😅 But still, although some of the stares are friendly, I'd much rather prefer the person to just come up to me and say something compared to staring for long periods of time. 😅

[@LowkEytrash29]

Same shit in Europe as well

[@markstewart6571]

It’s as if blacks love the negative attention!

[@Highwizardd]

they probably want to talk to her

[@realsweetpotatopie]

@@EnimsLifeinJapan I think some of those foreigner stares are because they want to see if they can talk to you, but I agree, when I lived in Japan in the 1980s and the 1990s, the racism I experienced mostly came from other Americans, and from some Europeans who didn't know me.

[@racerroe]

I love how she says that she isn’t fluent in Japanese and then 5 seconds later she starts speaking it very well.😂

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

😅I’m conversational. I make many mistakes, but I’m able to have conversations in Japanese.

[@env0x]

fluent is when you can think in the language not just talk it

[@kathygriffith5164]

My daughter who is a white American has studied the language both verbally and written for 9 years. Japanese is her major in college. She married a Japanese man 4 years ago. He has been here in the States for almost 3 years. They met on a language app a long time ago. They plan to move to Japan next spring when she graduates. The year they got married she stayed in Japan for 3 months. I'm a worried Mana because I know that visiting somewhere and living somewhere are 2 different things. I can't help but to worry about her living there.

[@TheRedFoxMcCloud]

@@env0x speaking the language is still thinking it in tho?

[@env0x]

@@TheRedFoxMcCloud yea i meant think it naturally without needing to translate it in your head

[@iVUKSi]

I noticed a lot of foreigners staring at me in Japan too, and I’m white. I don’t think it necessarily comes from a bad place. I think it’s just that there aren’t many of us, so we stand out

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

I agree, since there are way less of us is probably the reason why people stare. :)

[@env0x]

i thought the same thing. like it must get lonely being a foreigner in another country and to see another foreigner like you might just make you feel more at home, so you might end up staring by accident. if i ever noticed someone catch me staring at them i would probably greet them or wave hello just so it wouldn't be awkward.

[@Deviljho5]

I enjoy being black living in Japan. Most of the people I interact with are very friendly and respectful! It’s definitely a lot safer than my hometown 😅

[@jodene78]

Agreed 👍🏿

[@neveronhereXD]

I'm so happy for you! I also hear from others that they feel safer in Japan. Somehow racial violence is normal in the US. Still wishing you luck :)

[@calaragazza3556]

Where is your hometown

[@Deviljho5]

@@calaragazza3556 Alabama

[@tayahoneybearreaction]

I need to go back to Japan maybe stay a little while longer in three years

[@mswright12u]

My 13 year old wants to visit Japan and LOVES the culture. I want to take a trip to Tokyo for her sweet sixteen, but I was a bit scared. Thank you for posting your blogs! It gives me more comfort.

[@moonchild6082]

Please do it! My parents took me to japan on my sweet sixteen for 10 days. It was an unforgettable experience

[@Lucifer_Is_Not_Amused]

Please please be very careful especially if it's a little girl. Yes Japan has a lot of good but make sure to be safe. Most frequent crimes are kidnapping, molestation, and SA. So if you do take a child please keep them safe. Have a wonderful day 💖

[@pokaay3163]

I think that would be very cool for a kid to be able to travel so far, especially to a place they’re interested in. Traveling can be a very eye-opening and fun experience. I hope you’re able to do it.

[@MarsD.06]

Meanwhile my sweet sixteen was being all alone at home, I’m crying

[@Nothereforit174]

@@Lucifer_Is_Not_Amusedlike America but they’re Japanese so it needs a warning

[@sharrinaagese3839]

I have been to Japan and traveled to 5 cities in Japan, as a black woman in Japan, the people are amazing 😍 elegantly cultured and respectful towards women of colour, so refreshing 🙂

[@minsugamaxsalt]

This makes me less anxious❤

[@jlmop-fc8lv]

Maybe it's because you're a woman? From what I've read, in general.people have a worse stereotypes of black and latino men.

[@jikookreal50]

@@jlmop-fc8lv It has nothing to do with men or women. The Japanese are respectful and kind to everyone, yes there are some rude people.

