Chef Masashi Yamada Serves Wild Game Hunted in the Mountains of Japan - Omakase Japan

[@devoncollins9924]

He has a purpose He looks like he's having fun, like he's genuinely happy He's fulfilled his life. Very rare but very beautiful, I'd love to go eat at his restaurant.

[@Mogen562]

no recommendation, you can not enter. good bye, gaijin.

[@danemp4727]

You're never going to get the chance unless you know someone from there. Sorry

[@JuanLorenzoLDeOca]

You need someone who has access to enter the restaurant make you a recommendation just to allow you to eat there

[@krisl8307]

Devon Collins I thought you’re talking about his son

[@capnheehee8103]

It sucks to know you'll likely never be able to enter, but it does make a certain sense -- their supplies must be very limited, as it's all wild game brought to them by actual hunters. They can't really just stuff their larders full of whatever they can find at public markets every day, like a standard restaurant would, so I'd imagine being open to the general public just isn't feasible.

[@FrenchGuyCooking]

1946. Mindblowing.

[@xxxzeroxxx8406]

Never expected to see you here. Love your videos :)

[@GlenAndFriendsCooking]

Totally mindblowing! Complete dedication to a craft.

[@eater]

Thanks, Alex FGC!

[@conorhughes6018]

Yeah wow I just watched your omelette video before this one!

[@zuraanika389]

please do something like this too Mr. Alex

[@arkhadipustaka_]

What a beautiful production. Not only this is an omakase but also an introduction to irori. Respect!

[@patockaphilipp2037]

The way he introduced his son was so heartwarming. He seems like a very nice guy,great father and really knows about his hand craft - that video was insanely entertaining.

[@TwistnMotley]

Now I need to make a friend who can refer me. Absolutely incredible! I had no idea about Irori-style Japanese dining, but it makes perfect sense, especially with how intimate the experience seems to be. I love this Omakase series!!!

[@beaup2358]

I know chefs wife i can refer you if you like to go so much friend.

[@naonever6653]

the video said that the referral thing already gone thou. you can come whenever you want CMIIW

[@tommasi]

Masynch Otorigami The chef says 一元お断り. He clearly says it in Japanese.

[@naonever6653]

tommasi it's 一見さんお断り. but isn't he said they left that tradition? brb gonna re-watch the video

[@jordanlaws]

tehre is one place in las vegas off the strip that does this. It is SOO amazing and also a hidden treasure.

[@Dalavine]

I feel like I'm going to cry. What absolute dedication to the food, presentation, and all the people involved. This man has my respect!

[@CelticsMr17]

Dalavine i thought im the only one was close enough 😂 oh man, this some nice video

[@AbhishekSingh-nq1fl]

These animals can't get away from humans even in the wild

[@rhysperalta3906]

The thought of having that much love put into your food and into a traditional craft that has such rich culture. I agree. I wanted to cry. What a wonderful place 😊

[@rhysperalta3906]

I loved all the video. I dont know what was more interesting, the story and explanation of this rich traditional style or just watching this man craft art. Much love 😁👍

[@by2083]

ok?

[@sanjayr]

I know i'm a little hammered but god damn: the music, his words and the message he wanted to get across about food and his vision were so touching. I'm genuinely moved by this video.

[@eriknulty6392]

im drunk AF, i agree

yo everybodys drunk, life is awesome.

[@fagetaboutit4968]

most relatable post for me haha

[@sanjayr]

Ayy drunk bros.

[@boulderbob7425]

Bro hungover AF and this is the best thing I've seen today! Well said!

[@hoboguts8707]

Everything looked amazing, but the fact that he said he'd let his son decide whether or not to take over the business garnered my respect. Takes away a lot of the pressure from feeling the need to take over the family business.

[@Glee73]

true.. very "untraditional" of him. usually, the eldest son takes over the business.

[@BeckyNosferatu]

@@Glee73 And it's usually not a 'choice', they are expected to. Dude's got a very forward thinking mindset for being so traditional.

[@salamislap6877]

japanese culture never ceases to amaze me. this was beautiful and thank you eater for just allowing chef masashi yamada to showcase his art and passion

[@firmangobi6477]

SalamiSlap including the one that kills whales and eats everything?

