Japan Sinks 2020 is WAY Better Than You Think (really)

Japan Sinks 2020 gets a lot of flack, but it's WAY better than people give it credit for. underneath this disaster horror is a message about Japan, it's society, it's history and it's future. It's an existential look into what Japan means to it's citizens and the world at large, and SO much more.
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[@BonsaiPop]

Hi everyone! So glad you could make it! KZbin has been giving us a ruff time these past couple months not showing you our videos on your home pages, it's been frustrating but i'm really happy for the people who've made it to every video, you guys are the best! I recommend staying till the end for some important announcements, this will be a light month for videos so if you NEED that pop patreon is always there and we'll be back hard on starting in october with weekly content for you on our favorite anime. it's gunna be hype, so GET HYPE. also check out our podcast- the Bonsai PopCast. it's on all podcast platforms and youtube as well, you'll love it, I promise. everyone, stay safe, stay healthy, be cool to each other, and we'll see you soon! -Mike

[@bonsaipopcast3284]

Listen to the podcast on KZbin here!

[@mirosawirzyk5247]

Estonia is the mostly technologically advanced country in EUROPE - get some knowledge and don't insult people...

[@flipz1006]

I literally watch the whole series cause this one vid drop so before watching it i seen japan sinks and well couldnt be disappointed its such a great anime thank u bonsai pop for sharing the experience 😎

[@nathanstumpf9666]

Thank you guys for continuing to give me anime recommendations 😂😂, I literally love all of these shows on this channel in my watch list now, I can't believe yall pick all of the good ones

[@besupbird586]

@@bonsaipopcast3284 has

[@IndigoXYZ18]

Estonia is the only country with a digitally mediated government. Internet is considered a Human right and you can get free WiFi in their forests. You can do everything online from taxes to voting, besides getting married and buying a house.

[@alexcarter8807]

Meanwhile I'm in "Silicon Valley" and internet here is hardly better than dial-up. KZbin for me is 240p - 480p, it would take me an hour and a half to upload one minute of video, and I do everything like taxes on paper.

[@THRE3KINGZStudios3kz]

Can’t lie... I know I’m not the only one who laughed when that rock fell on kid. That sick sense of humor hits different laughing the whole anime. It was good.

[@rin6435]

When it happened I was gone 🤣 I was shocked for like a min and when I remember I just laugh the fuck out 😂

[@nebulawings]

To be honest, I can understand the humor, but I didn't even smile. I was in shock from how sudden it was.

[@mcha226]

Hmm I still don't see it as humor

[@Etticos.]

That is really horrible that KZbin has been screwing you guys. Your content is really well thought out and articulated. The viewers can tell a lot of effort goes into each video and the results are top tier. I lost my job during covid, but as soon as I get a new one I will definitely be joining the patreon.

[@BonsaiPop]

always do you first man, we're very grateful that you like what we do!

[@charmygreen665]

Agreed entirely. Love this channel and resepct you guys so much

[@detested2022]

What was the video. And yes its deffinetly unfair you guys are one of my favorite channels

[@leos7642]

I absolutely loved Japan Sinks 2020, I’m glad you made this video!!!

[@KerminSR]

I knew I was in for something special when blood and bodies started raining from the sky at the temple. It did a wonderful job of illustrating the sheer horror of the situation everyone was in.

[@vcprovost]

This was a "fun?" watch for me. It was weird horror but entertaining as hell!

[@Caterfree10]

One thing I do want to note, a lot of autistic people who “can’t” communicate are unable to do so because they were never taught. A lot of neurotypical people assume speaking is the only form of communication worth anything, but then neglect any other method for said people like writing or sign language or speech assistance technology. It’s less that we’re trapped by circumstance, and more by (often inadvertent) design by neurotypical family members. I got lucky, my autistic traits were maskable. Lots of autistic traits aren’t and needing different communication is a hurdle way too many people are forcing to figure out how to overcome not heir own.

