Are Japanese Countrysides Welcoming To Foreigners?

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[@takashiifromjapan]

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[@asmrenjoyer4]

The black/mixed girl is really pretty and she has a cute voice❤

[@elianahadassah1197]

YES, i love her too❤

[@mai_sakurajima_._]

Real

[@monkeking8604]

Fr, black/japanese is always stunning

[@BJ_GAMES2]

Yeah I go to school there it’s cool to see some people from your school

[@BJ_GAMES2]

Arigato nii-chan

[@okitasan]

lol the girl eating the slice of watermelon is in her own summer anime

[@lephant5]

I was wondering why she was just holding a bitten slice of watermelon 🍉

[@wintersui]

Exactly

[@alexjack5158]

1:31 The 2 finger salute got me lol she’s like in a scene from a Wes Anderson movie.

[@user-ib5mx8ro4k]

Or fried chicken

[@stepanvrana88]

@@user-ib5mx8ro4k Well well well...

[@pynkhunnybunny]

Melanie is BREATHTAKING& her voice is so calming! She could be a voice actor & model 🤩

[@voceflor9955]

Yessss Melanie is princess ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@skarro608]

If someone finds her @ hmu

[@Marcel_Audubon]

the Jersey guy: "They make, like, rice out here!!" 🤣 Iove his enthusiasm!

[@jody024]

Fun fact: Japan imports most of its rice. From the US, Thailand, China, Taipei, and Pakistan.

[@jsurfin1]

@@jody024 Imported rice only accounts for 1% of total direct consumption in Japan. It is mainly used for processed food production, animal feed and foreign aid. Most Japanese supermarkets do not stock imported rice and that's a fact.

[@alifc1082]

Cultivating rise in natural fields is really interesting so to see it for the first time...

[@osdiab]

@@jsurfin1yeah, I live here and I almost never see foreign rice in supermarkets.

[@yo2trader539]

@@jody024 Fun Fact: We produce more rice than we consume...and it's been government policy for decades to reduce rice production. It's called GENTAN (減反) in Japan.

[@dmitria8]

Oh, the black Japanese girl is the most adorable human on this Earth.

[@noelalmanza2685]

I actually attended this school during the 2023 winter course, and it truly is worth every penny. It is the experience of a lifetime. 100% recommend anyone who wishes to be introduced to rural Japan or Japan in general.

[@raichou101]

Is it possible/worth going there without any japanese at all? And did you use the shared room they offer or did you just went to a hotel around that area? Overall it's quite expensive that's why I'm asking.

[@TheOfficial_CommanderShepherd]

You have a time machine 🤔 it is September 25th 2023🤷🏾‍♂️ Edit: I just went to the school’s website and saw their courses. My American brain thought of the courses here in the states and how the semesters run. ごめんなさい

[@BJ_GAMES2]

Yeah I go to school there now and what you say is absolutely true

[@noelalmanza2685]

@raichou101 Yes, it is possible to go without any Japanese at all. The people who run the school speak English. Although, from my experience, I would recommend at least learning a little Japanese before you go as it will elevate the experience. I stayed in the share house, which will be the cheapest option. You can choose between a solo or a shared room. Just be aware that a solo room will be a little more expensive as these are actual houses and not dorms.

[@noelalmanza2685]

@sayian82 haha yeah, no I Went at the start of 2023 in February it's still winter at that time.

[@thechildfromthevillage]

Seeing the dude from Patterson is actually very inspirational and heartfelt. Patterson is one of the rougher cities on the east coast. A lot of crime and violence there I’m from Philly I remember I went out there for a friends funeral and I was surprised on how shady some of the parts were and that’s means a lot coming from a city like mine. I wish that man much success in his life and time in Japan.

[@sugarrae2743]

Yea me too I’m from Paterson and this was a random video I came across so that’s cool

[@JaeDee123]

As a jersey girl I agree!

