Spending a Day at Home in Tokyo Japan

[@TokyoLens]

WELL THAT WAS FUN!!! (ps... yes. That was on purpose~) I CANT WAIT to see what you all leave me in the comments below!! Also... I would recommend you watch through this one.... Twice (^_-)

[@elflass5544]

Love the bloopers! Also, all those bricks...will your whole apartment be covered in cookies? 🤔 And...Shamisen livestream! Yes, please!! Have a great day~

[@derdome1702]

@@elflass5544 a livestream covered in cookies there is nothing better awesome idea

[@thempstead]

Lol, fun video ... "We call this frog in the hole" ... I was half expecting the next bit to be "for this you need ... A frog and a hole" You already know my opinion on streams here, there or anywhere 😜. There may even have been a possible video suggestion posted somewhere 1-2 hours ago lol 😜🤪🧐🤔 #biscuitsnotbricks

[@tabatha3005]

I really enjoy watching the bloopers at the end of the videos :)

[@melaniejaneprocter5529]

Hi Norm Loved the cooking with Norm will have to try the tide in the hole. Do more cooking with Norm please!!!!. Love the bits of brick on the walls in the video room, can't wait to see what you do in the frontroom. 🤗😍💙🐸🍝👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@AbroadinJapan]

“Froggy in the hole” sounds like some sort of invasive medieval torture.

[@Philson]

Only Chris would think of that.

[@TokyoLens]

lol you’ve ruined it 😔 Again lol

[@AyumiTenshi]

Don't the English have a dish called Toad In A Hole? Don't let him judge you, Norm! They started it!

[@hankjones7054]

Toad in the hole is nothing like froggy in the hole!

[@AyumiTenshi]

@@hankjones7054 Exactly. Froggy in the hole sounds cute! 🤪

[@Notsurewhy008]

I Love how he stored up like one egg in that red pouch and the bread was just laying there on the shelf. Humor at it’s best.

[@fotodeviant]

I love Cooking with Norm, I died when you pulled an egg out of the pouch 😂😂

[@TokyoLens]

Where do you keep YOUR eggs? Jeeeeeez they get all broken in my pockets lol

[@lauragossert6282]

If there's animal crossing, there must be Sharla. 😉

[@KhaoticL0ki]

I'm sorta glad that we are stuck at home...I'm getting to watch a lot more of my favorite youtubers...and getting to learn Japanese....

[@CoversbyPatYam]

I love Cooking with Norm! And the whole video is just a pleasure to watch

[@dattmay]

More cooking with Norm, please 😂 It was fantastic (and still better than I could ever do). The ingredients/tools scattered around the room were the perfect touch

[@Vanbg13]

I'm impressed by the intro of the cooking segment, I love it 😂

[@floflo07]

Happy to see that you are safe and healthy ❤️

[@conthemar]

Ok that walking intro frame just broke my mind

[@TokyoLens]

😉

[@zenbugami]

This breakfast recipe looks so simple, yet I've never done it before. I know what I will be having on a breakfast tomorrow 🤤

[@sondres.8021]

This reminds me of when the shut-down started. The time we were just as nervous about it as excited about it. That was probarly the best part of it

[@freddychavez5954]

Hello Norm I loved the video especially the cooking part. I'm a big fan of your channel and thank you for still putting up videos when you can during this hard time in the world. Stay safe and God bless.

[@TokyoLens]

Thank you so much I’m grateful to have you here with me All of the amazing content that’s out there and you choose to come by and hang out with me~ i feel both happy and fortunate!! Have a great one~

[@freddychavez5954]

No problem Norm I'm just like you. I love everything about Japan and hopefully I will be able to go visit one day.

[@angiek.9741]

Super enjoyable video! Very creative and playful. I’d love to see more like it!

[@Stormcrow89]

I absolutely loved Cooking with Norm! You’ve got to do a few more sometime!

[@SSJShadow]

That was great Norm! Can't wait to listen to the pods, plus see all the new amazing content to come out... maybe I should learn to edit video and do my own stuff....

[@danielterris7063]

Coming back to these videos due to the giveaway, but I remember watching these a year to 2 years ago and they are still so good 😊

[@potters_bbq]

Cooking with Norm a must, very funny and clever as usual. Stay safe.

