Behind the Counter at a local Japanese Okonomiyaki Restaurant

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

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[@LSPooo]

Paolo much love from the states! I can't leave dude to illnesses and I'm so thankful I get to see different sides and lives ofJapan! And the beautiful japanese people!

[@ropro9817]

I love that Yusuke and his dad work with a giant smile on their face. Looks like they love what they do and take pride in their work! Just like Paolo! 🤠

[@BIGJATPSU]

Ok.... I wanna see you visit his dad's spot at night now with how he was talking! 🤣🤣🤣

[@harley1768]

yo paolo the link in the description for the restaurant is wrong

[@marohoh]

Looks amazing! Hope your wife is doing ok 💗

[@danbacharach7650]

They dressed so professionally like a Michelin star restaurant. It's great to see so much pride in their craft.

[@ytuseracct]

Maybe because the dad is into fashion?

[@sonarsphere]

@@ytuseracct Exactly.

[@raphy9654]

@@ytuseracct i think all the place in japan is lile that, its all in the standards ofc !

[@Digger-Nick]

Most of Japan is like that, that's why they're so miserable.

[@julesverneinoz]

I find it very cute that all the workers dressed like they work in a yoshoku restaurant. Most of the time when going to an okonomiyaki restaurant, the chefs go for the a lighter dress (t-shirt, happi coat, apron and hairband). It can get quite warm near the plates! Okonomiyaki is usually considered 'junk food' so this is different.

[@mrrodriguezHLP]

The dad is vibing, he's got a lot of class. When he said 'he's about the nights' I fully believed him. That members only restaurant is a scene for sure.

[@Francois_Dupont]

big gay energy from him. 🍆

[@DGP406]

The man got presence, that's for sure.

[@Aardappelpurree]

It's kind of strange but I think he kindof looks like Alan Rickman

[@keshevdev5498]

Ikr😂😂

[@Esandeech2]

@@Aardappelpurreeomg yes! I think it’s the hair.

[@nishaismail]

Everyone is so good looking! Even the dad is so fashionable! Since Yousuke used to be a drummer, he can multitask very well by cooking several okonomiyaki at the same time. Keep this series going!

[@sunnysideup33]

Yes. Very charismatic.

[@leonardosorrentini9451]

i was about to say the same thing ahahahaha

[@argaarifwangsa4060]

Haha! I also noticed on how good looking they are, just like a restaurant from romance manga or anime such as Tokyo Mew Mew, and so on. I've just imagined that Yusuke will meet his wife at the restaurant, a woman who really loves Okonomyaki.

[@twixtheterrible5151]

I was about to comment the same thing lmao but their okonomiyaki surely looks delicious!

[@pendaco]

The father reminds me of the actor James Hong 😎

[@blankroyai]

The father is so cool and dapper, the son and the staffs are all handsome, this is basically a visual restaurant and both the people working there as well as the food! 😭

[@adiwicaksonoshojoakh]

definitely an ikemen teppanyaki shop

[@keikodesuu]

I was looking for the comment mentioning how handsome all the guys here are LOL I mean WOW talk about dinner and a show 🤣

[@manolo7552]

bro wtf the staffs are ugly af

[@RandomUserX99]

I just love how you weave the story behind the owner and the staff into these shows in addition to showcase the food and the place itself. Most other Japan food channels almost exclusively showcase the food, but the best part of your video is how you humanize the place and makes it super interesting.

[@keithyinger3326]

That's almost why I prefer small mom and pop type of places. They are usually smaller so you get to chat with people's a little bit more. I get my morning latte from a lady who runs a coffee stand at a gas station. It's half the price of the same thing at Starbucks and just as good to me. It's nice chatting, and sharing pictures of our animals and stuff like that. Plus getting it from a place like that has other benefits. For example if I forgot to take cash out, since she doesn't do debit, she will still make me a coffee and I will just pay her double the next day.

[@rg20322]

Excellent interview and review of this small shop. I loved these places when I was there years ago - it was a great price and so friendly. The families take such pride!

[@oloy1545]

The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall!

[@RandomUserX99]

@@oloy1545 Yakusa... 草草草... why are you posting this kind of bullshit?

