Self-introduction and the "true reason" why we’re doing YouTube

[@taz2906]

That idealism is inspiring and why we are all here, Shogo-san. You're doing great; keep it up! Congrats on 100k.

[@dmfuerte]

I believe in your dream, Shogo! Congratulations on your achievements!

[@WeRWinx]

You're truly a rare gem Shogo, thank you for the video and sharing the struggles you went thru to get where you are now.

[@ayabaheera]

"The nail that sticks too much cannot be hammered by anyone because you're too high in the sky." I like that! Much respect!

[@kazper765]

Like Katana, you were forged in the fire of life and came out strong and flexible.

[@lightrain128]

🤢🤮

[@nudl3Zz]

Katana aren't felxible, the bend

[@kazper765]

@@nudl3Zz lol ok 👌 🤣

[@Diglett_Dude]

😎

[@culdanie]

Phoenix

[@trevorhaken428]

My brother, Cousin and I took your Kyoto Samurai Experience 2 summers ago! It was a highlight of our trip. Hope all is well, thanks for the great content.

[@MGodfrey]

Your goals are wonderful and I am happy to come along on this journey with you!

[@lordvmm6076]

You and your family are such lovely people, I have really enjoyed and learned a lot from the content on your channel. keep up the good work my friend!

[@spindrycycle]

You and your wife and friend have done an incredible and inspiring thing in making this channel. I am a 62 year old American living in 茅ヶ崎市　and I find your channel very accessible and I will also refer my English students to this channel as a touchstone for discussions. Thanks.

[@Konfizry]

You mentioned living in Hiroshima and attending Funairi High School in a previous video as well as this one and it surprised me (in a good way!) My High School in France also had (and still has?) a partnership with Funairi ! (though you didn't mention France as one of the countries you visited, so I guess you didn't take French there) Really happy to hear you had a good time in Funairi; we had the pleasure to meet some students from there, and they were all so fun and kind! Anyway thank you for your hard work and general wholesomeness!! Your videos always bring a smile to my face :))

[@benjamintobies4227]

すごい！ 困難な人生の道は、道を歩く人に毎日太陽が再び昇るということを教えてくれるので、完璧な道です。 あなたには素晴らしいビジョンがあります👍👍👍私はあなたをサポートします。 また、問題について聞いてとてもうれしく思います。 私は日本をよく見ますが、多くの場合、ポジティブなものだけが示されています。 来年は初めて日本に旅行します。 あなたのビデオは、私の道を見つけるのに大いに役立ちます。

[@RJH_LIL]

Ready and waiting 👌

[@zankouh_wd1285]

Let's Go!! Shogo for Mayor of Kyoto city!

[@Yaimdan]

To be honest, I really like your english. I'm a New Yorker and it's pretty refreshing/calming to hear you talk.

[@coldlama8370]

This is where the fun begins.

[@teresitasaif2212]

I love how simple and sincere you were in talking about yourself.

[@Rain-wu3dn]

I am so happy for you! You deserve this for all the hard work you did. I really enjoy your videos, please keep making them!

[@gwillis01]

It's so sad when a country refuses to revitalize itself by being open to new ideas. Looking at an old problem from a new angle often leads to refreshing new ideas that are unusual in a good way.

[@NathalieO]

Shogo for president ! Good luck to you! You look well rested for a new dad! I love your work!

[@eddiebraggjr3281]

I love this video and all your videos Shogo!! You have inspired me to when my fiancée and I can travel again to make a channel like yours only for the Philippine culture. My fiancée is Filipino.

[@crazydutch3393]

You will always have my support. Keep it up 👍

[@franciccina8569]

You have a beautiful and strong purpose for your future! I hope to you and your family the best! And like we say "who endure the suffering will win at the end"! Love from Italy!

[@verkencreative8809]

I've just found your channel and learned about your story, it's very inspiring. Love your channel, Shogo!

[@ar_thelia]

Ah that video about harakiri, that video suddenly appear on my recomended video, and i have a homework about it so, i watch it, like it, and subscribe ur channel. Thank you very much, your content help me a lot 😁

[@mishapurser4439]

I'm really glad you're in a good and secure place now

[@rafaelkoga5762]

I liked your vision, and how you want the future to be! 頑張ってくださいね！

[@Nitro1000]

Your dream is worth fighting for and you have a plan to achieve it. Keep up the great work

[@ninamikhailova6956]

When this cool, knowledgeable and accomplished man with lots of experience turns out to be my junior by one month. I am shook.

[@khairisyafi5005]

Thank you Shogo-san.

[@youngimperialistmkii]

I have so much respect and admiration for you and Harumi Shogo. Your story and ambition is truly inspiring😀👍

[@mdzohio]

I love your channel because it is very educational and informative iwith a direct easy to understand style

[@azabujuban-hito-dake]

Im amaze that you could persevere from that hardships !! And congratulation for reaching more than 100K subscribers !

[@katerinak4164]

You have a noble goal. I wish you all the success! Your videos are wonderful!

