Why My Taiwanese Friend is Leaving Singapore

My Taiwanese friend James is leaving Singapore after living here for a little over a year. What is the reason? What's his plans? What did he like / not like about Singapore and what will he miss? I asked him everything in this video.
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[@danishrusdi]

Wishing James all the best for his future endeavours.

[@paecpc]

Honestly, felt a tinge of sadness to learn James is leaving Singapore, but I guess if you want to explore the world, then it is good that you do it when you’re young, cause once time passes , you certainly can’t turn back the clock. Wishing James all the best in his future endeavours.

[@user-br3sp9fp2u]

優しいジェームズさんが居なくなると寂しくなりますね。 日本に来て、良かったと思ってくれるよう、切に願っています。

[@user-gh7co2yp2n]

ジェームス君はやりたいことに向かってどんどん進んでいくタイプだね。ジブおじと一緒だね。すばらしいよ。 もし日本の生活が合わなくても良い経験になるし、また次の国にいけばいいもんね。何も問題ない

[@Rei-cd6mw]

ジェームス君がシンガポールを去ってしまうのは寂しいです。 でも日本に来るのは大歓迎！ いつかジブおじさんがジェームス君に会いに行って動画を撮って下さい！

[@mm-eu3bg]

I, as a Japanese, am worried that James will be disappointed in Japan🥺 Food is nice, but working in Japan is sometimes not so good. I hope he'll make nice friends there and enjoy his life.

[@recklessdrivinginsingapore]

The "gai-jin" culture is still strong, I hear.

[@sdqsdq6274]

thats what happen when one get into japanese anime and stuffs

[@unkniwdead3516]

James is definitely going to miss SG foods and multi racial cultures😀

[@musiquemonde]

@@unkniwdead3516 think you r right. Singapore is multicultural n accepting. He speaks perfect English. He should stay.

[@magicayu]

There's more affordable chinese restaurants here in sg that the both have not find yet! =(

[@patilla_r]

ジェームスがんばって！ こういう状況下でも諦めずにチャレンジできるのは素晴らしいことだと思う！Enjoy your life, James!

[@user-dp3qn5ms5e]

ジブオジさみしくなりますね💦 北海道から２人でライブ配信される事を楽しみにしてます♬ ジェームス君、頑張って！！

[@user-ii1tg2em2x]

日本に来るのならばいつか会えるかなぁ…ジェームズさん日本でも頑張ってください☺️✨✨✨

[@chill3808]

James is all about enjoying and exploring life, all the best and you will get there 💪

[@psoon04286]

I was of the impression that James have been living/working in Singapore much longer than a year. Too bad that his memory of Singapore is mostly during the lockdowns of 2020. Wish you all the best.

[@shan2lu]

Keep in touch, James! And all the best!!

[@unkniwdead3516]

Ghib, though you may miss your only Taiwanese friend seeking greener pastures in Hokkaido but, u have successfully make many new friends, be it locals, overseas or your Bangladesh bro in SG. Looking on the brighter note, u r going to settle down at your new home soon to begin your own family life. Shitakke to James. All the best to him. Chow chow...

[@lankanmalay]

One of the best parts of your vlogs is also seeing the people you meet. It's as if I'm meeting them myself. Hopefully James is living out his dreams.

[@charmainechu8461]

Wow Ghib-San, what a lovely video.. love the humor, the friendship and how you and James are able to be so honest and raw with each other and with us. Great friendship :) thank you for sharing !

[@appl2597]

I'm in awe listening to James talked about going to Alaska to work in a fish cannery, using the money earned to study in Japan? I have so much respect for youngsters who knows what they want and worked hard to improve themselves.

[@mo-yj5nt]

So informative! I could know about SG, JPN & TWN by watching this video ✌️

[@Comicsiao]

Gonna miss you James. Have fun!

[@asuranrocks]

ooooh i'm so happy for james! japan is a great experience

[@kenfan5666]

