What Living on Japan's MOST ACTIVE Volcano is Like | These People Are...

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@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much to the notification squad, and to the supporters that made this project possible. I have wanted to share this story for some time. Want to see more of the area? Go check out the first Ep. of Journey Across Japan 3 by @AbroadinJapan kzbin.info/www/bejne/il7VeoqGZs6WnJY *But the real question is... would YOU live on an active volcano? Let me know in the comments below! Let's get some discussions going!* Next week we are looking at what it was like to live on an active volcano for a week! Shot a behind the scenes of the entire thing.... ps... don't forget about the new channel! *Tokyo Lens Explore!!* See you all again, real soon~
@elflass5544
@elflass5544 3 жыл бұрын
No active volcanoes for me. I move too slowly; can't run away!
@MobliMic
@MobliMic 3 жыл бұрын
I mean if the rent was cheap and the internet good why not XD although I can't imagine the ash being good for your health
@KHainstock88
@KHainstock88 3 жыл бұрын
That's a hard no from me, the prospect of losing everything I have when that bad boy erupts is too much (see also: flood plains, tornado alley, or anywhere that experiences hurricanes). I have a crazy amount of respect for the people that do, and I'm lucky to have a choice otherwise, but no thank you!
@Dairski
@Dairski 3 жыл бұрын
Well they did mention the lava moved slow, I think it would be interesting living there for a week or so. Curious were there any teens around or just elementary? Can not wait for the next vid seeing your experience and thoughts.
@patrycjawrobel5444
@patrycjawrobel5444 3 жыл бұрын
I am honestly surprised how peaceful are all the people living on this island. They just taking care of the ashes and carrying with their lives. And surprisingly, despite being constantly polluted with the volcano ashes they are still living up to their 80, 90 or even more?!
@AbroadinJapan
@AbroadinJapan 3 жыл бұрын
Seriously mate, this was an incredible tv worthy documentary. The people, the scenery, the story - none of this is a normal situation but the locals make it work surprisingly well. Glad the flight over Sakurajima led you to go back and produce this amazing documentary!
@Watashiwapitadesu
@Watashiwapitadesu 3 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see that both of your channels influence and affect each other in what can only be described in positive and great ways! Your videos and documentary style videos (like the one about Fukushima) are also truly wonderful and interesting to watch. I'm also a great fan of your other channel with the more short-form, experimental videos. Keep up the great work!
@deioped
@deioped 3 жыл бұрын
@@Watashiwapitadesu Not sure if the funny captions was directly influenced by Abroad in Japan but the moment I saw those, I thought of Dave first.
@MichaelGraffin
@MichaelGraffin 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to share what daily life is like here. I was lucky enough to explore this amazing place just before the pandemic turned the world upside down, and was left in awe by the volcanic landscape and activity. It’s strange, but I felt safe there too ... even watching an eruption from the observatory a few km away from the crater. And the cats ... I’ve never quite got over the sight of the stray cats sitting in the volcanic ash by the side of the road there. Happy to know they are cared for
@jied_bass
@jied_bass 3 жыл бұрын
love you man!(no homo)
@jied_bass
@jied_bass 3 жыл бұрын
@@DM-kv9kj Im alien :)
@yami2227
@yami2227 3 жыл бұрын
"They even have feelings" then a little meow from the cat, well said cat lady, well said. She is doing the job that no one wants but I am glad someone does it.
@OllamhDrab
@OllamhDrab 3 жыл бұрын
Hee. I guess there's a lotta kitties to feed there, but I befriend strays a lot, too. My girl here just decided to stay so she's no longer a stray. :)
@힐만94
@힐만94 3 жыл бұрын
what makes me sad, when she said people only come to the island to dump their pets there... thank god there's this lady and her late husband to take care of them...
@me.partha07
@me.partha07 3 жыл бұрын
@@힐만94 well said brother.. in todays time its rare to care for another person let alone stray animals.. this lady surely has a beautiful soul.. god bless her..
