Behind the Counter at a Local Japanese Tempura Restaurant

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This Tokyo hidden gem is a Japanese family owned Edo style Tempura restaurant, named Tempura Mikaku, located in the backstreets of Roppongi, one of Tokyo’s busiest night spots. This Japanese food restaurant has been in business since 1931. Originally opened in Nihonbashi, it later relocated to Roppongi which is only a 3 minutes walk from exit 3 of Roppongi station. This hidden gem tempura restaurant also has a unique way of firing their tempura, with drumsticks. The owner and head chef, a former jazz drummer, is the one who started this. Apparently, regular chopsticks are much thinner and eventually break after so many washings, while drumsticks are made out of a hickory which is very strong and hard so it lasts much longer over time. This is a behind the counter view of what really happens at a Japanese cuisine tempura restaurant as they setup and prepare the meals.
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[@ropro9817]

Wow, 75 and he's still kicking ass! I'm much younger than he is and I don't have half his energy... 😅 Great video, Paolo! ❤

[@ropro9817]

Ohhh, Paolo, how about a tour of that katsuobushi factory next time? 🤠

[@sudipdutta4479]

Do more"day in the life" video series 🤗!!!@paolo

[@roshanverma6526]

Please make the day in the life video of Indian students in japan or any things about Indian. Indian ❤Japan

[@harshakalluri4455]

Is there any vegetation signature dishes in Japan? Please do a vegetarian video 🥺

[@Preske]

man, this is so different from all those corporate shops. you can feel the love for their shop and profession in this family owned restaurant. i would love to eat there rather than chain resto's

[@yosukekimeno5379]

no comment intresting...

[@DanKxxx]

There are a ton of these in Japan which is really cool. They work so hard to make everything by hand.

[@bry120]

Love? U right?

[@JESUSCHRIST-ONLYWAYTOHEAVEN]

JESUS KNOCKS ON YOUR HEART AND LONGS FOR YOU TO ANSWER! HE DOESN'T WANT TO SEE ANYONE PERISH INTO HELL. GOD LOVES YOU SO HE GIVES YOU FREE WILL AND A CHOICE TO ACCEPT HIM OR REJECT HIM. TO LOVE HIM OR TO LOVE SIN/THIS WORLD. CALL UPON JESUS & ASK HIM TO FORGIVE YOUR SINS! SURRENDER YOUR WILL & YOUR LIFE TO HIM AND HE WILL GIVE YOU ETERNAL LIFE IN HEAVEN! PICTURE YOUR BEST DAY ON EARTH TIMES A BILLION FOR ETERNITY, THAT'S HEAVEN! NOW PICTURE YOUR WORST DAY ON EARTH TIMES A BILLION FOR ETERNITY, THAT'S HELL! HE WILL GIVE YOU WHAT YOU WANT SO IF YOU REJECT HIM YOU WILL BE SEPARATED FROM HIM & HIS BLESSINGS (LOVE, PEACE, JOY, HOPE, REST, ETC). IN HELL YOU WILL BE ALONE WITHOUT GOD OR PEOPLE, YOU WILL BE HOPELESS, YOU WILL BE IN DESPAIR & AGONY FOREVER! GOD'S STANDARD FOR HEAVEN IS PERFECTION AND ONLY JESUS (THE SON OF GOD/GOD IN THE FLESH) LIVED THAT PERFECT LIFE! HE LAID DOWN HIS LIFE & TOOK THE WRATH OF THE FATHER ON THE CROSS FOR YOUR SINS! GOD IS JUST SO HE MUST PUNISH SIN & HE IS HOLY SO NO SIN CAN ENTER HIS KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. IF YOU ARE IN CHRIST ON JUDGEMENT DAY GOD WILL SEE YOU AS HIS PERFECT SON (SINLESS SINCE YOUR SINS ARE COVERED BY JESUS' OFFERING). YOU CAN ALSO CHOOSE TO REJECT JESUS' GIFT/SACRIFICE & PAY FOR YOUR OWN SIN WITH DEATH (HELL) BUT THAT SEEMS PRETTY FOOLISH! GOD SEES & HEARS EVERYTHING YOU HAVE SAID & DONE. YOU WONT WIN AN ARGUMENT ON JUDGEMENT DAY & YOU CANT DEFEND ANY OF YOUR SINS TO HIM. WE'RE ALL GUILTY WITHOUT ACCEPTING JESUS' SACRIFICE FOR OUR SINS! MUHAMMAD DIDN'T DIE FOR YOUR SINS, BUDDHA DIDN'T DIE FOR YOUR SINS, NO PASTOR/PRIEST/MARY OR SAINT DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO IDOLS OR FALSE GODS DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO ACTOR OR CELEBRITY DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO ATHLETE OR POLITICIAN DIED FOR YOUR SINS! JESUS CHRIST ALONE DIED FOR YOUR SINS & WAS RESURRECTED FROM THE GRAVE! HE IS ALIVE & COMING BACK VERY SOON (THESE ARE END TIMES) WITH JUDGEMENT! PREPARE YOURSELVES, TURN FROM SIN & RUN TO JESUS! IT'S NOT ABOUT RELIGION, TITHING, CHURCH... IT STARTS WITH ASKING HIM TO FORGIVE YOUR SINS & INVITING HIM INTO YOUR HEART/LIFE, SURRENDER ALL TO HIM! IT'S ABOUT A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR CREATOR. HE KNOWS YOUR PAIN & TROUBLES, TALK TO HIM LIKE A BEST FRIEND! ASK HIM TO REVEAL HIMSELF TO YOU & HELP YOU TO BELIEVE IF YOU DOUBT! DON'T WAIT TO CRY OUT! NO ONE IS PROMISED TOMORROW! HE LONGS FOR YOU TO INVITE HIM IN, HE LOVES YOU MORE THAN ANY PERSON EVER COULD, HE CREATED YOU! Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."-John 14:6 "But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven."-Matthew 10:33 “For the wages of sin is death (hell), but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord”-Romans 6:23