[@Sociallybeast01]

@@jlmop-fc8lv women are always more palatable because they represent less of a threat . Sad but true pretty much everywhere

[@mar420.74]

​@@jikookreal50 um actually yes it does have to do with that, but okay

[@CHERMEL]

I recently subscribed to this channel and I’m loving your content! As a black American female your content is making me feel better about visiting Japan someday :)

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you so much! I hope you get over here soon. :D

[@THENATTYNERD]

@@EnimsLifeinJapan always and anytime and hope to and can't wait be in japan later this year and meet ya 😃💯👍

[@pagola]

Your always trying to be accepted 😂😂

[@yuriestan]

Tatemae /Honne thing is so real. When I first moved back to Japan, I was like why is everyone so nice and friendly? Then I realized they are all in customer facing jobs and i guess that's how they are trained, as in trained to never show any negative emotions and just smile and be friendly even when you are physically and mentally exhausted and stressed from working long hours.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hahaha Hey!! I actually addressed this in my next video today. :) Yes, I believe that is the reason too. But this is just personal opinion.

[@emchou3]

Oh my god you guys takes the tatemae/honne thing way too seriously

[@littenfire3563]

It's literally part of their culture Emjo

[@emchou3]

@@littenfire3563 So does every other country? What part of the world you think has people say whatever they think? Most, if not all countries has the same concept. NZ, Canada, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, Phillipines. What kind of functioning Society lives without it? People White Lie all the time do they not? The only difference, is Japan has a word for it, and people like to exaggerate all things foreign to them. Do you know how incredibly degrading it is for someone, if all their genuine emotions were all thought to be fake by a foreigner? Pretty unfortunate for Japan, s Besides, what kind of shop has rude service anyways, everywhere in the world wed all be fired if we showed our negative emotions. I'd rather have the Honne and Tatemae. Never have pre concieved ideas of a culture, ever. This is so overplayed istg, no wonder people complain about it all the time. Its literally ALL they think about when they go to Japan.

[@ShauntelleHamlett]

@@emchou3 in the U.S., you may or may not get friendly customer service - it depends on the place you shop and how the employees were trained and just the employee themself and their personality. Even if it makes sense that they should be polite, respectful, and courteous because they serve customers, it doesn’t always happen - especially if it’s a place where their income doesn’t depend on tips. So for people from the U.S., a culture that encourages public politeness and the majority (or all) the people actually do it, it’s very noteworthy to us. Our culture is kind of the opposite, being an individual and authentic to yourself is considered more important than keeping thing’s peaceful for the society as a whole. It can be good because people feel more comfortable expressing their individuality but also bad because of things like people feeling the right to say whatever rude or mean thing their thinking to you in public spaces.

[@prof5282]

When I am a foreigner, I too stare at other foreigners too. But it's mainly because I'm happy seeing other people here too. Like "omg your here too lets go"

[@Eeok]

Really? I know the foreign people who visit can get uncomfortable 😭

[@mar420.74]

​@@Eeok When i see other people like me i stare sorry, my resting face is off putting but im mostly just happy to see people like me in an area where i feel kind of like im standing out

[@iwcrn]

People are looking at you because they can see someone filming you as you walk around. They’re probably wondering what’s going on ( A TV show? Someone famous ? Etc)

[@MasuseDeMojo]

You may want to do a collaboration with Cathy Kat. She is also a foreigner who lives in Japan. She does collaborations every so often with the other KZbinrs who are living in Japan, both Japanese, and gaijin. Nice walk down some streets I have not been to in a while!! I do miss Japan. I was stationed there in the Navy for many years off and on. I love the people and the culture. You are right about knowing some Japanese conversation. What little I knew got me into a lot of places that were not normally open to gaijin. I also made a lot of good friends.

[@brandknew4324]

When you said " if your from Baltimore, Maryland like me" I nearly yelled out and I'm in the gym right now. 😅 Same here, born and raised now living in Londo, UK for the past 8 yrs. Honestly I envy you I still adore Japan. Can't wait to visit and wish I could speak as well as you do. I'll definitely be following you from now. Thanks. Kind Regards, Brand.