[@f.p.5410]

@J. Kim Well, it's not exactly the same, I'm ok with eating cow and chicken but I would never support the whaling industry. Cows and chickens are raised with the sole purpose of being eaten by us (or producing milk/eggs and then being eaten), eating them doesn't have negative effects on the ecosystem. Whaling, on the other hand, is killing wild animals that don't reproduce as fast as cows and chicken. A whale can have a baby every 2 to 3 years, a cow can give birth to one calf per year. And cows start from a much higher population count (~1.5 billions vs. an estimated 2 millions maximum) that we can control through breeding while we can't do the same with whales. I don't necessarily have a problem with the morality of whaling, as you said it's no different than killing cows or chickens, what I find unacceptable is how lax the regulations are in some countries. By the way I don't think we can really blame Japan for whaling, like Firman did in the comment you are replying to, while we (the Western world) have the same issues with normal fishing. Commercial fishing shouldn't be allowed to fish as much as they do and caught fish should be a luxury that costs way more than it currently does, those who won't be able to afford it will always have alternatives like farm-raised fish or a vegetarian/vegan diet.

[@tengkualiff]

@@f.p.5410 Japan whales non- endangered whales now. Look it up.

[@f.p.5410]

@@tengkualiff Google says Japan is still hunting Minke Whales ( en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whaling_in_Japan , www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/sep/01/australia-to-oppose-japans-push-to-reintroduce-commercial-whaling ), which are not considered a threatened species by the IUCN but whose numbers are declining. I'm not saying I don't believe you but I can't find anything to back up your claim, if you have a link to something that says Japan isn't hunting Minke whales I'd be happy to read it.

[@Luxius1509]

I understand the guest policy, because they only serve wild animal from wild games, this is REAL animal, not those coming out from a meat factory. Imagine 100 guests a day, they will mess up the natural environment and all the animals surround it, this is not what they want, they want to keep this tradition alive, not destroy it.

[@rudypascal9502]

I did not think of it that way. I was annoyed when they say that you must have a recommendation to enter. But after reading this. You are right.

[@cotesia7931]

There is true reason behind it, yeah must respect their choice

[@sleepypotato7183]

Nope. Hunters community have a strict season and system for when and where they can hunt and harvest the forest ecosystem. The game is not harvested from only one forest and not harvested all the time. Omakase is like chef's special menu for the day. The supply is limited and not everyone would be able to enjoy it. The main profit is still on the regular meat, but presentable on a traditional japanese bbq way.

[@fushisu]

@@rudypascal9502 Why would you be annoyed? Cause no random person can enter and ask for such display? *Yikes*

[@Seira88]

Those came from meat factory are real animals as well.

[@looppp]

This is one of my favorite Omakase videos. This restaurant.. man.. can't even call this a restaurant, it's so unique.. It's truly on a league of its own. This is truly something special! I got chills watching this video -- amazing job Eater

[@FailedPoet444]

I like how this guy, living out in the mountains, has much better English than most Japanese chefs who have lived for decades in the west.

[@itsuk1_1]

Language do needs talent，this guy just have that talent

[@flybyairplane3528]

Shutendoji Back in 1972, A small group toured 3 HAWAIIAN ISLANDS, our guide was a real HAWAIIAN lady, but she was REALLY SURPRISED, that my wife &I knew virtually all the plants,, & stuff, that she asked us if we would like to have a meal, with the locals, in MAUI,,we jumped at the idea, good thing,,ate a few different things, & they were amazed, we did NOT TURN UP OUR NOSES, and thoroughly enjoyed it, NEVER FORGOT IT, then the lady gave us a ROASTED BREADFRUIT, so We also we’re grateful , but NOBODY EVER HEARD OF A BREADFRUIT, this was normal for us having originally come from the CARIBBEAN , CHEERS FROM NJ🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Netsaver]

I think he understands that his unique cooking style is gonna attract not just Japanese but American tourists in particular who want that old school cooking style and taste. So he probably learned in order to better communicate, that being said it seems he likes it. As another man said, "If you love what you do you will learn how to do it yourself, if you don't love it others will teach you how to do it."

[@keiii9357]

Silent Soul Ken SSK thats from the tuna guy, am i right?

[@kaba0421]

Shutendoji He studied in the US for several years.

[@TheUberMeister2009]

This is the most rugged and aesthetic cooking I've ever seen.

[@jonestly943]

*almazan kitchen*

[@jamesmuking]

Staying in the middle of nowhere in japan. Speaks fluent english My man

[@eventhorizon8014]

He spoke japanese...

[@yasutomipenaflor3845]

@@eventhorizon8014 he mean he can speak kind of fluently in english even his in japan

[@ahmadfauzi5757]

Got internet access bro

[@edfrederick3630]

which also means he served a lot of foreigner too.

[@MartinNunez-hc3gx]

He went to college in Oregon, US if I remember correctly.

[@SoulCalvin559]

Came for the food. Stayed for the story. Simply beautiful.

