GETTING STALKED IN AKIHABARA: foreigner vlogger's terrifying experience

[@CathyCat]

THUMBS UP THIS VIDEO if you LOVE Japan but think stalking a person, no matter the age, gender, style is NOT OK.

[@musenw8834]

Hey have you heard of Shibuhara girls?

[@musenw8834]

I meant to ask Cathy Cat about that. The stalker incident though. Leaves me baffled

[@verminnalee6121]

Cathy Cat ☆ カティー CanuDoitCat I live in japan. I need you to be made aware of something right now. Japan has the largest, and one of the most dangerous stalking problems. If you are still being stalked have a male friend, or a large group of friends to help protect you. The police here don't do much of anything to help us when it comes to this problem. You are so sweet, and i honestly can't stand to see this go south for you, like it did to one of my classmates 7 years ago. Please, stay safe even if you're at home have maybe some male friends or more than one friend over the house to help you.

[@NathanChisholm041]

Gezz thanks for that...

[@OceanTree]

Akihabara is the place for perverted people. I would never go there lol

[@nathiyasiuwu9035]

Oooh please do the video of that issue! A guy also stalked me in Japan too, but I'm so outspoken and confident he got scared when I noticed him and started walking towards him (visibly very upset) it was very funny xD

[@sharemain18]

nezkeys79 they asume that because it happens all the time... The fact that you have not seen it does not mean it does not happens, Its better to prevent than to be sorry. So to me its better to make a big deal out of it than to ignore it ang give them a chance to harm you.

[@x1XTaylorX1x]

DarthVantos chill out, people in Japan tend to be more reserved it's just a cultural thing

[@goldkryptonite9417]

Hentai Senpai 👻

[@nathiyasiuwu9035]

Wow chill out guys First I wasn't wearing lolita, I was just a foreigner girl that was so excited to be in Japan Second, I wasn't afraid of him, I was only getting annoyed because he was following everywhere, and instead of running I decided to confront him, and he ran away. Nothing else happened. People respond to these kind of situations according to their personality, so it's not ok to criticize anyone. Some choose to ignore it, others to run, some to hide and others to confront it. Either one is ok!

[@x1XTaylorX1x]

nezkeys79 lol so she would deserve being stalked because of her fashion choices? Stop trying to justify stalking, it's creepy, there's a reason it's socially taboo

[@kizzy3563]

When I visited Japan at 19, some old guy saw me sitting on a train and started hitting on me awkwardly. I was on a trip with my university, so my professor came over and saved me. There are creepy people in every country!!

[@leonel57]

Kiz zie yep thats true!

[@musenw8834]

If anything, it's Tokyo that's creepy. Especially with all the stuff we saw in the video. The rural and mountainous regions of Japan shouldn't be that bad.

[@kizzy3563]

Yes, technically at 19 I was an adult and it is not illegal to hit on an adult, but you're ignoring a huge detail that made this situation NOT OKAY. I was uncomfortable and scared in that instance and he knew that. I made it very clear I was not enjoying the situation. This man was also over 60, there is no doubt about that. He knew I was a young foreigner and out of my element, and he still invaded my personal space and made inappropriate comments. I would have eventually removed myself, but it did not excuse what he did. There are lines that should be drawn, and he had crossed those lines. And how would you know whether or not old guys hit on young women? Are you a young woman? What sort of experience do you have to make such a bold statement? It's honestly pretty gross that you're trying to make me feel bad for an experience I didn't even ask for, and for sharing it in a video where another young women had a similar experience. I also want to add that while I was 19, I did not look my age. I never have. I could have been underage and he approached me when I was sitting alone. He made a bad choice, and I'm thankful my Japanese professor stepped in to redirect the conversation. He did save me. Who honestly wants attention through sharing these sorts of experiences? What happened to me has happened to many other women. We are allowed to talk about it without others trying to shift the blame onto us! Shame on people like you...

[@kizzy3563]

He was making advancements on me, so how about sexual harassment? As long as I felt uncomfortable and he knew that, he had no business continuing what he was doing. But did he stop? No. What are you trying to get at exactly?

[@kizzy3563]

You're right that I did not include that I was uncomfortable in my initial comment, that was my fault. However, it should be pretty clear by now that I in fact was. How uncomfortable I was in the situation wasn't based on his age but rather his actions. May I also add that flirting/hitting on others and making inappropriate sexual comments are two different things! I wasn't rude towards him, but I did ask him to please stop. He didn't stop though, and that was when my professor came in. If I was in my own country perhaps I would have dealt with the issue better. Perhaps if I was older and had had more experience dealing with situations like that I also would have dealt with the situation better. This man did not have good intentions (something I'm sure you'll try and debate me on,) and he was taking advantage of the circumstance: I was young, I was foreign, and I looked alone. Would you not agree that if a man or women is making another person uncomfortable with sexual advancements, and they are aware of this, that they should stop? And he didn't... so what? Am I still somehow "the victim of my own perceptions?" You act like you know the whole story. You don't, and I don't particularly feel like sharing them with you. Don't make assumptions and try and shift blame. I know what kind of situation I was in, I don't need lecturing from someone I don't know online.

[@angelus20045]

I'm imagining a girl being stalked and then while the guy follows the girl, the girl went inside a karate academy.