[@RT-zn9bj]

I understand your point, however “neurotypicals” do too. Speech IS the only form of communication worth anything…right now. Society often has a problem with the way they deal with politics and social issues. We tend to blame a group of people, rather than a system. Like you, who say “neurotypical people” are responsible for the lack of communication skills taught to autistic children. In a way, you’re right. But rather than blame a group of people who will undoubtedly have mixed reactions to their blame, and who will most definitely avoid taking any helpful action until pushed, I think it’s important to recognize the fact that it is the SYSTEM-that is, the education system-that needs to change. We will spend the next hundred years shouting into the void, “Neurotypicals did us wrong!” But what we really need to focus on is getting the education system to start teaching *useful, universal skills*. Sign language, Morse code, expressions to use (and accept) when someone is feeling overwhelmed. Communication is one of the biggest obstacles in this world, and these problems affect more than just the communication-deficit. It would be much simpler, much easier with time, to require teaching of a universal language rather than spend years trying to develop technologies that do it for us. We will never get anywhere blaming each other. What kind of solution would ever come from that? Demanding that a group of an unspecified amount of people take responsibility for slights against people they’ve never known will never amount to much. But if we focus on REAL, POSSIBLE solutions, I believe we can truly get somewhere. Perhaps soon.

[@lordblazer]

@@RT-zn9bj Um how do you know neurotypicals invented those things? A lot of shit has been invented by neurodivergent people... Neurotypical folks don't have that type of attention span yo.

[@lordblazer]

@@RT-zn9bj another thing. I never thought I would see someone on the internet actually attack people who struggle with communication. For many people on the Autism Spectrum, yes Neurotypicals tend to normalize their specific communication style to the point that it's fucking hard AF even for those with high functioning autism. literally neurodivergent brains are wired differently. It's only a disability when you craft social rules in a manner of which makes shit harder for those who are neurodivergent. and I mean the unspoken shit, not the spoken rules. But here is a neurotypical dude on here, that is literally having a persecution complex over the fact that someone said that society doesn't accommodate people on the autism spectrum. Which btw is 100% fucking true. Most societies don't. In fact nearly almost every culture heavily stigmatizes it.

[@RT-zn9bj]

@@lordblazer …what? Either you misread my comment, or you didn’t read it at all. Like…at all. Because you’re making no sense. I never said neurotypicals created anything? And I didn’t attack anyone? And I’m not a dude, and I’m not neurotypical. I too am on the spectrum, so once again, let’s stop using our labels as a way to silence and blame others that are different from us. Honestly, I feel like you’ve read a completely different comment than mine because your response makes NO sense.

[@devonbob1166]

I love hearing your takes and research beyond the surface of anime! Whenever I’m watching a show I usually only focus on the surface level for thoughtless entertainment but your videos allow me to experience them more than once 💕 thank you guys for your hard work and community the patreon has! Love you guys ^-^

[@NeptuneCactus]

I really loved this show and this video captured so many reasons why I loved it so much. This year's put everyone through the wringer, and just like the characters in Japan Sinks 2020, we've had to decide what's truly important, in a world where change and adversity seems amplified and never ending. Videos like this one keep me going, and it's nice to see such a passionate and talented channel not give up despite adversity too. The video's ending even got me choked up! Don't give up, Bonsai Pop. You've made my day!

[@eriich]

Bro I finish to watch inuyasha and I'm still waiting for the video about season 3-8. I started watching it because of you guys when the video first came out and I finish like 2 or 3 months ago, anyways like the videos and thank for recommending so much good animes. Also really did like inuyasha and I can't wait for the sequel

[@mondayalien2293]

Kinda Off topic but I absolutely love how Bonsai Pop structures their videos and how deep and analytical they get into the anime at hand. I'm working on my own youtube channel where I analyze and give my opinion on certain philosophy ideas and Bonsai Pop is a HUGE influence on how I structure on my vids. Please never stop doing this show, it is so F**king good!!

[@theschoolbus4447]

I actually like Japan Sinks a ton. But it gets a 7/10 because while it's gorgeous and has a good message about what a country is (I loved how they rebuilt), Animation was great, story was pretty good. But the character development just killed me there at the end. 10/10 vid though as usual! Getting some of the background and the thematic analysis was awesome. :3

[@SoramiUchiha]

Dude, I just wanna say that watching your videos is always uplifting for me. It's not just the fact that you delve deep into a topic that I already have interests in, but you always paint the message clearly and give parallels that correlate to life. While I don't relate to every issue brought up, the ones that do hit home and truly make me think. I enjoyed the video, keep up the good work.