@chelseagirl278
@chelseagirl278 3 жыл бұрын
I love her!! ❤️🐈‍⬛❤️
@Gyatso98
@Gyatso98 3 жыл бұрын
The Soul of that woman who takes care of the animals every day is so precious
@NoName_emaNoN
@NoName_emaNoN 2 жыл бұрын
she takes care of the animals, as much as the animals take care of her. ❣
@vigorouslethargy
@vigorouslethargy 2 жыл бұрын
Just finding this channel now. When she talked about how the island used to be a place where people would often abandon their dogs, I just about cried. She and her husband are beautiful souls.
@AstorReinhardt
@AstorReinhardt 3 жыл бұрын
That cat lady has a heart of gold to be taking care of all those abandoned animals.
@elfiefromangelcity6142
@elfiefromangelcity6142 3 жыл бұрын
I love the lady taking care of the animals. And you can tell she married a good man because he did it too. Wonderful couple!
@IIIIIIIIIIIIIIlIIIIIIIIIIII
@IIIIIIIIIIIIIIlIIIIIIIIIIII 3 жыл бұрын
Man you are massively underrated...
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Too kind I’m insanely grateful to have you here Thank you
@bobzhang64
@bobzhang64 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@ghostsenpai1093
@ghostsenpai1093 3 жыл бұрын
100%
@Rachel_91
@Rachel_91 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Consistent phenomenal content.
@wingsandash
@wingsandash 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@kittykat3268
@kittykat3268 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful place. And much love to the woman that cares for the abandoned animals 💕
@RahatAzim998
@RahatAzim998 3 жыл бұрын
Once again thanks for bringing forward the stories of the locals. I feel this is what separates your videos from normal vlogs, the human element.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you~
@7Lee7
@7Lee7 3 жыл бұрын
I don't think I could've said it any better than this comment. Getting to know the locals for their unique selves was an amazing experience.
@kylehoffman7396
@kylehoffman7396 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t know what I enjoyed more - the documentary or that everyone had cool labels haha. I’m only at “Local Mom: Different Hair Holder of Helmet” but the labels prior have been amazing!
@gerardvanbohemen6466
@gerardvanbohemen6466 3 жыл бұрын
Label; cool dude…😂😂😂
@evlkenevl2721
@evlkenevl2721 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite was "Literally took a team to translate his dialect"
@lesleyhogg376
@lesleyhogg376 3 жыл бұрын
My husband is from the Kagoshima area (small town called Ichiki-Kushikino) and went to elementary school in Kagoshima city. He said walking to and from school his all white school uniform would turn grey. He also said that rain was the worst because everything would get so messy. Next time you go back to Sakurajima, you should go to an onsen there. The water is usually a cloudy grey because there is so much sulfur and minerals in the water from the volcano. If you have any acne it clears up within a couple of days due to the sulfur. Also, there’s an awesome pottery shop (村山陶芸) there that uses the ash in the clay, called yougan yaki (溶岩焼). They make some really beautiful pieces.
@NoName_emaNoN
@NoName_emaNoN 2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering how the smell would be there... Because of the ash, etc. This comment was so cool! Thank you for sharing, Lesley Hogg. Much Love to you!
@cheriestl
@cheriestl 2 жыл бұрын
I would really enjoy seeing that. I bought some lava art in France.
@penguentt
@penguentt 3 жыл бұрын
I love the lady that take care of the cats, she's a hero and i'm thankful to her
@chelseagirl278
@chelseagirl278 3 жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@welfiblablabla
@welfiblablabla 3 жыл бұрын
The descriptions of the people you interview are killing me 🤣🤣🤣
@crossemily
@crossemily 3 жыл бұрын
That cat lady is such a hero - amazing lady. she's like a philosopher.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
she was an absolute pleasure glad I got to meet her~
@chelseagirl278
@chelseagirl278 3 жыл бұрын
❤️🐈‍⬛❤️
@DavidFusalba
@DavidFusalba 3 жыл бұрын
Norm!! You are becoming a one-man National Geographic!!! so awesome content, keep it up!!!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
David~ This project was made entirely possible because of people like you who join over on Patreon and support Thank you so much You’re a true treasure
@DavidFusalba
@DavidFusalba 3 жыл бұрын
@@TokyoLens You are my inspiration to go back to Japan and give it a second chance, your videos really make me see Japan with new eyes!!