[@leonel57]

BTS_EXO_GOT7_BIGBANG_2NE1_SNSD_GFRIEND_NCT TRASH XD that would be crazy XD

[@booseungkwansboo6442]

BTS_EXO_GOT7_BIGBANG_2NE1_SNSD_GFRIEND_NCT TRASH 😂😂

[@hi24626]

BTS_EXO_GOT7_BIGBANG_2NE1_SNSD_GFRIEND_NCT TRASH thats when you know not to fuck with her XD

[@angelus20045]

Random Girl oh yeah, imagine the guy getting caught by the girl then got beaten up 💪

[@hi24626]

BTS_EXO_GOT7_BIGBANG_2NE1_SNSD_GFRIEND_NCT TRASH hell yeahhhh got what he deserves 👍👍👍

[@sleepychibi]

This is such a big issue especially for foreign girls. Please please please do a video about this, it's something that a lot of people don't realize happen. I had a guy follow me from the station for about 2 hours until I finally went in to a cafe. It's so unnerving and uncomfortable.

[@valenesco45]

are you completely sure he was following you? I mean you're not the only one going in a certain place.

[@armoredp]

Of course she is sure. I mean she is awesome and why wouldn't creeps be following her around? DUHHH!!

[@Lilliathi]

Tell him to stop. Knife him if he attacks you.

[@TheyCallMeSledge]

Japanese people are very timid, they aren't brazen like Americans so just confront the guy if he is following for you for too long, they usually just scurry away or try to flatter you in broken English.

[@Lilliathi]

+nezkeys79 What part of "if he attacks you" did you not understand?

[@TheKiwiJobes]

I think people just need to be careful like in any country, there never will be a place that is 100% safe from creeps sadly

[@leonel57]

TheKiwiJobes that's really true :/ oh well

[@janpham1259]

well, japan is still safer than most places on earth, you piece of liberal political correctness shit.

[@wonder777warrior6]

Jan Pham that’s also true.. also there was another good place.. was it Greenland? Netherlands? Iceland??? forgot lol

[@Nenie]

I heard South Korea was safe at night

[@LittleSparklingStars]

in Japan it happens way more often though....

[@Larry]

If you're holding a camera, surely turning around and starting to film them will scare them off? :D

[@Scrubbles]

Larry, you really are everywhere. How do you do it?

[@RoninDays]

He spends as much time on here as the rest of us :P Loved your stuff since the TGWTG days, m8. Keep up the great content, Larry!

[@Larry]

Cheers matey :)

[@AngelaEAwesome]

There is a fear of the person turning violent. If someone does this regularly, they can feel threatened by being exposed. If they feel threatened, and are already behaving in ways that show they don't respect boundaries, then there is a good chance they will become violent. Most women experience/have experienced situations where guys have become violent over even just pointing out they are doing something that bothers them. Or not playing along with vulgar and creepy "jokes." This kind of fear happens when trying to protect themselves, because of real experiences with guys turning angry and aggressive. It's why so many women will give polite smiles and laughs to creepy guys who are harassing them.

[@thunderwolf5fox323]

Larry Bundy Jr Oh I love your videos. How are you everywhere lol

[@quietazn]

This video was very uncomfortable to watch. Im always used to Cathy being very happy and cheerful, and the contrast of the cheerful music to the situation is actually quite eerie. A discussion would be great from both ends of the spectrum as I am sure this happens more often than it should.

[@musenw8834]

I suppose it goes both ways. the darker side of following someone (I don't use stalking btw) secretly and without that person being aware, has finally caught up to her. But I've heard a saying that nuke radiation has kinda messed with their minds and all this weird stuff comes about - although it sounds far-fetched, it could be a cause.

[@Zeno7741]

quietazn Oh shut up dude lol

[@quietazn]

Fred Bread ?

[@someidiotlmao4428]

quietazn it's called real life

[@himlaz_2398]

quietazn I would follow the stalker if he was stalking her

[@catwitch2479]

I'd try this if you are a girl being stalked/followed by a guy: Go into a department store or some big mall and see if he follows you, if YES then go into a women's *lingerie* shop or section of a store where they sell bras and underwear and stuff, these places are usually pink and girly. Most men would be hesitant to go in there and it's highly likely they'll only be other women in there. If the guy follows you inside, it'll not only look pretty weird and creepy to other people cause he's in a women's underwear store/shop section, but also he'll most likely be warded off due to being spotted easily. If he waits for you outside I'd strongly suggest telling a shop assistant or manager and say you're being followed, and they can either get someone (like the mall security) to come and make him leave or they'll contact authorities. He'll *ALSO* be on the shop/mall cameras and you have evidence if the dude ever tries to follow you again. Just a note: Stalking is a BIG problem in certain countries (especially Japan that is going through a stalking crisis right now), I think it may be because anime and the media may have glamorized stalking a bit, making it seem okay or romantic but it's *NOT*. If anyone reading this is being stalked in any way via the internet or being followed (etc), contact the authorities and check to see the legal help for victims of stalking for your country/state/region. Trust me, it's better to get help and stop it if it's making you anxious or uncomfortable or worse than to just shrug it off and think you're being paranoid or that the person who is following you is just shy and unable to show their feelings. Stalkers can come off as being friendly or flattering by giving gifts like flowers to the victim but sometimes it *can* and *will* turn sour and dangerous quickly, with even some cases leading to murder. Not trying to scare anyone but seriously guys, be careful and stay safe xx (I'm legit gonna try and put this on some videos about stalking to try and advise other people on what to do if they're being stalked. I just though I'd say that in case anyone sees this comment again)

[@ene7065]

I know you wrote this a year ago, but thank you so so much for this information.

[@edwardmire8134]

You do realize there’s weirdos and kinky people that wear women clothing and underwear and shit lol... so it wouldn’t be as incriminating as you say unless you wanna be picked apart by today’s society accusing you of being a phobicist...

[@Priyanka..111]

Appreciate it 🙌😇

[@Arissara_98248]

MAD GENIUS. I will keep in mind of this.

[@saya.....]