[@Daangalf]

KZbin recommended your channel when I watched something about katanas (I have a beautiful replica sword myself). I binged-watched a couple of your vids right then and there, and subscribed. Your content is varied and engaging. You seem like an honest, determined, truthfull, very kind and fun person. You've got a lovely family and I admire that you have never given up despite the difficulties you had to endure. Keep up the good work! It's cool to have a Japanese friend in Kyoto ;)

[@terryenby2304]

I identify very strongly with your positive, honest energy. Thank you so much for all your work! I love your videos!! And your family and company is awesome.

[@TwixyNo]

I am from Michigan and my mom used to love getting Imlay City potatoes. For her, nothing compared.

[@yugotime1598]

I have learned a bunch from you. I appreciate all the time and dedication you apply to the channel.

[@guadalupedelconsuelomartin5724]

Shogo, you ad your family are incredible people! Congratulations and be always blessed! From a friend in Mexico City!

[@josephdelacruz6830]

You're awesome, man.

[@peterneilsen4886]

Thank you for your honesty, it’s very courageous to open up so much, I’m glad things turned around for you and your family, and look forward to watching more of your content.

[@ShadowSiren88]

I'm excited for your next videos! My fiancee and I are using your channel to help guide and plan our honeymoon in 2023!

[@Naheleniel]

Huuuuge respect Shogo-sensei! 🙏🏻 You have my full support on this amazing exciting path! Take care 👏🏻

[@ななき-l8d]

I’m so glad this channel exist. Thank you for all your efforts Yamaguchi-san.

[@PCS1LDV]

Your channel offers much to those who will listen. Thank you for your efforts.

[@jasonleupold7970]

You are proof that it doesn't always have to be done the way it always has been. I hope you achieve your dream.

[@CEOofAn]

Hello, The premiere just ended. It was great! Thanks!!

[@katyBlackat]

This is a wonderful idea 💡👏, yes, you can do it and we'll be here to help you my friend 😊

[@ararebeast]

I'm touched to see Shogo thriving in a very different path than the one society wants him to walk, it gives me hope for my own life, in my own way. Though, with all the excitement past Shogo had over 100,000 subscribers, he's in for a big surprise in a year's time!

[@micahhackler5978]

I enjoy your videos so very much! You come across as as a very well spoken, and articulate sophisticated individual. I feel privileged to have found your work! Thank you!

[@Diglett_Dude]

Fantastic work so far Shogo, you are inspirational!

[@zsorosebud]

I loved Kyoto since I went there on a Holiday (I did't travel to Tokyo in order to stay more days in Kyoto, btw). You're doing a great job talking about Kyoto, japanese culture and social issues. You are also helping me writing about my samurai original character and his environmet, so thank you! Yours is one of my favourite youtube channels. Congrats from Galiza!

[@kathrynsargent5769]

Very inspiring! And I love that you offer an objective viewpoint, instead of only offering the beauty of Japan. I’m a big fan of individualism, and I know it can be difficult, so I admire you for your determination.

[@operaanimelover369]

Shogo, brother, I am really happy to have been acquainted with you as a wonderfully fine content creator. Your content about Japanese culture has helped me open my mind about all the intricacies, challenging topics, and astounding topics you have covered. By the way, brother, your eloquence, classiness, and manner always make me return to your channel with everything it has to offer. I wish you a lot of love, joy, and prosperity in everything you do.

[@chrisl5156]

Yours is a very interesting channel Shogo-san. Thank you for providing this useful information. And the best part is the way that you very clearly enunciate and explain everything. This is very rare on KZbin.

[@pappysprite]

You have a wonderful personality and I enjoy your videos. I have had the pleasure to visit Japan for several days and thoroughly enjoyed everyone I met. Everyone was so kind and respectful. I love the Japanese culture. Thank you

[@NightDawnDusk]

This man has really good content

[@catdaddy8603]

Thank you for sharing about your experience and your family and congratulations on 100,000 subscribers. I'm sorry you went through that financial hardship, but it sounds like you worked hard and turned it around. Ganbatte kudasai! I appreciate your unbiased look at Japan and Japanese culture. America has far more than it needs at the moment. My initial kendo/iaido sensei was very old school Japanese even though he lives in the US, which included some of the negative cultural aspects you mentioned. So, we parted ways and I've moved to a new dojo where the sensei is both good and kind. I think you have a very noble outlook and goal and I wish you the best of luck.

[@FQuainton]

I love your videos. I really appreciate the work that you put into making them! Thank you.

[@NathalieO]

Well done Shogo!! I love your channel! I’d love to visit!!!

[@andreamattis4785]

Shogo-san I like your educated and non-biased way to introduce the Japanese culture. Some "you tubers" just care about the amount of viewers naming their videos like "why Japan sxxcxs" or things like that, that is extremly rude and makes no sense to me. Thank you for your introduction and for making these videos! By the way, I'm a huge fan of Kabuki theater. My biggest dream is return to Japan as soon as possible to watch Kabuki again. It breaks my heart that the borders are closed.

[@jokyng]

I’ve been enjoying the channel so far. How about doing a musical performance video with your friends? You can promote them too.