[@carlosparra8976]

i know! those corporate shops are so much better!

[@weirdshibainu]

It's refreshing to see a culture that doesn't consider senior age as a liability, but as an asset

[@joelshajan8706]

When half your population is over 40,old becomes the new norm

[@93SupaFly]

it will be sad once they're not there anymore. Youngsters wont able to learn from them, or let alone do same stuff.

[@michaelbeard8503]

They are mostly healthy and humble, can't say the same for American elders.

[@weirdshibainu]

@@SarcasticCynic except it's already a thing in the states. Most are done at age 50

[@maruquijano4915]

i mean the chef is over qualified. he was once a head chef. he's probably there to enjoy his retirement.

[@deputydawgoneit]

14:12 I will eternally respect any chef that can check the temperature of the oil with his bare finger.

[@naoh8026]

and he said it's about 140 C HOLY

[@BakaTaco]

@@naoh8026 Just a mild temperature... SAID NO ONE EVER.

[@rolando2700]

I work with at a pizza shop where we use a stone brick oven. Our temperature checker doesnt work so we have come to learn the flame and putting our finger on the oven to check the temp. At this point Im used to the burning of the 500-600 degree oven

[@ketfoen]

Yup, he is a chef in godmode

[@AB__30]

i went strait to the comments when i saw him do that LMAO

[@anonfx6919]

I love how Paolo does interviews he doesnt just ask questions about the resturaunt and the food but asks questions about each chef and workers like their hobbies and favorites this is really wholesome and doesnt feel like an interview anymore

[@MrRamonLuiis]

This shop has go to be one the most warmest and inviting places I've seen you visit in a while Paolo. Everyone is so quirky and full of personality, I feel like I would got for the delicious food and end up hanging around chatting hours after they closed 😂

[@c.jarmstrong3111]

Gotta love these kind of spots in Tokyo! Such a fun city

[@kobzster06]

So true, everyone is so cheery and happy, their positive attitude is infectious.

[@Fluterra]

Unfortunately, unless you speak Japanese, and go there often for a long time, they will never open up. So your dream of ‘chatting for hours after they are closed’ will not happen until you fulfill both conditions. They will be very friendly and polite though.

[@pragmaticpuppy2715]

Look at these hard working old people have to wear those diapers in their mouths while the elite don't even have to wear them.

[@c.jarmstrong3111]

@@pragmaticpuppy2715 man why you gotta be like that?

