I ACTUALLY Lived In JAPAN for 1 Year. This is What Happened

After a month straight of work...the finale to the japan arc is finally complete. Sorry for the wait lol. Enjoy!!!
Shoutout to ‪@ColtKirwan‬ for the vid inspo! • I ACTUALLY Chased my D...
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[@swayn7426]

that last shot was so goddamn perfect, a direct callback to the first shot of the first japan video. nostalgia hits hard.

[@AthanWright]

AYYYY THANKS DAWG, it was a nice/bittersweet moment for me as well😅

[@nerolost4347]

@@AthanWright So when can we expect you back in Japan haha

[@love7JT]

It's starting to feel like I was there with you 😭

[@AthanWright]

aw thanks dawg, that's what I was going for!

[@imArte]

Dudeeeee!!! I just moved to japan like 2 weeks ago and I've wanting to meet with you.. YOU HAD TO LEAVE NOW???? come onnn 😭😭 jokes aside, love you man, take care of yourself.

[@thoshiino]

すごい内容の濃い動画です。たった1人で外国に来て生活することがどれだけ大変か思い知らされました。日本語めちゃうまいですよ。

[@Cyrus9932]

This actually made me cry. Its just so bittersweet. It has been an awesome journey. It's a pain to see you go. I'll really miss the Japan content and I can't wait to see what you will do now. You are one of, if not the most underrated KZbinr. The effort you put into your videos is immaculate. Even though you only have 6000 subscribers, we all love you a bunch. There are literally almost no Japan KZbinrs that do what you do. Show the real life. The others only show the good part and what you can do. I want to see what happens and who you will meet. I hope you have a great time with your family again!

[@Mlovesbooks2027]

I only found your channel a few months ago but I binged practically all of your Japan videos. They were so real and truthful. I came for Japan but stayed for your personality. Good job pushing through that time where you were struggling! I can’t wait to see what videos you make next.

[@AthanWright]

aw thanks dawg!! buckle up then, cause next journey gets even better

[@katerinamaximova1190]

You're so cool 😭😭 Thank you for the video and for the thoughts!

[@AthanWright]

nah YOU'RE so cool 😭😭 thanks my dawg

[@renanwatanabe]

Hey man, I just wanted to say thank you for posting and sharing your experience living abroad! I'm going to Japan in September and will be staying for a year too. I couldn't keep up with your content cuz of college and work, but I'll binge watch the videos now to prepare myself for the trip lol. I'm really rooting for your success on youtube, the edit, the planning, the storytelling, everything is amazing, a work of art! It's just a matter of time for you to get to 100k! The dedication and the hard work are gonna pay off for sure, keep it up! Also, great job on the self-improvement journey, the difference is clear from the start of the adventure! It looks like you found your way to express yourself through the videos. Again, thanks for posting and good luck!

[@AthanWright]

Aw thanks, appreciate someone recognizing the hard work lol. excited for you similar journey, it's gonna be awesome!

[@Visions_in_Toyko]

1 year isnt really long term, 1 year is still the honeymoon phase.

[@Airox_bibi]

😮

[@higon99]

Congrats on surviving in a scarily scarily foreign land! It's been 10 months? wow. You had a text-to-talk voice over back then but now it's done with your own voice. That alone is making me cry a bit. (Almost a decade ago, I studied abroad for several years as a foreign student, so.) As for your channel, I don't think you are doing any bad at all. It's a good one as a self-branding channel already. And at least for me it's the kind I must follow.

[@AthanWright]

yeah really happy with the progression lol, so cool you went on a similar journey haha

[@TulioSasaya]

loved everything about this athan, keep moving forward bro

[@peas_n_biscuits]

Been following along ever since I got my acceptance into Duke back in March and came across your Duke videos,,and got to say,,following up on your journey in Japan and before has got to be one of the highlights of my year so far✨️🙌🏽. Love the absolute dedication and amazing quality of your videos!! Definitely deserves to be on top💯🙌🏽

[@AthanWright]

ayyy see you at duke in the fall then!!

[@Dopicuh]

From watching this journey on my way to the barracks now finishing my 2nd semester in Uni gotta say its been amazing. You've lighted a spark in me not many could, to take that step and talk to the rep about possible stdy abroad chances. I've just loved the realness and you('ness) that just radiate through these videos that just make u so fun to watch. Big ups brother. You are you and thas all it takes to conquer. Time for you to end this chapter and move to a new one.❤

[@AthanWright]

aw thanks dawg!! def found my voice on youtube this past year

[@謁]

found this channel 2 days ago and just wanted to say keep it up. The quality of these videos are amazing. Already watched 4 of them 💀

[@2OO4k]

Same

[@KeoTsang]

Happy to follow along the journey, and glad to see that you enjoyed your time in Japan too

[@AthanWright]

thanks for inspiring me to start the journey!!