[@JanusXAlvarenga]

I'm a Bmore guy here. We're a bit away but much of the same issues. Much love to anyone from the streets trying to make an honest life out there. It's not easy, but folks from our blocks are cut from diamond. And my dude here is making it work on the other side of the fucking world. We got this, y'all.

[@thechildfromthevillage]

@@JanusXAlvarenga ✊🏼

[@user-fp2fl9ul2e]

These cities are nearly as trash as the residents. Stay far away from Japanese civilization. Please. They dont need the crack smoke and rigormortis smells waking them up everyday

[@netnomad47]

That girl eating the watermelon is the cutest thing I've seen all day 😂

[@sophiavillalobos9809]

She’s such a beautiful human. Sending you love and more love from Texas. And to the bullies across the world, be kind.

[@ifyouknow2323]

That’s a man

[@LoopyLemon775]

@@ifyouknow2323 Reset yourself

[@trliy]

@@LoopyLemon775 ☠☠☠

[@_lil_lil]

My mother was also from Okinawa, she's also half Japanese, but also half white (British and Irish American). I'm so sad she was bullied growing up, having experienced it (for having ADHD and being weird) I know that can really mess with your self esteem. I hope Melanie is living her best life, she seems sweet.

[@ArlecchinoAKAFather]

Was your grandfather in the army?

[@yo2trader539]

I've know idea whether the girl in the video attended US schools on military bases or local Japanese schools in Okinawa and Fussa (Yokota). But everybody in Okinawa knows that 1/4 of Okinawa civilians were killed in the War. Many in strongly resent US military bases, especially with so much crimes. For historical reasons, dependents of US military will always be treated differently from locals. It's actually stupid and naive for anybody to think otherwise.

[@_lil_lil]

@@ArlecchinoAKAFather in the US Navy

[@frankb3467]

And you are white?

[@_lil_lil]

@@frankb3467 3/4, 1/4 Japanese

[@Donniegutz]

The mixed girl is so cute!! I hope she lives a good life

[@macybabe]

guys someone knows her IG account?

[@NomadJoe0323]

That guy from New Jersey is really New Jersey! Wouldn’t expect him to be at that school but that’s cool 👍

[@meeks1201]

Patterson at that too!

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Ah, Akita-prefecture is so beautiful. And it’s telling that people there are much ‘friendlier’ to non-Japanese residents than places overrun with tourists. One thing to keep in mind though, is that this kind of situation is pretty specific. I mean, (seemingly) short-term residents of the area who are here for a specific reason. If we were to ask medium and long-term foreign residents of rural areas we would get different kinds of answers. My own experience (20 years in Mie Prefecture) has been mostly great. But here, it all comes down to shared activities and ‘service’. If you regularly take part in community roles and events, for example, you will be accepted as a community member. If not…then not so much. Anyway, I think this language school featured in the video provides a great experience for students there. An excellent way to experience Japan!

[@lowkeyconvert8971]

country folk anywhere in the world tend to be more friendly and chatty to anyone. i think it's because there's more of a sense of community, it's less people dense and if you see something new and different, it piques your curiosity and interest and it's not often you will get foreigners in the countryside compared with the cities.

[@etherdog]

Jordan, the point you make about long-term residents joining in service is something I've seen on other channels, too (but oddly, not yours 🙂) It is good for you and good for building community.

[@opensamentododia4499]

Rural life in Japan is pleasant. The people are nice and calm!

[@zephgamez]

When I visited Japan recently, I spent a lot of time in the countryside and it was my favorite. Great to see a perspective on foreigners living there.

[@jame254]

I was in Okinawa lol.

[@earlysda]

Very few of the foreigners in this video live in the countryside. People treat you differently if they see you as a visitor than they do if they see you as a resident.

[@jab3020]

​@@earlysda like every human being for every turists in their neighbourhood

[@takashiifromjapan]

If you have any experience of visiting rural Japan or going to any kind of language school, please share your opinion!

[@specialk9999]

The most いなか place I have been to is しずおか. That’s where my dad is from and a lot of his family still live there. I’m hafu and my experiences visiting there were all good. People in しずおか are friendly.