Thank you😇

[@KuraiTsuki]

You stay safe too! I was the girl you ate with in your NOA Cafe waffle video from almost a year ago. After I left you and your friends, I ran into a guy outside a conbini near my hostel. He stopped me and tried to get me to go drinking with him. When I declined and started walking away, he swatted me on the behind and laughed. I had to hide in a different store for a while before I felt safe enough to walk the rest of the way to my hostel because I didn't want him to follow me.

[@sdadasd835]

SugarGilly wow scary as fuck 😨

[@user-nf3hh8kn5r]

WTFFFF

[@ReptilianTeaDrinker]

Wtf? That's fucked up.

[@dying2954]

oh god please take care of yourself! You looked so scared it made me worry so much :(

[@surk3211]

I was stalked in my own country and I was only 14. I was shopping in a busy market with my mom and sister but then realised that there were two guys touching my hand and following me and because of that I was distracted and lost sight of my mom and sister but they kept following me. I was really scared I tried to lose them by walking quickly into the crowd or going inside stores but it was no use they would wait for me until I came out. It kept going for around two hours until it became dark but thankfully my dad found me and I immediately burst into tears.

[@AzzaYCF]

Sounds awful! Glad you were okay!

[@nansinnit8705]

Should definitely do a video on this issue.

[@thehorse5307]

Lamb I think the issue comes from how uneducated and socially inexperienced Japanese people are when it comes to sex and such. It's down to Japanese education to fix that and Japanese parents to fill the holes in that experience.

[@nansinnit8705]

***** Yeah, man. Never to safe out there. Anywhere. meds vannie You're probably right. I didn't think of it that way. I'm sure they mean no harm. I hope.

[@TheyCallMeSledge]

+Pagani Zonda How absolutely high are you? I want to believe you're trolling because you can't be that stupid. I've been to Japan and it's hella safe, more so compared to the U.S. I can walk around the streets of Tokyo at 3 AM relatively carefree. I can't say the same thing around my way in Brooklyn, NY.

[@rnegoro1]

She's pretty and it's pretty common.

[@Emma-bm1pt]

Jayden Dash Ikr just because you're western and 'pretty' doesn't mean you have to get on your high horse and think you're gonna be stalked. The west id say is much more dangerous tbh

[@DollsAndSpooks]

Hi Cathy! Yes, definitely do a video on it. I'm totally interested to know if japan is really safe. It's so scary that that guy was following you. It's good he wasn't able to follow you to your house. Always bring pepper spray or taser with you. Please do shop around Akihabara or just show us places of interest. Anything that is kawaii or unusual. It's my dream to go to Japan someday and buy kawaii stuff. Again, stay safe and more power!

[@LDLK]

There are many perverts in Japan, they usually like to target white females because they are obsessed with them. They usually operate in places like Akihabara, etc. Please note that there are many unsafe places in Tokyo. Pepper spray and taser are illegal in Japan. Then again, they most likely just stalk you and 'attack' you when you alone. If you go with friends, maybe they stalk but it's unlikely they can do stuffs. Go spent time in cafe if you are alone and stalked, if they still do, go to police station, theres a lot of it. Generally, Japan is very safe country. I am female and I go out night and day without any problems in my 30 years of life.

[@DollsAndSpooks]

しえみ oh i see! i didn't know there are places where pepper spray and tasers are not allowed, considering that it's not deadly. anyway, i agree that prevention is better than cure. it's better to just go around with friends.

[@Sha-Ne-Ru]

Miss Pretty13 yeh honestly it's only dangerous for cute or sexy girls hahahha like my friend was being followed so I had to go meet her, cause I'm like quite tall and loud haha so I'm not the targeted type ~ But when I dress up to go to a club or sexy then yeah a lot of pervs come out then.

[@Sha-Ne-Ru]

Miss Pretty13 it's not dangerous it's more weird/creepy.. but stalking cases can get serious real quick! Like I've had friends that had to move house because stalking got real deep

[@DollsAndSpooks]

Nova Nocturne sounds scary, especially if you live alone. i imagine that these men would rape a girl if they had a chance. i suppose this is not limited to japan.

[@loserlugo2506]

Wow, stalkers are pretty scary

[@itchyleg7835]

yes... if you dont know who they are.

[@erenluffy1359]

itchy Leg​ so a stalker is fine if you know who it is?

[@leonel57]

Eren Luffy nope still not so yeah stalkers are creepy in general

[@happymaskedguy1943]

Eren Luffy Stalkers who know you are the most likely to murder you. True.

[@musenw8834]

I think only in the cities like this kind stalking is rife. not sure if there are any in the countryside

[@kristina2013]

Uhhh... Stalking annoys me... From the last time i was in Japan. Some guys just start shouting from far away or just stopping me in the street and asking for LINE ID... And the worst is when old man comes to you and invites you to hotel. I know Japan is weird BUT NOT THAT WEIRD. lol Cathy, ily so much! I hope i will meet you somewhere in Tokyo. I would jump on your way and scream your name. One day... one day.... (;__;)

[@digitalillustration604]

Sounds scary ..

[@nainmayoudavich7541]

whats scary in that? For christ sake its not like someone is posing any threat what kind of cry babies...

[@happymaskedguy1943]

Nain Mayoudavich Shut up. Moron.

[@mynegaims]

+Changgu then punch the shit out of them! what's wrong with you wussies!?

[@mynegaims]

No, its more easier to do than say. Having the mind set to be passive and do nothing when you're being harass or violated is just... I can't even think of a proper term for it. For a lack of a better term, let's just say stupid. That's how a lot of bad things happen to women because they don't do anything to fight back and just let it happen when you should be kicking and screaming. Haven't you heard of the semi-disturbing saying that "No means yes"?

[@vintagerose14x]

I would actually love to see a video on this topic!

