What's It Like Being Mixed Race in Japan? | Blasian vs Wasian

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[@jesseogn]

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[@longlostcoder6322]

My daughter is blasian we have been debating moving from US to Japan.

[@ozanbirinci1654]

Really cool episode! Insightful to see how different hafus / daburus think about various statements. As for the "fetish" / "exotic" part, I def agree that it feels weird that people want their kids to LOOK a certain way. On the other hand, I can understand that different nationalities want to mix more with each other, perhaps as a sort of way to stimulate globalisation maybe? Personally, I'd also rather have a partner that has at least 1 national background that's different from any of mine. Reason why is because I think that exposure to multiple nationalities at home, makes them more aware of the concept of culture. By being aware, they might be more respectful / accepting of different cultures. But of course, there is a high possibility that they'll undergo an identity crisis at some point. Additionallly, being able to speak multiple languages opens up doors to different cultures and can broaden one's horizon. But idk, these are just some things that came to mind!

[@callibor3119]

Emma from Dragons of Wonderhatch did an amazing job with his character Song. He is cartoonist in the show and he actually got me back in the grove of making art as a cartoonist in training. I’m not hafu nor full, but I do practice learning Japanese and calligraphy. I just need to get comfortable and immerse myself with it.

[@kahrine1115]

3:39 これに更に質問したい 「東洋は〇〇である」「障害者は〇〇である」「男性は〇〇である」「キリスト教は〇〇である」「日本は〇〇である」「同性愛者は〇〇である」 これらは差別に該当しますか？

[@TRUMPisOPPA]

I’m glad it’s a bit more positive than I initially expected. I was bracing myself for some hardcore depression.

[@TxAggieJen]

The young lady that said it wasn't necessarily racism but ignorance. I don't know about that. When a person's behavior impacts your ability to get housing, a job, or otherwise economically impacts you, it isn't just simple innocent ignorance but something more nefarious.

[@camfreed9829]

Funny that there is more racism to “blasian”. Last time I checked there aren’t African militia stationed in Japan there are “white” European militia/bases there…maybe it would be better if Africa used force more often instead of peace

[@MissyxAkunai]

Definitely this, my cousin is hafu but mixed asian on her other half so she visibly looks full Japanese. She grew up in Japan/etc... and her coworkers never knew she was hafu until it came up in conversation once (she knew them for about 4 years at this point). She was immediately pulled from her presentations she was working on since quite a few clients were right leaning (aka nationalist, believes Japan should remain homogenous/closed boarders) and transferred to a subsidiary soon after (when you transfer to a subsidiary from a main company, even if it is theoretically a position promotion, it's colloquially known as a demotion in Asia). Nothing you can do about it since they blamed it on the performance of the project (that she was pulled from, which ended up failing to meet timelines since they were down a person).

[@Mizuyah]

Beautifully said. People want to pretend that it doesn’t exist but it does.

[@Mwoods2272]

Racism is a prejudice against a specific race. In Japan, the discrimination is against foreigners of all races. It's Xenophobic than racism.

[@Mwoods2272]

@@sowhat7983 There is discrimination against other Asians, ask the Koreans or Chinese.

[@lululemonbar9110]

As a Blasian Korean, I definitely feel wasians are treated better by asians than blasians.

[@ShainaTown514]

Of course that white /pale skin privilege..

[@advisorywarning]

As a Taiwanese wasian, I agree with you and anyone who says otherwise is just ignorant

[@DrUmarJohnson1]

​@@ShainaTown514 Indeed Shaina! Asians generally have Eurocentric views. They often grow up with acceptance issues and have a SEVERE disdain for Blackness.

[@melanatedgod7604]

Ofcourse they are

[@chan2009ify]

Which is so strange to me because one is better than the other in the slightest

[@_pudu661]

you can really see how NY hat guy was seriously affected by bullying and discrimination in Japan. It shows in his attitude and demeanor and I wish those kids that were so mean have grown up and learnt better ways of being inclusive and understanding. and i hope he finds a good support system around him to build up his confidence and feel good in his own skin and let go of the haters! sending you love and blessings young man!

[@ack153]

I felt the same way. It's up to him to learn to choose how to live and I hope he can heal from all of those past traumas.

[@yvonnei4046]

thats also the first thing I noticed while watching. Growing up as a mixed person myself, I get how certain situations feel like dragging you down to hell. I hope he can heal from all the bad things he has experienced and live a happy life. I know that depending on what country one lives in its easier to go to therapy, but I can really recommend going. In terms of feeling more secure within myself and overall allowing myself to also take up space, it helped me a lot and took some sadness off of me.