[@mrmoviemanic1]

Thanks for the video man. I recently saw the anime myself and was incredibly moved by how the series treated hope in such despair. I've been going through an existential crisis and the show helped me a good deal. I'm glad you guys still make videos and please keep doing it as you are all very talented. Japan Sinks 2020 overall is a story about moving forward with life and not to be afraid of change.

[@Shaljroan30750]

Thank you for uploading this. You're a great youtuber. I appreciate you.

[@statesminds]

I been meaning to become a patron for awhile and finally did today! 🖤🖤

[@prettyboymg5123]

that anime mad me sad af best anime i ever watched in a while

[@thisissoooonotnew]

Same here man Love from Greenland

[@OopsieDaisy625]

Try Banana fish if you're into sad anime

[@prettyboymg5123]

@@OopsieDaisy625 thanks

[@TsudaraTogami]

0:01 this is why i love you guys bc you steal the thoughts that go through my mind and then show them back to me

[@Pralius_]

I've heard a few reviews of Japan Sinks, but you're the only ones who talked about the autistic child getting killed in a way that didn't mock the scene. Not that other people were making fun of autism, but that they felt the death was so out of place and ridiculous or that it seemed like it was an almost slap stick comedy kind of moment even though it clearly wasn't comedic. But you gave great analysis and insight on that and the rest of the movie, glad to have heard your thoughts on it.

[@Ash_Wen-li]

Personally I think The Tatami Galaxy and Ping Pong are Yuasa's two best anime

[@alexcarter8807]

And here I thought Yuasa was that guy who makes motorcycle batteries. Good ones, too.

[@marcodragneel8035]

The night is short, walk on girl is a fun one

[@Blueshellkyle]

Man, amazing video as always boys. Just wanted to let you know that when you played Eyes On Me at the end, my favorite song from my favorite game, it hit hard. I’m going to have chill bumps all day long now. Have a good day

[@SomniaCE]

Honestly my favorite anime of all time. The first viewing was an absolutely harrowing experience and Haruo's death hit me harder than almost any other death in fiction, I was rooting for him the most. There is so much subtext that it can almost be faulted as being too dense for its own good. You could probably make a 1+ hour long video with just the things you had to leave out. I feel like a lot of people who give it flak really did come in expecting something completely different, which is a shame. I hope it does get some more universal praise someday, it absolutely deserves it! Also this video was wonderful, absolutely gonna support this channel

[@SomniaCE]

The way I viewed the commune section was in terms of the old clashing with the new to dissuade true progress. You have an autistic child, someone who their parents admit would not be accepted in Japan's old and stubborn culture that is heavily dismissive disabilities. The parents decide to form a new society that will result in the child being embraced amd celebrated as an equal. The resulting society brings together everything the old views of Japan hate. Recreational drug usage, worldwide food menus with flexible options for serving, people of all ethnicities and backgrounds, convicts etc. It brings together what the old views of Japan view as rejects and gives them a home that is almost assuredly better for everyone. Then old Japan (gramps) comes in and tears the community down, viewing everything through bitter traditionalism and a reluctance to change. The old Japan tries to steal the seed of change (the autistic child) thereby tearing the new Japan down with it. Suddenly people who in all reality would want to flee (like the cook) end up refusing to, acknowledging that being a reject of Japan there is nowhere for them to go. Its a beautiful statement on how harsh and judgemental Japan is in more subtle ways instead of just the standard xenophobia you see depicted frequently. It showcases all of the little ways Japan at large can refuse to lighten up or allow change. This is all word vomit as I'm typing this up before bed in a single draft, but I hope /something/ that I'm saying is getting across haha

[@SomniaCE]

Also I think Estonia was used since its a beautiful and more accepting/socialist society. Its a place where everything is considered a public right from housing to health insurance, even high speed internet is considered a basic right everyone is given. KITE being a transman from somewhere like Estonia is meant to represent the inverse of old age Japan. He is a beacon of diversity and the benefits of a more accepting, supportive society both socially and governmentally (is that a word). He is the one who warns of all the dangers old age Japan proposes to ita denizens, and in the end new age Japan (symbolized as you mentioned by Go and Ayumu) is saved by a foreigner giving everything they can to support them in their most dire hour. In the end Japan is not saved by any old age radicals clinging to the decaying and outdated beliefs Japan used to hold. Instead it is saved by the next generation of forward thinking individuals who accept help from the outside and work together with others to create a better world

[@omibear1313]

I loved this anime. I finished it in one sitting. It was so fast paced. Great video breaking down each character 👌

[@BonsaiPop]

same!