[@nekoshey]

Ah! The same thing happened to me in Akihabara when I was 17 - and Harajuku, he followed me on the subway all the way there. He kept coming after me and even tried to grab me, I was so scared and uncomfortable I ended up running and getting on a random shinkansen because I knew he couldn't follow me on that (at least, not without a very expensive ticket. I had the foreigners' train pass so it seemed like a good idea). I was lost in 5 completely different cities for 10 hours, without a phone and none of my family knowing where I was. When I heard the closing bells of the last train station I was in, I became so distraught I couldn't even remember how to say "I'm lost" properly, so I just collapsed and started crying in the corner saying "maigo ni, maigo ni, watashi wa maigo ni"... It was this day, when I had just witnessed the worst of Japan, I also witnessed the best. As I sat in that corner sobbing, so many strangers tried to help me. An old man who took the time to understand my broken rambling Japanese and personally took me the boarding area I hadn't been able to find, a young woman who missed her own train to point me to the last train that departed to Tokyo; and the staff of the Tokyo station who helped get me to the local police department down the street, who then reunited me with my family. All this in the span of an hour, with no connection between any of them. Even now, 3 years later, I can hardly believe how lucky I was. But you know, the first thing you hear when you step out of the plane into Narita Airport is "yoroshiku onegaishimasu" (which I've always thought of as something like "take care of me"). I don't think you're meant to respond, but I was so excited to be in Japan that I said it right back. And they did. I still don't know the names of those that helped me, and I probably never will. But I will never forget them or their kindness, and the immense gratitude I owe towards them. Because of them, I don't see this memory or that man as a stain on my time spent there. I see it as a shining example why Japan is an amazing country, with an equally amazing people; I would be happily return at any time, with no fear in my heart.

[@AnotherLotte]

Akihabara is just so surreal, having all those really large anime ads everywhere and have it just be commonplace. Also, yeah, safety tips or general suggestions for dealing with such issues in Japan would be great.

[@musenw8834]

I think Gimmeaflakeman has talked about some preventive measures to that

[@Ratcrafts]

"he didn't follow me for too long so it was fine..." no it wasn't. It's isn't. It never is and I'm so sorry that it happened to you

[@jokkergar]

Shut up.

[@Buzzramjet]

I would guess she meant it turned out fine as in okay. Stalking is never okay but I believe her comment was not quite said properly.

[@renji2600]

It’s sad but it’s important that she remained safe, a lot of girls deal with much worse stalkers so she’s kinda lucky in a sense

[@kyalajohnson6547]

@@jokkergar she right why does she they have to shut up🙃

[@unicornsally772]

if your in a crowded public place I would stare them down or film then with the camera

[@MagicBlubber]

It's good to be prepared if you are a minority or a target of sexual harassment for situations like this so if things get out of hand, you have a voice recorder on your person at all times to turn on, or a face to file a report.

[@MagicBlubber]

Happens to me as a citizen in my own country, just stay safe and keep personal note of areas where this happens and minimize travel there unless you are safe with friends. Become familiar with friendly shops or public locations in the area if it's a problem area, plan around having to go through there and have contingency plans to go during crowded times. If it becomes chronic or bothers you, tell someone near you on the street if it's weird that someone is stalking or harassing you, or even a total stranger if it's an emergency just don't keep it to yourself. It's not fair to whoever this happens, it's not an easy problem to deal with.

[@JohnRyder-]

Gaijin hunters...

[@wonder777warrior6]

J-Ryder what’s that 👀😷

[@Meimoons]

Wonder777 Warrior Basically Korean natives from the country who will try to get close to you specifically because you’re a foreigner, especially if you have the stereotypical blonde hair and blue eyes. They might try to speak English with you flat out and consistently point out about speaking English.

[@nekochadechu]

"weird people come out in spring" just like bears coming outside after hibernating

[@angelteeth379]

2:27 gotta go fast

[@momenj8881]

Lol

[@albertoesquivel8521]

😂😂😂

[@udontknowmyname8714]

3 years later i see this comment hahaha

[@revixff9960]

@@udontknowmyname8714 yea

[@slypancake]

I had a similar problem during my high school exchange to Japan, I had people who would take pictures and videos without asking. I also had an incident where my friend and I were being followed at a festival and I didn't want my friend to deal with it too, so I told her to start running through the crowd and we eventually lost him. I was also groped on a crowded escalator, I'm just happy I wasn't wearing a skirt or dress... I had only worn a skirt once in public during the 10 months I was there, but after all the cat-calling and creepy business men coming up behind me telling me how cute I was, I was too scared... The only other place I wore a skirt was to school and Disney land. I never wear revealing clothing, but as you know, summer time is hot and it's normal to wear less clothing. That didn't mean that I wore short shorts and a tank top or asked for attention... It doesn't happen all the time, but it's not like this sort of thing doesn't exist in Japan.

[@leonel57]

Kitcat you should say that you don't like it! :/ but I never been to Japan so.....yeah

[@OurLove4Dance]

nezkeys79 Why wouldnt you report him ?

[@hopeful_krystal]

all the weirdos come out in summer where I'm from lol the thing I hate is when you accidentally make eye contact with a random stranger, and they somehow think that means you're attracted to them and they start going in the same direction as you..that's creepy.

[@OurLove4Dance]

nezkeys79 Nope, hot people can be rapist or creepy phsycos too lmao. Look at Elliot Rodger. Hes hot but hes still a fucking creep.

[@hopeful_krystal]

nezkeys79 wow, I see you in a lot of Asian related videos comments section..

[@hopeful_krystal]

nezkeys79 wow, triggered much?

