I’m 50-year-old Japanese man struggling with meaningless life. Happy when playing Street Fighter 2.

I’m 50-year-old Japanese man struggling with meaningless life. Happy when playing Street Fighter 2.
My new KZbin channel of learn Japanese:
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[@joes4987]

38 year old man in the states, watching police chase videos tonight on the 4th of july home alone. Ill be playing the switch in a little bit, you have a beautiful family, a home, and a job, to me, your the richest guy i know. Stay strong, we are with you in spirit.

[@askjapan9669]

Thanks

[@dmtmediabrothers]

Im 39 doing the same. Stay up bros

[@Trigger200284]

Just spent Canada Day doing nothing…. As we get older the world isolates us more when our close friends and family go off and start their own families and neglect friendships from lack of time.

[@calstonjew]

I watch snuff videos made by Mexican cartels.

[@anonsidious358]

King shit right here.

[@darryltom1]

Most of his stress is financial related because the Yen is at about a 40 year economic low. Not matter how hard he works, it’s difficult to get to financial freedom. It seems like an endless road without much support. He really built a worldwide community in the comments. He seems to have a really good grasp of what is going on and continues to struggle. Don’t give up. Wish you the best. Gambatte.

[@mfg1035]

Most people on this earth don’t have “financial freedom”. It may be an American concept. In Europe we are poor, pretending not to be.

[@silverfullbuster9177]

​@mfg1035 man everyone is poor everywhere you go despite their being an abundance of everything. There's certainly alot of evil going on behind the scenes. Don't buy into the scarcity tactics they try to justify for our suffering.

[@user-ej1dh3hb6l]

The power of international money, , international big capital... That's the price Japanese had to pay when they lost to America. When people are starting to accumulate wealth, they raise the interest rates. It's a world wide pyramid scheme and a modern system for slavery.

[@r_ex_7]

@@mfg1035 he has to continue working till he is almost 80 just to pay off his mortgage.

[@jacqueslee2592]

He is recording his decline towards madness.

[@Blade_Music2049]

You look remarkably young for someone who is 50. You're aging quite gracefully. That's an achievement in and of itself!

[@JWSU]

Japan has quality food unlike the US

[@Loots1]

asian dont raisin

[@JWSU]

@@Loots1 lies lol

[@nasty_barber88]

@@JWSU hating , I take it you aged fast

[@DxModel219]

@@JWSUlol asians raisins only in the USA by the horrible foods here

[@KenjiRyuma90]

I’m a 30-year-old Japanese man struggling with CAPCOM not making Darkstalkers 4.

[@PaulNasty6439]

Yeah??? I'm a 41 year old American asshole....struggling with XBOX users getting fucked over on that new Marvel vs Capcom collection that was just recently announced.....

[@Tschoii90]

I’m a 30-year-old German man struggling with the new Elden Ring DLC.

[@Fuhrer_Plumpus]

I'm a 17 year old American struggling with War thunder console sales.

[@MrDreamer60]

Or power stone 3

[@tiergeist2639]

​@@Tschoii90 ist doch easy😉

[@xuchilbara21392]

I love how all the men from all the nations came together, to tell a brother that his life is NOT meaningless. One thing, that unites all the men in the world, no matter the background. Being a man is enough to understand

[@todorkolev7565]

I don't get it: Some dude talking 8 minutes about how "Yen is cheap" and then playing some janky game on a 6" CRT... How is this interesting to anyone?

[@0boro]

​@@todorkolev7565 perhaps when you're older you'll learn to appreciate the simpler things in life. Unfortunately for you, the games you once enjoyed as a child will likely be taken offline because everything is "always online" now. Make sure to enjoy every second because I'm not sure if you'll ever be able to experience it properly again.

[@CyranoForever101]

yes, because only men can experience meaninglessness. Women definitely can't possibly feel like life is meaningless, just men.

[@pedroeski]

@@todorkolev7565a man would get it.

[@cleangoblin2021]

@@todorkolev7565 pity party. And the uploader knows that japanese niche. This guy seems to be living a full life. WIfe and kids. Not saying hes not feeling depression but im betting my sweet bippy that this guy is just farming likes at this point. On the other hand. I think many brothers could relate to the feeling of being lonely. After all, only we brothers can have our backs together in this struggle. But this bitch ass japanese still farming views using this dirty cheat

[@KareemHarper]

I was born in 1978, and I still game today. Fond memories of playing SF2 in arcades, and eventually on SNES. I still game today. You're life is not meaningless! You just earned a new subscriber.

[@TARDIB]

Same year as you...dumbfounded at how screwy Northern American thinking is. If I like it than to hell with anyones opinion...aint nothing wrong with video games.

[@SchubertDipDab]

Hah - it could have been me posting exactly what you said. Fist bump bro, what a great era to grow up in!

[@guyfromthe80s92]

Playing Street Fighter II is not meaningless. It’s a great hobby. Kind regards a 45 year old man in Norway. Edit: to all the Tony Robbin wannabees commenting, go be annoying on someone else’s time. I’m not buying any pencils from your cup.

