My Journey Wasn't Easy

When I first came to this country, I hit hard times. I lost my savings, and I had to work in a kitchen and live with friends. I was forced to survive or return home to Japan. During this time, I developed my positive philosophy and became determined to graduate Berklee and achieve my dreams! Nothing is impossible.
My Journey wasn't easy, Part 2
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[@weblogik]

I like your vibe Mr. Tomo! Just subscribed to your Guitar Wisdom program, looking forward to dig in! Mahalo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! So happy to hear that! Please enjoy!

[@gordonroylambert]

Thanks Tomo…over the past three years and at the age of 67 I have made an extreme makeover of my guitar skills due to your inspiration and instruction. The “rut” I was in for 5 decades is officially blown up and I am on an exciting learning journey with the instrument but also growing as a person. Your guitar wisdom also comes with life wisdom.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Good job! So happy to hear that. As you know, never LATE! You need a solid foundation first! Thank you so much for your pure efforts & passion.

[@davidseal6863]

Agreed

[@colinpadley1897]

You've encouraged me at nearly 62

[@syntax_2000]

"don't expect too much too fast -- be kind to yourself" this helps me a lot right now.All the work I have to do feels discouraging. But I am going to do it. I will keep going. thanks tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great to hear that. Those my Wisdom words are helping me consistently too! You're welcome!

[@michaelkaufman9625]

I've been trying to make this my "theme" all day, every day.🙏

[@mhot180]

This was what I needed to hear- I'm a student and starting a new career at 40 years old. I am trying to be positive and keep progressing! Thank you for your supportive words.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Glad to be helpful! It's not easy but you can manage it! I think everything positive! You're very welcome!

[@gtsipejr]

Tomo, you really aren't a guitar teacher, you're a Master Life Teacher. So impressed with all your video messages. GT

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@HarrySinanian]

Sensei.

[@AnthonyMatejcich-bl9sh]

Thank you for your incredible vulnerability and humble kindness. It's very gracious of you to share these life experiences with us.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Very important to be kind to yourself & others!

[@ayeyebrazorf8066]

Thank you Mr Fujita, your positive attitude is great and has been forged through hard times

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@lorigilmore5521]

Thank you for being so vulnerable Tomo. I super appreciate your kind heart and wise soul. Be well.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@jasabizjak4989]

I have tears in my eyes. Thank you Mr.Fujita.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@smokingtarheel3003]

Great video. I'm 62 and I still have dreams and aspirations. Great advice to your listeners!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Many things are possible to do. Easy to think a lot, very hard to do a little!

[@Fatchimpy]

You've been a good mentor to me in your videos especially since I lost my father Mr Fujita. Thank you for always being encouraging and positive.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. You're welcome!

[@altonagustin7140]

You’re inspiring Mr.Tomo! God bless….🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

I appreciate that! Thank you so much!

[@dcjway]

Thank you Tomo, at 60 I’ve had my share of struggles. My wife is my best friend and it’s nice to here another man who feels the same way about his wife as I feel about mine. Gratitude and humility don’t ever lose that.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thanks for sharing. I wish your best!

[@HarrySinanian]

I hear you both...

[@joseprado5215]

Thank you, Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you so much!

[@A.ibrahimelsherif]

Thank you 🙏 Sometimes Lord send massages and lights words like this video ♥️

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@paulcroce7303]

Thank you for sharing!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure!

[@suzannecoholic1467]

Thank you Tomo!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!!

[@darkraven178]

One day your story will be a movie thank you i can relate my grandfather came to US from Fukuoka Ken at 14 he would say like “some things hard nothing to do but do”

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Thank you! Yes! Keep pushing!

[@user-jn2fo5ke4g]

お恥ずかしながら、全て理解できませんが、トモ先生のギターに対する愛情、覚悟を感じました。アマチュアながら大好きなギターは自分にとっての最大のアイデンティティで、約30年前、今も大好きな石田長生さんが、ギターマガジンで、「ギターをぶら下げている限り自信を持って生きていける」と語っていたインタビューの切り抜きは、拠り所として今も大切に持っています。数年前、ライブを拝聴して感銘を受けていましが、ここ最近、トモ先生の動画からギター以外のことも含めて多くのことを学び、新たな拠り所となっています。憂いなくこんな風にギターを楽しめることの日常に感謝しています。トモ先生、ありがとうございます!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

ありがとうございます。石田さんは、京都の拾特でライヴを見ました。シェアありがとうございます。ギターもっと楽しみましょう！

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Just starting guitar at the ripe old age of 61, so thanks for the encouragement! Congrats on all your success; hard and persistent work will pay off, eventually.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Good job! Thank you so much!