[@aliciasb9182]

Baltimore. IYKYK. 😂💜

[@ohbooyourselves]

Baltimore baby ❤️

[@chloeyorke2560]

So grateful for your channel. Moving to Japan soon and I’m excited to hear your balanced perspective ❤

[@dearciera]

i live in japan i don’t feel like i ever get stared at in an unfriendly way. everyone is so friendly

[@jamesdanko2915]

From a fellow foreigner living in Japan for 40+ years congratulations on the nice video. Yes we (all foreigners) get starred at (not as much as in the old days) but I think the Japanese are staring at you because you are a very pretty girl. Keep up the good work😀

[@freespirit8818]

I like these videos. We get a feel of the area, learn cultural differences, and even some Japanese (language).

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

I'm glad you like it! I'm working on storing up more interviews for the main channel. So, I'll be back over there soon. :)

[@SBchicadebaile]

Homeboy in the white turtle neck was feelin u 😏

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

This is what I meant in the last video, that if you approach a guy, a lot of times guys are open to it. They'll even give you a chance to get to know each other and see if either of you want more. 😂 But, a lot of people didn't understand what I meant. Of course this is not everyone...but if they're not interested they're often polite about it. :)

[@BirdieOrchid]

The guy who came back and asked for your channel is handsome and seemed open to going further. I get it though, people can be mean. Same here in America 👍🏽

[@totjazzy2198]

I’m a new subscriber. I love your channel. I was always told that the Japanese people hated us (Black Americans). Your channel is opening my eyes.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hey! Thank you so much! :)🥰 I was told the same growing up. Not just in Japan, I've found similar pleasant experience abroad in general. Happy travels!

[@UncleKai263]

Check out the Kuro Kouch channel, and Black Experience Japan channel....,

[@sofiaspetsieris6799]

Girl that group of 3 guys u stopped were so cute...u are so brave to go up to a group of guys I would've been so nervous and shy to go up to them especially cuz they're cute

[@Helptosave-uc1pc]

Yes I’m from Baltimore too I’ve been thinking about visiting Korea and some Spanish speaking countries. Seeing you do it is so inspiring now I know I can do it too thank you girl❤️🐾

[@davis2420]

I lived in Germany for 20 years. I can say speaking the language of the land. Are the golden keys

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Yes! This! Adapt to the culture and you'll gain the respect of the people. Thank you for your comment.

[@zeldalegend9484]

@@EnimsLifeinJapan Sadly not everyone thinks this way, in my country, the majority of foreigners don't want to learn the language at all and don't want to adapt in any way, they make it difficult for the natives to respect them the way they want too and always play the victim when something doesn't turn out the way they hoped for, eventually they get what they want, which causes our own native culture to change to sh*t.

[@ragerelief]

Amazing keep the content flowing! You'll be big in no time.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you! :)

[@minsugamaxsalt]

I’m going to Japan next year. I love your videos and it encouraged me to set up my trip

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

I'm so glad! Thank you! Happy travels!

[@stephaniepaints]

I know this is a weird comment... but you have a beautiful walk! I messed up my Achilles recently and it's been affecting how I walk, so it's something random I notice much more than I used to in others! Not to mention you are adorable 🥰 I'm glad you are enjoying Japan, I just found your videos tonight and they are such a treat! I subscribed!! ❤❤❤

[@212055kbranch]

Hello my fellow baltimorean, Japan seems to be a lot safer then here. Love your videos

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Well hello there! 😃 It is! :)

[@LoveHeavenly]

I don't know how or why you popped up but I'm so happy you did! New subscriber here 😃😄 I am also a black woman and I was raised in Japan. I miss it sooo much and wish I could go back! I didn't know racisim until I had moved to Texas. I was very hard for me when I was younger and living in the US. Very different from Japan. I've had a urge to learn Japanese again😍

[@nicoleraheem1195]

Same 😂

[@rockinrobin4681]

This is good for BW to see, especially the young black girls. Too long BW have limited themselves to black culture and men. BW open your mind and your options.

