Japanese Man Tells Black Man What’s Happening in Japan

Japanese Man Tells Black Man What’s Happening in Japan
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[@TheBlackExJp]

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[@wartortle-ss2ic]

Can you do a video on shopping malls in Japan I’m interested in seeing what western stores and brands are there

[@carlmalone100]

Dam I had to subscribe just cause of my scrolling journey xD

[@TheBlackExJp]

@carlmalone100 🙈

[@TheBlackExJp]

😂 Instagram @theblackexjp

[@Luke-Nightingale]

@@TheBlackExJpI sent you a message, it's under my nightingale account 😊

[@minervaowl8298]

Takashi is such a down to earth kinda dude. I feel like he would be the type of guy where you could probably talk about anything and won’t get bored because you learn something.

[@maxfinity5640]

He's like a real life Han from the Fast and furious franchise.

[@lifewithmochi]

Takashi is Han from fast and furious in real life. Everyone needs a friend like Takashi

[@traceyvalcy1514]

I subscribe to both of your channels, love this interview, keep up the great work!

[@anne-marielamont8765]

I watch Takeshita channel it is fantastic. ♥️

[@aliciaw3289]

I would like to meet takashi from Japan I like his videos and jun and Rachel adventures or Jun and Rachel videos they seem to down to earth, caring & empathy and polite witch I wish that people can be like that in the world but it’s how they treat you and how they’re raised. I watche anime and I’ll watch begin japanology, japanology plus and journeys in japan. I have 2 friends that live in japan haven’t seen in person but I would like to visit japan?!

[@djc604]

Takashii has to be the most chill, down to earth, Japanese youtuber. It shows in his interviews, but this video shows just how likable the guy is. Glad to see a crossover of the chillest people in Japan right now. You guys almost look like life-long friends 🥲

[@stevensueoka2290]

yall just walked past one of the only legit taco carts in Japan. That dude is from Mexico and his tacos and salsa are LEGIT. Everyone should try La Cabina in this back part of Shibuya near the finnish gin bar.

[@YoKhai1221]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@TheBlackExJp]

I’ll check it out one day.

[@strides777]

You just saved my life I haven't had good Mexican food in Japan ever lmao

[@stevensueoka2290]

lollll @@strides777

[@BokushingusKendoTV]

I spotted that too! I was wondering! I live in Socal! Where are Mexican food is so authentic and delicious! I’ll be in Japan in 9 days so i have to find that place!!!

[@KaosEX]

This is a cross over I didn't know I wanted to see.

[@timurtheking]

exactly, what a collab!

[@ThePeoplezElbow]

I'm black and have been to Japan four times, most recently in March in Osaka. Each time we went, we've been treated very well and have had people come up to us to help with directions (I studied Japanese and can read it pretty well, speak it so-so, but I still accept their help because I like interacting and appreciate the kindness). During Sakura festival in 2019, we went to Ueno Park, and sat down in the grass after buying food and some Asahi, and this group of Japanese..maybe upper 20's to mid 30's, invited us to sit with them and we were there for hours eating, drinking, laughing..one of my favorite memories in Japan. Anytime we went to the bar, we had conversations with a local sitting next to us. I do find the people are more open in Osaka than anywhere else, but everywhere is awesome.

[@GiulioMa]

Sorry to crush your dream, but it's not like that at all: try living in Osaka more than , say, 3-4 years, fit into the social environment, speak Japanese every day and then we'll talk...

[@GR8119]

I'd like to visit. Took 3 years of Japanese in high school, Kanji was the hardest to learn! Katakana and Hiragana I got pretty easy. I never fully grasped Kanji, lol.

[@SkippaMcHavn]

have you visited Africa at all?

[@emmajk7433]

What a lovely experience! That's so nice to read! Have an amazing Xmas!

[@ThePeoplezElbow]

@GiulioMa Well, it's no dream at all, that's been MY experience. I'm not there to assimilate myself into their society, I'm there to experience the culture and have fun. I have been lucky enough to have met great people there. Whatever your experience has been is yours.

[@josayeee]

Used to seeing Takashii listening to people talk but it’s cool to hear him talk like he’s hanging out with you.

[@strong2027]

Just two brothers from different mothers talkin

[@Traveladdictkny]

As a black guy that’s been to Japan I guess I must be lucky because I never once experienced any racism the entire month I was there I was only blessed to have positive experiences which I thank God for

[@Capluffy1090]

This was a great watch. Two intelligent young men from different parts of the world engaging in great conversations.