[@askjapan9669]

Thanks

[@beforetheapocalypsetv2580]

​@@askjapan9669you dont know what your purpose is...💯

[@hijackbyejack1729]

Hallo, førtifem år gammel mann fra Norge!

[@Cristaticus]

@@hijackbyejack1729 Hei youtube bruker fra Norge!

[@imanmasley]

and you?​@@beforetheapocalypsetv2580

[@jonbourgoin182]

People outside of Japan like myself view mental health and depression very differently. Stop judging this man.

[@kenm2709]

Nah, he has everything I’ve ever asked for or wanted, he’s ungrateful, end of story

[@eloydthegawd5548]

@@kenm2709You have no idea what this man is going through. Regardless of what he uploads, we don’t know what’s going on in his mind. Depression, loneliness, the feeling of meaninglessness can manifest regardless of life situation.

[@BinarPilot.]

@@kenm2709 Seems like you have never had depression. Don't talk out of ignorance. You can have everything in the world and still you can't change what your mind feels about yourself or the things/people around you. It's not about being ungrateful, it's something deeper that I hope you never have to understand. Edit: I'd love to give a better explanation, but I don't feel like writing an essay for this.

[@RequestAssassin]

​@@BinarPilot. No you nailed it.

[@Fetchdafish]

@@BinarPilot. It doesn't even have to be depression. You can have very good circumstances in your life and simply be unhappy. If you can't find friends or a career you actually enjoy or time to spend in nature it can be very hard to be happy.

[@lincruste]

45 years old from France, still playing Street Fighter 2 on my Super Nintendo on a CRT TV. Let's keep on playing like it's 1992 !

[@ShinobiZXx]

Trop vrai!!!

[@katseazzz]

that's great man

[@robertbidochon7949]

salutations

[@lincruste]

@@robertbidochon7949 de même

[@kiriyama83]

Lo mismo desde España.

[@tommeesheppard7827]

You are important and have meaning my friend.

[@KarcamoGaming]

you are not meaningless my friend. Im 42, i still play videogames, i buy action figures, i watch anime. And i enjoy those hobbies. God Loves you man. And remember you have friends and fellow men in the internet that relate to you. You are our brother.

[@mikosaft1]

wow i thought i was alone, i live in Indonesia and 43 yo, a wife n 2 kids, love to collect Mcfarlane military figures, robocop, batman, Joy Toy, and military miniature, i thought i was living in childish disorder or something like that, until i saw this video n find your comment, you don't know how glad i am, i'm not disorder person i guess

[@applejacks8160]

Hello from NH, USA. You’re an honest cool dude from what I can see. Always remember, “Right now is not forever.”

[@Theeconomist3848]

Hey NH, I'm also NH. Small internet.

[@calstonjew]

*shameless and lack of self awareness

[@jimbig3997]

Right. Video games is some kind of mental break. Nevertheless God does not want us to spend our whole life like this. Thinking about meaning is significant.

[@BrandonItsTrue]

I find this man so relaxing to listen to, literally could be a part time ASMR artist without purposely trying to trigger it.

[@michaelrussell2181]

I've just turned 54, been alone for over 11 years, Therefore I no longer get out at all and still rely on my Super Famicom to keep my mind from failing. Now submitted to your channel. Thank you.

[@robinpickett592]

Kind thoughts to you from Louisiana. We all have tough times in life, hang in there, you aren’t alone.

[@CraigAlsop-f4d]

I am an almost 50 year old man...I've played video games since around 5 years old. This passtime has been a sanctuary from the difficulties of much of my life. Meaningless or not, your life, to me, seems inspired by courage and bravery. Just to stand up publicly and show us your honesty and humility has inspired me too. I believe there's meaning in that...thank you.

[@CraigAlsop-f4d]

Just to add I'd be happy if you posted more videos of you playing sf2... it's remarkably relaxing in the early hours 😊

[@jimbig3997]

I'm 50 as well, and excited to click on the video as soon as I saw it! A bit disappointed the meaning of life wasn't revealed at the end.

[@Easmodx]

You have 2 kids. Your life isn't meaningless. And fighting games are always a blessing for the soul. Greetings from a 36yo Spanish guy.

[@cliffchampion5501]

You need to understand that everyone that had kids also lives for themselves and can thus still be unhappy with where they are at.

[@biggtastee2401]

Kids don't give life meaning to everyone. You're close minded to think so.

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

@@biggtastee2401 incel

[@loooopeytunes]

@@biggtastee2401 even though i'm okay to be childless, having a kid is part of human species survival. It's engraved in our instinct as a living being. It gives human meaning, hope, and love. Some people are in a condition where they can't have a kid, and that's okay. But having a kid is still essential to humanity.

[@JSB-2Z-2K]

So someone without kid is meaningless?

