TUNA In New Zealand

[@theanglerslogbook]

It was an absolute pleasure showing you our backyard! Thanks for the delicious dinner

[@deltacharlie891]

I never get tired of watching Taku fillet a fish

[@RogueStatusX]

I dont either - i do get tired of seeing him make sashimi tho

[@deltacharlie891]

@@RogueStatusX I think Taku should branch out into hunting too. Fish is great, but game is better. Bird, deer, elk, bison, boar… hunting provides wayyyyy more variety. Fish is… well… fish. Lol

[@droptopp3479]

Lol i said the same thing when i saw him fillet the tuna. Idk why but its just satisfying to watch

[@marc_Peterson]

Who needs a filet knife? Not Taku

[@regulatorjohnson.]

your tirelessness is exhausting

[@jamesscott1932]

26:07 Absolutely Brilliant! We feel as though you two are fishing and cooking for us, the viewers.

[@Trybelmen]

This series is as enjoyable as the Alaska trip and hope you and Jocelyn have a great time there. Peace 🕊️

[@kahlilgibran563]

Big big ups to Taku’s mom with the amazing hand-made gear!❤

[@MrAcuta73]

I LOOVE my knife bag and apron.

[@heruhcanedean]

Taku, here's my trick I do for letting line out quickly and more accurately. Every 50 ft I put a bobber stopper knot so I can just let out instead of counting the pulls. So you get to the 3rd knot you know your exactly 150 ft back without having to count pulls, and not everyone pulls the same or do the same consistent pull length. I got tired of counting 50+ pulls. It also helps when landing the fish because once you get to the 50 ft knot you know, don't have to guess how far the fish is out still. You could use line counter reels but I hate how bulky they are.

[@SpaceCoastFishing]

Your attention to detail and the meaningful way you prepare each dish is amazing. Thanks Taku!!

[@TaigaShaman]

Taku and Jocelyn you guys are so awesome

[@nicholaseustaquio6987]

Every time you drop a new video I cant wait to watch. your journey is exciting and your cooking is damn man next level. keep the videos cranking out! you are by far my favorite show to watch!

[@dominiquekollars7603]

You're videos have become a diner time tradition and we make a lot of your recipes, thanks for all the good time and good recipes.

[@lunglang1274]

Brilliant ！you made an all-around video that we can appreciate not only fishing but also cooking.

[@trentonwells789]

Noooo waaaaay I've been watching for a couple of years now waiting for you guys to come to NZ omg I'm sooo fkn excited for these vids

[@tobinbh3940]

I checked if new vid was out this morning.😢..nek minute! 😊we have another great vid... Can't express how happy I am you're in Aotearoa..long time subscriber and fan from bottom of the world and now you're here... Just wish I could show you a little of my country!!! Glad you're enjoying this incredible land!!

[@TidesToTerra]

As always Taku, top tier quality content! Your dish preparations at the end looked soo good 🤤 keep ‘em coming man you’re killing it!

[@Stuffyoushouldknow.]

The kelp chili krisp is now a staple in my diet absolutely love it ❤

[@PSSKDerby]

Great video Taku! Some awesome catching! Love watching you clean, but your cook is always on point. So delicious with the eyes, which is what you eat with first

[@cashroutegumz]

Long time subscriber and I’m super gassed you guys are in NewZealand 💯 we got top tier seafood , and I always wanted you to do a travel vlog of our country and food 🎣. Can’t wait to see the rest of your trip here !

[@davidyork751]

Taku, you make the most delicious meals, best of all you catch and cook. you and Jocelyn are having a great time and meeting great people, Stay safe and enjoy.

[@auslifeandy]

I've been getting stuck in a lot of your videos recently mate ! love them, love all the cook ups and it definitely gets me pumped to get out and film better content for my channel

[@s-BigRock]

Thank you Taku, for visiting New Zealand and Niue Island. Your videos are always great to watch because it always makes me hungry....and being on this side of the world makes you more real to us than just another person on you tube. Keep up the good work brother, your videos are bloody mean mate..

[@genboomxer]

When I grow up, I want to be Taku, and I just turned 62! So much fun to watch the good life being lived. Stay fresh.

[@alexiscolby9415]

You make food into art. That is more a gift than it is a skill. The albacore tuna truly showcased your exquisite artistry (considering how exhausted you were). The terakihi…who knows how to elevate and transform steamed fish into delicate, richly spiced and beautifully presented fare? Only in the hands of an Artist can food become such masterpieces. Subscribed!

[@KyleTainsh]

Cool! Hope your having a good time here in NZ guys

[@MegaFloridakid]

always a good day for some blue fin and my favorite youtuber!