[@RotimiAdiss]

The interviewer just got interviewed by another interviewer.

[@columbuswilson6202]

Hate is such a strong word. I have lived in Okinawa for over 17 years and I observed certain locals see us in a negative way but I also see how other local see us in a positive way. Me and my family are completely American and we continue to learn and grow into the Okinawa lifestyle. We absolutely love Japan.

[@phillydisco]

I think many still remember certain 'incidents' that have happened with US military and the locals, so there will always be some sort of hesitancy.

[@RRrico0625]

You are very welcome if you are a tourist, but if you work for US army, things change. You guys are protected by the US, but we are not protected by our government when it comes to a criminal case with US army.

[@commissarkitty3553]

@@phillydisco for good reason no one likes an army in their soverign land even if they are soidlers stationed there to "protect" them.

[@zillavale]

The collab we KNEW we needed to happen.

[@andrebaxter4023]

I’m black American and I’m glad that some Japanese wear dreadlocks. Good for them. They’re not harming anyone by doing so. That said, this was a good and insightful video.

[@christiangrant8375]

I completely agree. I have a bunch of friends who love Japanese culture and style and it’s all love for real

[@mcallister..b8891]

Why are you glad and not indifferent

[@danielclark6585]

@@mcallister..b8891 I would assume he's happy to see people appreciating the culture.

[@migo-migo9503]

As a foreigner in the US, I find that mostly folks born and raised in the US are the only ones who call out appropriation. Folks from other countries always see it as appreciation.

[@bitdigital8052]

Forget about RAP. Black Music been loved in Japan from Soul to Jazz.

[@hannah60000]

It has sub-culture followings and it’s not just black American music there is a reggae, dancehall, afro beats and so a sub-culture followings too. It’s strictly a sub-culture thing and some stuff seeps into the mainstream.

[@macrossluv]

Exactly they have incorporated jazz music and hip hop in their anime and not just recently. They have been using black music in anime since the early 2000’s.

[@minervaowl8298]

Personally as a black person from the USA I’m kinda used to people races wearing locks. The only thing I don’t like is when other races use black “aesthetics” they tend to think they are “hood” or whatever when it’s just a hair style. So yeah it’s the motive behind it.

[@jdub7771]

The way you explained the cultural appropriation is exactly the way i agree with it also. When I was a kid in the 80s, Black Americans were in love with Ninjas, Kungfu/Shaw Brothers/Hong Kong movies and myself as a kid I'd walk around in either Chinese style shoes or Japanese Tabi shoes. I used study Japanese Kanji from library books. I studied Shaolin Kungfu and achieved a black belt in Shotokan Karate. I had a good friend, whose mother was Okinawan (and dad Black American) and I would torture his mother with questions about Japan lol. To us Chinese and Japanese cultural was so cool. I see now, that Hip hop culture(which is a combo of Black American, West Indian and Puerto Rican) culture from originally from NYC is becoming the same in Asia and world wide. Initially i would be upset and think it was more like appropriation, but then i had to think about how i grew as an African American kid in the 80's...same thing. 😁

[@zvigier]

Here's a little black fact(Godfrey voice) ... Chinese and Japanese has its origins with the original people of the world aka folks that look like you and me EDO is your breadcrumb for the connection. Japanese and Yoruba or Benin kingdom very close in language. You will also find that Nigerians and Japanese names are almost the same and the language. with tweaks. So, your love for the Asian culture is embedded in you genetically we are their parents. However, some may not want to look at it and it's on temple walls hidden. They did come from us ask your Okinawan friends' mom.

[@samsprague3158]

@@zvigier aren’t all humans descended from people in Africa? Seems silly to me to draw any connection between genetics and love for a culture. There are more than enough reasons to love Japanese and Chinese culture without some kind of genetic magic. That said, I didn’t know that about the observed connections between the languages and stuff. That’s super cool!

[@town944folk]

I grew up with Karate movies (Chinese and Japanese) and what kids in the 80s/90s did not practice on friends and family after watching those movies. We could have been accused of cultural appropriation. One can argue that any African/Blacks living in modern houses; wearing modern clothes is cultural appropriation?. Where does one draw the line? It's all silliness and isn't there an old English that's says," Copying is the sincerest form of flattery"

[@Black_Guy]

​@town944folk You can't consider black Americans who wear American clothing appropriating a culture we grew up in, which was forced onto our people. Actually, we grew alongside this culture and in it just as white Americans. Cultural appropriation is about taking someone else's heritage and exploiting it without a proper appreciation and acknowledgement of the people who created and perpetuate that heritage. We just live in this culture, just as the Japanese live in their culture. But if you ever catch a black American selling Kimono's without knowing or caring about Japanese people or a Japanese man trying to get dreadlocks without learning and caring for black people, then you know they are appropriating.

