My Interest in Japanese Culture (ASMR)

[@EphemeralRift]

Thanks once again for all the manga and film recs! I’ll do my best to seek them down and hunt them out ;)

[@jeremybrown7470]

Hey, I saw someone recommend getting candy man to eat Japanese candy and just wanted to recommend getting Mushroom mountain on the episode if u can, it's like mushroom looking cookies with chocolate heads. Also the ramen/shushi man would be cool and less awkward.

[@lochandichabod3084]

@@jeremybrown7470 This is a good idea

[@SusieLegionDBD]

Nice, I'm looking forward for more DBD gameplays

[@jeanpierrepolnarref3352]

Hey bro, love the vids. Please watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure

[@jeremybrown7470]

@@jeanpierrepolnarref3352 okay, Jean

[@rfar21]

Ephemeru Riftu.

[@blubber6963]

Actuallyyy it'd be Ephemeraru Rifto

[@LaudianoHeathen]

エフェメラルリフト

[@garrettp1]

Underrated comment

[@athreya__7255]

Rift san

[@jhameer7889]

Cringey weebs

[@Pikaboi_]

I always knew Uncle Rift was a cultured man

[@BigT.Larrity]

Pikaman

[@tobidoffy1385]

Yeahhhhh he's a man of culture😂

[@Wizardof52]

Ok but just so we're clear being a weeb doesn't make you a man of culture.

[@opulentwolf1967]

But does he read doujinshi

[@JoeyT8818]

Love how he was trying really hard to be PC to not offend any other cultures. He’s just a good dude

[@segeeslice]

ER didn't know the most common Japanese word: Nintendo

[@BlueBlazeGX]

Also one of the most scummy, as of lately, sadly.

[@EphemeralRift]

I don’t think I ever owned one, besides the Switch.

[@Shmancy_pants_69]

Bukake

[@qeqw9259]

@@Shmancy_pants_69 BRUHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[@jeanpierrepolnarref3352]

@@EphemeralRift NANI You haven’t owned a Wii

[@ana.aguillon7]

More videos of ER talking about his interests 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Ethan84250]

I second this!

[@lochandichabod3084]

I third this!

[@christianvasileff4998]

I fifth this!

[@Em-gd4vc]

oh hey lol

[@Em-gd4vc]

oh my bad I sixth this!

[@PositiveLee]

Bring back the Candyman and have him eat Japanese/Asian candies!! We would love to see what you can come up with or maybe we could send you some??

[@diamondsword7972]

He should eat more than just Asian candies. Candies from all over the world.

[@enderpea5251]

@@diamondsword7972 Yeah true, I definitely agree with that.

[@texanplayer7651]

Most japanese candies are bean based and/or have too little sugar, if any at all. Even the japanese hate their own candy, and now you want ER to taste them for an hour? Sir... You are a wicked man...

[@leaks2055]

@@texanplayer7651 If they're bad then why don't they change them?

[@MrMagic-ov9sk]

That's a great idea man

[@こんぐ-t8s]

日本人です！日本に興味を持ってくれるのはうれしいです！

[@shoridayo6237]

Rift embracing his inner weeb. It brings a tear to my eye. Try Catherine. And def play Nier Automata if you haven't.

[@shoridayo6237]

@Christian Hilton Ball Ok...?

[@earthphoenix7068]

@Christian Hilton Ball good one, really good

[@milky4367]

@Christian Hilton Ball bro that was so fucking hilarious, I'll laugh as soon as I can.

[@mattman1684]

@Christian Hilton Ball *Damn, bro. You got the whole squad laughing.*

[@AJBAXTER7677]

@Christian Hilton Ball You sound like you stare at walls a lot

[@petitewok3970]

If you wanna get into japanese cinema, I'd recommend the filmography of either Takeshi Kitano (Hanabi, Sonatine, ...) or Kore-eda Hirokazu (Nobody Knows, Shoplifters, ...). Both of them made movies filled with emotions and are good pictures of the modern japanese society, with style and point of view you really can't find anywhere else. It's also relatively easy to access in the West since they made some waves in famous festivals.

