MEET THE JAPANESE RODNEY MULLEN

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SONGS IN ORDER
INTRO: BEGINNINGS - THE TOWER OF LIGHTS
SECOND Song: Sweet Thing
Music by: CreatorMix.com
Introduction Masahiro song: Visons
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Tokyo non skate footage Song: Mellow
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Warm Up Session song: Conny Kramer
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Next Song: Broken Music Box
Masahiro Session Song: Mission to Mars - Audio Hertz
Yuta Song: Starcrasher - Tracktribe
Friend Session Song: Adversities
Artist: Owl Nest
Music by: CreatorMix.com

[@inkfingers]

I’m also a 51 year old freestyler, and though I’m nowhere near as good as Masahiro, this video was SO inspiring! Never give up!

[@timetravelingguy]

the fact that the dad looks so young makes it seem like they are best friends, but they are really father and son and i think thats so beautiful

[@Tikkanier]

Му parents могопс

[@eerbrev]

HUGE props for putting yourself out there and not just Learning Japanese, but learning it well enough that you can conduct a basic interview with these two greats in their home language. Language learning is tough, and Japanese is quite difficult.

[@blackadipocere]

I agree, I was impressed. It's super respectful too. If you're going to go to another country I feel like you should at least try to learn a little of the language. Jonny did a great job. I'm currently learning Japanese on my own and I really appreciated the hiragana subtitles when they were doing the interview.

[@kylespevak6781]

Actually literally every other language besides English is pretty easy. The only thing I heard about Japanese is the writing system but then it becomes a cheat code because kanji are kind of like emoji, they carry meaning instead of pronunciation

[@TheSkaterFriend]

@@kylespevak6781 that may be true for writing/reading, but makes it harder to speak IMO

[@joshuasparks-q5w]

English is actually one of the easier languages to learn like Spanish. With the most difficult languages being sino Asian ones Slavic ones.​@@kylespevak6781 Hardest languages are Korean, ukranian, Russian , Chinese especially if English is your first language.

[@Dr-puppenstein]

​@TheSkaterFriend you don't even have to be able to read Kanji to be able to learn or speak it

[@Dirk_Berserk]

ollie into pogo is insane

[@a.r.4822]

All I could think of was "rip balls"

[@Dirk_Berserk]

I am sure that many credit cards happened while learning how to do this

[@alejandroramirez4470]

His son was doing great too. Among many tricks it looked like he did a 720 pop shove-it.

[@UnusualElan]

@@a.r.4822 Good job he already has kids then lol

[@kylemcintosh9668]

That's my go to trick as well -- been doing it for 36 years off and on, and never credit carded myself (yet)

[@evilcorp]

Honestly this is the most lovely video Ive seen of yours (and I watch most) - the connection you have with the people you're visiting and your understated desire to connect with them on their own ground by learning the langauge is a real testament to who you are as a person, let alone a skateboarder. Really loved this story dude x

[@fartsndarts]

100%

[@IanMcGarr]

This was phenomenal, this is why I love this channel. So positive and no ego or agenda. Thank you. I've never seen anything like it. Brilliant.

[@dstutz]

This is some incredible footage Jonny. You should be proud of this video

[@itachi1341212]

Every skater dads dream, to skate with their children

[@citystars1117]

100000%

[@herrerajoey2]

I am living that dream. I went without my 19yo son today though. I also ate shit and am suffering right now. Falling hurts so much worse at 41

[@citystars1117]

@@herrerajoey2 I been trying to get my 7 year old daughter to pick up a skateboard, but she’s gotta have more of her polish mother in her because she has zero balance, lmfao. We keep working at it tho!

[@ngiordano75]

@@citystars1117 I had trouble getting my daughter to enjoy skating because she was so light. I got her a shorter 7.75 Santa Cruz deck, loosened truck, but turning was so difficult her her. She ended up putting down the board for a while. Lately I've been using my deck any moment I can. On our way from the school bus stop today I asked if she wanted to get on and I would help guide her. She got on, I held her hand, and a bright smile brightened her face. Just a casual stroll. It was very clear we both lit up the street because every passing driver had the biggest smiles on their faces as well. She asked me to set up her deck 🛹🤟

[@ngiordano75]

@@herrerajoey2 yeah it sure does. But don't forget, it sucked when you were a kid too. Never grow up. I'm 49 and still healing fine

[@valtterihiltunen5700]

Japanese being so natural in their approach to skateboarding is amazing to see. It warms my soul when they all join in for a session for fun.