[@atulsachdeva1858]

I love the chefs. I love the fact that they are "alive" at their age. I love the chemistry between owner and the chefs. It is evident that they have been working together for long. This was a great episode

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Hardcore Sex

[@nickypoo52]

They are so lively and young

[@JESUSCHRIST-ONLYWAYTOHEAVEN]

JESUS KNOCKS ON YOUR HEART AND LONGS FOR YOU TO ANSWER! HE DOESN'T WANT TO SEE ANYONE PERISH INTO HELL. GOD LOVES YOU SO HE GIVES YOU FREE WILL AND A CHOICE TO ACCEPT HIM OR REJECT HIM. TO LOVE HIM OR TO LOVE SIN/THIS WORLD. CALL UPON JESUS & ASK HIM TO FORGIVE YOUR SINS! SURRENDER YOUR WILL & YOUR LIFE TO HIM AND HE WILL GIVE YOU ETERNAL LIFE IN HEAVEN! PICTURE YOUR BEST DAY ON EARTH TIMES A BILLION FOR ETERNITY, THAT'S HEAVEN! NOW PICTURE YOUR WORST DAY ON EARTH TIMES A BILLION FOR ETERNITY, THAT'S HELL! HE WILL GIVE YOU WHAT YOU WANT SO IF YOU REJECT HIM YOU WILL BE SEPARATED FROM HIM & HIS BLESSINGS (LOVE, PEACE, JOY, HOPE, REST, ETC). IN HELL YOU WILL BE ALONE WITHOUT GOD OR PEOPLE, YOU WILL BE HOPELESS, YOU WILL BE IN DESPAIR & AGONY FOREVER! GOD'S STANDARD FOR HEAVEN IS PERFECTION AND ONLY JESUS (THE SON OF GOD/GOD IN THE FLESH) LIVED THAT PERFECT LIFE! HE LAID DOWN HIS LIFE & TOOK THE WRATH OF THE FATHER ON THE CROSS FOR YOUR SINS! GOD IS JUST SO HE MUST PUNISH SIN & HE IS HOLY SO NO SIN CAN ENTER HIS KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. IF YOU ARE IN CHRIST ON JUDGEMENT DAY GOD WILL SEE YOU AS HIS PERFECT SON (SINLESS SINCE YOUR SINS ARE COVERED BY JESUS' OFFERING). YOU CAN ALSO CHOOSE TO REJECT JESUS' GIFT/SACRIFICE & PAY FOR YOUR OWN SIN WITH DEATH (HELL) BUT THAT SEEMS PRETTY FOOLISH! GOD SEES & HEARS EVERYTHING YOU HAVE SAID & DONE. YOU WONT WIN AN ARGUMENT ON JUDGEMENT DAY & YOU CANT DEFEND ANY OF YOUR SINS TO HIM. WE'RE ALL GUILTY WITHOUT ACCEPTING JESUS' SACRIFICE FOR OUR SINS! MUHAMMAD DIDN'T DIE FOR YOUR SINS, BUDDHA DIDN'T DIE FOR YOUR SINS, NO PASTOR/PRIEST/MARY OR SAINT DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO IDOLS OR FALSE GODS DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO ACTOR OR CELEBRITY DIED FOR YOUR SINS, NO ATHLETE OR POLITICIAN DIED FOR YOUR SINS! JESUS CHRIST ALONE DIED FOR YOUR SINS & WAS RESURRECTED FROM THE GRAVE! HE IS ALIVE & COMING BACK VERY SOON (THESE ARE END TIMES) WITH JUDGEMENT! PREPARE YOURSELVES, TURN FROM SIN & RUN TO JESUS! IT'S NOT ABOUT RELIGION, TITHING, CHURCH... IT STARTS WITH ASKING HIM TO FORGIVE YOUR SINS & INVITING HIM INTO YOUR HEART/LIFE, SURRENDER ALL TO HIM! IT'S ABOUT A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR CREATOR. HE KNOWS YOUR PAIN & TROUBLES, TALK TO HIM LIKE A BEST FRIEND! ASK HIM TO REVEAL HIMSELF TO YOU & HELP YOU TO BELIEVE IF YOU DOUBT! DON'T WAIT TO CRY OUT! NO ONE IS PROMISED TOMORROW! HE LONGS FOR YOU TO INVITE HIM IN, HE LOVES YOU MORE THAN ANY PERSON EVER COULD, HE CREATED YOU! Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."-John 14:6 "But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven."-Matthew 10:33 “For the wages of sin is death (hell), but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord”-Romans 6:23

[@classicpotato3352]

He looks young for a 75 old, and his spirit is youthful.