[@noodlehoppa7212]

Thanks for this video. I got robbed and still have my guitar and amp. Ready to go out and do some deliveries for Amazon and get this money. Thanks for that Tomo 🙏🏼

[@syntax_2000]

damn dude, that sucks. But you have the right attitude, brother. good luck.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! We all have hard times here and there. You will become stronger, wiser and all! Good job!

[@sonnybrakes8496]

Good talk.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@sonnybrakes8496]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Someone is attempting to scam people who follow your account and have responded to your video. They are saying that I won a prize and they are asking me to pay for shipping a high end Telecaster. Beware.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@sonnybrakes8496 Thanks for letting me know. Popular scam. Artists never ask for $$$.

[@khgvjgvkhjgvkhjgvkhjgvj]

Thank you so much 🙏. There is a lot I want to say, but only one thing I need to. Thank you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you so much!

[@user-rd3wk6uh4w]

Thanks Tomo. I gain strength and hope from your sharing. Nothing comes easy but always stay positive.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! You got it!

[@papagalo15]

Tomo, I'm a software engineer but I love playing the guitar and these last couple of years you have really helped me better understand the instrument. You are a blessing 🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Guitar is an amazing therapist! Thank you!

[@DansandoaTV]

super inspiring story tumo! i've been feeling super out of it for the past 3 maybe 5 years at this point, i don't exactly where i am at right now and what i want to do, i've been kicked out of my own room to my grandparents house earlier this year and even then i don't feel like i belong anywhere, and i have so little money to go anywhere else but here right now, all i have is music to be honest, thats the only that keeps me going, even if i don't have alot for more gear to make my sound more diverse We can only rise from the bottom, in the deepest parts of the darkest times of our lives, to actually feel something that makes you feel acomplished, and i have hope for the next couple years to be better than the last few

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. I did it! So anyone can do this... but a few of my friends were true heroes on this matter. I am still so thankful. As long as the Sun goes up then everything is fine. You can fix the rest.

[@SantosPuertas]

Gracias Tomo 🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@ayonsarkar6218]

I was cooking dinner and watching. Very inspiring story. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@ayonsarkar6218]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Welcome Sir :)

[@52archimad]

An inspiring success story, thank you for sharing.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for listening!

[@Bluezrj]

Tomo, what a wondaful story. Great advise. So pure and honest. I will never forget your inspiration to keep trying and moving forward!!!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@vietnammg]

Thanks Tomo. It's always better to develop a strong will early in life, than later.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much!

[@vietnammg]

​@@TomoFujitaMusic Of course. Immigration policies must have changed since then. Nowadays foreign students on visas are prohibited to work outside campus and may get deported if caught

[@tbluesboye]

Tomo, you're a joy to all of us who share the path of music and the journey it takes us on. As my father used to say, long before I truly understood it, "it's not what happens to you, it's what you do about it" Thanks for everything and keep up the excellent work!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

[@danlau007]

Love Tomo talk show, Definitely! Yes, when we hit the bottom, we need to work hard to make ourselves strong enough, Because we have a dream, we can do it, and we can get there. We can't give up hope, We can't give up on ourselves. Cherish what we have, friends, health, love, and at least the guitar...It's hope. Thanks for your story sir, You are the best, and more blessings to you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that. Yes! Be thankful what you already have!

[@JTB--]

Guitar Wisdom... and LIFE Wisdom!! 🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@chrisrausch9134]

You give a lot to everyone. Thank you sir.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@chrismattsonmusic2067]

Thanks Tomo. Really insightful !!!!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@brianschwartz5673]

I wish I could give you an award for this video, best You Tube video I have watched in a very very long time!!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@FretWiredJournal]

Love the message, Tomo. Thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@aardvarkusrex]

Based on my own background, I constantly told my children that they would be surprised what they were capable of doing when they didn't have a choice. I'm glad you've persevered in your own journey and are able to be a positive musical and life encourager to so many people.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Many possibilities if someone encourage them (but has to be outside of family so kids can really believed! Actually my mom did this trick on me! (planned with my high-school teacher!) I hope I can encourage more people! So many beautiful souls are there!

