💈 You’ll Want To Try This Nostalgic 80+ Year Old Japanese Barbershop | Trim, Shave & Head Massage

Mr. Shuji’s eclectic barbershop is truly unique 💈 His family opened the shop more than 80 years ago when they moved to Takayama during WWII. Mr. Shuji was born in Takayama. He is 77 years old and has been barbering for over 60 years.
Mr. Shuij is such a fun and energetic person ❤️ He did share with us his diet and exercise regime that keeps him healthy and fit!
His mom and dad worked as barbers, and he really loved the atmosphere of their shop while growing up 😊
At a young age, he began collecting things. He recalls being interested in the dish his grandmother’s dog ate from. He liked it so much he asked if he could have it. The family thought it was a silly request, but they gave it to him and he kept it in his bedroom.
During his childhood, he remembers being poor and his family having hardships. Since they couldn't afford to buy things, he would receive items from people and fix them to play with. He also collected rocks he found in the mountain and rivers ⛰️
When he was younger, he came across this piece of wood while swimming in the river. He was drawn to it because he thought it resembled a crane.
Hanging inside the shop you’ll see his collections of colorful wall pocket vases, and on display are vintage cameras and advertising memorabilia (cutouts of celebrities).
Above the mirror on the wall is this amazing dragon he hand made with plaster 👨🏼‍🎨 It was sculpted directly onto the wall and took three months to complete.
With Mr. Shuji’s collections, it all made sense to hear that the nostalgic retro museum in town is his creation! 👉🏼 showakan.jp/takayama/
Also, he has honey for sale at the local farmer’s market 🍯
✨ Mr. Shuji’s life advice is, “Be cheerful; don’t fret about things.”
▶ Watch more of our videos from Japan👇🏼
• 💈 Dazzling Ducktail Ha...
S P E C I A L T H A N K S
Shuji Kobayashi, Barber & Owner
Bunsuke Barbershop
77-2 Shimoichinomachi,
Takayama, Gifu 506-0843,
Japan
Miki Hashimoto, Local Guide, who helped us with the interpretation!👇🏼
www.takayama-guide.com
************
F T C D I S C L A I M E R:
Some links shared in this description box may be affiliate links which means if you use those links I may get compensation from the companies at no cost to you. We use any money earned to produce new video and blog content to share. Thank you for your support.
************
Thank you so much for stopping by and watching!
▶ How the journey of visiting barbershops around the world began: www.haircutharry.com/about/ho...
▶ Stories behind our most popular videos:
haircutharry.com/our-most-pop...
T H A N K Y O U ❤
A special thank you to all of our Patreons for helping us to create our content!
▶ Become a Patreon supporter too!
/ haircutharry
************
E Q U I P M E N T:
Our current gear and the logic: www.haircutharry.com/our-came...
C A M E R A S:
PRIMARY CAMERA
haircutharry.com/ACamara
PRIMARY LENS (FILMING)
haircutharry.com/PLens
GIMBAL
haircutharry.com/Gimbal
2ND CAMERA
haircutharry.com/BCamara
2ND CAMERA LENS
haircutharry.com/BLens
TRAVEL TRIPOD
haircutharry.com/TravelTripod
MONOPOD
haircutharry.com/monopod
A U D I O:
BOOM MICROPHONE
haircutharry.com/BoomMic
WIRELESS LAV MIC
haircutharry.com/WLMic
SMART PHONE LAV MIC
haircutharry.com/PhoneLav
AUDIO RECORDER
haircutharry.com/AudioRecorder
PRIMARY PHOTOGRAPHY LENS
haircutharry.com/GotoPhotoLens
CAMERA BAG
haircutharry.com/CameraBag
************
B L O G: haircutharry.com
I N S T A G R A M: / haircutharry
F A C E B O O K: / haircutharry
T W I T T E R: / haircutharry
P I N T E R E S T: / haircutharry
************
#haircutharry #haircutharryjapan

[@HairCutHarry]

It was awesome to meet Mr. Shuji! He is such an energetic and fun person 😊 He also knows Mr. Kajikawa from the Barbershop Museum in Misasa 💈🙌🏼 In case you have missed any of the videos we filmed in Japan, you can watch them here👇🏼 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKKtn35_oN6Fhpo

[@luism3866]

Great video!!! Also can anybody help me, I’m trying to figure out what kind of razor the barber is using the second time. Not the straight blade but the one that’s looks like a regular modern razor but with a different handle. Trying to buy it can anybody help me find it or what it’s called?