[@socallawrence]

Took the words right out of my mouth

[@danm5954]

I ate here for lunch today and it was awesome! The guys and the restaurant ambience are just as authentic as they are in the video. The portions and taste are perfect, I don’t think I can get chain tendon ever again, can’t recommend this place enough!!!

[@Lara-vo6rp]

thats so awesome! Hopefully someday I hope i'll get to visit the place!

[@kaonashi93]

I hope my like and comment will make you visit and eat there again. 🙏

[@NurseNelson]

I am going to Tokyo next month so I hope they will be open Golden week 🤞🏻🙏🏽

[@markylon]

I will go here too soon, do you speak Japanese, how did you manage speaking English?

[@danm5954]

@@markylonyes, I speak/read a moderate amount of Japanese. The gentlemen’s up front speaks a little bit of English and there is an English menu but I noticed it did not have all the items from the Japanese menu. I recommend studying their Japanese menu on Google Maps with a translation app and knowing what you want before you go. I recommend the Shio Tendon (塩天丼) without all the sauce. Overall, they are genuinely very nice and accommodating just as they are in the video, enjoy.

[@phin1871]

I am in shock knowing that this humble, family-owned business replaces their frying oil TWICE a day instead of cheaply recycling it with the oil filtration machine like most big fast food franchises do

[@monde9570]

Also they use special sesame oil! And all the fresh vegetables and the fish just looked exquisite

[@fallensariel4918]

These grandpas are all so wholesome, it's so fun to watch them work and interact with each other. I really love this episode of Behind the Counter! Keep up the good work, Paolo! :))

[@rg20322]

These granpas are awesome and have such wisdom to push into the next life. This is an amazing video.

[@Tz3952ii]

And their smiles are contagious! I was smiling throughout the video and tried to understand every word they said. They are very quick both physically and mentally and so cute 😊

[@nothing1601]

They look so young

[@magnem1043]

@@nothing1601 Japanese live longest on average in the world

[@supremebonkripper7460]

You’re really outcompeting other youtubers with your series! Day in the life, behind the counter and made in japan are all amazing

[@sharonxue2781]

It’s so amazing to find that Japanese restaurants are so tiny but everything is so clean and organized. And the chefs are so energetic and professional

[@Aizen513]

Fr like it’s soo small I don’t know how they handle it

[@leejimmy2209]

The most impressive thing is that they are using DRUMSTICKS to do the frying. Simply LOVE all these ingenious and efficient ideas.

[@thomasji7614]

Local Japanese hospitality is the most wholesome thing when visiting Japan. I miss the authentic Japanese tempura... Thanks for another great video Paolo! Have a great weekend~ :D

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

It really is!

[@gabbyroman2234]

I was so immersed in the video that once they started cleaning after lunch and preparing for dinner I thought ," oh boy, now we get to see the dinner service!" Then I realized the video was ending. Didn't realize 17 minutes had passed so quickly! Another great video Paolo!

[@cindymora6714]

Me too!!!! I wish they would stay all day with them

[@tritruong8125]

Haha...same with me!

[@umashankardas1608]

Same here 😂

[@imjoyous4659]

same😂

[@gungho8180]

Same! I was excited for the dinner half of the episode too...

[@LEV1ATHYN]

Everything I love about Japan. Hard work, honour, diligence, politeness, decency. Japan needs its own planet.

[@magnem1043]

They have had their own Island for thousands of years, meaning they had time for meditations to become what they are

[@momowa]

@@magnem1043 hope they just continue to stay their islands don’t invade other countries and keep well its radiated water.

[@magnem1043]

@@momowa dont worry Japanese will exist after we die or mix out

[@gavcom4060]

@@momowa relax they’re not gonna do another imperial japan

[@user-ycx4yvxs8q]

@@momowa Sell it to Putin and his fellow Russians, will you? What was your purpose watching this video in the first place.

[@Vancoo001]

While i was watching this, i remember my late grandpa...

[@ig_antique]

I've watched a lot of the same style of video as this, but this is way better than those since I saw how they interacted with you! It's more human. Thank you!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@erikvinnes]

Yeah, totally agree. Did'nt actually think of this point, but i think its a good point. Love your amazing content! Greetings from Norway!

