kyu sakamoto with wife Steve Allen show 坂本九

[@grettelvargas844]

RIP Kyu Sakamoto.

[@georgewallot7739]

You are gone but not forgotten.

[@urgdaddy]

This is history folks. It helped heal Japan and build bonds with the US. We loved this song and he is such a handsome young man.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Kyu-san died with 519 others in the crash of JAL123. The plane was out of control for some 20 minutes before it finally crashed. During those last minutes, he composed a letter to his wife.

[@Younriichi_]

Yeah and i cried with that for 2 days

[@Powerranger-le4up]

30 minutes .

[@jcrobso]

I still think back to 1963 and how all of the United States fell in love with this song even though we had no idea what the words meant.

[@raywes1666]

Your husbands song has touched my heart from the first time I ever heard. Thank You.

[@dlsofsetx]

I always was a fan of Steve Allen & this song.Thanks for posting.

[@Maridun50]

I can't think of a brighter smile than that of Kyu Sakamoto. The song is so beautiful, too.

[@wingobingo]

I was 5 in 1963 & remember singing it at my local airport, & everytime a plane would go over I'd sing this, pretty ironic!!! Heard this a zillion times & still love it!!! r.i.p Kyu. hugz

[@caroleroberts25]

one of the most beautiful tunes ever...i can't understand a word...yet i love it....what an amazing singer...thank you....

[@SynchroTotal]

This song brings a smile to my heart even after all these years...what a beautiful gift to the world!

[@karibakid]

what a smile a happy guy

[@auntshea04]

Still loving this song!

[@atli1000]

I love this song. It is a tribute to the human condition that after WWII we have become such good friends. I would love to visit Japan in the spring.

[@richardjones2795]

This gentle man had a great voice and world-winning smile, he charted a song here displaying a beautiful happiness while like many of us wishing it would rain so he could go outside in the rain hiding his tears looking up, ever happen to you? So glad to be able to see and hear his lovely wife Yukiko Kashiwagi, who had been an actress--not only her but also Steve Allen, I'm a huge fan of his for many years. Thanks to folks like you, this song will never go away. Ever.

[@arlenecampbell4597]

Oh yeah my sister Mitzi stage name Mitzi tu teenbwat club sang this song in 1963 live on air on radio she lived it..... lv nev

[@arlenecampbell4597]

Teenbeat club lvnev live on air Mitzi tu sang this song 1963 it's from the sukiyaki!

[@agent4you2]

Beautiful song always!

[@janepang484]

KYU SAKAMOTO💖🕺🌟🤩✨ Great!🎼🎵🎸🎤📀🎧💯👍👏 From Hong Kong🙋‍♀️🌏💝🌺🥰

[@alexapenn6399]

oh my, he was so sweet - no wonder he was big here, too. . . great song. . .

[@Gozrt60]

One of my favorite songs that I still play to this day...His voice was wonderful.

[@janetmorrissette5644]

just excellent what a beatiful couple ,so much love☺😊😰

[@markreyes777]

Its a real beautiful song

[@sweetone985]

Love this song never saw who sang it, thank you for letting all of us see and hear this fine singer, very good man.

[@glenmckinley3814]

She misses him so.

[@splenderella9]

His wife seems a lovely lady....wish I knew what she was saying tho!

[@joshyam4026]

Mrs Yukiko KASHIWAGI (wife of Kyu SAKAMOTO) says that this video was taken even before she met Kyu Sakamoto and he looked so cute; she wants her daughters to see this rare record of his late husband appeared in The Steve Allen Show (1963). She appreciated the TV crews for finding this video from the US.

[@JoseSilva-wg8wx]

@@joshyam4026 Thank you.

[@searchlight18]

I remember when this song first came out. It was a huge hit. Everyone was whistling and trying to sing it. It was the only Japanese song ever to cross- over to the American top forty charts. --- I think the guy died in an airplane crash.

