"I Kinda Downplayed The Initial Culture Shock ..." (Black in Japan) | MFiles

[@TheBlackExJp]

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[@davidmodeste9309]

Really appreciated all the insights from this brother. The whole experience of self understanding and realizing that you can move forward and be successful. Very motivating!!!

[@chandlerkarter8841]

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[@kaydenrylan9558]

@Chandler Karter instablaster :)

[@chandlerkarter8841]

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[@chandlerkarter8841]

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[@XSpImmaLion]

Brenden's explanation about safety is on point... just saying that Japan is safe is kinda cliché and sometimes not really understood when you are trying to explain it to others. I'm from Brazil, but this thing about not having to be constantly on guard, on high alert, taking constant care of surroundings, being aware of what you are carrying around, what you pull from your pocket, where you can and cannot go, constantly looking at people with some level of suspicion and accessment, having to lug around your stuff everywhere because if you leave unattended it will get stolen, avoid doing this or that, going to this or that place.... all this stuff, it's extremely exhausting, constraining, and just depressing. But you don't really get this until you are in an environment where you can let go. It takes a while to leave that baggage back specially from a tourist perspective. Brenden got robbed in Chile, Brazil is even worse. People here are not even trying to fool tourists like that, they straight yank your stuff in the middle of the day in busy streets, if they don't outright threat you, beat you or kill you for no good reason. But in the middle of the trip to Japan when I went there with other 7 family members, we just started noticing. When we arrived, we saw all this crazy shit happening around us. A line of baggages kinda abandoned taking place of people inside the metro while they were going to the restroom, going to take something from the vending machine, or eating in one of the food stalls... just there, no one looking, no one afraid of those being stolen. Then, all the people sleeping during the metro/train rides. Heated seats, comfy as hell, of course everyone is gonna feel sleepy. But no way in hell people would do that on public transportation in Brazil. By the middle of the trip my entire group was doing the same. Even forgetting stuff inside the metro but not getting desperate because metro staff would surely find it and get back to us. I'd go walking around without fear of getting lost inside some dangerous neighborhood. It's kind of... true freedom I guess? In a way. I mean, sure, Japan has lots of tiny ettiquete and rules to follow, there are things to care about, and it's not a perfect society or anything like that. But public safety and security... it makes such a huge difference.

[@jordanvictoria5]

Dude thanks for sharing.

[@carolined3058]

seems to me a safe country

[@swagitarius9301]

I'm actually moving to Brazil, Belo Horizonte to be exact.

[@impec]

You Should write a blog !

[@raided2345]

Very sensible young man, his perspective about depression shows him as a very caring and selfless person

[@euphony93]

When he talked about his friend’s bag getting stolen in Chile, I could relate. Just a few days into my semester abroad and I got my wallet stolen. Had all my cards in it, but I somehow ended up getting it back weeks later because a woman found it thrown into her yard and went out of her way to get in contact with me. There are good people everywhere

[@johnnunez9231]

You speak big facts my guy. I hope you have a prosperous future!

[@tasseiviews2947]

I love how comptemplative and honest the people in these interviews are. Especially when it comes to discussing the negative things. I think that's where I'm learning the most here in terms of what could actually be helpful someday.

[@malcolmmagneto7736]

By far my favourite channel on KZbin.

[@daddams100]

Another hit! Where do you find these interesting people?! Dropping a verse at the end was unexpected and very good...please tell him I said so. Thanks again for another informative interview.🤗

[@SunkissFlower]

Captivating interview. This young man knows how to hold his audience's attention. Good stuff.

[@iknowshannon]

I thoroughly enjoyed the honest in depth interview.

[@daija001]

Fantastic interview. I've lived in Japan (primarily) for over 25 years. Originally from New York / London. And I can honestly say: "this brother is SPOT-ON." Thanks!

[@marvalouis6850]

Wow I am deeply moved by the surprise of the poem, it’s flow and authenticity made me listen and appreciate. Thank you.

[@MC-xv3eu]

I too am originally from Bridgeport, Connecticut( Now Washington, DC)! Great insight! Keep thriving bro!

[@drea.authentic]

Wow, watching from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - I think he went to my university in Connecticut. So random that I found this. But such a great interview!

[@xoxoIzzI23]

So great hearing his perspective living in Japan. I really enjoyed hearing his journey to writing and that verse at the end!