[@Yasudoesthings]

When he started speaking in Japanese and talking about the journey I started to tear up. No idea why. Just felt right.

[@LigerX97]

What a year it's been. Thanks so much for taking us along with you on this chapter of your life.

[@AthanWright]

dude thanks for sticking with me !

[@T1k1Torch]

Thank you for this! I plan on studying abroad in Japan for atleast a semester. And your journey is inspirational for me, as well as many others. Best of luck.

[@Rojimona]

Watching your journey to Japan and back felt like a preview of what I’m about to experience, I just applied for college in Japan and will hopefully start next fall. Watching you made me feel better about going out to experience where I’ve wanted to go since I was a little kid all while learning new skills and better education. Just wanted to say I loved watching this series and will continue to watch you while taking my steps in Japan, Thank you!

[@AthanWright]

ayy good luck on your journey!!

[@spiupi0432]

It was really cool seeing your journey, good luck in the future brother 100k is gonna be light work for you

[@AthanWright]

light work fr fr😤

[@RatchetEden]

Cant believe its over... youre japanese is so good, after nearly a year of studying it myself i understood more than half of what you were saying. Funny how culture shock is the same as getting over grief. That was one awesome adventure, thanks for all the videos and you better hit 100k

[@AthanWright]

thanks dawg, great studying haha

[@beaumusic4767]

damn i felt this video in my heart. Keep being consistent brotha you will blow up soon it just takes patience , hard work and time.

[@Adrienss]

KZbin thing hittt, u got this tho gang 💯💯

[@AthanWright]

thanks man!! cool vids you got!

[@yuki_9538]

i’ve been here from the very start, the way you grew and went about in your videos gave me the confidence to apply to colleges in japan thank you for giving me that confidence

[@math67000]

It is rare to have video from peoples leaving Japan. Thank you for doing it. I have been 3month here and yeah it is hard to start a new life somewhere else. It takes even more courage, to acknowledge that maybe the decision was not the best for you.

[@ashykinz5162]

Athan! I’ve been watching your series to prepare for my own study abroad next year. I’m hella excited and you’ve provided even more hype for me. Keep up the great content :)

[@AthanWright]

ayyy!! thanks and good luck on your journey!!

[@HFlame7]

Thanks for sharing your journey Athan. Looking forward to your next one man!

[@AthanWright]

thanks mr flame haha. buckle up then!

[@KentoGS]

I feel so proud of you bro. You are an example and learned so much from you during the last year. Thanks a lot.

[@rihanvidusha9660]

bro I watched your every video , I enjoyed your videos. I came to JAPAN last month!! the sad part is I was planing to meet you in japan....

[@StevenWhite1989]

Your Japan adventure might be over, for now, but we’re all here to stay Athan. We look forward to seeing your next videos! 100k subs in 2024!

[@AthanWright]

aww thanks dawg, it rly is gonna be a special journey from here on out

[@RenZAdmiraa]

Bro, I thank the algorithm cause this just recommeneded to me out of nowhere, and I can relate so much to the point that I thought you are describing perfectly what I am currently going through in life. I am at the "frustration" phase and having a hard time for a big decision to whether I should extend or just go back home. But thanks to your content, it helped me weigh my options. Thank you again

[@mikemarshall3246]

I am almost at the 3 month mark of living in Japan. And all I can say is, it has its days. I live the weekends when I can go out and travel and luckily I knew a few people here already. But yeah, I am remaining patient and trying to look at the positives. If Japan has taught me anything it’s patience. I am on at least a 2 year journey here

[@tonymathieu7449]

This series was so good dude! I’m sure you will grow big on youtube. What are your plans after japan?

[@hearttoheartwithjesus5250]

I seriously wanted to cry!! 😭😭 Thank you sooo much for these videos

[@AthanWright]

dude thanks for watching!!

[@twicefps]

Me and my wife are following your path and looking to move to Tokyo this video is very inspiring very well done you should be proud of yourself !

[@ash-adventurediaries]

This is such an amazing accomplishment 🫶🏼🌸 Congratulations!✨️

[@ahmedhisham5738]

Nah fr proud of you man and hopefully i go through the same journey in japan

[@02SpiderBoy]

An amazing end to an amazing arc! I'm excited for what you come up with next! Keep killing it, you've got this bro!! 🤜🔥🤛

[@AthanWright]

An amazing comment! thanks dawg

[@bardock_sg5859]

Been here for all your Japan videos and will continue to stay for as long as you post. Im moving to USA this year to study as well and I hope I can have an amazing experience just like you.