[@Kinggenton]

the woman in the green dress SCREAMMMSS JAPAN and Japan mannerisms the way she talks, how she poses, everything man

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

I agree her body language is very Japanese if there is such a thing. Also if you close your eyes and listen to her talk that's just 100% a Japanese lady.

[@russelljimmies9293]

100% she is literally the most culturally Japanese person there. I doubt she receives much, if any, of the differential treatment the others experience (except for the modeling work she mentions at the end).

[@smtp_yurzx]

Daaaaaw! she is JAPANESE!

[@Paputsza]

she's literally miss japan

[@aribarii824]

@@Paputszawait fr?

[@Armyblink4life554]

The Ghanaian accent to Japanese language sounds so cool😭it’s always cool hearing people who have an accent of another country speak fluently in another language while keeping the other accent

[@franciscasfunspace3985]

I'm Ghanaian but I have an American accent because I grew up watching the Disney channel and still consume a lot of American media. I can control my accents when I want to.

[@sumayyahadetunmbi4347]

fr

[@billysanchez-eh6nn]

nah it sounds cringe

[@klaudinegarcia8932]

It's my first time hearing Ghanaian accent and its very beautiful! 💗

[@jinakaye]

​@@franciscasfunspace3985Which American accent do you think you have--Bostonian, Southern, Brooklynese, West Coast, SAE? I'm American and my step-family is Ghanaian. My step-brothers live in Chicago and have for 25+ years--they haven't lost their accents much.

[@pervysage4934]

the girl who grew up in the countryside I Imagine would have such an interesting story. She should write a book, it would make for a good movie I bet

[@danikahholdman2609]

And to think she became Miss Japan too. She must be made of some strong stuff to persevere so much. I’d love to learn more about her.

[@pervysage4934]

@@danikahholdman2609 she did? I didn't know that! what is her name?

[@sumayyahadetunmbi4347]

fr, I would love to hear more from her

[@UncleKai263]

Look up Miss Japan 2020....😊

[@figo007tv]

She have a segment already. It's on the Jamaican guy in Japan channel-really interesting segment.

[@truestkiss3699]

The guy in the NY hat makes me want to hug him and tell him it’s okay.

[@THOMAR624]

His mannerisms says he’s been through something deep rooted

[@user-co7ph1rm9z]

The girl in the green dress is very pretty. She's stylish and intelligent at the same time.

[@ShinzuXTruth]

well its no wonder why shes miss universe in the beauty pagent

[@brcage]

I find the german japanese woman remarkably beautiful

[@AmyThePuddytat]

I think the other Ghanaian chick is cuter.

[@LS-ou9lj]

Is everyone’s mother Japanese? That’s a whole other conversation on its own lol

[@QLivin]

African and European men going crazy in Asia 😂

[@bloxygigi7736]

@@QLivin lmaooo passport bros are worldwide

[@yabazyabacoffee]

If that's the case, they are giving western men hope for finding a Japanese wife 💀💀💀

[@scootabean]

LMAOOOOO right!

[@dajhedi]

💯 💯

[@kaitocstreets]

Thank you for having me! It was a pleasure sharing my experiences and also meeting other fellow “Hafus” with different backgrounds.

[@user-cp3ip3rw7r]

かっこいい🎉

[@clearerthanwater]

are you still training and preparing for the next Olympics?

[@danl.2626]

Hey hottie 👋🏼

[@ladiorange]

Thank you for sharing. My mom is Blasian (Chinese mixed) so this video is so insightful for me

[@TyeArtisik]

👏🏾

[@autumnstoptwo]

kazuo storming up the screen at "is japan racist" 🤣🤣 he was too real for that

[@linken_lp]

They will treat a fully typical Japanese looking Japanese negatively too if they had face tats and facial piercings.

[@myjams7180]

​@@linken_lp Well he didn't have facial piercings and tattoos on his face when was a child getting beaten up for being half black. Don't be dense now.

[@chloe.cordeiro]

dropping a hard like for the guy in glasses he sounds wise and lovely

[@Lizarddqueen79]

My late husband was half Japanese and half Mexican. He was the most handsome man I ever seen! ❤

[@priscynotpriscilla]

Sorry for your loss ❤

[@vrboxo]

Imagine me, reading this comment right when they say "I feel like I'm fetishized as a mixed person." Damn.

[@JeromeProductions]

@@vrboxosame💀

[@zeytelaloi]

Exactly @@vrboxo 😅 She could've mentioned all the (other) nice things about her husband.