[@winstinwin7650]

The people in the background did an awesome job of standing still during the filming lol

[@HairCutHarry]

They sure did; they have a lot of practice 😂

[@Roller_Ghoster]

Nothing beats Japanese or Korean barbers on the ASMR sleepiness and relaxation scale.

[@hazbutler]

Agreed. I wish ASMR Japan would fire up again.

[@royaltee5896]

@@hazbutlerI miss wolfbarber and barber88

[@UltraVioletMilk]

Except Otto's barbershop

[@victorbostitch2294]

Turkish Barbers like Munur Onkan are top tier too imo

[@user-if1zw5ri8k]

​@@UltraVioletMilkjapanese mom 😅

[@Buddylove8826]

Over the years I’ve watched your videos, and from someone who honestly didn’t know what asmr even stood for, to now fully understanding and using your videos to really unwind, I thank you, and hope for many more videos to come so that I may sleep easy at night. 🙏

[@vazzer18]

It’s a very different ASMR community vs the roleplay ASMR. And even the barber ASMR community has its not great side, especially as it’s grown more popular. Harry is one of the few who has only gotten better over the years while staying consistent in his content.

[@statesmancomics7284]

i like that he didnt just do a whole face clean shave but added a style to the face. it looks good.

[@walter9724]

He dresses very differently than most older men in Japan. I love his shop. Lots to look at 👍

[@UBERJAVS]

Something that I'm finding that I enjoy more and more is the activity with water, towels, brushes, etc. The sounds are great, but just seeing how these folks work is interesting and sometimes fascinating.

[@chris-cole]

My Shuji sure is a fascinating character, I bet you wish you had even more time for him when listening to his stories and philosophy. This is why I simply adore Japan. I must visit!!!!!

[@UnlimitedUtopia]

Yours? He's mine

[@randomdanishman]

Harry bringing the good vibes and relaxation once again

[@HairCutHarry]

💈🙌🏼❤️

[@aa-kh9ex]

77?! He moves like someone half his age. Is this what happens when you do a job you love?

[@workoutlui]

The best barber in terms of scissor skills so far. A true “Masutā” at his craft. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@JasonRuppVlog]

Lets do this!! Thumbs up!! 👍👍 I enjoyed the behind the scenes clip of this on your IG too.

[@HairCutHarry]

Thank you Jason 🙏🏼 Mr. Shuji is awesome and so much fun!

[@reviewsbyChase]

You watch fast

[@puusycat]

Japanese craftsmanship ist something extraordinary. They are dead on focused at anything they’re doing and it’s something that never seizes to amaze me. Great video Harry, as always ! Thank you

[@stevenfrost6441]

What an interesting barber and unique shop! I am really appreciating this Japanese tour Harry! Stay Safe my Friend! ♥👏

[@quaverflava3639]

What an awesome service. Respect to him ❤

[@theobromaKKO]

We went there two months ago and Mr Shuji was awesome!! Haircut was great and only 1500 yen. He told us stories and played a TV show he was a part of from an old VCR tape, that featured his history which seemed very much intertwined with the history of Takayama. Definitely a surprising highlight of the trip!!

[@kellyk209]

Hair cut harry, you are simply the best at finding these unique amazing people and their shops! You never disappoint…… so relaxing 😌

[@transmaster]

I remember the distinctive smell of the soap my maternal grandfather used in his shaving cup. I finally realized what it was, pine tar soap. I got some and I can see why he used it this has to be the best shaving soap I have ever used, and I love it smell.

[@OMGpandemic]

Pure relaxation. Thanks Harry, you're the best!

[@transmaster]

That Kewpie doll is an antique just about worth its weight in gold.

[@kag2306]

Just looking at the eyes, do they look like they’re made of glass or painted!

[@qnximg]

Wow, he has something special, his energy is awesome. Great professional, he has become one of my favorite barbers instantly.

[@Ben_Mdws]

Such a well made video - the sound and editing is just brilliant. Also a pleasure to watch Mr Shuji at work. Can’t wait for your Barber88 video either!

[@ramendragon3628]

And the Japan tour continues with more awesomeness!

[@alfredome1493]

He's never alone!

[@RobertNES816]

One of the things that always blows my mind is how Barbers use such a thin lather and always have a perfect shave!

[@rsax04]

Another amazing hardworking barber who is an inspiration to us all. Thank you for sharing

[@michaeldonohue9760]

What a professional!

[@CohibaIII]

First time I've seen Harry not get a full shave! Barber improvisation?

[@jacobfox4692]

Why are these videos so darn relaxing, it’s like getting a message for your brain.