[@wickedwanderess]

I’m a 22-year-old North Carolinian who stumbled across your channel just now by sheer luck. I have no idea what exactly I’m getting into, but this channel looks so wholesome and like it’s exactly the kind of chill environment we need in the world right now. It feels like I’m hanging out with an old friend, decompressing, catching up and playing a retro game, and frankly, those are some of the best moments in life. I can tell from these comments that a lot of people really appreciate and enjoy your content. So thank you so much for sharing these quiet, late night moments with all of us, and thank you for reminding me that we’re all just trying to live life right now in these crazy, uncertain times. Genuinely, thank you-arigato. I can’t wait to watch more of your videos-and I will definitely be checking out your new channel because I am very interested in learning Japanese. ❤️ I hope your days get better and brighter, and please remember: even when the moon is new and dark, invisible to the eye, it is still there, and given time, it will be full again, bright and luminescent. And even on those blackest of nights, when the moon is invisible and all is deathly quiet and still, the stars burn on with life, a light in what seems like endless darkness. They may be distant, but they are there. From what I can tell, you are like those stars to your viewers-a shining light in a dark time that reminds us that the darkness, the unnatural quiet and stillness-they don’t last forever. I may be halfway across the world from you, and I may have only just found your channel, but you are now one of my favorite stars. And please know that your life has meaning and you are not alone. 🌟

[@jarvissatterfield3119]

People from NC are the stupidest I have ever interacted with

[@Ferniebanger]

Beautifully put.

[@olegb139]

Thank you for posting this video! I grew up in Kazakhstan and had a Dendy (NES knockoff) and used to play games. It's so cool that you have an original NES and that TV! I also struggle with the meaninglessness of life. I hope we both find a path forward that's more fulfilling and happy. Stay strong!

[@flipphone9748]

Your life isn’t meaningless. Take one day at a time, my friend. Nothing wrong with a little video game fun. I’m 51 and will keep on gaming until forever. Take care.

[@dman757575]

I’m 48 yrs old and I’ve lost most of my family and friends . I even lost my job and house after a heart attack during covid … my only thing left was my dog Of 7 1/2 yrs and he recently passed with bone cancer . I spent half my pay on my rent in the ghetto … I haven’t played streetfighter in months .. now just trying to escape the loneliness and depression and recover from a close suicide by cop incident . Got baptized recently and this spiritual journey is my last chance of hope ……be grateful and humble for the family and things you have . Tomorrow is not promised . God bless you 🙏

[@Rscottphillips]

I feel for you dman. I will pray for you tonight. I turn 50 next month. No GF, wife or kids. No dog (who would take care of it when I’m at work). All I do is work. Very few friends. I have terrible social anxiety. About 98% sure the jab screwed me over health-wise. I’m born again Christian recently and nothing has ever helped me more. Give everything you got to God and pray constantly. Thank him for every little thing. Literally everything I’ve prayed for recently has come true. Just give it all to God man. Wishing you the best, you got this.

[@jonc8561]

Did you family die? If so I'm sorry for your loss

[@Bhgvtishreelalita]

God bless u

[@ashtraydekay6624]

hugs man..... stay strong

[@c4my819]

You Got Baptized! Im happy for you. The lord is the Way the Truth and the Light. Pray every night and dont miss sunday mass. You will find true meaning and happiness fast.

[@zera2314]

I just found your channel today, and I just wanted to say that I am a 31 year old Canadian guy (extremely mixed ethnicity, lol) who _sometimes_ struggles with feelings of a purposeless life, too, and I think your life does have meaning. I mean, look at the content your putting out. You are bringing attention to important issues and mental health issues that many people might also be experiencing, while showing that you can do things to keep yourself entertained and raise your own spirits. It's almost the equivalent of a workout video showing people how to do chin-ups, but your version is helping people do a chin-up for their emotional well-being. Sharing your thoughts and feelings regarding loneliness makes others feel that they are not alone. Keep up the good work, Askjapan!

[@actualfacts8106]

New subscriber here 41 year old hispanic man, I found your video very meaningful and look forward to learn Japanese on your other channel. I love Street Fighter series, been playing it since 1990. I definitely can relate to your struggle. I hope things get better in your country. I was in Okinawa before and loved it, i was prior Marine servicemen. I love your culture and respect it highly.

[@monkibro]

This channel, and community are such a vibe. I love it here!

[@spacemonkey9000]

Thousands of people listen to you each time you upload a video! Not meaningless. You have reached more ears than most people. People clearly find comfort in you. Pretty cool achievement if you ask me, FRIEND. - josh

[@jonathansifleet83]

Hey dude, I'm 41 years old in the UK playing Street Fighter 2 on SNES nearly everyday and still my favourite game of all time so good too see you and others still playing Super Street Fighter 2 great to play when the kids and wife have gone to bed! All the best to you and P.S your english is great!