[@earlysda]

I had private lessons at a small language school, and it was great as it was 100% tailored for me. Rural Japan is nice, quiet, and people are a bit friendly to tourists, but once you live there, you find out quickly that you are to follow everything they say or your life will be made difficult.

[@VagnerSh]

I have been living in Gifu for +10 years. I really prefer living in the countryside in Japan instead of a big city like Tokyo and Osaka. Life here is less expensive, I spend 15min from home to work, and in general, people here seem to be more friendly.

[@earlysda]

@@VagnerShThat's nice, Vagner. It's just that it is hard to find work in rural Japan. Pay is low too, but that's everywhere in Japan.

[@VagnerSh]

@@earlysda Yes. exactly. That is the downside of living in the countryside. For me, it works nice, since I work remotely for other companies overseas. I have some friends who are teachers and business owners, but most of them work on factories.

[@awarepenguin3376]

An adorable woman eating the cutest slice of watermelon ever. They say real life Japan doesn't look like an anime, and then you show me this??

[@spongebracket]

Lol it really depends on the area

[@YanetAbanto]

You mean,are you Nagatoro?😅

[@SmithBSmith210]

She is not a woman she is a little girl you pervert.

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

​@@sonbon9762holy???like she is saint wtf

[@ChadGardenSinLA]

It's actually rude to eat while walking in Japan.

[@maditobin2186]

I studied at AIU in Akita and it was the most amazing experience, they really emphasized community integration and cultural exchange.Locals are so friendly, the countryside is beautiful It’s sad that Akita doesn’t usually get much attention

[@Mardigraz718]

Very smart girl! And absolutely beautiful! I wish she got a better reception when she was here! She would have THRIVED in NYC!

[@user-hy3ng5ei8k]

タカシ君、あなたは若いのにいつもインタビューがとても上手で、痒いところに手が届くというか、しっかりポイントを突いて質問出来ていて、しかし同時に失礼がなくとても好感がもてます。

[@user-fc8hd6kh2f]

❤

[@Ronda00]

Oh wow!!!! He’s actually from my hometown!!! Just by him speaking upon his experience has me so elated!!!!!!! I’m happy for him… for all of them truly, but especially him!

[@joecab1]

What a great idea for a video. I liked everyone but I really loved the guy from Jersey! I can’t believe how much work he did before coming and how much he appreciated all of it once he was there.

[@iflores8907]

Yesss i completely agree with you! He’s the perfect example of the saying “you can’t judge a book by its cover” I love when ppl are a wild surprise just being their authentic selves! And l love miss Fanny 🍉pack’s style and grace. I wish my voice was dainty like that. Whoever bullied her was probably super jealous and insecure. She is way too cool to just be at any ol school lol

[@JericBrual]

I’m from New Jersey, but I’ve been living out of state for the last few months, so seeing someone so local featured in this video (especially with his Jersey accent!) is so surreal in the best way possible

[@alkayamassaly4185]

The Jersey guy couldn't be more Jersey, he is 100% Jersey.

[@HarryLakshan]

Rural Japan is so beautiful ❤

[@earlysda]

But it is often made difficult to live in by the people there, and without a car, is hard to get around in.

[@meansnas]

The mixed girl is super pretty!! Love her dainty voice!! ❤😍

[@awarepenguin3376]

Melanie Fan Club right here fellas. ❤Please give the US another chance we will behave this time .

[@fixpacifica]

Which one was Melanie? I don't remember anyone saying anything negative about the US.

[@anuvette]

​@@fixpacificashe's the one with a slice of watermelon she said she was bullied really badly in America

[@nico5179]

I went to a Japanese language school last year for 6 months in Kyoto. And the experience was honestly dreadful. Nothing wrong with teachers and classmates, but the method of teaching is just stressful and un practical. U just have to memorize kanjis and sentences and do exams and make loads of homework. I did improve my Japanese from practically zero to JLPTN5, but I would not repeat the same experience again. This School is actually what I’m looking for, and maybe I will enroll in it in the future.

