Tokyo, Japan March 11 Earthquake: The Real Stew

A hodgepodge of clips on the event of the 8.9 earthquake and it's effects in the Shibuya ward of Tokyo.
The severest of the quakes in Tokyo were weak, but enough to cause precautionary mayhem. Staff in the Shibuya Post Office requested that we get under the tables.
Honestly, this was one of the most exciting events that I witnessed, considering that the winter is off-season for everything potentially epic; like climbing Mt. Fuji.
When I look back on the event, I almost wish I was in Fukushima proper; it would have been awe-inspiring to have witnessed the tsunami in person. Some real-life survival training, and potentially the opportunity save lives, would have made for an unforgettable experience.
After the initial quakes, I took myself over to the Shibuya JR Station to catch a train to my hotel, only to find that the trains were shut down. Waited for about an hour with no trains coming. Got hungry. Visited a restaurant. Ate some meat with sprouts.
After heading back to the station and finding that the JR lines were still closed, I took a little nap in a department store, as was the thing to do at the time.
Store closed, I was ushered out and the staff bowed to us as we left the building.
Station did not reopen... Found a bus line to my destination (or close enough) and stood in a line for 5 hours to get on. Through gridlock traffic, it took 2 more hours to get to the Gotanda station. Once I arrived, I was fortunate to see the subway lines were up and running at 0200.
In my delirium after these trials and tribulations, I was amused by the citizen who was too tired to try and make it back to his home that he found a place to rest his weary head; a little nook beside the walkway.
After seeing this, I continued with my journey to my hotel, only to find that it was closed, and I had to sleep on chairs in their restaurant. This was the only choice.
That was my experience.

[@YuKishiba_sj]

今頃になって何故かオススメに出てきたけど………あなた様に怪我がなくて良かったです。それと、瞳がとても綺麗ですね。

[@こたやまさん]

あなたが無事で本当によかったです！

[@nanchattekeibiin]

私もなぜかお勧めででてきましたが、いずれにしても貴重な映像ですね‥。ありがとうございます！

[@Veronica_Ap]

At 0:31 This guy said the Word "Earthquake. This is Exciting"

[@gondrongkancong]

japanese are very professional when earthquake happen. very calm and not panic..its very different than i experience in indonesia, when earthquake all people turns into chaotic

[@ロンド祥子]

従業員がちゃんとお客さんを非難させているので安心しました

[@MTAUBNVS]

At the beginning I thought they were at a MUSIC STORE IN THE MALL CUZ I HEARD THE METAL SWAYING SOUNDED LIKE A 2-PAC BEAT..ALL EYES ON ME

[@cwhite6535]

これを見て思ったのですが、外国人向けに英語専用チャンネルモニターが設置してあれば良いなぁと思いました。 普段はCMを流し、緊急災害時にだけ、英語でニュースを流すのです。

[@ネコシッポピンピン]

は？日本語勉強してから入国しろよ

[@KinOskNw]

高垣智 老害出てきたw

[@xmyklxisxcoolx]

god. even the earthquakes are organized in japan. props.

[@zoo8203]

0:06 earthquake dropping some fire beats though

[@Nogapniba]

😂

[@brianchar-bow3273]