@athanatiusc
@athanatiusc 3 жыл бұрын
The production quality, documentary and journalism is on par to Vox and other top tier channels. You deserves much more attention!
@athanatiusc
@athanatiusc 3 жыл бұрын
@@user-xl5kd6il6c hahaha i just forgot and dont know who are the better example to set for this quality
@TheLinKrust
@TheLinKrust 3 жыл бұрын
I lived in Kagoshima for 3.5 years and experienced Sakurajima’s activity daily - yeesh! Ash and pumice stones on your balcony. Weirdly, your ears would pop before the eruptions, which were sometimes accompanied by earth tremors.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Quite honestly these are some of my favourite types of comments I absolutely love hearing from people who have lived there and their experiences I’m so glad that you took the time to swing by If you ever have anything else that you’d like to share about the area, do not hesitate to write it out I would love to hear it!!
@rebeccarabinowitz6590
@rebeccarabinowitz6590 2 жыл бұрын
So the volcano changes air pressure before erupting? Interesting
@diegomineiro
@diegomineiro 3 жыл бұрын
Refreshing to see a japanese speaking youtuber actually interacting with japanese people. Most channels live in their own bubles.
@slayermusiq1
@slayermusiq1 3 жыл бұрын
I've driven across the island on my way from kagoshima to miyazaki to find some geocaches in 2019 and you are correct. When driving towards it, you can see smoke pluming out of it and along side the road to the observatory, there were a lot of concrete shelters. Great interviews, nice to hear the natives' perspectives
@FogsFles
@FogsFles 3 жыл бұрын
Fun to see you here!
@JoeSchmmo
@JoeSchmmo 3 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, when the "Cool Dude" Popped up, i thought it was gonna be a outside historian.... nah it was just a random cool dude XD. As always bud Love the videos and the work you do!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
😂 thanks eh~ Honestly wouldn't be able to do videos like this if it wasnt for you and the rest of the Patreon crew you are quite literally helping me make these videos and it means the world to me Thank you~
@elainesparklemonkey
@elainesparklemonkey 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful, the inhabitants were so open. Cat lady really moved me. More wonderful work, Norm.
@Roblockhead
@Roblockhead 3 жыл бұрын
Interviewing locals in a place they see no different than anyone else sees their own home despite how wildly bizarre it is, is my favourite part of this channel. You should call this series "The Norm".
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
lol I laughed a little harder than I should have at this
@mijukudreamers
@mijukudreamers 3 жыл бұрын
I live near Mt. Merapi, Indonesia's most active volcano and is considered one of the most dangerous volcano along with Mt. Sakurajima. I still remember clearly how terrifying the 2010's eruption was, it was said to be the largest since 1870. It was almost comical.
@10seconds0
@10seconds0 3 жыл бұрын
Jogja gang?
@inkuing838
@inkuing838 3 жыл бұрын
I just don’t get why your channel doesn’t have a million subscribers already.
@aos-archive
@aos-archive 3 жыл бұрын
Because you, me and figuratively everybody are more inclined to sub to super humourous (even if its dumb) content, and come to KZbin regularly for it.