[@Sigmund_Fraud]

skateboarding is so beautiful in slow mo! the proprioception of good skaters is perfection, poetry in motion. street art.

[@deadbeat-vc9kg]

Proprioception? I think this is the first time I've ever seen or heard anyone outside of a classroom use this word. 😆 I predict some google searches coming.

[@chrisclouds4182]

Just looked it up and now I also understand kinesthesia better😂

[@followsuittrading]

How have i just found this channel. This was so incredible and the vibes were so positive i damn near teared up 😊 i hope Rodney sees this!

[@random40s]

You do not give yourself enough props man. I know some of these kids do crazy stuff, but you have to sit back sometimes and realize you have done stuff they might never do. Age happens. It happens to you everyone, but knowledge is infinite. Please never forget that. You are, and legitimately will always be a legend to many people. I know you will never stop doing crazy stuff, and that is inspirational to so many people. Thank you for all you do.

[@guiru_tv]

This is actually better than anything on Netflix today. Incredible content, incredible vibe!

[@rks5457]

It's good for KZbin. Wouldn't cut it on netflix or any real production.

[@なぎ-b1y]

すごない？ フリースタイルのシーン追っかけてるわけじゃないけど、シンプルにレベルの高さにびっくりした。 そんなことよりすっげー良いフィルムだ。

[@K4g4m1]

This is the best video you have done on your channel so far in my humble opinion. Incredible skating throughout and the people featured were all incredible too.

[@CaptainJimp]

Bro I'm not in the skateboarding scene anymore but I'm seeing the board be used in new and inventive ways in this video in terms of freestyle that makes me so, so excited that the skill ceiling for a piece of wood with 4 wheels is literally non-existent. Thank you for this Jonny.

[@poerava]

This was a really special video. And GREAT editing. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@musicmotifdatabase665]

Now Need to do a Duo with him and Rodney Together. Also that kid reaction at 1:11 it's priceless🤣

[@YorraPenae]

Been steadily waiting for that one

[@GlassOfWater87]

What a wholesome father and son relationship. Many of us barely know/knew our dads, myself included. Japan is also always +1 in my book.

[@xOGxSE7ENx]

I’ve been skateboarding for 40 years and my son for 20 years. One of the best gifts to receive in this world, a father and son skating together! Blessings to you all! ❤

[@chrisclouds4182]

Ive never replayed so many parts over and over in a youtube video. Even with the slow mo it was hard at first to see the complexity of those tricks. I really like all of their individual styles, they seem like super cool and good folks. Great vid!

[@Sabith01]

This kind of skating has always been my favourite. While the flipidipedy 360's that they do at the Berrics are super tough and require a lot of work and talent to pull off, these odd ball tricks are so much more fun for me. Seeing a trick and going "wait........ what???" is what I love in skate videos. These guys, Rodney Mullen, Alexander Rademaker, Richie Jackson is what I love to see. Thanks for sharing what these guys do.

[@zero_nochi6881]

Their vibes are just so warming, japanese freestyle is on another level and its amazing to watch

[@QuincyKane]

That was some amazing skating! Great video!

[@BucksBe]

I'm here for the Masahiro vs. Mullen freestyle video 😎 But your dedication to learning the language is impressive. Once again, you killed it 🙌

[@Bevtone]

Great vid, I love the creativity these japanese skaters bring, many years ago I got into Gou Miyagi and he had me looking at skating in a whole new way!

[@kylespevak6781]

Awesome learning Japanese and trying to interview. It's a lot harder to speak in practice than when studying, but Japanese people are always cool and will help

[@heathstory9655]

This was incredible to see. It’s awesome to see that you guys are keeping the freestyle scene alive!!! My son and I want to go to Japan so bad.

[@Ascendancy-]

i absolutely love these types of videos from you Jonny. the Japanese are such wonderful people. and freestyle skating is and always has been my favorite kind of skating. amazing video man

[@a.r.4822]

Nicht nur das Video an sich ist nice, sondern auch wie gut hier gefilmt, geschitten und bearbeitet wurde. Hat zwar 'n anderer Kommentar schon gesagt, aber du kannst echt stolz auf den Upload hier sein, Jonny. LG ausm Allgäu

[@claywilson6149]

This is a fantastic video . I couldn't contain my grin . I love Japan !! . Great camerawork . Subscribed !!

