5 Ways Japan has Changed My Life in America

[@SergeiTheAnarch]

I can't speak for the other viewers ,but I'd like to see more content from you regardless of whether it's about Japan or not. Just my two cents.

[@AventuraLuver]

You're so well spoken and I love hearing you talk!!!

[@euomu]

+Marla Singer Well, she is/was an English teacher.

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Classified. Haha, I *was* an English teacher. Nowadays, I'm teaching Computer Imaging (basic Photoshop/design) at UTD. Though my students are surprised by how much I care about their grammar in art critique papers...

[@euomu]

kawaiijutsu That sounds interesting! I hope you're enjoying your current job. It sounds like you do! Do you think you'll ever go back to Japan, or was it just a one-time thing? Either way, I hope you'll still upload some videos from time to time.

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Classified. I absolutely love my job and the research I carry out now. My main focus is creating a digital education system for those with autism spectrum disorder. And I still love teaching, especially the insane kids I get now lol. I will likely go back to Japan and visit, cause there are so many friends I miss there and lots of food I need to eat again. But I don't think I'll go back to live there...I'm excited about my life right now, and ready to do things like have a family, keep on being a professor, etc.

[@9duckman9]

+kawaiijutsu Hi, you probably don't remember me but we were on Interac training together. You did a back flip I seem to remember. came across your channel by accident. anyway, hi :)

[@Lysander45]

I have to pause the video to make this comment, which I shall come back to edit if the need arises. Yes, peeps came to this channel for the J-vlogging. But, they stick around because they want to hear your perspective on...well, anything. Individual perspectives and all that. Tl;dr they come for Japan but stay for the person aka You.

[@OldFrog7]

I second this, we watch because we like your "brand" of content. If I was only here to learn about Japan then I'd probably have found a more popular channel and satiated my inner weeaboo. But you adequately differentiated yourself to make your channel, in my opinion, well worth watching, for informational content as well as all the silly karaoke and whatnot.

[@desfegtesao]

So cool video , we missed you !

[@elliemasonn]

I am fan of your videos, the way you present things and topics you discuss. Please, keep making new videos doesn't matter if they are about Japan or not.

[@Stjaernljus]

i'm here because you are good at making videos that are interesting regardless of the subject.

[@Knuxsega]

Having visited japan a years back, I can really relate to the stuff you said. Was enlightening.

[@aime1517]

I was so thrilled to see that you posted again!I love your videos and just listening to your thoughts and perspectives, whether about Japan or not. It was wonderful to see you again! :)

[@haikaido]

Yeah ill have to hop on the bandwagon in the comments here and agree that Id be fine with whatever video content you would like to put out. Always enjoyed your videos.

[@NasikaSakura]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES!!!! I AM SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU UPLOAD AGAIN! It's too late at night for me to sit and watch the whole video, but I am so excited to watch this when I have time this week! WEEEEE!!! THANK YOU!

[@altkaren3323]

You're one of my favorite KZbinrs and I'm so glad you decided to come back. I do agree with a lot of the other users who have commented similar things: we came for Japan-related content, we stayed for Mary. Your approach to presenting information and just having fun while doing it makes it fun to watch your videos. Regardless of whether or not you continue to make Japan-related content, I shall continue to watch. But there is one video you still owe us, and that is JET vs. Interac part two!

[@kawaiijutsu]

This is true... That outline for a video still sits on my computer... I haven't made it cause it's one of those "do I have the time to sit down for 5 hours and do this? Ehhh,probably not." dat grad school life lol

[@dragonneth]

I've missed you and your interesting videos. It's great to see you again :)

[@p3rf3ctl1ght]

Yay! Welcome back! I think i'm speaking for more than just myself(at least I hope >.

[@Limastudent]

You can leave Japan but Japan will never leave you. Never. It haunts even in your dreams and I am forever homesick for it.