[@parkfun101]

I've had arguments with people saying video games were a waste of time. Instantly I countered that, by their logic, movies and Tv shows would be even more of a waste of time being that you have NO control of the outcome. Video games are actually used to help keep people's mind sharp since they require hand eye control, memorization and problem solving.

[@TheSamp00]

If you truly value any of those things (tv shows, movies or games) you should re evaluate your life. Those are meant to be entertainment, nothing more. Real value and happines in life does not come through any screen.

[@stark5679]

Videogame promote fast reflexes, memory and thinking. Only negative is most peoples rage fits if they lose or get frustrated on a game. Solo gaming is more relaxing and less stress than online playing 😅

[@Precisionetica]

Their slaves to an algorithm, and their culture is fake and artificial.

[@zach4968]

​@@TheSamp00people said the same thing about books

[@kcsnipes]

nothing is a waste of time imo

[@RodrigoMartins-nj8rk]

My hero, thanks for your upload. I'll sleep better tonight. So much love from Brazil.

[@shapelessX]

Hey man Im 34 in Canada and feel like my life is meaningless due to my horrible, low paying job I am forced to work 6 days a week. i find meaning in creation. Writing music for example is huge for me. Working towards art projects that you will one day release can give you meaning. You may not even know that you have these abilities till you throw yourself into it. You just need to find "your thing" BTW I love gaming too. Never stop doing that. You look great for your age and this youtube channel is one thing you can now focus on as a new hobby. You have gained a lot from these videos in terms of subscribers and can absolutely use this platform now. Dont underestimate how hard it is to even get 10000 subscribers. I've been trying for many years and put a lot of effort into my videos and have absolutely no following. Stay positive. Cheers from Canada and I love Japan.

[@nico_river]

i’m 30 year old italian boy, hi 50 year old japanese man i love you 🤌🏼🤌🏼 I’m watching your video before going to bed (here it’s midnight)

[@LeSpaghet]

I’m exactly one hour behind you, my friend. 28 year old in Scotland.

[@nico_river]

@@LeSpaghetHi! nice name LeSpaghetti

[@jacqueslee2592]

Are you g ay?

[@crazydrummer181]

Hello 30 year old Italian boy. 32 year old American here. I hope to visit your beautiful country someday. Scotland as well.

[@nico_river]

@@crazydrummer181 Yo man, i hope to visit USA too someday. 🗽

[@aika1665]

Your neighbor in Malaysia here. Your struggle is what I struggle with as well. At the end of the day, we need any simple hobby that will keep our sanity and forget for a while the challenges we face everyday. Especially hobbies that remind us of our carefree childhood. So, please feel better knowing that you are not alone - we are all listening to you.

[@garrancefosgobbit]

I'm a 46yo dad of three and I really feel like you do a lot lately. Watching your videos makes me feel better because even though the outside news is bad, you still figure out a way to get some light in there. I loved Street Fighter in SNES and Guile was my favorite character, Chun-Li was a close second. Thank you for your videos, be well brother!

[@ryuhaneda]

Strong Ryu skills, sir. Your community is here and we support you. God bless you. God bless Japan.

[@Electricslam77]

46 year old here… Still playing games. It’s my escape from the insanity of today’s world. I work hard as an electrician to support my family… Still struggle to make ends meet. Enjoy every chance you get to enjoy what you love… From the U.S. 🇺🇸 Best wishes!

[@GiosueMannino]

40 year old electrician here, sometimes I lay out of work to play video games

[@Electricslam77]

@@GiosueMannino 😆👍🏻

[@themcguy1]

I love watching your videos, as do a lot of other people. To me, that means something and I already know this channel will be in the back of my memory for the rest of my life.

[@jayp9059]

social media is destroying COMMUNITY - the kind we're wired to need in our lives. PERSONAL not online. there is a huge difference in so many ways. and that needs to come back

[@BeneathFullMoon]

Life has the meaning we give it! You seem like a calm and kindhearted person, the world needs more people like you. You're doing good by just existing and sharing good energy.

[@navisanecrab9267]

I will watch your other channel, and this channel. Keep fighting aniki!

[@csharp57]

I’m 49 about to turn 50, my life is stuck and directionless, estranged from my wife and kids, but I’m happy as heck. Sure I have bills and zero saving, but as I type this everything is calm and so peaceful. There are two sides to every coin and the positives out weigh the bad. I’m looking forward to whatever life has in store for me. I know it’s probably going to get rougher, but it’s never always bad. Be well

[@woozie___]

That's what's up, there is always peace in the present, that's where God is, always. The devil has us thinking about the past of future, and guess what, they are only illusions

[@Vandius24]

Life isn't meaningless but I can understand the thought. Have you ever considered going camping? I go camping every year and it really helps reset my mental state. Just disconnecting from it all can help a lot.

[@francesco5581]

what you mean is "adding different flavors to life". Nature helps a lot, getting interested in science or philosophy (or spirituality), learning an instrument, take long walks and see the society/nature around you... Depression is your body asking for a change (of perspective, of activities...)