[@AthanWright]

legend!! gonna be a great journey dawg

[@rictom544]

banger video, you also got so many subs from this one, congrats man, would love to see what comes next.

[@abu-tate-Beta-lives-matter]

my man your amazing, i was waiting for this vid sooo long. congrats dawg have a blessed time. 🎬 cut the japan arc has ended damn man i feel blessed to have found your channel 3 months ago 😭🫡 dawg i hope you have a great career im gonna cry this video was so diff it hit diff 😭

[@AthanWright]

dude thanks so much! it's bittersweet the arc has ended but now I feel very free and excited to pursue the next journey

[@jingyizhong4547]

You are such an inspiration to me!! I was watching your videos when I wanted to apply for study aboard. I finally came to Tokyo! Even tho I’m only here for less than two months I’ve been enjoying my experiences

[@AthanWright]

yoo i remember you've been with me for a while! so glad you finally made it to tokyo!!

[@nerow_51]

Genuinely this video made me grasp my heart in such ways you don't know, I've watched from the beginning where you had struggles and were naive to everything in Japan to now have grown so far to learning so much Japanese is absolutely insane, how did you manage to learn it? Through school or any online systems? I genuinely want to know, i hope one day you can return and even move there, you deserve it

[@ceoof.lilith]

Thank you for all Athan. And congrats for 6k subscribers!

[@AthanWright]

haha preciate you my guy

[@TellMeMoreAbtForex]

It’s already been nearly a year since I’ve watched you… DAMN!!! Time flies.

[@Hero_of_Sinnoh]

Bro what a journey, so happy that you decided to stay for the full year. Alot I could say but this video just put a smile on my face. Well done!

[@TsukuZay]

high quality video, u gon get far my boy

[@AthanWright]

ayy thanks my boy

[@blaak_]

Yay, another video from Japan!

[@TakenClipz]

bro your quality is alright just stick to it and youll blow up

[@AthanWright]

thanks dawg

[@Lincolnsmustache]

Hi Athen. I don’t even know where to start. But I wanna say I’m proud of you, I know most the emotions you felt while you were at Japan. I’m lucky to have family and friends in Japan so I can’t say I felt the loneliness but I understand the frustration of not being able to do anything without much difficulty. I’m proud of you for sticking through the journey and I want to say your Japanese is good, it’s better than mine 😂 and I have fluent Japanese family. This was my first video I’ve seen by you but I felt almost all you were saying. Thanks for the video. You earned a subscriber👍🏼

[@pepca956]

your videos are amazing. i always enjoy watching them. keep going.

[@stan3375]

What an epic story! I really like your journey! Keep it up man!

[@AthanWright]

thanks!! it was one heck of a journey

[@soccerkansen-yuruyuru]

I think Japan is very difficult to get used to, even for Japanese. but surely there must be someone who loves you in Japan. good luck

[@mouzah_]

I can't stress this enough, but if anyone is planning on going to Japan for the long road (more than 1 month) it is an absolute necessity to have a strong grasp of Japanese so the "frustation/culture shock" doesn't hit that hard, but I'm really glad u pushed through and enjoyed the rest of your time in Japan! Keep up the good content, you gonna reach big things!!

[@user-tz7gn3cc5j]

異国の地で経験した事は必ず人生の良いヒントになると思います🎉よく頑張ったね！これから何するのかな？また楽しみにしてます😊

[@AthanWright]

ほんとに感謝しています！

[@sankyuu_eikaiwa]

Just binge watched so many of your videos, your vids are legendary. And I just want to say, you WILL become the KZbinr that you want to become, there’s no way it won’t happen, it’s just a matter of time ⏰ In fact, you already are that KZbinr that you’re wanting to become, you just don’t happen to have that number that reaffirms that to yourself, yet… Anyone that asks you if you’re a KZbinr, you should give them a resounding “yes”, because when they look past that 6k subscriber count, your content is on another level. KZbin only recommended your videos to me today, that should tell you that we (the subscribers) are on the way 👏🏼 Let’s goooo

[@MichaelFishbaugher]

You this video is gas, you got my sub!

