Tokyo Street Food Guide: Asakusa Eating Spree ★ ONLY in JAPAN

[@zakkwylde72]

So cool this video John! Watching with my wife and she told me a funny story about people chocking with mochi, she worked in a rest home long time ago around Niigata, so they needed to be very careful giving mochi to the elderly people, one time one old guy was choking to death and nurse very strong trying to save him (arms crossed around his stomach and pushing hard), didn't work... luckily cleaner was passing by with a vacuum!!! she grabbed the vacuum and inserted in the guy's troath and sucked the remaining mochi saving his life!!!

[@onlyinjapan]

Deadly mochi foiled by a vacuum cleaner! Niigata has some of the best rice and mochi too! Yes, the new year ozoni soup is such a danger if big chunks are in there and if the soup cools, the mochi gets just a little firmer! It's like swallowing a bath plug if you don't chew! ... better taste but just as deadly. Thank you for sharing the story!

[@ikimiyu]

wow

[@bwillythekid8249]

Smells like bull

[@minhquanduong7121]

This made the day 😂😂😂

[@Aevilbeast]

Hate to break it to you but she may have been messing with you...There's a infamous scene in a very famous Japanese movie called "Tampopo" where a character in restaurant starts choking on mochi, and they save him with a vacuum. It's an amazing movie that HIGHLY recommend. Also, I very highly doubt that a vacuum has anywhere near the suction power to actually remove something stuck in someone's throat, even shop-vacs have don't have the much power.

[@ericsurf6]

Thanks John for the fabulous street food tour of Asakusa! Love how you put all of this together. I can really feel your passion for food!

[@Edwardin1989]

Epic beard man. Very nice.

[@onlyinjapan]

Watch out for the laser beams! LOL Sorry to keep you waiting before eating at times - haha! You're a very good friend to lend us the time to make this and greatly appreciative of it - it turned out well and was a lot of fun! Let's do it again, anytime!

[@rian-nv8si]

U look like broke foreigners

[@donthaveaname15]

A masterpiece of a beard!

[@EdgarVerona]

My two favorite Japan channel flavors, tasting better together! Your fun videos kept me sane during lockdown. Glad you guys did this combo video. And way to rock that beard!

[@rahman9749]

Only in Japan only feels right with John Daub! Just so let you know that your passion about making videos about Japan is very much appreciated.

[@unknownunknown5244]

I agree. I cant make myself watch or continue watching the old channel with the new host and format. I particularly miss the intro and sound effects of his older videos.

[@Peachie4011]

I don't know whether to look at that golden chicken, or Erics golden Moses beard! Love you two together.

[@onlyinjapan]

Thanks for watching this Eating Spree in Asakusa! So QUESTION: What was your favorite street food from this episode? Let me know in the comments below and Don't forget to subscribe to this new main ONLY in JAPAN channel! New adventure coming really soon! PS: The ONLY in JAPAN Fireworks Kickstarter is still going on - last week to support and get in on event! Live streaming it from Nagano on Nov 3rd! -John

[@yoyasweet282]

My favorite was taiyaki and dango

[@decafam3410]

I have to go with that fried chicken - spice sounded very interesting

[@cddurgun]

Chicken with different layers.

[@minghueileong]

That Sweet Potato Ice Cream!

[@satriowibowo_youtube]

Mine's taiyaki!

[@raymondcenteno5835]

Walking around a historical area while dining on the food? Yes.

[@VictorLugosi]

Standing and eating..

[@christianhansen3292]

Yum!

[@fluffyhamster3548]

@@VictorLugosi nooo 😭

[@jephestrada6076]

I enjoyed watching this episode, John. You are on a different level in creating NHK-ish type of episodes. To be honest, I prefer watching these recorded videos, rather than the Livestream. A big fan here from the Philippines.

[@leovansusram7808]

the best episode yet!

[@nemurenuyorumoonlight8778]

"I came back without Eric (Don't tell him) to try one of the most popular variations with whipped cream." The whisper tho. 🤣

[@talhamunir4236]

John me and my sister have always watched your videos when we were 6 and loved them ever since. We're big fans of yours and always watch your video when we want to learn more about Japan! Keep it up and keep us informed about Japan!

[@onlyinjapan]

Thank you Talha! Tell you sister I said hello 👋😁🎌

[@Grimsy_Max]

Eric rubbing it in how good his ice cream is … hilarious!

[@r0bSt0ne21]

My two favorite KZbin influencers in one episode, can’t get any better than that!!

[@scottieh6542]

This episode was so much fun! Love seeing you guys together anyway, but the bit of comedic banter along with the creative edits really elevate this one - great job!

[@Zarzar22]

Two legends meet!