[@c.m.1537]

The NJ man @ 2:00 kind of confirms this. Back in the day.. same issue for me

[@kierz79]

I went to a language school in Tokyo and was lucky it was actually quite enjoyable. It focused more on conversation and day to day to vocab rather than preparing for the JLPT. we obviously had to study kanji as well but it wasn't given the same amount of focus as some other schools

[@user-fc8hd6kh2f]

i went to university in US and the third year it's like 20 kanji a week and japanese teachers can be uncaring and strict

[@Jdjwjdjzbsjwbb]

I mean i studied japanese at uni. We had to study everything that embodies Japanese. It was hard but now i can speak read and listen to Japanese without any troubles

[@encelade.]

@@kierz79I’m curious where in Tokyo did you study at?

[@itsamystery894]

Would unironically love a vlog series of Dashie and Cory attending this school and living in Akita for a bit. I think they'd love it.

[@BOMBON187]

Is that really the great foul-mouth Dashie? I thought he lost weight.

[@itsamystery894]

@@BOMBON187 ? Dashie is not in this video

[@BOMBON187]

@@itsamystery894 Wait so which Dashie are you talking about?

[@zahando-ox9ch]

Facts bro

[@ItachiUchiha-jv3rf]

​@@BOMBON187He's talking about the same Dashie, but he's saying he would LOVE to see a vlog where the both of them attend the school. The only issue with that is Dashie is a staunch introvert so he goes out only if he really needs or wants to. He has a built in home gym for work outs and such. Cory became an introvert over time, but still is out going. I honestly think the both of them wouldn't attend. It would be cool to see it though.

[@tomburns7544]

I love hearing about lesser-known places in Japan such as this. Please do more of these kinds of videos. Thank you! 👍

[@aharanjunglizmyahawahandya7566]

I never knew a Japanese language School like this existed. I'm going to look into this Akita School. Looks like fun sharing living space with other Students from abroad. The Black Okinawa Girl sounds,& looks so adorable☺️

[@MayaTheDecemberGirl]

Best wishes from Poland. In Poland more and more people are interested in Japan, its language and culture. There are also some very popular KZbin channels about Japan, founded by Japanese who moved to Poland or half Polish - half Japanese persons. In the main cities there are language schools specializing in Japanese, some of them founded by Japanese. And of course, we love Japanese food. So Japan is quite popular in Poland.

[@Siuyendiana]

Best way to learn a language is going to the country where the language is spoken 😊👍🏻

[@IngenieroLeonardoRazo]

But not every one can afford that.

[@RiverWorksCo]

Not necessarily enough. You have to have the can do attitude and the courage to actually engage in a conversation with the locals. I guess it's a little bit harder in Japan, especially in countryside, where people are expecting you to know at least some of the rules they have.

[@yukoadams7309]

This is awesome! I’m happy you made this video. My mom is from Akita. I had the opportunity to visit Akita and meet my grandmother, aunts, uncles and cousins there after high school in 1987 (way back in the day 😂). It was a wonderful experience! I’d definitely like to know more about the school. All of my kids are grown, and I have grandchildren now, but this sounds like it would be a wonderful and amazing opportunity for our family to experience together ❤

[@somethingelsehere8089]

Loved hearing the infectious enthusiasm of the fellow from New Jersey!

[@jeremiahsmith916]

I am so grateful for this video. I’ve been seriously considering a language school in Japan for weeks now, but (obviously) had so many reservations and “what if”s plaguing my head. These interviews covered all of the pain points so accurately it’s actually a bit scary. Thank you so much Takashi. This video was there at exactly the moment I needed it, and helped change my attitude from wary to hopeful.

[@hauntedtravelers]

Omg she has such kind, beautiful eyes. I’m so sad about the bullying, I wish so bad it wasn’t that way. I could listen to her talk all day, she’s got such a calming voice❤

[@j_shelby_damnwird]

That polish woman is so graceful and polite...I love her speech pattern.

