Honest Thoughts on Meeting Lee Kuan Yew (and living in Singapore) | Kobe, Japan

[@keffinsg]

I hope the Japanese Ambassador to Singapore, and the Singapore Ambassador to Japan give you an award for being an unofficial diplomat! Keep up your good work!!!

[@SebastianLimSimon]

I hope someone from Singapore can have some sort of investment with this language school and help Temasek grow to even greater height. This language school deserves the credit! Thank you Ghib Ojisan for sharing this story! Love it!

[@nanayue5388]

Hi Fujioka-san, thank you for remembering Singapore. We ❤ Japan too!

[@vanwangye]

Thanks Ghib Ojisan. Fujika-san really did alot quietly since 1989 until now to promote Singapore and English language. He deserve a medal! He's already very old now. I think Ojisan can bring him back to Singapore to enjoy all his favorite Singapore food and go to the Tuas sailing club one more time. His journalism and teaching experiences in those times will be a very good guest lecture topic to be told in Singapore universities.

[@corellianjedi2483]

I think if this guy wants to hire Singaporean teachers is his business, but Ghib has a lot of Japanese Singaporean connections...

[@OnMusicSoon1]

Lee Kuan Yew - Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun 1967. Grand Cordon of the Order of the Paulownia Flower 2015 I wonder in 1967 when memories of WWII still fresh, which leader of a country dared and even more, convinced his people to open up their market and labour to Japan, protected these Japan corporations from unfair treatments and bias judgements. Ever since then, Japan corporations have deep rooted themselves in South East Asia for 50 coming to 60 years. What a man! His answers are always perfect because he tells you common senses which are often marred by emotions and short term gains.

[@kimmytan6573]

So cool, the 2 ladies really love it there. They feel safe n enjoy their work.

[@joanleenakayama7939]

Bravo !! I hv been watching the old interviews of LKY thru YT these 2days only. And here U are! Amazing connections! ❤😍😘🤟🏽🙏🙏

[@shaun_seow]

I missed Singapore of the 80s and early 90s. There is a certain innocence and simplicity about life back then even though technology and overseas travelling were so expensive and exclusive back then.

[@shuermarvin577]

Your videos are very interesting - bring in different perspectives. Thank you.

[@诚聘板主]

This Japanese elder did a great job, Singapore -Japan friendship lasts forever

[@ponpon95y]

Very interesting interview! Thanks Ghib Ojisan for this~ I hope you can bring Fujioka-san to Singapore to eat his favourite chilli crab and chicken rice :D

[@dianachuakh76]

I love this content, feel very close to heart as a Singaporean that been through 80s era especially.

[@clementihammock7572]

Mr Lee’s love for Seiko. Please try to interview Seiko old executive. Most might not recognise Seiko watches as a luxury. Heck, most might not even know that the humble Seiko 5 watch is of completely in-house origin from its movement parts to case to the bracelet. Back in 1976, Mr Lee had invited Seiko’s the Managing Director Ichio Hattori to establish Singapore Time Pte. a factory to make wrist watches on Marsiling drive in Woodlands new town - an example of Singapore’s social and economic development - 90 workers were trained in Daini-Sekiosha in Japan while the remaining Singaporean workforce trained under the returning specialists, among the specialists was Kok Kham Seng, the Division Manager for Seiko Total Quality Management department: This was Seiko’s first factory outside of Japan and it was also equipped with the latest technology of the period - Singapore Time (eventually Seiko Instruments) was going to be a fully integrated factory from materials to finished products.

[@sci90174]

9:58 that's not city hall; back then it was called Treasury building. It was demolished last year. And the Merlion also got relocated in the early 2000's.

[@dennistani1986]

Ghib, thanks for the interesting video! It' s always interesting to see people' s experiences in other countries. Also I recommend Rakuten Travel. I live in Japan and use them all the time. Take care everyone!

[@Nick-pc9tf]

You have to admire everyone at that time. At that time everyone was healing from war. Singapore was the victim. To be gracious like that, that's strength I can't even fathom.