Immediately after the occurrence of the earthquake, people living in Tokyo did not know the scale of the damage in the entire Tohoku region until they saw the TV footage, of course. Many of the people in these images were aware at this point that "the earthquake was longer and bigger than usual," that "trains have been suspended to check for safety and to be cautious of a recurrence of the earthquake, and so people cannot go home," that "Tokyo's electricity and water lifelines have not yet been shut down," and that "Cell phone service is still spotty.“ That was the situation of the people in this video at that time. Still, everyone was calm, even though they could have been more panicked. Why is that? The history of Japan is very old, about 2,000 years since the Emperor's reign, but humans began to live in villages and communities in this island nation about 14,000 years ago, during “the Jomon pottery” culture. The country name word "NIPPON”(Japan) means "the land under the sun" , but another name is "WA" or "YAMATO" , meaning “Peacefully Harmony among People and with Nature”.　So, Japan's name means “the Land under the Sun” and” the Land of "Great Harmony of People and Nature,” In this island nation surrounded by the sea on all sides, since ancient times, people have lived peacefully in groups, respecting harmony, and living in harmony with nature and enjoying the blessings of nature. The original country names from ancient times "YAMATO, WA" reflect their wishes and realities. In public places where everyone gathers, everyone should act in a way that “Do not disturb others.“ If all participants can act in a way that “you do not cause trouble to others," that is, at the same time, it will create an environment in which “No one cause trouble to you” The same is true if we substitute the phrase "everyone always help others in need.” If everyone does this, it will create a social situation in which "when you are in trouble, someone will help you.” This is a very rational group wisdom to live in peace with each other. This is not for the sake of any particular person, but in order to live equally comfortably with each other, the obligation to act for the peace of mind of "all participants with each other" also arises. Therefore, they believe that the right thing to do in public places is not to bother others, even if there are no garbage cans, to take home garbage that they have soiled themselves and dispose of it on “their own responsibility”, and not to throw garbage away in public places where it will bother others. This is because they have been taught through their childhood “education” that this is an ancient teaching, a tradition, and “a natural duty of adults.” It is a teaching and a rule of life that has been handed down in this island nation since ancient times. “A peaceful environment can only be built through mutual give and take, each other.” One for all, all for one, the sprits of OTAGAI-SAMA, TASUKEAI (help each other, everyone)". ”In times of trouble, we are there ,help for each other.”（Komatta Toki ha Otagaisama) Because of its so long history, the Japanese themselves are unaware that they themselves have an "unknown no-named religion”. However, they have inherited it through the long history of this island nation. They have lived collectively in their island environment for more than 14,000 years, and this has given them the wisdom of life to survive in that environment, which is condensed in the traditional Japanese teachings. But the interesting thing about Japanese culture is that this obligation is only for the peaceful life of each other in public places where everyone gathers, and does not regulate individual personal beliefs, hobbies, and preferences, which are the free choice of the individual. This has not been treated academically yet, but it has been a feature of Japanese culture since ancient times. That is why so many different cultures have blossomed in each period of Japanese history. There are two main reasons why Japan, an island nation, has developed its own unique culture. One is the natural environment of the warm and humid climate volcanic islands. Surrounded by the sea on four sides, Japan has a warm climate that provides abundant water resources, plants, and food. On the other hand, the warm and humid climate is a favorable environment not only for humans, but also for microorganisms and bacteria, which can easily multiply and cause health problems and epidemics if left in their natural state. Also, in terms of location and topography, typhoons, windstorms, floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, etc.,　It is an environment that has both a rich natural environment suitable for human life, and a harsh natural environment. Japanese cleanliness is a necessary behavior to overcome this negative element. This concrete example, such as daily cleaning and washing, tidying up, and daily bathing habits, and they has done education from an early age because it is a matter of life and death. This is the reason why the culture has developed a perfectionist behavior and that everything be handled to the last detail in order to eliminate negative environmental elements from thier lives. This is all from the ancient wisdom of life in order to survive in this island environment, unlike life on the continent, where it is dry. Second, because they are geographically isolated from Eurasia in the Pacific Ocean, they have historically been less vulnerable to invasion from other continental nations and powers, and in fact have not been invaded by other nations, including cultures, until the modern era. These two factors (an island nation's natural environment and geopolitical isolation) are the reasons why Japan is different from other Asian nations and historically gave birth to a unique Japanese culture. So once you enter this island, it doesn't matter if you are foreigner or Japanese, “all people are equally” expected to cooperate and contribute their behavior to make life comfortable for each other. " We act with each other so as not to cause trouble for others." Because if even “one person stops this”, the comfortable environment “will disappear” in an instant. Surprisingly, a unique and advanced civic cultural consciousness has existed in Japan since ancient times, don't you think?

[@daveindiego06]

did you see the underside of that bench they were sheltering under? Not a single gum wad, It was a clean as the top I bet.

[@maryhebert9887]

I noticed that too!

[@davidenespana]

under a table with two pretty Japanese girls while jazz musak plays in the background... sort of surreal

[@betweenyouandsky]

Oh,you are so unlucky to experience the big quake like that. What were you doing in Tokyo anyway ? Many many years ago I lived in Tokyo for a few years but I never experienced anything like that,thank god !

[@MonthlyFailsVideoResearching]

Hey Biffbadongza, do you have an email address we can use to contact you regarding this video? I'd love to discuss a license to use this if possible! Cheers, Felix

[@MTAUBNVS]

You can also tell this guy is not from a state that has earthquake s..cuz that TABLE at best could probably withstand adirect hit from a bag of cement..but 20 ton steel beams him and his camera would be a NEW tile design for future generations

[@cocoaelizabeth297]

" earthquake - this is excitng " So sarcastic lol

[@Roont3]

Epic story telling. I'm curious to know which o those options you chose.

[@TokyoAkiHara]

Wow... it's already 2012 now since the incident happened. Still astonished to see Japan repair itself so quickly and now they are preparing for the next quake :/ Probably have force fields for tsunami's by then xD Meanwhile during an earthquake in the US... 'SOMEBODY DO SOMETHING! WAHHH' ;)

[@Og-Judy]

KZbin just put this on my recommended. It's February 2023 now 🤣 Americans in Japan during earthquake. 😱😱😱 Japanese during earthquake. 🤨🤨🤨 Oh its shaking again....

