What’s Dating like in Japan for Foreign men ?

[@takashiifromjapan]

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[@Spanish_Patriot]

The problem is coming to Japan wanting to date a Japanese woman rather than a good woman who happens to be Japanese. You need to find the right person no matter where you are.

[@hugovolpi4680]

Absolutely right, and it’s high likely the main reason, if people are just being honest

[@aestheticcat8976]

This! I know it's not everyone out there, but there are some weirdos who go to especially Asian countries to date a person because of their nationality and not because of who the person is. For instance those who view certain races in a fetish sense, I remember a girl who had a whole pinterest board of Asian babies. She even fantasized about what country she'd go to, eventually she went to South Korea just to get pregnant by a random hook up. 😶

[@randomgaminginfullhd7347]

Stop coping, most men aren't attractive to women by default, 80% that is. Read the surveys.

[@Spanish_Patriot]

@@randomgaminginfullhd7347 I know about the 80-20 rule. However, if you're white in Japan or Korea, you're considered to be more attractive than you would in the West.

[@msg360]

agreed

[@punxOiOi13]

It's interesting how the Indian guy mentioned that it's hard to get to the deeper part of conversations. That's kind of what happened in this interview. Everyone mentioned that cultural differences makes it hard to date. But no one got deeper it. No one gave examples of what kinds of differences come up that make dating Japanese difficult. That's what I was hoping to hear. It'd be interesting to find out more about it.

[@eufrosniad994]

I think the fact that the Indian guy found it easier explains a lot. The Western culture tends to be extremely individualist today. The Eastern cultures are more collectivist. So people in the East tend to think more in terms of family and a “we” focused approach compared to a Westerner. This also means that the way one approaches things is also different and based on considering more than just one’s own preferences. Also, needless to say, the Western cultures or lack of it today is based on a highly sex driven one. Dating is essentially synonymous with sex for most westerners. That is not very common in traditional or conservative cultures. That is also why people aren’t touchy touchy flirty in Japan.

[@jerryleroy9187]

He said he was the same way. A little shy and subdued like the Japanese. It didn't look like it in this video, he went full bla bla on the interviewer. Which was good because we got to find out more about his situation and how he goes about things.

[@OncleJer]

@@eufrosniad994 That is such a stupid take and a blatant display of bias and hatred toward the western world. Japan is EXTREMELY conservative, they have a lot of very backward mentalities on many aspect of life, such as how they display love and share feelings. Interactions between people are robotic and empty and this is why the rest of the occidental world just isn't compatible.

[@eufrosniad994]

@@OncleJer The fact remains that the Western world is extremely individualist. So I said nothing stupid but simply stated a fact. As for the display of love and feelings, that is the difference between Western emotionalism that has taken hold in the past century. Needless to say, it’s more immature than anything of much substance. The best proof of this is the divorce rate of the West. The same people who fawn over each other and act inseparable are found to just as emotionally be divorcing each other. There is almost zero self control in the West. Now, as for Japan being conservative, any society with some degree of sanity is always conservative. One respects the wisdom of those who went before, and try to build on it rather than pridefully think that you figured it out and know better. The West is in complete cultural decline today because every person thinks that they know better. Some are reinventing the wheel. But the Westerners are so far gone that they are inept to realize the lunacy. It doesn’t help that there are ever increasing number of ideologies that are trying their hardest to despise all of one’s heritage. Thankfully, Japan and almost all countries of the East do not share that mentality. So while Japan could do better on some points like their work life balance, they should stay as far away as possible from the ideological garbage the West keeps offering today.

[@ulengrau6357]

You can also see a preference for that conversation from the interviewer. I would probably also have done the same. The Indian man seems more thoughtful. The first guy seemed to be promoting himself (kept looking at camera), and the other two were just comical because that must be a culture shock for them - Argentina to Japan, but being Japanese born in Argentina. Must be tough in either country for them.

[@takashiifromjapan]

I interviewed Japanese -Argentine guys . And I asked them if I could interview about this topic even though they’re Japanese. And they said they’re Japanese but born and raised in Argentina so like more Latin American. And I’m thinking that I should make a video about Japanese-Argentine or Japanese-Brazilian. We’re actually talking about it after interview. And it seems really interesting. What do you think ?

[@MrShem123ist]

Seems like a good idea to me.

[@tuanphamnguyenminh7119]

タカシさん、時々字幕は違いがあるから😅

[@lunalui]

The two guys made me think that it would be quite interesting to know whether the descendants of Japanese people who emigrated abroad (USA, Latin America, etc.) at the beginning of last century still learn Japanese language and culture at home, and whether it depends on the country they live in. Of course, it's not like you can have access to this type of info in Tokyo, though.

[@lizawinslow4773]

Yed please do. Japanese-Brazilian. My best friend was born in Brazil from Japanese parents. Still treated as a foreigner. Why?

[@ShiningBlastoise]

There was another half Brazilian half Japanese guy in your other video. I think these people who have Japanese blood/roots, but grew up overseas have the most interesting insight. They know Japanese culture well, but also recognize the difficulties. I think their unique background gives a different and maybe deeper sense of credibility.

[@victorbryan5482]

Let me just say, huge respect to the foreigners who took the time to learn Japanese.

[@airizz8229]

Learning japanese is actually fun, especially when your childhood is filled with anime and manga

[@martinacosta3821]

Can you even live there if you dont learn?? I mean, you could go there with zero japanese, but you will have to learn.

[@metv2363]

@@martinacosta3821 , you could probably live in Tokyo without any issues but you might run into problems living in a smaller city.

[@christiansnaturestudio6599]

I know Japanese too and I'm ready to date a Japanese woman ;)

[@exlex2576]

Living in a very mutli cultural city, where it is forgiving to communicate in english even though it's not the native language, I would recommend to any expat to learn the local language as fast as possible. Locals will measure your skills based on how long you are living there and it's a matter of integration and respect to learn it. If you don't you will have a harder time to connect with natives because they will always feel more comfortable speaking their own language. Also they might think that you are not interested in their culture. It's very disrespectful to expect natives to adapt their language to yours after you have spent more than a year in their country. Some nationalities are especially prone to do so. Looking at you french people 😂

[@Reticulosis]

Of course the Argentinians are going to be holding the Argentinian flag through the interview 😂

[@jeff1004]

I was thinking about that the whole time

[@lainxl2125]

Can't blame em tho. Gotta let em know where they repping

[@detective.chitzuru4461]

@@lainxl2125 eyy

[@corey2232]

@@lainxl2125 It's really corny though... 🤣

[@lainxl2125]

@@corey2232 lmao

[@ganndalf202]

Even thought this topic is often used in interviews made in Japan, I'm glad because the more people get interviewed the more opinions people get and get better understanding. I'm sure finding people who are wiling to go in front of the camera isn't easy. Good job.