[@AliciaMercado-ce6pj]

What else besides camping? Going to a public library....

[@Vandius24]

​@@francesco5581 I agree but those don't disconnect you from the world. You still have your cellphone, twitter and all those terrible places that can cause stress. Really disconnecting from everything and everyone gives you time to actually think. There's too much noise in cities and too many people. You can never be alone in a city in but when I go camping I feel truly alone. That gives me mental space and enables me to reflect deeply on my life.

[@francesco5581]

@@Vandius24 i think is more important to grow and learn to handle these tools (cellphones, Fb, whatever) in a more wiser and limited way... And that helps more in the long run... a few days of abstinence helps you, but a new awareness helps you much more

[@Bingo2501]

Yea, this can rly help. It's important to relax intensly, activating the parasympathicus, by whatever means. I was so stresses out for some time, that I also felt life is meaningless and had rly dark thoughts. Then I found a way to really cool down spending my time more relaxed and life became enjoyable again.

[@Dennsemann1]

i am a 40 years old german, stuggeling with trauma and the need to guide humanity with philosophy, battleing the growing tendenzy to disregard everything history has taught us. btw years ago ive learned that japan finally got a grasp of how important mental health is... so maybe at this point japan is ready to treat an illness even the ancient greeks took serious. when i remember the case of losing vision through psycholoical and not physical damage correctly. the tendency to lose yourself in videogames is a similar behavor of a drug addict. you dont have to be ashamed of it, its just how the human tryes to survive serious psychological damage. its the responsebility of every society to help those, they´ve left behind. even animals got that kind of social skill, from the top of my head, this is true for bat collonies.

[@StraytheSkies]

I'm 29 and constantly struggle with depression and feeling hopeless. Too scared to take the plunge and do what I want. Keep going man.

[@rnapol3266]

Just make the decision to go after your goals. Just do it. Stop procrastinating. Just stop it, and make the decision to live well

[@bsherman8236]

Join communities, learn skills, fight evil

[@BulletProofTrump]

Keep your head up bulbusaur

[@cd4playa1245]

It’s not abnormal to be depressed if you have something to be depressed about, and I don’t care what most people say, it seems the most difficult time in a man’s life is his 20s, but for most, including me, it does seem to get better from there. Weirdly women seem more attracted to men in their 30s.

[@djenkins7396]

I saw your wonderful family in one of your other videos. You are a lucky man!

[@neesense258]

Great video, I like the way you communicate, subject matter, your grammar is excellent and the street fighter is really good. I like your setup and straight forward attitude. Thanks for the insight into another way of life in Japan.

[@sasalemo]

I'm 48 year old Pacific Islander living in Australia. This era is Street fighter is where I find solace and peace. My way to escape life. It's hard to explain to those that aren't experiencing depression

[@ryuhaneda]

I remember the old days of playing Street Fighter on arcade machines. The unwritten rule was: the next player put his quarters on the screen and waited.

[@NickWi-b7x]

Sol? haven't heard from you in yonks bro. Hope you good man

[@sasalemo]

@@NickWi-b7x bro I'm good. Sorry, who is this?

[@S1576]

Hello fellow older Australian game player!

[@sasalemo]

@@S1576 see you on fightcade

[@ZonnexNecton]

Doesn’t matter what year, Street Fighter 2 and other classics are timeless. I’m 41 years old, and seeing this brought a smile to me. The CRT TV is the best way to play Super Street Fighter 2. Or any Super Famicom/SNES around. Keep on gaming.

[@NewbBeginnings]

I’m 40 and I stopped going out almost 10 years ago. I play online games with a guy across the country. It’s cheap, safe, and I have no regrets. My kids are basically grown (we had them early) and still married. (19 years). Not meaningless, do what you enjoy almost halfway through your life. Everyone is struggling. Your English pronunciation is very good by the way.

[@andycopeland7051]

I like it that youre another one of us who mashes buttons to skip the parts in between

[@Niam_Human]

that so eloquent.

[@Kelvinrps]

You look better and healthier than most 30-years-old people I know

[@niceguy6152]

You look great for 50 brother. I’m a big fan of Street fighter too but no longer play it, I listen to the theme music every so often on here. I don’t feel life is meaningless as I have loved ones around me but it’s boring. Each day just blending on to the next. Just feel like nothing major is going to happen to me ever again. Best days long gone.

[@chasedownblocks1736]

I love Street Fighter 2. I introduced it to my 7 year old son recently and he loves it too.

[@SIRKISSHY]

おはよう ✨ Haven't watched the video fully yet, but I hope you take good care of yourself. Your life has a lot of value, and I'm glad you're able to express yourself. 💕

[@mariocondello2353]

I'm 69 year old Japanese man will be very exciting time.

[@Mike-Eye]

69420

[@ruffierniert]

nice

[@retrogamer64007]

Fantastic

[@MrEScience]

Nice.

