Where They Buried the Soul of Japan

[@RareEarthSeries]

Thanks to everyone who asked about our Patreon. I'll put out a full video when I get the time, but for those who want to jump the gun and get on board from the start, here's the link: www.patreon.com/rareearth It means a huge deal that so many have asked us to start an account. I never thought anyone would watch these videos, let alone support them.

[@69NOMAN69]

PLEASE DO a program on miyamoto musashi !

[@mrslaslop8927]

​@@hkentw At 12:34 there is a charming disclaimer regarding Evan's role as "an authority". For his second-ever video, it is very impressive. Perseverance is to chopsticks as rock is to scissors.

[@thepowerstation2702]

Sadly it looks like the developers went ahead in 2015 to build the 8 storey monstrosity next to the entrance. What a shame. The temple tried to fight it. 😔

[@thomasellysonting3554]

@@mrslaslop8927 the video unfortunately repeats a lot of the usual Western misconceptions about the 47 Ronin however. In particular, this idea that it was only popularized during the Meiji era as the "foundational" myth of Japan is in itself largely a myth. Yes, the Meiji Government used the legend as part of the national narrative, but the 47 Ronin was a story already celebrated by the Japanese long before that era. The most popular play based on the event for instance was produced in the 1700s, a full century before the Meiji Restoration. More importantly, it was never a clear-cut story about "honor" and "loyalty". Strictly speaking the 47 Ronin broke their oaths of loyalty to the Shogun, who was the highest authority in the land, to launch a sneak attack in the name of revenge. It was Western interpretations of this story that tend to focus on the honor/loyalty angle even at the cost of death; to emphasize how "foreign" Japan was. The story was instead in large part about "doing what's right, even if it pisses off the powerful people in charge", which was enormously popular with the people. This is why the Japanese honor the 47 Ronin to this day, and not the Shogun who allowed for their "honorable" suicide. Indeed, during the immediate aftermath of the whole thing the Shogun very much tried to ban and censor the story because of how badly it reflected on his government.

[@SuzanneJeffersMolina]

I can't believe I'm just watching your videos. I Love it) . Chris you blew my mind with your space oddity and then you you follow it up with a duet with your brother on earth. Backed up by the Gleeks.

[@josephbeineke1175]

That continuous take is impressive.

[@whynottalklikeapirat]

It was like a Spielberg Oner

[@Dong_Harvey]

Or the 'Charlie Work' episode

[@vilstef6988]

I've watched this about a dozen times since discovering it. Evan's storytelling is exemplary and captivating!

[@MRorizs2]

This is certainly one of the best channels on KZbin. Very informative, the videos are addictive and the format is just simple and great. A clean piece of knowledge. I love how you prefer to talk about topics that are less known to most people, really showing us the meaning of Rare Earth. The uniqueness of each place you visit. Please keep it up!

[@LudwigHohlwein1974]

Great presentation. I saw commander hadfield speak in chepstow a few years ago and he was kind enough to sign my copy of his book with the words 'closer to the heart' I'm not surprised to see that same understanding and good humour run in the family. Cheers

[@Walker-tq3ei]

man still can't believe that i made a whole essay regarding the ideas and the complex mentality or mindset of what the core of what Japanese culture and society is truly based or in other words being based by the people for the people.

[@Babababababe]

This was beautifully done Evan, and, ( I didn't even notice the dry heaves).. Francesco, as a professional wave artist, this was perfect. Chris, thank you for all of this.

[@ZionZah]

I've totally lost the game with the guy in the background at 5:48, the timing with your narration is impeccable

[@catfishcave379]

I wondered which direction this series might go; and I am exceptionally pleased with the path you have chosen. This series will be a real eye opener for all who watch it. I eagerly await the next episode.

[@mountaingladiator9493]

You have a talent for telling stories which I appreciate. Thank you

[@Benagiser]

that. was. Brilliant! one take piece to camera was perfect. thank you

[@WoutvanderHeide]

Great video! I am very much looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@sstgeorg]

Killer job guys, can't wait to see more. Thanks for doing this.

[@curiouscrandall]

Superb. Heading to Japan for the first time in a few weeks and hoping to see some of this kind of thing.