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you so much !!!

[@ganndalf202]

@@takashiifromjapan I thank you for being unbiased and asking different kinds of people. Because yes, most foreigners prefer more open and warmer personalities, some don't. Just like the man from india said. Some foreigners are like me and him who aren't into that feely touching dating and don't like too much affection. My first Japanese boyfriend for example wanted more affection and warmth than what he was given by women around him but I couldn't provide that. So now I'm more comfortable with people who are more traditional Japanese because I like to take my time with things, have trust issues and I'm more independent. But at the same time, japanese/foregner relationship can work out only if both sides are willing to accept each other differences and educate themselves because the cultural difference will be there. But keep making great videos and educate everyone. Thank you for your hard work.

[@lukashenrique4295]

@@ganndalf202 I sorta understand this. As a brazillian, I'm used to express myself a lot and so do the people around me. What I expect in dating is like holding hands and openly talking about personal things but not in the 1st day, maybe in the 1st month. But after a whole month together, going out, having nice conversation, I'd expect that. Oh there's also this thing, if I could only see the person one day a week it'd take more time for me to get comfortable enough, so it could take idk, 3 months to be freely speaking my mind. Not sure it's the same with u.

[@user-mk000]

I love what Indian man said about learning Japanese. It wasn't hard but it was fun learning that shows he was really in love with anime and Japanese culture.

[@firesage6257]

I'm from India too. I see his perspective interesting. As Indians too mostly don't express their feelings soon. I like it. But dating is mostly depends on the people they are dating and their pace.

[@thewebheadgt]

Believe it or not, all asians are really similar and hence will be more compatible.

[@duvul1562]

I dont think a japanese girl dating an indian man is possible,i would pay to see that

[@priteshhazare1270]

@@duvul1562 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnixf4BoqtuegsU ....pay me now!

[@lonestarr9759]

lool indians always dance :b

[@thewebheadgt]

@@duvul1562 There are already examples of married Indian + Japanese LoL

[@Gumby518]

Their perspectives on dating help me understand why some mangaka write romantic relationships with indirect cues, poor communication, and slow buildup. I thought this way of dating was bad writing or unnecessary tension but it might be culturally common.

[@DSan-kl2yc]

It's not uncommon anywhere

[@phylippezimmermannpaquin2062]

thats disturbing

[@dollynina8992]

@@phylippezimmermannpaquin2062 disturbing?😂 why

[@supremecash6814]

@@dollynina8992 kinda self explanatory dating shouldn't that why that is why.

[@clickahh6042]

Time stamps 00:00 Intro 01:01 American, from Texas 04:28 Japanese-Argentinians 06:18 Indian 10:41 Conclusion 10:58 Outro

[@Jordan-inJapan]

I agree with the point that the communication style generally used by Japanese people can make having an intimate relationship with them difficult for non-Japanese people. Not only is it less common for people here to talk about their feelings openly, there is also an assumption that we are able to ‘read’ the emotions or even wishes of our close friends or romantic partners. This can be frustrating for both parties involved. (Personal experience!) That said, in most cases I’ve known where relationships didn’t work out, it actually had more to do with lack of language skill than anything cultural. Well, I’ve been married to a Japanese woman for the last 15 years, so I guess I’m getting the hang of it! 😆

[@Ashi20-q4s]

so how's it goin

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@Ashi20-q4s Can’t complain. 😆 Nation-level cultural differences aside, our ‘family cultures’ are actually pretty similar, so I think that’s made it easier.

[@Ashi20-q4s]

@@Jordan-inJapan great i wish God give you and your family so much blessings

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@Ashi20-q4s Thank you so much. All the best to you too!

[@Ashi20-q4s]

@@Jordan-inJapan thanks buddy ♥️

[@etherdog]

Dating is hard, period, but it was very interesting hearing the perspectives of the various people you interviewed. I'm glad you got guys from a wide variety of countries. Do you set up the interviews in advance or do you just approach people on the street?

[@takashiifromjapan]

on the street!

[@GenyaArikado]

You have to know which people you sync and combine with. That makes dating easier

[@Jordan-inJapan]

I was wondering the same thing.

[@misao3004]

@@takashiifromjapan How do you approach? What's your elevator pitch?

[@jerryleroy9187]

@@misao3004 Keep a cucumber in your pocket. But make sure it's the front pocket and not the back.

[@travis5732]

This is very interesting. As a person from Latin America, it looks really hard, we are very expressive, we're not known for following the rules; we're not super polite, but more casual and we tend to trust people rather quickly. It would be a nice experience though.

[@LuciferTheDogKiller]

Speak for yourself, I'm Latinx and I'm an anti social jerk who doesn't trust anyone ... Not even my own shadow.

[@lucario2188]

@@LuciferTheDogKiller Yeah you are using Latinx, i can see you are antisocial.

[@minsugacat8999]

@@LuciferTheDogKiller lol I'm not Latin but yes, I'm social phobic and that sucks

[@fxrretfn4107]

@@LuciferTheDogKiller based

[@andymac6207]

I'd love to hear about your experience in Japan. I'm a Latino, I embrace Latino culture, I'm super extrovert, but I'm not from a Latino country. It's interesting how would it be in Japan for me :D

[@Reeceficek]

I think that most of the problem comes from cultural difference and language barrier. If you're from another country you must know the culture and the language of the country you're in. If you really want to date a foreigner you must be the one who changes. This is only my opinion tho.

[@Reeceficek]

@sen touji Well i expect no one to learn hungarian and i would not prefer speaking in hungarian either with a foreigner cause usually they have a very bad accent so if im using my phone for example i already have no idea what are they talking about. But yes, language is very important but i guess if only one knows the language of the other and that one is happily willing to speak in that language there is no problem. Like if someone goes to Japan its because they like the people, the language...

[@ichi_san]

I really loved this. Most videos only show perspective of Japanese people on whether they would date foreigners or not and it tends to be very generalized. But this was quite deep, as the people recount their personal experiences with cultural differences and relationships! It really shows how trust, getting to know each other and good personality matching matters so much

[@jimmycue]

Thank you Takashii for talking about this! To anyone dating or looking to date in Japan, language doesn’t matter if you both are willing to work together. From there, it’s all about finding your style. 💕💕

[@sub-jec-tiv]

Yeah... except that even if you are both willing to do the work, that work can be way harder than if you dated someone more like yourself. I tend to hear this “you can do anything together” advice from people who haven’t had a long relationship with a foreigner. 😂 It’s not that I disagree. It’s just extra important dating across cultures to take your time and get to know who the person is underneath the surface, before jumping in to the relationship. Because if you pick without being careful, if you’re dating outside your culture there are simply more opportunities for it to go badly.