[@simpernchong]

First guy. Thanks for the wholesome video

[@MsPiggycat]

Awesome interview, great content, keep it up 👍

[@いもペンキ]

先日、Dick Leeのデビュー50周年コンサートを見に33年振りにシンガポールに行ってきました。 コンサートの後にご本人と話しができ写真を撮る事ができました。 もっと伝えたい事があるのに英語ができずとても残念でした。 舞い上がっていたので日本語ですら言葉が出てこないのに英語なんてもっと無理！ と思っていたけど英会話の勉強したくなりました。 しかも、シングリッシュとか最高過ぎる！ いつかジブさんを大阪で見かけたら話しかけて私のシンガポールラブの気持ちを聞いてもらいたいです。 いつも楽しみにしてます。 大阪から応援してます。

[@derpydude821]

Wow you got to see Dick Lee! So cool! I also want to learn Japanese to meet & talk to Jpop artists~ 🇸🇬🇯🇵

[@いもペンキ]

@@derpydude821 Dick Leeが大好きでSingapore が大好きになりました。 I love Singapore❤

[@melodymngsh8100]

I really enjoyed this episode.

[@fungmeiho2976]

Haha! He got me at 'Sotong'! 👍 Thank you so much for this video! It's great to know our dear Mr Lee Kuan Yew had touched so many people other than Singaporeans. And Fujioka-san respects him so much! Yes, Fujioka-san should make a trip back here to Singapore. So much good memories.❤ RIP Mr Lee Kuan Yew 🙏 You're dearly missed, SIR😔

[@reginatan4931]

Thank you for this episode. It forms part of our beloved LKY legacy for the plentitude and minute un-broadcasted things LKY has done for Singapore throughout his lifetime. Thank you!!

[@JiMoMin]

Very wholesome. Good video

[@pennyarts886]

I miss lee kuan yew. He is a smart person.thanks ghib. 🙏This video is really amazing. It is valuable and a lot of memories.❤❤❤nice work, and we singaporean really like Japan.❤❤❤

[@RC-rp3eu]

You are a good vlog-er Ghib. You are likable and nice looking and a good interviewer.

[@iAxianguy]

What a great story again. So interesting! 😄👍👍

[@willie8452]

Fujioka san looks like Simu Liu in his younger days 😅 Very wholesome video, loved the interview, insightful yet entertaining. Brings us back to the good ole days. 👏

[@haruhi7745]

Welcome Back. So cool topics 👍🌷💙🤍

[@wwpoof]

Oh wow 😲, this is a very special series, sugoi 👍❤!

[@Deathjoker_]

i kind of like this kind of video, japanese who live in Singapore or Singaporean that live in Japan, get to know hows their life living in the country be like.

[@ragsoh]

I am a 62 years old Singaporean. Mr Lee Kuan Yew' always tried to build a very good relationship with Japan. When I was a child in the 1960s, anything made in Japan meant poor quality product. By the 1980s, Japan became an economic powerhouse. Anything MADE IN JAPAN meant high quality, durability and value for money. I never forgot my first Sony Walkman that I bought. It dropped into my toilet bowl accidentally. I quickly recovered it and washed it. After leaving it to dry for a few days, it worked perfectly! Such is the quality of Japanese craftsmanship. Today, I still have deep respects for the Japanese people. They are very disciplined and polite people.