[@town944folk]

@@Black_Guy -To me that's dangerous western liberal ideology gone bad. If you go with "or blacks were brought on slave ships from Africa" then you can make the argument (not me but the appropriation logic) that Black Americans should mirror their counterparts on the Continent. I'm African from Zimbabwe myself and I can use myself as an example. We lived in mudhuts so by living in a house with central heating that's cultural appropriation. I shouldn't wear western clothing (which I grew up wearing) because it's not native to Zimbabwe. We shouldn't use refrigeration because it's not native to Zimbabwe. I shouldn't buy milk because we should use our family cows and milk them before having a cup of tea in the morning. I see this as more of victimhood Olympics alongside transgender ideology and should not have place in any society. Growing up I saw a lot of Europeans come to our country and learn some of our traditional musical instruments. I thought that was cool and in fact I am thinking of starting a Shona language podcast so that foreigners can learn my mother language. That's how in a global society we should interact in unity and not cause division

[@vitanipaige4741]

The collab I didn't know I needed BEJ and Takashii for Japan!!!

[@joelreyna1227]

I work as a truck driver in the U.S. I am Hispanic and that's obvious. In the South BOTH Whites and Black people stare at me. They have stared. They ask if I speak English (i don't speak any other language). They talk louder as if i don't understand them. My point: people are rarely comfortable with outsiders no matter who they are.

[@Philly_smoke69]

never knew

[@BlackShogun]

Never lived in a part of the south unaccustomed to hispanic or latin people. Unfortunate to hear

[@user-pd9ju5dk5s]

I’m Asian and I experienced that as well. I moved to the Southwest and got that experience again but from Latinos this time lol. And I have no doubt other non-Asian also receive that experience from Asians as well. It’s just human behavior

[@TheoTattaglia]

Brazilians are pretty chill with foreigners.

[@Eidelmania]

My Asian friends get slant eyed emojis irl from Latinos in the Westlake barrio of Los Angeles ...

[@jeremymchangama9858]

Guys this crossover walkthrought is gold for people like us who want to come in Japan .

[@vidtuby]

I love Japanese people. They treated me well when I was an exchange student in the mid-90s.

[@saxsoka]

I love both of you. I am black also Japanese. I don’t like to share my experience because of being judged. So much a difficult situation. Take care guys. Would love to chat with you but I don’t want to discriminate others.

[@AsianBP]

@saxsoka Be proud of your Japanese heritage bro, even though I know how hard it is for you. Yasuke, black samurai! Netflix CEO -- are you listening?

[@chiichuuhaija1605]

What about the black heritage too? @@AsianBP

[@deemon710]

You guys are a perfect duo for discussing the Japanese experience for non-japanese.

[@JiroAzuma]

Glad yall are collabing

[@CyrussNP]

Regarding cultural appropriation, I agree with Renzo. There’s a huge difference between appropriation and appreciation. Wearing dreadlocks is perfectly fine as long as the people wearing it have love and respect for the culture and its people.

[@artheurnkenzacki7697]

I’m African, and i think that what people call « culture appropriation » is TOTAL BULSHIT… totally

[@toxicstarcandy]

@@artheurnkenzacki7697 I think I've seen your comment floating about and just want to know what you think is BS about it. Not trying to be rude or anything just a genuine question.

[@jarrelljohnsonjjj]

@@toxicstarcandythey have no reason that’s why they deleted their comment.

[@RibbitDAfrog]

@@jarrelljohnsonjjj plot twist , he’s not African 😂

[@user-ep2es1mp5r]

Exactly have to respect ancient Greece for those dreds

[@humanbean3]

takashii in his collab phase. he really blew up fast.

[@lindae7013]

I’m so glad you two got together, I love both of your channels

[@davidfoote3431]

I'm hearing a Jamaican accent......... Shout out from Jamaica!!!!