[@Greenforrest7342]

As a Japanese, the location of the interview seems to be Tokyo only, so I think it is not healthy to think that the whole Japan is the same only in that area. Of course, it would be necessary to go online and ask foreigners living all over Japan about their impressions of dating Japanese women in order to gather more accurate data (the nature of Japanese women living in areas other than Tokyo, prefectural characteristics), but due to the nature of this channel, there seems to be no plan to go that far. As some of you have noticed, not all Japanese women are shy or dream of dating with foreign men.

[@p.3147]

This! I totally agree with you!

[@sonamlama5487]

Finally someone with truth

[@paulbismuth10]

I agree for the location of the itw. And it's the same for almost big country exemple : France/Paris, England/London... but Paris is very different from other cities in France same for other destinations.

[@thehipsterhamster1929]

Yeah but the vast majority of foreigners in Japan live in Tokyo. So it's not as simple as you think to recollect data

[@gordonbgraham]

It’s a KZbin channel not a comprehensive social investigative study. Also, how do you know none of these men haven’t dated outside of Tokyo?

[@yuudesu]

My Indian bro got his priorities straight xD 🙌🏼. Nice interview Takashi-san, looking forward to more videos. I'm subbed to the channel. Greetings from India 🇮🇳.

[@Bruh-ui9lo]

Yaha wo last line daalne ki jarurat thi saalo iske wajahe se hi hate milti he

[@tsnd2101]

I what to date a Japanese guy in his 50s

[@JMBE21]

Oooh I've been watching several of your videos these past few weeks. I thought about the cultural clash and possible differences between Japan and Argentina. I wasn't expecting you to have interviewed people from here already. I found this very interesting to see these two guys' outlook, so thank you Takashi.

[@samipso]

Been living there 9 years and I agree mostly all they said. It’s not a complaint. Dating is difficult even in your own country. Add a lot of mix-ups, confusion, mis-communication, mismatching ideas, etc etc and you’ll see how it’s more difficult in a foreign country. It helps if she is the one trying to speak your language. It’ll be hard going if you’re trying to express your feelings in Japanese while also dealing with every other thing Japan throws at you as a foreigner.

[@9y2bgy]

I know some of you might think that those Argentine born Japanese guys seem weird that they find it hard to date Japanese women bc surely they look Japanese so isn't it at least ironic. But as a Korean Canadian who wasn't even born here, I can attest to the fact that culture that you identify with has the most impact on with whom you feel most comfortable. I think of myself as a Canadian through and through even though I wasn't born here. And I would find it tough if I lived in Korea and only had women to date who were raised in Korean culture all their lives. I agree with the first guy that for foreigners - and that includes those two Japanese Argentinians - it is easier to date Japanese who have lived abroad for extended time and thus are open to non-Japanese ways. I'm not sure about half Japanese though bc if they were raised in Japanese society all their lives, they would still be less open to foreign cultures and people.

[@TuAmigoElMorrocoy]

Oh I am a Latin American inmigrant living in Canada. I have been in Canada half my life, but I was still born and raised in Latin America and came to Canada as a young adult. Even after all these years I find its hard to date here due to culture, I have Canadianized myself A LOT, but my mannerism are a mix between Canadian and Latin American. Latinos can be very opinionated and no bullshit kind of people. Latin America can be dangerous and we are used to dealing with harsh realities, something that in Canada "not so much"..... sometimes latinos have a certain tendency to have a "there is no hope, but whatever that's just life" sorta attitude that I find some canadians can be frustrated and offended by that... and we can be crass and have dark humor that will not be well received but a lot of canadians, but humor is a coping mechanism for a lot of latinos, they make fun of things like poverty, crime or political instability, it is a coping mechanism and it can come across as cold and careless

[@Fumbann]

@@TuAmigoElMorrocoy I'm an Argentinian planning to live in Canada in the future, and the way you described us really hit close home. Sorry if this is weird, but thank you for writing that comment. I'll be reminded of this when thinking about cultural differences and adaptations there.

[@EliteWea]

I really liked that you took the conversations to other subjects after the question of the video, it's nice to understand the context of ppl

[@ricianeseaninformationchan6418]

Takshi , you did an amazing interview here. It made me realise how relationship can be with or without any language. Me and my gf are not fluent in English. She speak other Asian language while i speak other. Over the period of time we worked on our skills while talking to each other. I have learnt 30% of her language. Its becoming more easier now.

[@ghettoguero2396]

As some one from a mixed background and who has generally dated outside of my group, I liked this. Generally it’s always easier when both you and your partner both have some sort of framework for operating with different norms and cultural values and customs. Also, something I didn’t really truly understand until I traveled is the whole experience of being outside of your zone of comfort. I’m from the Bay Area, and even though I grew up with a lot of people from Latin America but being there where I had to use my second language really drives it home. In the end, isn’t it all about communication and understanding?

[@jeanetcall3116]

Wow, that guy from India is so fluent in Japanese language than the foreigner who been in Japan 🇯🇵 for a long period of time. It is pretty impressive. I love speaking and learning different language. Being bilingual I think is an advantage in any aspect. In terms of work And communication wise.🥰🥰🥰🇺🇸🇺🇸🇵🇭.

[@juankyoperez701]

Amo ver como el argentino en ningún momento suelta la bandera. Orgulloso🇦🇷

[@darknezzrain]

Really love your content. I am currently living the hardest times of my life but watching your videos and learning more about Japanese culture always puts a smile on my face and gives me things to look forward to (travelling to Japan). Ive pretty much watched all your videos by now and I just want to thank you for making my days better 🙏

[@takashiifromjapan]

Ohhh that’s the one I wanted to hear.. Made me motivated too Thank you!!

[@Avanyas]

I hope the hard times pass by quickly and you have good times soon filled with beautiful moments! Stay strong and do whatever it takes to be happy 🙏🏻🙆🏻‍♀️

[@teakara]

💖❤️ the same with me. You have just described my situation. Big greetings from Bosnia

[@MrShem123ist]

Awesome video. The number of subscribers added to your channel in a span of just one week is freaking amazing. Keep it up.