[@Cherri_Bea]

I'd love to see a video on this topic of stalkers in Japan. Its definitely a topic people need to know more about if they want to come over to Japan and stay for a year or so. It seems to be an issue that's becoming abit of a problem in Japan (at least in cities I believe). And of course if you like to wear alternative fashion you might draw more attention from them.. which sucks ;u; But I'm really glad to hear that you got home safely

[@Anonymous-vk8mk]

LE REDDIT COMMANDER im going to japan because my dad is in there when i watch the video and read the comment i think japan is scary now

[@waterdamnaged]

Meanwhile, the guy is thinking "now she's walking where I have to walk. Awkward."

[@worldofelegance15]

hahahaha that has happen to me, on both sides of the story, like people who started to give me a scared look, or me been paranoid and then realizing they weren't following me, but this one sounds real, I mean an hour is too much of a coincidence

[@sakurakentasha1851]

My friend and I just got stalked by someone in Japan after exiting a cafe yesterday. We checked to see if he was following us and he was. We didn’t split up and go home because I think he was targeting mostly me and I didn’t want him following me or my friend while walking home alone. He even followed us down the stairs to the police box! He was standing next to it about 20 feet away pretending to be on his phone while we were talking with the police. They talked with him, did a full body search, and bag search, and then, they escorted him into the police box to interrogate him. He was still looking at me many times more than my friend while he was in the police box with no smile of kindness at all even before this and it looked more like a look of disgust as if he wanted to follow us and get rid of us foreigners. It was creepy. He looked like he was on drugs and he kept eyeing me more than my asian friend. (Me: White American.) The best advice I can give you is always to report it. No matter how big or small the situation is. Trust me. It will save your life one day. I did this, and he never stalked us again. I didn’t see him anywhere the next day. The police men are so nice to help us keep him contained in the police box out of my request until my friend and I were out of sight. I escorted my friend home first and I then watched my back while quickly walking to the station to get home. Honestly, you really should report this to the police. Don’t miss your chance to easily lure the guy into the police station and give him a strict warning. Stalking is dangerous. No matter how harmless it may seem in the beginning and the fact that he does nothing to you. It’s better to report it now before the situation gets worse or escalates any further. Better safe than sorry as they say.

[@Mecks089]

This may be a stupid question, but do people actually _live in Akihabara?_ It seems so Anime/Manga oriented that's it's all just businesses like stores and cafes related to them, but is there actual living quarters in or near the main streets of Akihabara? Lofts, apartments, hotels, or suburban neighborhoods?

[@premingergang1099]

Yes, there are places you can live in Akihabara, mostly apartments but still living areas. ^-^

[@dia8096]

Mecks089 I know that some of the people that own stores sleep in them as well haha

[@kiyo287]

The anime/manga section of Akihabara is actually just a small section. It is surrounded by offices, workplaces, and homes. I was quite surprised when I came the first time :)

[@jiikuncorner]

Yeah what this guy said. It's only really like three blocks long. Loads of cool stores tucked in between all the major outlets though. I've been a couple of times on holiday and still haven't seen half of the stuff there.

[@danielrasmussen4924]

There are several internet cafes in Akihabara that are not only pretty cheap (about 1,000 yen per night) but actually have surprisingly good sleeping acommodations. You get a bed, a PC, and headphones to listen to stuff as you sleep. I actually enjoy staying in them very much.

[@resevilfanboy]

It would be great if we lived in a world where everyone could feel safe while out and about, but... Yeah... I think you should do a video about this issue, it's important to talk about. You never know, you could empower and give tips to others that this has happened to.

[@valenesco45]

it would, but reality is different, is hard. It forces you to fight and stay alert, don't be afraid and accept challenge.

[@catvonbran]

I never had one stalk/follow me but I remember that when I was in Harajuku one time this guy just started talking to me and wanted to invite me to karaoke with his other male friends. He didnt get the hint and I ended up running away from him into Closet child. Didnt dare come out for like an hour. mind you closet child kept me busy for a while anyway ^^

[@ji4803]

pistachios Cooper aaz

[@Anonymous-vk8mk]

Interesting story

[@Meimoons]

Jfc that’s scary as hell. “Karaoke” my ass. You made the right choice!

[@swarvayerikihana3451]

This has happened to me too! An old guy in harajuku wanted me to marry him and asked if I wanted to go for a drink by far the weirdest most uncomfortable conversation. Luckily my best friend was with me

[@jerometsowinghuen]

No matter what country you are in and travel, always be 💯% alert and careful on your surroundings. Agreed that walking to the police department while being followed, it is definitely useful to solve this matter.

[@FurryWulfz]

Don't get me wrong, but it's not surprising a culture that sexualizes kids in the form of art/drawings has a lot of very strange men roaming the streets and harassing women.

[@flipnoteBlueStar]

I saw a video from Al Jazeera (news station) about Japan's stalking "crisis". I would like to see a video on this topic to see how extreme it truly is (as sometimes news stations can exaggerate).

[@mywetaresocks_8959]

Cosmo Cat Yeah I watched that too!

[@rolandrabier]

I especially suspect lies when I read about small girls stalking guys 🤣

[@mollys3825]

This actually happened to me and my 2 cousins who are guys when we were in Japan for 3 weeks a few years ago. A girl followed us around in Osaka until we got to our hotel and then finally went away when we entered the hotel. I get it, we're white people from the US so we definitely stand out but it's still weird how people stalk you in the streets because of it. >.< Still had a great time on our trip though and will definitely be back!

[@IoveIie]

in japan, they usually stalk foreigners because they think they can't speak Japanese to call for help. that's why you need to be careful and have a guide.

[@samaraisnt]

They do it cause they think you're more vulnerable, not cause you're white... case in point, they do it the most to UNDERAGE girls who are Japanese.

[@ArlekinVergeltungswaffe]

You need a bodyguard. A tall, ugly, brown skin with tattoos bodyguard with military training. I'm for hire XD

[@trustmeimblack1620]

I fit that description too, except for the part about being tall.