[@msberryyy369]

@@vrboxo omg same lol.

[@downundabrotha]

Sorry but that Miss Universe is absolutely gorgeous. Breathtaking with such an air of sophistication and class. Her intelligent answers and demeanour are quite captivating.

[@Ruiimai]

Literally!! She is royalty

[@user-ry5xq3ev8l]

Except Raimu didn't win Miss Universe Japan. She was the first runner-up. The woman in the photo is another half black woman who beat Raimu.

[@KaeMaiden]

​@@user-ry5xq3ev8lI saw the other lady. To be frank, this lady looks 100x better and should've won. She's otherworldly beautiful. She was right about not being able to speak fluent English robbing her of opportunities, it cost her first place.

[@sumayyahadetunmbi4347]

yeah

[@billysanchez-eh6nn]

glazing lol, she mad mid

[@ericajordan9612]

Omg! Thank you so much for all of the candid & transparent perspectives of being you! I appreciate you all sharing this information. It was really interesting & helpful for me to see what types of things may be critical to say to people that don't help the progression of us all growing to be normal human beings. Oh man, this was an impactful conversation & I really appreciated it and needed it.

[@javaingramtv]

I reallyyyyy enjoyed this video!! What unique and important perspectives! Thanks for making these videos.

[@Bootywatcherism]

That Half Ghanaian guy definitely grew up in Ghana 😂

[@marvaff6878]

yes looool

[@smilechynwa]

his whole demeanor screams Ghanian. I could just tell he is Ghanian

[@hyperiondragon]

There are 3 Ghanian/Japanese men up there

[@Bootywatcherism]

@@hyperiondragon 3???? Did we not watch the same video? 1 is Nigerian/Japanese 1 is American/Japanese 1 is Ghanaian/Japanese

[@koftownasante7027]

Yes the accent never changed Kept it real

[@ReiinaaVel]

I keep telling my s/o these are my concerns with having children in Japan (he's Japanese, I'm Black American) and he is convinced I'm the only one who feels this way. There are many videos that ask mixed Japanese people about their experiences but Japanese subtitles are needed. 😭I think this is very educational and it should be shown to more people especially here in Japan. It can be eye-opening. Thanks for the great video!

[@Yuna-qo2vt]

My husband is also Japanese and I wholeheartedly agree. Japanese subtitles on these types of videos would help spread the word to those who need to hear it.

[@oh.s]

It's good to be aware. But there's also some diverse areas in Japan where blasian children won't experience as much racism. Places like Tokyo or the Greater Tokyo Area (the cities and towns neighboring Tokyo) and Naha, Okinawa (has a lot of American bases and has a lot of hafus) may be more accepting.

[@stephanieallangarman5598]

You’re living in a HOMOGENEOUS COUNTRY…🤷🏻‍♀️😵‍💫. I’m sorry but you’ll be facing it regardless. 😢🙏🏽

[@sumayyahadetunmbi4347]

yeah, exactly

[@rita8274]

I hope he comes to terms with and accepts this unfortunate reality before you guys have kids because the children will need additional support and he needs to ready himself for the bullying that WILL occur at some point in their lives due to their race. I think it's sweet that he believes the world/ people are all accepting and kind, but sadly unrealistic.

[@dad.b.y]

loved this group, everyone seemed so respectful and the chemistry was definitely there! it was sweet to see some familiar faces too! ❤

[@Miaispresent]

"I feel like I belong in Japan" every single person stepped forward. Well done, Japan. Your people want to be there. How powerful.

[@celestinebuendia]

Didn’t one person not step forward??

[@studio_yumiruse_2130]

I was so depressed for a while because I'm half. There were so many people telling me different things "Are you Korean? Are you Russian? Mexican? Filipino?" one day I came across a mixed-race Korean model that I thought was fully Korean. however as I open the comments on the video everybody thinks he's fully French, or was surprised to hear that he was Korean. From that day on my viewpoint changed slightly. I am Japanese and Scottish. That's the truth!

[@Wulfox23]

Nah youre too scottish to be one of us

[@harmabeimhungry]

@@Wulfox23 💀

[@laclochard]

I am Spanish and Japanese. And I am a woman. Things are a lot worse because I am a woman.

[@sfong9633]

If you go to Hawaii, hapa people are kind of common (I'm half Japanese as well, but full asian).

[@studio_yumiruse_2130]

@@Wulfox23 okay buddy😀

[@epifanny]

I'm so touched he wants to be born again to tge same parents, that's a great compliment to them.