[@aryogono6338]

2:03 whoa dekai! 😂 That and the 🦸👀 stare. Yes the comical touch is a must when your guest is 🧔🏄6️⃣ I wonder if off screen Eric gave each food his usual Nom Nom scale to you JD. 8:44 wow 😱 shocking 🍡 fact! 22:46 The cheek thermometer 🌡️ really gave the Taiyaki a truly medieval touch. Another well crafted entertaining video. A first OIJ video with EricSurf6 is probably a landmark video 🥰👍🏽

[@onlyinjapan]

Eric is super kind and fun to work with - my style is much slower than his - I really appreciated his patience. A true landmark for the OIJ series to have on one of the first and greatest Japan KZbinrs going back to 2006, the year when KZbin started! Much respect for Ericsurf6 and hope to catch up with him again soon.

[@william719]

You two guys have great chemistry together. Excellent video and great to see Eric on your channel.

[@redicius]

Amazing, John! Good to see you back at it again!

[@fauxmarqui]

This reminds me a bit of the old Only In Japan videos. It fills me with so much happy nostalgia. Thanks, John!

[@onlyinjapan]

Except better and in 4K! More street food episodes coming all over Japan. I love this series of street food guides.

[@biancajune8963]

I really appreciate the professional sort-of documentary-ish vibe of all his videos but what makes me subscribe and keep watching for the longest time is the creativity and randomness the videos have, emanating from the creator's ability, expertise and personality. And every video keeps getting better. i noticed the sort of hyperlapse that he said he was experimenting on. Very cool!! He makes all his videos light and fun (and informative) to watch even if it is documentary-ish. The cats, the crows, the space boat and the ducks, i love them. I just really enjoy this creator's craft. And ericsurf is really awesome to watch here too! One of the legends of Japan YT too!!

[@bartvangesselen8917]

My 2 fav. JAPANESE based youtubers. Eric brings the funny food experience, and you the deeper insights in japanese culture.

[@kfc3797]

15:00 haha I was having a rogue week and this made me laugh so hard. Please keep making videos! They’re such a source of joy for me

[@a32145]

Bravo John!! Your hard work shines in this episode. Hope you get more views & subscribers. You can sense when other youtubers are mailing it in with click bait, you provide substance. You make Asakusa proud, good job Ambassador!

[@RazulLD]

Everytime I watch your videos John it does make me appreciate not only Japan but life itself. :) For some reason when there is food involved in a video it makes me feel thankful that I am alive in this age. :)

[@UFOBobTV]

The way the owner checked the temperature of the Taiyaki mold was amazing.

[@alangaming2003]

Love it the video from the start to end

[@cddurgun]

Only John Daub can make you love things about Japan. Thanks for the video!

[@dodgeman6277]

Awesome Video John i get hungry right now the sweet potato ice cream look great thanks for sharing the video 😀

[@UFOBobTV]

OMG! I actually laughed out loud when you did the laser eyes.

[@onlyinjapan]

hehehe - Always wanted secret super powers! I noticed I was looking more at his ice cream than my own. It really was THAT GOOD! hahaha

[@pluog]

Yes yes more street food vlogs, givin us what we want!

[@quinn2030]

I absolutely love those long walking shots!

[@onlyinjapan]

Me too! Thanks for this. I’ll try to add more in. It gives a fun and total look at the area.

[@DarthMaul91]

John and Eric are making me so hungry right now also love the vids.

[@hilyfeocean3383]

I think you two have a fun comedic chemistry and you should work together more often.

[@dejhary8132]

You're looking good John! Love the new animated intro. I highly recommend staying in Asakusa. And don't forget to explore every alley they have the best taiyaki and daifuku along Nakamise St. And ohhh yeah Nikuman is definitely a must try steamed bun. Thank you for sharing. Brings back great travel and street food experience.

[@onlyinjapan]

Glad to share the adventure with you in this video - definitely recommend Asakusa as the hub for a Tokyo visit to all international visitors! For the jet lagged, much more fun walking traditional streets than the dirty ones of Shibuya and Shinjuku.

[@BrickTamlandOfficial]

this collab turned out great and really funny too!

[@satriowibowo_youtube]

Best 25 minutes of today! I love this episode. I mean with eric as the guest star, and John's General Zod super eyes & mickey mouse sound, the A1 bokeh, and many foods..It's all there!💪🏻🏯🇯🇵

[@captainleonwolf415]

Great editing John! Always a blast when Eric comes by!

[@1ChilledDude]

Eric really lovin' that sweet potato ice cream. ☺ Neat creative editing on the nikkuman segment with Eric casually eating and you speaking at hyperspeed. 😂

[@onlyinjapan]

Thanks! The kids were off so I had to play around to distract viewers from the lousy sound there 😂 but yeah, I kept talking and Eric just enjoyed and was done! Hahaha! It was a highlight to edit that, make it more fun.