[@Sundayonthefarm]

I think I came across your videos on accident years ago and have enjoyed watching all of them even though I wasn't ever planning on going to Japan. I think I was pulled in by your intelligence and speaking style. Now I just like to see what your up to and root for your success in whatever path you take.

[@johnnyyoshida6504]

Hey, I would love to hear more from you and I'm sure that I'm not alone here! You still have so much experience from Japan and in Japanese that you could show us!

[@Mz-ui]

Heya missed your postings!

[@michaelwatson113]

First, thank you for your videos teaching Japanese. You've been very helpful. And, then, thanks for this particular video. After spending a month in Japan, including some time studying and experiencing the language and culture of that country, I get where you're coming from in terms of the good things that we can learn from the Japanese people. I also like your very down to earth style. I feel that you are not putting on airs, that you're not fake, that if I were to be so fortunate as to sit down with you over a beverage, that the person you present on KZbin would be the person in front of me at the table. And genuine is best.

[@sotamari]

I'm so glad your back!

[@MrBirzer]

You've come a long way since I first saw you and I've always found your perceptive perspective very interesting. Thanks for reminding us about the small, good things of life that are so beautiful and, unfortunately, so ignored by most of us. A lack of expression for one's appreciation can indeed lead one into a lackadaisical attitude of pathetic apathy. Your insight and advice are refreshing. Thanks again!

[@Bar0qu3m0ng3r]

Love this stuff; thanks for making another great video!

[@shawndasilva]

Having lived in Japan for 2.5 years , returned to America for 4, and then lived in Japan for another 2 years....... I have to say, I fully agree with everything you said in this video. 🙌🏼

[@lilghostantenna]

I've missed your videos! I feel like this video is exactly what I needed today.

[@okpank]

Seriously spot on and amazing! I love it! At least in my mind! I try to live by the ways you've learned and experienced! I've yet to travel abroad, yet I've met such people I could learn good ways to appreciate and do things in a way that look nice. And the idea of being berried inside a device verses looking around you is so real! Love life, it's full of infinite possibilities! A vastness and beauty! I like it! I like it a lot! Moped it up! Ugh! Believe It!

[@vincentmiller6773]

That's an awesome picture above your bed!

[@CarolynnMarkey]

very interesting :) MORE VIDEOS PLEASE (if you want to that is) and thank you for the update. And you are right about the looking nice. Japan is totally interested in ascetics!

[@LinathePink]

I feel very strongly on a lot of this, myself. Watching anime and studying and learning about Japanese culture has made me think about and appreciate things and people so much more. It's made me reflect on the effects that my own actions or words have. And it just blows my mind sometimes, how some people can be so inconsiderate and disrespectful. But it's also good to know that there are still kind, caring people out there, and I hope that starts to become more common again in time.

[@xMoonlitSims3]

I really hope that you'll continue to do videos and try to get back into it again. I didn't come for the J-vlogging. I just like hearing what you think on subjects and learning about things that I didn't know before. Honestly, this video has helped a little bit because of some of the things that you said in it. Like paying more attention to the things around you and how people's time is precious. Those really are things that people take for granted a lot anymore. Anyway, I hope you're doing well. :) And have a safe and happy holiday season. ^-^

[@SapphireWolf1996]

I missed your videos. It's good to see you again. ^o^

[@Jerry58355]

I appreciate this video :)

[@tenn4897]

Hmmm from 11:25 till the end, well said... Thanks, nice to see a video from you again :P

[@3DJapan]

Long time no see. :) The students at the end reminded me of a time when I was in 3D animation school. This was a school specifically for 3D animation and visual effects (daveschool.com) but they had a guy come in to talk about 2D animation software, basically because he showed up at the door. Everyone there thought it was a complete waste of time since we never did 2D animation. So I can sort of see where the students were coming from. On the other hand when I went to a more general art school I had a strong feeling that doing any one kind of art can help you with other forms of art. So you never know, maybe what this guy was talking about might have been helpful, even if they didn't want to go into that field.