@alleycat2297
@alleycat2297 3 жыл бұрын
Because the KZbin algorithm is shit
@JBlizzyFan
@JBlizzyFan 3 жыл бұрын
you've chosen a great quote to close the video "Because I'm used to it" feels like it summarizes the video perfectly
@kaltask1
@kaltask1 3 жыл бұрын
That's just crazy when you hear about it, but seeing how they live and talk about it...it doesn't seem so scary anymore. Though that ash could be annoying from time to time.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
lol that ash... all up in your teeth lol But I want to give a special thank you to you and the "P" crew for making these documentaries possible~ You have honestly changed what I can do as a creator and it means the world to me~ Thank you
@ootenba5910
@ootenba5910 2 жыл бұрын
I had the chance to visit Sakurajima, its very lovely 💓
@chibacat1234
@chibacat1234 3 жыл бұрын
I really like the lady feeding the cats. She is saying lots of good, true things.
@Durronko
@Durronko 3 жыл бұрын
I've lived in Kagoshima City for a while. The ash was so damn annoying and you cant dry any clothes outside cause they will smell like sulfur. Also, when eating outside you're basically garantued to ingest some amount of ash
@kaltask1
@kaltask1 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe the scoops of ash could have some health benefits? maybe?
@Durronko
@Durronko 3 жыл бұрын
@@kaltask1 While ash generally makes soil fertile, I'd rather not have something growing inside of me ;)
@Felis877
@Felis877 3 жыл бұрын
@@kaltask1 depending on the chemical composition of the molten rocks the ashes might contain some healthy minerals. But I would not want to eat volcanic ash, because the ash particles often have pretty sharp edges. They could hurt your digestive tract or, when inhaled, your lungs.
@kaltask1
@kaltask1 3 жыл бұрын
@@Felis877 I was joking, but thx for the facts 😁 I would not try to eat that volcanic sand or any sand for that matter 😅
@MobliMic
@MobliMic 3 жыл бұрын
I love all the little comments/facts about the people you added XD "Holder of Helmet" got me and "Owns a broom" :D
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@rebeccarabinowitz6590
@rebeccarabinowitz6590 2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣😂🤣😂
@krashme997
@krashme997 3 жыл бұрын
*Norm*: I am not a huge fan of this bug. *Local bug*: Hey, it's Norm from Tokyo Lens! I'm a huge fan! Can I be in your video? Please, can I be in your video? Hello KZbin! Hi mom! *Local bug again (after watching this video)*: Awwww : (
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Now I feel terrible hahha
@treavy1
@treavy1 3 жыл бұрын
It’s volcanic and that’s hot!
@aquasagleo
@aquasagleo 3 жыл бұрын
These people were remarkably candid. Amazing work!
@Doxsein
@Doxsein 3 жыл бұрын
It's a small detail, but I really like how you add a person's profile, such as "Local Owner" and a fun little trait such as "Cool Guy". It helps us to connect more deeply with the people living there! It builds a stronger bond between viewer and interviewee (is that the right word...)
@screamcheeese7175
@screamcheeese7175 3 жыл бұрын
I was actually very amused by some of the descriptions you put next to those who I assume wanted to remain anonymous. It's a sort of serious documentary with your tone and music but then there's just... "Local Resident. Owns a broom." 😆
@Winterblade73
@Winterblade73 3 жыл бұрын
I was lucky enough to spend a whole month in Japan back in the early '80's when I was in elementary school. My mom is a Japanese national and she was born and raised in Kagoshima. Spent a day on Sakurajima and only remember playing at some amusement park on the island. I think I have some ash in a jar at my mom's place that we scooped up off of the sidewalk in Kagoshima City where my aunt and uncle had a shop. Great Video!
@DiggingForFacts
@DiggingForFacts 3 жыл бұрын
Norm interviewing Japanese people has to be my absolute favourite content on the channel. Such unique insights in unusual lives... this is the stuff that motivates me to want to photograph Japan and helps me understand how so many Japanese photographers get their shots.