[@alexandralynn186]

As a culinary student I laughed when they took a nap so relatable. People dont realize how much manual labor there is in the restaurant industry you always feel like a nap coming just by noon lmao

[@JejuIju]

@@oloy1545 ''The australian cartels'' LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. tinfoil hat OFF, you nutjob.

[@ViperOfMino]

For real. I'm not a culinary student, but I've worked cooking in multiple different restaurants. I've also done a couple of other types of labor, but nothing has made me as tired as working in the restaurant industry. I fully believe it takes a special type of person that can work in one for a month and then decide "Yeah this is awesome I wanna keep doing it!"

[@lukejposadas]

Culinary is hard, the hardest though is for sure landscaping. They are pretty similar in terms of having to work on your feet, just a lot more lifting in yard work.@@ViperOfMino

[@kevinleekokchung958]

I love how the japanese culture where the owner aware their staffs are going to setup their own business while they still willingly to guide them for each step despite knowing very well their staffs might be their rival in the same industry. Kudos to them!

[@LastBastion]

Well, it's called apprenticeship, and it's pretty COMMON around the world, the trade off is usually work for minimum wage or no payment at all.

[@sentino68]

Here in the USA it’s the total opposite. I could not talk about opening my own architecture practice while working at my last office.

[@fullmetalfunk]

@@LastBastion in the US it's frowned upon and might even get you fired if you mention it. i was working for a locksmith company once and before being hired i had to sign a contract saying i wouldn't open my own locksmithing company within a certain radius of the one i was working for if i ever left the business.

[@ryanmacallister6373]

@@fullmetalfunk Common restraint of trade clause to stifle competition. Sucks !

[@TristanM2013]

@@fullmetalfunk What would happen if you ended up starting a company in that radius regardless? Can they really sue you years later because of it?

[@beabeltran7684]

Its interesting how the son's owner casually mentions about their previous staff/s starting their own businesses after they learned from the restaurant. No sign of competitions or anything which i think attracts more positive vibes for the restaurant. Good job! I'd like to visit your shop in the future 😊

[@Aeybiseediy]

In Japan its quite common for shop owners to take in apprentices to learn their craft and then open up their own business... I find it really beautiful. It shows that they treat their employees like a real human being and not simply a worker to bring only profit to them.

[@yummychips_]

i heard its a pretty common thing in Japan. Like it's more of a reputable thing, if your employees leave to open up a successful business. I guess it means the owner and restaurant, were doing a really good job, and the worker picked up a lot of good skills.

[@FirstSpearDefense]

America could never lmao. If an employee finds out you want to start your own similar business and nothing but pettiness and shade from then on. So sad.

[@Lexman00]

@@Aeybiseediy You believe in a business only one side benefits? The business is offering a job, they pay you, and in exchange you provide your labor. A business owner has liability and responsibilities that an employee does not have. Nothing one sided about that. Also, while a business can exist without employees, for example, a small business owner doing landscaping, you can't have jobs without a business creating one in its expansion.

[@oloy1545]

The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall!

[@jnzl523]

Omg nobody commented how HANDSOME EVERY STAFF, SON AND FATHER ARE???? looks like a model runned restaurant hahahaha

[@Delaney-and-the-Starlight]

Yes! They look like the family who would run a restaurant in a drama!!!

[@Dryenwc3]

literally every second comment is about that...

[@alcolus2985]

Dad was from a fashion business they sure got some tips haha

[@jmkira978]

Nobody?! Lol, majority of the comments are all about their looks

[@bocah_abad21]

bc majority aren't as gay

[@未来の夜空]

自分日本人なんだが、こんなイケメンお兄さんとイケおじのお好み焼き店は漫画かアニメしか存在しないと思ってたw とても美味しそうだし行ってみたいなぁ！良い店紹介してくれて感謝！

[@sinistersandcastle]

Punk rock son and fashion father Okonomiyaki team could be an entire show lol

[@yaboirin4349]

sounds like a good show tittle lmao

[@buggiemara4902]

OMG i want an anime

[@ichiroutakashima4503]

The father definitely has fashion roots embedded in him. He's got the swag.

[@bigbro05]

Love this. The owner father walks out for 1 second and immediately screams strong artistic vibe. Must be a great business owner as well. The son should have no problem getting a girlfriend with his face and smile. The lunch looks great also. Makes me really want to try the VIP dinner.