[@shunwilliams6180]

Great interview thank you so much for sharing ❤❤❤

[@JoeinPNW]

enjoyed this so much. just returned from 3 week trip to Japan and it is without a doubt my new favorite place to visit, and ive been all over the world. seeing you two walk the streets around Shibuya and eating noodles in a quiet local spot made me miss these experiences that we had as well. we have nothing but positive things to say about every place we visited. cities and people have different vibes, but the one common thread between them all was a common courtesy and kindness. can't wait to go back

[@piazzastudios4251]

So happy seeing my fav. two youtubers colab. Mad respect Ronzo & Takashii 🙇‍♂️

[@e.clips374]

I love that these two came together. I have been a fan of both channels for awhile now

[@emmainjapan]

Great video! Wonderful to see 2 of my favorite KZbinrs walking together and having a good talk and a good time. Keep on kepin' on, you two.

[@maparisfamilyadventures2174]

I like the way he approached the cultural aspect of rap/hip-hop and the deadlock. You can see he was trying not to be offensive.

[@iiNgONYaMa]

Thank you for the information and coverage bro. We appreciate it

[@michael-jones]

I really enjoy Takashi. Smart kid

[@sheneedsyrruup]

The collab we needed !

[@busymike]

Never expected this crossover. 🔥🔥🔥

[@Phoebeknz]

So cool to see you talking with Takashi! Love his videos

[@jewelj7507]

The collab I’ve been waiting for!

[@balticrevolt2552]

Love this collab!! You both have great channels. Great convo

[@wren23_bass-synths]

Interesting to see him interviewed. Good post.

[@andyray9602]

This was awesome - I already follow Takashii BUT was super interesting to hear his unique insight on all things Japan and seeing him on the other side of the questions for a change - great vid!!

[@tokyosoldier9116]

Two of my favorite KZbin channels together. Keep up the good work!

[@BonVitoNYC]

Wow I watched both of you guys for weeks before my first trip to Japan & learned so much from you both. Surreal to see you do a video together! Can’t thank you enough for the continuous insight! Peace + blessing to you and your families in the new year

[@TrueBlackJew]

oh shit! two of my favorite youtubers in one vid! nice

[@artheurnkenzacki7697]

Takashi really is a great guy, i appreciate him alot, His mindset and personality .

[@elitealice]

Takashii and Black experience in Japan collab??!! Top 10 anime crossovers

[@chrissibonbon3360]

The legendary team up I was waiting for🥹!!

[@mangohush5946]

Very informative. Thank you so much for this video.

[@jamiethorpe5431]

Living in Japan while I was in college in the early 2000s I can definitely say discrimination against blacks or mixed Japanese people exists. 100%. It just looks and sounds very different due to Japanese culture. Far more people are curious and kind though so it lessened the impact in my opinion. My Japanese professor tried to sell me the same thought that blacks arent discriminated against and when I tried to explain my experiences he shut down the conversation. Highly frustrating. All that being said, my experience overall living in Japan was amazing.

[@Philly_smoke69]

now throw a Japanese in inner city Chicago and tell me he don't face some discrimination too...2 sides to a coin if we gonna be real

[@jamiethorpe5431]

@@Philly_smoke69 Being real is understanding that "anyone" from outside of the inner city of Chicago may face some discrimination. Comparing the inner city of Chicago to a seemingly progressive society like Japan that in general tends to deny any negative elements in their society isnt equivalent to any inner city in America. Totally different conditioning of the people growing up those environments.

[@eujinlee9936]

​@@jamiethorpe5431I'm black and am not accepted in the inner city because I don't fit into the black rap video culture

[@Lavagnon]

True facts. Most of japanese naturally discriminate against blacks. For those who are blacks and don't want to understand, go to Tokyo and sit down in the train, or try to talk to a japanese girl on the street, and see the reaction for yourself. Every japanese would pretend they don't discriminate against blacks just to not be rude.

[@Lavagnon]

​@@Philly_smoke69Many japanese understand about racism or discrimination against foreigners in general when they go abroad. Then they open their eyes and see things differently.

[@taliad.keeling620]

So glad you two collabed!!

[@cameroncartwright1291]

Brooo we needed this video hoping for a part 2

[@jackjack-bw8ks]

I lived in Okinawa for 4 years and loved every bit of it. Very respectful and kind people. Very safe and kid friendly. Scenery, beautiful and peaceful with great food and nightlife. I loved Lawsons corner store and CoCo Curry. Beautiful culture, my family loved it. Went to Hong Kong Disney, and my family was stopped multiple times to take pictures with people. Much love to Asia and their great hospitality.