[@omibear1313]

@@BonsaiPop Yes! I thought I was the only one that connected Pewds with Kite. 😉

[@MrHochoi92]

Keep doing yo thang man. Always enjoy your content

[@maximaoili6869]

the background music is always on point with the situation, it makes it so much more emotional! much more epicness and sadness you really know how to use your stuff!!!

[@Camilothegodfather]

Great video! You covered the interesting discussions and characters presented in the show!

[@Treesicle]

My balls dropped in 2020, now I know that’s called subduction.

[@hxh_slayer85]

I just how you guys keep making great points on what Japan sinks is about. BP IS AWESOME AS ALWAYS!! GREAT CONTENT AND DISCORD!

[@RyuKato]

Thank you for this video

[@Thisaintjay97]

Such a well timed video GG

[@DarknessGuard]

What a crazy rollercoaster this was. Neat series.

[@apierre6]

Great video!

[@emmawilliams6316]

Love this channel, I always come here when I need a recommendation for a new show to watch.

[@jandeiification]

Thank you for this.

[@blueriverbane69]

What its really about: the Olympics ad at the end

[@kobimitchell7807]

I can't tell if you're one of the ones who genuinely think thats what it is at the end or not 😂

[@chicodepuertorico1450]

Ugh! love this channel... love love love!!! Awesome job, guys!

[@aljenysilven4121]

This show was sick! Very very good! @bonsaipop keep up the great work!!

[@maximaoili6869]

wow! after watching through the entire video i feel like i have actually seen the anime myself i feel like knowing the charakters, even though i only saw a few scenes with them in it in the end you really had me crying, i don´t want to spoil it for the other viewers, but it was amazing thanks mike for working so hard and putting out so much in these next months! i with you and your buddies the best and a good recovery from youtubes unfair policy greetings from germany

[@ozzyalbor9919]

Honestly I always check out your longer vids first. Love the channel!!

[@raviliberato759]

Amazing video, as always!!

[@reexe.24]

the afro samurai vid made me gain a lot of respect for you. seriously keep up the good work dude

[@daholyvagabond]

Thank you for this

[@detested2022]

This show was fricken awesome. Actually made me cry a bit.

[@eckoecko13]

This was really awesome!!! The perspective and levity was top notch!

[@zabi_aka]

Thanks for the video. I liked your take, you saw so much in the anime, i haven't even thought about some of these allegories/hidden meaning.

[@thehomiespirit]

Honestly loved the show as well. Binged it all in one day and was hit with the emotional ebbs and flows. In the end, it hit me with reality but optimism that though everything is fragile and uncertain, there is always light at the end of any storm.

[@A_Wild_Seedot]

I was wondering why I was never seeing videos from you guys anymore. Stay strong, you guys make great content

[@mgfos207]

Well done!

[@ZarakiKenRoby]

This was well written and reviewed. I cried at the end 😭 😭😭😭 Please keep up the excellent work and content!!!

[@rajivmohadawoo]

Eyes on me piano version... Haven't heard this in a while. How nostalgic.

[@esteban5628]

I've been wanting to get into this movie for a while but was spooked. Thank you !

[@monkey238]

God i love this channel so much.