[@Gangerworld]

Wow. The only time I learned anything about the 47 ronin was from that Keanu Reeves movie. Nothing against Keanu but your storytelling was a lot better. Glad I had subscribed to this channel.

[@MichaelBerthelsen]

Gangerworld That movie got panned because it literally had nothing to do with the ACTUAL 47 ronin. It made no sense...😂

[@TerGar1000]

Really great. I love history, and thought it was especially well done (and respectful!) Fantastic.

[@eFatih]

Wow. I have been there but I did only realize now how important sengaku-ji is!

[@Kenshar1984]

Thanks for this amazing series Chris! Can't wait for more!

[@iliketurtles2531]

You know, I'm Japanese and I generally had a hard time to understand 47 ronin, and you nailed it quite well. I wonder if it's rather easier to foreginers to see through.

[@appa609]

47 Ronin seems like overkill to take out one dude. You just need one sneaky dude with a bow.

[@LAlbiita]

AWESOME! I love the way you tell the history. Thanks a lot you for begin this proyect.

[@patricktwomey6341]

Great job Evan and Francesco! That's my favourite way to travel, I do like to see the "postcard" areas, but I also like to visit and learn about the soul of places. Really looking forward to the series. Hope your liver is up to it Evan! ;)

[@loves2tinker]

thank you for the wonderful story.

[@errorinscript1127]

I cried, the Japanese are such a striving and motivated people. Until the very last breath they strive to thier goal!

[@genenain]

Landed here after the Nintendo Video. Did not know your Dad is...your Dad !! :D

[@SnowmansApartment]

Definitely will go there one day 😄

[@georgiusheatwave]

This is beautiful

[@dzonnyblue3065]

Japan is Wonderful country !!!!!!!!

[@suthobay]

Well presented but I feel there should be more pauses with the talking. Also, the camera could be used to get some more interesting angles and shots of what's going on. Most of the video had Evan in the centre and it kind of detracts from the point of showing 'Rare Earth'. Just my 2c. Flame away :D

[@Impailer67]

loyalty,,,hmm. everyone considers the concept holy too some degree .its probably in top 5 traits we admire in other people, but unconditional loyalty makes you fly a zero into a the deck of the Yorktown..we have to be careful about the commitments we make .

[@coreyvidal]

I didn't think I'd watch all 12 minutes, but I got sucked in. Great video. Personal and informative.

[@mrschimmel]

It's the great thing about this channel. It's more personal than most informative channels

[@rustyshackleford17]

It's nice that it is filmed on location. They do have nice way of presenting their topic.

[@xxheartbrokexx100]

Martin Schimmel your short attention span is sickening

[@NyaaaaaaakiF35]

After watching this video, I immediately planned on visiting Sengaku-ji. And just a few days ago, I have done that. The temple just has a fascinating aura. It's filled with history and a fascinating story to be told. I highly recommend you go there of you plan on visiting Tokyo. I might actually visit it again later while I'm in Tokyo.

[@AbrahamLTobing]

"one of the most important pathways in the country" A duud sleeping on the bench. LOL

[@_cyber_cookie_]

Lmao I was thinking the same

[@Dong_Harvey]

Couldn't be more Japanese

[@enerikeaaratemanuc.h.3236]

hahaha

[@MeridionWanderer]

Don't be fooled. He is ninja hiding in plain sight, protecting this place.

[@MisterTalkingMachine]

KZbin's got a new red shirt, oh boy *Stares at Tom Scott*

[@michaelcaplin8969]

Haha, I was thinking the same thing. Wonderful!

[@mebradhen]

MisterTalkingMachine LoL

[@milojohnson3057]

if evan and tom scott did a collab i'd die of happiness

[@Lookitsblu]

hi how's the dying of happiness?

[@-.._.-_...-_.._-..__..._.-.-.-]

Very interesting and extremely well presented! Was that all one shot? I'm really impressed.

[@evanhadfield]

David S. It was one shot, but I cut it a few times because I was just sort of walking and felt you didn't care about my gait.

[@lisarichards3217]

Evan Hadfield absolutely incredible. So suspenseful.

[@lavorbitor9711]

@@evanhadfield Respect, you're making the world better!