[@extremepacifist8719]

Absolutely, this video just felt so humble and warm with all the interactions.

[@Tz3952ii]

I'm 100% sure Paolo's personality helped them feel comfortable and made them be themselves in front of the camera. Without him they may have gotten nervous and wouldn't show their such awesome personalities. Great job always Paolo 😊❤️

[@xandercage2107]

Whoa, this is quite a surprise, Paolo! This restaurant you're at, Tempura Mikaku, was actually featured in a small ending segment on an episode of the anime "Isekai Izakaya"! And Mr Mori's father, the owner, was the very same chef who served tempura to Kenichi Nagira, the famous Japanese actor who hosted the segment! Edit: 400+ likes?! Y'all are awesome! And Paolo, please go meet Mr Mori's father and ask him about meeting Kenichi Nagira! I bet he has a great story about his encounter with Mr Nagira!

[@zgcuber]

i watched isekai izakaya last august, the episodes were quite entertaining especially when they feature dishes in the anime, in real life restaurants. what did you think of it?

[@londening]

No way, I was just rewatching Isekai Izakaya! Gotta go check the tempura episode again…

[@Dohkosho]

Episode? :(

[@xandercage2107]

@@Dohkosho episode 6

[@xandercage2107]

@@zgcuber the ending segments are just as entertaining as the episodes! I've tried some of the recipes that Mr Kijima showcased during his segments and they're AMAZING!

[@kalibanos]

This is one of the best videos Ive ever seen. Fast paced, great narration, great translation, great editing, great food. Those old timers are just oozing charisma!

[@bryandouglas8894]

What an adorable elder gentleman. "This is so fun" - literally made me smile and feel happy

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Those little family run places are great. There’s a little place not far from where I live, run by an old lady who’s at least 80 years old. No exaggeration. She’s being running the place for something like 50 years, originally with her husband but after he passed away all by herself. And of course, the tempura is fantastic. And the hospitality…this is the interesting part, she just kind of brings you whatever she feels like, no matter what you order. Oh, she ALSO brings you what you order, but mostly whatever she feels like. 😆 Sometimes she fries up some pretty crazy stuff, too. But always delicious. And cheap!

[@steemlenn8797]

LOL Uncle Roger voice: So random, so random!

[@user-uv6rb2yu6x]

いいお店を見つけましたね！！！

[@MikeyMikeShabadoo]

My wife & I went to this place a couple years ago, we still talk about how good it was!!

[@lainn1582]

Japan is full of good people. Their Hospitality is great, the way they treat each other and love their work is so wholesome.

[@kawaiidaphne8153]

I really miss Japan. 2 years had passed but still the memory of food, people and culture is still fresh.

[@InVerum]

Of all the restaurants you've profiled on this channel this one feels like a MUST visit when I come to Japan. Everything about it just has so much personality, and the food looks amazing!!

[@tacodias]

“To serve beautiful food fast to the customers while being accurate with the orders” This is the target that all the restaurants should strive for but only few achieve! I’ll be there when re-visiting Japan!

[@MoonsideResident]

A restaurant mission statement to live by, for sure.

[@detected1989]

wow! These senior citizens truly deserve respects for their hard work, their hard-earned experience, their working morale, their spirits, their strength and their loyalty. I can’t believe the chef uses his own finger to test the boiling oil’s temperature :😱😱😱😱

[@Xx-VSM-xX]

I love Japanese culture. Everyone seems so friendly and business owners seem to really care about customers. If I could move out of the United States I would definitely move to Japan

[@magnem1043]

Its a culture of responsibility and perfection, some virtues the US has replaced with self expression and comfort

[@danthanh98]

you need to learn Japanese first and then find a job there. But seriously not many foreigners wanna work there, their working culture is really insane. Its always better to travel not to work there

[@ggavalon5803]

@@danthanh98 Yeah I looked into it a while back and the demands for the field I work in is insane, but from what I know the working culture is getting a bit more lenient and more modern depending on the company, as oppose to the traditional insane work loads and work hours

[@danthanh98]

@@ggavalon5803 if u can work for an international one and speak fluent Japanese then that's the dream country!

[@blengi]

japan in not even within the top 50 happiest countries let alone competitive with most western countries who rule the world happiness index.

