Unintentional ASMR 🖋️ Senior Japanese Handcrafted Fountain Pen Masters

Original footage from "Modern History of Writing." 筆記の近代誌 produced by Prof. KOIKE Jun'ichi at the National Museum of Japanese History
Original videos: • Masters of the Fountai... , • Masters of the Fountai... , • Masters of the Fountai...
Channel: Michael T Shue Studios
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(I significantly edited/enhanced the audio & video for better ASMR effect).
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[@BestUnintentionalASMR]

Ok I admit this one is a bit unusual, somewhat of a random find, and the sounds might be too harsh for asmr (I tried my best to still make it enjoyable by editing video & audio) .. I thought it could be nice as a prequel to the Pen Shop Salesman kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXuclJaCmtGisMk - and I enjoyed it visually and admired these seasoned masters still working their craft, so maybe you can appreciate it as well!

[@johnswanger8474]

The effort to bring it to us was worth it, for me anyways. I appreciate the opportunity to delve a bit into interesting topics and people. Thanks. *regarding this vid and ASMR, I found that listening to it on my cell at about half volume worked much better. Normally, I listen with headphones, but the higher fidelity audio was a bit overwhelming on this one.

[@Lukeeiiee]

please don't put sounds like this 2:02 into asmr videos ever again. it's the very opposite of asmr

[@firstlasts9630]

Initially it was a lil harsh, but midway through, the tingles kicked in...nice video to pop up in my feed

[@giausjulius4]

I think for some it may be too harsh. For me it was okay except for the very scratchy sounds of when the craftsmen were creating the threading on the barrels of the pens. Almost like nails on a chalk board. I am not sure how well these sounds can be tempered in editing but either trying to make them less offensive by lowering the volume or cutting those particular sounds would be good. Either way I still enjoyed the video. I like the sounds of people working with their hands so this is a rare treat which almost no other ASMR channel can match. Only a few leatherworking channels can give the same feel.

[@RurouniKalainGaming]

@@Lukeeiiee Agreed. ^^;; Ow.

[@Squalestang92]

Look at that pedal control. This guy is totally a Tokyo drifter by night

[@takyontulpa]

Squalestang92 underrated comment

[@cleetorres5098]

He's for sure one of the Takahashi's brothers

[@corazonnegro413]

Clee Torres this guy gets it

[@barisondude7673]

They call him DK ! Drift king

[@Felix-ix3qe]

You mean TOUGE RACER?! **Eurobeat starts playing**

[@Rowan-kn9pb]

Sadly, Kiyoshi Kato passed on 10 years ago (2010) at the age of 85.

[@ilyasnasri632]

RIP 😢

[@dixoncider8372]

And just as I thought this was gonna be a good day

[@bakfietspriester]

Rest in peace

[@kirzu2280]

I was getting relaxed, but now I'm sad

[@cornpop7863]

Journey well.

[@MrHidePatten]

Good to know I’m not the only person who was suddenly compelled to sit up straight.

[@bunberrier]

LoL I straightened right up looking at that hunch. Im glad the man radiates joy like he does but I wish he would adjust those work stations.

[@freddycoreas]

bunberrier I think it’s just cus of how tall he is but damn I feel bad for him just glad the dude is happy with what he’s doing

[@3thalluing339]

I’m suddenly convinced to stop sleeping with a big pillow now and change it to a smaller one

[@fuzzyhair321]

@@3thalluing339 walking alot helps too, keeps your back strong and neck straight

[@Jomoko89]

For those who don't understand Japanese, in the part of the video where we see "Nakaya Fountain Pen" the Mr. Nakaya describes their most common request to be in repair of pens that have gone out of alighnment. He shows us some pliers that he recieved from his father back in the 60's and those pliers are older than him. A customer enters the shop explaining that her pen has become hard to write with, Mr.Nakaya then sets out to re-align the tip of the pen, after adjustment the customer is surprised at how soft the pen feels and is very satisified with the work. the end of that segment is just him explaining some requests he recieves and gives a garuntee to customers to bring back their pens if they ever need them fixed again.

[@schulnot511]

Thank you, Jomoko. My Duolingo-App Japanese is not sufficient...

[@danisaguilera]

Thank you!!! But Please, what is the deeeeeal with his nails? It's too much nail! (Seinfeld voice)

[@aek12]

How do you know it? Are you lying?

