Hearted Youtube comments on The Japan Reporter (@TheJapanReporter) channel.

  1. You can't fool me, Nobita. I'm coming to get my 3D waifu.
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  2. Imagine all the sweet memories this guy has since his daughter was just a baby. I can't even think what kind of trauma he went through when he realised that the girl in these videos is his daughter. I don't even know what to say to him.
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  3. This might be an unpopular opinion but, if you are paying taxes (income tax, not sales tax) in a country, then you have every right to criticize that country. It's not like they're living there for free, the amount of taxes they pay is probably more than most Japanese people. This is not exclusive to Japan, in most countries in Asia, you will always be seen as a "guest" if you don't look like the people there no matter how long you've been living there and paying your taxes.
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  4. He treats everyplace that he's at like home... He is ultimately disgusted at people that don't treat it like it's their home - that's why we love him
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  5. "convenience woman" is a book about a japanese woman with ASD who works at a convenience store. It's a great read, light hearted while touching on an important topic. I'd highly recommend it.
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  6. There are many "confessions" by porn stars, but it's one of a kind when it's a "confession of a Japanese dad who's daughter is a pornstar"! Thank you so much for this video!!!
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  7. Major cultural differences can be difficult, but I think if you are consuming content in a foreign language that you should of course consider the culture of the people producing it. I would never listen to a Japanese podcast and say "wow these guys seem very insincere and too passive!" if they use polite speech. Just like how our humor can come off as rude, Japanese people's indirectness and double-speak can also be interpreted as rude in societies where directness is valued.
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  8. The attitudes towards ASD in Japan aren't that far off from the west. While awareness for ASD in the west is spreading, the understanding is not. Those with autism are often looked down upon, seen as stupid, mean, emotionless, crazy, obsessive, etc. Even some families feel ashamed to have someone with autism. Numerous times I've had people tell me, "You don't seem autistic". They had an idea of what an autistic person is like and either were shocked to find out I was... or dismissed me as a liar and told me what autistic people are 'really like' when in actuality they were wrong. Worse now is that there are lawyers who try using autism as a defense for their clients, saying that autistic people aren't aware of their actions (the same excuse used to plea for insanity).
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  9. When she said "someone as useless as me" it hurt me deep inside, i just wanted to reach into my screen a give her a hug. I hope you gave her a huge hug afterwards Nobita!
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  10. "I'm glad I found God." - is indeed the perfect word to put it。Her faith is so empowering。God bless us all。
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  11. My mom was born and raised in Japan. She only moved to the States when I was born and English (is obviously) her second language. When she visited Japan for the last time before she passed away, she was no longer considered "Japanese" by Japanese people. She was "too Americanized" and her Japanese developed an "accent" from living abroad for too long. This is a woman whose friends were all fellow Japanese in America and they only spoke Japanese to each other, mostly cooked and ate Japanese food every day, rented VHS tapes of Japanese shows. and read Japanese books and magazines... and even she was no longer really Japanese to people in Japan. It's crazy.
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  12. Japan could really benefit from more open conversation between family members about uncomfortable topics. Saying this as someone married to a Japanese wife
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  13. I can't imagine what it's like to live in a society where most social interaction is based on picking up nonverbal cues instead of people just telling you things, and then having a disorder that makes it difficult to recognize nonverbal cues.
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  14. This is horrifying. I hope their relationship can be repaired.
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  15. You should get an award for this Nobita. You are under no real obligation to broadcast subjects other than entertainment but you choose to make intelligent and thought provoking videos that have relevance and great meaning. The road less traveled. You think highly of your audience and honor them with the highest quality you are able to provide; like this video. You are a noble and good man. Thank you.
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  16. “like anime, food, women, safety...” Yeah true “...and Nobita” Hmmm yep also true
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  17. StillI dislike the paparazzi culture of people filming other human being obsessively. There's an episode of Sting trying to have a normal day at the beach in Italy but having to leave because everyone was filming him which is absolutely cringe
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  18. Chris in a way is lucky to have stumbled upon Natsuki, who isn't quite your average Japanese guy to begin with, and Ryotaro, who has lived abroad in native English speaking countries for longer periods of time and has therefore learned to speak English well. Can imagine a lot of other westerners being more unfortunate in that sense.
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  19. When I was in a arcade in akihabara playing super dragon ball heroes a guy sat next to me on the other machine to play. I seen he had some cool hard sleeves for his cards and I wanted to know where he got them. So as respectfully as I could I asked in Japanese where to get those sleeves and he showed me on his phone where to get them but not only that he gave me an extra sealed pack he had. I still have that sealed pack just as a reminder of that kindness and I feel he appreciated that I at least attempted to speak Japanese. Best memory!
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  20. When she mentioned people reading up on ASD before meeting her it reminded me of a catchphrase from an unknown autistic person: If you've met one autistic person, you've met one autistic person. Autism is a spectrum disorder so the range of symptoms is so wide that you can't apply everything you've learnt about one autistic person to everybody with autism.