[@brothermaurice]

Checked out a few of your videos and enjoyed them to the point that I subscribed. I've been to Japan several times for word and enjoyed the times that I was there. When I lived in Panama, I flew my dad down for a visit, and when I lived in Germany I flew my mom over for a visit. The both loved their trips.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hi, thanks so much for being here and subbing. :) I'm glad both of your parents could visit too. It's so great that you could do that. 🥳

[@exxtradionysiusprimoneon7581]

I would love to go to Japan I'm planning on taking the language here at Orange Coast College. When I was in the first grade my white teacher selected me out of all the other students to Don the kimono she was teaching us Asian culture. She was a well traveled lady Miss daily was and she really loved Japan and imported it to us Urban children. Nevertheless it did create a sort of teacher's pet mantra in my studies causing me to be envy by other students whom she never hardly ever picked only me for days on end while we studied. Your dissertation and your narrative is very special and your point of view is without guile and Malice which is I think a great representation of Japanese culture. My favorite culinary dish of the moment or Japanese fried chicken wings yummy delicious thank you for your videos.

[@Bob-xf8wi]

Your understanding of Japan and the Japanese are right on! Good work!

[@pascalking707]

So inspiring to see another person from Baltimore living good fr

[@Eeok]

Fr

[@lorylove492]

People don’t realize that how you look is also a factor in how people will treat you. She’s a very attractive girl so of course she would have nice experiences.

[@xoseanaxo5538]

Truee

[@mile_851]

?? So you think you had bad experiences because you're ugly? What do you even mean by that? Being pretty actually makes you be the "center of attention" and that attention can easily turn into sexual harassment. And beauty standards differ from race to race, so I wouldn't say she is nowhere near a beauty standard in Japan, she's just an average looking woman probably everywhere. But either way, what can make people have bad experiences are mainly being unaware of your surroundings and/or looking like an easy target (looking down, having earphones on, being thin, short, a woman, being very young or very old, being alone, etc). So nothing necesarily related to beauty. Your comment just makes you seem like you are jelous and are trying to find excuses. I've mostly heared good comment about Japan from different races, both sex's and people with different "levels" of beauty (to put it in a way).

[@reisnow80]

Japan is not korea that very care for looks

[@Eeok]

@@mile_851 they mean if your "ugly" or "average," you're going to have a bad experience possibly, especially if your foreign Though I'm not sure if that's true, it depends person to person .. And it doesn't sound like and excuse to me

[@cristinaestrella]

@@mile_851 I think what this person meant is the physical factors that go into what makes or breaks your experiences in foreign places. Every place has a certain beauty standard and what is considered to be outliers in any culture. Sometimes it is weight, someone who is thin might be considered more attractive than someone who is Fat. Sometimes it is style. Sometimes it is hair. Sometimes people are just outright racist and or ignorant. In any case physical attributes do play into experience and it isn’t necessarily a bad thing as you are implying right now. It’s just reality. Others just need to be aware that this could be a possibility when traveling and to prepare themselves for it.

[@rayane_.i602]

Going to Japan is literally my dream I really want to go there and enjoy the culture and the life there

[@HoodChicTheeSoloWorldTraveler]

You’re not pretty sis, you’re STUNNING! I’m visiting Tokyo in a week. I am so glad your video spoke on key points, like altering my perception and not knocking someone out for touching my hair or giggling at me and assuming I’m being mocked. Isn’t it sad to have to be this way 😢 thank God for bringing here 🩵🩵 God bless🩵🩵

[@vhopseok]

i always get so anxious walking in public in Okinawa not bc of my skin color (tan and im mexican American) but because of my inability to keep the peace in social crowds. To me it’s hard not to stare at things and i often want to stare at people and see the stores behind them. but people here I assume get so shy and avoid eye contact and i get so nervous thinking I’m making them uncomfortable. I also have a hard time being comfortable and i don’t enjoy my time out as much as I want too. I keep walking too fast so I don’t slow someone down but i really want to look at the details of the scenery and take my time.

[@HeartBreakHigh]

This was very interesting. What a lovely sunny day too ☀️ Your hair looks fabulous! I’ve subbed 👍🏾

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you so much!!

[@mskiara18]

Thank you for taking the time to create this video! Though I do not hear many stories of racism there, I have read some stories of foreigners not allowed in some stores and the stalking issues women go through in Japan which makes me hesitant to visit.