[@donkoh5738]

I very much like this man's overall vibe and am sure he will further develop his writing and poetry skills while in Japan. Best wishes for your future there, bro . Peace

[@JamConcerned]

Ranzo, it just surprises me every week that you are able to find, such diverse men and women with such difference stories and experiences of Japan. No one so far has acknowledged, and articulate, the depression of being isolated from your own culture. So glad to see he went from a survival mode to thriving mode. Now he has a lot of energy to dream and grow in the direction he wants to. Maybe he can publish a book on how he moved from depression in Japanese to help inspire others. Japan is a one size fits all type of culture. I believe in public most people go along with it but those who are different it has to to be expressed some way. I cannot imagine the stress.

[@masayoshihoshikawa4111]

Thanks for sharring Gunma and Onsen!!

[@littletrainer475]

What you saying is very important,whethere you are in Japan or being states, i have the experience like u. Meditation mind and be mindfulness is so significant , the most peopld do autopilot thinking and movement cuz they dont want to feel fear, glad u went thru that, so you grow and know ur inner awarness. You are very intelligent .

[@herbsnspices]

Looking forward to visiting Japan next year with my husband, daughter and niece. My husband is half Japanese and has family in Japan (Kobe) and I have a friend there I haven't seen in a very long time, but have stayed in touch. I have had a lot of Japanese experience here in the US 🤣 I am Afro-Russian married to an American half White/Japanese living in the US. My mother in law is Japanese and very traditional and 100% awesome and has helped me a lot during hard times and still does now and is so close to her granddaughter (my daughter). I love seeing and listening to all these interesting people getting out of their comfort zone and talking about it ❤️💛 thank you!

[@Mugen_Gem]

Cool interview. Good that he adapted to his surroundings.

[@Mr.Tong22]

Had to watch this interview because the last one was so good.

[@LeslieSpeights]

This interview rocks. Brenden is so dope! He seems like a cool guy to kick it with over drinks & good conversation. His acumen and self-awareness will guide him guide well. I hope to see a follow up with him down the road.

[@alisakairn]

I love this channel so much!!!

[@TheBlackExJp]

🙏🏿

[@thankubelle]

prob my fav so far! he was really articulate and gave good details!

[@DanielleAbigail]

This was really good Ranzo! Dweet!

[@rochellemckinney3220]

That was awesome young man 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@chelsfromyoutube]

Thanks for another candid interview, BEJ! I could relate to why Brenden was interested in Japan, sort of wanting to explore his roots. One of my grandmothers was also born and raised in Japan, she immigrated to the US with my grandfather and they had 12 children together! Haha. My interest in Japanese language and culture was born out of interest in knowing more about the building blocks of my family, and me. It's refreshing to hear when people are interested in Japan for more than just...anime and other stereotypical things. About safety in Japan--I can't wait to be able to let my guard down in THIS sense. I've been living in Nicaragua and my head is always "on a swivel" as Brenden said. Lol. You get used to it, but when you go to a place where you feel you don't have to be so cautious, you feel an enormous weight lifted off of you. I also really appreciate when BEJ interviewees touch on mental health, this is SO crucial. There's so much taboo surrounding mental health in the US and way more so in Japan. Brenden mentioned his time suffering with a bit of depression, and also mentions mental health in Japan. Japan has one of the highest rates of teen suicide in the world because young ppl feel the pressure to be "successful" is too much to bear. One of the things I hope for Japan in the future is that the society acknowledges mental health issues in a healthier, more productive way instead of viewing it as a taboo, and provides more care and services for citizens who need it.

[@obito440]

I am assuming things here, but i am from south america (Venezuela) and when you said that you had experienced racism in this side of the continent i was a little confused but then you said later on that you where staying in chile and i was like "yep now it makes more sense".

[@SumDumGai5]

I respect people who can move to homogeneous foreign countries where the language is completely different but I could never do it.

[@tahchavision]

Dope interview. Extremely Glad he was able to get out of Bridgeport.

[@dujon]

That was the realest interview in a while.

[@RoyMane]

Best Channel ever💙💙💙

[@rickytoddbotelho9555]

Great. I wish I could talk to this dude. One on one. Lots to learn from him.

[@chloed.7929]

Love your testimony, really interesting Japan looks like an another world ! Personally I’m a 20 years old black girl, I’m born and I leaved in France all my life. I already travel a lot but not really outside of Europe and I would love to visit Asia, but I’m a little bit scared because of language barrier. I understand and speak English well but I’m not 100% fluent and most of the time black people who leave in Asia are American, and I do not speak Japanese, madarin whatever so It could be a struggle for me. Anyway good luck to this guy, it takes courage to leave home, I hope that he will find what he is looking for ! God bless him

[@Balanc3]

The language barrier will effect you if you come to Japan. But if you work hard & put in effort you don't have to let it stop you. It is possible to live in Japan & find your way. You should definitely visit & not let Fear stop you.