[@Xaberrr]

The sky the trees everything’s so beautiful

[@Putrefrye]

Honour of learning is the power of Speaking and learning toghether, books don't change, overtime, your mind does,

[@arcadesunday4592]

Thank you for the great coverage of this school. Very enjoyable content.

[@Killermatt-mn6qc]

I had an interview for an ALT job and at first I was kinda iffy about the country side but the more he talked about it the more appealing it made it seem, and this video basically confirms everything he said. Great video guys, keep it up

[@therosewebbb]

Make use of a car for sure.

[@spongebracket]

This interview is extremely informative and insightful, great video takashi san !!!

[@joannarantamaki7066]

This was very interesting! Thanks for the video!

[@willincairns]

Another brilliant topic and video. You really have got me a step closer, past the scary hindrance, to going to school in the Japanese Countryside. I would also appreciate videos from the Kyushu area.

[@INikeAir]

This was an amazing video. I wish I could make it all over Japan like you 😭😭😭

[@ChadGardenSinLA]

That was such a nice perspective! Thank you for making this video about this little gem of a school. And what great options for alternative students👍👍

[@Guuzaka]

Lots of people were talking about how beautiful this Akita place is. ✨ When you visit these scenic places, considering doing a video that also focuses just on the scenery, animals and such. 🌳🦋 And to answer the question about where you should consider going next at 16:20, I would personally love to see Kyushu. 🌴

[@bbbbbbb51]

When I travel, I spend maybe 20% of my time in the cities and the rest in rural areas. I plan a couple spots and then ask locals for recommendations. Best way to travel, imo. You really get to know the people and the land. Cities tend to cater too much to tourism.

[@dio_hoestar_4204]

​@@bbbbbbb51True. The tourist traps are awful. Standing in huge lines and most of the time to do something you could have done at home. It's a waste of money and energy.

[@yo2trader539]

I was surprised they chose Akita to open the Language/Culture school. While Akita's culture, scenery, and food is superb, Akita-dialect is quite unique for people outside of Akita. I'm sure the language school teaches Standard Japanese, but I'm not so sure whether locals speak it on a daily basis.

[@melhawk6284]

​@yo2trader539, would they be able to make themselves understood, at least?

[@daRich_X]

I saw this place on Oriental Pearl's channel too. What a lovely place and people! It's good to see you visit there Takashii. 😊

[@joeneedstosleep]

I think when most people imagine the Japanese countryside they see only rice fields, but there is also a second "rural Japan" in the mountains. If you're looking to interview people in secluded areas to see how people and their perspectives are different from the big cities then please consider someplace like Totsukawa in Nara Prefecture. It's pretty difficult to get in and out without a car, but it's a beautiful trip. Just make sure you bring an umbrella, boots and extra socks because it rains a LOT there.

[@black.pewdiepie415]

yes like the drift cars

[@kennethgray7020]

I just happened to stumble upon this video and I actually really liked it. Might watch more from your channel.

[@gmx4479]

love you vids keep with the enjoyable content

[@lizawinslow4773]

Thank you Takashi for sharing this information about this school💯👍🏾 This will be a great fit for my family.

[@disguiseddv8ant486]

So you saw nothing wrong with the thumbnail of a brown skin female in overalls that look black, holding a watermelon, and look like she have on a wig as a black stereotype?

[@moniquecolan3917]

i want more of this.. thanks is advance.. very raw and different from city life.. less stressful and its like a real life depiction of anime slice of life.🥰

[@ben-dji765]

That was a nice video. Thank you takashi

[@sweebos]

Thank you!! ✊ This was very interesting to me. Many times videos only feature more populated areas. That makes sense... more attractions to see and people to interact with. But Im from a rural area and particularly enjoy the rural areas in most locations over populated ones. So I truly appreciate getting to see some of these areas of Japan. ✌️

[@winstongarcia3931]

Yo this man is from my home town , made it all the way to Japan. love to see it!

[@vickytutanes9770]

Now, that makes me want to pursue my dream of learning how to speak Japanese while enjoying the beauty of nature! Thank you for sharing the video.