[@surrealurbanjungle6131]

Great narration. Nice video. You’re a star.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you so much! 😃

[@ria9425]

Great video, I’m glad I stumbled upon it! 😄 I’ll be staying in Tokyo for a week next month and the language barrier is starting to make me nervous (all I can say is “hello,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” and “where is the bathroom” lol). But I can’t wait! Subscribed! 😁

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Safe travels and best of luck! If you try to speak people are generally pleased ☺️

[@XjestR]

Definitely right about prep for a week stay, I did that but found it more enjoyable just exploring and doing things spontaneously

[@kanadiankorner]

I enjoyed your vid a lot. Great footage and insights. Loved that you chose Hava Nagila as your music near the end. It surprised me. Cool. 👍

[@d.martin4047]

Wow 😳this is great information. Especially about the do and don't bars and areas. Bless you

[@kintsugihabits403]

I'm so glad to see your channel growing 🙌🏾 💓

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you 🥰

[@saramatthews7159]

You're so gorgeous! I would love to visit Japan as a black American woman

[@isaacweatherington3558]

Please make more of these interactive videos of you and your experiences as yourself. Seriously love this.

[@krissym1175]

Can you please do a video for individuals who are planing to visit Japan for a week. Ideas on Hotels, Restaurants,shopping areas maybe even a price break down for a week stay in Japan. Please and thank you

[@mswright12u]

Yes, please. Thank you.

[@philesiaj.wilcox-bartsch6206]

I would have watched for hours, if there was more. This is my first time watching you. And I am now a new subbie.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thanks for subbing! There's more to come. :)

[@kamaboko1]

I think it depends on where you live or visit in Japan. Major cities like Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka (e.g., places with a million+ people) as a foreigner you'll largely go unnoticed. Of course there will be a few that give you a double take, but it doesn't happen all day long. Go to a small town like Shirakawa in Gifu prefecture then yes, you'll likely get some looks. I worked with a couple of black colleagues in Sapporo. We would frequently go out to dinner. By and large we went unnoticed walking around town or at restaurants. Japanese people are generally pretty busy with their own lives and focused on their own daily tasks. For these reasons gawking at foreigners is not a high priority. As for speaking Japanese, I found that Japanese people like it when they hear a foreigner speak their language. Even if you hack it up, the effort made is appreciated.

[@LoveHeavenly]

Love locs love too! Rocking it just like me😄😊

[@sonic66646]

Hmm I’m really glad to hear how you perceive Japan 😁 I think generally you were able to notice their real feelings when a lot of foreigners miss it. Thanks to that, you’re having good experiences! You said that your brain is working differently when you’re in a different country, but I know many people who couldn’t cross the line into that area. So I’m just very happy for you that you were able to see that what other foreigners are saying isn’t that true and to cross that line yourself and enjoy yourself a deserved and fun experience :) (Interestingly, when watching an Arabs in Japan interview, I realized this is what most of them also experienced. Maybe Arabs in Japan can relate to you)

[@Will2getfit]

Happy New Year and great video.

[@The1stClassVillain]

You moved from Baltimore to Japan. That’s quite a jump. I’m from south Baltimore and when love that.

[@LovingWarmth]

It's definitely not like China. People tried to make the excuse that all the staring is because of the country (China) being monoracial but other monoracial countries don't do all that staring....

[@reisnow80]

China and korea beauty standards is insane compare to Japan. They worship white skin more.

[@streetinscotland1225]

I have only visited Tokyo in Japan and I can't wait to come back and see more of that beautiful country. Great video 🙂

[@mariamart_0]

…I wish I can visit Shogawa Providence in Osaka… I wanna have a Japanese girl friend group and us going to Karaokes together dude 🥺

[@xavierresego4335]

Black women are beautiful

[@Avanaih]

I experience the same thing when I went to India. People would just stare at me . I guess it is because they have not seen a black person. Kudos to you for learning the language

[@rw9931]

I am Japanese and my husband is black American. Funny thing is he tells me that he often is stared by foreigners in Japan whereas most Japanese people usually mind their own business(Some people do look, but not disrespectfully). Particularly as a black man, there seems to be an implicit pressure to acknowledge each other with a head nod. The first time he walked around in Japan, a black man riding a bicycle passed by him and gave him a head nod. My husband, unaware of this unspoken rule, didn't nod back. The man on the bicycle then deliberately turned around and demanded a "black man's greeting." Ever since, he has been careful to return the gesture.

[@paulo2979]

Are you a pure japanese, was born in Japan? I thought japanese people didn't like to have a relationship with black people, specially women.