[@TiltedBry]

Incredible stuff. Great video. Cool to learn about these 2. And that skating on the outside edge of the wheels thang? WOW!!!

[@IronMannara]

Jonny these videos are incredible, from the skating to editing . Everything incredible. Beautiful . Thank you.

[@OllyRobertss]

Living the dream. Beautiful video Jonny. The caliber of skating in this video is beyond phenomenal

[@afkbender3686]

it is beautiful filming, high skill flatground, and great editing. gj to all in the team and the skaters. Art with Less Disturbance.

[@courier11sec]

Jonny thank you for your videos. I'm grateful to be aware of these incredible skateboarders you often showcase. 🙏

[@urbanrollerBA]

this channel is the best in quality of shoots! the angle, the slowmo, the stabilized shoots.

[@mr.dadskates1068]

and this is why I continue skating. thanks for sharing this!

[@adamcrary1602]

Amazing. Saw this one a while back.. glad it popped back up. There was a city to city tour in the 80s of Frisbee, Hacky Sack and Freestyle Skateboarding that came through Pittsburgh. I forget exactly what it was called … i think Mullen was one of the demonstrators .. i had no idea bout freestyle skateboarding b4 that. This is so next level- amazing how skating has advanced over 5 decades…👍🏻🤟🏻✌🏻!

[@MrEricdraco]

The joy in that young man is what everyone in the world deserves to have 💪💪💪❤️❤️❤️

[@JordanHowellMusic]

Ths is amzing. I have never seen one of your videos before and I hope whatever ailments you’re feeling keep getting much more healed! Cause you are lookin smooth as heck here. But….of course you know I’m gonna say, these father and son are carving up the streets like a jackhammer team. Amazing how inventive masahiro is and also tho he sneaks in a couple like straight up 80s Tony hawk spins and flat ground stuff …if you catch it! This is just amazing! At least I can play music pretty well, which, gave me excuse to not skateboard as much because I either did both . . .and broke bones, then could do neither (really it was rollerblading doing a 540 off a plastic ramp and broke my elbow bad…😮) ! Or, play music professionally and let the naturals at skating do their thing and go cheer you all on. Not that drumming 6 hrs a day can’t give you carpal tunnel or arthritis if you don’t also do stretches , learn proper technique, and respect your body and your instrument….. And your elders and mentors!!! 😁 Cheers from Philadelphia, USA! (Home of what used to be Love Park where that “L-O-V-E” statue you filmed is originally from and th park was in Tony hawk pro skater 2!! I was 10 when I went to my first riot and protest and it was for them trying to demolish the park!…..they eventually did. Okay. History lesson, over. たくさんの愛：ジョーダン

[@rutlandcitybikes9729]

This was rad to see! They both are kill'n it! I'm 50 and still skate regularly. Def helps keep us young and healthy! From mind to body.

[@kranikbrand]

Your videos are put together so well... this is one of the best.

[@andyukh1625]

Possibly the best friendship a young man could have with his father ! And man, can these guys skate……. Respect ✊🏾

[@bigwhoopdave]

Come for the good vibes, stay for the joy, inclusivity, insane skills, respect, humbleness… and smooth video production skills. 10/10 Jonny. Thank you for inspiring skaters and non-skaters alike 🙏

[@vivlux]

Such joyful, passionate, and wholesome people. They look like such a blast to be around.

[@patdee5239]

What a beautiful experience. Thanks for sharing, Jonny.

[@abehme]

Love how cool, laid back and warm/welcoming they both are. Great vibes here!

[@L.C.tv843]

Johhny speaking Japanese to break the launguage barrier was awesome, 👍👍👍 i didn't expect that!!! Seems like a very hard launguage to pick up on!!!

[@kryptic3646]

So impressive! ...and yeah, my knees are still broken regardless how techy Masahiro gets haha! Such a fun watch, thank you.

[@googleedwardbernays6455]

Great editing btw. On top of everytging else that you manage to nail in this , you nailed the editing. So sick.

[@yourboyconnor]

The amount of times I've rewound this video is nuts. These guys are bonkers

[@avail64]

Incredible skating from Masahiro (and Jonny); love the creativity. Can we start a petition to get @RodneyMullen on the Jonny Giger show? Invite Masahiro too

[@zzzHamez]

Beautiful Country, great video, absoultely legendary skaters 😭🔥 Awesome guys !