[@RandomUserX99]

No problem getting gf? This guy has female fans who visit as much as possible just to gawk at him 😂

[@faintsherin4468]

Look at the comment section, they are already simping rofl

[@fc7307]

@@RandomUserX99 You need to remember he can't spend a lot of time with her as he is always working. But if the woman is understanding and will support him when he opens his own shop then it could work.

[@Zxnkami]

@@fc7307 It's technically his own shop as he is running his family business and his father is getting old.

[@jakemcculloch94]

Yusuke’s father seems like such a cool dude, I bet he’d be such an interesting guy to hangout with and listen to! Would have been super cool if we could have seen Yusuke in his band days!

[@Patterrz]

You can tell everyone had a lot of fun making this video, the way the owner answered the questions The food looks fantastic too

[@iamReddington]

This father/son combo is so fucking WHOLESOME!! I absolutely love them. I love how nice the dad was. Their second shop was gorgeous! I loved the look.

[@dnsoulx]

the dad and son duo is so precious. i love both of their personalities!!

[@mr.wescottx7129]

Agreed so adorable.

[@Sailorlluna]

They’re both so handsome and they have the same smile. Thanks for this video. It’s lovely to see a family restaurant run with so much love and soul.

[@spicyseeds]

everybody that works here has amazing hair, and Yusuke is so handsome! he really resembles his dad☺️

[@blessingsoutlaw]

My thoughts exactly! 🫶

[@ytuseracct]

Everybody is good looking even the wait staff lmao

[@ckn3269]

Is the hiring criteria is great hair? Haha

[@senguptasthiti]

The chefs, owner, the owner’s father - all are so handsome. It was a treat to watch this vid. The efficiency, cleanliness, speed of cooking, and handsomeness. Pablo, beautiful presentation and editing - hats-off! Love from India 🫶🏼

[@AP-qt4mt]

As a kid, okomiyaki was my gateway to Japanese food. I was thinking about that moment yesterday when I was eating some and now Paolo uploads this. Food Kismet!

[@mdmzr6512]

for long term Bitcoin, Ethereum, polkadot and cardano. Richard is the best

[@craigmertz1994]

I appreciate Richard approach to teaching. GREAT MAN HE IS!

[@neilmcloughlin7713]

One thing I learned in life is that a big part of winning is knowing that you can and it is possible for you to win.

[@gustavobedoya2839]

@Rolexy jallow Been hearing about Richard for a while, how do I get him??

[@gustavobedoya2839]

okay then, I will give him a head start to see what His capable of making.

[@tanzilatasnim7446]

"I am a man of the night" I love the dad! Such a class!

[@KpopLunatic]

This shop is like a real life anime 🤣🤣 Good food, all single handsome chef and workers, passion in cooking, dreams of opening own restaurants etc. I can already visualize it coming out of an anime, but in real life 🤭

[@Hida_Kairi10969]

I know, right???!!!🤭😍 I will gladly come and eat this delicious food everyday if possible😙😆

[@WajeEdits]

not everything in Japan is anime.

[@Sushifetus]

Maybe it’s just because anime is based on the japanese lifestyle??

[@OkagaCalifornia]

Weebs really make the worst comments.

[@chomosuque]

"That time I started to gain experience in a Japanese okonomiyaki shop so I'll be prepared when I open my own restaurant"

[@manhunter433]

The most amazing thing to me about most japanese people is the pride and confidence most have yet they are still modest

[@kaydeekelly5852]

indeed a hot episode. delicious foods, awesome ambience, and hot young chefs. hihi. and to see how they encourage their worker to open up their own restaurant someday wahhhh.

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

it was a hot one!

[@IlIlIlIlIlIlIlIl-v9h]

Nothing was as hot as that firefighter episode. Omg that guy was hot

[@beermakeup4555]

100% agree

[@wabisabi7755]

@@IlIlIlIlIlIlIlIl-v9h The Japanese mechanic was also hot. Especially when he took off his shirt at the beginning and wore those tight pants. Damn! 😂

[@RandomUserX99]

yeah the visual value in this shop from the Dad to the most recent help is pretty damn high in this place. I am guessing there's a consistent female fanbase of this place lol

[@headachebaby]

Wow...Yusuke is so handsome. I love that he smiles when he's talking.