[@artandscience3863]

Thanks so much for your addition to this video. I got half way through before I realized this was Nakaya. I am fortunate to own one of their pens and it’s great to see the craftsmen at work. Wonderful.

[@davidbnsmessex.5953]

Thankyou for that explanation , take care .

[@SAVUFILMS]

Bruh this guy is hunched over in a perfect right angle

[@FUTBOLnotSoccer]

I THINK YOU GOT IT BACKWARDS. HE'S HUNCHED OVER AT THAT ANGLE BECAUSE HE'S BEEN DOING THAT SAME ROUTINE FOR YEARS AND YEARS

[@SAVUFILMS]

@@FUTBOLnotSoccer yeah I know

[@bassgod985]

This job has destroyed his posture

[@blitzmane22]

He needs some Alexander technique lessons

[@ms11146]

Do not insult an old man, SAVUFILMS! He is like a grandpa to me whether he’s hunched or not.

[@Curtis.....]

If you told me this was the oldest guy in the world I'd be like "alright"

[@CapybaraMMA]

This is my all time favorite comment

[@nielsjohnsen8785]

Who?

[@GinOnTheRockz]

He must be in the top 10

[@matazombis6968]

He passed away in 2010 at the age of 85

[@SeaSerpentLevi]

I think he lacks a epic beard But he can be the son of the oldest guy xD

[@binkyboy448]

Just seeing these people work and focus so meticulously on their craft, and not purely for the sake of triggering ASMR, is all that matters to me.

[@derekyoung8312]

Poor old man has the posture of Mr burns from the Simpson

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

He’s an old samurai

[@Hidden-Secrets]

im actually amazed by his hand and foot coordination.

[@rezandrarizkyirianto-1933]

Yeah, I wouldn't be surprised if he has some Initial D experience judging from his pedal control

[@Hidden-Secrets]

@@rezandrarizkyirianto-1933 #godfootandgodarm

[@gustavopedroza8346]

You dont see craftmanship like thise no more. This is why its important.

[@LR-hu2pj]

This is an art

[@cennedystv8098]

Ngl bro handmade stuff are pretty popular

[@bgrace94]

Well I, for one, found this video rather enjoyable.

[@EggBastion]

if a little unsettling very yes

[@cesigallardo2233]

It's not asmr-ish but its interesting.

[@wyattparkhurst2681]

It's always at least interesting to watch an expert at their craft.

[@MDestron2282]

Posture be damned! We are looking at the last men that can make these masterpieces by hand. This is probably the last generation of such amazing artists. It should be an honor to be able to see their craftsmanship.

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

What’s so great about making stuff by hand? He’s just crudely gluing pieces of ebonite together. A machine can do that with greater accuracy.

[@MDestron2282]

@@abdullahal-shimri3091 There is nothing I can say to you based on your comment. You're just hollow.

[@alanrogs3990]

@@abdullahal-shimri3091 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJWUn413rMakmdU

[@hotchocolate1782]

@@abdullahal-shimri3091 A machine could manufacture thousands of fountain pens in seconds, but only a human can make a truly beautiful one.

[@masamunekozuki5012]

@@abdullahal-shimri3091 wonder why those pen you're talking about are cheap? because it wasn't created by hand and pure skills.

[@les8947]

i cant relax while seeing that poor old man's horrible posture. my neck and back started to hurt just from looking T_T

[@aalazzers]

Thought it was just me glad others feel the same way.

[@rhsandne71]

Lol

[@AwesomeDude799]

He needs a chiropractor

[@Jayfive276]

*Diana has entered the chat*

[@bondunkulusclips3333]

He looks like £

[@patlafontaine6773]

'He was a quiet man, a craftsman... with superb slippers'

[@NORTH_CAROLINA_REAPER]

I saw that video too

[@h.a.7581]

I've found a massive new respect for fountain pens now. amazing skill and craftsmanship. hats off to these talented seniors.

[@Want2SurfNow]

I find this amazing and love these types of videos. It's a shame so many are more interested in complaining about "posture" and "environment" rather than being open minded enough to realize these are true craftsmen who have dedicated themselves to perfecting their work. Their lives are dedicated to doing what they love, not worrying about having a cushy chair to sit in with a clean desk.