@KirstenReusch
@KirstenReusch 3 жыл бұрын
"Took a literal team to translate" 😆 I'm working on my Japanese listening skills and for sure was understanding one to four words out of every 20 at my current level.The island is so beautiful, lush, and peaceful but I don't know that I could live with dealing with the ash on a daily basis. Do the islanders develop breathing related issues and diseases due to proximity? The adaptability of human nature where people do get used to living with familiar danger. Here in the US it's Tornado alley, earthquakes, south coast flooding, avalanches/landslides, etc. When disaster strikes you deal, pick yourself up, dust off, and move on either where you were or in a new location. Will be watching this a few more times to take in all the fantastic information and stories. 💜✌🐦
@thorbergson
@thorbergson 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant. The faces, the voices, how you found locals born and bred, as well as outsiders, the captions, the visuals. Those sprinting kids in yellow helmets. That moment at 20:10 when the dappled specks of sunlight on the ground (is this what is called komorebi?) became tiny cars or other reflective objects down below in a drone shot, literally gave me goosebumps. This channel is gold. Thank you, Norm.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you~ I am genuinely very happy that you enjoyed it that much. means a lot~
@perdomot
@perdomot 3 жыл бұрын
Love how each mini documentary has its own vibe so they really stand apart from each other. Great work dude.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, mate!! hope to see you in Japan again~
@anthonyleung5277
@anthonyleung5277 3 жыл бұрын
Norm's documentary level is so good and professional.
@Watashiwapitadesu
@Watashiwapitadesu 3 жыл бұрын
Every time a (mini) documentary is released by you, I drop whatever I'm doing, grab a coffee and just take it all in. You capture the country and the people spectacularly and the videos are just an absolute joy to watch. One question I had while watching this was: "how are the breathing conditions?" Since I have asthma and I already feel a major difference whenever I'm in- or outside the city, or up in the mountains. As beautiful as Sakurajima is, it seems like it is not the right place for people with breathing conditions due to all the ash. Did it affect you in any kind of way?
@FixFireFlank
@FixFireFlank 3 жыл бұрын
It was amazing to go to Sakurajima last year, I can't believe how many bags of ash are collected up on the sides of roads all throughout Kagoshima - Good to take photos of Sakurajima on a sunny day in Sengan-en too!
@meowiartea
@meowiartea 3 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this. It was so interesting to hear everyone's stories and also the range of accents/dialects amongst the residents. I was particularly touched by the cat woman and her husband's legacy. I live near three pretty large volcanoes that are supposed to erupt soon in the US so I've always been pretty freaked out by them personally.
@ziroiro1
@ziroiro1 Жыл бұрын
I lived as a student on an island called Cyprus. It also had its own difficulties. I can understand a little bit about the people living on the peninsula in the video. Despite everything, living on the island/peninsula is a wonderful feeling.
@michaelmuhlberg6262
@michaelmuhlberg6262 3 жыл бұрын
I really like your documentations. Always a pleasure to watch.
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for that~
@ZacharyGamer
@ZacharyGamer 3 жыл бұрын
there isn't a single person on youtube that makes videos as relaxing and entertaining as the way you do it, this is truly a masterpiece and more people need to see this. simply stunning!
@kittykat3268
@kittykat3268 3 жыл бұрын
Finally off on a Sunday and I'm able to catch your video right away!!
@kittykat3268
@kittykat3268 3 жыл бұрын
Also... where can i get that awesome dinosaur shirt?!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Lol riiiight???
@ttkoeda9954
@ttkoeda9954 3 жыл бұрын
That old guy with the heaviest accent ever… I’m Japanese but I could understand only about 10% of what he said lol
@einjapan8793
@einjapan8793 3 жыл бұрын
The joy of Kagoshima ben… I’ve lived here over 11 years… I could understand 70% of what he said lol. My own Japanese is slowly converting to Kagoshima dialect.
@SayeeswarAnirutho
@SayeeswarAnirutho 3 жыл бұрын
Kagom'ma Ben 😂
@Ren-kw8cg
@Ren-kw8cg 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the little note that said a team of translators was necessary. Learning Japanese... and then hearing that guy speak and not being able to understand... at least I'm not the only one.