[@Spokiez]

This is a wonderful find, really appreciate you putting in the effort to bring us all closer little by little. -Found my school. You’re awesome brother :) Arigato Takashi 🙏🏽

[@natalies2604]

Truly enjoyed this video. Most influencers cover life in the cities so this was definitely great to see. Would love to see a video about visiting Disneyland and/or Disney by the sea for foreigners. Thank you Takashii san

[@adem6371]

Great video, as always. I learnt Japanese for two years in high school- I don’t remember much- it’s a hard language. My friends learning European language have retained more (but this could be for complex readings). I remember being told that even for Japanese people it is more difficult learning their language than it is for us learning English. What do you think? Which brings me to my main question- people who are multilingual, especially from non Asian countries, how difficult have they found learning Japanese (and cultural nuances) as opposed to other languages (and cultures)?

[@warrentronica]

That guy is advertising the school 😅

[@francy80]

Great video たかしさん！ I really appreciated it. Go ahead like this. 😊

[@dembeku346]

I love in Akita and only today came across this video. It's a wonderfully done research on rural areas of Japan. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@joshuainlondon]

秋田行ったことないから景色とか観れてすごい良かった❤

[@tungphuong5311]

Very interesting video ! I guess it is always different between big cities and countryside in terms of interactions, openness, and lifestyles. Just a topic suggestion for your future video: perspectives from "technical trainees". Many of them live in rural Japan. They belong to the group that have to handle among most physically and mentally demanding working conditions but with little power or voice heard.

[@SweetCammieEyes1]

Rural Japan is soooo relaxing. Such a different vibe than any city. Your soul resets in the countryside

[@smittycal]

Thank you for sharing this. I’m honestly thinking about checking out Akita now and just learning Japanese. Plus I would like to see more of the country sides I’ve only been to Okinawa but I enjoyed the country side there

[@namelessman99]

I like the black/okinawan girl's filler words like ”nanka(何か、well/you know) and "um (うん、yeah/yup)". Sounds so Japanese and cute.

[@amethyst8852]

I don't know, maybe it's only me but she's is speaking with japanese accent?

[@julia2k8]

​@@amethyst8852yes

[@Marcel_Audubon]

The guy in the Snoopy shirt said older people would not be allowed in any schools in the cities - is that true? I know in France you cannot get a student visa if you are outside of the traditional student age range - a very rigid and ageist way of thinking. People of all ages love to learn and shouldn't be brushed aside because of their age.

[@elithurofficial]

As I understand it, Japanese culture has always dealt with taboo subjects by avoiding them. I could only assume that maybe they haven't looked at some kind of security and monitoring or regulation when it comes to molestation, perverts, paedophilia or rape, that ignoring the whole thing and just throwing in an age restriction is just something that works for that society at the moment.

[@Marcel_Audubon]

@@elithurofficial wtf!?!

[@mytravls]

Just because someone is old enough to learn doesn’t Mean they have intelligence to retain learning. If they want to waste money then it is another story.

[@artemisgaming7625]

@@elithurofficial Your comment is full of ignorant alarmism sprinkled with your own ignorant agenda.

[@jeremiahsmith916]

I’ve looked up the topic of language schools in JP for a while and definitely saw a considerable amount of “applicants above 30 might run into additional difficulties”. Sometimes it’s as light as a school asking for a free-form motivational letter; sometimes more strict (additional materials can be requested about your history since finishing previous formal education). There are success stories of students in their 40s, so everything is doable, but even the agencies acknowledge there’s an additional challenge applying outside of “typical student” age group.