[@brunomanco7529]

That's... Ultra methodic. So much dedication to things as simple as the charcoal

[@wanderingursa8184]

"if you don't have a personal recommendation, you can't even enter." ... oh... *cancels ticket to Japan*

[@TachibanaTengoku]

Could probably get a recommendation from someone in the town nearby :P

[@kanalithviper4744]

Wandering Ursa I know a person who could recommend you

[@jackxiao9702]

Dude has like 6 seats around the hearth max. Even a personal recommendation means months to wait.

[@TachibanaTengoku]

Is that an excuse to stay in Japan for months? Because that sounds like the perfect excuse I could use!

[@jaketim7794]

how and who? i would love to get it

[@marksonson260]

I'm literally teary in my eyes after watching this, pure perfection.

[@leaf1009]

Wow... watching him.. is breath taking.. His passion.. his conviction..

[@Firstname137]

The food isn't the only thing that makes me wish to visit this place someday, it's the chef. The way he talks and prepares the food shows how much dedication he has for his "art" he genuinely seems like a very pleasing person.

[@BluishHuntress]

i love rewatching this over and over again... definitely my favorite video from Omakase series, and from Eater in general...

[@BluishHuntress]

Still loving it in 2021.

[@chriskhechoom7967]

I love japan, I love the culture and tradition, I've been there many times all over the country, and KZbin just keeps showing me more places to visit on the next trip!

[@sheina2754]

I grow up in a farm at the mountain side with a family and neighbors of hunters.. growing up i already eat all types of exotic food.. watching this in Dubai makes me miss Philippines

[@connorcostello9599]

The editors of this video deserve an award...magical with the music the footage and just a master and his craft on display! Bravo

[@TheJensPeeters]

Itlooks crazy good. I would really enjoy eating there and soaking all of the tradition and mastery in. There is not a lot that I like better than eating in a resturant that I like the concept and execution. This is just amazing

[@ThongNguyen-ro9ul]

This type of series of chef allway gave me a chill, comfy vibe, watching them prepare the meat while telling a story really make me want to become a chef one day

[@forgotn42]

This was beautiful to watch. It's so well shot and it's such an amazing cooking method to say in practice.

[@nargraphic87]

You can see the love on his eyes while preparing the food, I wish I could have the chance to go there sometime

[@ramenuoko7417]

"I would like him to take over, but that's his life" this man is so understanding

[@carolynthornton8017]

IN MY VIEW This video was so educational. I listened to every word and would not take my eyes away. I was fascinated with awe and respect for this man and tradition.

[@enaldoneneng4153]

Everything about Japan is beautiful...i just love Japan.

[@shadowscall7758]

Don't get too lovey dovey with it. They have their problems as well. Such as women only train cars since women being groped on trains is such a huge problem that they had to do that.

[@少川靖男]

Traditional with a good voice, with mission and passion....respect !!

[@GoblinJess]

"Quack quack"

[@dreweats]

That was kinda majestic. Dude reminds me of an Asian John Krasinski Haha!

[@drpotatocat492]

I laughed so hard at that I don't know why

[@hehe13619]

^

[@bettynoire9412]

quack QUACK QuACk?

[@archanaprasad7443]

Solo

[@lupinthepenguin7050]

The cameramen and camerawomen are really fortunate to be able to eat such delicacy that are one in a lifetime for me. But without them i cant enjoy such videos like this keep up the good work :)

[@cardodlisay9489]

I always admire japanese traditiions specially how they prepare food.

[@samadhihokulani2030]

Wow, his ancestors are totally present. An anchor in the community. The soundtrack, spirit, fire, food, presentation... I had a whole experience. 💞💞💞

[@floxpsm]

Jezzz that was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen on cooking

[@kostaskipouros6010]

Just beatiful!! The more I watch about Japan the more I want to visit it!!

[@shadowscall7758]

Don't get too lovey dovey with it. They have their problems as well. Such as women only train cars since women being groped on trains is such a huge problem that they had to do that. You can like the general culture, but don't romanticize it.

[@kostaskipouros6010]

@@shadowscall7758 Thanks for the info.

[@alecjuliantiangco4020]

"I think my son Shumei is our best waiter. I would like him to take over but it's his life so I will let him choose." Not just a great chef but a great father as well.

[@icy_mathematician827]

The production and quality of this is such a beauty. Very inspiring to see someone who’s humble yet a master of their craft and traditions.

[@ermonski]

I love how he switches between Japanese and English so smoothly

[@blueridgeboy6791]

Out of all the places I wish to go an see. This just hit my number one. I'd love to visit his venue.

[@skyblue9991]

The cinematography is off the chats. Felt like I was in ancient Japan. Lol

[@saxman362]

I love the way he talks about the ingredients as more than just that. To him they embody the tradition and the essence of what he serves. It'd be an honor to be served by him.