@lokylong28
@lokylong28 3 жыл бұрын
Do you mean the guy from 1:35? I thought he's speaking Korean lol
@chelseagirl278
@chelseagirl278 3 жыл бұрын
@@lokylong28 I thought he was speaking Korean too! Interesting, I wasn’t the only one!
@kausthita11
@kausthita11 3 жыл бұрын
3:30 😂 "Just cuz it seemed fun. What a legend"
@Lyndonology
@Lyndonology 3 жыл бұрын
This is a side of Japan we don't normally get to see and thank you for showing it to us.
@AQWorldsRay
@AQWorldsRay 3 жыл бұрын
👀 This right here is an "Explore Always" moment. Sakura-jima story time! #NotificationSquad
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Lol I definitely wore the sarong sweater this time lol
@sakurasharks
@sakurasharks 3 жыл бұрын
I love the editing on this, the little profiles you gave everyone made me laugh! Always a joy to watch your content, informative AND fun ✨
@EarthUncutTV
@EarthUncutTV 3 жыл бұрын
Lovely video, great work!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much~
@bozoone3781
@bozoone3781 3 жыл бұрын
I've seen other videos on the this place before but, none have connected you with the people actually living there. It's cool to hear their stories and the perspectives on living there. This probably won't cause an influx of new residents but, it does give you an appreciation for the reasons those that do live there have for staying! Well done Norm👍
@hdwnkt
@hdwnkt 3 жыл бұрын
Can we take a minute to appreciate the AMAZING cinematography in this! You killed it!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
That’s insanely kind and I really appreciate it Thank you~
@syndorian1670
@syndorian1670 3 жыл бұрын
The captions for the people you interviewed are great, thank you for putting this amazing video together!
@TCaillet
@TCaillet 3 жыл бұрын
Love this kind of content. Keep up the great work!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you~
@Twismyer
@Twismyer 2 жыл бұрын
What a great video, that lady feeding the cats was so caring and pleasant.
@furrysophie8997
@furrysophie8997 3 жыл бұрын
They were using those Witches Brooms! Wonder if they paid for the premium broom with the red twine
@HeliNoir
@HeliNoir 3 жыл бұрын
I love how you gave a name to each of the local and non-residents there! But man... the cat lady at 17:06 talking about the dogs, cats, creatures having feelings too just made me teary. So touching to see that even if the locals still consider her an outsider, she's willing to sacrifice her time and strength to the local animals there. As usual, GREAT JOB NORM for always putting out such high quality documentaries!
@moonchi7
@moonchi7 3 жыл бұрын
The cat lady and her late husband are the true MVPs. Can't believe people would be so heartless and have the guts to tame their pets across a ferry to abandon them. I'm so glad she does what she does, and I hope more people will join her.
@Tokax
@Tokax 2 жыл бұрын
Kagoshima is a scary yet beautiful place , the people and nature so amazing it self
@fujix_pal
@fujix_pal 3 жыл бұрын
What amazing funny accent that cool cow guy had.. couldn't stop laughing at his turn.
@animeducky9
@animeducky9 3 жыл бұрын
I love how well done the subs are. You can still get a sense of each person's way of speaking and speech mannerisms. I've always found chatting to locals to be the best way to get a feel for a place - especially in Japan
@wasabi9198
@wasabi9198 3 жыл бұрын
5:51 I’m impressed by translator of this video. Even as a Japanese I cannot understand what this uncle is saying 😂
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
haha thanks took a lot of help to get his words right!
@chelseagirl278
@chelseagirl278 3 жыл бұрын
He sounds Korean!