[@kmanccr]

the videography, music, editing, storytelling, you sir were born to be a creator

[@mateo130]

So much joy in such a short video. Wonderful.

[@JaySay]

The production values and editing on the channel have only gotten better over time, Jonny! Thanks for all you do, love ya, man!❤ Japan is absolutely a bucket list place to visit for me. And let me tell ya, it's _preeeeetty_ high up on that list! Everything from the people, food, cities, wildlife, and the way of life in general over there is so intriguing and downright serene. I grew up as a city boy, but I think have this desire to be a mixture of the country & city mouse. There's advantages to enjoying the city lifestyle, but nothing will ever beat the magnificence of mother nature. Japan, like a handful of other countries in this world, does a spectacular job of maintaining a great balance between them both.

[@delbomb3131]

Go, it's incredibly accessible. Hotels and food at local spots is super affordable. Stay in Yokohama tho, way more affordable and chill than tokyo and like 15 to 20 minutes on the train to anywhere in Tokyo. Airfare is the worst part, but obsess about checking travel sites and you'll find a deal.

[@PoeticallyTwizted]

@@delbomb3131 You seem fairly knowledgeable, is there any advice you could give about overcoming the language barrier? Did you have someone to translate?

[@delbomb3131]

@@PoeticallyTwizted it's not an issue mostly. All signage and labels and ordering machines are in English or have English options. Japanesepod101 has some good survival stuff, but really just on a vacation there all you'll need is sumimasen lol, over and over again sumimasen. The best advice i can give anyone is to not over plan and not over think. Anywhere you stay is gonna be nice so pick a place in that 30 to 40 a night range. Any place you eat is going to be tasty, so don't worry about specific restaurants. Just search a food you wanna eat like ramen or gyudon and find one in your budget and go enjoy. Just don't stress about things

[@drewt1717]

Cant imagine how cool it would be to have been raised by a skate legend passing on knowledge and coaching all yer life. Thats amazing

[@benjaminfrohns]

Very impressive, lovely it's father and son. Good video production too!

[@rolandbruegger4482]

Thank you for sharing this gem of a video and your Japan trip. Very entertaining and mad skills on skates 🍹🍀♥️

[@thiagocars]

Amazing level of respect, education and how humble they are! 🫶🏻 great video man

[@ericflores2929]

Visually astounding but it's also the sounds of the sliding and wheel clicks that gets me 💯🙏🏼

[@DfkVol1]

I came across this video by chance, amazing content. I can't wait to see more.

[@klintonkacatin]

It's been awhile to see your videos show up back into my algorithm but man the music choice is great (also the skateboarding is great as well).

[@RodneySloan]

The fact that you're learning kanji and Japanese conversation is impressive, Jonny. Keep it up!

[@timecapsuleearth]

HE IS AMAZING 4 SURE. YOU ARE STILL MY FAVORITE SKATER JOHNNY. I AM GLAD YOU HAD A CHANCE TO SKATE WITH SUCH A PROLIFIC SKATER.

[@jonathanyoungblood8676]

Some amazing tricks went down for sure super awesome and man I hope you start feeling feeling better, you’re a legend with some mad steez 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@RecoveredRidleyTruther]

Notice how his head never moves from centered and looking down at his board. Sounds easy, but he’s mastered it

[@arcadesunday4592]

What an awesome video. From the amazing talent showcased, to the smooth editing and fitting backtrack. Nice one. Oh, and I love the Japanese culture too... Cheers!

[@StewartStorrar]

I love to see one of my fav freestyle skaters (and a big inspiration of mine) get a bit more mainstream recognition. Masahiro is a beast.

[@sethirving8356]

They're all correct. Your film work has improved leaps and bounds. I'd show this to anyone. Well done.

[@kylespevak6781]

His skating looks super Rodney Mullen, even how he just skates around and has fun. Absolutely not clickbait

[@MatthewLowes]

This video highlights how wholesome skating is -- just hanging out with some friends and doing tricks. As a 51 year old myself, I have some find memories of skating in the 80s. May be time to pick up a freestyle board. Cheers. ;)

[@Clarke1982]

Vielen dank Jonny.. Tolle episode! ... Oh and, hope you're feeling a bit better now.