[@jakobramos4003]

Japanese people are so polite. I worked for a Japanese company years ago, and everything at the company was 1st class. The CEO would talk to you like he was your friend.

[@aznsweety]

Thanks, Paolo! The owner and his son have beautiful smiles. I love how these videos are part behind-the-scenes, part dating profile. How old are you? What do you like to do? Do you go to the aquarium alone? LOL. I love how Paolo is helping them with business and love :)

[@karlijn9669]

The Japanese work ethic always inspires me. 😊

[@mr.wescottx7129]

For real very diligent/ hard-working people

[@revellebahbah]

Yousuke is a split image of his dad. they all are good looking, there smile light up the room. i can not tell you how many times i have watch this .. 🥰 hello from the states!

[@carriee.9712]

He’s handsome, hardworking, easy going, and knows how to cook; he seems like quite the catch. 💕😊

[@zeromtrx117]

I can't get over how absolutely adorable Yusuke is! 😍 I'd go there every day!

[@cain7925]

creep

[@machumachu777]

Damn creep

[@waifongtang4697]

OMG....all the guys are so good looking. The senior owner is equally handsome.

[@HeliNoir]

I didn’t need to say what I was thinking when I saw those owner and son and staff because the comment section already said them. Kudos paolo for always giving us quality and interesting content !

[@kevilharris4379]

They definitely earned that nap at the end! Fantastic video! It was handy that he had to get so much cooking in before the customers started arriving so you could get those sweet close ups!

[@klausl]

We ate at this place last week. It was amazing! Thank you for showing us this great restaurant!

[@marcioamaral7511]

Dad is handsome and fashionable Son got those genes Friend looks like a cousin or brother Everyone looks good in this restaurant

[@markvelous2552]

Fashion and music... this father and son duo slayed

[@iamnoone21]

All of these guys seem like genuinely fun people to hang out with

[@CrescentStarSoldier]

Japanese people are just good vibes man. All of them just seem so calm about life

[@Idolismo]

Awesome video. The father is insanely charismatic! I was grinning through the entire video. Guess this place goes on my list next time I'm in Tokyo to visit.

[@sparklingst4r]

I love to see how Japanese works, it seems they are passionate and give a good vibe in things that they do. I even can feel the vibe by only watching it also like how u interact. Hope one day i can go to Japan

[@julialuz5850]

I absolutely love these videos. Hope your wife and wolfie are safe and healthy ❤

[@marta9127]

They all seem to be so nice, energetic and friendly people. You can see they like their job and they love other people, too. It must be an amazing place to work at. I hope the owner will meet the perfect girl soon! He deserves to be happy 😊 Also, as someone in the comments has already written - they are all extremely handsome! A perfect combination, as they all seem to be kind, friendly, dedicated, hard-working and handsome... What more can a girl ask for?

[@camilareyes1323]

Yusuke is so handsome and charismatic, i want to volunteer to be his wife 😭😭 and his dad is so stylish! What a great vibe that restaurant has and everyone looks so nice and cheerful

[@darkclouds27]

Yusuke and his dad have the same beautiful smile and eyes that sparkle. I always wonder each time I watch one of your videos if you are offered to eat the food that is being served?

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Good to see younger generation taking over and continue the business….hope able to visit Japan freely by this year… its almost 2yrs+ since we last visited

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@missplainjane3905 Japan is indeed and advanced and developed country.

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@missplainjane3905 Sadly no

[@Lord_Ivoundy_Creood]

They're all sooo HANDSOME 😍😍😍 ... I hope they find love very soon and start families 😩

[@debbyarief]

The owners are very smiley and happy, so nice to see them

[@amalilconfused]

I don’t know if it’s a requirement, but Paolo seems to always find the most charming/interesting people to interview. Do you have a casting call? Having a boss that looks so suave, the pressure to look as suave and expensive must be high. These family owned shops are something I marvel at, several generations having the same passion and deciding to continue their family legacy.

[@veljaycopalmes506]

the staff at this restaurant are very good looking especially the chef!