[@Nischi1985]

As someone who has lived in Japan I also feel I've changed. I felt your observations were very true to me as well, especially the part about the importance of time, as well as keeping stuff tidy, or making sure it looks nicely presented, or a task done with care. My wife whom I met there, carries this with her as well, she spends a lot of time doing things many would probably think is not practical, but I think it's important none the less. One thing that comes to mind that she does is that she says "good bye" to her old stuff when they have done their "job", like old shoes etc :)

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Christoffer Callegård haha, its true...I do find myself caring about inanimate objects more, as does my fiance...like when my moped got a flat tire, watching it get repaired, I cared like I would if a friend was in the hospital...I have no idea what part of Japan brings that on though, or if both your wife and I are minorly insane haha

[@JoyCh155]

Instead of making jvlogs and such, you could make videos comparing what you notice is different between the two cultures(like this video), on the differences between the two languages, and probably just about anything you can think of, such as vlogging, or other videos. I have seen your videos before, but I don't remember if I subscribed before today or not, but I can honestly say from the comments, that the people who actively watch you videos are looking for your perspective on things. I also thought that you were great at teaching kanji. It helped me a lot, since I have an understanding of Japanese grammar(I only need to look up particle usage because it's a very foreign to a native English speaker and there's plenty of them) and kana. I haven't watched all the videos yet, since they're longer videos. I hope that you're doing well!

[@zengenxers]

Long time no see, I love watching your videos! :-)

[@mafuyu22]

Interesting... I'll definitely take these lessons with me :)

[@deemon710]

I was going to make a quick comment about how much I agree with what you're saying and how even if it's not Japan-related I'm still interested in watching content from you. But then I saw everyone else saying the same thing much more eloquently. So I wrote this instead.

[@mittensmacks9239]

The more I watch video about Japanese culture, the more I like how they go about certain things. Seems like a good place to visit!! I agree with you, from what Ive seen in your and others J-log videos, on how american culture is fast paced, shallow and impatient.

[@puteraslayer]

Thank you your awesome and you talk about japan n general.Teen how are 18 there mind are so fresh they don't know what they same as me when i was 18. From Malaysia

[@rarie4819]

You are so lucky that u even could study in japan,sorry for my english but you are amazing :)

[@mrsatan2229]

Good to see your still alive. XD

[@MrZachray1621]

Yay I'm glad you're back! Big hugs! I hope we can stay in contact somehow! :D

[@PokemaniacAaron]

Not sure if your active anymore but if you hop on I would like to know if you will be going back to Japan to vacation or visit? I began following you 4 years ago while planning a trip to Japan. I liked it so much after my first trip I went back and began looking to work there. I Made a total of 4 visits and saw various parts of the country. While it never worked out I miss it at times and I would love to go back. It has been 2 and a half years maybe more since I visited. In my head I feel it is a waste to go back but I cannot shake the feeling of wanting to see more of Japan.

[@L7997]

wow mary! i wish I was your student since i wish to do tech and art. but i guess i'll figure it out. I intend to tackle japan and get into game development too. it'd be great if you could post videos about the topics you try to teach as a professor.

[@christianselberg1443]

Its sad that you won't be making many more vids on KZbin, but i hope you are happy and well In US Mary :)

[@1987rx7guy]

I hope you carry on with your channel in some way. Miss your posts

[@JohnSmith-iz5ht]

Nice to see you making a new video. Could you please do one about what changed for you when you went from "Teaching is great in Japan" to "Teaching sucks" in the two years?

[@kawaiijutsu]

+John Smith I never thought teaching itself sucks...I teach now at university and I still love it. But the Japanese educational system has always had those problems...I never purported to say they didn't. I went into the JET program aware of those problems, but seeing them affect the students myself got to be a little rough. That's not to say nowhere else has its problems, but I think it's ridiculous how no one feels they can criticize Japan's education when tons of sources inside of Japan see it's failure rates, ESPECIALLY when you compare their English education to those of Korea and China.