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  21. As someone who's never lived in Japan (as much as I wanted to), I definitely think there's a negative view of criticism in general. I think the Trash Taste guys criticize Japan because they love the country and its culture. But I also think that same culture is why you won't find Gordon Ramsey in Japanese kitchens. Criticism is seen as disrespectful. Chris also made some stuff about this relentless non-criticism, I especially remember his story about him being filmed to react to some edamame but not edamame, which were supposedly really special, but he just couldn't say anything special about them.
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  22. This video should be shown to every girl graduating from high school, whether they are from Japan or anywhere else, so that they may be able to avoid such horrible situations and people. I hope this goes super viral.
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  23. "We should get married to someone we can spend all day without feeling so much stress" That sounds like common sense, but then again... we humans aren't always so sensible 😂
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  24. Man it’s hard to be something when everyone else is something else. Respect for her.
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  25. Its scary, sometimes they literally gang up on you. My little sister was on a school trip in Harajuku with her friends (grade 11) and she was approached by 5 guys who basically cornered her and told her that she could earn some extra cash for "souvenirs to take back home" as they were able to tell from her uniform that she's not from Tokyo. Lucky she had her iPhone on here and was quickwitted enough to hit the "find Iphone" button on her own device and initiate the loud beeping sound. It both alerted me - who was interning at a nearby robotics company that someone had triggered the find iphone alert, as well as scare the guys. I'm not too sure what happened after as I try to avoid asking her about the incident, but I excused myself from work and found her quite shaken up. I'm sure she hasn't forgotten it even 3 years later now.
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  26. 色んな方に見てもらえて嬉しいです。 Nogitaさん、視聴者の皆さま、ありがとうございます。
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  27. The greatest advantage is living in Japan as a foreigner. True, you will never be accepted as a Japanese, BUT you get all the advantages of having a cohesive and well ordered society, without all the disadvantages of having the MANY obligations and demands that a Japanese person has to fulfill.
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  28. It looks like that guy would make a very loving and caring househusband.
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  29. Being a single dad is difficult. Those men are incredible to do what they do.
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  30. If I moved to Japan, I wouldn't mind being treated as a foreigner, as long as people aren't straight up rude to me. But if I was half Japanese, I think it would bother me a lot.
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  31. この動画が公開されて、たくさんのコメントを読みました。それが、私にとってすごく励ましになりました。 「海外にはクリスチャンの方がこんなにもいるんだ…」それに衝撃を受けました。心から嬉しくて本当に涙が出た😭日本にいるとどうしても、少数派であるわけで。 今回の動画は「神様が私を慰めるため」に撮らせてくれたのかな。と、神様の愛を感じました。本当に感謝です。 とにかく、海外のクリスチャンの方々のエールが嬉しかった。「クリスチャン」として生きてきたことが、すごく報われた気がしました。 私はこれからもクリスチャンだし、神様を信じなくなることはないけれど「みんなと同じ人間なんだ」ってところで、日本でも分け隔てなく受け入れてもらえたら嬉しい。 ノビタさん本当に、素敵なビデオをありがとうございました。
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  32. He got into YouTube at a key time when it was still early in the platform and not saturated with many others doing the name, he respects Japanese culture and rules unlike a lot of modern streamers that have made the news, he puts effort into his videos and productions, and he doesn't mind being silly or the butt of the joke in order to be entertaining. He hasn't had any major scandal or drama in his personal life either that has leaked out to make him appear anything dramatically different than the person he seems like in his videos. It's pretty easy to see why he's easily likeable with most people.
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  33. People seem to focus on Connor's role on Trash Taste as "the British guy who complains about everything" to paint him in a bad light when the target audience for that podcast could not be further from the traditional Japanese citizen. It's friends having a blunt conversation about their "trash tastes/takes" and is targeted at casual overseas viewers. Whenever I see him interact with people outside of these settings he always seems super friendly and respectful and it makes me sad that people only consider the open personality he portrays on trash taste and not how he acts outside of that safe, controlled setting. As an individual who finds it difficult to leave his comfort zone I really look up to Connor.
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  34. A person who loves his culture is one who directly and honestly addresses its flaws. The fact that Nobita can look at his own culture and genuinely pick out the flaws that are causing so much unhappiness is exactly what makes him so great. If America is doing something right, Japan needs to learn from them. If Germany does something right, Japan should follow. Japan does many things well to be sure, and other countries should learn, but Japan certainly has toxic ideas which need to be rid of for its good.
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  35. If I can ever visit Japan, I'd make it a point to be respectful and responsible. Seeing littering and other misbehavior in my own country is disappointing enough, seeing it in the place I want to go is even more frustrating.
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  36. Jesus man. Never would I have ever thought this would ever be an issue in Japan. Good stuff as always Nobita.