[@ArlekinVergeltungswaffe]

Hey man, you and me, bodyguarding Cathy. Let's be the "Kittens Guard". I trust you XD

[@cheong-santhebaddest6891]

Love urselves. You aren't ugly. I'm sure u are beautiful black mens

[@ArlekinVergeltungswaffe]

Awww, so nice. But I'm not black tho. I wish I was. I'm like brown or something XD

[@robertvuitton]

Yeah, why not an ugly, white skinned, meth/crack looking bodyguard?

[@SonicDeeHedgehog]

I'm a white male and I was stalked in Japan. I have a whole series of photos of this guy following me around an ItoYokado. He even followed me home. As I was walking up the stairs to my apartment, I looked down and there was in the street watching me.

[@leonel57]

RyogaHibikiPigDance 😰 that's weird really WEIRD!!!! .-.

[@robertvuitton]

Maybe they don't want you in their country and do this to make you leave?

[@MikeUnderTown]

RyogaHibikiPigDance he wanted 2 kil u cuz u weaboo

[@Anonymous-vk8mk]

His so weird

[@ShekinaS]

so creepy 😥

[@takeyourtime5025]

what time she was being stalked? Im coming here for the title

[@KokoroKatsura]

A N I M E N I M E

[@lannkasihlanggar4016]

12.00

[@elenalovesanime5340]

The last word "bye" she said was so cute❤

[@tinypenguin5188]

I had two dudes start following me in a parking lot in broad day light. I was heading into a store and managed to lose them. Not fun but I was ready to swing if pressed.

[@TheOzziemozzie]

youtuber: walking down the street random: glances in her direction youtuber: I WAS STALKED

[@TheOzziemozzie]

YES - I KNOW THIS IS REAL i just thought it would be funny to make a joke out of it,

[@azzurro853]

CarlaDaFox lmao is that tana mongeau

[@user-on1zq9dv7f]

CarlaDaFox please she probably cried "stalker" because she saw two Japanese buisnessmen wearing the same suit and thought they were the same person lmfao

[@TheOzziemozzie]

True! :p

[@BazzoMusic]

@azzuro lmaoooo nooooooooo

[@ctrlwtf]

they were probably like "it's a russian spy-"

[@bealuhan]

I did hear about a male getting.... not necessarily stalked but... my friend's ex-bf had a Japanese girlfriend before my friend (she's Mexican) and this girl once went into his apartment, after they were no longer dating and trashed the whole thing. So something creepy like stalking could definitely happen to men. Be safe everybody!

[@Nabixie]

Poor Cathy 😱 hope you're okay now! *hug*

[@PinkLemonade1116]

It's so unfortunate that you had to go through that >< I hope you are okay!!

[@elwoodziggurat]

Thank goodness you're safe v_v I was stalked by a guy in Shibuya very recently in October while waiting for a friend to go to the Izakaya...He talked to me a few times and kept asking for me to go to his house and I kept telling him "no". I guess I stood out as a foreign girl. I kept texting my friend telling me there was a weirdo and to hurry and she was late to meet me from work. He kept watching me from afar as I moved to wait next to the police box. He finally came up AGAIN and said "ok, lets go to my house now", grabbed my wrist and attempted to pull me away. I violently shook his hand off and said "don't touch me!" He eventually left, but I felt so uncomfortable going home in the same station late that night :///

[@fandyllic1975]

So over 2000 people are pro-stalking? SMH...

[@Missangelblanco]

They dare to follow a girl even when is recording with a camera imagine how many are there in danger and nobody knows

[@greenhorse3464]

I lived in Akihabara, a five minute walk from the station. Too many things either don't add up, or are very likely being misconstrued. The layout of Akihabara is such that many people are going the same direction... as well, many otaku do randomly wander around the area. I've spent many hours wandering around aimlessly, soaking up the atmosphere and just letting my mind wander. I'm sure I've passed the same person multiple times, it does NOT mean I was stalking them, or they stalking me. Akiba is NOT a dangerous place, my country is NOT a dangerous place. If you feel so, the train leaves for Narita every 20 minutes. I'll buy you a one way ticket.

[@noirrain6005]

Green Horse she never said it was a dangerous place. She just said a creep was stalking her. You have to be really naive to think that Japan is 100% safe lol. No place in the world is 100% safe. Weird people happen to be anywhere. Maybe you are oblivious to the danger around you. I don't blame you, since Japan is 99% safe nowadays. Not counting going into yakuza territory and the red district with the trannies and hookers.

[@emptyempty1127]

Next time you get stalked, if you’re good at fighting stop in your tracks turn around and ask them if they wanna play a game. Then charge right at them full speed! I love scaring the shit out of creeps 😂

[@LilChuunosuke]

Please make a video about the stalking in Japan! Since I want to go one day, I think it's really important to find out how to see when someone is stalking you, what they may do, how to handle it, etc. Especially since you mentioned going to shops where they wouldn't follow you! I would love to know what types of buildings would be a good place to escape from them.

[@jokkergar]

Nobody is gonna stalk you ugly ass, keep dreamin!

[@ranulf8477]

Will you start to stalk someone in Japan? oO

[@LilChuunosuke]

@@ranulf8477 i have a history of being stalked, including at the time I wrote that comment, so I was a little paranoid at the time about the idea of being stalked in a foreign country & not knowing what to do or where to go.

[@eunhyego2803]

My Russian friend and her friend went to japan a year ago and that freak stalker followed them for about 3hrs...scared to death they started calling a friends residing in nearby area for help.