[@ryshow9118]

@@evanhadfield You guys walk us through history, I think the least we can do is walk with you quietly for a few moments.

[@chickenface521]

Majestrate mvp, 1death, 48 assists

[@NirvanaSmokes]

5:50 “One of the most important walkways in the country” Guy in the background napping on a bench😂😂😂

[@FailedPoet444]

I'm sure someone's already pointed this out in the comments, but Asano didn't meet the emperor. The Emperor of Japan at this time was essentially just a figurehead staying at his court in Kyoto, while the real power lay with the Tokugawa Shoguns in Edo. Still loving your videos, guys. Short, interesting snippets, like bite-sized chunks of odd stories. Keep up the good work!

[@RareEarthSeries]

Click the info button in the top right of the screen to see me mock myself for this very point. :)

[@junsu21]

it should also be pointed out that he equates ronin with meaning the same thing as samurai (at least in the beginning of the film). To be precise, ronin are masterless samurai. The modifier is quite important here. Fortunately he makes it clearer later on. Lastly the daimyo didn't just "go home" until the next year. They were required to live in Edo for part of the year as way of making sure they don't revolt. The name of the system is called "sankin kotai" 参勤交代. You can google it. It was extremely important to the peace that the Tokugawa Shoguns were able to bring to Japan.

[@mike5058]

Evan is a natural when it comes to presenting . Chip off the old block I would say.

[@lisarichards3217]

mike5058 such a good point. And right you are.

[@breakingthemasks]

mike5058 ... I like the chip, I might be interested to see the block... link? name? etc?

[@llaughton69]

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Hadfield

[@paulbucklebuckle4921]

@@llaughton69 interesting family , nice

[@VivienneGucwa]

Whaaaat. This was SO GOOD. (Not that I thought it wouldn't be but since I know this is your beginning foray into this) Honestly, this rocks. Super looking forward to more!

[@bigbrowntau]

I visited there recently, and I was the only non-Japanese present. It has an amazing feeling to the place, and I found the monks and museum staff were excited to see someone from overseas showing respect. There are two museums attached, one containing items used/made by the samurai, and the other contains wooden figures of each member. Two things that really caught my eye were the huge age range in the group, including on member in his 70s! The other factor was the 10 km walk between the raid site and the temple, which they made through snow, while some of them were wounded. Thanks for making this video! (If you're looking at this and wondering how to get there, it's easy...it's only 100 metres from Sengakuji station.)

[@wannabehistorian371]

I’m a Japanese person; thank you for telling this story. I myself wasn’t aware of the specifics of this story though I’ve heard it referenced. Though as someone raised in the United States, I cant help but see a tragedy in this. The mentality of undying loyalty no matter what is what made the public complacent in World War II, and we got bombed into the ground for it. It’s the mentality behind the Kamikaze units. It’s why in modern day exploitative bosses can get away with treating their employees like cattle just because they’re the boss and buy them beer on the weekends. It sounds romantic on paper, but I think in practice it can be ugly and rotten. At best, loyalty is a beautiful thing, it can give life so much meaning and purpose. But Asano just seems like a hotheaded impulsive jerk who didn’t deserve such good men from this description. Maybe he was a particularly good lord. I think there are many flaws in our culture. I think one good way to reform the whole bushido mentality is “loyalty only goes so far as you are happy with serving them.” Not to mention it might be historically inaccurate to see these 47 Ronin as representative of all Samurai. Samurai were people too, so yes, many of them weren’t perfect. Many were known to engage in drive, or rather stroll-by killings of peasants. And I may have heard somewhere that Bushido was never really a binding social rule and the Imperials made most of it up as a national myth (as you sort of alluded to). There’s lots of fiction and lots of fact mixed in. It’s a lot like the idea of chivalry. But really, Japanese society seems to be changing; but it just seems to becoming a culture of apathy, which may be even worse. At least people had purpose back then.

[@tokyo169nyc718]

I had the same exact thoughts as you. You pretty much said it all. And lol at the apathy part.

[@crimsoon27]

This is definitely a good way to start looking at Japanese history, especially if you'll go onto further themes covering Japanese honor. Hopefully, you go outside of Tokyo! There is so much more to Japan than just what's in Tokyo!