[@kaydeekelly5852]

such a fun place to work. they all seems to enjoy it.and the foods look awesome

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

This was a fun one to film. Everyone was so friendly.

[@9ballprodigy]

I love the shokunin aspect of Japanese culture. In America, you just rarely see people following in the family business for a hundred years and working for 40+ years day in a day out.

[@noticemesenpai6585]

I mean bureaucratic nonsense, red tape, laws, regulations and taxes absolutely WRECK small businesses in the states. Meanwhile the mega ones don't pay any taxes. All the politicians in America literally just want nothing but mega chains and global corporations. So the chances of someone being able to pass down a business multiple generations here is tough.

[@Megumi581997]

I'm from France, and I really, really enjoy your videos. The quality is amazing and people are so kind. I'm thankful for having internet and be able to see your videos. Have a wonderful day.

[@catfish9539]

It’s wonderful to see elders with such a wealth of experience and pride in their work still giving their richness to the workplace. Many countries would see making the same foods day in day out as boring I love how that Japanese still consider it as learning.

[@JasonBlair]

Those guys seem like they'd be fun to hang out with, and that food looks AMAZING

[@Tz3952ii]

Ikr? I really feel like wanna join that little table while they eat makanai lunch together 😁

[@jsamrie]

I'm still in the middle of watching this video but I just had to stop and say that I realllyyyy love that Paolo takes his time to interact with them and talk about their hobbies, families, etc!

[@spookytoast5621]

exactly! it’s interesting to see how the shop works but it’s even more interesting to see who is working behind the counter and what their life is behind the shop!

[@jbucata]

I wonder if it's only possible for him to take that extra time nowadays because business is so slow due to COVID...

[@krishnahandoko6578]

40 years working in the one place.... Now that is a real dedication.... Respect to this gentleman....

[@joolieberry]

I love Japanese culture of having purpose and passion in life! I guess that's why we see so many Japanese seniors still so active and working in their day to day life :D

[@_w_w_]

I thought I know what tempura is until one of my Japanese clients took me to a real local shop like this. The batter coating is so thin and airy. You can taste the ingredient and without feel any greasiness of fried food. Definitely miss Japan!

[@write_software_well]

I needed to see this after all the tragic news about war since yesterday. I love their energy, camaraderie, and companionship with each other. Instead of living a sad life in a retirement home, they get to do what they enjoy and are good at with the people they enjoy working with. Indeed, a blessed life! Thank you for recording this video, especially today 🙏

[@dansmith1661]

No one cared when China took over part of the Atlantic Ocean to build its bases around East China.

[@XavierBakunawa]

@@dansmith1661 Don't you mean the Pacific Ocean??

[@alpacacomentadora413]

@@dansmith1661 No one cares about children in africa

[@davidimhoff2118]

I have to say I am from Massachusetts, USA and I don't get to see stuff like this where I live. I'm sure if I went to Chinatown in Boston I could see some things but I don't speak the language. It's really nice to get a glimpse on this shop's way of life. I love Tempura but fish is not my favorite. I think it's wonderful to hear the answers to the questions you ask everyone. I wish I could of grown up in this culture. I find it so interesting. My culture is boring lol

[@krzy2011]

I like how well organized all japanese restaurant and how clean they are

[@ColinGallagher]

Asking them personal questions really breaks down the serious and committed service facade that Japanese workers have. Keep up with that style!

[@SugoiAsano]

Shops like these make me want to learn Japanese so I"m better prepared when I go in. I went to a really nice ramen place near Kanda station and they didn't speak English but they tried so hard to ask how I liked it and I literally went back like 4 times because it was soo good. I literally adore these kinds of shops and considered them hidden gems when I visited

[@carolyncilento5074]

😊

[@daylecb]

This looks amazing, definitely a must to visit, I still cant get over the chef sticking his fingers in hot oil! impressive.

[@Genyuro]

I really dig these old men, skillfull but humble and kind, hardworking and cheerfull, i can never be like that

[@__aceofspades]

What a bunch of nice old guys working hard and running a cool little tempura restaurant. I'd love to eat there, such experience and passion for their craft.

[@arashnikoubashman6946]

The food looks delicious! Can’t wait to visit Japan hopefully soon again

[@Tz3952ii]

16:32 He said Itadaki Mammoth!! for Itadaki masu 😂 So cute!!