[@Dampachi100]

Everyone has so much swag in this episode. I'm envious of their hairstyles!

[@mr.wescottx7129]

What kind of Japanese barber shop thru HSV compared to the US

[@thomasji7614]

We have few okonomiyaki restaurants here in LA but I really feel this is much more authentic in Japan of course~ Thanks for another awesome video, have a great weekend! :D

[@akadanish]

where in LA?

[@gregoryrodriguez5621]

@@akadanish by the homeless tents 😂

[@akadanish]

@@gregoryrodriguez5621 heard its pretty bad, skid row baby!!!

[@sofiaveloso7861]

This must be one of my favorite videos, a family business just hits differently, you can feel the care in every detail. My mom runs a traditional restaurant where i helped since i was 5, it was my grandma's and it will probably be passed down to my big brother, kinda frustating :( blessings to Yusuke and if he wants a girlfriend that he can run the restaurant with, I volunteer

[@christinesolis9675]

I think this is my favorite episode so far, all of them are so handsome! haahahha

[@renipratiwi5720]

Same haha!!

[@ANIMExVIBES]

I bet many customers would love to come here not just for their amazing cooking skills but also for a little peek of the good looking sweet gentlemen😂

[@kotoripikuseru]

Okonomiyaki was something I always looked forward to when I was a kid. There was a ma and pa shop that my auntie would take me to and they always made my own "special" okonomiyaki, which was just a smaller one for my size. I always loved watching the bonito dance on top. This video brought back a lot of warm happy memories for me, thank you Paolo! I can't be in Japan now with my family due to COVID and work, but I am thankful to have a look back at my childhood and seeing how things have changed (or remained the same) thanks to you and your videos!

[@dewdropinn4]

Both father and son are so handsome, debonair, and insanely talented! Bravo!

[@joewarrior619]

These lads look so down to earth, it must be fun working there regardless how busy it gets.

[@leijdstroms]

Can't get enough of Japanese food here in Taiwan, so looking forward to visiting Japan next spring for the first time!

[@NickPR87]

Another great episode of this series in the books! The level of attention and commitment to quality at Japanese restaurants never ceases to amaze me.

[@crazydude550]

From USA… I am in love with Paolo from Tokyo . You are the one and only that amazingly getting deep behind the kitchen and presents the video so well and interesting. Thank you Paolo 👍🙏❤️

[@VerhoevenSimon]

I love this series, and especially this one. A nice story, superb ambiance, craftmanship and showcasing how you can make a superb meal using few ingredients.

[@musiclover2785]

I love how passionate he is about what he does even after all these years. I don’t know if I could do it

[@pinkmonkeybird2644]

It’s another interesting and engaging video. Paolo has a talent for finding interesting and charismatic people for his videos, along with choosing subjects that have broad appeal. I wish the US would be more supportive of family owned restaurants and businesses in general. We have far too many mega chain restaurants that serve generic food, and the family-owned places just can’t compete. Regional cooking is getting lost under the weight of all those chains as well. It’s sad, and I wish we cared more about the independent owners and our food culture.

[@salguodrolyat2594]

The USA is too litigious for small businesses to survive in large population centres.

[@Wiseman__]

America has serious problems with laziness, greed, a lack of honor, radical individualism, religious extremism, disregard for quality, etc... Japan values the opposite of all that. While Japan isn't perfect it's far better than the US

[@IveyleaguemmaTV]

Thanks!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

You bet!

[@ookingdomstaroo]

I realize that his use of the two spatulas is similar to playing with two drumsticks. So playing punk rock music in his head while cooking makes sense!

[@Japan_Changed_My_Life]

I love the food culture in Japan. One of my biggest regrets of returning to the States after living there for a long time is that the food culture in the US is no contest - there's just not much pride if any at all - there are some exceptions of course.

[@LuiZ-jy1pi]

I think I know why I feel so good watching these videos. It's because of small things hidden between the lines such as: a business passed down from father to son, boss arriving first and working harder than the staff, everyone nice with each other, a lot of discipline and care with the work, the treatment of the customers. This is what a society that hasn't fallen apart culturally looks like. I feel like I've been robbed for not having that around me, I want to sue the boomers and the gen x for ruining things before I arrived

[@waltersumofan]

gen x here, boomers did a lot, no need to drag us into their messes!