[@williamkensington2772]

Saw Takeshi Kitano and I immediately thought of MXC

[@petitewok3970]

@@williamkensington2772 Yeah this guy had a very unique career that's for sure

[@lerdyvision]

Regarding your use of the word "superficial" at around 2:40, I hope you don't think that just because it may not be as ravenous as some people can be, that your appreciation for Japanese culture and art isn't as legitimate or valid as the next person's. Seems like you were just trying to make it clear that you're not an expert - which is of course fine - but yeah, your love of it is just as real as anyone else's. And you're a man of taste from what I can see too!

[@EphemeralRift]

It want so much that I’m not an expert than it is that there’s more to Japan and it’s people than this stuff.

[@josiahscott3864]

@@EphemeralRift well said

[@colonclosedparantheses293]

@@EphemeralRift understood

[@imclara]

It’s so strange hearing his normal talking voice 😂

[@crygoogleosu7560]

I agree, the first time you hear it or you haven’t heard it in a while it is a little off

[@BlueShinobi94]

Yeah, sometimes he's kinda... Strange.

[@christianfalcon4807]

This is his NORMAL voice?!? I thought this was soft spoken 🤣😭

[@danielpoole7181]

So, you like brock?

[@christianfalcon4807]

@@danielpoole7181 I guess so lmao

[@superkamivegito5499]

Alternate title: I'm a weeb now: Here's why

[@artofmomo]

0w0

[@brianmercerjr2282]

HOT Girls

[@youtubewatcher4955]

@@brianmercerjr2282 *Hot Waifu’s*

[@brianmercerjr2282]

@@youtubewatcher4955 i was just JOKING with yall

[@Shmancy_pants_69]

"When your crush is Japanese"

[@unzkipriime4283]

this goes into my asmr to relax but not fall asleep playlist

[@azifexrunninfromtheoppsina400]

Thought i was the only one

[@alexdlveliz2394]

I also thought I was the only one

[@tmacd777]

I’m Japanese and have been a fan of your work for about 5 years now. Thank you ER!

[@MSDesignASMR]

I found some Japanese candy at the grocery store recently and snatched it up. Exciting to try new things 🍬

[@blank7126]

Bruh I see u on Northern whispers ASMR lmao

[@maggipetty7047]

I lived in South Korea in 1978-79 when I was in the army. I fell in love with the people in the little village outside Camp Humphreys main gate. They have picnics by their relatives' graves and sit food on the mound for them. The artistry and originality were so refreshing, but the poverty I saw in this little village and the death rate for children was heartwrenching. Thank you for your originality and artistry. So much fun.

[@KealPanda]

i love these videos where you talk indepth about your personal interests, they're always very genuine and well thought out (: its like hanging out with a very thoughtful friend and it makes me happy hearing you talk about what makes you happy!

[@Zei33]

I’m planning on moving to japan for a year in 2023. Can’t wait. Been learning the language on and off for years but living there will really up my game.

[@grimmage5944]

Wow that sounds like tons of fun! Good luck!

[@WhoaNellyJake]

Knowing how difficult it is to get permanent residence - or even temporary residence - do you have your housing and job all situated?

[@_Dynamight_]

Good luck about the language part. It's not that hard. You can do it!

[@formeitisthemcchicken]

Your interest in Japanese culture is okay, but for me, it is the McChicken. The best fast food sandwich.

[@Mkmcco]

hahahahaha funny joke here's your reddit gold sir

[@ophestrea7575]

u literally hunt me at this point.

[@wheezycw23]

Outta date ass😂 the mcchicken no longer has a sesame seed bun 😭

[@monke980]

i can tell, you've dedicated your name to the McChicken.

[@thedude4347]

I moved from Minnesota to Japan in 2016 and haven’t regretted it. It is such an amazing country, with great people and culture. Keep doing what you’re doing ER, I love your videos!