[@AdriannaEspina-vo6ze]

What I admire most about Japanese people is their loyalty in their jobs (specifically shops like these), noticed how all of them have been working there for most of their life and it just shows how they all respect each other and most importantly love what they do!

[@smoothride7841]

They're married to the company.

[@Kurodo222]

Why should people have loyalty to their jobs when their jobs have no loyalty to them?

[@marvinmarcos8424]

I work in a japanese restaurant in paris and tempura is one of the dish i learn and traditional way of preparing it is really hard, watching this makes me appreciate a lot of what my sensie teach me.

[@KH-qe5zf]

the passion from all the staff...75 y/o and still enjoying what he does...that's amazing...

[@UmaiSeries]

Tempura is our all time favorite Japanese food. Simple yet so delicious if cooked right. This shop looks like they take pride and joy in serving each meal. Very admirable trait of Japanese people. 👍🏼

[@anonymousreviewer169]

It's terrible for your health, as with all fried foods. The only downside to it.

[@robustanybody5138]

I wouldn't call it Japanese food

[@ujimars5499]

I love this shop, Been to many times They honestly care about how the food taste and love to see the enjoyment of how the customers react to the taste.

[@Mrctubeee]

I love Japan man, god bless Japan😭 they look so happy doing what they do, very warm, friendly and kind folks. I hope to go to eat there one day🙏🏼

[@Beaut_Beau]

Those old grandpas are adorable! I love their smiles and their enthusiastic attitude ^_^

[@jayringo77]

The cleanliness is amazing! Such a warm inviting restaurant. You can see the dedication and care they put into the food to satisfy their customers. What a treat!

[@andrear9767]

Is he checking the oil temperature with his bare hand?! oh wow, that looks delicious and I love the restaurant is so cozy, how amazing are these videos, you can see the love he puts in each piece

[@Dannydrinkbottom]

I love Japanese old people. They’re so unique.

[@michellethong8476]

Easily the most charming, warmest environment ever - I can't wait to try this place when Japan opens up!

[@veronicahernandez9320]

This episode made me smile so many times! What a wonderful place and the people working there! You can feel the love that they put, the dedication and the pasion!

[@salldri620]

We are here eating lunch because of your video! Thank you so much we would have never found or tried. We love that they have English and vegetarian menus.

[@chiarachivilo6893]

Did you meet the workers?

[@spadox3199]

Normal chef: Check the oil temperature with a thermometer. Japanese chef: Dip his finger.

[@TheMaster375]

Seems like a really warm environment! That chef is still hustlin' at 80 years old! 💪💪

[@xmine08]

The pride and craftsmanship in those restaurants is just heartwarming. Where I live these kind of restaurants are getting rare, the prices have increased (Especially in the last year) while the quality has dropped significantly. I find myself outing out less, primarily because of the quality.

[@DidzandPapiinJapan]

sasuga Nihon 🎉🇯🇵 i sooo love Japanese’ dedication to their job and service especially in restaurants like this .. you can be sure you’ll be served the best food ..

[@aldenvar]

Love the kitchen and the cleanliness and that salt tempura bowl looks amazing even the worker there are amazing. I'm definitely bookmarking this restaurant for next year ! Thanks Paolo for this great video.

[@Macho_Fantastico]

I love the chefs, they have so much knowledge and experience.

[@nurfikriahmohdhashim6524]

they are so loving towards their customer. their passion is shown throughout the day.

[@jordanlaramore5430]

Everyone at this shop seems to love their jobs and they all seem like great people! I want to visit it now! I hope they fully recover from the COVID pandemic soon.

[@tj-dx7bb]

you immediately see how much love and joy they put into running their restaurant it´s so lovely and heart warming

[@Schroefdoppie]

Love how upbeat and energetic these oldtimers are and interact. Looks like the perfect little place to eat 👌 Great video Paolo! Well shot and edited👍

[@twanxz4955]

I would love to visit Japan one day and eat here. Japanese people amaze me. Btw congrats Blue Samurai for Qualifying in World Cup Qatar 2022!