[@HairCutHarry]

We are so glad to hear you enjoyed them 🙏🏼

[@fillebubben]

He looks way younger then 77 years old. Whatever hes doing its working! 👍🏼

[@MrFirstdance2000]

This is true tonsorial arts at its best. Based on his shop, one might think he is either a photographer or has been one in past years. Lots of great old cameras!

[@krebuu]

If I lived in Takayama Japan, 11/10 would only go to this barber.

[@deemabe719]

So relaxing and peaceful.

[@user-xg1fq1kd5i]

昭和レトロを感じるいい雰囲気のお店ですね😊

[@maxshade2935]

This gent is totally amazing.

[@pedrom1619]

Great energy from Mr. Shuji! Japan videos never disappoint!

[@seabassmastermatt80]

Very cheery vibes here all round! Very nice and unique.

[@Badonicus]

That poster of the woman distracted me the whole time....not to mention the doll....🫣. Great video tho Harry.

[@peterwilford6814]

Don’t know why but this is sending my ASMR off the scales 😊

[@hautsdefrance2972]

Coiffeur très agréable et la décoration du salon est très surprenante !

[@imacmanx8562]

Love Mr. Shuji....great experience. Love to see you do a full "scissors only" haircut video with him.

[@nicolasrsv47]

Greetings from France I'm watching your videos 😁

[@FiberOpticTTV]

Oh, thank you!!! Another perfect sleep for tonight. Have a blessed day Harry

[@HairCutHarry]

Thank you 🙏🏼 You too!

[@PeterYacono]

Amazing service.

[@JeenRsHeart]

What a pleasant surprise to see you visit Takayama, it is a beautiful old town (and delicious hida beef too!)

[@zachlile7707]

Love this guy

[@johnlind8653]

Awesome...Harry relaxed 😌

[@stefan9698]

Harry your videos always cheer me up and relax

[@HairCutHarry]

Happy to hear that!

[@ericbana191]

What a beautifully peculiar shop. Another awesome video.

[@rickwilliamson1865]

Delightfully eccentric barber and shop. He is the Angel Delgadillo of Japan.

[@dawidwojcik659]

Witaj Harry! Kolejny wspaniały film, oraz kolejny niesamowity mistrz! Wszystkiego dobrego!

[@nadeeyaaridza1684]

Wow what language is that?

[@dawidwojcik659]

@@nadeeyaaridza1684 Poland

[@ManieQ2115]

Its Polish@@nadeeyaaridza1684

[@michazielinski9638]

Polish 😃

[@hsidder]

Master at work.

[@richardjlloyd1]

I'm watching on my phone so its a bit small and for first 20 seconds i thought "wow that lady is really keen" in the background. I then realised it was a cut-out

[@rafael3787]

Incredible video as usual, greetings from France!

[@vuldemir]

Time after time, the same image, on this planet, that there are no masters left who would do something original

[@Hipster1276]

Yeah ! Always a pleasure!

[@HairCutHarry]

Thanks for watching the new video with Mr. Shuji! 🙌🏼💈

[@Funkopopsstorewalkthroughsunbo]

Always love your hair cut videos Harry I really enjoy them I think your a lovely person also

[@HairCutHarry]

Appreciate that - glad you like the videos! Hope you are doing well :)

[@vamp9713]

I been to this shop haha! Really funny guy and helpful afterwards with showing us the best spots for the local festival! Can’t beat it for only 1500 yen ($10)

[@HairCutHarry]

That’s awesome!

[@travelingdude33914]

Great video like always, awesome barber cleaning up the hair before the shave

[@limitedmark]

Always a great video experience and worth the wait. You have the best diversity and quality in you content .

[@HairCutHarry]

Thanks so much for your comment - we appreciate it 🙏🏼

[@jediorder88]

Perfect thing when trying to sleep while im sick.

[@stefak5268]

Love and peace ❤️

[@martinponce6495]

He knows all about that old school powder puff towel technique!

[@Botoburst]

Great story about Mr Shuij. Sorry if misspelled.

[@markmichalski4699]

Great new video love these!

[@hakanhasancebi1178]

Mr. Shuji 👏👏👍👍

[@invincibleluis]

Hell yeah, another good one

[@masonelginnewbrough4114]

Loool, man the cut outs of people were tripping me out. I was like damn these people are really excited to see Harry get a haircut.😂

[@KennethJLave]

Man, I'm really digging that fedora hat he's wearing. It's sharp looking!

[@desolladoxipe]

This one will hit a million very soon.