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks eh~ Happy To have you here mate

[@Matthew_McRae]

Hi Norm, I don't normally comment but I did want to say in this video that I appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos, the effort really shows. This quarantine has allowed me to binge watch more Japan content, including yours. Thank you for being a fun, genuine person and providing so much insight on the wonderful country of Japan. I was able to visit last year, and was supposed to go again this month but alas, plans have changed. I can't wait to visit again, and who knows, I may see you on the streets of Tokyo! Stay safe, brother!

[@TokyoLens]

So glad to have you here and thank you for leaving a comment so I can say hello ~ Appreciate the kind words and hope we can talk again!! Stay healthy eh!!

[@DanOnTheGo1]

I'm really excited for that new project :) sounds like it will be a lot of fun :)

[@Lisa-gq7qh]

Definitely yes to more shamisen live streams!!

[@Juror63]

Agreed!!

[@floflo07]

This video is hilarious 😂, your so cute Norm 😆, but thank you for sharing positive vibes, stay safe and I am hoping To see you once we go back to visit Tokyo sometime next year🇵🇭

[@colette8022]

Currently watching this in my car at a 道の駅 somewhere in the mountains of Nagano next to a Family Mart mooching off their Wi-Fi. I can’t wait till I can just relax at home 😂

[@TokyoLens]

Lol been keeping up with your trip over on Instagram and honestly I don’t think I’ve ever been so jealous Reallllllllllly wish I could have joined lol

[@colette8022]

Tokyo Lens honestly it could also be seen as selfish traveling right now but this is probably my last spring in Japan so I risked it. Truth be told I probably interacted with less people during my trip that I would have at work. I didn’t realize how much it would hurt not being able to go to restaurants though. I’m glad you’re enjoying my mini videos. Today is my last day of travel and I head on the ferry tomorrow morning.

[@TokyoLens]

@@colette8022 But in all fairness, you have literally been traveling out to mountains and areas where you are the only person for miles lol self isolation doesnt always need to be in a living room haha

[@westieclo]

That was a fun video. My heart skipped a beat when I saw you use the metal knife in the skillet and then you didn't scrape it and I could finally breathe again. I can't believe you've been doing sneaky streams over yonder. I just followed there too. Good luck trying to get rid of me.

[@OrientalPearl]

When will you do more Shamisen videos at home? That was sooooooo awesome. I was moved.

[@TokyoLens]

Sooooon!! 😊

[@llallewashere]

Bloopers are the best! .. I did not think that through...

[@TokyoLens]

Hahaha

[@pavolva9347]

Found your podcast! Didnt know you had one until now 😂 definitely going to listen to them!

[@utaume90]

Yes to the shamisen stream! ✨ The egg in the pouch and moment sending you pouches killed me 🤣🤣 Yeah for the podcast project 🎉🎉 Thanks for all the lives you are doing!❤️

[@TokyoLens]

Hahaha glad you enjoyed it that much And thanks for making so many of the streams lately eh!!

[@Josua_Nel]

That was amazing! I can only think how much time all that editing took. I loved the cooking with Norm show in the middle of it all! Super excited for what is about to come.

[@TokyoLens]

lol cooking with norm was 90% of the edit 😂

[@Josua_Nel]

@@TokyoLens totally worth it haha

[@dutchiedonuts]

Hey Norm. Thanks for the fun & informative video. LoL, on Cooking with Norm. 🙂 Love the froggy in the hole. 👍 Nice new gear that you get to have fun with and congrats on your new avenues, with the podcast collab. 👍👍 Your last video was excellent. Not saying that previous video's aren't. I just really enjoyed the video. It was really well done. 👌 I have a question about knives. I noticed when you were opening your your box, from a delivery that arrived, that you had a utility/ work knife that you were using. I work in a sort of a trade industry. When I can move to Japan, I will be taking my tools with me. Will I have a problem with having the same such knives in my toolbox? (In toolbox/ shipping container and only be used around my house), for when my belongings are checked through customs/ border. I know knives are a no no in Japan for carrying. (small swiss knife, etc) Thanks for sharing and thanks for a great video. 👍👍👌 Stay safe and stay well.