[@retroconsole_]

You're living in a video gaming country, where old console games are so so cheap, but they're so expensive in the US or in Europe :(

[@solracrod]

Your life has plenty of meaning, you are meant to spread happiness to your family and across the world via KZbin!

[@josepartida95]

I am a 45 year old gamer with depression as many in the comments. You are not alone and with God you will never be alone. Play until your hands fall off and take it life one day at a time. Just know you are not alone. Money is just a peice of paper that people put value in. The love of God is free and no one can take that away from you. Keep shuriyukening life. Don't give up ever. Their is always someone going through something worse. Pray for them and we will pray for you. God bless you.

[@gunsharck]

Mate I’m a gamer too but your statement is just proper copium. Where’s the help???

[@TheSamp00]

With god you will never be alone? That is just complete nonsense. Even in prison worst place to be in is solitary. People are not meant to be alone and "being with god" is just words. Every human needs real love, real talk with real people and real touch from others not just imaginary things from god. You will slowly but surely lose your mind without other people

[@BlueberryLoveMuffinn]

That’s the worst advice you could ever give, my friend. God helps those who help themselves. God is not going to make him feel loved if he’s just staying at home alone every single night and not going out and meeting anyone. He should not be playing video games till his hands fall off, but should be leaving the house and talking to people until his tongue falls off. That’s the only way he’s going to not feel lonely.

[@kevins555]

Jesus take the hadouken

[@korkee1111]

Same life, different side of the world. I'm American and about to turn 43 and every day is a struggle.

[@c4my819]

The meaning of life is following Christ teachings. You wont find other meaning or true hapiness anywhere else. Im glad I realized it 5 years ago at 35. Now at 40 everything is way better in my life.

[@blickman5090]

The meaning of life... thats not for mortals to understand. We carve. We mold. We create

[@Chef_Alpo]

​@blickman5090 that's not going to be enough for your mind one day. Carving, shaping and molding are the carrot on a stick for the young, and sooner or later one realizes they'll never catch the carrot, or they'll have caught it and not realized it or realized it's not enough, and then they will crave deeper meaning.

[@Bingo2501]

​@@c4my819 If it helped you great. But advertising it as the only solution is religious bigotry.

[@Matty-s7s]

​@@Chef_AlpoI definitely see your point. So true

[@Moonwaterz-nh9sf]

My life changed for the better once I stopped consuming mainstream media propaganda. Start with cutting out "the news" everywhere.

[@looweegee252]

You don't need mainstream media to know that a $4 shirt is cheap Japan is hurting

[@scottiebones]

I admire your open-ness and honesty about how you're feeling, and it gets hard being a man in this day in age, but let me remind you that ALL life has meaning and purpose, including yours! Video games and networking with like minded will help, we are all here for eachother

[@Power_Cosmic27]

Hajimemashite AskJapan-san. As an Indian man from America, I really love a lot of things about Japanese culture and people and have visited and really enjoyed Japan. Your life is not meaningless as you have a family and you love Street Fighter, you have started a new channel to teach Japanese which I will also follow. Japan is one of the greatest countries in the world truly and so many people want to be apart of Japan. Gambatte!

[@hida_berserker]

Don't give up bro. you inspire a lot of us here. Let's all see each other succeed, 10 years from now!

[@askjapan9669]

Thanks ありがっちょ

[@navi7374]

Many forms of play can help us figure out a way through situations because we are accessing our creative side which can unlock situations and help us find even more effective solutions. Being able to connect with something joyful from our past can be helpful and healthy. You are never too old to experience play. That is a priceless lesson to learn and share with family. All the best to you and your family .

[@tactik5903]

Dude you look 35 not 50

[@Cloud_Strife0811]

He's Japanese bro, they all look that way🤣

[@dinho_machado]

Dude, having kids is like playing the best RPG game ever. I love helping my daughter develop her strength, intelligence, and stamina. Yesterday, she brought me a wonderful gift: she drew a picture of me. These moments really make life worth living. I'm a 41-year-old man from brazil, and like many br people, my life can be a bit harsh, but I'm truly happy.

[@bubbawiggles]

I hope you find a way to create meaning for yourself. In this odd book called life, we must write our own definition for who we are. Choose wisely, cleverly and swiftly who you want to be. You have the entire rest of your life to be that person, every day. And since you don't have an expiration date, you might be around for another 1000 years!!!!

[@dr.awkward9075]

I'm a 50 year old American man struggling with a meaningless life. Woo hoo! Maybe we can get together & talk about the Famicom & 80's heavy metal music?

[@Mark.Sciguerra]

I’m a 44Y old man who plays Street Fighter II every day; and Street Fighter 6 as well. Be strong my brother. I love you as I love everyone. Stay happy doing whatever you want. ❤ Also…your English is superb!!!