[@summertime11413]

It's so unusual for a girl from B'more to go and live in Japan! I think it's wonderful personally. I would never have guessed you were from B'more! 🇬🇧👍🏾UK

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hi! Actually, the crazy thing is, I keep running into people from Maryland. I have no idea what inspired so many of us to all come to Japan, but I can't get over it! I really want to find that common link to so many of us being here.

[@viaaki2247]

You are breathtaking ❤. Okay, back to the video!

[@Rebelliobsr]

This video is awesome. Please add Japanese subtitles to your videos. I'd love to share this video with my friends from Japan that aren't fluent in English. I hope they will be able to follow your videos alot easier

[@THENATTYNERD]

Fun and interesting vid as always 😃💯👌

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you, Servo! :D

[@AlluringKeys]

Thanks for this content i really wana go to japan but had so many questions and you answered all of them your awesome

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you 😃

[@trublacking8572]

Irony of you being stared at by foreign people like you're the stranger when you're a stranger just as much as they are as like really okay and I'm not saying you're stranger cuz I don't know if you've lived there now but you know what I'm saying

[@MarsD.06]

Totally unrelated but she’s so so pretty!!

[@catloverandminionbeliever]

pls the Baltimore Maryland part omg lol 😭😭 once you’ve been there you’ve seen it all

[@theblackjapanpodcast]

I would love to see this as an IRL stream eventually haha. Keep up the great work!

[@ItzAlial04]

I was recommended your channel and I just have to say I already love it !! You earned a new sub from me ❤

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank youuuuu! :D

[@savagezilla]

Girl when you went home and said "I need a crab cake" I was like "she must be from Maryland. Then here you said you're from Baltimore (baldamore in the accent, lol) Hey sis! Fellow "Baldamore" girl but living in NYC! Japan is on my bucket-list and I'll definitely be there for a visit within the next 2 years!!

[@kelciusminor423]

I enjoyed this!! I plan on going someday.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

THank you! Please do! 😀

[@thesippinlounge]

Great video. You had me at Baltimore, MD. Lol. Loved it. Great information.

[@qaidikramuddin]

おはようございます。えにむさん。 I'm glad I found your channel. Although you have have a much bigger claim to say what you're saying about Japan since you live there, I agree with you absolutely. I was there for a month (based in Asakusa but also traveled to Kyoyo and Osaka) and that was my experience. I think it's based on the energy one exudes and mindset; if you go around with preconceived notions of how people are and will treat you based on being a gaijin, that's the kind of energy you'll attract even if people mask their feelings. What I've noticed is that if you're kind and respectful to people, in this case the people of japan, and you make an effort to learn a bit of Japanese and some of their culture, you always have good experiences in general and people open up and show their appreciation. Of course there's the occasional salty person. I had so many beautiful experiences. One time I was in a train and an older man came in and was standing because of no space. I got up and offered him my seat; the man was so grateful and nearly came to tears. There was a young Japanese girl sitting directly opposite to where I was sitting but she had no care in the world to move for him. The man started saying something to an old woman that was sat next to me before I moved. I saw that they were talking about the girl. I could tell that they were saying something along the likes of, ''She's Japanese and knows our customs but she was not bothered to offer her seat that a foreigner had to be more Japanese than her.'' This video was was good and hilarious at some parts. I think those dudes were staring at you because they like what they see but don't have the guts to approach you (not kidding). 😅The women were probably just jealous (kidding). I intend to make Japan my home too. I plan to go at the end of the year for my second round of scouting. The friends I've made there send me subtle hints from time to time to come back. Anyway, keep up the good work. Looking forward to future videos. 頑張。

[@bruh-js7tz]

off topic, but i love your outfit so much 😭 ur so fashionable ✨✨

[@maya356556]

Your outfit is so cute btw!❤

[@phaze4proximity339]

Wow just found your channel and I can’t stop watching. Your videos are interesting and cool. I will soon be stationed in Japan this makes me even more excited being someone of color, to see how ppl react/treat you. Honestly it seems better than the states.

[@_Forever555]

Yeah foreigners can be really rude.. though I did notice also some Asian (not sure if Japanese) men checking their pockets as if I pick pocketed them even though I am standing more than 6 feet away from them 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bubblegumBitc]

sorry for my comment not being exactly about the video but I'm learning English and loved how you speak!!!!!