[@viola7052]

I found that so sweet and also how lucky to feel like that about your parents

[@christopheryoung9236]

Bro much love you brought this topic, it oh so applies to mix culture people, it brings tears to my eyes seriously.

[@DeniSoars]

I loved this. They seemed comfortable and like just a group of friends talking about their experiences

[@ZessDevon]

The man on the street videos were great but this format is SO fun to watch

[@DiamondFlame45]

It's pretty much Japanese Jubilee! He found a new niche in Japan! I like it XD

[@goncaloaraujo6644]

yea

[@tegalicocious]

As a Ghanaian listening to the Ghanaian guy speak and hearing both accent in him is soooo amazing 🥰

[@sakurakou2009]

I wonder if he speak Ghanaian language

[@bryanngassa2132]

@@sakurakou2009 they speak english in ghana my friend

[@sakurakou2009]

@@bryanngassa2132 I meant local languages, their native languages in all african nations, English just official language of the country

[@christinea.a.a]

​@@sakurakou2009 I think he does (from memory). He does tiktoks and stuff that I have seen

[@sakurakou2009]

@@christinea.a.a what name of his tiktok if you know?

[@JOANACHONG]

Absolutely enjoyed this video. Very informative and we need more topics discussed on the platforms 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@MLynn33]

I loved this interview!! 😍😍😍 Sending well wishes to you all from the USA!! 🇺🇸

[@JwinBaby]

Shut out to all the Blasian’s from a cross the world from a Afro-indigenous person 🤝

[@HulkMode365days]

Stop the Cap!! The so-called Blasian doesn't identify with their black side except the young lady to the far right!!!😂😂😂

[@maljoe_7769]

Greeting from another Afro-Indigenous🧡🏹 What tribe are you from?

[@JwinBaby]

@@maljoe_7769 Ojibwe Red lake

[@ForeverBlooming-05]

@@maljoe_7769im hidasta sioux and yankton sioux, mixed with african n mexican 💘 mha nation

[@liuyuenfu3728]

Wooo ooooooooooo

[@saiishii4155]

While Blasians and Wasians stick out visually, percentage-wise, it would be interesting to look into what is the ratio of the mixes in Japan since most likely Philipino, Chinese, Korean, and other mixes may possibly be actually more dominant. Not to take away from the video but the two groups in this video may not be the most common groups but may actually be more or less the most "media-known" common groups as other mixes are not as common in the limelight.

[@ynnos5555]

I think it’s because most of them are Japanese-passing look wise and the only indication probably is if they got a non-Japanese name or if they’re raised outside Japan and gets an accent.

[@Mwoods2272]

Like you said, they stand out more than the Asian mixed people. A majority of the Black/Japanese all have the same facial look.

[@GrosPointRouge]

Half Japanese/Chinese/Korean are not mixed-race.

[@laclochard]

​@@GrosPointRouge half Japanese/Chinese/ etc is considered mixed in Japan. 'Race' is a complicated issue. Maybe 'ethnically' mixed would be more accurate. But it's not just about looks.

[@mimorisenpai8540]

Lot Japanese have Korean or Chinese ancestry

[@BentendoOwee]

I love how supportive & open this group is🥺💓💓💓

[@user-si5hy9rm6i]

My man just squats back in the corner

[@laclochard]

It's an Asian pose 😂

[@IAmWizdom1000]

buddy got knees better than Megan🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

Asian squat 😂

[@biegebythesea6775]

@@IAmWizdom1000 megan? huh?

[@IAmWizdom1000]

@@biegebythesea6775 Meg the Stallion IYKYK

[@soulofocean4709]

A miss universe is a miss universe, they will definitely stand out irrespective of the race they belong to. Articulate and the whole body language is just perfect.😅

[@naiyaray5937]

I’m so happy yall got this off your chest!! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@LickyTee]

I already know it’s gonna be a great video from the intro 💯

[@meki-]

I’m also half Japanese and for some reason I really like videos like this, i can relate a lot to some of these people and I just like seeing people like me if that makes sense lol

[@johncks6754]

Growing up Blasian has disadvantages. However, it is so pleasant when you find someone or a group that understands your position and experiences. It wasn't my personal choice/decision to be mixed, and it still hurts when my Black 'brothers' call me a half-brother or the Asians look at me, turn around and talk among themselves. Knowing the language is extremely important to take full advantage of the different cultures. Great, intelligent, beautiful human beings on your panel and extremely excellent perspectives. Love you guys.