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  37. Chris is extremely loved both inside and outside Japan because he is incredibly awesome! He provides extremely accurate, and factual, information about living in the Japanese society (as a foreigner), and the lesser known parts of the country (to a foreigner). Chris is also absolutely hilarious to watch and listen to as well!
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  38. I don't know why am i here, i'm not even married nor i have a girlfriend. Still stay safe my man <3
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  39. I can't imagine how tired the Japanese tv editors are with their job
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  40. Being Christian is what I'm proud of not because "I consider myself as a good person" but because "I experience God's love,grace and mercy that helps me to became what I am today ".
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  41. As an autistic American who has worked on behalf of Autistic Rights Advocacy activism many times in the past, I’ve always been extremely curious about what it’s like for my fellow autistic brothers and sisters all across the planet in other countries like Japan and Britain. So I would occasionally go online to see how things were going in The U.K. and Japan and so on. Thank you for making this video because it’s giving me an opportunity to observe on autistic rights in Japan and see how things are going on over there when I haven’t got the chance to do that for a little while.
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  42. This video is a full documentary about Japan's Christianity. I feel Nobita is giving us Premium content, for free. Thank you my friend!
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  43. Respect. He's respectful. He's honest about his opinions and he's willing to say if something is bad but never in a disrespectful way. He does crazy things but always in a respectful way.
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  44. wanna know the hurtful truths about your country? ask the foreigners. applies to every country.
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  45. Basically Japan was *40 years ahead of react trends on YouTube and Twitch 😮🤔
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  46. Now this particular one is a very interesting topic. I know there’s Christians all around the globe but you rarely hear about any in Japan that’s open about it. Awesome work as always Nobita.
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  47. Honestly, even in the U.S. those of us who are autistic struggle. Body language and eye contact are difficult for me. It's especially hard when neurotypicals have so many rules about social graces, and much of it can only be read through body language.
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  48. This is a worldwide problem, if society continues to put money/work/productivity first and people (and their relationships) second, this trend will continue and intensify
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  49. Maybe just take a normal vacation in japan instead.
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  50. No. 11 : Godzilla
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  51. It's funny that the mask thing was such an issue cause although pretty much 99% of people in Japan were wearing masks at that time, I also saw that at least 90% of those people wearing masks would take them off whenever they sat down to eat with friends or coworkers. The signs in restaurants said to only remove the mask to take a bite and then put it back, but I barely saw anyone doing that.
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  52. Mad respect to this wonderful woman~ It's not even about the religion anymore but the relationship with Him~
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  53. There's a manga titled '光とともに…〜自閉症児を抱えて〜' (With the Light: Raising an Autistic Child), which is said to be very realistic as it captures the struggles both people with autism and their parents face in Japan.
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  54. Nobita is such a good person for spreading awareness through his channel i had no idea that those women are forced to film and be abused in sets
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  55. I like watching him. He does one thing right: he loves Japan. He really does. He educates foreigners about Japan, and you want to go see what he is showing. I watched another channel, Tokyo Llama. He is Australian, his wife is Japanese, and he bought a house in the countryside and rebuilt it with his Japanese inlaws, and it's amazing. All these shows are places and things most don't see, and when you see them, you want to go visit. And as an American who lived in Japan, I would always go out to the countryside to see things.
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  56. A loveletter that Chris absolutely NEEDS to hear and internalize. On behalf of Chris' viewers, thank you so much for making this. Especially at such a crucial time where expat streamers in Japan get such a bad rep. As an Abroad in Japan viewer for 8 years or so now, this makes me happy in a parasocial way :D
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  57. This is one of the most interesting videos I have seen regarding Japan and Christianity. Thanks Nobita!
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  58. This isn't just Japan. I'd say it's the entire developed world.
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  59. As a Japanese learner, having subtitles on every video is pretty helpful sometimes as I can't always follow full speed speech. Although on YouTube, I kind of wish they'd use the built in subtitles so I can turn them off if I don't need them or want to see the screen more clearly.
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  60. Nobita don't worry too much about your english, its noble that you want to improve and I don't think you should stop but its already quite charming
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  61. I learn so much about Japan from Nobita. He's so good at presenting these topics
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  62. 0:50 Dude don't worry about it. Show any amount of Japanese to a native English speaker and watch their tongue trip down a flight of stairs trying to use so many syllables at once.
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  63. Ah yes, I used to act like a dumn girl when I was younger 😂 Thinking back then, that's what guys in my school wanted us to. とても核心をついてると思います！
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  64. I have massive respect for you, Nobita, for allowing these people to speak their opinions even when you disagree with them. There needs to be more of that in the world.
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  65. As a westerner living in Yokosuka while in the Navy in the early 1980’s it was the toxic parents that killed every relationship I started. I met a wonderful woman and we got along great but the parents figured I was just wanting sex then would dump her the next day. They passed on in the early 2000’s and she tracked me down her in America but I was already married 24 years and still am. Too bad her parents destroyed what could have been a wonderful long marriage.