[@illbill215]

Unreal welcome good too see you enjoying some of our craft beer from my town wicked

[@rb5043]

Always salivating with all your preparations. Hope someday I will be able to dine with you both. Always looking forward to your vlog! Enjoy

[@fishhunt9874]

Very nice trip. So fortunate to have kind friends all over the globe to take you in and make memories with 🤙🏼 Albacore get a lot bigger. Landed 17 one trip on Monterey bay from 30 to 53lbs

[@lxndoXD]

What AN ABsolute Banger of a video Taku. I love the catch and cook vids. Keep up the great content.

[@weezerr2d283]

Thanks for the video…looks like a fantastic dish…great fishing adventure as well…stay safe !!

[@jeffreyto5585]

I am in New Zealand and have been following your channel. it is great!

[@Thechosen1me]

Hi taku good to see you living the life so beautiful buddy and everytime I go to San Francisco I think of you and I’m a 1and half hour away from the bay great job buddy and joselin

[@sauce_jungle_cloudz808]

The presentation on this dish is truly a work of art! So much passion for what you do! Thank you guys for always keeping all of us entertained and motivated! Aloha 🤙🤙

[@Dontworryaboutit45]

Lol it’s tacky. Not art.

[@bodhimantra7688]

That knife bag is sick. Your Mom is very talented

[@stealthherekiuha1486]

Kia Ora Brother Love the videos 💯💯💯

[@-a-strikelures1212]

I get excited when I see a video posted from you. Keep up the good work man.

[@joerunge3915]

So cool that you get to hang out with all these like minded people on the other side of the world because of your talent!

[@lollamechopwood]

Have a great time in New Zealand! Always looking forward to your adventures!!

[@fernandoanaya3249]

Her laugh when he said "your going to fight for it for 2hrs" her chuckle ment "YOU GONNA FIGHT FOR IT FOR 2HRS😅😂" ❤❤❤ love you hlguys keep up the good work 🤗

[@mastertablito]

yo been watching you for only a short period but holy smoke your channel is amazing man! keep up the good work. I'm sure I watched over 20 plus videos already lol just recently saw the Oregon movie too!

[@Northwestfishingfanatics]

Tuna looks awesome. I have caught hundreds of Albacore Tuna and usually grill them quickly or can it but... This year, marinating is on the menu. Thanks. Nice vid.

[@ArcherBowman]

Really hooked on your content, Taku. Keep killing it!

[@andycrisis971]

always a treat to see you fish & fillet taku.

[@felixflg8877]

I always watch that too late now i have to go to the Fridge and take something to Eat. Awesome Content love it Greetings from Germany

[@noobieonthego]

Welcome to New Zealand Taku. Just bumped into this video and your channel. I subscribed straightaway :)

[@DvsCxnt]

welcome to nz. hope your trip goes well and you slay a few goodies along the way

[@rezynrogue1309]

Hard working af. Thanks guys, awesome vid

[@bcgmktg]

That paper towel technique was brilliant!

[@mayhuynh8524]

Loving your videos of you being here in New Zealand ❤

[@JTP1967]

Knife is Life. Great catch. What would be greater, is having the opportunity to eat it after you've prepared it. I bet you are an awesome cook. 🥠

[@rexhua4833]

The steamed fish is a nice surprise! Thanks.

[@k4kev12]

great vid, i know whats it like to cook when beat. thanks for pushing through

[@beware6156]

Love Taku, hope you're enjoying your trip !

[@kimcarpenter8624]

As a. Kiwi loved these 2 before the kiwi trip. Now I just love it go for the canals around tekapo love to see you hook up to a salmon or huge rainbow

[@matssvanberg6627]

Fantastic video as always! 🥳🤩🥳

[@jonnysanchez3833]

Very nice, guys! My buddy and I caught a couple albacore, not too long ago. One big one that was 45lbs, out of Fort Bragg, CA. The way you prepare fish is amazing 👏

[@dnbaddict]

WOW! Beautiful fish! Nice catch.

[@jessicavilla6001]

Jocelyn is adorable bundled up in her jacket on the boat omg

[@mrhoneycutter]

That prep and plate of the albacore is fantastic, looks absolutely delicious.

[@aquaviii]

I'm eating a Tuna Sandwich right now lol 😅 that albacore tuna looks delicious !!! 🐟🎣

[@zenas002]

you already know the vibes taku!

[@frednurk8590]

Mate. Seriously. That is a bloody gorgeous looking plate. Don't skip Oz before you leave our hemisphere, there's heaps to see and do here too. Love your work.

[@mcdaib]

Nice to see another way to cark an Albacore tuna...When I fished for them in the PNW a few years ago we pinned the cark down, peeled off the skin starting at the front quarter and then sliced down the lateral line on each side. Take off and throw away all the red blood line and separated the belly fat from the top meat...They are an exceptionally good fish if prepared as you do...You are a master of filleting. I learned how to felite fish when i was 7 or 8, or so. but you are definitely impressive...You don't mess around with fancy Bubba or filet knives...just dig in with a very sharp kitchen knife and forge ahead...Nicely done...