[@More-Sauce-Man]

I don't think it's superficial at all Rift. I'm the same as you, I've been to a lot of places but never Japan. Yet Japan has my favorite culture other than my own. I feel connected to them through the various media that I've consumed, which has made my life so much better.

[@mslamblambs7610]

We love a man who can appreciate a culture outside of his own! Thanks for the discussion papa rift!

[@SundaySunday382]

Man, I have enjoyed you're ASMR for a couple years now, you're so creative. Just listening to you talk about stuff like this is so cool! I also have gotten into Japanese culture in the last 5 years and listening to someone else talk about their likeness for it makes me happy. I can hear your passion for other cultures as you're talking about it. You're just a cool dude! Thank you for all the amazing content and for your thoughts!

[@ilovejazminnn]

this channel is so calm, soothing and just amazing. the way how he presents the mood in every video is just awesome!

[@VoiceofPersonaASMR]

As much as I love the roleplays, these are definitely my favorite types of videos.

[@jtones8953]

imagine if uncle rift got into vtubers and makes a vtuber asmr

[@orpheus7069]

I wouldn't know how to feel

[@athreya__7255]

What is a vtuber?

[@jtones8953]

@@athreya__7255 Internet personalities with an anime avatar. Most well known is Kizuna Ai, but she doesn’t really cover all of vtubers. Hololive is the most successful and popular organization of vtubers, although there are many others, whether associated with an organization or self-affiliated.

[@bloxoblox]

@@jtones8953 Gura is now the most subscribed hololive member

[@butter_puddleton6089]

Jrpgs leads to manga, manga leads to anime, anime leads to obsession, obsession leads to WEEB

[@SuperHonorKing]

WEEB leads to hentai lol

[@yeetermcgavin2132]

Well it looks like I may have skipped some steps

[@tripikice]

for me it was the other way around haha i started with anime progressed to manga and ended up playing games like steins;gate and even final fantasy

[@gorefeind5158]

@@tripikice same i look for the manga before I watch a new anime now

[@athreya__7255]

And weeb Leads to cosplay

[@cglac8205]

I swear he is the most interesting man in the world

[@denkikaminari4826]

ikr

[@peepnox7747]

Yep

[@henry_rearden]

It seems like he has already made everything he could about ASMR, but every time he does something really unpredictable

[@chris0ace]

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[@denkikaminari4826]

@@henry_rearden true

[@Fan_of_flying]

I used to hate the thought of having sushi until just a few years when my wife forced me to try some. Now I live for it! Favourites are tempura and classic salmon with avocado.

[@amazinc754]

Ayyy there you go. Sushi is awesome

[@moonrocks-19]

I just started watching the video but I’m so happy to see other people talking about tekkonkinkreet! it’s one of my all time favourite movies, I swear I cry everytime I watch it :’)

[@traceyisab]

I lived in Japan for 7 years. I understand the fascination. Not all of what we see or hear about here is what it's really like there. I miss the FOOD the most. So good!!! And no, they don't eat raw fish at every meal. Sushi and sashimi is a treat and is expensive there too. Uncle E, PM me if you have any questions.

[@laslw]

You didn't deny that rice ain't in every dish tho

[@traceyisab]

@@laslw why would I have to deny that? It is a part of their main diet.

[@adamevangelista191]

@@laslw it is lol we eat it here like Americans eat their pizza: RELIGIOUSLY

[@laslw]

@@adamevangelista191 ik, my family is like that and Im not complaining. It goes good with *everything*

[@TroyBrophy]

This is fun...I watched your Sandman video almost every night to fall asleep during my 14-day quarantine upon arriving in Japan.

[@CaptainZlex]

I've been watching these videos quite a while and they actually help me sleep.

[@Elena-yz7rb]

Her: so, do you have any interests? Me:

[@ciclos89]

🥰

[@ColtonFultz07]

Hey Rohan want to play dice?