[@saintbanana]

I understand how you feel. At times I feel like this. My life isnt meaningless, I just can't get rid of the feeling of not enjoying it. Hang in there friend. It does get better it seems like you're in a slump but only for now. It really will get better for you. Thank you for sharing with us ❤ 👍

[@Artkatie]

Your life isnt meaningless, if you weren't here your children wont have anyone to call their father or exist. Nobody's life is meaningless (Edit: I think I just started a war in the comments.)

[@josephyeo6966]

@@TheSixthSLoT Yes he is beginning to sound more like whinging rather than real need for sympathy.

[@Afura33]

@@TheSixthSLoT May I ask how old you are??

[@xvasacex]

@@TheSixthSLoTregardless of how it looks we dont know his true intentions but we do know one thing that these videos have helped people and never hurt them so i see no wrong being done

[@LeSpaghet]

@@TheSixthSLoTsay what you want, but I’m gonna keep watching these vids cuz I like em, bot because I think he needs sympathy. I like this guy. He’s chill unlike other people.

[@Afura33]

@@TheSixthSLoT yes so how old are you?

[@FaithlessDwarf]

Yo! You should be playing SF2 online! The fighting game community is pretty big nowadays, you should give that a go! Loads of people to hang out and play with. You'll never be alone, brother! Stay strong! We love you :)

[@exord667]

I feel the same. Do not let it get you. I also always play nostalgic games. I still like to escape into games like Street Fighter, Castlevania and Battle Olympus. The created 8 and 16 bit music is partly timeless and has a calming effect on me. Warm greetings from Germany.

[@SaucednFound7]

You’re life isn’t meaningless!! Please don’t think it is. Have a good night

[@TotterVideos]

I play pokemon for the exact same reason... to destress and forget about life for a while. I'm 36 and have created a nice little life for myself... but whenever I need an escape, turning on Pokemon and hunting for shinies and listening to music is the perfect combination to make me feel better. Hope you're doing well!

[@DamienYuen7718]

Raising a family is not meaningless. Hope you don't say that to your family.

[@irishlogic]

Does he really have kids?? Are you sure?? If so f*ck him. We cant have kids and hes here complaining

[@WilcoxNotreallythere]

Raising a family is the high water mark of my existence. It clears my anxiety and gives me higher purpose.

[@justins794]

don’t feel bad about the Japanese currency. It’s almost impossible to live in the USA right now. The US dollar is really worth nothing but just keeps getting inflated. A dollar is worthless now. You have to make 20 million yen a year to live comfortably where I live to afford a place and car and everything else. And that’s for 1-2 people I couldn’t imagine with kids.

[@rifqimujahid4907]

ye but why then ppl kept coming to usa

[@WilcoxNotreallythere]

​@@rifqimujahid4907they're being sent by eastern influences.

[@reboxtherapy]

my wish is to marry very attractive nihonjin

[@justins794]

@@rifqimujahid4907 because its good if your a foreigner. Foreigners get everything, grants, small business loans, housing and free education. Actual Americans born here don’t get nothing handed to them and unless you’re born rich or find a way to break the 9-5 cycle. And most of them come to US because the countries they are coming from are oppressive or underdeveloped and full of violence.

[@jasonworingen8431]

You’re English is excellent and very clear! You are also a very valuable person on this earth as any other is. Comparison is the thief of joy. America is not as pleasant as many foreigners may think. We have more stuff and slightly more money, but less appreciation for the little things in life. Japan itself has been very good to America. I thank you for the many awesome products and fun games & shows too! 😂. I wish you and your family all the best sir.

[@GearsToStreet]

I hear you, even though we grow up, somethings are nice to replay from the time when things were comforting, or reminds you of home and how everything was more simple, im glad you found your safe haven, no one truly knows the power of games when it gives memory to your childhood, same with music, keep going, I always wanted to learn Japanese and visit Japan.

[@Vhgcfbj]

Street Fighter 2 is a classic. Subbed to your Japanese Channel.

[@brainysmurf74]

The Men of Japan gave the world some of the greatest things ever created. Street Fighter, Transformers, Macross, Animae, etc… You are not living a meaningless life. You are a gem of this world and many people in the world embrace you for being part of such a noble people.

[@greenpieceofmind]

A loving God created everything in the universe with meaning and purpose. Even insects and every blade of grass. How much more do you think an all-powerful, omniscient God who calls you His father, has made you with purpose? He wants you to know Him, to know Jesus Christ who loves you so much that he bore your sins on the cross, so that you may be forgiven for all of yours, and thus have eternal life with Him in heaven. All you have to do is pray to God in Jesus' name. Just talk with Him and trust that Jesus is exactly who He claimed to be in the New Testament eyewitness accounts, that's all! He loves you more than any person is even capable of loving. And the true definition of love, is to lay one's life down for another, that they may live and prosper. I hope you call on Jesus' name, brother. Nothing is more life-changing than that!

[@flo70k]

I saw the tshirt at uniqlo shop (paris), I recently played again super SF II on genesis, I admit that is a legendary video game! keep it up man, that's interesting to have your point of view for a foreigner like me!