[@coyote3000999]

RIP, Kyu, you will never be forgotten.

[@petertaylor3600]

A beautiful song I loved when I first heard it but over time, I'd forgotten about. Thank you very much for reminding me. RIP Kyu san.

[@yangerjamir0906]

I don't understand a word of Japanese, but it sounds so beautiful, specially when a female speaks. I love Japan and it's beautiful culture.

[@thesurfsflat]

What an impact this guy had... Its a shame he left in such a tragic way. RIP

[@elizabethneville5073]

Thank you Kyu touches the heart with his song

[@lkcching]

Brings tears to my eyes every time i hear this moving song.

[@louisakingi8792]

Historically this song is mine in my heart that I remember in my time at that time and thought wow. I play it at lest once a month. Love you and thank you. I prey that your Whanau (family) are well.xxxxxx

[@teharipatene8135]

Mine to kare

[@2alleykat]

This all about a love song,and that's all people.Thanks for posting.

[@HakusannioideBlogspotJp]

日本語をドゥアップみたいに、単音に分けて ゴスペル風の唱法に変換できたというのは 坂本　九という歌手の力量を感じさせます。 没後相当年数が経過しますが 現代日本でこんなすごい才能を持った歌手が居るでしょうか？

[@yuritam4011]

What an angelic voice and face....He would have been a heartthrob here in the states if he married an American girl...The fans would have loved it...yet he remains an international treasure regardless. May we look up to the heavens everytime we hear your voice.

[@猫と縁側]

1963年に九ちゃんが歌ったUSA番組を、1998年の日本の番組が取上げ、それを2020年春にKZbinで見てます。 1985年に天国へ行った九ちゃんが知ったら、ビックリだろうね。

[@qtpysusie54]

He and this song meant so much to me in my very-young life. My dad was away in Korea and I was broken-hearted. Just hearing this beautiful Japanese song made me smile and cry and always reminded me of my dad and that he'd be back. So much love sans interpretation. Now I know the words and the meaning hasn't changed.

[@heliflyer7]

She's enchanting.

[@carolynboyce1831]

What is she saying?

[@au4au]

His wife is not shown on the black and white Steve Allen show. He was indeed married in 1971. His wife appears in the 1998 Japanese television show and discusses his life and his appearance on the Steve Allen Show 35 years earlier. He died in a plane crash in 1985.

[@StephenLuke]

RIP Kyu Sakamoto (1941-1985) A victim onboard Japan Air Lines Flight 123 which crashed on Mount Takamagahara, Ueno, Gunma Prefecture, Japan due to an in-flight structural failure.

[@skudaarkaat1]

I've NEVER seen Kyu Sakamote live! What a great little guy!!!!

[@koichikusunose5053]

How wonderful is this song! Long live Kyu Sakamoto!きゅうちゃん最高ですよね～！

[@okeepam1]

My 5 yr daughter was singing along with a chinese song todayin the car,so I had to find this to show her what this old man listened to in 1963.It eyes are all well up now,and I will continue to come back and listen.I remember the news when he died how he wrote a letter to his daughter on the plane before crash.In my mind I thought maybe it was ten years ago,but 1985?Hard to believe how fast time passes when your having fun.From me to all a good time for all.

[@123RavenW]

He was awesome. I wish I could understand what his wife was saying. My heart to his family.

[@karakorum2007]

I don´t understand anything she says in Japanese, but I think the most important of the message is reflected in her nice smiling, as the same her husband used to do. No doubt they are still deeply connected.

[@vetb882]

+karakorum2007 exactly. :D the joy on his face, his God-given talent shared with the world.

[@unoesachiko1935]

+karakorum2007 She said in the video,"Thank you for the precious video that my husband appeared on American TV show.I'll show it to my daughters later."

[@BrotherHairless]

+さうの Thank you for the translation. Showing my age but I remember sitting in front of the TV watching this beautiful song being sung by him. The tune and his smiling face has stayed with me all these years. Disclaimer: P.S. The angry Eagle does not apply to this video or persons involved. Blessings!