James, if you havent already bought your ticket to Alaska, don't. I did that when I was in college. If your plan is to make money, save, and go back to Japan your going to be disappointed. The cost to get to Alaska, buy camping gear (I'm assuming you are going to live in a tent city) and then survive on decent food is expensive. Almost all fresh food is imported from "the lower 48" states. The cost can be more than double. The reason why the pay is so good isn't just because of the high cost of living but because of the dangerous conditions and the crappy weather. It's hard to attract anyone sane to do dangerous shitty work. Most of the tent cities are full of drug addicts, homeless, fugitives, and college kids. So if you are going to party, or you want to disappear, you can expect to do so there. Alaska attracts a lot of southerners too. Texans, etc. So expect a lot of racism. During this period of covid19 you should be much more cautious. Lastly, before I get into the positive stuff, there's a lot of competition for work. Most of the canneries don't pay much but the fishing companies, independent boats, docks do. Problem is that most of the small boat companies have crew returning from prior seasons. I would suggest you go to Alaska to travel and spend your money. It's beautiful there. Meet some native Alaskans/Tribal people. They are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. I had one of the best adventures of my life there. But i also almost died four times. Once before the fishing season I was too lazy to boil the water while hiking. It's called beaver fever for a reason. I had "the runs" for almost three weeks. Another time I was mock charged by a moose. And once I fell off a skiff and got hypothermia but the water was too rough to go back to shore right away. Always carry bear spray/preferably a gun( .44 magnum or larger), travel with two people and let people know where and when you're going and returning. Wear bear bells when you hike. Carry a lot of 1st aid and tampons to stop bleeding. And follow the rules at camp sites. When I went up in 1992 I was an idiot. I was going because I thought I got a girl pregnant and I needed to make a lot of money fast. It ended up that the kid wasn't mine...but that's another story. Anyway, at the end of the season I went hiking by myself. I had about $1,000 worth of gear which was a lot of money back then and I ended up at a camp ground near Denali Nat'l park. I cooked dinner, ate, but didn't store my food in a bear proof box or 50 meters away. Instead I kept it with me. That night I ended up spending the better part of the night freezing my ass off under a picnic table/bench watching a bear tear through my tent, pack, and down jacket, eat my left overs and other supplies. Even after the bear left I stayed under the table because it was dark and I was afraid the bear was still nearby. Even though I wasn't harmed physically, I consider this a near death experience. Boil all your drinking water. I got ghirardia because I thought the water was too cold for any bacteria to live in it. Carry some sterilizing tablets too. Otherwise you'll end up spending a lot of time running to the toilet or woods. Back then the doctors visits were onlyabout $200 plus meds. It's called flagl(sp?). Lastly, wild animals are not going to let you pet them. Even if they look friendly don't go up to them. Especially moose. Your money is better spent hiring a japanese exchange student tutor from Cheng Da or Tai Da and then going to Japan after you've saved more money. Alaska is really one of the most beautiful places youll ever visit. It would be a terrible shame to only spend time working. You could easily spend years there hiking, fishing, hunting, taking pictures of awesome scenery and most impotantly getting to know the Tribal people. Happy Travels. Stay Safe, Be Well, God Bless.

[@user-ko8wv2hq9u]

こんな知的な台湾人ジェームスさん、来日大歓迎❗

[@cds327131]

I feel the same as James, that's why I moved to japan from sg. Although experience is really subjective, I have really high expectations for Japan, but I could say life here is even better than I've expected. Without knowing anyone in Tokyo, I have received tremendous help from many many people, especially during this pandemic, including financial/housing, etc. Through these amazing experiences, I felt like I should give back to society, so I joined the local community and volunteered at the fire station. This is something I have never thought of when I was in Singapore. I think as long as you respect the culture and are willing to adapt to it( like learning Keigo/礼儀作法 and the logic behind them), you will start to feel the inclusiveness of Japanese society. If you are an introvert Japan is probably the most relaxed place on earth.

[@UhOhStinky.]

The 2 of you are just birds of a feather. Nice video once again. And best of luck to you James!

[@xxl5712]

Well said.

[@junwei.23]

honestly, its good to explore the world while you're young, being able to take the first step and move to Japan is a good thing. Japan may not be sunshine and rainbows like they portray in shows and anime but It's good to be able to stay in a place where most of your interests lies.

[@dennistani1986]

Great point about traveling when your young!!! In reference to your sunshine and rainbows comment, please tell me what PLACE ON EARTH THAT IS ALL SUNSHINE AND RAINBOWS, because I will move there.

[@junwei.23]

@@dennistani1986 AHAHAH most probably iceland or somewhere really peaceful like Alaska.

[@relishxylitol]

Words of the day.

[@musiquemonde]

I enjoyed beautiful Hokkaido from watching a Ghib.s travel shows.