[@EgyptNile]

half brother is true though, think thats more of a lighthearted joke. Black people like joking around if you aren't used to it i get it but turning around and acting like you don't exist is crazy.

[@stephonmiller6422]

I honestly as a black have to apologize to you. I have always felt that if you have a child from another ethic group, you should by all means be there, raise them, show them their other side of the family and love so they know they are loved. It disappoints me to no end when other black men fell there kids.

[@evanie3807]

My advice is be proud of being a half brother, you are that, so what? There's nothing wrong with it. Tell then thanx and tell them it makes you twice as awesome, confidence is attractive and addictive. Think of it this way, do you really want to hang out people who only like people of a certain race and use race as a litmus test? You have a built in personality tester to weed out prejudiced people. Also asian cultures are one of those that can be very cliquish. I have a Chinese friend and she gets the same treatment, there are many cliques and being 100 percent asian blood is not going to be enough to get you into all of them or even half of them. I dated a Japanese dude for a year and he had many many stories of the cliques, school bullying etc he grew up with and he is 100 percent Japanese. Humans act like this on the regular sadly.

[@retrakandy]

I feel you on this and I was treated the same growing up as a kid. I'm Blasian here but I'm half Black American, Half Filipina 🇵🇭 they would call me "lightskined", "mixed privilege" not a "real" black woman/sister because I'm bilingual. I speak perfect English, "white girl" english but it's called educated, college degree English lol. My mom was an immigrant of the Philippines and Tagalog was her first language, but she learned English from my younger brother and I. I speak English and Spanish. Our language Tagalog had Spanish in it and my mom wanted us to learn Spanish for better job opportunities in California. I can understand Tagalog, but I respond in English or Spanish to teach my mom. Tagalog is a combination of Spanish from Spain, English and Deep Native Tagalog tongue from tribes

[@ginack19]

one thing in fashion i have seen a lot of which i am OBSESSED with is gingham especially red and white gingham print on everything whether its a cami, skirt, trousers, hair accessory. love it !!!

[@leroilovejoy3978]

My sister shared this video with me. As older Blasians (Black/Thai-Chinese), we enjoyed watching this. Growing up was tough and I was bullied constantly because of my looks. As an adult, it has worked in my favor since I am considered multicultural and can submit to a variety of roles as an actor. I embrace my uniqueness and am grateful to our parents for always instilling pride in our mix.

[@OneRandomVictory]

Pele is a whole ass mood.

[@KMO325]

This is like a full circle video for me because the first video I ever watched on this channel was Jesse, Kazuo, and another guy talking about this very subject. I like that Kazuo is not tolerating the disrespect and asserts his right to be treated as a person. That video with him and Jesse just talking about their lives in Japan is still one of the best videos posted on this channel.

[@laclochard]

Completely agree. Dear Japan: as a hafu who grew up in Spain I'm not happy to hear about racism there. Cut the bs and evolve. And same with all the misogyny there. Everything is wild.

[@cuculain78]

@@laclochard Did you have to deal with racism or misogyny growing up in Spain?

[@martafiord]

@@cuculain78all women face misogyny in Spain or even in Sweden, one way or another.

[@katosei-ss2rr]

Thank you for the interesting videos that show everyone's various points of view. Rather than applying the concept of discrimination to Japan, a high-context society with the term "gaijin card" and criticizing it, I thought it was wiser to think of half-Japanese as a bridge between different cultures.

[@Bailey2006a]

Absolutely fascinating and informative…a great group of young people.

[@gregmcnair4272]

Shout out to the brother in the baseball cap who stood up and claimed his identity. He determined for himself if he were Japanese or not. Well done!

[@chanayplease]

Kazuo cracked me up 💀 I love him so much. I also wanna say thank you for sharing t1hese type of perspectives, I had this recommended to me w/o searching which is a rare KZbin W. I like these videos bc I like learning about the experiences of mixed ppl worldwide, I had a half Black half Japanese friend for a bit and he had similar experiences to the Blasians here. Although his experience mirrored Raimu's more, except his parents are still married, his mom is Black and his dad is Japanese, and he lived in the city. He experienced bullying but not for being mixed it was more so his height bc he's pretty short even by Japanese standards. I miss talking to him but he got caught up w/work and school when Covid restrictions started lifting in Japan. Besides that, I like these videos bc it gives me more perspective when I make mixed characters. Nowadays I can find more nuanced discussions compared to several years ago, I don't have these experiences so I wouldn't know but I also didn't wanna misrepresent my character or do anything that isn't realistic. Again thank you and the guests for sharing!

[@mikaalaiearley6217]

Japanese aren't short......