[@roditv6621]

I've been skateboarding since 1986. Discovered few years later the one eighty to noseblunt to nollie on the quarter pipe and the impossible Rodney invented. I'm a multisporter, running a high amateur level. Skateboarding is absolutely my favorite cause it's so diverse and a lot of modern style has it roots in skateboarding. I truely believe Johny giger is popping it to a next level!

[@SamJantz]

The precision they both land with is mind blowing. Mad props.

[@cospittner3526]

One foot invert was rad. I remember when we used to try that, and I’m 51 now! Great memories coming back to life.

[@justSELF]

It has Been a while since i have last watched your videos. I blame the algorythm. But wow this was such a good time! Thank you💚

[@satevo462]

It took 40+ years for skateboarding to catch up to Rodney Mullen. He was doing these tricks in the 80's and 90's. He was crazy ahead of his time. Did he ever lose a freestyle comp?

[@brandonmason388]

He got 2nd place in one pro contest. I think Per Welinder got 1st in that one. We’re talking like 10 comps a year for 10 years! Crazy.

[@FakeGoatDebateReferee]

And he lost on purpose I believe to irk his dad.

[@brandonmason388]

@@FakeGoatDebateReferee Nah, in his autobiography he said after he lost he thought, “Are my parents going to think I’m a failure now?” “The sense of loss I felt was because I had failed to do what I set out to do” And “A few seconds after the results were announced, the thought of ending my career with failure sank in” That was supposed to be his second to last comp but then he started competing again after a break.

[@FakeGoatDebateReferee]

@@brandonmason388 thanks and very interesting, I could have sworn he said in an interview he meant to lose or something like that, I'm going to try to find it. But doing some research, he got 2nd place because he was sick so it might be that he shouldn't entered or expected not to be perfect. My memory is old so If you heard the interview, I definitely need to refresh my memory.

[@danadominguez5760]

9:57 Mind blown.

[@Mettle_DAD]

Too many tricks made me shake my head in disbelief. Also Johnny is so wholesome. Love it

[@jimmygravitt1048]

As someone who grew up without a dad, watching father and son skate like this is too cool.

[@chaunceyrash5067]

The fact that Jonny attempted to learn the Japanese language says a lot. What a respectful dude.

[@4NobodyGuy]

Amazing! I love the Japanese culture. They are so humble and gracious. They both have incredible talent.

[@marsmachine1156]

Hammer Video Jonny! So ne geniali vibe wo Du übere bringsch! 👊🏻

[@randomhandle721]

Dad and son skating togather. Can't get anymore epic than that.

[@SanderVandeWiel]

I love the girls reaction when she makes her trick. Guessing it was the first time she landed that and her joy is genuine

[@ParzivalHB]

Love the vibe in this video. The skateboarding as absolutely amazing.

[@ShyamGRPDD]

I love that dolphin to pogo stand too! First time I've seen that actually landed

[@michaelgerhold5659]

This video made my already great day even better! Thx a lot Jonny for the always amazing content!

[@sergiolandz6056]

really appreciate your content, nice to see other amazing skaters from other country's

[@TheChumm]

that session was so great. extra crispy and that exorcist fit went so hard

[@0rnery0verwatch]

I was in martial arts for over a decade. I remember about 5yrs in, a new kid joined the class. He picked it up FAST, mainly due to his ability to jump really high. When I asked him how he was able to do so, he told me skateboarding had been his main hobby for years and that it really helped him develop his jump height. Watching how high the people in this video can ollie reminds me of him.

[@reubtube2463]

That was epic. Insane riding & those Japanese people just look like lovely people . Insane skills!! Love watching freestyle skate!!

[@elquepasadeti]

Hacia tiempo que no veía un vídeo tan preciosamente maravilloso como este. Skateboard es amistad, estilo, inteligencia y creatividad... Skateboard es vida! ❤️

[@BretCahill]

The skating in this video was beyond mind blowing amazing 👏

[@CyphCashew]

The whole video was insane and so dope to witness but Ollie into pogo is just diabolical man. So wicked

[@derleichi8208]

What a cute family. Respect and best wishes for the future. Nice job jonny, really good work

[@nissimmalul]

Next level stuff, thank you for sharing, brings inspiration indeed

[@mediumblau8007]

I've never posted anything here, even though I've been following you for a while and don't skate at all. Such a lovely video. Greetings from Vorarlberg.