[@TheMarkolinoeLauchan]

Nice video! :)

[@sithisrants4154]

I don't know why you deleted your video "4 Things About Living in Japan (that you don't see coming)" That was one of my favorites and it kind of bummed me out when you closed the comment section. I liked how you talked about the convenience stores and put AKB48s Heavy Rotation to horror music. That video was hilarious and informative. I don't know why you took it down, but that really was a cool video.

[@kawaiijutsu]

I didn't actually. Because of that heavy rotation clip and new copyright rules from the akb producers, the clip is now only available in japan

[@sithisrants4154]

Oh, sorry. I just noticed that AKB was blocked in the U.S.

[@pacificglass6173]

You really double sold me on japan now

[@Siknik64]

Hey, you should make more videos. Maybe trying vlogging in America? I don't know, others do it.

[@endrankluvsda4loko172]

I need to move to Japan!

[@japanesenaokila6520]

とても良い話ですね。

[@linkz317]

you should still do the learning japanese videos. Maybe you should join you now so people can ask you question and practice understand their japanese

[@TwiSteDCBloSsoM]

The respect portion to teachers and providers is the notion I wish would transfer over here as I work in a college as IT to keep the campus going, but there is literally no respect or car for any of us that work there other than from the faculty themselves. It's rather depressing sometimes. On another note I had to point out I have the same pillow case. All the colorful stripes!

[@kawaiijutsu]

+TwiSteDCBloSsoM haha, i do like that pillowcase. I used to work for IT at UT Dallas too, and yeah, no one really knew we existed unless they needed help, which is normal. But then when they needed help, a lot were as rude as humanly possible.

[@glyphknightmax]

Actually, because of finding your videos and certain conversation partners I met (all in the same semester of college), I submitted an application to JET this month. A lot of people automatically assume I think Japan is the holy land or something, that I think it's like in anime... I've studied abroad there already, as a trial before I decided to apply, and it was all as expected. I didn't choose Japan because of anime. Honestly, anime could have come from China and I wouldn't go there. I chose Japan for so many reasons, partly because of my veteran grandfather talking about it, partly because I enjoy the language and culture, etc, ad nauseam. Anime's a bonus. A lot of my expectations were tempered by the same people that showed me the path I'm choosing, you and my conversation partners from back then. I have you to thank, then, in part for the opportunity.

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Max7238 I hope you get in! If you make it to the interview phase, make sure to mention those aspects that drew you to Japan, and what you would bring from Japan on into the rest of your future! That'll make all the difference!

[@nothanniballecktor9633]

Wow, you made a video. Missed ya. You should keep youtubing even if you don't be japan. (I know, terrible grammar, but hey)

[@nothanniballecktor9633]

Are you going to do more Philosibles in the future?

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Paradox Planet A lot of people...really didn't like those it seemed lol. Plus, Vincent doesn't talk to me much anymore after those...he got really busy I think, or maybe he hated the things I said that much. Either way, I've lost my cohost, so those wouldn't be fun without him.

[@nothanniballecktor9633]

Then is there still a plan for what you're going to be doing in the future?

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Paradox Planet Like I said at the start, I probably won't update KZbin much...I feel I don't have much to add when it comes to JVlogging anymore. If I want to talk about other things, I'd probably start a new channel that's dedicated to that, rather than making lots of people here unhappy by posting about unrelated things. My plan for the future is I currently work as a professor at UT Dallas, teaching design and photoshop and the like. I also conduct research on improving digital education, especially related to autism spectrum disorder. I wamt to continue on doing both of those things. I also do swing dance and kung fu, and want to have a family, etc. :P

[@nothanniballecktor9633]

kawaiijutsu Ok, that sounds awesome and busy. But hey, if you keep making videos I'll keep watching them.