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you always !!!

[@slayme]

Ya I started watching him at 18k subs

[@MrShem123ist]

@@slayme me, about a few hundred subs. Content just gets better and better.

[@zill0678]

well as a fellow Texan I can confirm that the area that first guy was talking about is culturally very to extremely different from typical Japanese culture and especially say Kyoto. Texas culture for the most part is about openness in the form of treating everyone as if they where your friend if you happen to engage in conversation, observing or practicing Texas and southern US and even some Mexican cultural traditions mostly depending on the location. Japanese if they came to Texas probably say Texans are loud, expressive, overly friendly, overly curious, obsessive about their sports teams, rowdy, country folk. beyond that you will get additions characterizations based on where exactly you are in Texas where you could have more Southern US traits and Mexican Traits in the city's like El Paso, San Antonio and around the boarder with Mexico or if your out in far east Texas your going to run into some woods folk and swamp people, in the hill lands around the capital of Austin your going to find a lot of German influences, and in the panhandle area and into central Texas your going to have farm, ranch and oil centric people who typically have an outsized influence of the reputation Texas has EVERY WHERE for better or worse.

[@xyro3633]

Houston is where it's at

[@zill0678]

@@xyro3633 it's on the coast of texas on the gulf of Mexico to the east of Austin and San Antonio. It's the largest city in Texas but If I'm being honest I'm not too familiar with Houston's culture as iv only been there once but I have heard that it's unbelievably humid, it floods a lot, the traffic is surpassed only by Austin's. The one time I did go there though I had some awesome Jamaican food there so they could have some Caribbean vibes going on there.

[@xyro3633]

@@zill0678 I know that bro, I'm from there lol Edit: While it *is* one of the most diverse cities in the U.S., caribbean vibes definitely aren't present. There's a little bit for everyone :D

[@zill0678]

@@xyro3633 good to know. like is said only been there the once while iv been pretty much everywhere else in the state loads of times. what is the culture in Houston, just metropolitan or does it have a slant to a more defined cultural subset like San Antonio or El Paso.

[@N3THof209]

Very insightful. I feel like what matters the most is being open to experiencing new cultural perceptions. It's difficult for an individual to step outside their set social comfort zones, but its upto the person who wants to proceed.

[@tompearson3037]

I enjoy your interviews Takashi, I’ve been married to a Japanese women who I met in Japan 21 years ago. I think people like me can give you a real idea of what’s it’s like!! Like some of your interviewers have said, it’s very challenging! Enjoy your content. It’s funny to see how much Japan has changed since the late 90’s.

[@GenyaArikado]

Dating was easier in any country 20 years ago!

[@genitalsclutch691]

Jbw

[@gatesboy7645]

Bro as a Brazilian I would feel the same as the hermanos argentinos. I love Japanese heritage my best friends have a Japanese heritage but funny thing is usually even if you were born and raised in like a very warm hearted country like Brazil the cultural aspect of the Japanese heritage is still alive, most of people who have parents or grandparents that are Japanese tend to be really shy here.

[@Zarzar22]

I can relate to the first guy. I dated only one girl when I lived in Korea but she had studied abroad and lived in Italy for about two years, so it was very nice to have someone with both a lot of Koreanness but also a Westernized mindset on many social aspects. There is definitely a sweet spot in terms of cultural difference vs similarity

[@NGTkado]

I love how you get these deep and detailed responses from these people, super chill people

[@mcnallywacka]

Greetings from America!! Atlanta, Georgia to be exact!! Love the videos and have recommended them to many of my friends! I wish your channel success, and please continue to produce these videos. It’s always fascinating to see the opinions of people from different countries.

[@brtt150]

I moved to Japan and married a Japanese woman. For me personally, I find the general Japanese personality suits me more. In my experience, Japanese people are usually less outwardly affectionate (touching, verbal expressions) and instead do things for their partner to show love. I particularly like that as a man because it feels like my partner is more involved in keeping the relationship happy. There is definitely less direct communication of feelings but that seems to be because there is a sort of unspoken trust that you will do what is best for them. As someone who has always not been very open about my feelings I don't mind it as much because my American girlfriends would always pressure me to talk deeply about my feelings while Japanese girls I dated didn't. It didn't mean they didn't care how I felt rather that just trusted if I felt strongly enough about something I would make the point to talk about it myself. Also I feel Japanese people work harder to keep their relationships when things get tough which is something I felt is lacking in a lot of Western culture.

[@jonothandoeser]

How about the language barrier?

[@サリエリ-q5g]

The really important question: is she pretty tho???

[@davidwinet5607]

This is brilliant

[@lucie442]

If I was fluent in Japanese I wouldn’t mind dating Japanese guys at all, but having a language barrier I think would make it a bit hard to connect well (unless they’re fluent in English also - and while I am working on my Japanese too) since I tend to enjoy talking about a large variety and complex matters:) I think giving it a try won’t hurt though as personality and common values, goals etc matter a lot too.

[@KingSlimeProductions]

@Tan weirdo

[@KyleReeseCel2029]

What would be the point of dating specifically a Japanese person in the first place? Your not even Asian.

[@waynicliz]

@@KingSlimeProductions why did you immediately think of the worst scenarios it shows how women and men are treated differently. if he was asking a man it would be ok?

[@waynicliz]

@@KyleReeseCel2029 that's like saying what's the point of dating specifically a American person. when you aren't black

[@KyleReeseCel2029]

@@waynicliz I was implying she is not racially Japanese, culturally Japanese, or phenotypically East Asian. So what would be the point of her dating someone besides the lust of their race since their is no commonality.

[@pat3trytym01]

Love your contents. Just freestyle and keeping it real. Keep them rolling..🙌🏻

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you !

[@maygirlisnosyagain]

It’s only my 2nd video watched from this channel. But I want to say: I like the relaxed, not obtrusive but still on point kind of questioning. Always there is an interesting mix of interview partners. That you switch between the languages if it’s possible. It shows so much respect towards all involved parties and the discussed topics. Thank you!

[@shapedsilver3689]

I’m new to this channel but I like the interviewer’s vibe. He’s very interested in what everyone is saying in a very sincere way

[@joshuaho5775]

Thanks for your hard work again! Thank you for interviewing a wider spectrum of people this time!

[@MrMikeInverse]

Wow, 38.2K subscribers. This channel will become huge. 👏👏👏

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you !

[@sayeolamaeve3729]

Was really happy to see a South Asia! As an Asian myself, I relate far more to other Asians' experiences rather than North Americans' or Europeans'. Most videos about foreigners in Japan and Korea are about Western folks and their culture is more unique to me than East Asians cultures.