[@poodtang1]

He's cute.

[@afdhalulakbar5382]

Simp?

[@scarecrowandmrwheat391]

Simp

[@noname-dk7ri]

Many people write "you", But maybe this video is just a collection of videos uploaded elsewhere. He is not the person on this channel.

[@rwuh89]

To prevent the catching or spreading of illnesses (like the common cold, flu, etc.). Also in some Asian countries, some younger people use it as fashion.

[@ErwinTheBolocBoloc]

Watching From The Philippines!! 🇵🇭

[@djmarsone5209]

🇪🇸 Spain 🖐️

[@pigasos15]

Greece!

[@nemospence2724]

Maybe it's your first experience

[@dhbiza]

0:08 did someone lose a contact lens under the table and they are all looking for it?

[@NT-zf8dx]

地震も凄いけど、渋谷は再開発で何もかも変わったんだなというのがよく分かるな

[@ichikasuga]

nobody got panic

[@RibbonAn]

Well I kind off like the background music at the restaurant kind of relaxing for a freaking natural disaster, if I was there I would not know if I should cry or remain calm

[@lwwwwl]

渋谷の当日の混乱は何個か動画であるけど　これはこれで今後の対策資料になりそうな内容だと思う

[@turtlesoul]

@MrFirefoxvic it causes a 'pocket' to form around you, saves your life, etc,.....

[@Rickyrab]

Google Translate has it as "Is not hurt you? I did not hurt you?" To me, this implies that the employee was saying "You're not hurt? I didn't hurt you, did I?" (But what might've made sense, given the situation, is "Are you okay? Did anyone get hurt?")

[@jemphet]

You are collect!

[@muru3xi]

@MrFirefoxvic the roof won't fall, because it's designed by Japanese engineers.

[@freakahurt]

when December 2012 comes ill be in japan knowing its the safest place .. u know what i mean buildings were used to it

[@TheMusicjunky25]

I just love how the Japanese are so chilled about it... standing up enjoying the veiw haha Meanwhile other over sea people are under the table xD

[@RHEB68]

He doesn't speak japanese, that's why he says that at 1:58 cause he doesn't understand what they are saying at the news, and for me he loks kind of scared actually.

[@jrrocker168]

It's hygiene practise in Japan. They will use mask even a light cold. A good hygiene culture.

[@homeofcartoon1111]

it was my birthday when it happened

[@alexyuarayan1212]

You are still survive ?

[@Hausdetektiv]

Da fliegt kein Papier rum,keine Graffitis oder mit Edding bemaltes..Wow!

[@Bildungsromancuddy]

The building must be basee-isolated.

[@joseagustinjimenez9559]

Parece ser que esto es un ensayo o simulacro de uno percance como un sismo PERO NO ES UN VIDEO DEL SISMO DEL 11 DE SEPT. DE 2011 PUES NADA OCURRE Y TODOS ESTAN SERENOS COMO CUANDO TE DAN INSTRUCCIONES.

[@GnosticAtheist]

He doesn't know what is going on, not does he know the extreme magnitude of this quake. Most Japanese did not know either, those in Tokyo.

[@richardoedward7569]

Øystein A. sendai has 15 seconds warning and tokyo has 60 seconds warning prior to an earthquake before it happens.

[@itz_andrey9137]

It’s 9.1

[@julyconcord2721]

There is only a split second shot,where there is what looks like 'The Tusami'. Did you lose the place you stayed at?

[@axjmd]

were you frightened? I was in the Northridge earthquake and that was scary.

[@jacquelines9966]

Loma prieta earthquake in 1989 and hector mine earthquake ( in palm springs at that time) in 1999

[@CharlieFBarassi]

damn they are so organizative

[@itz_andrey9137]

“Earthquake. This is exciting.” Yeah, a 9.1 magnitude earthquake is definitely exciting (not) Still though, amazing architecture!

[@KFrost-fx7dt]

It's following you. Are you the earthquake man?

[@trimel81]

your close -up is CUTE!!!!

[@ELconchesumare]

@Starpath2012 you probably an older dude too

[@MudRogue]

dude is just taking vid of the pretty girls.

[@caxcallatik]

chinchin no chisaii

[@japaneselilly]

I saw many depressive graphic but thank you for upload * Bigham.World - explore 311 in Tokyo` Vid. Scary event turn into more something brave feeling and not to worried.