[@prashanthvijay5576]

Damn....makes me rethink my entire purpose of life..... never an easy one to impress, this guy got me good

[@iyedbennour8324]

The level of sophistication and attention to detail of the Japanese culture is amazing !

[@Jamesthechef0311]

That was so beautiful

[@aryanugraha8389]

The music and documentary are so touching, im don't feel like im watching a food channel...its something else as a whole, nice video

[@rkmugen]

From [watching] this video alone, I think Irori is such a beautiful tradition. It is a blessing that people like Chef Yamada are still practicing it for today's generation to experience and to learn from. Certainly, doing things as our predecessors and ancestors once did, particularly when it comes to preparing and serving food, and even down to how the food was to be eaten.... it helps us retain a valuable piece of history that reminds us of where we've come from, how far we've come, and most of all a true appreciation for what we currently have today. Alright............................ let me break with the formal way of speaking and just say: sh!t...... i'm fking HONGRY right now!!! (there's hungry, there's starving, there's famished...... but those are baby steps compared to being HONGRY!)

[@d.k87]

the music took me to another world.......................

[@RayMak]

Everytime when I'm hungry I come here

[@anggipermanaputra5216]

same idea here

[@manrisamanrisame]

This is one beautiful video. You can see how much effort was put into this, the cinematography showcasing each piece with antiquity and mysticity accompanied by a monologue that contains deep importance on emphasizing on tradition as well as how the process was made along with the ambiance of of a humble music just enough to not overshadow the monologue.

[@katokthefirst]

Amazing. Art. Wow.

[@hammondnordland4822]

I was there about two years ago, jesus it was an experience. Cold winter, hot and cozy inside, eating for hours and enjoying the fire and stories.

[@azizakarziani6041]

Love this video. Thanks

[@devlinthornicroft9975]

The way this video was shot was unreal. Captured the essence of the style perfectly whilst also folding in the cultural aspect. All in 8 mins. As ever though, Japanese culture provides wonder you cannot find elsewhere.

[@sr_echo]

That’s probably where Japan’s charm comes from: their dedication to keeping tradition

[@abdelrahmanalbhaisi1316]

I almost cried , his passion , the music , everything in this video is just amazing , he really made me regain my passion for cooking

[@elenaa9681]

best channel on youtube ❤

[@evonneswifttodd3370]

This was such an enjoyable video presentation. Thank you for English translation. Duck is one of my favorite meats. I have never seen it prepared like this before. The chef is an artist of wild game food for sure. His little boy is adorable

[@shamsulanjulan1261]

My new favorite channel.❤️

[@ToddAndelin]

This video is amazing... this is a key unlocking a thousand mysteries...what an amazing story.

[@masoncai6343]

everything is just perfect

[@longle956]

Ive watched this countless times and each time i wish i was there

[@BudionoSukses]

looking so yummy... superdelicious..

[@iquit2421]

Sampe kesini juga ya anda

[@yassinkamel.]

🤢

[@Revivein]

One of the best videos ever made and best food tradition ever captured!

[@dpie4859]

My god how Japanese seek perfection-and actually achieve it. So impressed.

[@rickylovesyou9063]

This is a high quality production no doubt Music, camera and edited to perfection. It also helps that the establishment and the presenter/owner is also very classy. Did justice to the subject of irori.

[@CoriSparx]

Most Americans want to visit Japan for the anime. I want to visit Japan for the food. I mean seriously, these Japanese master chefs - they don't just cook, they create *ART.* Art you can eat... It takes a special kind of culinary expertise to turn freaking _kebabs_ into a delicacy like this - Did you SEE the way that man separated the meat from the fat at 0:57!? Not every chef would have the patience for that level of precision. O.O

[@sameman4280]

most Americans want to visit Japan for the anime? wtf get your head out of the gutters

[@dstarkspp]

nice post and well said

[@troy10troytroy]

Why not both?

[@kasmidjan]

3year is advance 7year is expert 15year+ is master

[@BeckyNosferatu]

Nope, I wanna go for the food and the Sakura trees. Anime would be my wife. xD

[@Wintergin]

Amazing and great chef. Even speaks English and has fun. Hoping to visit one day!

[@donzcarlo2849]

4:00 Music by August Wilhelmsson - The Big Truth

[@ryanporter2492]

What a great enthusiasm for something you enjoy, always nice seeing people doing what they love. Appreciated the video

[@Jackofhearts17]

can i...can i get a recommendation? Time to move to the mountains of japan, learn Japanese, become a fisherman ( or hunter ) befriend the locals, be excepted into the fold and finally, make a friend who can refer me.