[@sourishaviation]

Great video John is back with street food 👏👏👏👍😀✊✊🇯🇵🇮🇳⛩

[@sourishaviation]

thank you

[@Jko0922]

Fantastic! Great fun to see you & Eric! Now I’m hungry for Japanese street food. 😋💞

[@jason_from_canada]

That was quite the street feast! 😋 Eric at 8:37 "You talk too much" LOL 🤣John, you won't be winning any eating contests against Eric! Although you don't want to eat mochi too fast as you pointed out. Well shot and paced and looked fantastic! 👍🍢🍡

[@BearsFanGoomba]

Man two of my favorite KZbinrs from Japan! Food looks great!

[@josephlbradford]

Really enjoyed this video! Thanks for all you do to bring Japan to us! You tha man!!!

[@nyatalia]

Kagetsudo is a tradition on any trips I make to Japan. Been there the last 3 times I've visited, just as they open in the mornings. Absolutely beautiful

[@tyger1104]

Clicked as soon as I saw the notification.

[@fiesta2341]

Love your videos John! Always look forward to you’re videos as it brightens my day

[@YellinInMyEar]

Almost like being there. Thanks

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

An excellent over view of the food scene, thoroughly enjoyed it, wish I had seen this back in the late eighties before I visited Japan, such is life.

[@tsergy1627]

You guys were so funny !! I loved this!

[@king_ltc_]

Love you John.

[@uncannycerebro]

Glad to see John stil doing his thing man, been a minute since I watch these videos.

[@yoyasweet282]

Love the music in the intro , get me every time. Amazing video John keep going

[@felixmilleniantosetiawan5530]

Wow so this is how it looks like when two legend collab 🔥

[@bardiel83]

I love street food, I'd love to try all of it. Thanks for taking us along you two, it was a very fun episode.

[@claudekingstan4084]

Wonderful video as always. Also @24:25 The Most Beautiful Girl walked by…☺️❤️

[@onlyinjapan]

We didn’t notice with that yakitori in front of us! I may have noticed in the edited 😂

[@keving1621]

I never get tired watching your videos John!

[@Miamiguy2000]

Watching right now…. So far really good.

[@EdgarVerona]

That was the most enjoyable show in a while! I like the prepared shows more than the live streaming, and it is good to see their reappearance!

[@MedicineMundy]

Well Done, John! Always looking forward to your videos!

[@extendedlimits]

This was a great collab!! Also sweet beard Eric!

[@siongheeleong8078]

Asakusa Menchi... I love them. Never fail to have 1-2 of it every time I go to Asakusa.

[@thecarlob_007]

What a coincidence, I just finished watching Paolo’s Asakusa food tour from 3 years back.

[@solkn]

Thanks for another great video John! You make dreary city life bareable and you keep us sane while we're stuck inside for lockdown. Your videos are so wholesome and earnest it makes world seem a more beautiful place through your lens.

[@Jacob_the_Dabbler]

Your vids are the best John. You're one of the great OGs of youtube and you deserve all the success this channel will generate. Lets get you back on top!

[@UmaiSeries]

Love Asakusa! So much street food and delicious too. I miss eating fresh dango 🍡

[@SilkyC]

Always a pleasure to see your videos and experience Japan through your eyes John!!! always fun, educational and when it comes to food...mouth watering!

[@robievasquez4311]

Wow! Great editing, John. Also, a very refreshing video out of hundreds of other videos about street foods of Asakusa. Well done! 🔥🔥🔥

[@tuxedoneko9837]

The BEST Asakusa street food video. Clear info like shop name, prices, taste test, time stamps, etc. Fried chicken cartilage??? Omg, i need some of that!! 🤤🤤🤤

[@onlyinjapan]

Nankotsu is really good - I think it took me 1-2 years before I tried it. No internet in 1998 so I had to build up courage to try new things. I wish I'd had had it earlier!

[@3goodtimes3]

Such an awesome episode. I don't know how I missed it. U and ericsurf6 are favorite food reviewers in Japan. I forgot how big Eric's beard used to be. Great video.

[@onlyinjapan]

@@3goodtimes3 it was during the pandemic, we found a way to make it work and have fun! No tourists here, so quiet - historic wide in a way. Won’t find it like that ever again.

[@3goodtimes3]

@onlyinjapan I was actually wondering why other shows attempted to be yours now, I know. Amen and be safe.

[@textmachine09]

The more I watch these videos, the more my bucketlist grows. Damn it covid when will you end?

[@GroverMonster]

Absolutely amazing! John and Eric never disappoint. Get some! 🍻oh and nice editing👌

[@leekelly5357]

That was such a fun episode! The food, the banter, loved it! Definitely going on the itinerary!!