[@karakorum2007]

+さうの Thanks , dude! Kind regards!

[@peterkay7458]

さうの thank you for explaining....i once heard the letter he wrote to her before the plane crashed and it was one of the most moving things i have ever heard....she was really worthy of that letter from what i am seeing and how gracious she is..thanks again

[@ravenofno]

I love the song. Tragic end. He loved...truly loved..his wife.

[@Knards]

On August 12, 1985, Kyu Sakamoto died in the crash of Japan Airlines Flight 123, the deadliest single-aircraft accident in history, and the second deadliest plane crash in history behind the double Boeing 747 collision of the March 1977 Tenerife airport disaster. He is interred at Chōkoku-ji Temple in Minato, Tokyo.[7]

[@flashesofblack4128]

I have watched CGI replays of the last few minutes of flight 123. That crippled Boeing 747 went through wild gyrations as those pilots tried in vain to control the airliner but that was completely impossible due to complete loss of hydraulics. Those brave pilots fought the good flight to the end. I just wonder how horrifying it was for those pour souls on board. The had to know that they were going to die. So very sad for Mr. Sakamoto and the rest of the passengers. RIP Mr. Sakamoto as well as your fellow passengers and crew.

[@Knards]

If you look for another version of it the lyrics are here on you tube. Its a beautiful song and will make you cry

[@georgewallot7739]

Makes me cry in Japanese.

[@desert3347]

I loved this song when I was in High School 1964. I didn't know what he was saying, but we all knew it was a "Sad Love Song"..................rip.....

[@isorokudono]

If you don't know, Sukiyaki is one of the best tastes in the world......

[@gft2055]

Thank you for sharing. Very touching.

[@junkihidaki4863]

最近随分もてはやされてるkpopはすぐ忘れ去られるが、この歌は永遠に人々の心に残る。本当にいい曲ってこういうのだと思う。

[@imapple8956]

なんでそうやって他を貶めるのかなぁ…

[@fenderaxe]

this is my all time favorite melody and love song. Kyo married a very sweet lady as you can see from her interview. i wish i knew what everyone was saying and the part about his appearence on Steve Allen, which i remember slightly as well as Jack Parr. Sreve Allen also did a great PBS series called Meeting of Minds a roundtable of famous people from history played in character by some of the great actors of the 70's it was amazing too.

[@BlackAdder-wp6dn]

Brings back such strong emotions of a time of healing, prosperity, and endless possibilities!

[@タカヨシ-b3i]

ビルボードのアジア人で１位は、メンバーではBTSに更新されたが2023年現在でもソロでは九ちゃんが60年記録破られてない！

[@richardpenner9008]

Study your history, I also love the Japanese people & their culture, I'm married to a wonderful Japanese lady, we have 2 great kids, 3 grand kids & 5 great grand kids.

[@debwilson5236]

He was a wonderful singer my heart goes out to his family x

[@gamegake7800]

RiP Kyu Sakamoto.. I'miss you...

[@大蛇丸-j9t]

Walking up and walking is the best song for me Before l was born Sakamoto Kyu!!!!!!😊 departed the world but I have aIways Loved Sakamoto Kyu！！！

[@burritos1000]

I think the video of the Japanese show that featured Kyu's wife was 1998 and in that show, they showed the clip from Steve Allen Show, which was in the '60's. Also, in the Japanese show, they mention that it has been 13 years since he passed away.

[@MrHualienese]

This song means more to me than any other I have heard in my entire existence here on Earth. Kyu left a precious gift to his wife (first) and to a hundred million others. If I had some way to take back the grief that he and his fellow passengers suffered on that fateful flight, then I would do it. God might not be really perfect; mybe He made a mistake, just the the rest of us often do.

[@apilgrim4919]

Perhaps the most effective ambassador for Japan after the war.