[@noirrain6005]

Thank you for doing videos of places as well!! It's always nice to find new locations with you! Creepy people happens to be anywhere. Like you said, awareness is important. I would like to hear stories of stalkers in Japan. If it serve as comfort in NY we have plain crazy people. Usually during summer they get even crazier. Talking to themselves, yelling, and even pushing people from subway stations which usually is fatal. So you gotta be careful while waiting the subway. Don't stay close to the yellow platform mark etc. anyway, your saint is strong and will protect you Cathy!

[@mermaid.kaileigh]

when lovely lor whent to japan a guy stalked her like that, but he actually grabbed her arm and started yelling at her...he wouldnt let go until another guy grabbed him and pulled him away from her..

[@catvonbran]

Kaileigh W I remember that. That sounded sooo scary

[@alicevelum]

Kaileigh W. what video was that??

[@mermaid.kaileigh]

Miss Leading​ "what happened in kyoto | japan story time"

[@wonder777warrior6]

Damn your cute... do u have a channel?

[@KawaiiArcadeMasters]

OMG!!! I was so scared watching this video and someone was stalking you. My daughter who is 13 years old have MEN already approaching her especially when she dresses Lolita. Yes, what do we do if this happens to us. We don't speak the language very well so maybe if you can teach us some sayings or what you would do that would be helpful. Keep making amazing videos 😆 and be safe ❤️

[@PorcelainShrine]

You're a Caucasian woman dressed in a Lolita-ish clothes walking down Akihabara. The weirdos are bound to come out. Good to know you made it home safely though.

[@sophiat1908]

I'm so sorry you had to go through that! But i'm glad you handled it well & that you're safe😊

[@shenanigan505]

i was stalked in akihabara too, i was about 15 at the time, i was wearing a skirt and i was looking at something on the shelf when i noticed the guy had his head on the ground looking up my skirt, i almost screamed

[@IoveIie]

what the hell is wrong with him?? I hope you're okay, please carry a weapon with you especially a tazer! sending love to you. stay safe!!

[@Meesh760]

Even though this comment was 3 years ago I would definitely step on his face

[@rinaapriyanti8712]

I am very happy that you are safe from being a victim of a stalker,I want to remind you that there was a viral case in Japan in 2007 where the victim was a stalker in Japan named Lindsay Ann Hawker and a murderer named Ichihashi Tatsuya

[@gummybear2700]

You remind me of Christina Applegate :)

[@murcyblack]

That's new for me watching Japan vlogs. More info. about it, please. Good vibes!

[@ohyiu]

i mean your vlogs seem cool but like 4 out of the 6 minutes of the vlog part it was just focused on your face while you were just walking and doing nothing, also i'd love to see a video about that issue.

[@saragarofano6471]

Wow so sensitive on the matter :D

[@NormalizeNotBeingaVictim]

Did we watch the same video? 🤣

[@DavidSush1]

Thanks for your informative videos. I am thinking about visiting Japan next year for the first time. Your videos really help paint a picture of what for me to expect in Tokyo. I appreciate it.

[@reptoJane]

I'd love to learn more about the police boxes.

[@ylvalundby6681]

This happened to me so many times while walking by myself. I hate it and it is one of reason why I'm not looking forward to going back (it's this and sexual harassment). I agree with your tips. I usually go into malls or stores and they won't enter with me. Going to a police box is definitely a good option, but I don't know if I'd really talk to the police about it. It just happens so often! :(

[@queenquinn6285]

As you are very pretty, the strange people will go after you D: please stay safe ♥️

[@noot2057]

I think I was in akihabara actually, and we were staying in an Airbnb, and I felt weird during the whole walk there, and as soon as we locked the door it started like shaking because someone was trying to get in. It was actually really scary

[@bigtoad45]

When I was in Japan (Tokyo) we always traveled in pairs. That was a rule of thumb for after dark.

[@metalgearshady7875]

Saying about spring makes sense since spring and autumn are the time when people with some mental problems have seasonal aggravation, not like all of those "weird" guys are psychos, but the stress of changing in weather, lengths of lightday and everything affects people a lot.

[@astrealove2247]

Thank goodness I'm an extrovert, I'd easily just run to you and say hi, and probably ask to take a selfie too. Secondly, I've played a game called "Akiba's Trip", and I kind of recognize some of the places you went by, I'm also a fan of Love Live and Steins;Gate (yea, I know it's an odd combo) and they also use parts of Akiba in their respective anime. Third, idk if this is concidered brave or stupid, but if I noticed that someone followed me, I'd go up to them and confront them.

[@OtakuLuoluo]

Lillie Craft is that game as good as expected? I always thought the s was part of Trip so I read it as Akiba Strip 😂

[@astrealove2247]

luo chan Yea, the game is actually better than I thought, though if you're going to play it via Steam, then I'd suggest you also get yourself an Xbox controler, becuase this game isn't keyboard friendly.

[@astrealove2247]

Seraphina Lam I guess that's true as well, caution before needless risk. Smart thinking.

[@2Cute2Cool]

I've never seen your videos before and can i just say, you look like a very friendly and kind person. I am so sorry that this happened to you. I'm terrified of creepy people like that so I'm always with someone just in case. You should definitely make a video on this topic.

[@702TifosiGambler]

don't flatter yourself

[@clementine4821]

My dad lived in Japan for about 6 years and he loved it. :)

[@demolicious1]

It's because you are not accepting you darkness. Your shadow self.