[@TokyoSilver]

cool vid = LOVE

[@rocket007ist]

Keep making videos.

[@mixolydianmode7]

What happened to your philosophy vids?

[@Krieghandt]

So sad, seeing how far you've fallen, having to teach at STD, I mean UTD ;) Glad to see you back, are you transitioning into the computer world? I do admit, as a bicyclist, I like to drive with my windows down in my car. Even when I lived in Phoenix, and it was 110, I would have my windows down (and the AC on, I'm not that crazy) . Speaking of Phoenix, they only have 2 seasons, Hot and Gonna be Hot. You should post more, it took me a minute to figure out who kawaiijutsu was.,

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Krieghandt haha, I actually really like UTD. Also, my undergrad degree was in UI design, so computers were actually my original focus? Japan and teaching were like side interests...now computers and teaching are my main focuses. Texas doesn't sound too far off of Phoenix, but at least we have the chance of snow one day a year. Typically in April, because nothing makes sense here.

[@Krieghandt]

Phoenix is a lot hotter, and a lot drier. And no tornadoes, cotton mouths, or copper heads. And no dog days of August. Man I hated the dog days of August.

[@thelightseeker94]

The hand gestures got pretty violent at the end. You think you enjoy slow life now do it while listening to Nujabes Departure. Takes it to another level. Or when its raining outside and you look out the window and imagine your in a music video. I wish I commented more when you were still active on YT.Oh well.

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Jthe Lightseeker Haha, I think my hand gestures ramped up as I got more back into the swing of things...it really is weird to suddenly sit down in front of a camera and talk to it like it's a real person lol. Takes some imagination to really act like you're talking to people. I do like Nujabees! My favourite of theirs is Aruarian Dance :D

[@lVlegabyte]

One thing that really caught my eye about your channel is your "cut the bullshit" attitude. I like the Japanese things you did, but that was the side rather than the main order. I could listen to you speak about anything with that.

[@sneak2attack]

Can anyone help me find Vincent's channel ?

[@kawaiijutsu]

It's arcanestatic

[@jacksonblack9408]

Mary!

[@kaibaskywalker2725]

#1 pearl harbor

[@yamahaU3]

Aren't Japanese the ones who rarely show sincere emotions in front of others?

[@Tamacat388]

+yamahaU3 I think only in school or work environments. Everywhere else sounds like a people in the southern parts of the US in terms of friendliness and courtesy.

[@kawaiijutsu]

+yamahaU3 That is a work/school thing, where people act professionally. My colleagues, when we weren't in front of students and just in the staff room between classes, finished for the time being with work, would have lots of good conversations. And of course, my friends around town would have conversations with me all the time.

[@Altcapball]

Because its not China.

[@911Salvage]

That's all fine and nice, but you didn't make your bed. It's a sore to the eyes.

[@kawaiijutsu]

You're a sparkling ray of sunshine, aren't you?

[@Popikawaii]

"If they can't grow it, they have to import it. And that's expensive." Economics 101 fail. :D

[@kawaiijutsu]

+Popikawaii Not saying economics is my strong suit, or that I was going into a lot of details, but Japan isn't a country known for its abundance of natural resources. They import A LOT of things, and that is expensive.

[@Popikawaii]

OMG! I watched all your videos a few years ago, and now I got a personal response! OMG! I'm so happy. :') For entertaining me through my Uni days, let me enlighten you with my economic sledgehammer. The cost of imported goods is irrelevant. They could assign lots of land for agriculture, at the cost of factories. However since their factories produce much more value per unit of work, it means that by importing food they can assign more people to work in sectors that produce more value than agriculture. That means that the value earned by keeping people in factories and importing food is a net positive value gain for society. Long story short, importing food creates wealth in Japan! M I N D B L O W N On a side note, most countries with an abundance of natural resources are quite poor ;-)

[@Altcapball]

It seems fairly cler you must move back and resume doing realtalk.

[@extremeprosound]

Boooooooring!