[@vanblitz7009]

Yeah, 'white western folks'

[@sayeolamaeve3729]

@@vanblitz7009 That's generally the only ethnic group from NA and Europe we come across in most videos of Japanese interviews, I agree.

[@dennisengelen2517]

@@vanblitz7009 Be careful that some black people won't go all BLM for thinking NA and EU only have white folks. You'd be deemed a racist quickly for no reason these days.

[@monsoonBloom]

I LOVED the bird noise. Don't delete your nature! It makes it so much better. In fact get more natural backgrounds, like a beautiful tree!

[@StarlightAngel948]

The guy from Texas is very cute!! I'm from Spain and I identified with the guys from Argentina. My husband and I kiss, hold hands and hug in public places since we started dating because that's a natural thing to do in Spain. Also we speak very directly to each other (same with friends and family) and we also speak openly about our feelings wich I think is very healthy in a relationship. Also we don't care about what other people might think and that is the best advice I could give! Be yourself and don't pay attention to what others may say or thing because you will be much more happier! Kind regards! I like your channel very much and I watch sometimed animes but I don't think I could live in Japan, huge cultural differences between spaniards and japonese!

[@GiveMeCoffee]

Hi, Takashi! Could you ask college students about their student debt? I've met so far three people from Japan who were still paying for it in their 40s! I thought most parents did pay for their children's tuition in Japan, but I haven't met anyone who didn't have to pay it by themselves. I think nobody pays enough attention to this issue, your government only focuses on the increase of elders and lack of births.

[@j_jarvh]

😭😭😭 for real???

[@MrBejkovec]

Yeah, most college students have to pay a debt that accumulated for their studies, it averages at 25-30 000 dollars a person.

[@hissenguinho]

@@MrBejkovec lol amazing that's still cheaper than in the UK. for instance, I wanted to do a Mechatronics Engineering course at Uni that would take 4 years. for each year it was a cost of £12.000 so at total would be £48.000 as of 2018, like many others I've decide to not to go and indebt myself for my life. luckily there's other options around such as apprenticeships that offer similar Grades and Diplomas + field experience and you get paid throughout of it.

[@shachede6828]

Student loan is universal even here in China or Taiwan

[@gordonbgraham]

It’s about $14,000 USD per year for tuition and supplementary costs combined.

[@allygarska]

Although the majority rule, at the end of the day it’s rather subjective. Down to the individual. But I have definitely heard Japanese & Korean, East Asians for the most part, are more cold than other countries. Here in Mexico it’s a whole different story. If you know, you know. Great video, brother! Much love!

[@SLICE_y0]

As an American who lived in Japan for 3 years, I never dated a Japanese woman. Not by choice so to say, because my options are open, but the reality I was in is that foreign languages can be pretty intimidating. I was infatuated with the culture and land, the wonderful people. But even if I learned Japanese or found a Japanese woman who spoke English, the next big thing that came to mind is that my plan wasn’t to live in Japan forever, and it would be too selfish of me to expect a Japanese native to move to America with me. Especially if Japan was all they knew. It would be a drastic shift in life that I know not everyone can handle. And Shyness. I was too shy to go out of my way to try to speak with a Japanese woman, as an American man. Because it is almost surreal meeting someone who speaks a completely different language and who’s culture is vastly different. It is very intriguing but also puts the fear that I would be too far different for their liking. The fear of acceptance. I was in the military stationed there too so I know some natives weren’t biggest fans of that on its own. But however I had a bunch of friends in the service I seen marry a Japanese woman and either continue stay living in Japan or bring their wife to America, either way is really cool to see. (Edit 8/24/22) One of my childhood best friends got stationed in Japan about 2 years ago, when he got there he met an awesome Japanese girl and they’re still together going strong. I’m pretty convinced he’s gonna marry her, never seen him this happy in my entire life knowing him. Goes to show love knows no cultural difference boundaries and you never know if it’s the right move being with someone from a different country and culture unless you give it a try.

[@nikitaw1982]

A lot just want a fling. A lot do want to leave. Wether they will be happy over there starting a family is another thing.

[@TheMarioMen1]

Let’s goo haha that’s every GI’s dream to marry a smoking hot Asian girl 🥵

[@sweebos]

I really enjoy all these different perspectives... In the videos and comments as well. 🙂 Thanks for sharing ✌️💙

[@Wickwok]

Japan: the nail that sticks out gets hammered. Argentinas: 7 years in walking around with full size Argentina flag. 😂 😂 😂 😆

[@adimessi1033]

Love your videos it's quite interesting to hear the perspectives of different people in Japan. Greetings from Scotland and congrats for getting more and more subscribers.

[@fenim5617]

Im also an Indian, and I just got admitted to a university in Kyoto. I feel relieved that a fellow indian is doing well in japan, maybe I have a chance there too? But my Japanese level is waaaaay low than his haha. Anyways, nice video Takashi San! I usually don't find Indian people or south Asian people in these "japanese people interviewing foreigners" videos, so I'm really thankful for you! Already subscribed!!!!!

[@rishavgoyal8249]

How long have you been learning Japanese ? Im thinking of learning it too

[@aswinkruze8986]

Bro how did you get into that University.. Is it a scholarship or management?? Can you tell the process it took for u bro

[@vetiarvind]

it's because there aren't that many indians in japan (35,000 in a population of 125 million or about 0.03%)

[@ayushn5979]

If you want more Job and visa related info on Japan in hindi Indian channel named" rom rom ji " is there

[@scyth3yato840]

@@vetiarvind bro i can literally count more than 50k around the kanto region lmfao

[@Thadnill]

As a swedish person who used to live in Tokyo I have to say that dating japanese women was really fun and interesting in my experience, they were all super kind and respectful. I dated some japanese women who were really japanese and couldn't speak english at all, and some japanese women who were very into western culture and spoke english well, it of course was harder when they didn't speak English well but I always had a great time and enjoyed myself and it looks like they did too. It's all about respect and trying to understand each other. But I also have to say that swedish culture can be quite similar to Japanese, especially when it comes to being respectful, following social rules and norms, don't blend out too much, etc. So adapting to Japanese mindset was quite easy as a swede. We can also very quiet and don't like when other invade our personal space, etc. Like in Japan. Japan is maybe a little more extreme than sweden, but still similar. One cultural thing though that I struggled with when dating is my sarcasm, sarcasm is very very normal and used in sweden, and my experience was that it's not so common or normal with sarcasm in Japan, so it was hard for people to know if I was being serious or if I was just being sarcastic and joking when speaking sometimes. But what do you think Takashii, is sarcasm normal and used in Japan or is it not normally used?