[@Elena-yz7rb]

@@ColtonFultz07 I don't want to renovate my house again

[@ColtonFultz07]

@@Elena-yz7rb come on it will be fun

[@henrihatch7429]

I've always had a fascination in the Japanese Culture for a very long time. This led to me discovering anime (and eventually the cultured side of that), and now I'm studying the Japanese language. I wish you luck in your travel through one of my favorite cultures, lands, and people!

[@MarcEtMichele]

I love how well spoken and self critical you're about your interests. The fact that you understand it's still rather "superficial" despite having been interested in it for awhile already. I also like to think that way. If you're reading here's some obvious and less obvious recommendations of Japanese movies. Directors: Akira Kurosawa, Kiyoshi Kurosawa, Imamura, Ozu, Miike, Koreeda and Mizoguchi. Then individual films: Funeral Parade of Roses (experimental LGBTQ masterpiece), Onibaba (horror), Woman in the Dunes and The Face of Another (better go in blind), Harakiri (Kobayashi in general actually).

[@Illoosion]

Here’s how to write Paul and Ephemeral Rift in Japanese: ポール pooru エフェメラル・リフト efemeraru rifuto Also: “お元気ですか?” (ogenki deska? ‘are you well?’) is how you might say “I hope you are feeling well.”

[@peepnox7747]

The OG Asmrtist is back again

[@ALilBitOfBubbly]

Finnaly a middle of the day episode the classic keep the great content up uncle e!

[@grulovren5244]

Couple days ago I was watching your video about manga...And by strange coincidence, I have found Uzumaki manga laying on the shelf in the little guesthouse I am staying right now. The same edition as you had in your video! I have started reading it today, and couldn't put it down. So excited for it!

[@sadcoffeeguy5644]

WHY DOES HE LOOK LIKE AN OLDER VERSION OF GREAT TEACHER ONIZUKA

[@jessicapaulus4332]

Ive been watching you for years. So glad to see you embracing anime, manga, etc. I have tried to explain to others why i watch anime more than anything else growing up. Idk about u but i find anime touches on topics otherwise not seen so much in American cartoons. Such as suicide, loss of a parent, bullying, growing pains, etc. The way they bring up these kinda of topics and just the way they give u a different perspective on such things is why ive always been drawn to anime over conventional cartoons. I hope you keep exploring it! On a lighter note i find the jokes really slap as well. Haha

[@avahtml]

i love how passionate you are about this, really interesting to listen to. also can’t wait for those manga discussion videos, maybe i’ll find a new series to read!!

[@vc_strange]

If you're interested in Japanese culture, Ghost of Tsushima is a good game for the PS4 that I genuinely enjoyed

[@grayheron24]

I know this was uploaded 2 years ago, but am just leaving a comment to say thank you for making this video as one of the Japanese fans of your channel❤

[@jiggaboon1ggajones]

This is one of the videos that i totally forgot about the purpose (asmr) because of how interesting the talk is

[@everythingplacechannel]

May the tingles be with you always

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

❤Your channel is literally my comfort place. You make me so happy. Love you❤

[@brendonstark6633]

My family and I love sushi, so it kinda sucks how expensive it can get 😂 Watching this video (at age 24) made think of all the Japanese products influences I have: my PlayStations, DS/3DS, GBA SP (and all the games for the systems), my manga collection and art books, my shirts, my toys/collectibles, and more! I’m the only person in my household who likes this type of culture in such a manner, which kinda stunk growing up cause my brother liked Pokémon and that was it. It’s still a huge part of who I am today, and it was nice to see someone else with the same passion. Take care, and I’ll see you in the next video ER! 💚

[@STARWARS-GUY33]

Sushi 🍣 is so good I work at a king soopers in colorado wich is owned by Kroger and they have a sushi bar its so good its made right in front of you

[@danielpoole7181]

Honestly, I kinda like this more than usual. Just him talking about his life, it’s really interesting.

[@jeremybrown7470]

Er, my favourite oral essay channel.