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  66. Kind of curious how bad the job market is for people in Japan who only completed a high school education, knowing all this now. It sounds like getting a college education is heavily encouraged, but lacks any real financial support/aid outside of predatory loans. Can't say it's better over here in America.
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  67. "They see their husband as a money tree" one of the guys says. But - isn't it still the case that married women are expected to stop working so they can be housewifes and full time mothers? They are made to be dependant on the husbands money. Is it even possible to get back into their job - or any halfway decent job - after stopping for years and being divorced, even if they dont have children to take care of on top of that?
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  68. Nobita, I'm really impressed the quality of content and your effort. For an individual channel, you're doing great job
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  69. what nobita said about Japan is true. people don't realised that it is fun being a tourist in Japan but not as a citizen living and working in Japan.
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  70. What makes me mad is how companies don’t understand the situation and don’t care to learn more. It’s ignorant to not learn about a situation that not many have an understanding of.
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  71. Just don't get a boyfriend because of Valentines Day, Christmas or whatever, that's only a few days a year. A true relationship is a 24/7 commitment.
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  72. Interesting. Never heard of story from Japanese christian. Thanks for sharing!
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  73. Ice Hockey conversation vs baseball conversation. That's a damn good analogy.
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  74. I live in rural Japan so whenever I feel like I’m going to say something stupid to my wife out of anger, I just don’t and then take a drive after everyone has gone to bed. With the kids having been out of school since the end of February, I think my frustration often has nothing to do with my wife but she’s just an easy target because I can’t blow up at the kids. Someday, when this is over, I’ll take her to Okinawa...if we can afford it. Ha ha ha.
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  75. When I see single dads loving & caring for their kids, it fills my heart w/so much JOY.
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  76. It’s understandable how so many of the citizens of Japan aren’t convinced of their country’s moves towards increasing the nation’s birth rates. Hikkikomori culture, hectic work culture, lack of interest in wanting to date or marry and rising costs of raising a family are just some examples as to why it may not be possible. Thanks for the video.
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  77. Nobita San should be awarded a medal for raising such awareness!
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  78. Once again, Nobita, tackles the Real issues that people don't want to talk about. This is why, as controversial as this channel may be, it is Worth a Sub. No other channel tackles these issues head on, with such quality and Due Diligence, and a willingness to make mistakes and Own them, like this man does. Keep it up man!
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  79. Middle woman: "If I make the first move and it didn't go well, I would feel like I got screwed up too much." Men: Yeah... welcome to our reality.
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  80. This is scary similiar to what's happening in my country, Portugal. There are jobs and young people are working but the pathetically low salary forbids them for having or renting a house thus a lot of then end up living with their parents (because in here we don't have the luxury of Internet Cafés and it's unheard of a shop that operates 24h, except hotels). Plus the pressure that we are now facing in which most new houses end up being bought up by wealthy foreigns looking to invest and getting a "golden visa" escheme, ends up raising the price of housing and renting so much so that in Lisbon there are landlords asking for outrageous prices for a single room (i mean up to 1000€ in a country that the salary is at around 760€ to 800€), this doesn't even include the extras like gas, water and etc... So yeah guess the future will be bleak no matter which country we look at.
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  81. What the guy from Cameroon and went to Japan when he was 4 said hit me really hard. He said that he thought he'd get a lot of friends if he went to Cameroon. I'm Taiwanese American who was raised in America. I was bullied throughout my elementary and middle school years because I was one of the very few Asian kids where I lived. When I went to Taiwan when I was 13, I thought, this will be freaking great. I'll fit in, maybe make some friends. That was a huge no. I didn't dress the same, I was taller than all the kids there, I couldn't speak the language like they did. It was a real shock and for the longest time, I felt like I didn't belong anywhere. Fortunately I eventually realized I could create my own space, and that was where I belonged and fit in.
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  82. This channel is really highlighting big problems, not just for Japan. Just civilization and exploitation problems. This channel is really serious now.
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  83. Kaho is a very nice lady She wished me a happy birthday and cheered me up when my cat died
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  84. Let's not forget that idioms, sacrasm, double-entendres and other word-play related jokes just won't land to many/most non-native English speakers. Same goes for Internet lingo and obscure memes.
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  85. Honestly Nobita, This is really touching and I love to see people telling their story on why they choose these kind of career. It really open their side of the story.
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  86. There isn’t a single country in this world without a bloody past, some simply more than others. It is what it is, but there is no excuse for deliberately ignoring or obfuscating history.
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  87. It's what happens when you based your relationship on performance expectations instead of marrying the person. The other person is a human being,... not a human doing.
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  88. Japanese TV might have pioneered "react" content. Interesting. And I always though the walls of text were a sort of way to emphasize whats happening on the screen, kinda like how manga does in a way.