[@kerry53421]

Great review!!! Subscribing to your channel

[@jakebrkr7886]

Such a good video guys! Actually got emotional and I haven't even watched the movie yet

[@commonviewer2488]

2020 is a miniseries, please check it out

[@SwagratesPolosophy]

Bonsai Pop I fucks wit y’all heavy. You fellas are one of the only few channels I enjoy, and was stoked that your samurai champloo video was recommended. I actually viewed this series twice. Also, got my mom to watch this with me we watched it all one Sunday, she actually enjoyed it and thought it was really good and always says how anything can happen and people who are born healthy don’t appreciate it and can be so careless and it can be over in an instant. Honestly this Anime, was crazy. From my experiences in life and being placed In situations where life is a very fragile thing and is easy to betray oneself by not appreciating what one has, and taking it for granted. it isn’t hard to loose it all and not even realizing how fortunate one can be until it’s over and it’s all said and done with nothing to do but drown in ones misconception. The beauty of the moment is the beauty sadly lost which can make someone wince at reality allow one to catch their breath and realize the ‘Now’ and see the real lies of the smoke and mirrors and begin to take small steps in improving the quality of their wellbeing for oneself and your loved ones. Seeing how everyone sacrifices themselves in order to allow the opportunity to continue living, in this series hit me in the feels because I’ve seen the struggle of my parents working hard and putting themselves secondary. I was a fucking brat growing up sometimes and now that they’re old I just wanna be with them all the time, and be a better person and show them it wasn’t all in vain. Japan 2020 intensified the awareness I already have on life and made me really think about how everything has led till now and to cherish and truly make the most of it. If anyone reads this thank you for your time. Plus that rap part made me cringe. ( well I watched it in English)

[@mahoutsukai8956]

Just so you know, Japan Sinks in the show on September 21st soooo just be on the lookout for that. Bonsai Pop out here again with their trademark Incredible videos, great job guys!

[@joscheel1896]

It is very commendable that you stand with your decisions and try to bounce back from the dent in views by hard work. I'm very excited for the changes! Please don't overwork yourselves though. 🖤

[@pangajackterhor]

Thank you. Muchas gracias I'm currently in the Philippines and "this is my sinking land" I'm a foreigner here and after years of living here, it's time to move on. The courage to make the move is still growing but I know I have to cut it off to finally feel and be better. Seriously, how you guys cover and analyse what you choose is insane! Thank you. ^\m/

[@lordblazer]

Japan is a tough place to live as a foreigner, but I learned so much about myself when I was living there.

[@omegasterling8789]

Great representation!! Man I be willing 2 watch later......thank*👌🏾🤴🏾

[@naheemquattlebaum2267]

I watched this over the summer. I enjoyed it

[@mrdudeman29]

I loved it! I really felt like it would be remembered as a true classic.

[@hez8208]

This makes me happy that someone finally likes Japan Sinks 2020. I've been wanting someone to talk about it. 😎✨

[@charmygreen665]

Man this was fucking incredible. You should be proud of yourselves. P.s. you can totally expect me to watch for an hour lol i love long videos

[@Mirvana]

I'm kinda surprised y'all missed (or just didn't talk about) the fact that the brace of Ayumu's prosthetic is gold, "reattaching" her damaged part.

[@maximaoili6869]

the narrator and the video they show always match perfectly and make it so much more fun to watch!

[@RykerDavis123]

Amazing anime and amazing review

[@jaredoxley9693]

banger video y'all, straight fucking fire🔥

[@katwithamask48]

The first episode broke me. The fact that everyone played off the first earthquake as a normal one without knowing what’s coming next is so heartbreaking. It was all so sudden.

[@nicolasarevalos19]

Oh my god What a beautiful video

[@sondreyboy]

Your so good at understanding and explaining underlying themes!!! most of It went right over my head😅 And thank you for explaining these underlying themes with cultural/historical context.Very interesting, and it sort of gives the content much more respect, if that makes sense?

[@splorby176]

i love this video i wish it had way more views

[@XScarletVenomX]

I fkin laugh my ass off, when the rock fell down onto the kid.

[@chimedemon]

I felt so conflicted, it was both horrifying and hilarious

[@TerranceGreig]

That actually makes alot of sense , after the afro samurai video i stopped seeing your videos all together for a while on my feed. i still actually dont. Its only because i know the videos usually come out on saturdays and i come to the channel to watch i get to see them. i really need to subscribe to the Instagram and twitter to get notified.

[@gilgamesh8531]

Eyes on Me ....nice choice and great video.