[@RareEarthSeries]

Oh we are going evvvvvvvvverywhere.

[@crimsoon27]

That's great to hear! :) I'll look forward to it!!

[@candace6873]

Oh? Well, maybe you would be interested in Kyoto and The Fushimi-Momoyama Castle in Fushimi (the southern part of Kyoto City). Many more men committed seppeku and the floorboards were so stained with blood that they couldn't remove it. Those floorboards are now part of the ceilings of multiple temples to give peace to those souls. On another note, I live in Kyoto Prefecture and have your book... if I am ever lucky enough to run into you, I'd love to get it signed!

[@RBMRoman]

5 hours, only 5k views. This video is awesome, and this series has potential to be great, but the KZbin algorithm is beyond nonfunctional. Even an account, with 400k subscribers from a bygone age of International Space Station learning videos and popular Space Oddity cover can't compete for sustainable profit from KZbin videos, I feel sorry for the true content creators who miss out.

[@ethan7112]

RBMRoman perfectly said brother such a shame

[@RBMRoman]

Thank friend.

[@Schmidtelpunkt]

I am not sure. In a world of shrill clickbait, I like that the algorithm tries to avoid featuring the same kind of video all the time. I have the feeling KZbin is trying to feature more long-tail candidates, which in the longer run might help well made content of relevance in comparision to Pewdiepie's daily utterly forgettable ramblings (which absolutely had taken over the recommendations). Then again I am probably the only one looking at the new videos of my followed channels and put them on my list instead of just randomly following KZbin's recommendations, and therefore I am doing it just too wrong to have the algorithm fail.

[@Klrup]

I dont think blaming KZbin's algorithm is a valid reason for justifying why this video hasn't gotten traction. its a mixture of promotion and the level of interest the video has. TBH despite his video being "informative" it was really dry and not something I could sit thru for 12 minutes. The saying "show me, not tell me" really applies. Basically this was talking head 2.0...walking and talking head.

[@RBMRoman]

Kaleb Stegall definitely. I'd rather watch "non-dry" content like DIY Fidget Spinners, Make Your Own Slime Experiment, or endless Daily Vlogs, right?

[@VishuddhaDas]

beautiful video :)

[@DennisChainsawman]

I agree. What a fascinating story

[@YakawssSeb]

I dont know why but i expected to hear "And As Always Thanks For Watching" At the end.

[@TheLaika923]

I love the ending credits! hahaha Love the video too :) I have a book on japanese legends and this one was the one that stuck with me the most... though they really romanticized the history on the book, having the samurais disguise themselves as dishonorable, defeated drunken men to fool the guy that doomed their master that they weren't going to seek revenge. On this version there's also one ronin that isn't sentenced to death for being too young, and another guy who commits seppuku in front of the graves, feeling guilty because he beat one of the ronin up, thinking that they really had turned into drunken hobos.

[@246spyder]

Liked the movie, yes, did you!

[@paulamaywatson8522]

I am one of those geeky people who love history and love to read the credits at the end of videos. I had already written down "47 Ronin & legends of Japan" so that I could do some research on my own and then in the credits I read the encouragement to do just that and laughted because I truly feel like few people ever do their own research. I loved the video and the story sparked an interest in learning more...thank you :)

[@246spyder]

The movie was/is very good. It also is about loyalty. You must see the films of Akira Kurosawa........ He can be called the Stanley Kubrick of Japan. Check out his films and you will wanting more of them and him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHqbkpmsfc55hJo

[@razor1uk610]

True, the 50's B&W Kurosawa films do much to indirectly explain, illuminate and educate on social, cultural, humour, rank/class and some other histrocial aspects from the era(s) prior to the Meiji Resturation and the following horrendous Imperial era; casting a light towards the older 'core' of Japan that had, perhaps, more of less uglier bloodstains upon it. Not to be thought incorrect, but all nations, peoples and cultures have bloodstains throughout their past, just a lot today ignore them, refute them or plain assume some propaganda angle to their being remembered - all of which is also true.