[@uppitysquirrel]

I've been subscribed to both BEJ and Takashi for quite a while. This was great to see you both together. Excellent video, interesting discussion. Thanks for producing this one. 🏆

[@kahlilwebster1258]

I love Takashi's Channel!!! Glad to see a channel cross-over

[@dewitubeX1]

what an amazing combo! I was looking for this day but never thougth it was gonna come so quick. good job BEJ.

[@kalaalefaio5108]

I follow both you cats. Not only was the conversation great but I really enjoyed seeing the neighborhood in the background as you 2 strolled by. Great content! Mahalo from Hawai'i!

[@cxplorerv3]

Woah! My 2 favorites youtubers of Japan! This is awesome!!!

[@Guardian016]

As a Japanese person, I agree with what he says about discrimination. I think Japanese people are just not quite comfortable with others who look different from them, either black or white. They stare at 'foreigners' out of curiosity and don't know how to treat them when they happen to interact. They are intimidated like 'I don't know how to communicate because I don't know you and you don't know us!' So whenever they are awkward with people from the West, it's because of ignorance and self-consciousness rather than hatred. On the other hand, I have a feeling that they tend to look down on people from other parts of Asia. When some people mistook me as a foreign tourist, their attitudes were infuriating and I've never seen Japan as a country of so-called omotenashi (heartfelt hospitality) ever since. But I think younger generations are more open-minded because all the bad experiences come from middle-aged to old people.

[@relative_vie]

So, I guess it's pretty similar to France and its culture, especially in regard to the old “Parisians” ?

[@dbdindustries4943]

Still discrimination

[@dbdindustries4943]

And it angers Black people when you literally have Asian kids with dread locks immolating black culture.. but still treat us like we are not human

[@krmendozaa]

Thanks for at least acknowledging how Japanese people may look at other Asians. I’ve heard some of the ways Japanese (and even Korean) people treat/talk about Filipinos and it’s pretty sad. It won’t stop me from visiting but still sad to hear some people still use the word “Filipino” like an insult for someone who is dark/ugly.

[@RaiderClarke312]

I used to Live in Japan 28 Years ago. The Old and Younger Generations back then was Kind to Me. Some usually wanted to take me to Important Sacred Destinations in Japan.

[@larafarot5778]

Love Takashii. Nice collab!

[@DJ_BROBOT]

yessir, you chose one of the biggest Japanese KZbinr which is awesome. For the culture, he brings on some great interviews and discussions. Bruh got a milly on his subs to show for it...he is good at what he does. Ranzo, glad yall linked up!

[@NationX]

Ohhhhhhh snap a crossover I never expected! Almost surreal to be honest. This was so cool to watch as I've never seen Takashii in just a chill environment having a good convo with someone. Usually on the street interviewing people. I actually just bought his Slang Japanese course the other day. This video was very insightful in many ways. I especially resonate with Ranzo on the language school bit. I've been studying 5 days a week 4 hours a day in a language school in Shinjuku and I'm exhausted at this point despite how effective it is. I might have to stop by that restaurant one of these days lol. The food looks good.

[@emmajk7433]

So glad I found you and your channel! Great video

[@zachszone2072]

Agh i love takashii's channel! The cross over i didnt know i needed 🤣😎

[@Gemtiger614]

Two of my favorite youtubers together. Very dope keep up the good work guys.

[@MinhTran-mt3yj]

well... when I was in the military in japan 15 years ago I noticed japanese people had this perception that westerners are loud and obnoxious. They absolutely felt some way about the military personnel stationed there but I don't blame them. Some of them didn't like westerners and foreigners in general. I would see shops that say "no foreigners allowed" This is prob old news and only applies to the older folks back then. It was more about foreigners and not race.

[@herstorylives7405]

Glad to see you two together...I follow both of you!! Hi from the USA!!

[@theodorehelvivirr6429]

I love seeing you guys do video together because I watch both channels.

[@XTesT15X]

That man is so wise for someone so young. Being a man of the world gives you so much perspective. Much respect. Takashii the G.

[@supasoul]

Takeshi has such a wonderful approach to this interview, very open minded and articulate... this has to be my favourite interview of a Japanese person ever. THANK YOU & WELL DONE B.E.J 🙌

[@marchelleminerve8760]

What a great interview, I thoroughly enjoyed it!

[@shanellaj]

Two awesome creators in one video. Loving it🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🙌🙌🙌

[@PassThe40]

Yesss! Glad this meet up finally happened!

[@Shizukanexen]

Love Takashii's content so I clicked on this but I'm glad that it led me to finding your content! Excited to see more of you in the future.