[@HairCutHarry]

We hope so 🙌🏼

[@DIYTutorialGuy]

Harry, as a YT creator, I have really enjoyed watching your cinematography progress! The video and audio quality are top-notch and inspiring. While my content is not the same as yours, there’s a lot to be learned from watching your videos!

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Fantastic 😊🙏🏾

[@conwsal]

crazyyy relaxing, with such a beautiful shop too! it looks like it was a great time; I hope you’ve been doing well harry!

[@QueenJaneway]

There's a very nice shop in Copenhagen which sells koi wall vases like those here! It's called Ohayo.

[@HairCutHarry]

That’s so cool! We enjoyed seeing the collection of Koi wall vases hanging in Mr. Shuji’s shop 💈❤️

[@chrislewis6488]

Yaay a new Haircut Harry video right at nap time 😂

[@HairCutHarry]

Hope you enjoy it 😴💤

[@klausbauer1533]

That Style of beard looks Great on you

[@desolladoxipe]

Thanks!

[@HairCutHarry]

We appreciate your support - thank you Carlos!

[@UCONN_HUSKIES]

Goodnight 😴

[@HairCutHarry]

😴💤

[@sandalhq]

I think for the sake of my health you should share Mr. Shuji's exercise and diet regime. It seems to work.

[@Steryon91]

An amazing video, and lovely experience you had. i recently visited one of the locations in Athens, Greece. Joy's Birth Barbershop. because i saw your video from there. was a great experience.

[@HairCutHarry]

That’s great to hear! Glad you got to visit Joy’s Birth Barbershop - they are awesome 💈❤️

[@gtfoshea]

your a good sport on this one Harry,

[@hamidfrisor]

The best

[@samir5118]

Thanks 👍 I appreciate

[@HairCutHarry]

It’s our pleasure! Thank you for watching & commenting 🙏🏼

[@VIY10000]

cool interior

[@markfizz2012]

Oh yes H!! Stunningly beautiful and relaxing 😌❤

[@evan.elliott3175]

just in time!

[@HairCutHarry]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@itsblu3314]

You can tell this man is a Professional!

[@Delijooo]

One of the few barbers in the Japan that doesn't use that moist rug for cleaning the razer. That rug is a bacteria heaven.

[@rickonnye2001]

Great video 😊thank you

[@HairCutHarry]

Thanks for watching! We had a great time meeting Mr. Shuji - he is such a fun person 💈🙌🏼

[@RJC10101]

Lovely video H ❤

[@khalilasbro]

His setup reminds me of the "Polite Barber" in Pheonix AZ.

[@Asgharbarbershop]

Wow very cool 😎❤

[@alihairdresser]

Good job ❤❤

[@BarbershopReviews]

Another amazing one!!

[@HairCutHarry]

Glad you liked it :) How are things going with you? Saw that you are in India!

[@BarbershopReviews]

@@HairCutHarry Hey Harry! Yea, going well! Yes, we were recently in Mumbai and Delhi. Was fortunate enough to connect with Truefitt and get in to video a service! It was amazing! Next trip we are planning to go the exact way and do one of the roadside shops instead. How are you doing? Been in Japan alot it seems? Back in the states anytime soon?

[@HairCutHarry]

That’s awesome - glad you had an amazing time at Truefitt & Hill! 💈🙌🏼 Hope you enjoyed your travels in India! We are back in the US now :)

[@BarbershopReviews]

@@HairCutHarry I was happy to visit again, wife enjoyed her time, but said it probably wont be the top 10 places to visit again in a while... We are looking at maybe Dubai next time, for international travels at least. If you are ever near the southwest area again, would enjoy meeting up. Maybe we can make it happen after these what, 4 years of trying... HAHA! Glad you are back to the US for now. Where are your next travels going to be?

[@SS-ve7tt]

I'm not sure what's more impressive, the actual video, or that this dudes over 80 and movin and groovin like he's half his age.

[@gerdglatthaar406]

Not quiet, he is 77! But nevertheless impressive, how much younger he appears.

[@billestep6804]

I like Japan I was stationed in Okinawa and mainland Japan in the 80s.

[@NikhilSingh-oi3yg]

Hey Harry good to see you with a new video. Hope you are doing good. Can you please do a video with Matt barber, luna barber, it will be awesome to see them again.

[@Jnort52]

Comfortable sir is still the goat

[@doob-]

Thank you haircut harry

[@Dflizzle]

Off-topic, but all of the assorted faces in the background are insane and I keep honing in on each one lmaoooo

[@Dflizzle]

Even down to the armless baby thing??? Love that guy