[@chanayplease]

@@mikaalaiearley6217 I didn’t think I’d have to say this but everybody has standards for what they consider tall and short. So what the US considers tall and short is slightly different but noticeable. My friend is considered short by many societies, so when I said “even Japan” I meant including Japan. Plus, he said something along the lines of that anyway when I asked how tall he is.

[@agente2276]

tbh everyone seemed to have a lot in common with each other. This was a great video I learned a lot thanks!

[@AtarahChannahAshar]

I so enjoyed this!!

[@idrissmerahi4040]

Beautiful group of people. Was great hearing their perspectives on these issues, much appreciated Jesse!

[@tati8704]

I feel so understood! I'm half Japanese and half German and hearing that others have a very similar experience being mixed is so refreshing. Thanks for the great video!

[@Akhenatonio]

Excellent diverse points of view. This conversation was very eye opening.

[@claramitchell746]

This was quite eye-opening indeed! Great content! Diversity is the key and spice to life!!!👌🏾🌺🌞😊

[@alishajuko]

One of the best videos i’ve seen describing the hafu experience. Grateful for all the points highlighted. 🙇🏽‍♀️✨

[@mikeysmoooth5322]

goddamn dude with the New York fitted got jumped? that's messed up, man.

[@chi2om]

He was winning too much, they had to jump him 3 times 😂

[@Keithsview898]

He raps about it alot, some pretty powerful lyrics

[@Makingthemarks]

@@Keithsview898I hope he’s healing, and is ok from those experiences. That is so traumatizing 😕

[@jcrowviral]

People get jumped everywhere

[@HAPPYFUNTIMEx2]

I don’t think he got jumped all the time JUST because he is half black. He struck me as the type who goes against the current. Being blasian and with that, I’m sure he pissed off a lot of guys in his youth.

[@MeanKno]

Not disregarding anyone's perspective that, "They see Japanese racism as more ignorance than racism", but when we think critically about whether or not there is an actual distinction, I believe we can conclude there is none. "Ignorance" is just a synonym used to downplay racism. In modern times, I am specifically not forgiving of ignorance with so much access to information via the internet and access to books from all parts of the world. Ignorance in modern times comes across as willful. One argument I can see proposed is that racism has intention behind it while ignorance does not. I would counter that with the fact that lack of intention does not change the outcome - people are still being racist whether or not they are doing so intentionally. It is also a well-known symptom of racism that the ignorant person or people is/are not very likely to put effort in dispelling their ignorance. No effort spent understanding other races (culture, history, etc.), humanizing people on an individual level instead of generalizing, nor paying attention to evidence that contradict media programming/stereotypes. In conclusion it's best to determine if someone is racist base on their behaviors, thoughts and opinions rather than whether we feel they know better or not (exceptions being children below 17 years old).

[@MarieAnnAdae]

This video popped up randomly on my KZbin. I tap, and i noticed Marintia a few minutes into the video🥰🥰🥰 The stars have aligned today 🤣 Great video! It's nice hearing everyone's different perspectives. Greetings from Ghana🇬🇭

[@KurikoLaJapoMana]

As a fellow mixed person (Japan x Germany) I absolutely loved this episode ! especially touching the sensitive subject of having different experiences between Wasians and Blasians. Thank you and keep up the great work ! Hopefully one day we get to connect also 😊

[@perma_bann]

WW2 final boss

[@ladynaette]

​@@perma_bann TF 😂😂

[@kalyacastillo9574]

I love your work! I’ve worked on Black Asian research but you’re doing such amazing things with your presence on social media. Thank you so much for facilitating these interviews and shedding light on biracial Asian experiences , I wish I had access to something like this while growing up!

[@simpleplanfan011]

All of these people are so good looking! Very interesting to hear all of their perspectives.

[@evi.1497]

That's a GREAT video, highly learnful !

[@danikahholdman2609]

Everyone was so good at expressing themselves. I understood where everything was coming from in their points of view. Perfectly said all round.

[@RealTragoe2]

This was a great video to follow up on the previous one with the discussion of what makes you Japanese or not Japanese in the comments! You're making awesome content, Jesse!

[@diempi]

Very interested video , thank you Jesse and everyone

[@TMCLLNH]

Very insightful video - keep up the good work

[@BimRen246]

I really enjoyed this episode. Everyone was so engaging and I am looking forward to watching the one on one interview to learn more about their experiences.