[@javidgt8]

How's it going Norm! Can't wait to see you back out making videos of Japan as usual. Quarantine really sucks man, and not having the best day today on top of that smh. But hey at least i get to watch a Tokyo Lens video today looool. Love the videos as always, stay safe brother

[@EmpathVibe]

This was amazing. Love how how you edit as well. Inspiring, can't wait to hear you play more!

[@TokyoLens]

Thank you 😊

[@KirstenReusch]

Cooking with Norm should be a continuing segment :). Was laughing hardcore when you pulled the slice of bread off your shelf and the egg from one of your pouches, not to mention juggling hot toast. I like the random placement of bricks around your space. 360 footage is so cool. My brother picked up an Insta360 OneX for our trip last December/January and we nearly died laughing at one video he took in the Osaka aquarium because it scrunched us as we were standing directly under it. Looking forward to the podcasts and future streams.

[@joshuamstark]

Cooking with Norm! Yesssss!

[@NortherlyK]

Lol it's like a magic show. Edit: I used to stage manage for a magic show and ALL the prep work for just a few minutes of show; the struggle is very real. Months of practice to finesse a trick that is on stage for 5 minutes. You make it look easy AND polished.

[@Shanyandao]

I loved everything about this! Cooking with Norm was hilarious, the announcement is very exciting and just seeing what you do was really fun :)

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks so much eh~

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Very cool Norm. I subbed to you podcast, something else to listen to while I self isolate in my workshop turning green wood bowls! I've been trying to do daily Vlogs as well. Cheers from Shinjuku!

[@TokyoLens]

Gotta get out to your workshop someday!!

[@princessthyemis]

I don't even LIKE eggs but you made me want to try that! All the bread will help disguise the squishy goo of the egg white! That looks....delicious!

[@Codelinkz_]

This was amazing, the cooking with Norm brought some smiles and laughter to my day so thanks for that! I can't wait for the podcast content :D

[@refuze4k]

Thank you for this, I really enjoy this type of content! I was actually gonna move to Japan last month but those plans got delayed because Japan closed the border and I was not allowed to get my Visa from the Japanese embassy in Sweden. my move has been postponed until July, fingers crossed they will open the borders soon but I fear it will last the entire year. I was so looking forward to move and study Japanese in a Japanese language school because I've been planning this for 2 years, so it was really disappointing to know I was not able to make it right now. I hope whatever you do Norm that you continue to have a wonderful time in Japan even if you just staying inside!

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks so much~ I really hope that you CAN make it at some point I’d love it if you kept me updated on that in the future

[@refuze4k]

@@TokyoLens I will keep you updated, thanks for reply!

[@wolfco47]

Haha... oh, the madness of cabin fever with nostalgia cooking fonts and indoor camping vibes. Thank you for the laugh!

[@thetypebeast]

My dad called it a Bird’s Nest. It’s delicious, and now I’m gonna make one for breakfast. And that BMD switch control looks awesome.

[@TokyoLens]

Niiiice! Yet another name for it!

[@superostertune]

When will we get more Cooking with Norm segments? Fun video to watch again. Seemed like ages ago we were all stuck inside.

[@ghostwriter6455]

I totally lost it "I`ve gained a lot of butter" ahahaha xD I love these kind of outtakes sooo much :D

[@kurorintenshi]

Love the four random bricks on the closet door. A truly practical place to veneer :D

[@LilQTPi]

Such a funn video today! I enjoyed the cooking part, I also was raised in a tiny country called Canada so I am familier with this, grew up eating it! Super excited for the podcasts..hmm mentions of animal crossing I instantly think of Toph & Sharla! 😄

[@ebonysebony405]

Hahaha thank you for the breakfast tutorial! And just trying to do cool things for us in general!

[@SSJShadow]

So as pre my comment on your twich! I watched again, and it appears I did comment once!!!! But mannn I can't wait to see what you do with the brick wall, that will be cool, just try not to break anything lol

[@elflass5544]

@Adam Penner, lol twitch crew ahoy. I already commented too (& added to others' as well) so I didn't know what else to say today!

[@TokyoLens]

Y’all made my day!!