[@ciaoamoremio777]

The best entertainer in Japan...I still remember that day when he was called to the Heaven...

[@liastalard40]

Everytime I here this song I cry!

[@MinecraftPlaniac24]

This is like the 1963 gangnam style because nobody could understand it. Much better than gangnam style though in my opinion.

[@splenderella9]

Cardtrix etc. "Gangnam style" is a DANCE song - and it's KOREAN!! There's NO comparison between the two!

[@StefveoX]

+Penguin Lover lol how dare you compare gangnam style to this... This is an actual song my friend

[@Shodansixtyone]

Great song - wonderful entertainer who left us all to soon - domo for the memories

[@pinedelgado4743]

Kyu had a long way to go yet when he was killed in Japan Air Flight 123 in 1985. Thank "Kyu" for the memories, Mr. Sakamoto!!!

[@fernandochevarriavucetich5671]

KYU UN GENIO EN SU INTERPRETACION

[@inkey2]

I actually remember the night he was on the steve allen show

[@HoshizakiYoshimasa]

Kyu Sakimoto and Steve Allen R.I.P.

[@spectrumlocalb191]

THERE IS ANOTHER VIDEO OF KYU FROM THE STEVE ALLEN SHOW THAT HAS BEEN REEDITED TO PUT THE ORIGINAL RECORDING TO KYU'S APPEARENCE BUT WHAT YOUR HEARING HERE IS KYU ACTUALLY SINGING LIVE. IF ANYONE HAS THE FULL STEVE ALLEN ACTUAL VIDEO WITH KYU SINGING FOR REAL PLEASE UPLOAD ON YOU TUBE. THANKS

[@joseulloa9060]

Hermosa canción!! y muy bella su esposa.

[@kazuhiroyamamoto0930]

素晴らしい‼️

[@bitfreakazoid]

In this live version he sounds a lot like Johnny Rivers. Took me a while to figure out who his voice was reminding me of. I was about to go crazy when it all of a sudden hit me. 3:01 - Japanese Regis Philbin? lol

[@okeepam1]

My 5 yr daughter was singing along with a chinese today,so I had to find this to show her what this old man listened to in 1963.It eyes are all well up now,and I will continue to come back and listen.I remember the news when he died how he wrote a letter to his daughter on the plane before crash.In my mind I thought maybe it was ten years ago,but 1985?Hard to believe how fast time passes when your having fun.From me to all a good time for all.

[@vagnerfonseca2354]

Claro não deu para entender essa entrevista, mais da para perceber que se trata das passagem do saudoso Liu Sakamoto, é me parece que essa japonesa seria sua esposa, deve ser muito doloroso saber que seu marido morreu desse acidente aéreo trágico, deixa para ela um bilhete que ele escreveu segundo o que dizem, ele escreveu dentro da Aeronave que ele sabia que estava para colidir com o solo, teve muita coragem para mesmo estando já na beira da.morte escrever para a esposa. Eu imagino a agonia que ele deve ter sentido, claro digo isso a todos os passageiros, porque todos à bordo estavam consciente que não iriam sobreviver. Repito, muito triste o ser humano se ver numa situação que a única opção é aguardar a morte. Que Deus apesar de já ter passado 35 anos do trágico acidente da Japam Air Line mais mesmo assim peço ao NOSSO GRANDE DEUS QUE ILUMINE P ESPIRITO DESSAS PESSOAS QUE PASSARAM ESSE TERROR, ACABANDO DE PERDER SUAS VIDAS, DEUS SEMPRE CONFORTANDO, FIQUEM COM DEUS!!!!