[@AthanWright]

ayy preciate you my boy

[@rainy2763]

loved ur japan adventure and and all the vids and im still going to watch u for u but it whould be fire if u go back to japan again in the future. Much love

[@lDonDadal]

ive been waiting on the next vid to drop

[@AthanWright]

lol me too, can't believe it's finally finished

[@lDonDadal]

@@AthanWright you inspired me to go to japan hopefully before the end of the year this whole series was so vibey

[@tuffjamaican9192]

brooo. welcome back. hope everything's good bro. you definitely gnna hit that 100k bro

[@AthanWright]

we getting there, thanks for sticking with me all this time bro😤

[@tuffjamaican9192]

@@AthanWright always bro

[@NovaNightGames]

Here before this man hits 10k!

[@Pochiedits]

Amazing story it really inspired me because i am planning to move to japan as well once i reach uni to study abroad i'm 15 meaning i will have to wait 4 more years 😔 . This story made me want to go even more thank you!

[@NotAnt.]

Wake up boys! Athen posted!!! Great video bro

[@AthanWright]

Legend! thanks bro

[@DenshaOtoko2]

I'm so thankful to my Japanese host families that taught me how to be Japanese and how to speak Tokyo and Osaka dialects and the customs and cultures of Kansai and Kanto regions.

[@0mYpLagE0]

I'm so happy to have seen your videos. I visited Japan this year in May and June by myself and I was so happy... I had the same experience with the culture shock curve but only for a short period of time... 3 weeks... which changed my life entirely... If you are heading to Japan, leave me a message, maybe we can meet up there... because my journey may have just begun... otsukaresama deshita ❤🎉😂 arigatooouu

[@AthanWright]

thanks for the love! enjoy your journey in japan

[@AndSoWeLaughed]

WELL DONE, ATHAN! I was definitely expecting Narrator-san (I'm a minute in and hope we get to say goodbye to him). You've done something spectacular, and you've challenged yourself. I think it's saying something that you met one of your biggest inspirations in the first few weeks RIGHT after losing your wallet on the second day. It was the universe's way of telling you this would be scary, but it would be worth it. Let me finish the video, but well done!

[@AthanWright]

THANKSS!! especially for sticking with me for so long lol

[@DenshaOtoko2]

I learned so much the last time.

[@brianchen4418]

such a sick video bro. just did duke in Alicante and went through a very similar experience as you even though i was only there for 6 weeks. culture shock is real lol

[@AthanWright]

ayyy see you at duke in the fall bro!

[@sebby_y]

WOOO new upload

[@AthanWright]

YUPPP

[@atagotaisho]

Thank you for coming to Japan and Taisho Sushi Making🍣

[@AthanWright]

thanks for having me!!

[@atagotaisho]

@@AthanWrightit’s my pleasure!!!!

[@nicobalmes1618]

Love your videos man! Hope you continue to make more. Excited to see what's next for you!

[@AthanWright]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Max-xd9tc]

I came to japan a month ago and am going through a lot of what you went through. Watching this has made me very grateful to be here, and very sad to leave. My biggest problem is missing home but also loving here. I'll never be able to have both, and so I'll always be mourning whichever life i am not living. I miss being able to talk to strangers, but i also love not being forced into conversations with strangers. I miss in n out, but I'll miss mos burger too. Yesterday I met a street dance group that does my same style. I dont even have that back home. I am in turmoil now, so Im just gonna end this and go back to not thinking about it cause that hurts less lol. Just remember you can always come back cause nothing is impossible.

[@AthanWright]

you're not alone brother! nothing is perfect, but there is beauty in that imperfection in life... if that makes sense lol

[@DenshaOtoko2]

Wow you're Japanese is almost as good as mine. TBH. I spent two years studying Japanese before studying abroad in Japan. Then I retook Japanese 1 twice in Community college and College.

[@jejudo3000]

The best decision in your life my boi. Japan!!! 🇯🇵⛩️

[@hangswithchristian]

Im on a similar journey but down here in Fukuoka bud. Been here 4 months making content - let’s collaborate! 🙋🏽‍♂️🇯🇵

[@marchall5173]

Great video!!!!!!

[@AthanWright]

Thanks!!

[@therealfreieder6984]

Great vid😂

[@AthanWright]

haha thanks

[@lillybrock2145]

Amazing! Could you make a video about how you would learn Japanese from the beginning again? I am so lost on where to start…

[@PVTKR]

素晴らしい成長をされましたね。日本語も完璧ですよ！あなたのような人がこれからの世界を牽引して行ってください‼️

[@regal677]

Man, im so happy for you. Living in japan is also a big dream of mine. Im Brazilian, but im currently studying in Portugal. I’m closing up my first year of college and it’s been a long journey… I miss my family, and I won’t be able to return home for a year, probably. But I’m so happy to be here, and my parents are visiting me later this year, so im definitely looking forward to that, and im very grateful! When i watched your videos, i could see in myself the same struggles you went through. I commend your bravery and tenacity, for suffering is truly what makes heroes. You are very courageous and you have achieved a great feat. Congratulations! I hope to one day move there, as i have been unsuccessful in the past. I tried to forget this dream, but it just has a way of going back to me. At this point, i can’t really ignore it, can i? In a way, i think that I wasn’t ready back then. I was younger and very naive. When i finish my course, i will have proved that i can endure all kinds of hardship and loneliness . I believe i will be ready for japan this time.