[@Rawkr57]

After hearing a few "meh" reviews of Japan Sinks, i kind of wrote it off. Always enjoy your guys' videos and I'm glad i checked this one out! Looking forward to watching this series!

[@glitchgatsby4290]

The Nobuo music at the end got me in the feels

[@MogamiKyoko13]

Japan Sinks 2020 is not an anime that I would probably ever watch on my own, too much misery and gore for my tastes, but your thoughtful analysis and explanation of the plot has made me consider giving it a chance. I find a lot of the videos on this channel have that effect on me lol

[@alainapowerchick2025]

I'm surprised you didn't touch on the meanings of their names: Ayumu = Walk Go = literally go By the end, I put together that their names emphasized optimism and the need to continue walking/going forward with their new, unexpected future.

[@Alex.T1]

16:22 "his only words -his whole life- were in thanks of his mother. His *rock*..." I'm not sure if that was a morbid pun but I am ashamed to say it made me giggle.

[@thugnarsty]

The comedic timing whenever the dad gets blown up in the kid gets killed by that rock is fantastic I laughed so hard Don't get me wrong though The gravity of the situation still hit me but s*** it was just way too funny

[@Triggermappy]

aw damn! I missed this, hope it's still on netflix, seems like a good watch.

[@TaiWanWaf]

This made me feel extremely sad in an uplifting way

[@TheDiscoNarwhal]

Just came across this video after watching Pause and Select's "Why Japan Sinks Matters." This is a great summary of the show and its themes! That said, I'm not convinced. My problem with it wasn't that I didn't get the symbolism, in fact at many points it was so heavy-handed it would be hard to miss. My problem was more at the level of form. I'm a huge fan of Yuasa's and in contrast with his other work, Japan Sinks 2020 to me, felt rushed, unfocused, and incomplete. Many of its issues may have been solved by the show simply being longer. It tried to fit so many themes and so many plot points into such a short time that many moments that were meant to be tragic or poignant ended up (at least to me) being almost funny instead. I get that the fast pace is intended to overwhelm and create a sense of tumult, something Yuasa was successful with in Devilman Crybaby by picking out the most important moments and giving them some time to breath. Here, moments that should be important end up feeling inconsequential because they're given no narrative weight. Somewhat unrelated, but I do have problems with the way you presented a couple things. One, phrasing Japan's conquest during WWII as "the first time you step up to play ball with the big boys" is reductive of the atrocities that Japan committed toward China and the rest of eastern Asia, not to mention Pearl Harbor. The bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki are obviously horrific and in no way justified and the ravaged population of Japan were not the same as the imperialist government, but it's in that government's best economic interests to be seen as the victim and hope that the world forgets that they were actually the perpetrators in many cases. Going along with that perception ignores the fact that Japan's nationalist cultural identity at least partially stems from that history of ruthless imperialism. Second, saying that people with severe autism "usually are hyper-intelligent" but often unable to communicate, while I'm sure well-meaning, contributes to a perception of people with autism and neurodivergent people in general as an "other" that has either special powers, or some kind of childlike innocence - when they're really just people who's brains work differently. Again I'm sure it was well-intentioned, but word choice is important. Anyway, thanks for the video, you've got a thumbs-up from me! I'll be very surprised if anyone actually reads this long-ass comment on a 4-month-old video, but I just wanted to get my thoughts out on (figurative) paper anyway. If anyone did, thanks very much for reading!

[@CalamityCookie]

I had no idea about japanese lacquer until this video, but it was bananas cool to find out that I was half-way there with acknowledging that the "damage" my cats delivered onto my furniture which I've always been fine with and love it whenever they put they're mark on our materials. Especially now that I know about this newfound lore for myself. Regardless of how drunk I am at the moment, the japanese have such an amazing point of view of material history. Especially as an italian who appreciates architecture, it's so cool to see that kind of novelty with everyday items.