[@jennifer-oc6io]

Taxes r high in Japan, it’s a homogeneous society which does not welcome foreigners like singapore does, 4 seasons means high expenditures on winter wears, his future generations will have problems speaking English if he settles in there. I have lived in Europe for a decade as a Singaporean, I know he will miss singapore when he realizes that reality bites

[@jaded1122]

i think james should start his own channel documenting his life, i am sure people will be interested. good luck

[@miyazakihiroshi2548]

日本に移住すんのやったら神戸がお薦めかな？昔から外国人もぎょうさん住んでるしチャイナタウンもあるからね～それに何よりもお洒落やし食事も最高や👍

[@Wendy-jt1ln]

Wow James is so adventures. I would like to watch his video canning fish in Alsaka!! And also how he settle in Hokkaido!!

[@kaori8441]

日本に住む予定なんですね！ ジェームスくんが、日本を気に入ってくれるといいなと思います😊

[@thereisnoaddress]

We’re gonna miss James! Hope Japan’s borders will open this year for when James wants to move there. Best of luck and you guys should meet up in Japan in the future!

[@user-mr1ie1xu4z]

ジェームスくんのファンだったので、なんか私まで友だちが引っ越してしまう感覚🤣。 結局、彼は旅人なのですねー❗️ 日本に来られることは大歓迎✨✨。 どこに住むのかな⁇ でも、もうおじさんの動画に登場することは殆どないんだろうな。寂しいなあ😭。2人のやりとりが大好きでした❤️。 残りの時間、沢山彼を出して下さい♪。

[@sktokyo9457]

All the best in your next chapter of life, James! Japan will be pretty different compared to Taiwan or Singapore, but then again, there’s no perfect country, so might as well enjoy the change. Stay safe in Alaska as well!

[@j_beauty_1732]

したっけね～、James! I'm glad that you'll come to Japan!

[@princessyuuka777]

若いうちにいろんな経験をするのはいいことです！素晴らしい👍頑張って💪🏻

[@ellies2107]

I have lived in Hokkaido for 10 years since I was a student. There is a great place and I really hope he can move there and enjoy his new life😊

[@sssis]

Hi James! Very honestly best fresh seafood can be found the most in Tokyo! I personally recommend you Kanazawa or Toyama to find high quality seafood and interesting culture.

[@user-es9tj4co2w]

ジェームズくんひさしぶり！夏～秋ごろには北海道ライフたのしめるといいね！ ジブおじさんめっちゃさみしそうだ～🥺

[@41yossy77]

Welcome to Japan!!!

[@hitomikusanagi]

It’s my dream to live in Japan for a year. All the best James

[@kuroyagishiroyagi9645]

日本に来る日を楽しみにしてます♪

[@yoonlee8616]

Jamesさんの気持ち理解できます😊 わたしもいつか日本に住んで働いてみたいです😌　 Jamesさんがんばって！

[@sunny6692]

Wish u all the best James! Like your honest opinions👍👍👍 You are a cool, educated, grateful and well mannered young man and I m sure u will be successful wherever u go.

[@eco2hk774]

James, good that you know what you want in life: working in Alaska and then learning Japanese in Hokkaido. After spending 1.5 years in Singapore, my family and I are thinking of leaving too. Wish you the best of luck!

[@user-rx1zo1iw6w]

Hi, Ghib Ojisan, long time no see. I know you have a good time at singapore. By the way, when James come to Hokkaido tokachi, he can stay my home a few days, if he want. or I can be a help for James @ Hokkaido. so please tell him, about this idea. see you.

[@phng8316]

So nice of u!!!bravo!!👏👏👍👍

[@GhibOjisan]

Thanks Morisan! I'll let him know😁

[@1lindaoda]

my husband has a dream living in bali🇮🇩❤️and we are bought a house there already.we love japan coz my sons are here&we like to spend our last day in bali coz that my country.and we like to visit singapore coz thats where my sons were born❤️バリに来てください。食べ物も見る物も沢山ありすぎるぐらいですよ🇮🇩❤️👍😍ところでGHIB san 英語とっても上手ですねー👍

[@vidtrax662]

Good posting and all the best to James. Taiwan is also a beautiful country from my experience being there. And the Japanese host command of English deserves high appraisal. Well done!

[@geekroute]

all the best James!

[@apga1998]

Both James and Ghib speak perfect English, and their accents sound as if they spent many years in the US. Can you explain?

[@commieskungflu1635]

Both countries teach and use American version of English

[@sarahchan4807]

Would really also like to have an update on your blangadeshi friend, Ghib san. Sorry that James might be leaving!

[@ylein6508]

Big contrast on the food portions on your friend’s tray versus your food tray 🤣

[@ianb13]

We are definitely going to miss James. Hope he will do well in Japan.

[@Towkeeyoh]

I laughed out loud at the part Ghib asked James to choose a parting gift.