[@vincent6670]

As always @takashii, nicely done, always informative 👍

[@herthetraveler]

Great video Takashi! I just looked into their spring program. Need to get the time off work now. Lol I’m already going to be in Japan next week

[@fionafidela]

growing up in a rural area i believe him it’d boost up your japanese conversational skill for sure bc rural people usually have many community services/activities. if you stay long enough, big chance the people in the area would know you, all of them! they love to talk, if anything they could be quite nosy and talk about you behind your back even a lot of times haha but i’ve tried living in the city as well where people don’t even mingle with their neighborhoods and it felt... off. personally i prefer to live somewhere in the middle; not as crowded as tokyo and other cities alike but accessible of basic services especially proper health care. rural fresh veggies are the best things to shop 🤩

[@black.pewdiepie415]

yes like the jdm cars thay have

[@MiserableMovieMan]

Would love to see a video on Okinawa and the differences with the major Japanese cities!

[@risingson7773]

Looks so beautiful and peaceful in Japan. Very much enjoy your channel, glad I stumbled across.

[@carried4567]

Enjoyed this video a lot. I would enjoy more videos from the countryside.

[@HAL-vu8ef]

Understandably less friendly everywhere: My Japanese wife and I have been back to Japan 11 times since 2005 usually for three weeks at a time. I even managed to be there during Covid on a special visa when there were hardly any Western people around. We do lots of travelling around the country. I am here right now. What I have noticed this year compared to all previous years, even last year, people seem much less friendly. I think it is because the overwhelming number of foreigners entering the country since Covid is really annoying many people. As an example, we went to Takayama yesterday and the amount of Westerners there was unbelievable, the tourists were not being impolite just constantly getting in the way at train stations, convenience stores, crossing the road stupidly, being noisy in Onsen hot baths, increasing queues at bus stops, dropping litter etc. There have also been several news reports about tourists acting badly that quite rightly have annoyed regular folk. Even when hiking in more remote areas around Kamikochi we felt slightly less welcome than previous years. Not unfriendly, just not pleased. On top of this the high humidity and heat waves around the country -I feel like most Japanese people would prefer the country to be closed off again. As I type this now watching the news, foreigners in Arashiyama are walking off the path into the famous bamboo for photo posing, totally not nice.😢

[@lobodraco]

Entitled western tourists 🤦🏻‍♂️ It’s because they come in with a individually-centered and self-serving attitude (the opposite of Japanese culture, like most western Americans) It even happens here in Hawai’i, bothers the heck out of the locals 😒

[@joeneedstosleep]

I know how you feel... There's a special kind of embarrassment that comes from realizing that many people from your own country are bad guests. I tend to avoid other Americans when I'm in Japan. I'm not perfect myself, but when I see other foreigners littering, yelling, etc. I just want to go hide behind a tree.

[@HAL-vu8ef]

Also, as non Asian tourists, we don’t realise how many Asian tourists are also here, many people that I think are Japanese are actually Asian tourists, lots of Chinese, Philippine and Korean people here to mention just a few.

[@DarkKokoro84]

Ive have been in japan prior to covid and such. None the less living in kanagawa area, i've also seen the like over the growing years, americans and other countries as well. Disobeying posted rules, causing mishaps with the locals, and generally bringing their bad ethic right along with them. I don't condone this sort of behavior especially in another mans country. This also brings along bad publicity to the other foreign residences already living here, making things even worse for them as well as the communication between them with the locals. If you come over here, don't be a dick. Follow the rules and everything is fine. If you can't do that. Please! stay home.

[@susanpage8315]

My brother moved to Japan in 1980 (his wife is Japanese). He loves it there. It’s important to be a good guest in another country.

[@Chroniclilskip27]

This looks so cool and beautiful. There's so much to see in Japan. I'm moving to the west coast in the United States soon, and I hope I can take advantage of the shorter travel time to finally visit Japan and other Asian countries

[@ben-dji765]

Adding this to my bucket list

[@danilofumuso4535]

That's so cool, i'll keep on mind for the future 🤩

[@Pillazo]

An idea for you, perhaps talk to shop owners about things they like and don't like about foreigners? Like what would I need to avoid doing at a shop or what is good to do at a shop if I were to go to Japan?

[@FaceofTheCity]

Damn I need her insta, this is the living embodiment of perfection.

[@WolvTerror]

This seems so cool. Hope to be able to go there someday

[@Wynnie.]