[@MaxDCapo]

Enjoyed watching this. Sometimes living in Japan so long, I forget how cool it was the first time I got to chill with other mixed Japanese people for the first time (the early 2010s). Doesn’t matter what “kind” of hafu you are, we can all relate to the experiences.

[@hijump60]

This might be the coolest thing I have ever seen and listened to in my lifetime.

[@ladiorange]

Fantastic video. My mom is Blasian (Chinese mixed) so I appreciate all this insight. Much love to you all

[@PorshiaVonne]

I love this video 💜 hearing everyone’s take on being mixed and how it’s affected them being half Japanese is pretty cool. They’re all so gorgeous too 😍

[@HA-zp4bj]

Congrats on the video! Great idea and shoutout to all the guests, they brought great and different opinions

[@majorlazor5058]

This was actually done very well!

[@RisingSun0904]

Love watching videos of my fellow halfies since there’s so much I can relate too and I feel less alone🥹

[@MM-mc9ru]

すごく面白かったです！ アラフィフハーフですが、日本も進歩したなーと最近の若いハーフを見ていると嬉しく思います！ ハーフにとって数十年前とは別世界ですよ。 Keep up the great work, Jesse!!

[@Abby-kx7bm]

They are so intelligent. I love how they don’t disrespect one of their cultures and uplift the other. ❤️

[@hazeylulu]

All so gorgeous!! most definitely the lady wearing green. She's so classy and confident ! i can't wait to visit Japan

[@Skootfairy]

I loved learning about these folks!

[@fanandolla33]

Super interesting video. Thank you for making it and to everyone who participated.

[@monicamartey]

Thanks for sharing. As different as their experiences are, their stories happen to have similarities as to how people are perceived around the world based on their appearances.

[@kraichellecurren7892]

So true! Perception is the key word. I’m a fair skinned black woman and I’ve been questioned all my life about my nationality along with a spectrum of other weird inquiring🤷🏽‍♀️😄 Such is life I suppose. Good to hear these people’s experiences. ✌🏽

[@jm3062]

Awwww...that fella needs a hug. and She is sooooooooooo beautiful. Her poise and confidence and space she holds is so appealing.

[@DanielDaVinciArt]

As Nigerian myself this puts a smile on my face. shout out to all the Wasians and Blasian people out there, God bless ya'll

[@camfreed9829]

Great video and much needed discussion to shift the culture to a positive direction

[@tertiusgreyling9955]

This is so wholesome. Great video offering so much to learn about culture and identity. Hope the participants got a lot of value out of the shared experience too. ❤❤❤

[@simfamr.]

this is the mixed race content i nee. these are conversations ive had in life here in us

[@marvaff6878]

Ayyyy man like Pelegroso😂😂 Honestly one of the funniest/craziest guys on Instagram

[@annabirke1756]

Love These Types of videos ! Makes a large amount of misfit feeling HAFUS feel understood for a sec ! Muuch appreciated !!! Keep it up 🎉❤

[@enterthebruce91]

I wonder what life is like in Japan for a non Japanese Hafu? (White/Black, Mexican/Black, Native American/Black, Native American/White etc). I imagine there are hardly any mixed race people who aren't part Japanese in Japan. So much respect to Jesse for making this video; I Would love to see Japan in person one day (especially Tokyo), but for now I'll stick to reading manga and watching Tokyo Vice! 😂

[@pkaisaaht3825]

Wow, such an interesting video to hear everyone's experiences. Really learned alot! In the future, I would love you guys to have ppl of diff Asian backgrounds or countries like Vietnam, cambodia, Laos, thai, India, etc and see their perspective or hear about their experiences in Japan as another kind of Asian there. Was there racsism , stereotypes, were they looked down/ treated less, etc from Japanese people there and what japanese ppl think of other Asians from South East and other. The negative , the positive.That would also be so insightful 😀

[@carolokerulu5915]

Im mixed race.....half irish half Nigerian. Grew up in Nigeria my whole life and travelled to Ireland when i was 18. I can totally relate to all the opinions raised. Its a complex life, you never fully feel like you fit in one place, you are always a bit of one place and another. Its unique, I am blessed to have the opportunity of having both worlds.

[@olalexax]

im polish and malaysian. feel the same way! people always think im south american because of my appearance so it's a strange experience going through the world looking like i have a different ethnic background than the one i actually have.

[@carguy1697]

Your looking at it wrong you are the best of both worlds

[@Sunny_456]

As a Nigerian who grew up in Germany. Let me tell you sth. - the experiences apply to us as well. We are neither fully accepted by Germans nor by Nigerians.