[@Saiarts_yt]

I actually do have a advice on not to get tailed or stalked from someone. many of you who live or want to go to japan because japan is such a cute culture. 2-3 years ago this girl in saitama actually got kidnapped by guy she knew and got killed and it was just a ordinary girl who likes anime and manga. But many people think that japan is safe but last year there was a mass murder in japan don't know where but leaving most casualties and less of them got killed. Well those of you girls who are planning to go to japan this year here are some few tips that I could give you in order for you to stay safe in foreign countries. 1. go to the local police station as said in the video 2. dress in earth toned color and avoid any logos while wearing the fashionable clothes 3. don't stick out blend in with other people 4. if feel like being tailed or stalked while in foreign country if possible try to make some kind of a white noise to avoid surveillance or detection

[@Ongoingwhy]

If you think Japan is dangerous, try India or the Middle East.

[@TheyCallMeSledge]

America can be rough and rugged too, especially near the Mexican border.

[@SheSmilesHeLoves]

that doesn't make it any lesser of an issue.

[@mmm2121]

What do you mean? I live in saudi arabia and I don't go back home until 3 am and nothing happens to me, don't forget that we have no alcohol so no drunk weirdos exist in saudi arabia

[@Persianlady89]

Hey Cathy, it's the first time I've seen a video from you and I really enjoyed your character :) Thank you for that :P

[@dessappy]

i dont see anyone following her

[@leonel57]

dessappy me neither lol

[@Krolted]

cuz theres no stalker

[@literallyunfunny]

Don't know why I was recommended this video. I was just watching videos about lizards. But honestly, I'd think it would more likely be staged if she were recording a "stalker." An actual stalker would bolt at the first sight of a camera.

[@marzipanlilufee8016]

you know her? why you talking above other peoples life? dumbass

[@Anonymous-vk8mk]

Do you know why she didnt film the man ,its because its dangerous to film the man,if she film the man it wil be worse

[@Silverbleedy]

I think it would be a nice video in general, with tips and all. Not spring yet here (ton of snow), but I guess I'll keep an eye out because that's an interesting observation lol.

[@Emma-bm1pt]

Seriously you might as well make a video of being stalked in America too, you have a much higher chance of being stalked there than in Japan

[@samuelgarrett8713]

Hey love! You asked for feedback, but I actually love these kinds of vlogs. They're very real and raw and full of actual useful info. So yeah, more of this please! Stay safe xx

[@samuelgarrett8713]

P.s. Love the hat

[@annieli7988]

OMG Cathy, what a serious issue!

[@KodaiYuki1]

For the thing that you said at the end , that mostly a lonely people, the sun brings them out, I know that, I am lonely also, they are also frustrated on the fact that they are rejected by the world, so those two combined makes lonely people truing to catch attention of the world around them in those strange kind of ways .

[@jamescatlover123]

so that's why most japanese don't like otakus

[@robjoy1515]

That would creep me out to. Glad you returned safely back to your place. I agree you should do a video with your friends about the stalkers. Can you video inside more of the shops. I like seeing all the kawaii things? It would be really fun to meet you in person and be in one of your videos. 😄

[@sunandankaul1232]

click bait ? she had a camera and she didn't even try to show us this so called stalker.....

[@chikee01005]

Sunandan Kaul She was probably scared. You can clearly hear her say that a man was following her. I'm sure she would want to film him but didn't want to get in any trouble or get harmed.

[@j2kay93]

but there's tons of vlogs where i can clearly see citizens faces.

[@bigtoad45]

I've been to seven countries when I was a younger man. (Early 80's) Every country has it's hazards. Japan was no different than any other. Once you delve into the nighttime allies and subculture the risk goes up a bit. I found the general populace boring as hell and sought out the weirdness (In a good way) whenever possible. I was a 6' 185lb man at the time. I had few issues but always sought not to offend whenever possible. Under the same situations I would have second thought many of my actions had I been female and alone. But, as a rule of thumb when traveling abroad, never go out alone. I was denied access to quite a few establishments in the more rural areas because I was a foreigner. Times probably have changed since then.

[@Deruvez]

worst thing i know is going the same way as a girl, like going home and i know she will think "OMG HE IS FOLLOWING ME" and im like "nah, just going home to bed :'("

[@deepseakitty617]

Iv had people follow me so many times and its so scary especially if you have no one with you or like me its always when my boyfriend walks away to go do something real quick at the mall or store it always seems to happen and I live in America. Ahh so happy tour safe though it would be a good idea to do a video on this kind of issue :3

[@davealbrecht12]

Did you stage this for clickbait?

[@hanyahage9777]

Dave Albrecht seems suspecious but there are people there that stalk foreigners or girls in general

[@mcclain151]

All of the anime themes everywhere

[@claudeyaz]

Wow. Idk why people think you embellished anything. Im usually not a fan of feminists, but are guys this clueless about how common being followed or creeped on is? Im sorry people think you are lying or embellishing. What does you viewer base look like on KZbin? 50% male and female or? cute style though. Glad spring is coming! get to break out short sleeves lol

[@keiraa3166]

i think it is really awful the amount of women get stalked there... glad you are okay tho! i love watching your videos :) i think you are a beautiful, entertaining and a lovely woman. keep up with what you do!

[@rockstarstars]

I want to go to Japan SO BADLY. I just want to experience something that's so different and extraordinary and beautiful. I literally wish I could so badly

[@markukrainetz5058]

Thanks for the video. I really have to go back. I miss Tokyo so much.

[@leenjordan4271]

Can't understand her eyeshadow, it makes her eyes look sad

[@somekid678]

you're so adorable!! stay safe hun! am subscribing to ya!

[@Pyromaniac_Akeks]

why does this feels staged as fuck for clickbait

[@girlslovgirls3554]

This reminded me a little of this movie called 'Taken', not sure if you're familiar with it but it's based on two foreign teenage girls traveling to some place alone and this dude invites them to a supposed 'party' but has this whole business based on human trafficking so he ends up having a group of men kidnapping the two girls but one of the girl's father sets out on a search to find them both. It's sad and disgusting such things like those have to happen.