[@kayequintero7100]

it's so inspiring to ser elderly people work hard.. their compassion for their job is priceless.. im smiling while watching this video

[@peppepinto7072]

One of the best, funniest and most hearthwarming video you've made. Thank you so much

[@SaitamaClaus]

Me: accidentally touches a hot bowl, "ouch" Him: sticks his finger in extremely hot oil, "its about 140 degrees" Me: :O

[@incog.nyto.]

my man checks the oil temp like it's a pool in the summer

[@HaroImAsian]

I wish Canada had the style of restaurants japan had. Not even the machine ordering but just the quality of food you get for the fair prices. Not to mention how fast the food always comes out. Even the “fast food” places are so much better than in Canada. I remember going to ramen shops, tempura shops like this, and even curry tonkatsu places. They were all amazing. Lets not even forget about the convenience store food. Even that kind of food is almost restaurant grade even tho i do think it is a little overhyped

[@nikko7345]

You know the food is gonna be great when the cook can put his hand in hot frying oil! Just shows how experienced he his

[@reebak0066]

I enjoyed this video a lot! Thanks for showing us this behind the scenes view!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

More to come!

[@JasperCasper24]

This is my new favourite episode, everyone is so lovely

[@katiakapelke2497]

I truly miss living in Japan ! As a military family we were stationed in Okinawa for near 3 years and had the opportunity to visit Korea as well . I have to say , best costumer service ever !! They are always so respectful and take pride in everything they do 🙌🏽 Loved the video Paolo ! Keep them coming !

[@wanr5701]

The thing I really like about Japanese is even works like chef and cook are considered as art and craft, with so many hours spent just to perfect it. They didn't consider it to be just another simple job that anyone can do it. Everything work is an art.

[@pokcay]

At this rate, Paolo had so many behind-the-door secrets of many different establishment, and he can single handedly open any type of business he wants hahahhaha. Great content as always, Paolo!

[@mtbelly1972]

Wow amazing. Japan is one place me and my family want to visit. It's such a beautiful country. Thank you for the wonderful video's.

[@bigstyx]

I would be in heaven if had the opportunity to go to Japan. It’s #1 on my wish list

[@ChristianLieb]

This working environment was so relaxed, professional and at the same time humane. I really enjoyed this video - well made, well done. =)

[@YoursTrulyFromMe]

Did no one noticed how the tempura master CASUALLY dips his finger in hot frying oil? Fingers of STEEL🦾🦾

[@isaipineda8028]

This video is probably the best one you've made until now and it's not because of anything different but the guests were just so cool. Thank you for this one.

[@AaronKaiMCDNLD]

My Man's 80 years old and cooking some of the finest tempura, bless.

[@DoNotPause]

There's so much personality in this restaurant, feels very warm and inviting just by watching it. I guess family businesses really makes a difference compared to chain restaurants.

[@JackieMui]

Another great video and so incredible to see these "young" men working and having fun. So cool to see that they use a special sesame oil to fry, sources awesome ingredients, even the dashi guy was another small business of 5. The grandpa's laugh after each question is so wholesome. I'm totally bookmarking this for my next trip to Japan!

[@digitaldreams3000]

I love their enthusiasm, vitality and dedication to mastery and perfection!

[@teaanjay]

These gentlemen are so energetic and passionate about their jobs! Also love when they talk about their hobbies. Gotta visit them one day.

[@josielaidadelacruz9357]

I used to eat there when i was working with the philippine embassy years back , i love their tempura , so healthy and oishi. My colleague ordered soft drinks to go with her lunch , and the chef said dame dame , cha only , hahaha, they just give free tea and no to soft drinks cause he said soft drinks are bad for the health , glad to see the chef again , he is very diligent and dedicated

[@donaldfyee]

Every ingredient are prepared and cooked freshly... Also nice to see family business pass on generation to generation... Good Job :)

[@ilov_eplants]

The food looks so good I wish I could visit Japan

[@douglasdeguzman7729]

I watch this video all the way through every time it pops up. These guys seem to be pretty funny guys and are enjoying each others company at work. Hope they're all still doing well.

[@Khanh.Nguyen369]

Very different version of food blogging. Creative and breath of fresh air from the selfie cam. Great job man.

[@RICHASASA]

This is the kind of tempura shop I would want to try next time I visit, it just oozes Japanese hospitality. I can't wait for my next trip, hopefully soon.

[@GIChiyo]

I really hope you all go to the festival and film it, I like these guys!!!

[@uaena182]

up!

[@kevinchiu3869]

it's so amazing to see the amount of love and attention they put into the entire experience for their customers, thank you paolo for sharing this to the world!