[@AthanWright]

Yeah really feel this!! the only way we grow is through hardships. If it's your time, go for it!! what's most important is staying true to yourself and your inner voice

[@W3ryx]

Finally the legend is back

[@AthanWright]

sorry for the wait 😅

[@W3ryx]

@@AthanWright All good, i came for japan comtent but your video style is just great keep it going. We will see you at the 100k soon

[@jonathansakura]

I moved to Korea for what I thought was 1 year and that turned into 4 Now I'm moving to tokyo expecting just 1 year but we'll see what happens 😅

[@DenshaOtoko2]

I blend in because I am Asian and have a compatible culture and the same philosophy and I spoke Japanese and could read and write it. And I also learned Japanese customs through Karate classes.

[@88o8ooo5]

Even though I’ve never met you I miss you so much I’m so delighted you had great experiences in Japan can’t wait your next adventures!

[@AthanWright]

ayyy thanks for the love dawg!!! glad you loved the journey

[@jacobbiehl1210]

Great video, would advise you to look up pitch accent if you wanted to sound more like a native. Best of luck and keep making these videos!

[@AthanWright]

ayy thanks for the tip!

[@DenshaOtoko2]

I'm going to study there at least two more times. Maybe three more times at most.

[@officialcrit6685]

As for one of those whose started watching you from the beginning of your journey in Japan. I am relified that you got adjusted and could somewhat enjoy your experience at the end. However, I am curious as you're still interested of learning Japanese, do you have any plans of returning back to Japan for a long term residency? I know you're still young and the future is truly erratic, but do you have any aspirations regarding the matter?

[@AthanWright]

Yooo thanks for sticking with me this whole time! Not at the moment, I actually prefer to live in america more--may make a vid on that in the future. will def come back to japan for vacations tho

[@razodp8781]

IINSANE JOURNEY GREAT VID

[@AthanWright]

THANKS DAWG

[@noseboop4354]

I wish you well on your journey too. さらば。

[@RaijinOG]

We believe in you! You got this! Glad to have watched your growth through this journey! I have learned a lot and I thank you for sharing your experiences. I leave for my year in japan at the end of august and watching your journey has helped me feel less anxious so I am grateful for you sharing it with us.

[@AthanWright]

ayy have fun on your journey!! gonna be awesome

[@maryphelps7490]

Welcome home!

[@4tarsus]

Great post. Also: Have you watched Shogun on Hulu? Your reaction, etc. might be good subject for future video.

[@aymaneZ]

This video is really honest about the whole experience, which I appreciate. I was planning on doing my minor in Japan but was skeptical because it is indeed very far away, being from the Netherlands. However, seeing your journey over the past few months has given me an even greater passion for putting myself out there. You are truly an inspiring guy, and have motivated me to give it my all. keep up the videos my guy.

[@AthanWright]

dude so nice of you to say this!! go out there and pursue your dreams my guy, follow that inner voice

[@aymaneZ]

@@AthanWright will do my man!😤

[@MohammedAl-Dousary-mm3ov]

youre an inspiration

[@Allahsword225]

time flew so fast holy

[@AthanWright]

nah fr lol

[@kaptainmason6057]

cannot believe its already been a year, it feels like i watched your first video like 2 months ago. time flies

[@AthanWright]

dude ikr, it's gone by so fast

[@bantoanthony]

lol going to Japan without knowing even hiragana or katakana is ballsy af man. Props to you.

[@honeybearva]

I thought about how you were doing recently. It felt like only yesterday you went to japan to live there for a year. But regardless, I'm still gonna stay for more ❤

[@AthanWright]

ayy preciate you!! buckle up, cause journey just goes crazy from here!

[@neneka5557]

あなたの日本語はとても上手です。 日本語を学ぶことは難しいかもしれませんが 努力は必ず報われます あきらめずに頑張ってください。

[@l.y.9345]

Yes, 1 year wasnt enough. You still need to see other parts of Japan. Keep going!

[@AthanWright]

haha you right