[@asmith4786]

You are an inspiration to us all. So glad you shared that story . Such a humble man with incredible wisdom and devotion to his craft .

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@AnthonyMatejcich-bl9sh]

Thanks

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@MrMcflanigengaming]

Thank you for this.❤

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@viennabartsimpson1660]

I just enjoy listening to you, sir. both your guitar wisdom and the other one. thanks tomo. greatings from austria

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for listening! Thank you from Boston!

[@Sasquatch10]

Very inspiring, thank you for this story Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@pierre6940]

Thank you Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure!

[@Matthew-b2i]

Blessings to you. Thank you for your giving spirit.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome. Thank you!

[@charlesblakepalmer4206]

Keep sharing your stories Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

That's the plan! Thank you!

[@RanDum_Prod]

Love these videos

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you!

[@adamfurnish8481]

This is my favorite video you’ve done yet! I’d love to see more story videos like this

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. Thank you so much!

[@archilchkhikvishvili539]

lovely!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@leebraly3904]

Thanks for sharing young man.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure!!

[@zacharydelcourt6668]

Thank you for sharing Mr. Fujita.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@MrBradWi]

In a harsh and unforgiving world, to find kindness and act kindly is the greatest gift. May it continue to strengthen and comfort you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Many hard times. Life is struggle many cases. Thank you so much!

[@vincentlevitt]

Interesting that u lost everything but somehow u kept what u love.

[@MrPeeBeeDeeBee]

Thank you Tomo for Guitar wisdom -and- Life wisdom!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@JuanGarcia-pp8qn]

Thank you for sharing and as always I always learn something new from what you share with us here on YT. Thank you again and best to you and your family always!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for watching! So happy to hear that!

[@supay6537]

Tomo speaks from the heart and hides nothing. Such honorable and smart man.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Music life... just be honest so I get good feedback.

[@marleenvos4126]

Thank you for the story and the wisdom! Happy holidays!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You''re very welcome!

[@chickenpoxita]

Thank you, Tomo, great entry.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@1114gabby]

Great to hear your story. You are always inspiring. ❤️

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@waynem4791]

Thank you Tomo. Really enjoyed it.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great to hear that!

[@davidefelix]

Thank you very much Tomo. Your story is inspirational.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome. Thank you!!

[@hugoalvarado832]

Your message is always inspirational, I consider myself lucky to have found your channel.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@raymondmagdallon9033]

I can't describe how much I needed to hear this today. Thank you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear! Thank you!

[@yooguio3922]

Great to hear your story. It is awesome that you kept chasing your dreams even though it was not easy. In the end it worked out and you even found love while pursuing your music dreams!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Easy to think, harder to do it. But I love GUIATR!

[@agrodocsss]

Words of inspiration, so precious! Thank you, Maestro 🙏 Warm greetings from Italy

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are very welcome! Thank you from Boston!

[@danielreiss3651]

I think this is the best KZbin video I have ever seen! At least in the "music" space!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@gabriellemcdonell1772]

Congratulations Tomo, this is truly a zero to hero story! Your advice is amazing and heartfelt, you have powers that not many other people have and that is to be able to always look on the positive side.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! So happy to hear that. I just talked my real life story!

[@TheChipsster]

Many thanks for sharing your story! You only lose if you quit. Let's continue trying!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome!

[@rickneibauer1]

Thank you Tomo! Truly appreciate your wisdom.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@brysant_]

Appreciate you Tomo. Thanks for telling your story.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure!

[@TylerRocketPower]

I really enjoyed hearing your story! I would love to hear more in the future! Thank you Tomo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@fredvanvactor6110]

I really enjoy your channel and your enthusiasm for teaching and learning. 👍 Thank You!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Awesome, thank you!

[@AllanGildea]

Thank you, Tomo. You are a blessing to so many.

[@pumjuice5568]

You haven’t even watched the whole video yet

[@syntax_2000]

@@pumjuice5568 😂😂😂 lol I thought the same thing

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are very welcome

[@billoost9389]

Loved your story! Every day you look back and remember where you came from and where you have been and where it has brought you to today! You have worked hard and continue to work hard, and you deserve everything that you have! Stay true to yourself! Congratulations on everything that you have accomplished! Hard times bring great days!! Rock on!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Yes. I am still working hard. I am a normal guy who need a lot of efforts to move forward.