[@CaldoDeJess]

We just call it egg in a hole 😂, but froggy in a hole sounds so much more mysterious and allusive. Cooking with Norm is it 👌🏼👌🏼. I’m here for this.

[@TokyoLens]

Jess always Happy to have you here Hope life is good lately

[@elflass5544]

Yay, Cooking with Norm! Maybe this will be the next new culinary show taken up by PBS :) Also, thanks b/c due to the name of your dish I now have the song "Froggy Went A-Courtin'" in my head...

[@TokyoLens]

Lol thanks for joining all the streams lately eh!! It’s been so much fun!

[@elflass5544]

@@TokyoLens Definitely! :)

[@zakkwylde72]

Black magic box! just after that smoke come out of your hands!!! is like... Magic!!!

[@AnimeWingsForever]

Looking forward to everything to come. Also never knew of this recipe until now. Thanks for sharing. You could do an entire wall mural of a Mario level with all those bricks.

[@TokyoLens]

Hahaha I 100% should 😉

[@tk91802]

Cool vid Norm, Love your apartment man, i'm looking to move out soon haha, I bought one of your Pics on Redbubble and just received it today (the one of the train line and the city in the background) i framed it and put it on my wall :) Keep doing what you do.

[@TokyoLens]

Ooooh that’s amazing! Thank you so much eh 😊

[@jessicasummers8531]

Okay. I cracked up at multiple points watching this. Pulling the egg out of one of your many baggies. The bread in a random spot. Too friggin funny. But also, why is it called froggy in the hole? 😂

[@ConvectionII]

What a nice video! I loved it! Especially the cooking part was very lovely, combined with the introduction before. Watching your videos is always both; relaxing and entertaining, I just cant decide which describes it better. Btw, you inspired me to take language lessons in Japanese. I´ve already learned hiragana an am looking forward to my very first lesson tomorrow. I hope, that one day I will be able to live in Japan, but I currently lack the money and job opportunity to fulfill my dream. Therefore your videos keep me going everyday! Thanks mate, keep making those videos. Hope you and your family and friends are well. Cheers! Edit: I just followed you on... The other platform. Didnt know you have an active account over there as well!

[@tabatha3005]

Watching you unpacking that second box had me hoping what was in there wasn't breakable. lol I'm up for anything to watch. I have been temporarily laid off from my job since March 23 and am starting to feel like Rapunzel. LOL I'd like to know why some parts of the shamisen are more expensive then others. How often do you have to change the skin on the shamisen? How do you maintain a shamisen. Do you keep all your RIP electronics? Story time! :)

[@KHainstock88]

Well now I have to go make myself eggy in a basket. Lunch plans sorted! The brick feature wall is a solid idea, ambitious but appropriate when you're stuck inside all day.

[@TokyoLens]

Lol I’m loving all the names coming up!!

[@ackrman]

You know what I really like? Notification from tokyo lens.

[@TokyoLens]

😊 ❤️

[@sasuke1243]

Cooking with norm was cute, and I am excited to try that getting ready shot when I finally get better equipment and space for yoututbe.

[@fruzsinanemeth]

That breakfast 101 with Norm was nuts! XD So hilarious and cleverly thought all in all! Can't wait to check on the podcasts! :D Keep safe Norm! :) Best wishes from Hungary!

[@Count-Drekon]

I loved the cooking part :D I will cook that next days thanks norm :)

[@adaligogh4049]

In the US we call Canada "America's Hat." Also, we need more "Cooking with Norm" episodes, you rival Gordon Ramsay with you culinary expertise.

[@personalcontrasts73]

Ahahahahah the cooking with Norm is hilarious 😂 🍳

[@icepriestess]

We always called them toad in a hole where I am. Would like to see more of you streaming or videos. What ever works for you.

[@thebrokenbone]

haha nice entry! gourmet... but man you were this close to playing the shamisen! come ooonnn. thanks for sharing norm. hope you're ok. take care. pete ps: i've wathched the ramen doc a dozen times it gets better every time.

[@TokyoLens]

peter penca thank you so much!! Really glad that you enjoyed the ramen doc that much!!