[@SilvaDreams]

Or just make friends with your local hunter and fishermen.. Because you know they exist. (well unless you live in a big city)

[@ambrosemunene4392]

The portions are an the smaller side though.

[@MrWizardjr9]

@@ambrosemunene4392 what do you mean theres a huge slab of steak and an entire fish

[@reeceraymond8097]

And no sex life. No thanks.

[@reeceraymond8097]

James Franko, you didn’t get what I was saying. You dumb.

[@hkwan]

The most elemental form of cooking meat, elevated to high art. Beautiful. Lucky diners who get to experience this!

[@しかめまどか-q2y]

何回も見たくなるｺﾞｸﾘ…

[@Shuttered]

For those wondering the music is: Panorama - Christian Garrick The Big Truth - August Wilhelmsson

[@CTStyles31]

When the chef knows the exact river your fish was caught in, you know it's gonna be good.

[@shanebalow]

Amazing. So much respect for keeping the tradition alive. Everything looked delicious!

[@taktsang5563]

Watch this while you are starving. You will faint. And you will wake up at this incredible heaven . Just like me.

[@sebastianstone2710]

This looks like the best food that you can get on this planet. And the best experience along with it. Beautiful.

[@dp1643]

Beautiful story

[@casey2732]

Brilliant... Simply brilliant!!! Love simplicity and focusing on quality and perfect preparation.

[@theburnza8882]

The Japanese damn well pursue perfection. I love it

[@ThiNguyen-ps6xz]

he has embraced his purpose in life and has really perfected his craft, respect. the appreciation is outstanding and man, wild meat is simply so different compared to the manufactured quality

[@brandonling7387]

This is the reason that made me subscribe

[@randomsandwichian]

This is a spectacular display of great tradition, culinary expertise and authentic flavours in one aesthetic package. To bring back the basics of true Japanese originality to the heart of modern cuisine is nothing short of exquisite. I'll definitely look forward to their bear if I ever get a chance to be there!

[@nathanleung4987]

1:49 IM DYING😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@isaycalderon7656]

Fresh food is what makes a place great! Outstanding Quality Here. Bravo!

[@gunkatas01]

Great video, but whoever is doing the subtitles needs to change the font color depending on the background. If the subtitle is white, and the cutting board background is white, can't really read the subtitles. I also had a hard time reading the subtitles when they were over the fire, as the white just blended into the background.

[@Smithy250]

Jimy Young I could read them perfectly fine

[@luhungachmad805]

TheStuntdude12 true sir i do too

[@muhammadaliff9044]

Jimy Young stop complaining about others effort. find a life dude

[@glooperxi319]

Muhammad Aliff he’s giving constructive feedback to improve the video😐

[@abduljabbaralhayyan7791]

Muhammad Aliff Actually that is constructive criticism, and I agree that there should be a change of color when the background is quite similar with the subtitle. I'm sure, a channel with this kind of high quality production will not stop until perfection.

[@riszmanraimy665]

This is one of the best videos you guys have done.

[@corniel657]

All those fresh meats, probably heaven for ramsay

[@umut3524]

But its all raw

[@aharr3437]

@James Franko r/whoosh

[@crickey2399]

@@aharr3437 imagine thinking youre so funny you use r/woooosh to show your decent humor lmao. its not even a woosh material shut up

[@denischungkham6779]

@@crickey2399 Wtf😂

[@VincentImmortal]

How I wish I could be part of this tradition and be able to cook at this beautiful place. Bravo.

[@contrnsmagnificndjoobngtaint]

i love the guest policy. . .

[@iantojones4322]

Chef Yamada's English is very good and isn't heavily accented. The care and respect he puts into his dishes is admirable. And his is a life fulfilled.

[@markdacalus2210]

soooo clean so delicious and most importantly he love what hes doing,

[@21whichiswhich]

I really love Japan from their traditional to modernized food and culture. It's my dream to go there someday.

[@shadowscall7758]

Don't get too lovey dovey with it. They have their problems as well. Such as women only train cars since women being groped on trains is such a huge problem that they had to do that.

[@sesispace5972]

Love from Indonesia! ❤️🇲🇨

[@lagipengen1214]

Love u too 😘😘😘😁😁😁

[@BluishHuntress]

This is still, by far, my favorite episode from the Omakase series.

[@BluishHuntress]

I love rewatching this episode.

[@bryanrodriguez8546]

Same I come back to it every so often

[@mikehunt6803]

I almost cried beautiful

[@DarkEpyon123]

same.

[@christianolalia8447]

That perfection in an open fire.. precision... Deserves 3 stars! M!