[@chibigorilla2012]

頑張ってほしいですね！　北海道、行きたくなってきた。

[@sachiko9146]

ジェームズさん、日本語上手ですね！素晴らしい😃 あら…シンガポールを去ってしまうんですね。でも、日本に来てくれるのはとっても嬉しいです！ 気に入ってもらえるといいな〜。

[@typweeb]

Watching this vid just makes me understand how good hawkers are for us

[@fortrd1111]

ジェームスが見れなくなるのは寂しいな(>_

[@user-qb5yh7et8z]

めっちゃ日本語上手い！ ジェームズさん！

[@beginnerfx1784]

We're waiting for his update

[@siokwoonyap]

Many people like Japan as tourists visiting the country. Things will be totally different once you start working there. I'm sure Ghib san understands what I mean 😅

[@lyhthegreat]

you know what's worse than working in japan? That's living in singapore and working in a company that has a work culture like japan.

[@phng8316]

@@lyhthegreat very simple...just change Job..lor...no big deal..

[@DenisKoh]

@@lyhthegreat what about working in Japan, in a Singaporean company with Japanese culture?

[@joytotheworldddd]

I’m working in a Japanese. Company as a singaporean. I can say luckily my boss is more localised now haha. But what is the main different working in Japan than Singapore culture though? Keen to explain more?

[@lyhthegreat]

@@joytotheworldddd i think the most obvious difference is that you don't get to clear all your leaves unlike in singapore.

[@takujadebun]

Hi James, I do recommend you to come to Toyama(富山) you can enjoy seafood probably more than Hokkaido. Anyway, I cross my fingers for you succces!

[@user-iq1cu8fq4h]

WELCOME TO JAPAN !🇯🇵

[@miaomiao07]

Your friend seems like he wants to move around first. Since there is something he likes then should pursue while young and able. All the best

[@donoui101]

Sorry to hear u leaving Singapore, but I am sure u will enjoy exploring the World and living life the way u want to! Life is not just about getting comfortable and earn big money. U will have so many stories to tell in future

[@dannysoh9467]

awesome share and man i miss Hokkaido!

[@ajisai9]

James君は新しいチャレンジですね。 日本はとてもいい国で、住みやすいです。 きっと楽しく過ごせると思います。 日本語頑張って下さい！

[@kornhead8]

All the best James. Its gd to work & learn cultures at same time 😂

[@yukikosg]

I wanted you to say that the most thing I`ll miss in Singapore is you Ghib. Anyway see you somewhere in Japan. Good luck!!!!!!!!

[@michaelseet3779]

Good luck James..Ghib san do a video with James and your Bangala bro

[@kemmochi3]

アラスカから北海道、一気に寒いところや！ にしても行動力あるな～。

[@foxyJpn]

Hi Gibu-san James-san, konnnichiwa いやーまさか北海道に来る予定とは、、想像の斜め上行ってましたね。ジェームス君がシンガポール離れるのはなんか寂しいですが、日本にこれたら美味しい食事食べて欲しいです。（コロナ終息してるといいなあ）また出発前に動画でジェームス君にお会いしたいと思いますので、ジブおじさんおねがいします！(＿ ＿)　へばね〜（またね〜）

[@user-kf9xm3js3y]

リトルインディアで食べたマトンビリアーニが美味しかったです🥰

[@user-mx9xq4yh2p]

2人動画が大好きでした。😭 寂しい。

[@jonathanfilmer9875]

I’ve been going to Jaggi’s for over 15 years. It’s a very good and reasonably priced Punjabi restaurant, but no frills as you experienced, yet immensely satisfying. You should have the chicken tikka instead of the tandoori if you like it moist. Personal faves include; kheema (mince lamb), lamb chop (Saturday’s), mutton and chicken biryani (not quite the Hyderabad style, but very nice), aloo gobi (cauliflower and potato). Try out 2 veggies and 2 meats next time, and ask for the mango lassi (drink)

[@RilaQma]

Most Taiwanese love Japan . I think we are very influenced by Japanese culture . Not long ago my grandma grandpa spoke Japanese as official language. However I found out to love Japan and really living there are very different. The real Japanese culture which makes me feel a bit hard to get used to. Especially friendship part. Very hard to really be their friends. Japanese still love to have their own Japanese circle. Unlike Taiwanese. Taiwanese is more open to everyone. Very friendly can be a scary too. Not all people can get used to super friendly Taiwanese. My Japanese friend was shocked when I showered her with lots of presents I brought back from Taiwan or even from Japan. Hokkaido is very cold in winter. Good luck! I think you will miss Sg sun a lot . I also learn Japanese too. When I was in Japan i could improve a lot in one week. In Singapore it’s like no way to use Japanese .