[@andykudsi7697]

14:08 one of the best statements I've heard for a very long time

[@Bustanut0569]

Man other cultures other then your own are so amazing it really opens your eyes to a entirely different world

[@frankiegamez4071]

You can actually get some of the Ultraman series on blue ray in stores now. They are being released by mill creek entertainment and they're on also available on streaming services such as tokushoutsu, movie spree, crunchyroll and tokuhd if you have Comcast. I recommend Ultraman Orb and Ultraman Geed they're really great shows in my opinion.

[@ssgsorrels]

Ive been to Japan twice, each for a month, and plan on going again once the pandemic is over. Its such a beautiful country, and i didnt have a single bad meal. Even their 7-11's have good food. It truly lived up to the hype

[@persephone9084]

I as an architectural student absolutely adore the traditional temple architecture with the curved roofs and all

[@jeremiah3886]

IM SO EXITED FOR THE MANGA DISCUSSIONS ❤️❤️

[@provethioaltum3276]

Is it me or does Rift literally seem like such a humble down to earth guy??

[@jonahcyrus1516]

YESSSS!!!! More soft spoken eating videos 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@grammernotzi]

I lived in Hawaii for ten years and met so many Japanese people there. Really nice people. I started learning simple phrases and sentences to go shopping and restaurants. It's probably one of the easier Asian languages to learn compared to the sounds and pronunciation of the others.

[@cheese369]

His hair is growing back nicely, nice video too

[@jakebaker4066]

Fun fact: Sticking your chopsticks vertical in a bowl of rice is bad in Japan. Called tsukitate-bashi (突き立て箸), it is incredibly taboo because it reminds Japanese people of funerals, where a bowl of rice is left with two chopsticks standing vertically in the center. It's also supposed to bring bad luck

[@infamoushacker4chan883]

^This. I've never been to the mainland, but I've been told if you need to put your chopsticks down, set them flat on the side of your dish. It's far more polite and won't upset the locals.

[@laslw]

I almost did this once and then I got that look that just said "don't" from my step dad About 2 months later, I found out why

[@lghostt445]

I really liked the brown bag lunch and dark souls video, thanks for the good times man

[@blindthief]

I'm 42 yrs old. It's people like you who make me feel like I can play video games without guilt. Thank you! I don't play as much as I used to for various reasons but I plan on making it a big part of my life when I retire. What else am I gonna do right? Keeps me safe, entertained, and it does a good job preventing depression. Thanks again, ER.

[@andrewe165]

dude do not feel bad for doing something that you love! video games are awesome and there’s nothing wrong with enjoying them

[@darkpassenger378]

I much enjoyed this, your videos help me through my depression.. I would suggest watching an anime called “Erased” it’s an anime on Netflix I’d say it’s one of the best anime’s I’ve seen right next to Samurai Champloo.

[@Winsancru]

Super cool and respectful expression of interest in other cultures! Love you, Uncle E!

[@jimothyscrumps6454]

I hope rift keeps making these discussion videos

[@AadiASMR]

I'm the only one who thinks that ASMR is like so addictive

[@leaks2055]

rnah qr

[@NickG03]

If you want to watch a Japanese based movie, I would recommend Hachi. Although not based in Japan, the story is based on a real dog in Japan.

[@SpyrotheDragon97]

I swear, sometimes it just feels like different phases of Rift when he has different haircuts, but we love him every time.

[@SpyrotheDragon97]

Also if you do like Gundam anime/manga, I would highly recommend Gurren Lagann. It has got to be, in my opinion, the greatest anime experience I have ever had.

[@ProfessorASMR]

We vacationed in Tokyo, Japan a couple of years back and it was the one place we visited that we actually didn't want to leave! If you ever get a chance to visit, you would love it, E!