[@roach9857]

Thanks for sharing your experience bro😸

[@lincoqie]

I am Japanese living in a Nordic country. Yes, I had trouble understanding their sarcasm. For example, they say "Great!" when bad things happened. I thought that the thing was not great at all, but I have to respect the difference in the opinion. So, I had to act as if I believed that he was talking his mind very honestly, although deep in my mind, I doubted that he might be saying a not very fun sarcasm. I really wonder why some non Japanese people use sarcasm which is a bit confusing?

[@AnaMusings]

I was also interested in the subject and without having lived there, I've tried to research this topic and I found some interesting things in other ppl's videos, like That Japanese Man Yuta, who sure, is promoting his Japanese teaching as well, but he makes some interesting points (he has more videos on Japanese humour, as well): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKHRq6N7edibjLs And there is also a Japanese comedian who is trying to be sarcastic about sarcasm - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqnWqYWraKhleNk For all it's worth, I do agree with what they're saying, I think a lot of humour is regional, or can be - I was watching some stand up routines from different Asian creators and as they also addressed, what jokes work in US for example, do not work in Malaysia, or the other way around because a lot of what humour is comes from a shared cultural experience. Hope that helps a bit! :)

[@rocketman3770]

@@lincoqie because it is fun! sort of like an inside joke.

[@GenyaArikado]

Det känns som att det är svårt å dejta seriöst i alla länder nuförtiden för killar! ;)

[@alexjensen990]

The more I watch your channel the more I want to move to Japan. Being 25% Japanese myself I've always wanted to spend some time there, but have never had the chance. My impulse was even stronger after seeing the guy who grew up outside of Dallas. I grew up in Garland, TX (a suburb of Dallas)... Who knows... Perhaps it is a sign.

[@olivergro7105]

Thank you for keeping the title real. There are many japan KZbinr who would've wrote "why you never want to date a Japanese women" or stuff like this

[@ワィダビナシリァ]

One of channel that awaited the most, for learning everything about Japanese People ✨️

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you so much !

[@lizawinslow4773]

This is a very popular topic with you tubers about Japan. I appreciate it. Keep the interviews coming👍🏾

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you !

[@Natsuluvsyou]

I agree with everything said in this video!! I myself found it hard dating in Japan for a serious relationship. In my experience, yes they don't Express their true feelings well so when they don't like you or lose feelings for you then you get that answer through ghosting.

[@Mari_9339]

Since you asked so nicely, i will subscribe. What a gentleman 😊

[@gabrielhathcock1848]

Okay can we just appreciate guy number one learning the accent as well as the language

[@Japan_Champloo]

Japanese here. I'm sorry for the VERY LONG essay and it's not related to this video, but I need to clear up the misunderstanding about "the Japanese only restaurants" part on the previous video. I understand that you must be very busy, but I was hoping you, Takashii-san would explain and answer to non-Japanese people who were shocked and disappointed to hear that part. There's a possibility that a single video or a single comment can give them a bad impression of Japanese, so I always pause and think before I post. Fortunately, the video has gotten a large amount of views and comments there (I'm happy for you), so please allow me to comment here. Maybe it would be a bit easier for non-Japanese people to notice my comment. As Takashii-san said in the reply section, I've never seen such signs that say "Japanese only" in my entire life, either. I'm vaguely familiar with it, though. That's why it made me feel uncomfortable when the last man on the previous video metioned it, so I did some research for an hour. As a result, he's right. Unfortunately, they exist here in Japan, but there're roughly two reasons for that. 1. Lost in Translation: Japanese only is meant to signify no English or other language spoken (Nihongo only). An online article says that some restaurants have signs that say "Japanese language only" now because they corrected the mistake in the mid-2010s. 2. Language Barrier: Since staff aren't able to communicate with non-japanese speaking customers, staff struggle to deal with the situation when some of them behave badly (e.g., not paying in the local currency, insistence on foreign language menus, ignorance of local manners and customs, or repeatedly trying to hit on Japanese female customers persistently). I'm not saying there're no racial/ethnic discrimination in this country. Definitely not. My ex-girlfriend is part French and part Japanese. She has dissociative identity disorder and two of her personalities told me that she/they had a rough childhood at school and at home. I sincerely think we must eliminate every form of discrimination. Thank you for taking the time to read my long comment.

[@Mwoods2272]

Just to add to your comment. Japanese also want to provide the best service possible and with the language barrier, sometimes orders might get messed up or wrong. Japanese workers don't want you leaving their place with a negative view because of some misunderstandings. They would rather not take your patronage than fail at providing you with the best service possible.

[@-Ryu-]

When I was in Sapporo I really liked to go in the morning at six o'clock to the little fish market. Some shopkeepers in the stall in front sold fish and behind it they had a little kitchen where they cooked the fish for breakfast, I think it's one of the most Japanese things there is. No one spoke English and they were all Japanese, I would walk in with a smile and point my finger on the menu at the fish I wanted, there was never a problem with understanding and when I passed by the store the shopkeeper would always snatch a couple of crab legs to give to me as a present.

[@Leopold_van_Aubel]

Stop trying to justify discrimination.

[@trigi3678]

@@Leopold_van_Aubel you are right it’s fucked up and it should’ve been handled in a different way but he is trying to say is not out of hate for being a foreigner. These types of places are rare tho to have these signs anyways but like you said we shouldn’t justify discrimination.

[@Japan_Champloo]

@@trigi3678 I certainly wasn't trying to justify anything, I was explaining because I even saw the word ‘nazi’ somewhere in the comments section. I'm not sure why Takashii hasn't answered non-Japanese people's questions yet. Maybe he's just busy or thinks it's no big deal. To me, it IS a big deal. I've been reading a tons of comments and online articles about discriminate against mixed-racial people in Japan since the late 2000s. It's been over a decade since then, I still see them suffering discrimination online. Whether some Japanese people are ‘hardcore’ racists or ‘casually’ racists, they always make me ashamed of being a Japanese man. You have no idea how many times I wished I was born in a different country and wished I were non-Japanese, but I stopped thinking like that since I realized it's disrespectful to my mom and dad. I love them.

[@yumi-iq8nu]

Hi Takashii your videos are so entertaining can't stop watching them, I would love to watch an episode about international students too !