[@Sestrim]

I find Takashii's commentary on Japanese hip hop culture quite interesting. I'm of course a foreigner and have only an outsider's perspective, but some of my favourite music in the genre comes from Japan itself! Nujabes is likely the most famous Japanese hip hop artist and undoubtedly one of the best producers in the genre. Beyond that, I've gotten into more, I suppose underground, material from artists such as Buddha Brand and Soul Scream. There's a kind of sincerity, almost innocence, that I find common in the country's expression of hip hop. A love letter to the genre, imbued with cultural specifics.

[@acolyte1951]

there's a anthropology book by ian condry about hip hop in japan, you might find it cool if you haven't checked it out yet.

[@krakmynutz]

2oy fave Channels gone link up! Takashi san, nuff love from Jamaica!!

[@Farhan917]

Great to see two KZbinrs working together

[@RoyPearsonVue1313]

As a second generation American with roots in Nigeria, I find this awesome 👏 I grew up in the states with Anime and I love it to this day 💯 About the whole appropriation topic, if an Asian man wears my traditional Agbada outfit, I will welcome him with open arms because he repping my culture 💯 If he speaks my language, dang, he going to be a guest at my dinner table 💯 On God 🙏🏿

[@geneparcellano]

Very cool interview. Love watching both your channels. The conversation and neighborhood y'all walked around in is great!

[@HereForToday42]

awesome video! Nice to hear more from Takashii- he's always the one listening and asking questions to others about their lives and thoughts-- must have been fun for him to be able to talk and share more about his thoughts and experiences.

[@chadmorrislionsinparis]

2 of my favorite KZbin guys in the same video!!!! yessssss!!!

[@MochaManSpirit]

My son LOVES Japanese culture, has a book shelf full of Manga, Japanese art and philosophy books, and even though he says it’s his dream to live in Japan one day, he has never wanted to be Japanese. True cultural appreciation.

[@toxicstarcandy]

I hope he gets to visit one day. It was worth every penny to visit, and a nice place to live♡

[@smittycal]

The collab I didn’t know I needed!!!

[@GabrielxDesign]

Hey, it's Takashi! Superb collab!

[@cjjohnson2898]

Waiting for this collab

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

Some of the anger/venomous hatred in this comment section just because BEJ and Takashi are having an honest conversation and dare to mention culture appropriation, shows that this conversation needed to be had. Some of you in the comments not only prove that this is a real issue, but give a clear example that YOU are apart of the problem. Thank you Takashi for being open to this issue, and hopefully these people don't try to appropriate Japanese culture the way they do ours.

[@toffeenut1336]

Go deep Karen..

[@ABEAZYdaRonin94]

@@toffeenut1336 We calling Black men Karen's now? Lol

[@insi4547]

what is "your" culture? Black American? African - then which African country, we all are different.

[@BlackAesop]

This is a great colab! Can't wait till I get back to Tokyo. I miss living there.

[@mkelly4400]

This so cool two of my favorite KZbinrs Ranzo BEJ and Takashii San TakashiifromJapan. I love this type of conversation because it is interesting to hear from other peoples perspectives. Another great video Ranzo ❤️🦋🇺🇸

[@cbwavy]

WOAH - I should've expected this collab, but I never saw it coming

[@UrMothersLoverr]

When I go to Japan I just try my hardest not to look like johnny somali

[@kevinjermaine]

Nuff Nuff respect from Finland. Nice collab with you and Takashi Ranzo.

[@PopularNobody]

It's dope how celebrated hip hop is throughout the world

[@kayef5724]

very cool collab, congrats!

[@_DROM_]

This is the first video I watched on your channel and I can say, that was a very nice chat, you guys had. I felt walking with you two! 🤩

[@sherimoralesrowe5078]

I love watching both of these guys.

[@AT-gu8by]

Takashii's English is impeccable!

[@dmarioisajerk]

Oh snap! Its the homie Takashii!!! I Love when crossovers happen!!!

[@shadetreechocolatestudio]

I came to comment that I am REALLY enjoying the depth of this conversation. First time seeing some of your content. Also... the pop up about the rules of the comment section before I could comment... I didn't know youtube could do that, and I love it! Thanks for utilizing that feature as well! I will now go and check out some more of your work.

[@williamstiggersws]

I was stationed in Yokuska Japan during the early 80s and I've also been to Tokyo, Yokohama etc but I never experienced any issues in Japan as a Black Man. But that my experience.