[@mariodebrincat7049]

Thank you Tomo for your wise and down to earth advise.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@Czeskauskas]

I swear I had a nightmare today about my guitar playing. That I recorded an awful solo on the Fantastic solo album of a famous artist. Still felt down while going to my work (this nightmare felt so real) and then reminded what would Tomo say : Be kind to yourself, do not compare :) Thank you Tomo 🙏

[@AmJustMaiko]

out of topic but I once had a nightmare of me breaking my guitar neck

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Simple! Make it better. You want to appreciate that solo so that you can improve! In order to improve or achieve next level... not comfortable to go through. That's why only handful people are successful! Please remember those words!

[@Czeskauskas]

@@TomoFujitaMusic thank God it Turned out to be only a nightmare when I woke up. But I will appreciate all the bad things on thw way. Thank you Maestro

[@44scoots]

Tomo thank you for such an open and touching story, I know you’re struggles continued in your adult life but it seems you have overcome these obstacles. You are kind, decent, and truly an inspiration!!! Thank you for all that you do for us subscribers!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Be kind to yourself & be kind to others too! Thank you!

[@Ray-qi9oh]

I really need to hear this today. Thanks Mr. Tomo, you're such an inspiration, you stir motivation in me to start working on my dreams.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great! Thanks so much!

[@brucehelppie6119]

great lesson today, tomo. your story really resonates and has a great message about persistence, tenacity ,overcoming hardships and love.thanks for sharing.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! You're welcome!

[@dljohnsonmusic]

This is such a great message and thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you so much!

[@timchalmers1700]

Thank you for sharing your story. And yes, you're right. It takes perseverance to get thru the tough times.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome!

[@jimib3]

I signed up for Guitar Wisdom yesterday. My playing is already better. Thank you Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great job! Thank you so much!

[@brokenwheel1]

Thank you for the story, you're a wise man!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@raoulduke8720]

Thank you for sharing your story, a true human revolution!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@raulhespinosa]

Thanks for sharing! We struggle and we conquer

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you for sharing!

[@wellington66440]

wow. I needed that. thank you, master!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@dms5154]

Tomo-san, I am your student, you are my teacher. You are pure heart and soul!! You make me happy!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Guitar Wisdom! Happy place!

[@rodneymanthengamanthenga7638]

Blessings to you and your family. Wishing happy holidays to you and your family. thank you for all the wisdom you share xxx

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much! Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!

[@kinship2001]

Love the story ❤

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@gregpendleton4957]

Never give up is the key

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Yes! Thank you!

[@johanndaart7326]

This is very impressive and inspiring Tomo, thank you for sharing your story!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@eljefeguapobarbon]

Great to hear your story! Hope younger generation gets this message of hope and positivity, we all need it! Happy Holidays!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! I am hoping that someone can use this to go over a big bump in life.

[@edwardgordon4309]

What a great message and motivational story. In addition to your lessons, i love your positive attitude 😉👏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@kipponi]

Nice story! Life is choices some can be affected others not which are not caused by you. This is fundamental for all human lives. All we can do is our best. It is enough sometimes not.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Thank you so much!

[@J0HN01DATA]

Yes indeed, this story is guitar wisdom. ❤🎶

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@trinacogitating4532]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts & stories. They mean a lot. The new shirt looks great!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you so much!

[@danieljamesoconnor6800]

Thank you so much for sharing Mr. Fujita. So now, you are even able to teach students, like myself, from around the world and far away. I'm so happy that you made it. All the best and happy holidays to you and your family. Peace out from Hamburg, Germany. ✨🙏🙏🙏✨

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! I am so fortunate. Now I can teach through my Guitar Wisdom. Truly amazing. I am so thankful.

[@charlesvachon5838]

I'm glad you made it Tomo because you are a gift to the world my friend ...thanks for sharing!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you so much!

[@daviddunkin7454]

Thank you Tomo 🙏, your advice is truly a blessing…. I don’t know what else to say. It’s profound how you move my motivation to being positive all the time. Thanks again so very much for sharing your story.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thanks so much for watching this video.

[@maymyotha]

Tomo-san, Imparting your guitar wisdom not only makes learning fun but your honest comments -juxtapositions any individual’s life experiences, agonies and ecstasies that shape and enhances this beautiful journey of guitar playing ! Expressing music through these emotional challenges makes us all humble, human and believe in the sound of music!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Really does! Music is very powerful! Let your feeling ride with music! Thank you!