[@wuzhenzhen1102]

This song is one of my favourite song, I do not understand the meaning at all. The song is very nice, the way Kyu sang also very unique with whistle . So 👍👍👍

[@김태현-c5y]

He is a Good Singer

[@TheApocalypseNine]

If Britain had Freddie Mercury, Then Japan had this here Kyu Sakamoto. What do they both have in common? Wonderful songs, Wonderful singing voices. I'm VERY thankful to be taking Japanese classes after a 2-year determined wait, And I'm happy to know good music like Kyu's Masterpieces, along with a few One Ok Rock songs I found from a friend. After discovering the One Ok Rock songs, I went to go see if there was any other great Japanese music, thus introducing me to Kyu-San. I was shocked to then learn this dude died in JAL123. Darn you, Tailstrike, And Darn you, poor maintenance/repairs.

[@PapagenoMF]

Are you kidding? The songs are great, but his voice is absolutely terrible. Are you seriously comparing him to Freddy Mercury???

[@victoriaojeda6814]

Un artista maravilloso,simpatico ,es un niño feliz.Hoy una bella voz que canta en los cielos para Dios.

[@deeteedub]

@jwjwmarcum - Taste of Honey had an excellent, pretty song that borrowed the melody and structure of "Ue O Muite Arukou," by Kyu Sakamoto, but it wasn't a translation. It's not even close to the actual translation of the song. "Sukiyaki" is something that was chosen to appeal to an American audience, the actual title translates to "I look up when I walk so the tears won't fall." Isn't that a more beautiful and romantic title?

[@michaelflores5286]

Sung with such innocence , compared to the stuff today...

[@robertdamico1]

Beautiful!

[@shimasamba]

Im learning this song on guitar and teach my kids

[@uraniademarroquin8438]

Se le escucha muy bonito a capela,es que tenia una voz linda😢

[@dahur]

Sure wish a Japanese person would translate this, I'd really like to know what his wife was saying.

[@raulvigomosquera2691]

Rest in Peace, Kyu Sakamoto: Nam Mioho Renge Kyo.

[@wpghi5]

That smile! Plus he was funny 2! And all that was taken when he was among the 520 ppl who perished in that tragic plane crash on Aug. 12 1985!

[@valentine0591]

@ceinsltd ありがとう Thank you for the translation.

[@CandiedCloverFlowers]

@xtiml The way I see this song is like this: the hardships that come with life ( relationship troubles, troubles with the self, etcetera) are the ones that make us sad. But there is so much humanity in pain and sadness. So this song has more than sadness. It's sad because one can feel so alone (hittori "one person), but thank goodness we can experience it all and keep "walking with our eyes turned upwards" towards the next stage in life. It's a celebratory song. : )

[@hollyjollydog]

In 1971, Sakamoto married Japanese actress Yukiko Kashiwagi that was his mom and his translator he was 21 in 1963

[@josenygoliveira]

obrigado por enviar adoro esta musica...

[@siobhancosgrove7464]

REST IN PEACE KYU AND ALSO TO THE OTHERS WHO DIED IN THE PLANE CRASH

[@framboise3777]

ビルボードってこんな昔からあったのかと言う事と、この有名な日本の曲がビルボード全米一位になってたという事にWでびっくりした。

[@franciscoespinozavera6279]

Sakamoto sukiyaki gran canción

[@thaqifazumi4001]

I knew him from reading more about JAL123 crash. He was mentioned on Wikipedia, I was wondering "what's so special about this guy?" And that's how I feel in love with his songs.

[@MrPeterpott]

It's amazing the number of singers who die in aeroplane crashes.

[@sergiopajaro1243]

Una gran cancion que traspasa las barreras del idioma no hablo nipon pero eso no me impide emocionarme al oir esta cancion y gracias por su talento Kio sakamoto QPD

[@candrafortunacandrafortuna1555]

Good people

[@paulmetzler1946]

kyu Sakamoto, Wink, Akb48 and others conquered the west with love, Diddyboper

[@ピノサン-b5n]

歌が上手いですね。21才で全米１位はスゴいです(^-^ まさか日航機123便で亡くなるとは、、イルミの逆鱗に触れちゃったのかな…

[@vivianaespina2890]

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