[@whitetornado603]

dude is hot

[@mutestingray]

whitetornado603 you freak

[@1967browneyes]

Love those eyes of yours

[@homeofcartoon1111]

thx

[@hebneh]

So Japan undergoes the largest earthquake in its recorded history and 20,000 people die, and this guy's reactions - spoken with a smile on his face - include "Earthquake. This is exciting," (0:30); "Something big is happening" (1:58); "Awesome" (5:11), and "Hell yeah" (5:22). Like it's a quirky show being put on for his enjoyment and he's cool.

[@pwowp8848]

They died from the tsunami nott the quake donkey

[@Veronica_Ap]

that's in 0:30 1:58 5:11 5:22

[@xXxDamageProxXx]

but the have well built buildings.

[@DaBigPear]

Meanwhile in CNN the news anchors were like "half of the japanese population IS DEATH! and the other half is going to die in the next few days because of the NUCLEAR STUFF LEAK!!! PRAY FOR JAPAN!!! PRAY!" Yeah it was a very rough earthquake, but Japan is so awesome that they were very prepared for it! Other countries would just dissapear, like Haiti :S

[@abuelita4094]

Earthquakes are exciting? okay

[@Veronica_Ap]

No! IM NOT EXCITED!!!

[@Sims3kaizoku]

you have perfect teeth...lol

[@mattegeniet]

Actually I would claim that it's not. For example cities like Kobe or Sendai are likely much more earthquake prepared. In these cities, badly earthquake resistant buildings will not be there anymore for natural reasons, whereas Tokyo hasn't really had a big earthquake since the 1920's.

[@ozzygodisgod]

you mean Lex Luther

[@AllenAcNguyen]

I'm okay, but I'm in Houston, Texas, US is safe with no earthquakes happen! Mount Fuji actually happens if they try to shake again!

[@freakahurt]

hahaha this is the most hilarious thing ive ever seen .IMAGINE your wearing a nice coat and your hair is properly fix then you go under the table and do nothing hahahha funny.i mean the girl in 1:12 is cute(what she'd done)

[@girlishow88]

TOKYO ？？………………NEXT……

[@noname-dk7ri]

UP主は本人じゃありませんよ。

[@trainrover]

You're cute ... endearing playfulness too :)

[@JulioSantos-rk3gh]

If this earthquake happen in the U.S. for instance, since Japan loss 20,000 people. US will lose millions, just sayin.

[@justme7777]

Julio Santos that's because USA who stampede and kill each other in rudeness. In Japan they learn from grammer school to remain calm, no chatter, no push, no running.

[@krissycat25]

so that's where all the cute good looking white guys went, to Japan!

[@クロちゃん-l3v]

いまどきツイッターとかあるし、テレビに皆が集まる光景は次の大震災時には見られないだろうね

[@我楽多倉庫-b3i]

当時はケータイの回線がパンクしたんで公衆電話に行列が出来たりテレビに群がったりしたんですが、いまは大丈夫なんでしょうかね？

[@tonyb374]

0:32 sorry dude. Clean out your damn nose. We didn't need to see that.

[@marshamarsha4786]

your cute.lol

[@Stripe0022]

FIRST!!!

[@greencage1]

big teeth

[@holocaustdefender33]

It was a 9.0 earthquake

[@LivB4uDie]

How come so many of them have their mouths covered? What, they're all sick?

[@mahrayakerie928]

Air pollution is typically very bad over there

[@zahlen_0092]

@@mahrayakerie928 what? Tokyo is pretty green, I think masks were more worn by people who don't want to speak to strangers over there.

[@necrozin8298]

@@zahlen_0092 you both are wrong lol, they don't want to spread their own illness (even a light cold) to other people

[@erestube]

This was March 11. It was still winter but the hay-fever season starts in February in Japan. Most people who wear masks in Japan do so to lessen hay-fever or avoid catching something like the flu. They will also wear masks when they have a cold to try to avoid infecting other people. Teenagers may wear them if they have bad acne. They may be for air pollution as well. It's a crowded country. A lot goes round in Tokyo. The Japanese have worn masks for ages. It's a hygienic habit. But I'm sure you know all about masks these days.

[@migiola]

major event hapening, let's fix the camera on that yummy japanese girls :))))

[@psouth71]

B :)

[@leemeerae]

ee ha! earthquake it's exciting

[@iamtristladin]

Get the hell out of the building! Those tables won't help you!

[@pwowp8848]

Ddumbest idea ever

[@jupiterfalls]

Wow you tell the world this is exciting when so many people died..

[@KC-wx1ty]

People inland likely had no idea the tsunami was happening until after the first few waves. This recording is probably during some of the first few hits

[@msr7827]

wigalicious you’re too quick to judge