[@thebrokenbone]

@@TokyoLens thank you norm if you have a minute i'd like to tell you how i found your channel. some time ago i was searching for woodworking in japan and the video of your desk came in the search. man i had tears in my eyes. the respect you had for this man and the happiness in you and the craftsman ( i know bc i am a craftsman too)... then i was hooked on the shamisen! thanks man you are super talented and your work makes this a better world keep the good work. i feel really grateful for being able to enjoy the beautiful things you make and share.

[@TokyoLens]

Wow This really made my day Peter, thank you so much for sharing this eh And know I’m happy to chat with you like this any time eh!! Hope your day is great

[@thebrokenbone]

Tokyo Lens great :)

[@memeranglaut]

Norm's house! Cooking with Norm! Blackmagic! Also was the 6K camera a dream to use?

[@TokyoLens]

LOVE the 6K Insanely fun

[@bardom69]

Cooking with Norm. That's something we need more of

[@KennyYokoyama]

Was it just me or was there a tiny animation when the ATEM mini buttons were getting clicked...? :) So excited for the project!!!!

[@TokyoLens]

Kenny Y glad you caught that 😉

[@elflass5544]

@Kenny Y, I noticed the tiny "puff of smoke" animation upon rewatch. :)

[@IshikaShanai]

It's an odd feeling watching this a year later while in lockdown again...

[@j.r.mccalla8662]

Looking forward to your podcast content Norm. Whenever I see/make what you call a frog in the hole, I think of V for Vendetta. Wishing you continued success.

[@becks5867]

Ooh I love the format of this video - you kept us on our toes - and so much excitement is in the pipeline!! I’m impressed with your egg storage system 😂 How is your gorgeous desk holding up?- I do appreciate good craft work! Edited to add: [DESK, DESK! That does say desk - I realise that sentence could come across a little different if misread] 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@TokyoLens]

lol 😂 I died reading the edit It’s doing great!! Actually thinking of doing a livestream tomorrow night over on “the other platform” where I touch it up and re oil it~

[@becks5867]

Tokyo Lens 😂🤣 I’m crying right now! 🤣 I might try to find this ‘other platform’ cos that is something I want to see! I take you’ll be charging a premium for that viewing 😳🤣

[@colleenm9188]

Ohh my... froggie in the hole... almost shamisen with Norm...travel pouches with Norm ... sit down to breakfast with Norm. It's a Tokyo Lens variety program! Well, almost... It was rather frenetic, Norm. I would like you to talk about your shamisen experience. What do you think about before you perform? How much do you practice? How does the teacher/student mentorship progress? Does the teacher help you get your performances? Thanks! Your videos are always fun!

[@TokyoLens]

All great questions!!

[@eric1800es]

I also keep my eggs in a travel pouch on my shelf. I thought I was the only one. I feel validated.

[@auberginearcher7610]

1) Are those brick veneers stuck on the closet door? 🤔🧱 2) Live stream HELL YEAH! 😈🎬 3) Shamisen Shamisen Shamisen! If my neighbours aren’t shamisen devotees by the end of lockdown, I’m not playing the music loud enough! 😂🤘🏻

[@tyrian666]

Im excited and waiting for the Shamisen Q&A

[@MageThief]

"I have gained a little bit of butter" /Norm 2020 What a nice and fun video to come home to after a long days of work, thanks for putting a big smile on my face Norm! I do hope that I can catch some of the live streams and for content, I'm up for anything, I know, sorry for not giving you ideas ha ha But yeah, anything shamisen and then I am in nirvana.

[@byronservies4043]

ATEM Mini's have been sold out for ages, and I need one! Aaarrrggghhh!! :') Also, by what magic are you keeping your shelves from sagging? That is an enormous span.

[@TokyoLens]

Byron Servies I am LOVING this ATEM mini so far It’s been quite the little device to work and play with~ Haha and the shelves don’t really have anything heavy in the middle Plus the Pine wood at this thickness with the current build Should be able to go a good while without warping or sagging So far so good Knock on wood!

[@alphamike87]

Awesome project brother, the breakfast also looks good. Are you doing brick veneer to completely cover the wall?