[@deathslicers]

It's hard to fault them for having concerns about the craftsman's health. Their posture is simply terrible, even if their body has adapted to it. The work they're doing is incredible, but it is a shame to see that their body has become such an unnatural shape due to work conditions. He doesn't look to be in any pain at least.

[@tnbk_andrxw4474]

That cushy chair and better posture would add years to their life expectancy you twit. That way they could work and build their desired projects for many more years..

[@Want2SurfNow]

Again, do you think they care about a cushy chair? They are concerned with their craftsmanship. I'm pretty certain if "being comfy" were important, they would buy a damn chair, you "twit". I'd also say based on the looks of it, and actually reading rather than just posting snarky comments, the life expectancy over there is much higher.

[@tnbk_andrxw4474]

@@Want2SurfNow would be even higher if he had better posture. 🤙🏼

[@ms11146]

Yes, you’re right hicarbon

[@McRocket]

For a guy his age, he seems to have AMAZINGLY steady hands. heck, for almost anyone he has very steady hands (it seems).

[@SithFreakinDastard]

It's not even the ASMR aspect of this video, it's the meticulous nature of the work and the attention to detail that I love so much.

[@sweetlil629]

This was actually very relaxing to me. Ignore everyone saying it isn’t asmr

[@cefirodewinter9086]

I get the asmr feeling when I see people doing stuff that they know how to do well, it doesent matter if its a dunjeon tutorial from runescape or this old man doing his job

[@eddyla00]

To me, its asmr....

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

even with the screeching pens? xD

[@light819]

That work environment looks terrible for their backs look at how he hunches over to do everything

[@Fr00stee]

they need standing desks everywhere or super low chairs

[@thelegacyofgaming2928]

It is. You can tell by his posture.

[@AttilaVoices]

Man... i was feeling horrified when i saw the way he hunches over... poor old guy :(

[@veevee883]

That's how it works

[@freehongkong8732]

In Asia that's probably considered amazing conditions

[@3DGvisuals]

22:08 onwards is the best asmr bit.

[@Ferreal92]

This man obviously loves what he does and considers his work very important. Very much reminds me of my grandfather who owned a barber shop and cut hair from the time he was 20, all the way to his early 80's. Near the end of his life he told my grandmother that he wasn't going to work, but to go see his friends.

[@naturemarveled9876]

When I was growing up in Central America I used to watch a couple of shoemakers that had a shop in my neighborhood and they were masters at what they did just like this old gentleman. Craftsmanship like this is awesome to watch and appreciate. Machines will never be able to come even close to match the human brain, a true testament to our Creator I think.

[@Odibio.Skins.]

nothing but respect for people who work this hard.

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

As a textile doll crafter myself, I have nothing but awe for the way these gentlemen work, plus the skill and experience they bring to the exquisite products they create!

[@parashartarget3235]

His mounted back and forward neck Shows how much time and dedication he put in his job. Those pens are no doubt the best I have seen. Respect.

[@lhakpasona1]

a minute into the video and that's what I noticed .....so came here in the comment section to find out who did it too

[@growmafia4113]

Pretty awesome to see something like this as a CNC lathe operator. This guy make me appreciate the craft a whole lot more.

[@gutsngorrrr]

The skill involved in what they are doing is amazing, cutting the threads that was is not easy. And some of those pens being repaired at the end were old. It's just lovely to see such wonderful craftsmanship.

[@martinthemillwright]

The decades of skill here are a pleasure to watch. Those pens must be a joy to use.

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Love watching people doing things well

[@eduardorivera508]

This one is my favorite one yet! I get lots of tingles seeing people showing their mastery in obscure machines. Thanks for this upload!

[@user-sh5ef1hg1t]

日本の文化とか伝統とかを違った形でも海外に発信してくれてるっていいよな

[@JP-qb8qx]

I have the feeling that he spoke much more elaborately than the subtitles show.

[@MrByootox]

Real skill here, he was making threads by hand and they were perfect !

[@midsue]

Beautiful handmade fountain pen by a very skilled old master.

[@kjyhh]

Never thought, making a pen could be so easy, and so hard. Thanks for your sharing.