[@opheliad7452]

This pop up on my screen Am loving your story. New subscribers here. Appreciate your channel.

[@davesuccess]

I wish you had more content. I love the videos you have

[@jojoone1099]

Great language learning tips!

[@GracefullyGlow]

I've always wanted to go to Japan. Simply because I am obsessed with Japanese culture, the food, the traditions, the language etc. But I have grown a fear of going simply because I am a black woman. I won't let that stop me though, I only have one life and I will experience the joys of Japan, because I know that not everyone there has hatred towards me. I am sure their are lovely people. Micro agressions, racism etc isn't going to stop me from having fun. I will continue to study Japanese culture and language and continue to learn and respect the country in all it's flaws and beauty. At the same time I feel like because black people stand out that's why they stare, it might not necessarily be racism I'm not sure. But I love Japan with my heart and I can't wait to go there one day.

[@jonesr227]

That was a good analysis, that is, bringing into discussion tatemae and honne.

[@aaliyahdjb]

Your my inspiration to learn the language and go live there one day 😭😭💗

[@munaosman7563]

Love your videos 😍💕

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Thank you 🥰

[@leahmadalyn]

Girl you are VERY fluent!!!!!!!!!

[@saint4105]

Baltimore comment spoke to me being from the area, hoping to get stationed over there.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hey, hon! 😃

[@elysiumcore]

I can hear the yaki imo ( baked sweet potato) vendor in the background lol 🤣 love that chant he does - spot on Japan is a cool place , people let you be, I never encountered racism

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

YASSS!! That's why I was smiling!! That's sooo iconic in Japan, right?!! Hahahaha. You're the first person to catch that! 🤣

[@gritzbacon]

The guy she gave her business card to is def trying to take her out ☺️

[@kathygriffith5164]

For sure. He was very good looking.

[@Bunny2319b]

Whenever I think of Japan & traveling there? It always gives me social anxiety just by thinking about being stared at… just for being Hispanic. But I do hope I learn Japanese this year and get to travel with my friends soon👀❤️beautiful country

[@adeteirigaray859]

People stare at those they consider beautiful and you have a rare beauty! Be proud of it! 💕

[@Bunny2319b]

Yeah I’m pretty sure that one guy made it pretty clear haha😂 1:19

[@xtragum6810]

people don't necessarily stare because you're pretty or ugly, they just stare because you look different. I'm not even that attractive but im a half foreigner in the philippines, so people stare, they're just curious probably cause they don't see much foreigners.

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you for the information

[@ericmanso7355]

How did u learn Japanese Trying for years, but get discouraged and busy with life Love there culture and anime

[@ronstallworth9421]

How do you guys take care of your hair in Asia? I’m genuinely curious.

[@DreaPoetic]

Wait a minute, ur from Baltimore? Say less. U just got a new subbie. Greetings from Northeast Baltimore ^.^ Also just to add. Went to Thailand a few years ago and it was the Korean visitors that stared and asked (stole) photos of us with the Thai ppl shooing them away. So that's very relatable.

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Hey! Thanks for subbing, fellow Baltimorean. :D I hope to go to Thailand sometime soonnnnn

[@t0adstoolll]

I am so glad I found this video. As someone who’s always wanted to travel to Japan, I’ve been wondering how they’d treat foreigners (being a mixed person myself). Thanks for sharing this :)

[@Nothereforit174]

You being mixed is irrelevant unless you’re saying you’re half Japanese specifically

[@t0adstoolll]

@@Nothereforit174 I think you misunderstood, I am mixed race black and white. Though I look black from a glance. I was saying this video is helpful because I was wondering how travel to Japan would be as a black person. I should have clarified lol

[@Reia_Shi]

Hold up, did sis include boy asking for her number and then gave him her business card? 😭😭 I’m hollering

[@NaomiLaBonita]

I've studied Japanese for half my life (I'm in my 30's) and I'm still nowhere near fluent, but i can communicate with my Japanese friends. Sadly I've never been to Japan, but I plan to come soon.

[@goodvibration4298]

I learned so much! Thanku

[@EnimsLifeinJapan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Vdub481]

Ur an inspiration!