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  89. The happiest Japanese nationals I ever met were living in Saigon or Bangkok. Those were also some really cool and friendly Japanese people that I met. Its going to sound crazy but--I made more Japanese national friends in Thailand and Viet Nam than when I lived in Tokyo. All my friends in Tokyo were from other Asian countries, eg Vietnam, Philippines, Burma.
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  90. Tourists are targets no matter where they are its up to the individual to watch out for themselves and stay away from countries that do not protect tourists or take advantage of them.
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  91. This is sad. Praying that these women will find their peace of mind and heart soon. This is also part of asian culture that topics like this is a bit taboo to talk about and just be swept under the rug.
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  92. I can accept the fact that I am a foreigner living in Japan. I have lived here for almost 30 years. Most Japanese people I have met over the years have been kind and decent. I don't see being nonJapanese as a big problem. It takes time to adapt to Japanese culture. I don't expect to understand everything about Japanese culture either and neither do the Japanese people I have made friends over the years. It takes time to make friends. Making friends also takes time among Japanese people too. If a person is polite, considerate and make's a good effort you will be fine in most circumstances. Also don't try to out Japanese the Japanese people. You will only look stupid and cause a problem.
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  93. Given this information, I can understand better and better why people choose to remain single or even virgin. This is definitely more genuine than to end up in an unhappy marriage and staying there in order to avoid being sanctionned socially and financially. There seems to be a strong discrepancy between doing what is socially expected and what is the best for the individual. This is shocking and saddening indeed but I am grateful you brought this up and take such an effort to give us the full image of your country. I also hope that you will be allright after tackling such issues and this is not bringing you down too much. What to you do to recharge your batteries after an exhausting time, by the way? I always feel happy after a seaside walk or when strumming on my guitar. 🙂All the best for Yuka and her little girl also. I wish them both strength and happiness. <3 <3 <3
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  94. Long work hours, low pay, and rising inflation burns anybody out. My friends in Mexico have bigger extended families. It's common for entire families to pay for a single house together, share resources and raise kids together in a group. I noticed that the more individualistic families struggled more, while the communal ones had a bigger support network. Just thought I'd share this.
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  95. I think this was your best video by far. It's impressive the amount of self reflexion and integrity that they both showed through their relationship and life together. Amazing lesson, thanks.
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  96. That's a quite strong testimony actually, I'm christian myself but after hearing her story I feel it's encouraging.
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  97. Great points Nobita!!! As a foreign man (Canadian) that has married a Japanese woman and had kids (now divorced and I can't see my kids) I can say that the Japanese woman to avoid is... 1. A woman that just wants kids right away (even before marriage) 2. Has never been overseas or has no understanding of foreign culture 3. Has no brothers or sisters and has a close ( like crazy close) relationship with her parents 4. She does not have many close friends other than her mother 5. Her father was a salary man and has no life (she might expect you to be like her father) 6. She makes you feel guilty if she does you a favor 7. She gets jealous or angry if you spend time with friends or coworkers. 8. She wants to control your money and give you an allowance every month. 9. You don't have any common hobbies or interests. Sure, she loves travel and sweets. Doesn't everybody? 10. You can't negotiate anything with her. After an argument, she ignores you or makes you beg for forgiveness.
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  98. its not just Japan its all over the world
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  99. A long, long time back there were a few gaijin chasers that approached me saying they were otaku too and held up ONE Evangelion strap/charm. But they also had name brand hand bags and incredibly expensive clothes so... Yeah... Watch out for girls that are after your race.
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  100. Kudos to them for speaking this openly...
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  101. One thing that has struck me as ironic is that Japanese society envisions itself as homogeneous and harmonious. However, many of Japan’s most notable historical figures have been nonconformists and individualists who thrived in chaos. Off the top of my head, one is Oda Nobunaga who actually said “Innovation and unconventional thinking pave the path to greatness.” Also, Miyamoto Musashi is renowned for flouting custom when he engaged in his duels. He used totally ruthless tactics to defeat Arima Kihei, the Yoshioka brothers and Sasaki Kojirō. I’m sure Musashi-San received a good helping of passive aggressive animosity from his contemporaries at the time, not that he cared! So, are these guys un-Japanese by modern Japanese standards?
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  102. Mr Affable, as is his Trash Taste nickname, he really does love Japan, but he's also human. He's struggled with his weight, and has been really public about it. His friendship with Natsuki and Ryotaro is genuine, and they have a pretty good relationship. I really like the tourism he promotes. He is the reason that when I retire, I'll probably come to northern Japan, and look at Akiya there. The climate is quite similar to Michigan. I formerly worked for Fujitsu America, and like the culture. (with exception of the overworking )
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  103. Korean girl: "I like you a lot, let's go on a second date!" Nobita:"Yes! Can we split the bill?" Korean girl:"How dare you?!" I know this doesn't apply to all Korean girls, but this made me lol 😂
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  104. I think in addition to what you said, which I all agree with: - Chris doesn't take himself to seriously - he is just crazy enough to do things that nobody else would like cycling around Japan. this generates attention and sympathy - he learnt the language fluently and yes, he loves Japan. he really does
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  105. Your English definitely does not suck. Also that little "generalizing" part was pretty funny. I liked that. Great videos!