[@jfqzx]

I've been enjoying your channel so much. I'm so glad things worked out for you after that tough spell. I saw the video of your marriage and you must have been so stressed and frustrated when your plans got affected by something uncontrollable. お疲れ様でした! これからも頑張ってください!

[@tmwk__]

I’m really sorry to hear about your business due to Covid-19. That really hit me hard. But anyway, glad to hear you’re staying afloat. I love your KZbin channel. Keep doing a good job of being a hard worker and a provider for your family. Respect.

[@guygirard4274]

Wow Shogo , it's awesome to learn more about your own history . You are such a positive person , you make me smile with every video , I love the fact that you are able to talk about social problems . One of my oldest dreams ( I'm almost 38 now ) is to come to Japan and see it for myself , you can be sure that if I succeed to travel to Japan , I want to meet you in person . Keep on the great job that you do and don't give up your dreams , don't let the older generation grind you down :) cheers from Québec, Canada

[@hansindp4914]

That was very heartwarming hearing about your stories. I wish you all the best on this adventure Shogo!

[@garydell2023]

Shogo-san this was a positive video. Open, honest, your goals are clearly stated. Sounds good to me. Arigato.

[@thomasrobson6370]

The journey is what's important, not the distention. The journey better yourself, both the ups and downs, the bumps and bruises help you grow.

[@vittoriomaximum6548]

Listening to your story and goals made my day. Blessings!

[@ericdusemund9332]

Greetings from Germany, thanks a million for u time and work. I love learning about japan and its culture

[@art3mis196]

Ready and waiting as well

[@jackiemainard2576]

Your perseverance is inspiring. I love the way you explain things and I hope you have continued success!!!

[@almothaffar6228]

I wish you the best my friend

[@Dmoon1234]

Thanks for sharing. You have found your calling. Maybe one day I’ll be able to visit Kyoto too.

[@blaeckingceorl4161]

You're a real great man. I wish one day I can be as great in spirit as you, my friend.

[@leelee1286]

So inspiring! I am subscribed! Let’s change the world for the better! 🙏🏾

[@nez5732]

your goal for january 2022 (110k subscribers) is already completed! dream bigger shogo, we're here to support you!

[@FrostyS0001]

Keep up the good work, I’ll be sure to support you along the way. ))

[@judemenrietorres5365]

I am having fun and learned at the same time. I thank you for making this channel. Watching your videos from Philippines. 😊

[@aiteall6018]

Go with all speed Shogo, you have my full support!

[@lavayuki]

I love Japan and am enjoying your channel! I’ve been to Japan a few times before but your channel has made me want to again as I’ve learn a lot more new things from you :) Your goals are very heartwarming

[@kenninast]

You really are an inspiring, great human being! I really am awed by your vision! 頑張って、下さい！！！

[@jaythebassnerd6037]

Congratulations! Your genuine kindness is something really special and inspiring. Best wishes from Iowa.

[@простослухаю]

i was grateful to learn about this channel, keep it up and we will be there for you

[@36137]

I love it!!! 🤩 So interesting videos, and also good that you bring up both good and bad things about Japan!

[@stephenaitcheson6626]

すばらしいメセージ。SHOGO行きましょう。頑張って！！

[@stephenaitcheson6626]

@JustAMotobug おまえなんか誰??。。。。😂😄😂😄

[@oz3578]

Despite your hardships it’s great that you keep a smile, that’s strength.

[@SleepingTiger-vlog]

Sounds like you have a very cool vision and I believe it will be a wonderful asset and success.

[@G0dgrave]

This is a wonderful video and you're a wonderful guy Shojo I believe in your vision! Subscribed

[@Aikibiker1]

I wish you luck on your journey. Your dream sounds great, never give it up.

[@darren5597]

I love that Shogo is so dramatic

[@Napalm-Eyes]

I’m so inspired by you, Shogo! Thank you for sharing your story. You have an incredibly strong spirit and your enthusiasm is contagious-I subbed so fast! Thank you for all your hard work, and I wish you and your family all the best life has to offer! Maybe one day I will be able to visit Japan and say hello to you in person! :) PS I grew up in Ohio and had family in Michigan, it’s a beautiful state!

[@wenandc1503]

I hope your channel keep on growing and able to make enough money for your family and debth😁

[@kdefensemartialarts8097]

Way to go!

[@DreaLightrider]

You are such a good person and great father!

[@sparkplug1018]

I can appreciate that you want to preserve the culture, while at the same time improving Japan as a whole, that is a truly noble goal. On the subject of creating a better environment, could you do a video on the whaling and over fishing of tuna? Not entirely sure why it is still so prevalent, and is anything being done to change these things?

[@catherinekasiewicz8683]

Wonderful goals. I truly enjoy your channel.

[@dionanderson8185]

Shogo, This is a great channel thank you.

[@sianeka6379]

Idealist? Yes, you are. But that is such a beautiful thing! Great luck to you!

[@pienvdende]

Congratulations on the 100k subscribers!

[@Fenrisson]

I really wish I could meet you and have some katana lessons. But money is short and I can't travel. You are one of the most inspiring persons I ever known.