[@carguy1697]

@@Sunny_456white people mix with Asian day the samething so your not the only one

[@rickypattersonymail]

Such an interesting video. My mom coming from Guyana and my dad being from the States, I relate to any feeling of difference or not belonging going on.

[@Kooljupiter]

This was a great video to watch! Pele was killin it 😂

[@reguisthesjw7796]

I went in watching this video thinking it would be funny and educational,who knew I'd be moved to tears as well ? These individuals , all of them, are unique and precious. Little by little even though this is unfair to expect this from them, they're destroying racism. Thank you

[@Amourrneraa]

I’m African American and I’ve learned alot from this video ! Ty

[@tranquilbakergentletraveller]

What a beautiful video, filled with beautiful people. It's a great example of not judging someone solely by their appearance. They're all as "Japanese" as one another, yet at first glance we may not readily appreciate/realise this. Me, myself, I am half Filipino, half Italian, born and raised in Australia. I do consider myself "half" because the two halves make the whole.

[@extrachipper]

These perspectives are so valuable as someone with a multicultural mixed race child--we always tell her that she is not half, but twice. Twice the heritage, with equal access to both sides as she grows and builds her own identity. As parents, its our job to provide the opportunities for that equal access to the full range of cultural and linguistic experiences.

[@blume0121]

Thank you for this interesting video! Just about one week ago my daughter was born. I am german and my husband japanese. We want to settle down in Japan, so i like watching this type of videos ❤

[@itsawetrain]

i have to disagree with Pele at 30:04. This gets into the difference between Black Americans and Africans. Black Americans are exhausted teaching people not to be racist while in Africa (Ghana in this instance), they're monoethnic/monolithic so it's easier for them to pass off racism as ignorance and explain to people why they are wrong. I'm also black american and feel like it's 2024 (now lol), I shouldn't have to hold people's hand and tell them why racism is bad. Black people are just people, think of how your people live and interact with the world, and it's literally the same for black people.

[@sundiataq]

Ghana is absolutely not mono-ethnic or monolithic. We have over 70 different ethnic groups and languages, numerous different religions and denominations as well. We are an amalgamation of many different peoples. The type of racism in the USA is also very different from the type of racism and xenophobia found in Japan. In the USA (and parts of Europe), there exist very virulent, explicit and deliberate types of racism (such as white supremacy), which can't be easily corrected with simple exposure to different types of people. In Japan, as many other parts of the world outside of Europe and the Americas, much of the racism is rooted in ignorance and xenophobia and can in fact be corrected with simple exposure to different types of people. Racism in the West is a type of very insidious cultural indoctrination, whereas in many other parts of the world, it's simply a result of a lack of exposure/real world experience with other cultures/ethnicities.

[@awesomeirlable]

Most African countries are most definitely NOT monolithic, much less monoethic. As a Nigerian, I can attest that while racism may not regularly manifest in day to day interactions, triablism is a HUGE issue

[@Naijahoy]

I love how Japanese sounds- sounds so elegant, calm, and refined when the girl in the green dress speaks

[@jin_nguyen]

WHAT DOES HE MEANS BY BERRIES ?? 😂😂😂

[@tomcat5151]

Nah this is exactly why I came to the comments lol

[@deedee0351]

Same! Is he gay??? Im curious as to what that means! 😅

[@ajm7547]

Will check back here for answers… 😅😂🤣

[@malvinelpinnoy]

They beeped his follow-up response and my mind's racing 😂😂

[@jin_nguyen]

Can someone please watch the whole episode and update for us mortals ? 😂

[@Dlo_Chess1_1]

Everyone that tried to justify the racism by saying stereotypes , never seeing a black person and so on . Treating someone differently because of the color of their skin is racism . If the same thing happened as a yt person against a black person it would be racism , but because it’s Asians and people like to popularize / justify their behavior ( Japanese, Korean and Chinese) by saying they’ve never seen black ppl / foreigners.

[@dahliangrant579]

Right! It makes no sense. Is it so hard to treat people with decency? There are 8 billion people on this planet; surely they know this. It's weird to me.

[@LifeWithCandis]

💖💖I am sure Life hasn't been all sunshine. But I think this video is beautiful. I believe we come to earth to learn and have experiences. And look at us here learning!! Regardless if we are consciously teaching or willing to teach, we are all teaching just by BEING. I appreciate you all for sharing your stories. I teach English Internationally and this helps me to understand different types of people/students. Thanks!

[@jasonrantseli8046]

The lady in GREEN! She could speak to me ALL day and I'd fall in LOVE! Their language sounds so BEAUTIFUL! ❤