[@Tilldeatharmwrestling]

Awesome. Great story teller. Can't wait for the next one

[@岩の下駅]

This was so involuntarily funny at some points. First time when you say "one of THE most important walkways in Japan" and the Japanese guy lying on a bench behind you and the second time when you say there are NO tourist here and at that exact moment two white guys suddenly appear in the back when there were no foreigners at all before lol Really great story and video! I would kindly ask you to be more thoughtful about the people around you next time though. Japanese don't like to be filmed like that so just blur their faces in post if you don't want to go through the troubles of asking every single person walking by if they are ok being filmed for a KZbin video. It's just a way to show respect as a foreigner, especially at a sacred place like this. And I certainly wouldn't want you to compromise your one shot filming style so just blur the faces next time.

[@andreamceneaney4024]

"First attempt at shooting the new series: Utter crap." Evan, I think you and I have very different ideas of what 'crap' means. That was lovely and informative. Looking forward to seeing what else this series unearths.

[@evanhadfield]

Andrea Claire This was not the first attempt... :)

[@Mortebianca]

You are the younger Alberto Angela

[@Wheels_Unlimited]

One of the greatest stories of all time and Hollywood goes and mucks it up with a horrible movie starring Keanu Reeves. Oh well. This video was good.

[@suthobay]

Surely the Japanese have made films about this it's just that we don't hear of them

[@246spyder]

Do not watch that movie, watch the original by Akira Kurosawa san.

[@Dowlphin]

Those 47 ronin were what I call an effective anti-corruption agency. 😎 In the eyes of their director they are surely all employee of the century. (Justice is a higher virtue than law. And this is why many people are actually scared of it. It requires more personal responsibility. You cannot defer authority to the law when practicing it.) 3:58 Oh, doodie. 😜

[@lisarichards3217]

"Not the disneyfied way" Absolutely. Are you familiar with Studio Ghibli works? Grave of the Fireflies might drive this point home for you.

[@levimcglinchey5843]

Just seen your most recent video, thought it was very well made and came back to check the first out. Superb! Gonna have fun blasting through two years of these! Excellent stuff

[@yellobird5682]

there is a big mistake in your information! TENNO had been in kyoto until 1868. it was SHOGUN who met them.

[@evanhadfield]

yello bird Yes! I messed it up in the one take. I will add a disclaimer. Thanks! :)

[@youngjin8300]

Come to Korea once! It has interesting stories as well How the modern Korea came about in the context of WWII and how the people, otherwise the same in all respects, got separated in half And then how things played out for both sides since the Separation. I can show you around the places of historical importance if you come

[@viorp5267]

Which Korea?

[@mattender8323]

@@viorp5267 Take a guess. Either way, Koreans are still one nation.

[@viorp5267]

@@mattender8323 North!

[@jenniferk9242]

I don't even remember how I stumbled upon this series, but I am eternally grateful that I have. Evan, you have a very comforting on-screen presence, perfect for addressing difficult subject matter. I generally don't give feedback or give "likes" on KZbin videos but I'm in the process of returning to all of yours that I've already watched to give them all their very well deserved "likes". And this series will get my first intentional subscribe. (I'm really good at accidentally subscribing to random channels). Thank you for educating me, thank you for making me think, and thank you for allowing me to enjoy the process. I currently don't have the financial means to contribute to your patreon, I only hope that my words of gratitude possess some small value.

[@koldaussie]

You definitely take after your father for being a easily listened to speaker. Words, pronunciation and clarity were spot on and to be honest, it sounded like a Canadian version of Sir David Attenborough. You captivate the viewer well and as I said, it was easy to listen to. Nicely done.

[@tboudre2]

Great start. I like the "HISTORY, not tourism" bit. Hooked!

[@jimbalio]

The subtle and unobtrusive background music is great. Nice touch Evan.

[@thepowerstation2702]

May they rest in peace always 🙏. It looks like in 2015 the developers went ahead and built next to the entrance the gray 8 storey monstrosity that the temple tried to stop being built 😔. The neighbours had been respectful for 310 years and not built higher than 3 storeys even though legally they could have. The 8 storey building's developer used the law to ignore what was right. There is a big difference between points of law and what is right. However in our universe there is the most balancing influence called : Karma 🙏

[@nozomusuzuki7916]

My Korean friend told me they never understand about 47 ronin. In a way, it is a bit exotic even for many East Asians. Perhaps the idea "samurai" derived from the Middle East origin is right. Samurai sounds very close to the word that described security, guards, etc in Arabic, Aramaic, and Hebrew....and the moral is very similar to Middle Eastern warrior code.