This is very cool!! Thank you for filming this!

[@Yunnjiinnn]

Im in love with her voice its so sweet❤

[@angryslaw9055]

The black/mixed girl is just gorgeous 🥰 and seems to be very nice and fun person. I absolutely have no idea what kind of trashy people would bully her. It's just brainless to be mean to someone because of their ethnicity or nationality. I myself go by the rule that it matters what you have in your heart and head not how you look. Much love everyone ❤

[@Chase-qq9no]

I think it is admirable that you are taking an interst in the cross-cultural changes occurring Japan.

[@jimletavilla6569]

Thank you for this video this is very helpful for me.

[@mr_grumpy_ucb]

this is awesome! will show my daughter who will be graduating high school soon. thank you Takashii!

[@LionOfJudah613]

I live and work in a small city in the countryside in Saga, Kyushu, the least-visited prefecture in Japan. Cost of living is low, quality of life is high. I've never experienced anything but the kindest, most friendly hospitality from locals. I have no choice but to practice Japanese every day, as most people here don't speak much English, though many are happy to try. I found a spacious apartment for a bit over $300/mo right next to a beautiful park and I enjoy wandering through the farmland and riverside. When I want to go to a major city, Fukuoka is only an hour away. Compared to the time I spent as an exchange student in Kyoto, somehow this feels like a more authentic experience of Japanese living, or as one of the teachers put it, "Slow Life." PS I love the New Jersey guy!

[@inuinuinuinuinu]

Awesome video! It's my dream to live and work in the Japanese countryside. I would love to see a video about traditional Japanese architecture, maybe interviewing some people from 日本民家再生協会? I believe Layla from the Bite Size Japanese podcast would also be a great person to interview about this topic if she is interested in collaboration. I believe she is doing some work restoring a 200 year old 蔵 in 鞆の浦.

[@earlysda]

If you like neighbors who enjoy telling you how to live your life, the Japanese countryside can be very nice!

[@YuliiaCurious]

that's really interesting! I also struggle learning Japanese language. But it takes so much time and efforts

[@eneidialawhead8920]

This was very nice to know! Country side is the best❤ Thank you Takashii or should I say Arigato!😁great job!🎉

[@Foreignparisite]

Did you bump into her walking down the road while she was eating watermelon ? 😂😂💀

[@ZombieBunny]

She’s a sweetheart come on, who would bully her?! 😢

[@isildb1927]

Well, I assume they were some jealous mean girls, jealous of the fact that she is so pretty und unique looking.

[@UserName23567]

Id say im a cute average looking nice guy that got bullied his entire life i just didnt fight back bc i didnt like any trouble. So yeah it's mostly the nice cute ones( i can bite tho) sounds gay im aware 😂

[@LoopyLemon775]

Probably Black people, She probably got bullied for not “being black enough”, Or maybe racist people who hate her skin.

[@adriansmith5604]

Love your videos Takashi. I would love to see you go to Hokkaido countryside. It was interesting hearing the teacher that had studied in New Zealand, I could hear her kiwi accent. Sweet as 🤙

[@alexandercortese258]

Melanie has the looks,voice and grace as good as it gets. All the best for her.🎉

[@ramonantoniodejuanbennett6239]

OMG she is so ADORABLE!!!! I wish her the best!😊

[@ifyouknow2323]

That’s a man

[@Kap807]

@@ifyouknow2323really

[@LoopyLemon775]

@@ifyouknow2323 Clearly get no bitches.

[@maskedanimatronic147]

This was very informative! I plan on learning in Japan and I really wanna go to a rural place, but I was unsure if that was a good idea, but now I know that it's probably the best idea!

[@earlysda]

It's great if you are a visitor and have access to a car. If you live there and no car - it can be made very difficult.

[@krispstalkrew]

Akita has been one of the places I plan to visit when I come to Japan, but I never knew about this school before. Very interesting.

[@user-sr8nc8sm9i]

可愛い声だなーと思ってたら日本語になった瞬間、可愛さ倍増した🩵