[@jpotion9860]

Not Anime but "Departures" is a really good drama movie that showcases some cultural aspects that are typical and maybe unique to japan

[@yourlocalastronaut4006]

YASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS I GREW UP WITH SPIRITED AWAY!! ITS SO GOOD YOU'LL LOVE IT

[@Snomadu]

*is that GOGO CRAZY BONES!?* no I don’t think but you’re a real OG if you know what they are

[@daveraschke]

aw hell yeah dude love that

[@bethanyxbee]

If you mean the figures on top thats all Pokémon but yes Gogo crazy bones were my childhood

[@DJapawhisper]

Yeaaaas! Really loved this!🥰🍣

[@datboisteve6992]

Rift-san showing us his inner otaku is a blessing in 2020, and also something I hope we see more of in 2021.

[@adian126]

私は日本人で、英語がそこまでしっかり理解できないので、完全に理解はできていませんが、日本の文化を好んでくださっているということはわかりました。ありがとうございます😊

[@smkeyy7918]

You’re the goat of asmr no question

[@superfighter064]

If you haven’t yet, I’d suggest reading the Pokémon Adventures (or Pokémon Special) Manga, it’s pretty amazing

[@gavin2899]

It’s 1am and I’m craving sushi so bad it’s legit amazing the raw fish tastes just as good or even better then cooked fish!!!

[@MrMagic-ov9sk]

Spirited Away is such a classic, and Japanese culture is so intriguing and interesting, and really is incorporated into a lot of modern lives.

[@WritheRZ]

ER, I suggest you watch the movie Adrift in Tokyo. It shows a pretty realistic take on the atmosphere of the city. It is a walk film and the writing is pretty good

[@techno9117]

I like that you love my home country's culture ER!

[@笑顔-b7n]

あなたが日本についてASMRをしてくれるなんて嬉しいです！ありがとうございます！

[@gameplayvideos9758]

Nice video, I really like when youtubers feel good on what they like and sharing about it on the internet.Behing respectful also calm. Peace and love ✌✌✌✌❤❤❤❤

[@777taka5]

日本の文化を紹介してくれてありがとうございます。 いつも楽しみに見ています！ コロナウィルスが1日でも早く終息することを願っています。

[@starryeyedwolf6655]

Spirited Away is my favorite movie along with Howls moving Castle,I just love the music and animation!

[@phoebethebraixen742]

I see Spirited Away, I click. I hear relaxing sounds, I stay and sleep.

[@fermitthekrog6318]

Awesome. They remade star blazers not too long ago. It's really good and might be fun to check out if you enjoyed the original.

[@AmunDeus]

Cool vid, ER! I have very, very little familiarity with anime and manga, but I am a fan of Hayao Miyazaki's, Akira Kurosawa's, Takashi Miike's, and Junji Ito's stuff.

[@SpecterSensorial]

The unagi sauce! Ow maaan, the best sauce for sushi! If u want to make it is with burned sugar to make caramell, and with soja and honney, and there u got a good sauce

[@ulysses498]

Rift, if there’s one japanese movie you have to watch it’s Seven Samurai, it’s often lauded as the greatest japanese film ever made and I’m inclined to agree.

[@とみー-p4j]

こんにちは（Hello👋 I from Japan 🇯🇵 Please come to Japan next time !

[@Bluescilla]

Watched Spirited Away for the first time the other day. Damn it was amazing, loved the music

[@whatthelastpringlesees9282]

I just started learning how to speak Japanese so this is a pleasure

[@timstreeter5368]

I know im late but if you really want to go into classic japanese Cinema look into Kurosawa, Ozu and Mizoguchi. Kurosawa is going to have probably the most western films, while Ozu is going to have the least western and most "art house" feel. Some jump off points: Seven Samari (Long but good) Yojimbo Ugetsu Tokyo Story

[@nemothenoob9236]

A great Japanese movie is Shin Godzilla, really recommend

[@laslw]

No it isn't.

[@peixegamesgamer]

Its awesome until the final act witch become just heavy dialogue

[@Ahab2710]

@@laslw why tho

[@RogueFather]

Idk why I am so entertained by this

[@x3com801]

Man i really love those kind of videos thank you! Can't wait for more manga stuff!