[@KerminSR]

I hadn’t heard anything about Japan Sinks before checking it out. It was the most pleasant surprise I’ve had all year when it comes to anime. I love movies and shows that realistically show what real people might go through when going through something so horrible. About the BLM stance and loss of viewers: maybe there are subscribers that stopped watching after hearing about your stance on this. Hear me out. Yes, there are people that will disagree with you. BLM is a divisive movement to a lot of people. Both sides seem to be arguing past eachother. The worst part about the political climate is that everything is so polarized that people view anyone with a differing opinion as evil or a bad person. There are also a lot of people who are just tired of being barraged by politics in everything they see. At the end of the day you have to do what you feel is morally right. If the fallout is worth it to you, then good for you. I won’t stop watching or supporting you because I disagree with your politics. I personally believe that most people are trying to create a net good in the world, even when others think they’re evil. Also you’re making some of the best anime critiques that the English speaking world has ever seen. I hope I’m not sounding like an asshole or an unhinged racist. It’s hard for anyone to even mildly criticize BLM without them being branded as a hateful person. Anyway I’m a huge fan of your channel. Almost every video you make either turns me on to a new anime or gives me greater appreciation for the anime I’ve seen.

[@jeffreyrumery6768]

As of 4:00am 9/9/20: KZbin appears to be screwing you harder than ever; this video has less than 8,000 views after being out for almost 4 days! I just watched this one myself. With work and 3 kids, it can be difficult to find time to watch the tv shows and KZbin videos I like. And I guess I must be lucky with KZbin, I have been subscribed to you guys since the channel started, and they always recomend your videos when they come out. I've never understood the algorithm.

[@gabrieldiez1816]

banger video y'all, straight fucking 🔥

[@javilorenzana]

Mike - I enabled all notifications on your channel. I have two channels with that on, the other one is a friend of mine's.

[@Tank175]

19:42 have you noticed that it is a gold prosthetic ? :)

[@josephhawk1296]

Hey man I'm a anime fan and a bonsai pop fa, Ill watch an hour long video from you!

[@TheCrimsonCat89]

I JUST got my new job so I gotta wait for my first paycheck so I can do your patreon I'm workin on it x.x

[@seldacita]

I just saw this anime as a giant metaphor. I think the anger that the majority had toward this anime was that some characters were treated unfair, or some stuff didn’t make sense, like the harmed leg. But if you see it as a giant metaphor, it’s pretty fair and realistic? I don’t I just liked the anime very much.

[@coda1665]

the way that this show made me sob,,

[@rayhayes7701]

I have never heard of this but wow this is deep and heavy.

[@Superdrummerboy92]

Glad you mentioned Bosnia. I am a former refugee migrant. I was born in Split, Crotia while my majority family left Bosnia during that time. Glad my father, mother, and rest of family members fleed or survived. However for some they never saw the next day. This is such an interesting take on a show that is recommending to watch on Netflix. I will take this recommended show. Japan 2020 sounds so contemporary and even how we look at the world from different perspectives.

[@unfftfdrg5bubfgtttczv184]

"Their first time stepping out of their country." I know a korean admiral who would like to speak to you.

[@redcloud16]

As someone who lives in Japan, a lot of these themes are like, damn! I experience some of it firsthand. I def need to watch this show.

[@redcloud16]

@@thotslayer9914 JET Program!

[@TheCreepypro]

sucks that your being punished for talking about things that need to be talked about this video is a prime example too many when talking about this anime just seemed to miss so much about the message of what this anime is supposed to be about when in reality this is extremely thoughtful and wonderfully told story about Japan and all that is both wrong and right about it that people just for some reason completely missed so it makes me quite happy to see you guys hit so many of the good points about this anime that really should be watched by all, the director really knew what he was doing and poured his passion into it and that really shows, I'm looking forward to future content I never mind waiting for you guys cause you have literally never disappointed me and I don't foresee you starting to do it now

[@kevoojames4410]

Brother I’ve been watching your videos for months. I don’t believe it’s the Afro samurai video (I was also one of the people that didn’t like that video) I love your content even if we don’t agree on everything. I never get alerted until DAYS after you upload even if I have your notifications on plus I have to scroll through my subs just to find your vids. It’s been like this since I’ve first subbed. I’m sure they do this to everyone because I don’t get spooky rice notifications nor do I get masked man notifications. All of those channels I have the bell notification on. It’s just KZbin being shit like always

[@ShadowLightMewEndlessOceanMew]

This anime is good, i watched it on the day of release on Netflix :)