[@ChariotManGaming85]

Great interview. I love this!

[@rossi7056]

I haven't seen any comments about how attractive he is, physically and mentally.... 10 out of 10 ☺😘

[@thejamaican67]

Really into interesting and insightful I do wonder when you were talking about relationships how are your grandmother and grandfather managed to make it work. In comparison to people now is it generational shift?

[@jlewis122]

So proud to see a brother out in Japan Reppin for Bridgeport Connecticut!!! Makes me want to explore more. But I would definitely want to see Places like Kyoto and Hiroshima. BTW spoken word and was 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥👍🏽👍🏽

[@grmmth3]

I'm from New Haven, and he inspires me to get out this country.

[@5260lalaw]

Great interview. I wonder, does it matter if you take the tefl online vs. in class?

[@TheBlackExJp]

Don’t quote me, but I don’t think it should matter. You can always do some research to verify.

[@aishamuhammad5745]

Very good interview! Did your mom ever get a chance to visit?

[@Balanc3]

She did actually. She made her dream come true last month in April coming out here with my father & my younger brother. 😊

[@aishamuhammad5745]

@@Balanc3 oh wow! Thats AWESOME! 😊

[@Khadeezy]

that rhyme at the end!!!! drop his twitter

[@TheBlackExJp]

Check the description for his Instagram.

[@timeless9781]

I like it that he is a well-disciplined Black man around females. He knows how to control himself. But, I think you should continue to explain to the students that you can talk to them at work. Otherwise bow hi and bye. That’s it! Be safe!

[@artheaux666]

"I'm a teacher" Of course you are, didn't even need to ask lol

[@richardhars]

"drop my guard" "head on a swivel" meaningful global experiences

[@justinjeffries9248]

"I feel like I have a cheatcode" lmao

[@caroldurand6803]

"Keep your head on a swivel" lol

[@KiloBee777]

Dope poem!

[@monacoofthebluepacific2571]

Interesting how romance and friendships are put on the back burner in Japan. Maybe it's because millenial Japanese women don't desire marriage and are gracefully avoiding potential serious relationships😁

[@sunnygirly2k4]

They're endogamous, though so even those who want to marry would prefer their own (which is perfectly understandable).

[@ebie594]

this man is beautiful

[@basutripathy]

Good 👍

[@AkiraYngojoMcKnight]

このインタビューはとても素晴らしかった。Melanated Filesの人々に会い、彼らの経験から学ぶことを望みます。私はまだ日本語を勉強しています、私は流暢ではありませんが、私は最終的に最大の流暢さを達成したいと思います。 一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう！神のご加護をお願いします。 多分あなたは私に韻をやる方法を私に教えることができます。

[@Balanc3]

私はあなたが流暢になることを願っています。あなたのベストを尽くす。私はあなたが韻を踏むのを助けることもできます。But only in Enlish. lolz

[@midodzitay2446]

👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@richardhars]

"shock value" "clickbait" "show love"

[@XSpImmaLion]

Oh, speaking of Gunma, there's this funny short anime called Omae wa Mada Gunma o Shiranai.... funny as heck. But I guess it was made more for japanese people. It exaggerates a bit the cultural discrepancies between Tokyo and Gunma. xD

[@onejourney]

🎬 1 📽 🎞 🗣 🎙 🗺 🌎🌍🌏 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Review❗️ Outstanding, thank you so much for sharing. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Love watching🤔🧐 👁👁 👍🏿 👩🏾‍💻 Good documentary,✅✅✅✅✅ One Journey 🗺 Let's Make It Count❗️ Bridgeport Connecticut in the house welcome.

[@I_am_not_a_dentist]

Poor guy. He got robbed by an old lady. Nobody wouldve seen that coming. lol

[@PLAYSTATIONGUYGaming]

He sound like he from New York

[@MC-xv3eu]

megahamza8 Bridgeport, CT is less than 35 miles from NYC. Kinda like an extended suburb of the city.

[@Balanc3]

@@MC-xv3eu this is kinda true in so many ways.

[@jpat989]

He sounds like a Mexican to me.

[@RoyMane]

j Pat that’s what I was thinking

[@FrancisMburukamunyu]

Deep

[@marioantoniolawrencesr.8371]

Consideration for the planet and creation makes sense...

[@staringanime]

💜💙

[@ManFinest]

石垣に行かなきゃ。

[@t2sballsackinrockstarsass231]

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