[@suprhomre]

As someone who had worked in the service industry for 17 years. I really enjoy these mini documentary. Most people only show the food. I think the people behind are just as important.

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Okonomiyaki has always been my favorite Japanese ‘shomin-ryori’ (庶民料理, or ‘common people’s food’.) Fast, cheap, and actually decently well-balanced food since there’s a ton of cabbage it. It’s also customizable, since you can fairly easily swap out one ingredient for another, so it’s good for vegetarians…as long as you’re not too picky about fish-based ‘dashi’ in the mix. Oh, and it’s good with beer. 🍻

[@AcridWhistle]

I see no reason that the Osaka style takes 30 minutes to cook as it is mostly two layers, the Hiroshima style takes longer as it is layered separate. As for vegan that could be tough as both use egg as a batter, and Hiroshima has the additional fried egg layer. As much as I enjoyed Osaka okonomiyaki, the Hiroshima with clams was amazing and the eateries were much livelier with Toyo Carp paraphernalia and team member pictures all over the small places, along with games on TVs .

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@AcridWhistle Yeah that doesn’t really make sense to me either. I think it only takes about 10 or 15 minutes at my local place. As for customizing to make it vegan, that could be tricky. (I have a feeling that a web search might turn up a solution, but not something we could request at a typical restaurant.)

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@TravelerPat I know what you mean, I think the ‘restaurant service’ approach is relatively new. (My local places give you the option to have it prepared for you, or cook it yourself at your table.)

[@oloy1545]

The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall!

[@karlaestacio9280]

All the staff are all handsome and the owner's son is soooo good looking. I hope I can eat there soon.

[@Sheila.16]

I love how Paolo looks so happy in his videos, he really seems he loves what he is doing

[@baasmans]

This is what a harmonious restaurant looks like, due to a chef who “leads from the front”. It can really make such a huge difference.

[@mrpeanut909]

I started watching these now I’m literally addicted like I physically can’t stop keep up the good work

[@grant8653]

You are probably the only ONLY Asian food showing tons of amazing local foods that I know by name

[@JinxedG]

It was so enjoyable to watch this one and get to know all the people at the shop! Felt like the start of a visual novel almost

[@i.h.978]

I remember when I tried my first okonomiyaki. Such an amazing experience! Behind the counter is a great series specially for the background stories and experiences and the families. Hope you and Maiko and Wolfy are better from everything that happened. Best wishes to the whole family and thank you for quality content always!

[@michelleg.4587]

Thank you for filming all the different food shops in Japan, it make me miss and reminisce the great memories I had living there.

[@Ava_Orchid]

What I have noticed in these videos is that every manager of every smaller family like business does not hesitate to get whatever needs done done. There is no job beneath anyone. Oh and he sounded like he was proud that many people learned a craft there and went on to their own business. Not to say in the USA that never happens but the person often acts like a crime has been committed in their former staff leaving to pursue a similar business

[@FantasyTom53]

Watching these behind the counter vidéos always fills me with joy, thanks a lot for all your efforts, love from france ❤

[@ahubbard5172]

My daughter, who just turned 32, (and single) ☺️ said she would have to do takeout at this restaurant because she would be too nervous to eat there because the chef is so good looking. 😉 💕💕

[@sarahramos2919]

One of my favorite foods! These videos have taken on a whole other meaning since one of my friends opened her own bar in Tokyo, Thank you for focusing on the personal side of these shops along with their amazing food! Take care!

[@chtitmog]

I love your videos, Paolo, so I watched this one as I usually do. But then, I felt strange because I was looking at the dad and son, and their employees and I was like: « Did I just enter a manga fantasy or something?! Everyone of them is so handsome, seem nice, are dressed impeccably and genuinely seem to love and be good at their job. » This was a surprisingly hot episode. Lol. Yet, still super interesting. I love how you focus on both human and work, not just work, making your videos entertaining. Nobody can deny the amount of hard work involved in every single episode. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@lteht6919]

Love your videos. Always well made and have so much great info. Thanks for making these videos, even after all the private issues you have had. Thanks.