@rebeccarabinowitz6590
@rebeccarabinowitz6590 2 жыл бұрын
🤣
@kausthita11
@kausthita11 3 жыл бұрын
Ah that opening 3 secs already took my heart away..... 😖
@me.partha07
@me.partha07 3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are absolute gem.. the movie like video quality & cinematography always amazes me.. another great video.. I kinda love the lonely & abandoned places theme of your videos.. empty streets, old dilapidated buildings etc.. most people feel creeped out of such things but rare few find the true beauty in them.. you are surely among them.. plz keep on exploring Japan & keep showing us this amazing side of Japan which is far cry from the hustle & bustle of the big cities & neon lights.. My heart goes out to the cat lady.. even after her husband passed away she has dedicated 9 years of her life to these little ones since.. She is doing gods work.. having some love & empathy for these cats & dogs shows the purity of heart in todays world when people hardly care for another person.. god bless her..
@MobliMic
@MobliMic 3 жыл бұрын
LETS GOOO!!!! NOTIFICATION SQUAD!!!!! Excited for the new vid :D
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
YeaAhhhhhh!!
@abdullahoduno4850
@abdullahoduno4850 3 жыл бұрын
I like how people just give their views while standing and doing their works, it felts so natural. A wonderful video, this feels so down to earth and it is beautiful.
@athulbalaji5711
@athulbalaji5711 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You really deserve an award!
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Aww that’s super nice Thank you
@thebestian
@thebestian 3 жыл бұрын
The effort is apparent in this video. Amazing job. Especially the talks with the locals, it really made the video genuine. And that view at the end where you finish the video....man, "breath taking".
@kausthita11
@kausthita11 3 жыл бұрын
I love those secondary person Introduction like, "Fireworks"/ "Awesome t-shirt"
@myleswillis
@myleswillis Жыл бұрын
Amazing video man. These people are a great reminder to not be tempted to live in fear but just live the best life we can, for us and everyone around us.
@juerguencastelain5121
@juerguencastelain5121 3 жыл бұрын
I miss Kagoshima!
@yaroslavatimoshenko252
@yaroslavatimoshenko252 3 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome documentary! Love how you capture the personalities of the people living in the areas you film. I've visited Sakurajima a couple years ago and it was quite something - it was just after a minor eruption, so Kagoshima was covered in a small amount of ash that I didn't realize WAS ash at first. The volcano itself had tendrils of smoke coming out still. But that ash is REALLY pervasive! Gets into everything!
@kausthita11
@kausthita11 3 жыл бұрын
15:06 that's kind of sad coming cuz I can relate My grandfather is too old to work on mango farms right now and dad now pays out people to take care of the farms Once I get a job (prob in 2 years) hopefully I can at least go work in holidays
@mehatgames
@mehatgames 2 жыл бұрын
This video reminds me of how resilient humans really are. To be able to live so close to danger and learn to not only not fear it, but also just respect and live with it. Just amazing.
@SJCS2
@SJCS2 3 жыл бұрын
i can only imagine going in school and getting to see Sakurajima explode every single day and just casually watching it explode the people on Sakurajima are absolute madlads
@eriol_h
@eriol_h 3 жыл бұрын
Hats off to the people of sakurajima for not losing their calm even in the face of a life-threatening volcano. God bless that lady who takes care of animals. Thank you for this beautiful video. There's much to learn & appreciate even from watching common people go on with their lives & you capture it beautifully.
@skynet71
@skynet71 3 жыл бұрын
I wonder if there's a higher incidence of respiratory problems due to the ash. On the plus side, I bet everyone there is a pro at playing "the floor is lava".
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
seems like there isnt~ went back to do a bit of a follow-up for the @Tokyo Lens Explore channel!
@shannonakane
@shannonakane 2 жыл бұрын
The people here were so receptive to interviews. I can see how friendly they really are. What a special place.
@AdmiralVolca
@AdmiralVolca 3 жыл бұрын
Living in Kagoshima whole my life and still cant get used to Sakurajima's volcanic ash. it's so suck. ruins a day. Kagoshima ppl always caring about wind direction subconsciously.