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  106. I was speaking with my girlfriend today about something today that concerned me. generally, it was about Japan and their attitude towards mental illness etc. She rides a bike for work, and she had fallen off and gotten some scratches on her arm. Nothing serious, but when she mentioned it to her manager/coworkers, they started joking about how it looked like she had intentionally cut her arms. I didn't go into it too much, but the fact that Japanese people tend to trivialise things like cutting I think contributes to the mental health crisis here, and just isn't condusive to any healthy discussion about mental health. Japanese people really need to start taking these things seriously, otherwise they are at risk of permanently damaging the lives of young Japanese people.
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  107. A lot of this is really sad. The teen suicide bothers me the most though. We really need to stop putting people down for having mental problems.
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  108. That smile on her face as she is describing her experience with Jesus... My God! Mesmerizing! So much happiness emanating from her!
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  109. I know a bit about Korean dating culture. "Dutch pay" after a date is considered to be a statement about how you felt about the date. "paying separately = going separate ways".
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  110. I've always wondered how people end up being married when they can't communicate properly. Marriage is such a serious thing, why would you marry someone if you can't even talk to them about what you like in bed, or what is making you unhappy etc? It's like some people marry because society expects them to marry, and then they don't know how to deal with the hurdles that naturally come with relationships. Thanks for the video as usual, Nobita!
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  111. Thank you for creating this video. I'm an American who lived and worked in Japan 11 years. I was active in Japanese churches, so I appreciate the glimpse into Japanese society and being a Christian in Japan. It's also nice to hear her speaking Japanese while including English subtitles.
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  112. I enjoy listening to Trash Taste because it's just friends talking about dumb stuff like how I do with my friends when we hang out. I can only speak for myself, but Trash Taste doesn't influence my view towards Japan about the negative comments they talk about. I try not to be a nuisance in public in America so when I was in Japan, I did try to abide by their social etiquette to not be a nuisance. I can understand how some Japanese people may view and criticize Trash Taste and that's entirely okay because that's their own view towards them.
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  113. Wow you finally found some people that didn’t take every single thing said to them as racism or oppression. That’s rare nowadays lol
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  114. I think that once you get into your 30’s, an age gap is not such a big deal either way (younger or older). I think it’s more important to have shared values and goals and an open mind.
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  115. I'm 100% Japanese with a so called, "double eyelid", but I've never even noticed I had a "double eyelid" until watching this video. Interesting perception....
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  116. Let’s be honest, I have diagnosed with ASD (autism spectrum disorder). Hikikomori (agoraphobic and social anxiety disorder with NEET) was also possible links with ASD. One of example of famous Japanese with ASD was the creator of Pokémon, Satoshi Tajiri.
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  117. I was so moved by Shuhei's story, seeing how close his now-teenage daughter is to him and how much they took care of each other. It was really sad/angry for him when he talked about how other women infantilize their husbands and therefore project that skepticism on him and how he was able to cook, clean, and raise his daughter well.
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  118. Someone did a study of why Korean Airlines had the most crashes of any airline in the 1990s. It turned out because of the strict Korean senior/junior culture, the co-pilots were afraid to correct the mistakes or bad judgement of the senior pilot. Sometimes, the senior/junior culture can led to deadly consequences!
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  119. Nobita, you should ask people why they think Japanese people are allowed to travel free to other countries. That would be the same risk .
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  120. Thank you Nobita-san for having us on your interview😊✨Hope this video will let foreign people have better understanding of Japanese people🇯🇵Also I’m quite excited to see obaachan(elderly women)being helped in many places thanks to your video😆💓
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  121. I’m a Australian single father, thank you for this. Even though I am an Australian single father , everything that you spoke of is the same in Australia.
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  122. I am a Christian and I am in love with Japan. Nice to hear more about what Japanese think of Christianity and how Christians in Japan sound like. Also since you probably are not religious I want to thank you for taking the time in doing this impartian and informative video. Very much appreciated
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  123. As my Indonesian history teacher said, forgive but don't forget about history
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  124. In my country, people with autism, often referred to as “being on the spectrum” are no longer regarded as “mentally ill” or “disturbed” but rather thought of as “with different abilities”. I know several people who fit into this group, and as long as other people around them understand their strengths and weaknesses, everyone does well. One young man, who was almost hikkikomori in his school years, discovered that he was extremely good at RPG games and was hired by a software company that realised his talent as a game designer. Your program is very well researched and sympathetic to your interviewees. I think your approach to difficult subjects is without equal and I hope that you are able to continue this series explaining the differences between Japanese and other cultures.