[@desertfoxdesertfox8726]

Yousuke is pretty good looking. I was surprised when he said he was single. I thought for sure someone would have picked that handsome man up. I would love to visit their shop one day. The food looked amazing. I have never gone to a place like this, but I would for sure stop in and have a bite there. Loved the video Paolo. Both shops looked amazing. Hopefully one day I'll drop by and try it.

[@jackiecosta7620]

Does Japan have surprise health inspections like USA and Canada? The son is a very organized chef … very talented and I m so impressed with the constant clean as you go ethic.

[@shirokumakogyo]

Generally speaking, surprise inspections are rare--usually only when triggered by a specific complaint from a customer. Restaurants like this with an open cooking area tend to be more conscientious about cleaning and hygiene, but occasionally older restaurants--mom-and-pop places--can be remarkably filthy. (I remember working in a ramen shop in Waikiki decades ago and getting dinged by the health inspector just for leaving the ice scoop in the ice machine...) And Japan hasn't instituted any kind of health department public rating system for restaurants like some cities in the U.S. have done.

[@inisipisTV]

From what gather from a different documentary all restaurants get a twice a year major multiple inspection(each for Fire safety, water and sewage check, food safety, pest and insects check, restaurant staff safety test) to get a renewal. Then there's monthly casual sanitation inspection.

[@jackjackyphantom8854]

Japan is cleaner than Western countries.

[@shirokumakogyo]

@@inisipisTV From what I know after living here 22 years, that seems unlikely at best. I've run a bar here for 4 years, and we have yet to see an inspector of any kind.

[@manueldelapaz9611]

IN JAPAN "THERE IS NO SURPRISE VISIT AS in Canada when it comes to health department official visit to any food retail stores, hair dressers,etc... and any businesses dealing with people physical contacts ( please check the "CITY OF TORONTO HEALTH DEPARTMENT INSPECTIONS) and it is quite amazing about the power they have to keep you open or shut you down and FINES.ANY business HAVE to display sign "on their store front window with pass green, orange under scrutiny/fines, red you are close, how do I know,32 years in business.I used to know a small French bakery " IN TAKAYAMA JAPAN(my favorite city in Japan) called " NICOLAS BAKERY " parallel street to the JR STATION 5/7 MNS WALK away and the owner told me ,back then they get a letter at least with 2 weeks notice " so you will never get red handed, this bakery is gone may be 10 years ago or more, another baker took over

[@bhez6080]

Bellissimo video! Love from Italy, me and Simone are watching you every weekend! (simo is from Rome, we're waiting for you!)

[@Hierro330]

I had okonomiyaki in the States and in Japan and I can definitely tell the difference between the two. Japan has simple ingredients but they really know how to build flavor, and it's my all time favorite

[@MrBreeze8998]

The dad is awesome. Walks in looking cool and casually drops 'yeah I did fashion'.

[@SimonDuLac]

My favorite series. So great to be behind the scenes this way. Thank you so much Paolo.

[@jojianadana7544]

The father really sporting and cool...i really like how humble he treat you.

[@gunznknives]

The food looks good, but I want to know about their FANTASTIC looking hair! :D Paolo, do an episode on a Japanese Hair salon for men or women.

[@mojouk8935]

The food looks stunning, there's so much choice in Japan, i cant wait to go there on holiday! These videos are giving me ideas on what to try! Amazing Paolo!

[@dastels]

Oh wow! It was great to see an okonomiyaki restaurant in action. It's a dish I make regularly at home (Osaka style). Nice to watch the pros.

[@nicovidocq5118]

Hi Paolo, I'm really impressed by this cabbage cutting without a machine and I like this punchy decision to replace udon pasta with a very calculated cooking time, these people are really artists

[@LaNoir.]

Teppanyaki chef def. is one of the most rewarding restaurant jobs. Customers don't expect to get food as fast as possible, the entire process is part of the experience

[@EvaMendelovich]

It looks super tasty 🥹🌟 Everyone is so good at what they are doing; I hope one day I can fly to Japan and eat all this delicious food! As always the best videos 🙏✌️

[@CrazySquirrelProductions]

Man, I get so hungry watching these cooking segments! This is great and the chef's dad is so cool! He looks like a movie star! Thanks Paolo! 💗🙏✌️💪