[@jasonr8400]

Absolutely beautiful , you don't see craftsmanship or things handmaid like this anymore. much respect

[@ssnoc]

My favorite all time KZbin video - I just love his craftsmanship 👍

[@TFMD301]

Found this same video last week! Love it. Thanks for posting it!

[@potatokitty]

I love japanese pens. The ink flows so well, and the ergonomics are just stella.

[@haroldjac7987]

And all done without even measuring,truly great craftsmanship!

[@davisking8939]

Its so entertaining watching people do what they love

[@robertstitches9517]

The skill and speed he does this at is quote impressive, a real craftsman

[@skarceoneafd9609]

Love this asmr or not I would still be watching! Amazing craftsmanship it’s more and more rare nowadays

[@RRED2]

So very much appreciated your kindness in showing us your work and the amazing skills you have. Thank you. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@jewelator]

I was also pleased with the work of the master. I will be glad if you like my work, I just recently started creating content for KZbin.

[@CONEHEADDK]

Love the sub titles. I love to learn, and "meditate" at the same time.

[@petehayes8779]

This is waaaaaaay beyond craftsmanship!

[@030baller5]

I can't imagine the back pain he has... that's how a man looks that has worked his entire life to achieve what he wanted

[@andybracken1627]

In todays throwaway society these crafts are being lost forever and it’s such a shame. We think we’re living our best lives when really we’re losing so much without even realising! Hopefully these videos will forever show what was once the fine art of hand craftsmanship

[@trishaihi3537]

It's not the value of the pen, its the value of the effort of this man put into making this pen that makes it very special.

[@brissiAU]

An absolutely beautiful piece of art.

[@Itakepicturesofthesun]

Just his posture portrays how dedicated to his work he is.

[@TheDashingDevils]

I enjoyed this, very Interesting to watch, we need more videos of this craftsmanship.

[@BlueLineofthesky]

My God, it is such a pleasure and an honor to watch these people in action. Looking at how his spine becomes bent after so many years of painstaking work...and how clean is the floor....These kinds of craftsmen are like samurai.

[@Chevaux804]

I love videos like this. Thank you.

[@gutted3638]

I love the expert dedication and skill, they are masters of their craft. Decades upon decades of experience...an incredible wealth of knowledge.

[@Shinobi33]

Poor guy permanently disfigured his back for his work. Gotta respect his level of commitment.

[@TheMilwaukieDan]

Incredible gift of craftsmanship.

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

Very adorable lad. And he also makes such beautiful pens. I’d want one for myself. Seeing his posture though strikes me.

[@joey_5060]

I want one of those first pens! Amazing work! 💕

[@Seymour-Butts_666]

Rigging up that lathe to work with foot pedals to cut the threads is Ingenious.

[@con6951]

8:06 satisfying pop

[@clintwestwood1895]

I concur with the comments relating to this Japanese master craftsmen's footwork, he is awesome.

[@Deadly2512]

The wonderful tradition of plastic pen making. How lovely

[@jeanphilippelandry9381]

im wide awake and impressed

[@asdfadfafsdfa]

The human spine is amazing at adapting to whatever position we spend the most time in

[@funeralotusabk259]

I’m fond of this channel, and at the same time watch many fountain pen videos, so to see this video here is quite cool.

[@nikkenakke3079]

Thank you for finding these calm and intresting videos. I love your channel not somuch asmr

[@robkeirns468]

"ASMR video" *SQUEEEEK CRASH GRIND GRIND GRIND CLUNK SQUUEEEEEEAALLLLLLL*

[@plopperator]

I thought the same thing and got pissed off about so many videos being called asmr but the last 3rd is good

[@IconOfSin88]

My thoughts exactly. What's next? Body cam footage from close quarter battles in a hot war zone? The video WAS interesting, though.

[@JonFFavale]

@@IconOfSin88 there's a video that has the soothing sounds of Vietnam

[@codyparker679]

As a metal worker this is pretty much numb to me on those parts

[@WMtheWM]

More satisfying than all those annoying whispering videos.

[@buzzlightyear2490]

Thank you for sharing, I've always love to see master pieces , wonderful, amazing telant. Life works at its finest

[@stanislavivanov4505]

This is truly amazing!

[@rosepalmer73]

Wonderful work, full of patience and beauty. Thank you for sharing.