[@fernanaquino2482]

You'll see a lot of Japanese influence in Taiwan

[@lasara714]

ジェームズ君、日本に来るの!?熱烈歓迎😍北海道の冬が寒すぎたら是非大阪に来てください😊大阪も食べ物おいしいですよ😋🍴💕

[@Yuuki-eh2oy]

カレーうまそう。 ジェームズくんあと少しのシンガポールを楽しんで！ 日本で待ってます。 友達と離れるのはつらいなぁ

[@dhamma1989]

Hey James. please come visit Fukui prefecture while you stay in Japan. I wanna show you around the country side of Japan.

[@norikogordon7508]

インドカレーを食べているのを見て夕版にカレーを買ってこようと思いました。日本のとは違いますか私はこれも好きです。

[@boysaiueo995]

応援してる！

[@syarifahnajwa5491]

Gonna miss u James . Stay safe n take care..where ever u go. God Bless🙏

[@dreamstrue9332]

I think it's going to be a hell of a ride for your friend working fishery industry in Alaska.

[@hawkhea7527]

Sg is always a good steeping stone for foreigners. 👍🏻

[@sallylovegame]

アーカイブでジェームス越してくること知りました。嬉しいです。 でもジブおじはさみしそう。 インド人街おもしろい！安全にブラブラ美味しいものが食べられるこんな所はシンガポールしかないですよー。いいなぁ〜

[@chococ7651]

Better check the border restrictions before quitting the job. About a year ago, one of my ex-colleagues resigned in order to go to Japan for some study but then was blocked from entering Japan. She ended up changing her plan and started to look for a new job... Hopefully, all travel restrictions are lifted by that time.

[@DevinJapan]

Japan is a cool place. To James, why don't you learn software development? It's pretty good career path and salary. TBH I would stay in Singapore to make money. You can invest in the stock market with no capital gains tax right?

[@youngking4363]

At 13;18, "The New World" was originally a hotel that collapsed in 1985 due to structure overload. There were many casualties.

[@jeremy8250]

Ghib please feature James a few times more before he leaves. We'll miss him.

[@starwith90]

Hi guys ☺️ Those who see this have a nice day !!

[@sugiya2462]

James kun! Welcome to Hokkaido! My german husband think Sapporo has most welcome gaikokujin atmosphere in Japan. I hope you can good life in Hokkaido and enjoy last time in beautiful Singapore! したっけね〜！

[@user-nf4bs5ir6p]

James 一路平安

[@captain_kazu]

James, if you have any problems coming to Japan in the future, please let me know. If you are in trouble in Japan, I want to help you.

[@ruricolle]

シティボーイのジェームスくんがアラスカの缶詰工場で働くですって！！　アラスカリポートも楽しみです。日本でジブおじとジェームスくん再会の巻もいいですね。James　加油！

[@musiquemonde]

Will miss James . He seems like a really decent nice person. So well-mannered, n polite. Maybe he will return some day.

[@hataaki-cooking]

Welcome to Hokkaido!!

[@tomoxiraixi]

すぐいなくなっちゃうの？と気がかりでしたが、まだ半年近くはシンガポールにいるようで安心。 ジェームスくんがいるうちに、シンガポールで食べられる台湾料理の美味しい店が見つかったか聞いてください！（以前の動画では「まだない」と言っていたように記憶しています。）

[@user-gz6er9wz7s]

ジェームズ君 日本で待ってるね

[@cliffchoo2617]

Feel so sad but farewell James.

[@davidnhc]

Wow James it takes a lot of guts to disrupt what you are doing...and quite amazing decision and plan you are making. You gonna miss Singapore I am sure....but wish you all the best in your new endeavor and challenges. Have fun life is short.

[@vinchonghh]

Goodbye and good luck to you, from Singapore.

[@user-cc1hg4sh7e]

札幌に住んでます‼︎ ジェームズさん何か困ったら頼ってください‼︎

[@kkbaskekasumi]

「したっけ」は漫画「僕だけがいない街」にいっぱい出てきますね アニメ化されてるんでジェームスにも観てみて欲しい

[@lomont4319]

ジブさん、僕は昔何年か日本に住み1年半ぐらい前よりシンガポールで働いているフランス人です。ジブさんはシンガポールの面白いところをたくさんご存知ですね！Hey, いつか hang out しましょう !