[@anthonycolbourne4206]

We spent several days in Tokyo and also visited many older sites around Japan, just trying to capture a sense of the force that drives the country the way it does, and this in a nutshell truly is a great aspect of that hidden force. Something that everyone seems to live by in their daily lives even today. So much more respect than any western country for sure.

[@llaughton69]

Just stumbled across this series today, thoroughly enjoying it. Great presentation and very enjoyable to watch. Greetings from Australia.

[@dandemsky7157]

The guy in the background at 5:50 hahaha 🙌

[@andyr0ck]

Ha, just noticed him, third watch.

[@evilsexyhamlet6399]

he's like ''yeah, lord's head whatevs''

[@pensychan]

hahahaha IKR ? XD just when he says "the most mportant pathway in japan even" and bam, dude sleeping in a bench lol

[@岩の下駅]

Dan Demsky he's taking an honorable break from society x)

[@brandonp3491]

I loved the closing remarks which I found personally inspiring because I personally think that Beautiful things don't cry for attention.

[@brandonp3491]

Also when does the next episode come out?

[@tonisukles858]

Amazing first episode, this is going to be an awesome series. A little constructive criticism on the thumbnail though since it goes a little unnoticed. I wouldn't want this to not get as many views as it deserves.

[@RareEarthSeries]

Thanks for the feedback! My current mood is to just make videos as I feel they should be made, and not really worry who watches them or if they're the most viral-prepped. That might change over time, but I feel like if I lived my life concerned about views I'd be at home doing let's play and unboxing. :)

[@tonisukles858]

Fair point. Can't wait to see the next ones!

[@darylmulwane3430]

Toni Sukles uh

[@terryhighwell1984]

You're confusing the Emperor for the Shogun - in this case, the Tokugawa Shogunate which politically governed Japan for 15 generations (of course, in the name of the Emperor) from their capital in Tokyo during the years 1603 to 1868. As for the Daimyo or Lords who "reported" to the Shogun in Tokyo, you are referring to the policy called Sankin Kotai or alternating residence. In this system, the Lords of each domain or kingdom were required to spend alternating years in Tokyo and their home domain. This policy enabled the Tokugawa family to exert control of any Lord who might become an enemy - by keeping them close at hand in Tokyo, causing them to expend amounts of money in maintaining two major residences - Tokyo and their home domain (as well as large costs for the transit), and when the Lord returned home, the wife (or wives/concubines) and eldest son had to remain in Tokyo as a sort of "hostage". The system worked well as it kept the peace for more than 250 years.

[@RareEarthSeries]

Terry Highwell Yes, I'm aware. That's why I added the info note to the video mocking myself. It was our first video and we weren't using scripts. Much easier to misspeak and not notice until too late, unfortunately.

[@clark_cant]

Already addicted! Love the style (I suppose you'd call it cinematography? The one-take thing, plus the way the camera moves and the shots) Please continue the series. You're doing excellent, Evan! Keep rocking dude.

[@lanctermann7261]

Japan is an exceptional place, has an exceptional culture, which I hope endures beyond the current population crash. I lived there for five years, loved being there.

[@chokkan7]

When I lived in Japan, my Japanese colleagues at my first company presented me with a slender volume of 'The 47 Ronin', telling me that it personified the soul of Japan. When I finished it, I worried that I was dealing with a nation of sociopaths. Needless to say, I preferred your take on the subject...

[@harkostroef]

I would love to make an intro with some of my analog synths, a very short but professional intro to these marvelous video's.

[@harkostroef]

obviously for free

[@evanhadfield]

Harold Struik Evan at chrishadfield.ca - always happy to see fan content!

[@MichaelSteeves]

Evan, You've got a great on-screen presence and are a great story teller. Keep it up! A fascinating story that makes me want to hear more from your travels. p.s. the end credits are awesome!

[@Eli-234]

One of the best videos I've seen in a while.