[@earlalford7694]

Great video your skills are amazing thanks for sharing

[@chrisquinn1567]

We spent January in NZ. Amazing and beautiful country. My daughter is a Kiwi, and I want to be as well. I hope you make it to Queenstown and Te Anu, the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. Thank you for this awesome adventure! PS-a huge fan of Okuma gear. Hard to beat the quality/price ratio.

[@andytruuu]

I'd love to see a collab between Taku and Rob from deermeatfordinner

[@williamdonaldmoody5305]

Wow Taku you and your partner have an epic life Sir much Love just watching the Alaska hot spring seafood bounty rating Sir fantastic 😀 👍 👏 👌

[@raybaker8726]

Those dishes look great!

[@PeterSlots]

Taku, you are the man! Love your content. From catch to cook! Can't wait until you open your own restaurant one day. 😁

[@garrycarlyle4429]

Yes i love his knife skills most of all i love his knives

[@henrygarrison1613]

Dang Taku, you were tired! That second beer on video was a weak chug for you! Lol, great job

[@egzoder]

Hey mate watching from Australia. Absolutely love the videos, hopefully we can see you here in Queensland one day to do a red emperor catch and cook taku style 😎🤙

[@MarkSc1]

Everything always looks so delicious

[@kumaboyy.7443]

Looks like good time with good food!

[@tybgycfmb8697]

Welcome to New Zealand! Enjoy your stay :)

[@coreyjbeats1357]

Looks soooo good! That kelp chili crisp has so much umami too!

[@leonardvirtue5753]

James!!!!!🤩🤠👌🤙🤙🤙💯💯💯 my man!!!!We!!!!On!!!

[@Iroxinping]

you two are amazing

[@colinodonnell8975]

Love your outdoor gear❤

[@darksoul-nk4fg]

Hiiii tacoooo lol 😅😅😅😅 taku love ur videos ur recipes but over all love how much u respec the fish and lo e your sharp knives thank u for the content and love how u take ur woman everywhere thats amazing u 2 are an amazing couple 💑

[@metaldetectoristnox800]

Love u brother happy fishing hope u enjoy the south island shame I'm in the north 😉

[@MostHatedConnor]

Just came across your channel you earned a sun from me keep up the good work bro

[@angrygun7826]

much love taku, def getting back into fishing again after watching your videos, worst part is i hate the taste and you make it look so good to eat, i wish i liked seafood because its so healthy

[@DonGrigorianFishing]

Taku that Tuna dish was absolutely gorgeous! You should cook tired more often!! 😂🤭👍🏼👍🏼

[@jamessantiago9724]

If you can land a bluefin tuna on a kayak you would be more of a legend than you already are! Aloha from Alaska! 🤙🏼

[@OneOut1]

He would be "The Young Asian Chef and the Sea". Hemmingways second unpuiblished novel.

[@bjornchua6133]

Wow!! Perfect steamfish i miss that.. ❤❤❤

[@ketfoen]

Looks absolutely delicious.

[@thornz4855]

Looking good Bruce

[@laujjohnny7401]

Food always looks good when my man Taku presents it!

[@palmsky1119]

I don't even eat fish but for some reason I really enjoy these videos

[@dustedstar5158]

Good work ! just saying we do get 20+ kg Albies here too ..My PB is 24 kg we often see that size Albie in June Luly swimming with the SBFT

[@jaykinersly5142]

Nice video Taku.....On the Taku Beer Chug Meter I give you a 6 on the first one and a 4 on the second one

[@zeocen]

I love seeing how you cook NZ local fish! Do you think the method for Albacore Tuna would work on Aji/Horse Mackerel and Kahawai? It looks delicious!

[@conairem.9766]

24:45 how you deal with the paper being on the fish does it not stick to the fish will all that juice how did u get the paper off without leaving on the fish

[@bodhimantra7688]

lol Taku uses the hell out of that chili crisp in every episode, it must be a banger. I am gonna have to try some

[@michaelheal3600]

These videos of you fishing and eating cured my depression

[@isaacpannell8957]

Yoooo the texture for Tuna will improve tons if leave that baby in cooler. At lease 24 hours but not more the two days. Tricks of da Hawaiian trade. Definitely even more for Aku and Binito da more bloody fish. One game changa. Loving da episodes!

[@redwaneenawder3418]

With Respect from Morocco...

[@foxyaeroy]

oh my homie is in our country!!! brother surely you stop by queenstown or even the salmon farms in takapo!

[@surfcaster654]

Still can’t believe you stayed in the north island for only couple episodes !

[@k.smith808]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Awesome