[@charpkun]

I find it interesting to see different perspectives like this. I recently started watching the Netflix show love is blind japan. This coupled with episodes of terrace house made me realize that on the surface, japanese seem to be aloof, but once you get past the giri, inner/outer social circle divide, there is very deep introspection. And i think it is very difficult because of societal and cultural reasons to peel that back, and add a layer of foreign on top of that, it does get quite complicated. That said, i do agree with a lot interviewed that having abroad experience bridges that gap. I myself had difficulties finding a match (or even having deep non romantic relations) with people that did not have the broad perspective of those who have travelled and especially worked abroad. I think the level of integration and willingness to cope and appreciate cultures only comes with working life (as opposed to tourists or even foreign exchange students) Anyway, thank you for this. You are correct in that while it is insightful to see the foreigner yt channels, it is helpful to get additional perspective from creators of japanese descent. Keep up the good work

[@tsnd2101]

I what to date a Japanese guy

[@vsharan2k]

Was super interesting how people gradually open upto the line of questions, after a while almost spontaneously flowing with the conversation... super Takashii !

[@md8590]

That first guy as soon as he starts speaking Japanese he speaks quiet and polite. English is a brutal language

[@Paul-yk7ds]

I've been living in Thailand, and I've found similarly here, there is a big difference between dating "fully" Thai women who have only lived here, versus dating those who have lived abroad and are more fluent in English. There are pros and cons to both, I think, it just depends what you're looking for.

[@vetiarvind]

Yeah, I agree with you.

[@bw4348]

What are the pros and cons? Don't leave us hanging like that.

[@Paul-yk7ds]

​@@bw4348 Well, if you like being able to have long, fluent, in-depth conversations in English, then obviously that's a "pro" of dating the ones who have lived abroad. But that also comes with more exposure to western culture overall, including stuff like feminism and modern western casual dating norms (which could be a pro *or* con depending on your values and preferences). Also, if you're a westerner who moved to Asia to experience a different culture, then maybe you're interested in dating someone who is more fully of that culture, not as much influence from the west. But whether you see the cultural differences as pros or cons really depends on what you value. Personally I've actually liked dating both kinds of women, but they feel quite different to me, so I'd understand if most people have a preference for one or the other. (Side note: If you're using online dating, the app you choose will highly influence the amount of each type of woman you encounter. For example, OK Cupid seems to have more of the English-speaking, world-traveled women, compared to Tinder.)

[@madmax8620]

Thai women seem to like boning the foreign men more...at least in all the thousands of pornos ive seen.

[@garrytherat4793]

You can't really compare thai girls and japanese girls, because thai girls are way more into foreign men than japanese girls are. I lived 5 years in Bangkok and 3 years in Tokyo and if i have to give a rough percentage i would say 70% of thai women are into foreign men, while maybe no more than 30% of japanese girls are into foreign men. This is a very rough estimate because obviously it will depend on who the man is and what he brings to the table.

[@seananthony7494]

Imagine being Latino and Japanese… 2 cultures that couldn’t be more different.😂😂😂

[@bloombird7575]

I'm American and finding spouse here in Tokyo is not easy.

[@Terszel]

Really? I mean there have always been a lot of Asians in South America, especially Brazil and Argentina

[@ncrtrooper8786]

they both have similar language speed

[@justaguyfromreddit]

As an Italian I'm used to be open at the point that after 5 minutes I have met someone we are like, brothers 😂. I guess I won't be dating any Japanese girl any time soon

[@jamesg7790]

First guy was strong fr very good social skills💪🏾

[@JimmyBond85]

Takashi you're the man. I have never been to Japan but I have always been fascinated with the culture. Thanks for the videos.You're English is very good too

[@arwamansour2886]

First ... subscribed coz it is a good and interesting channel! ●v● Edit: Am I the only one who feel that when people switch from English to Japanese.. they be so cute and different 😻🌸

[@takashiifromjapan]

Thank you so much !

[@scognizance3326]

I am not sure if that sounds bit awkward or disrespectful, but I would like to know what are the challenges Japanese face as the citizen of a developed country. What are few things they wish them to be other way around. Thanks in advance if you accept my request and sorry if you find this 'a thing I shouldn't have asked'.

[@ruready4adventure743]

Awww…I love the Japanese made Gibson (Orville in Japan) and Fender guitars. The quality is top-tier. Get cha one! #gibson #orville #fender #getchaone

[@LaughBoxCaleb]

its interesting seeing how you subtitle the first guy. i never noticed how much slang we use and its interesting to see all of the unnecessary bits cut out

[@isasave]

The argentinan guy is El shuki! He's so funny!! he also has his own KZbin channel and talks about similar things like Takashi but in spanish, he even interviewed his grandmother and asked her why she'd moved to Argentina.

Love your videos. Congratulations for your work from Spain!!🇪🇸 :D

[@alban4220]

Something important to mention, when dating japanese : Nomikai culture, combined with Love Hotels, makes cheating very easy, and many do. Of course, not all, but it happens a lot

[@KhukuriGod]

Yes, I have a friend living in Japan who says the same thing. Not surprising since Japan is the country that keeps on pumping out cursed NTR doujins and hentais lol.

[@GenyaArikado]

with what people do you go to love hotels?

[@Akelehimarenge]

Japan mei bhi OYO hai kya😂😂

[@jaheimgayle7288]

@@KhukuriGod 🤣🤣true

[@tokyomercs848]

damn i was getting my hopes up till you said that , not sure i wanna date one now

[@ishakak147]

As an European girl who was living in China for 2 years, where I met not only chinese people but also Korean and Japanese (we were studying there) I completely agree with Indian guy. I mean, I haven't dated anyone, because I have a boyfriend, but in the means of friendship - it is the same. Even though I had a lot of friends (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) I kind of felt lonely. I mean - you cannot talk about anything serious, anything deeper, because all was like a more day-to-day conversations. About food, hobbies, eating, traveling. You never really feel like you have someone close to you. I mean I like Eastern Asians - they are really nice, they are harmless. I don't think that they can be mischevious like a lot of Westerns. This is why it is hard to not like them. But sometimes it is like talking with youngsters/children (even when they are old). Your personalities don't match completely. That is why altough I like the people, I wouldn't like to live there always, because in the long term you really can feel like "alone in the crowd".

[@TokyoPaul]

Nice topic sir! And nice collab with Yuka-san with me Japan. Dating in Japan is tough. Luckily I am past that.