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  125. Nobita seems to always find a good source of honest Japanese people that is willing to "spill the bean" about their culture's secrets. Considering how the issue of relationships are always the whole tatemae and not saying what they honestly feel, either Nobita is able to build a relaxing atmosphere between him and the (Japanese) interviewee so they can be open about it, or he's already close friends with them, which in itself is another accomplishment.
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  126. I moved to Japan last year and my Japanese girlfriend suffers from this. She won't video call with me unless she has makeup on, won't leave her house without it, and when we take overnight trips she's always embarrassed for me to see her without makeup on. I tell her that she's beautiful without it and her face doesn't look different, but she stills thinks the same way.
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  127. I'm European, and I've known about this trend for many years. However, I've never, ever heard a Western man say they think Asian women should change their eyes. Don't do it! (And for God's sake, don't put glue anywhere near your eyes!)
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  128. These videos have been pretty educational and intriguing, Nobita, I'm always thankful for these uploads
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  129. I understand why women want to stay in their mariage after an infidelity, especially if they were stay at home mothers because they would have no ressources. At the same time, I can't help but feel sorry for the child being raised in a loveless mariage. I grew up in one. I have never seen my parents love each other. I have never seen them share a bedroom. I have never seen them respect each other, support each other, do basic things together. Kids are not stupid. They pick up on things and mirror their parents' behavior. I remember begging my mom to divorce when I was 12 because my father was not exactly an upstanding citizen and I was his target until I was 18 and I left. She told me that my older brother needed to have a father figure in his life, so that she would never divorce. The damage it did took me all my twenties to work on. I had a lot of anger that my needs were ignored, that I wasn't protected. I had to relearn everything I knew about human interractions, healthy boundaries, not tolerating abuse and I had to rebuild myself. And it damaged my brother as well. He grew up to be like my father and now cannot live in society. He had troubles with the justice system, doesn't have a job and stays at home with them. I understand wanting your child to have a role model to look up to, and a father figure is extremely important, just be careful of your choice for that. For years, I was terrified of picking the wrong man and to suffer the consequences like my mother did because I knew that I was statistically prone to do just that. To repeat the cycle.To be attracted to what's familiar instead of what's healthy. Luckily, I worked on myself for a decade before making that choice and my husband is a good man. The situation might not be as extreme in the video, but that little girl will still grow up seeing her parents resent each other. That will do terrible damage to her psyche. If her dad loved her so much that he didn't want to hurt her, he should have stayed faithful and worked through whatever issue he had with the wife. I hate how cheating is so common and excused.
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  130. It's unfortunate, I went to japan for a foreign exchange and I knew a fellow student who got bullied. He talked about how mental health in Japan is brushed over and not taken seriously
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  131. The insecurities people (women and men) feel about their looks is a big reason for why so many people check out of dating now a days, there is just so much pressure in this society to be perfect
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  132. Thank you so much Nobita for interviewing us! It was an honor and I love how the video turned out☺️
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  133. The lack of honest communication (and maybe even close friendship) in many of the marriages is shocking. 😞
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  134. I love your vidoes! But I feel the title would be better suited to something like, 'Are Japanese guys compatible with western woman?' Reasons for; your current title suggests Japanese men aren't good enough when, in a lot of situations, western woman aren't simply good enough lol It's true Japanese men are short, nice, shy etc but western woman can be loud, overweight, 'an outgoing attitude to dating' etc And both parties dont find either attractive
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  135. What I like about Connor is his open mindedness, whenever he does his " a day as ..." series he does not go to these activities to mock or make fun because they may seem odd to foreigners, he's respectful and listen to what the people say about it.
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  136. Connor must be feeling honored to be featured in your video once again😂. All jokes asides i do believe that he's respectful towards Japanese people in his own unique way. I've seen a couple of videos with him and Shinuya Kaho-san and they both seem to enjoy each other's company. That alone shows that if you can make someone feel comfortable around you, you can persuade people,especially the Japanese that not all foreigners are as bad and rude as they think. Thank you for another great video Nobita-san👍
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  137. That's crazy how Joey and I are like two faces of one coin ! While Joey was being mistreated like a "gaijin", but people treated me like a "japanese"because i looked like a japanese. Everytime i met somebody who doesn't know i'm a foreigner, they talk super fast; soon after i reveal my true nation they start to slowing down 😂
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  138. It really does seem like a half and half situation. Some complaints are very valid. Theyve been called out for just having no idea what they were talking about and accepting it as truth but a lot of the complaints seem to be taking everything they say too seriously, like a lot of people these days.
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  139. Oh, what a great video. I love Japan and am a Christian.
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  140. I'm really curious about this new concept I heard about trending in Japan's relationships. Where there was ３高 of high salary, high social position, and high height, now I'm seeing３低 or three lows. Low profile (non-bombastic, humble, sincere), low reliance (not relying on women to do housework), and low risk (stable career and special skills no one can take away). I wonder how much these new three qualifications are effecting the marriage market. Edit: 13:53 and that's it. That's the secret. I've been with my wife for 12 years and been married for 10. If you cannot meet each other half way on things, there really is no hope.