[@TokyoLens]

Haven’t quite decided yet~

[@brooksnorthcutt668]

"So, what did you do with all your free time?" "Oh, I started a cooking show..." lol

[@michaelryan1767]

Had no idea you streamed on... that other place. Followed you over there, hopefully I'll catch your next one :) EDIT: and yess shamisen live stream would be sweet

[@Ranerdar]

New video! Drop everything!!!

[@Midnightpigeon666]

Hilarious cooking with norm 😂 we have the same recipe here but we call it egg in a basket 🧺 🥚

[@rurounigaijinn]

I was so close to Kitakata 2 year ago (Went to Aizu Wakamatsu), just no time in my plans to head up there, which is a real shame. But I did have my fill of Kitakata ramen, which made up for it!

[@TokyoLens]

🍜

[@mizusenshisongs]

"Tiny little country called Canada" LOL. I think we have that frog in the hole recipe here in the U.S. too but not sure what we call it. Also THANK YOU for thanking the front-line workers. I work at a grocery store so I'm basically included in that category. Still have to stay in when I'm not working though. I wish I could say I'd been creative with my free time, but honestly I've just been lazy most of the time, binging TV (and KZbin), playing video games, etc.

[@DaynaC05]

I died during the cooking with norm segment. a small country called canada XD Also I usually call it toad in the hole and I use bagels. Same difference...SO yummy !

[@fnorazril]

I would love a shamisen Q&A, I've been dying (not literally) to get one and start learning. But being in the States and under all this hullabaloo I don't know where or how to start. I used to play the alto saxophone and miss music in my life. It's been a few decades, so I'm basically going to be starting at ground zero. Where to start?

[@meithemediator]

What, no fake fade-out at the end??? Lol, still great. Really waiting for the project~

[@TokyoLens]

😂

[@MrZaggy]

And here I was thinking the 'Frog in the Hole' was exclusively an Australian camping thing - that said, we do fry ours longer, so we can eat it with one hand... And because I despised runny yoke ;)

[@TokyoLens]

Lol cooool!!!

[@sweetarchangel6748]

We call that "toad in the hole". A "frog in a pond" is jelly with a choccy frog set inside of it. A live stream would be great, just to chill and tune out the world for a short while. I have a bad week - one of our dogs passed away due to organ failure after having surgery. So, yeah...

[@sunjewel63]

すごい！Your place looks awesome ... I’m learning all about “mansion” setup ... but I have a “person” (日本人) lol helping me. Question: the bricks, how do you make sure they don’t damage the walls ... or are you not concerned? I know I’ll be here a lot of years so I’m wondering how crazy to go in the new place. I may do a cloth application to one wall ... maybe 🤔

[@jeeannguibone1678]

I think we do need a Cooking With Norm video one od these days 😆

[@JoeSchmmo]

WHY DID I GET THE NOTIFICATION!!!!!!!! Anyway Great Video

[@jacobsorola9580]

Missed your videos Norm!

[@bork0992]

The cooking graphic killed me 😂

[@kungfool69]

froggy in the hole is called a Traffic Light here in Australia :D

[@TokyoLens]

Oh that’s so cool!! Another name added to my list!! Thank you 😊

[@Heartcore58]

sry for bad english in advance. I would love to see a "Norm shows you the basics of Shamisen playing". Im sure you would make a great "V-Teacher" (obviously V stands for video xD) i enjoyed cooking with norm also! Stay safe!

[@TokyoLens]

Thanks!! I have a few of these up on the channel! Hope you enjoy them 😊

[@welfiblablabla]

Garlic butter FTW. . . . . BTW am I the only one having trouble to find the comment section since the last yt app update? 🙈

[@perdomot]

Just saw Sharla's supermarket video and hope you do something similar on your next food run. Combini get a lot of fame but I think the different supermarkets are just as interesting. One you showed on your Nezu morning video is called Akafudado and its one I've gone to several times because of the interesting stuff inside.

[@TokyoLens]

Unfortunately there are no food runs for me! I’m opting to stay inside 100% so all of my supermarket orders have been delivered for the last while lol But as soon as this is lifted, I’ll be back out and do another supermarket vid!!

[@perdomot]

@@TokyoLens Wow, I couldn't stay in all the time. I go to the market and to grab some food around the corner before heading back home. Need some fresh air. You gonna stay inside until Abe says OK?

[@kaffir76]

Awesome video.