[@lasthopedan]

Im italian and i lived in Tokyo for almost a year when i was 23, yeah it was hard because i you spend most pf the time completly alone but, in my case, i had time to think about myself and explore part of my weakness….it was hard but i grew up a lot in this situation as person…..i have date some japanese girls with no problem, the cultural difference was the best part, exploring other culture and learn how to be respectful and different lifestyle was challenging but so rewarding….i’ll never forget that exeperience

[@tuanphamnguyenminh7119]

i 'm extremely impress that Indian guy says he didn't feel difficult in N1 test😱

[@takashiifromjapan]

He was reading a book before interview He must be smart

[@tuanphamnguyenminh7119]

@@takashiifromjapan more than agree , タカシさん、時々字幕は違いがあるから😅

[@Sai-qz9nk]

I feel uncomfortable with all this undeserved praise. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my thoughts, Takashi-san. (P.S. I'm definitely not that smart; just lucked out picking a language that I came to love so much. And as you can see, I still speak quite poorly in spite of 6 years learning the language.)

[@drawingwithstress]

@@Sai-qz9nk if you don't mind, when did you start learning Japanese and what's your job like? Do you enjoy it? Feel free to ignore if it's too personal

[@gokulakrishnanr]

@@Sai-qz9nk iam gokul iam trying to learn Japanese can you please give any tips for learning Japanese

[@amberheardslawyerprofessor5266]

Woah that first guy is from Texas too brooo we always get the biggest surprise face from Japanese because Texas is 🔥

[@robertreed2824]

Ive dated a Japanese woman long distance before, i live in Alaska and i have to say it was an interesting experience to see all the differences between us, obviously in the end it didn't work out but for the year and a half we dated it was great and even though it ended kinda rough due to covid back in 2020 i still think she was one of the greatest people ive personally know, just wish things were different between us so it could have worked out... but considering the circumstances it was for the best for both of us

[@vikzn1607]

How did Someone from Alaska meet a Japanese person

[@titanium4167]

@@vikzn1607 Alaska is closer to Japan compared to anywhere else in the US, except for Hawaii

[@robertreed2824]

@@vikzn1607 you probably wont believe this, but of all places to meet people i met her in an online game... i honestly dont even know why i did but i remember droping a random player some items i didn't need and then they decided to join me in the mission i was doing for a while, then i friend requested them before leaving because they seemed fun to play with, i guess she remember me the next day because she asked me to help her with a mission she was struggling with and after playing for a while i decided id ask some questions unrelated to the game and one thing just kinda lead to another, and like i said it seems unbelievable but believe me i still dont understand how any of it worked out, it just did and i dont regret any of it

[@hozz]

This channel is a very helpful insight into japan and its people. Thank you.

[@dacoup5955]

Aaayyyeee Dallas Texas native here ... Awesome to see a native living in Japan, may plan is to get this online business to perform optimally and move there myself to enjoy a couple years to myself and i wouldn't mind dating in japan while i'm at it so its great to see another native making his own way out there.

[@saturner15]

Just subscribed to your channel! Love learning about different cultures from vloggers. I guess for a question--- I'd like to hear their answers on how fast japanese women feel comfortable when it comes to transitioning from dating to being in a boyfriend/girlfriend situation ☺️.

[@takashiifromjapan]

Ohhhh thank you so much !

[@Justjus__]

As an argentine, it makes me feel so proud to see other argentinians carrying the flag everywhere in the world. You are legends!

[@horacefairview5349]

Why? It's pretty easy to carry a bit cloth, it's not like they're wandering around a Chilean football stadium with it. People just think it's a bit weird.

[@sebastianbardon391]

​@@horacefairview5349 A flag is more than a piece of cloth, as you know. It's a symbol. Some people are prouder than others, specially when being far away from home. I didn't get what you mean with the Chilean stadium remark but certainly you will find flags if our national team plays. I don't see myself carrying the flag around but it's not weird at all. Some people find it weird, others don't. You can't generalize this.

[@coltzi]

that Indian dude, his Indian accent completely disappeared once he started speaking Japanese, that's crazy.

[@kumarvikramaditya9636]

Because Japanese is easy for indians

[@Novarsen]

Very interesting video! Thank you! I also admire those people that learned and speak pretty fluently Japanese. Such a beautiful language.

[@SpeedyBee25]

Vamos Argentina! Thank you Argentine guys for representing!

[@B0XMATTER]

Personal experience is that sometimes dating Japanese women is like scheduling appointments for the doctors. Always at least a week away. Sending them a chat and asking if they want to hang is 99% impossible. But in turn, they can just ring you up, tell you that they want to hang and then if you say no, they complain you never make time for them :/

[@-Ryu-]

true

[@tommyt2077]

I had that same experience but not with japanese but with taiwanese girls

[@GenyaArikado]

If they rarely ask you out or answer you then it means they are not into you....there are so many girls ghosting other guys nowadays...20-40 years old girls today are ghosting to much

[@SuperAvocadoo]

Girls are dealing with dozen or hundreds of guys texting them already. They have to choose the guys they want to hang out with because they have so many choices. Simple as that. I already have trouble talking to 5 girls at the same time, so I can imagine what is like for girls.

[@GenyaArikado]

@@SuperAvocadoo I hate that equation

[@Ian24089]

The Indian dude seems like a cool guy.

[@Only_Habibi]

Takashi san, I remember you messaged my authors account a few months ago and I subscribed to your channel when you had around 2,000 subscribers. I noticed your channel got huge! Did the KZbin algorithm finally notice you? I'm happy for you! 😃 yokatta ne

[@mariostudio7]

10:19 I loved his answer! I feel the same way even though I'm not good at learning new languages. It's fun when you do it because you love it!

[@augussierra]

Greetings everyone from Argentina 🇦🇷❤️ have a beautiful day. And to my Argentine friends in Japan, you are the best, may you succed in all your adventures (and i hope you read this)

[@Foolbool_]

funky ass vibes from the first dude

[@UniVerse-to4mq]

I knew a guy who had a fetish and was obsessed with Japanese manga who went to Japan just to find a woman to marry. He worked there for several years and dated a few Japanese woman and finally came back to France totally traumatized.

[@jasonbrody8957]

Why traumatized?

[@UniVerse-to4mq]

@@jasonbrody8957 too many of them had BPD. The don’t reveal it immediately.

[@jasonbrody8957]

@@UniVerse-to4mq oh damn, didn't know that

[@shredjward]

I dont know if you realize, but during your conversation with the man from India at 7:55 you subtitled him saying "it takes more time to get to the *route* of the conversation" when it should be *_root_*

[@bikingsolo9194]

That first guy seemed really down to earth! I’m from dallas too so it was interesting to see another suburban of Dallas out in Japan!