[@BmoreAkuma]

It probably explains the influx of KZbin videos now talking about how "cheap" buying houses are but seemingly fails to address this. However, I do agree with where you are coming from. I am 43, and my life has gone stagnant where (yes, it is my fault) of being complacent in my career. Gaming has been beneficial for what I have dealt with. I have been working for fifteen years in the same company without promotion. I am determined and ambitious and would like the best for the promotion I have applied for. Even applying in this current climate of seeking new work has been an additional annoyance. I am a mid-40 adult and the potential ageism despite years of experience. I was even talking with a therapist until it got too expensive.

[@lesteryupingkun4292]

Life is difficult my friend. But your family loves you, and your children love you. You are not alone in your struggles. Gambatte!

[@AppliedCryogenics]

I have similar concerns about my savings here in the US. Inflation is growing, home prices in my area have quadrupled since 1990. Grocery prices have at least doubled, and salaries are not keeping the pace. I'm worried for my child. Many cannot ever retire-- they work until they die of old age.

[@PauloHenrique-os4lp]

And here we are once again

[@bigcheezesupreme2377]

Ikr , it’s kinda getting repetitive, the same topic over and over.

[@PauloHenrique-os4lp]

@@bigcheezesupreme2377 i agree with you but i cant keep myself from cheking this channel.

[@bigcheezesupreme2377]

@@PauloHenrique-os4lp thing is, he can provide an insight into the daily life of the average (no disrespect) middle aged person , doing different kinds of things. The revenue even though it may not be big can contribute to that. He speaks English really well and seems to be aware of things happening outside of Japan. There is definite scope for improvement of his situation, but it all depends on how much he wants it. One thing he can do is show people what he’s learning about AI and how is can be used to help him at work. Difficult - kinda, impossible-no. Besides soo many other KZbinrs in Japan are posting similar material. I think the whole world has caught up to what urban and rural life is like in Japan now.

[@Hisoka.44]

Dude has 2 kids but claims his life has no meaning

[@risboturbide9396]

You can be in a relationship and still feel lonely.

[@confuseddad2865]

For the views.

[@Chris-ot1ze]

You have a family. You're life is full of meaning. Enjoy every moment pf every day you get to spend with them as of it is your last! Don't give up on them!

[@jordans4827]

Lol. Youre whole continual video schtick is making videos about being lonely and sad, and trying to eek out sympathy from strangers.

[@R3X3R]

42 year old man from the Netherlands. Still playing retro games till ps5 and everything in between. We are not alone.

[@RJL1983]

Video game hobby sure beats alot of BAD hobbies that some folks get stuck into. I'm 41 and still play PlayStation online with my son's that live out of state.

[@nrescobar3251]

36 year old struggling with a meaningless life and i still play retro games and will in my 50's and beyond. your english is great you got a like and subscribe for each channel, ill be tuning in. Hope youtube brings you a better sense of meaning

[@tangomango0308]

you look like you live a beautiful life. keep fighting the good fight brother.

[@SaltBuster]

I love your videos! ❤ i can't wait to see more from you :)

[@doughankins3996]

Hang in there buddy!! Japan is the reason why Americans have Nintendo, and Super Nintendo. I played the Famicom (NES) with my daughter tonight. Had a great time. I am 42 and still play these games to remind me of a better time. Thank you very much for this video. Domo

[@estebanr979]

Playing videogames has always been my way to deal with stress and bad thoughs. I send you my good vibes and keep going man !

[@JuKEz1904]

Whats up everyone.Hope u all are well.I'm just going to say we all appreciate the same things here and its not meaningless.Here in the U.S. we have struggles with depression and financial issues also and I play Street Fighter HD Remix which has the newer animations as well as the classic ones as well which I play more of vs the newer.Love the classics Mortal Kombat,Resident Evil,Tekken and so forth.(Marvel vs Capcom 2 is tops for me tho)I love Japanese culture and am a Sushi chef and trained in different cuisines as well and am rebuilding my Japanese vehicles and find all of these hobbies and activities make me who I am and who we are.I'm glad to see a community with the same interests and support.None of our lives are meaningless first and foremost and I hope as time goes by u realize that.Whatever makes u happy man just do it👍Take care all of U and thank you sir for the cool video.

[@GilbertSyndrome]

You've got your own home, so you're doing better than I am. Feel better, mate. Cheers 🍻

[@Greenmould]

You are an inspiration and make me feel better about life

[@ryanbutler8333]

Your life is meaningful. I'm a loaner right now too and haven't made a lot of effort to meet a lot of people from being overly busy and some other things. Anyway, I have that same Nintendo controller. In a good way, I think your time will come, and sooner than you think. Yeah!

[@skunk12]

Your video gave meaning to the rest of the world. Also, your English is good.

[@josephprins1258]

I don't want to brag, but I was king when Street Fighter 2 Championship Edition came out. I remember the long lines of people trying to beat 15 year old me. It was glorious. I miss the arcades. You got me thinking about my youth again.