[@LeedonLee]

I owned one till today ❤

[@johnwong4424]

Thats japan in the past. I am afraid japan these days is very different. So many corporate scandal. It's a good lesson for Singapore

[@nanayue5388]

Mine was a pink Sony walkman❤

[@miyazakihiroshi2548]

おぉ～神戸に来てたんや👍️ちなみに神戸の北野にはシンガポール人がオーナーを勤めてる「THE SUITRY STRAITS」って言うカフェがあんのやけどバリおしゃれでええ感じのカフェやねん。次神戸来る事あったら訪れる事をお薦めしますわ🎵

[@limbehh8494]

Hi... I am Singaporean and I am going kobe soon. Can quote the address ? Thanks

[@キューティーパイ-l1i]

@@limbehh8494 THE SULTRY STRAITS Kaycee Court 101, 1-5-21, Kitano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe city, Japan I hope you enjoy Japan so much😊

[@jsurfin1]

@@limbehh8494 Just google Sultry Straits

[@dkj6946]

The tower you pointed out was recently known as AXA Tower but was brought down a few years ago

[@mrtransmogrify]

Love the classrooms. Comfy

[@ashleylim2954]

I like this video. Thank you.

[@nanayue5388]

Good to see U again ojisan

[@waltertan4508]

Great story! Well done.

[@bryanh5728]

Thank you Fujioka san for those beautiful memories. Gr8 time when u were there in the mid 80s too 🎉😊

[@jennieloh6312]

Thank you for sharing. I was emotional after what you have shared.

[@petergoh4425]

I worked in Singapore from 1976 to 1978. At the time, the Singapore River was rat-infested and full of bumboats (tongkangs) with old, dilapidated warehouses along both sides of the river. Singapore is so unrecognisable today.

[@tidursini]

10:05 that is not City Hall, it is AXA Towers. It has been torn down.

[@mikaneko1]

どうやってシンガポールと繋がりがある日本人(日本在住)とつながることができたんでしょうか？驚き！ 異国で暮らすならシンガポールで暮らしてみたいです

[@GhibOjisan]

視聴者さんたちのおかげです😆

[@paulineteo2186]

I liked the interview with the Singaporean teachers. Very interesting 😊

[@sujaniaslam2428]

Hi Ghib,, wow i missed kobe,,, i hv been to kobe while staying in japan,, kobe beef oishi desu,,, all the interview is very interesting and fun,, 日本に　行きたいね、、😅今　円高　ですよ😅。

[@hermitpurple3]

I believe that the fact that he is a member of the Hakka Chinese minority also contributes to his success in national politics. The Han Chinese, the Chinese majority, have traditionally been good at commerce, which tends to bring them economic prosperity, but bribery is widespread, leading to a decline in morals and inequality in society. In this regard, the Hakka Chinese, who are a minority, traditionally have often worked in disciplined occupations such as the military or police. When engaged in national politics, they bring a certain level of norms and fairness to society, similar to the samurai government in Japan and the European aristocracy that was in charge of the military. I believe that the success of Singaporean Chinese is due to the synergistic effect of disciplined leaders and citizens who are good at business.

[@captainfieryandgamingwithj5129]

wow

[@seemsliketodae]

"wah its so over exposed." HAHAHAHA was that all you could think about this vintage treasure? hahaha entertaining

[@naokof4029]

Hi Ghib san, very interesting 👍 I ❤️ Singapore and respect Lee Kuan Yew very much, so disappointed in Japanese politicians

[@0nikitsune-q4c]

Japanese politicians arent that bad because when comparing to so many other countries yeah they are far better

[@naokof4029]

@@0nikitsune-q4c You think so? 😊

[@0nikitsune-q4c]

@@naokof4029 USA

[@leehelen-nc6xd]

Like you video ❤

[@drifter4training]

still remember that there was a docomo store in singapore before liang court closed down..

[@chweehar]

I am wondering if he been back to Singapore since??

[@angelinelow327]

He's been back to Singapore many times over the years.

[@chweehar]

@@angelinelow327 Thanks for the reply.

[@ysgoh936]

He has a girlfriend in Singapore.

[@LeedonLee]

Mr. Lee KY was a kind man ❤🎉

[@User-C151Cmrt]

Lee kuan yew prime minister, we miss u, u died since I was 1 year old

[@binglim1]

Ghib, do you know what happened to iChang and Jimmy? They have not posted for a month. I know you guys are good friends.

[@ysgoh936]

They are no longer friends 😢

[@binglim1]

​​@@ysgoh936Really? What happened? Did they disagree on which Char Kuay Teow is better? Or is it roti canai or roti pratha?