[@wendylaya]

Such a fun video, John! I enjoyed the collaboration between you and Eric! This makes me miss Japan!!

[@meganm1350]

Street food! Yummy.

[@defunctchannel942]

John is the greatest! Cant wait for the next video!

[@keanuareeves]

I'd love to go to Asakusa.

[@SeiferA2001]

God this is making me miss this place so much. When we visited in September 2015, Asakusa felt like a home away from home. From the food vendors, to the Tokyo Skytree greeting us every morning we walked outside and to the amazing temple. I still have my fortune I got from there too (It was the best luck too!). I can't wait to visit here again soon

[@k-dramabookgirl1574]

Yes 😃 strolling & eating, high on my list of things I love watching you do ❤️ more please!

[@mariaeckstein652]

The two of you are just so natural. I love the collab vid. 😍

[@matttdb]

Awesome video John. One of your best yet. The humor and editing are masterful. Highly enjoy your work these days. Your livestreams are as amazing if not more than your videos. Quality all around as you’ve shaped your KZbin identity to your liking drawing the people who enjoy your company. Thank you for sharing your life within the wonderful world we all live in. Be blessed, watching, liking and subscribing. No Tobys allowed!

[@onlyinjapan]

No Toby allowed!! Haha! I forgot the Toby emoji is only on OIJ*GO - thank you Matt!

[@nelsonhu3926]

A channel worth subscribing peeps!!

[@jvarona3057]

2:07 THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID! Just finished watching The Office for the second time :D Great video as always John! Can't wait to go to Japan and try all those!

[@shandichau4376]

I miss Japan and the food, and everything is yummy 😋. Thanks John and Eric!

[@RobbC.]

Beautiful place, great food, good friends = perfect night out. Love it :)

[@jodylynnsherard1625]

You know John, this is my way of experiencing Japan. Thanks

[@zancanazank5159]

I don't know if you would have the time, but would it be possible to do street foods around all of Tokyo wards? I'd love to have some ideas whenever we (eventually) get to go to Japan but we haven't decided at all where we'd want to stay or travel lol. I'm loving the vibe and editing of the street food tour here - your hard work pays off! Also this is random, but that shot with you talking sped up and Eric eating in real time was neat.

[@onlyinjapan]

Street food isn’t really a thing in most places in Tokyo. It’s kind of special in some places. Usually there is a reason for it. Most places have the same stuff too - takoyaki, taiyaki, stretch cheese from Korea, Yakitori - it needs a back story. What’s special about Asakusa is that most places have that. They’re not chains shops, not yet anyway. A lot of local biz. Sadly that’s ending because of the declining population, the next generation not wanted to run a shop in an old place and now nearly no tourism. I’ll keep digging though! Some good places ALL OVER JAPAN and will focus away from the capital.

[@ma.esther9637]

I used to walk around Asakusa with friends way back 1990-1997. There are a lot of street food that was really taste good with rice wine during winter days.❤️❤️❤️...Natsukashiii❤️

[@panathenaea]

Great episode. Lots of treasures. Thank you!

[@hardiahin5275]

😍 Great and also funny street food episode episode, i like it.

[@Suede224]

One of the best Collaborations in my opinion, y’all work so well together and make content funny and awesome!

[@carlocarosi7075]

This is one of the many areas I managed to miss on my last trip to Japan. All the more reason to go back!

[@onlyinjapan]

Oh, definitely consider staying there then and calling Asakusa home base for Tokyo travel.

[@praneewernlim]

THANKS FOR THE TOUR ALL ARE DELICIOUS GOD BLESS

[@jje12345]

Been looking forward and waiting for your new video Thanks john!!

[@pred-x]

Eric Berg is a MUST when you do food videos in Japan. 😄 But I was really surprised to see him in this video, thumbs up. 👍👍

[@ladymurasaki370]

They have great street food there!

[@ladymurasaki370]

I love all the street food you ate! I can’t choose because everything is so tasty! I would eat it all! 😋

[@ladymurasaki370]

I do love menchikatsu!

[@bobjoe7508]

Awesome new video, John! Asakusa is such a gem in Tokyo.

[@pierogiesAndKielbasa]

Great vid John, quality is impeccable as always!

[@Paintplayer1]

What an amazing crossover, I'm going to eat myself silly in Asakusa this December now that Japan is finally open to foreign tourists

[@cityhunterpython]

Now I know where I'm going to eat when I'll be able to come back in Japan. That menchikatsu looks great.

[@warochalaphaphanwisut7828]

I love the way you describe things especially the food, keep being you! 😊😊😊

[@60frederick]

Thank you very much, John and Eric, for sharing your great street food documentary video with us.