@simoncribbes9141
@simoncribbes9141 3 жыл бұрын
Lovin' these doco videos you're doing these days Norm. I like your casual style and just letting the locals tell the story. Keep 'em coming!
@hawaiiandragongurl8085
@hawaiiandragongurl8085 3 жыл бұрын
Omg I love your videos ❤️
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much~
@GedMaybury23
@GedMaybury23 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Sensitive inquiry, authentic answers, and you simply report what you experience, let the people speak. Every one of them is a treasure. I'm glad I stopped and watched (and occasionally caught a word or phrase!). It's going onto my bucket-list, I feel it.
@irvingchies1626
@irvingchies1626 3 жыл бұрын
The mom at 3:30 -I thought it would be cool to live in a volcano- ~wears dinosaur T-shirt~ Is she looking for a prehistoric adventure? Or to become extinct?
@cyberman1305
@cyberman1305 3 жыл бұрын
Both
@yo_eddie2576
@yo_eddie2576 3 жыл бұрын
My grandmother lives near here. It always amazed me driving to her house and seeing this volcano in the distance, often with smoke coming out of it. Living in a country with no volcanos, it was always a memorable thing to see.
@floccinaucci
@floccinaucci 3 жыл бұрын
volcano! (now must run.)
@TokyoLens
@TokyoLens 3 жыл бұрын
Lol there’s a pattern here
@vldfr
@vldfr 2 жыл бұрын
Normally I don't comment on anything, but this was so inspirational, and honestly the people make the story way more than the scenery. Thank you for this amazing documentary, it made me feel warm inside. :D
@RobbC.
@RobbC. 3 жыл бұрын
Give me one of those empty houses and I'd move there tomorrow, I'd even bring my own cat food. Beautiful place
@jensenex9270
@jensenex9270 3 жыл бұрын
I'm down with you!!
@mavensinclair
@mavensinclair 3 жыл бұрын
The humor in this otherwise educational video is underrated. The labels? The sneaky adding of “d” after the ‘close’ sign of the cafe? I am loving this!
@Vlad2319
@Vlad2319 3 жыл бұрын
Why does the owner of cows seem like he has the “Midwestern” of Japanese accents???
@__dane__
@__dane__ 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve only watched a few of your videos over the last few months but I always enjoy them. You can always see the artist’s hand in your work. You can see the authorship and care you put into this amazing camera work and storytelling. As someone who recently graduated with a journalism degree I know the hell that can be editing interviews
@senshai1267
@senshai1267 3 жыл бұрын
People still calls the woman living there for 13 years a outsider ?! That's sad shit
@yuipon
@yuipon 2 жыл бұрын
This was really well made! I got here a year late but the quality of this mini doc blew me away. Super enjoyable to watch!
@AidenApeBrain
@AidenApeBrain 3 жыл бұрын
Another beautiful video ❤ Awesome to see how the locals feel and think in these small communities and you really have to respect them, from the old guy in the sunglasses that gave zero f***'s to the humble cat lady that made me both happy and slightly sad. Really awesome work Norm!
@tanakacanuck2343
@tanakacanuck2343 3 жыл бұрын
I watched an older episode of Tokyo Tuesday last night. It was incredible to watch this video and see the transformation of your work. Exploring Japan through your lens is captivating and has opened my eyes to the country beyond Tokyo.
@furatceylan8
@furatceylan8 3 жыл бұрын
2.35 a.m. in istanbul and i’m watching your video about a volcanic island in japan and the people living there. you just made me get up and write to you, because it’s a beautiful documentary. the people, their life, extraordinary place, nature. just stunning. thank you norm!
@akitodaisuke6532
@akitodaisuke6532 3 жыл бұрын
This man captures the most beautiful minute spots in Japan. Tysm sir for uploading such a awesome vdos
@desireethornton3250
@desireethornton3250 3 жыл бұрын
O goodness I really want to meet the kind woman who takes care of the animals and give her a hug and give her a bunch of food for the animals. Such a sweet lady.
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