[@sugiharto1721]

Hello ghib

[@哥坤-s7o]

Sorry for me being rude but do you mind if I ask, are tattooed teacher allowed in Japan? And also, does Fujika-san need to seek permission from sg govt to use the word Temasek for his company name? cos' it may give the wrong impression that his company is affiliated with Singapore Temasek Holdings.

[@jbrkjferkjbekjb]

'Temasek' is not a word monopolised by the Singaporean government, relax!

[@mobile8873]

LKY was a lawyer by training, so he was always very careful with his words and it was always backed up by facts. He saw how the racial riots tore Singapore apart, hence the censorship of press. I like Japan, loved their food and safety aspects of it. But the work and study cultures are quite a turn off

[@liyuanqian9143]

That Singaporeans growing up in a multilingual society and undergoing bilingual education are subconsciously or otherwise better able to relate to students learning a different language.

[@hikkomorisg]

From the thumbnail, i thought it's Chee Soon Juan 🤣

[@benjaminnguyen554]

wow Lee Kuan Yew had a very similar circumstance as me, I just got another video on my youtube front page about Lee Kuan Yew being bribed

[@tyoirutyewwll]

Japan, italian food? Saizeriya! 😂

[@justincai7039]

Ponyo Totoro tats i see there 😄

[@ゲルゲル-r4q]

神戸で、素晴らしい方と出会えましたねー。藤岡さんに比べたら、 自分がチッポケでつまらない人間に思えました。

[@ly_smileylass1427]

Meanwhile Among All of the 3️⃣ Current 🇯🇵 Members of a K-Pop 👦-Band named Treasure, Asahi Hamada-Kun Actually Came from the Same Prefecture as Ghib Ojisan - Osaka. Whereas Another 🇯🇵 Treasure Member named Yoshinori Kanemoto-Kun is Actually a 4th Generation Korean-Japanese from the Kobe Prefecture. On the Other Hand, the Only 🇯🇵 K-Pop Star Who Came from Nagoya (aka the Hometown of Miki-San - Another 🇸🇬-Based, 🇯🇵 KZbinr Who Mostly Used Mandarin for his Own Videos) that I Could Think of is Rei-Chan of IVE.

[@erictayet]

I see LKY, I must click. Why I never click immediately? Singaporeans are always busy working lah. :D My family is going to Nagoya, Kyoto & Osaka soon for vacation. So I'm rewatching some of your Osaka vids and checking Google Maps. I definitely agree that we should invite Fujioka-san to Singapore (assuming he's not already doing so while recruiting teachers.) He wouldn't even recognise any places anymore. All the buildings in that photo were demolished with the old Treasury building or AXA Tower being the last to go. I didn't even realise AXA Tower was that old. Well maybe Lau Pa Sat is still there but not visible in that photo, but for chicken rice, please don't go Lau Pa Sat, go a bit further to Maxwell market. I tried using Rakutan to search for Hotels in Kyoto but they were all so expensive, though the properties all look very nice. Now got discount, maybe can relook again.

[@tichenkwenzin5878]

A Japanese interviewing another Japanese, in English! Only because of their love for Singapore ❤❤❤

[@tkyap2524]

Not perfect answers but the right answers. Social censorship is relevant today under the POFM Act.

[@johnsonabtansg]

Baga

[@mingjie1765]

Lee kuan yew is dead long time ago

[@NahbehChow]

and u r 4ever dead.

[@mingjie1765]

@@NahbehChow chio

[@mingjie1765]

@@NahbehChow chio. Thouchwood

[@fungmeiho2976]

Yes, our dear Mr Lee Kuan Yew may have passed but his legacy will remain FOREVER. His love and tireless work for Singapore will NEVER be forgotten! RIP Mr Lee Kuan Yew 🙏

[@ysgoh936]

​@@fungmeiho2976bakelo

[@dragon4249]

15:25 A wild silver wolf spotted!