[@phillamoore157]

Japanese craftsmanship in almost any industry they’re involved with, is nothing short of perfection. They over engineer, almost everything they do. Between that, and the pride they take in their work….you can’t help but be in awe of them. And, they are incredible teachers, and communicators. That culture is exquisite, beautiful, and so un-assuming. If I ever got the opportunity to move, and work there, I would in a heartbeat.

[@user-yw7jf7jw9e]

Beautiful artworks.

[@emogeane]

Wow. The pens he made are beautiful 🤍

[@ezdesizn]

True Craftsman love watching your videos

[@7Bandit7]

I wish I knew Japanese so I could just sit and talk with this man for a day. The stories would be amazing.

[@jimsteele4489]

Are you kidding? Look at h8s posture, his stories be like, "And then i made another pen"

[@sanjayrajphilip5289]

Seeing Kiyoshi kato reminiscing the old times, being an absolute master in his craft is so heartwarming

[@EduardoMartinez-le8me]

Me quede sombrado de su técnica y lo artesanal del proceso, simplemente digno de apreciar su paciencia y su entrega. Hermoso !

[@zargonfuture4046]

Perfect craftsmen making the perfect tool of enlightened man.

[@wysoft]

Nothing about this was ASMR to me but I stayed for the skill and old school manual tooling. What a cool process

[@DrMaro-jm6ji]

I’m glad to see Mr. Kato taking pride in his work

[@GreenGalaxy344]

Beautiful craftsmanship

[@NegotiableHemingway]

I was impressed how clean the streets were

[@even1007]

Only do one thing in a lifetime! This is the craftsman spirit!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@xbluedreamx]

Amazing, love it

[@vitaliifox8066]

Не перестаю удивляться мастерам Японии! Качество исключительно!! Браво!

[@user-ln2mu2sc4t]

Мастера от Бога, что сказать. Россия тоже ими богата. Трудятся старички по заводам, а смена пока жидковата.

[@masamunekozuki5012]

i would love to have one of mr kato pens. i hope i could get one in the future. their dedication to their crafts are beyond respect.

[@ricardolafou5921]

1 word: Respect.👍🏼✌🏻💪🏼♥️

[@helmuttemmen3047]

Das ist Qualitätsarbeit wie es nur noch selten anzutreffen ist.Meine absolute Hochachtung für diese Herren und Meister.Wunderbar,herrliche Stücke….Super…❤️❤️❤️ Die besten Füllfederhalter kommen eben aus Japan.

[@ambi8music646]

He needs a ring dinger from dr Gregory Johnston

[@ethanporette1333]

correct

[@Ziggs-Kitchen]

AMBI8 Music Ya “crack addict” 😂

[@retrofordboy]

Yesth meeam!

[@elfsjdw]

I’ve watched him turn a guy down with the same posture because there wasn’t anything he could do

[@wastedoxys]

He needs dr ian

[@HerrSchrodinger]

Call me weird but I find this kind of stuff relaxing to listen and watch

[@dunwoodie27]

Garmr89 meeeeeee toooooo!!!

[@michael-k.]

Same

[@synchronized5678]

And It is

[@panique365]

Yes that's the point

[@TheFlyingRockProject]

We're watching ASMR. We're all weird. Sit back and enjoy lol

[@haseul3929]

i saw that you uploaded this yesterday and was so happy but got sad when you deleted it:( but thank you for uploading it again! :D

[@rmina808]

I see why I was deleted. Not his best choosing of videos to be honest.

[@gabeitch9142]

Even though we have technology that is more efficient, we need people to keep doing this. Even if we get to a point where the machines make stuff just as good, we need people like this. I don’t know why, but I think humanity depends on it.

[@jewelator]

I don't think manual work will disappear, it's just that fewer people will do it. And in the end, it costs more than things made in mass production.

[@user-qt4kt1rb1f]

I love to write with ink pens. The work of the master and dedication to the cause are fascinating. I enjoy the work of the master. Very worthy master

[@user-iw2mo7yu4d]

Love how the machine can be switched from manual to electric at a switch of a lever.

[@a_bar8579]

If all of humanity works like this man, the planet will become the best place in the galaxy!

[@user-qv4ni9hd8m]

Amazing!

[@andrelmba]

Great vídeo and it's very relaxing to see their work.