[@123BoringPerson]

Watch out Dr.Muller, there's a new host in town!

[@confusedwhale]

I heart me some dry heaving. Solid form.

[@jasonsmith384]

Without reading off or cards or a teleprompter and in one continuous shot - truly impressive, and with such superlative content.

[@RobinHood-hu3jp]

Great story very well told, looking forward to the future instalments.

[@AndyValdiv]

I have seen this over 15 times in the last couple years and still brings me to tears. Thank you🙏❤️

[@northofthewall-yx4cz]

thank you. you brought us to the point of seeing the spirit of the warriors who sacrificed, what they held true in their hearts, not many would have been able to see this nor understand it, I thank you again.

[@andrewcarlyle4779]

Excellent video and touches on something that still resonates through history at various times where people stand up, and potentially sacrifice themselves against injustice in their world. Looking forward to, hopefully, many more to come.

[@agnivamaiti1202]

আমি আশা করি যে একদিন আমরা বাঙালিরাও জাপানিদের মতো আমাদের ইতিহাসে গর্ব অনুভব করার ক্ষমতা রাখব। 🇮🇳🇯🇵

[@vaderbuckeye36]

Kind of reminds me of the Alamo, but not as exploited for tourism

[@johndean7370]

What a great video. So well done. I could not stop watching it, and I really felt I learned something new. A wonderful beginning for the series. I cannot wait until the next video is released.

[@GianmarcoGarau]

I really love your videos... it's unbelievable how deep and incredibly important some place is. Thank you for your wonderful work.

[@candamorgan]

Wow - loved it, and i even watched till the end ;) Congrats on the one take too. I think this is going to be a great body of work and gives a contemporary perspective (of my generation...ish) on some great history and culture, at least if first ep is anything to go by. Maybe the disclaimer in the credits (nicely done!) could form a recurring sign-off for the videos - e.g. "...but don't take my word for it, go find out for yourself"?

[@MrTwenty20video]

Great history lesson and presentation. It was also an excellent example of principles and ethics. Thank you.

[@AccidentalSailorGirl]

Truth is more than history. Amazing intro... :)

[@creatrixcorvusarts876]

Thank you for sharing this with us. What an incredible story.

[@akashrishi2214]

Man I know this legend already but showing the actual place in long shot and your storytelling is outstanding! This is SO GOOD, thanks for doing this 👏

[@Bloodreign137]

I’d die for my wife and child but this is just something else. Thank you for sharing this story. I found the channel a few weeks ago and have loved catching up on everything

[@246spyder]

The movie was/is very good. It also is about loyalty. You must see the films of Akira Kurosawa........ He can be called the Stanley Kubrick of Japan. Check out his films and you will be wanting more of them and him. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHqbkpmsfc55hJo

[@Marco-pz1cs]

Lol! "Kevin! Kevin! Wake up!" Kevin says "blah blah jet lag" what his mind says "damn these duck downing quilts and pillows are amazing! This is how to sleep!" Hahaha 🤣

[@dkevans]

Bushidō (武士道, "the way of warriors") is a Japanese collective term for the many codes of honour and ideals that dictated the samurai way of life. While the code does derive from Neo-Confucianism in the Edo period (1600-1878), it is also influenced by Shinto and Zen Buddhism.

[@reevomd8056]

After vacationing in Tokyo, Osaka, and Tohoku (Aomori, Akita, and Hirosaki) this past spring, this story, along with the story of Hachiko and the Koshien baseball tournament, epitomize the Japanese spirit.

[@pavelow235]

New subscriber your videos seem interesting I'll try to work through all your rare Earth videos sounds like the pandemic really destroyed your content production but hopefully post pandemic you can get back to it with even more videos.

[@hedgehog3180]

You say you're part Italian so like have you completely forgotten about the Roman Empire? They also had an incredibly deep feeling of duty and valued it and martial prowess over every thing. I mean the Romans were the people who lost army after army and would keep fighting, never giving up until a total defeat was upon them.

[@markletts2000]

Brilliant ,again,I've come to expect nothing less from this guy and everytime,so far I've left a little more informed,( the one on Cuba,left me speechless,)👍👏TY M England