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  141. As someone with Autism, I never really saw it as a issue (at least once I got older). I always saw it as being a natural born introvert and nothing to worry about too much. And neither should other autisic people, they are as much as a human being like the next person
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  142. 1. I like that there is finally a perspective from the family that isn't like Shibuya's that is out there. Not every family is abusive and I understand her situation, but I am also aware of the advancements of technology especially around de-censoring and reverse image searching. Of the effects on romantic relationships. The effects of a single life into later years, especially on women (increase chance of poverty/homelessness)... As cliché as it will sound, these are things I wouldn't wish on anyone and I'm sad to say I've tried and felt like sh*t. 2. However, I can't deny the problem many modern societies have either, such as extreme ambition over being content. It isn't something I like saying, but this idea that "everyone is meant to go to college" just reminds me that even the military doesn't accept everyone... they say no if you aren't fit enough, complaint enough, or smart enough. People need to understand their limits at one point and work within them to achieve the best they can... but everyone wants the lives they see in movies and fantasy. On social media, etc.
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  143. Props for Shibuya. She's a very smart woman who was able to go out of the industry and build her life to prosper. Not many of AV performers are able to do that and they suffer. Shes very intelligent and self aware, interviews with her are always things worth watching.
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  144. Shirley Curry a.k.a. Skyrim Grandma is in her mid 80's and an amazing streamer. I hope this idea of older folks trying new ideas gains momentum!
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  145. I'm glad that there are still Christians who are not ashamed to show their belief and love in God 😍
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  146. "since the media tend to only focus on single moms" Here comes nobita dealing with an untreated subject. Really nobita I love your channel and content. I tell that on every of your videos but it's not enough haha One or probably the most educative content about Japan we can find on youtube. You never disappoint, thank you.
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  147. I didn’t expect you would cosplay as a girl giving your opinions! I think you are very good at it because you have been interviewing Japanese girls and know lots of perspectives 😆Thank you for having me on your interview! It’s always amazing 😊✨
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  148. Gaijin treatment -- I never knew that term, but that is a real thing. If you hate it, you will hate living in Japan.
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  149. 「AVって言うのは一生ですね。ネットに残ってしまうんですね」 “Appearing in porn is gonna be a permanent digital footprint today.” Powerful words
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  150. I love this video, thank you so much for sharing this. As a Christian myself I've been interested in Japanese Christians for quite some time but, I don't hear of them as often as I'd like. I pray that the Japanese people will become more open to Christianity and understand who Jesus is. Keep up the great work Nobita!
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  151. Finally a wholesome interview, it even made me cry.
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  152. Woman:“ Tell me your thoughts, Nobita. You haven’t used prostitution, right?” Nobita: “No never.” Woman: “I called it.” 🤣😂🤣😂👍👊🔥😆
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  153. So basically couples need to be more intimate in relationships whether it be emotionally, sexually, or just physically to make it work, this is the same anywhere and I hope Japan fixes this.
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  154. It makes sense the strong cultural desire to "save face" would lead to widespread social anxiety.
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  155. I never been more lonely in my life than when I lived in Tokyo for a couple of years for work as a Japanese American man. I speak Japanese fluently and never had issues making friends, but oh man, it was so difficult outside of work/expat communities to make new friends with Japanese people my age. Like the video says, the ever increasing amount of people living online, as well as Japan being way behind on mental health issues are the root causes I think. I returned back to the US where things are back to normal for me, but even here I fear the youths are heading where Japan is at now due to spending far too much time glues to their phones as opposed to real life interactions. Or maybe Im just a grumpy older millenial man.
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  156. I just gave birth to my first child 2 months ago in Japan, and I totally understand why people don't want to do it. Sure they have grants for the actual birth, but we had already spent at least 300,000yen on appointments before the birth. Also my birth was only fully covered because I chose a cheap hospital that offered no pain relief at all, my husband wasnt allowed to be there either so I was alone through the most scary and painful experience of my life. Now I know there are various support systems for kids in Tokyo, but there is a pressure that I should be able to raise my child by myself, because everybody else does it, why can't you? We still want a second child, but if that happens I will definately be moving back to the UK to do so.
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  157. Love his accent, he sounds like the emperor from 'The Last Samurai'. Thanks for clarifying some misconceptions about the Japanese.
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  158. I like how the women kindly replied to Nobita without being defensive, both have just different points of view. It's okay if you dislike prostitution, but maybe try to listen to different stories of former prostitutes first like he did. The exploitation can't be denied, but not everyone suffers from illegal sex work. If the business would have more regulations and actual laws the overall safety could improve. Banning sex work would just give more rise to illegal brothels like it happened with drug cartels in USA. The biggest problem are still the Yakuza which are in control of many red-light districts.
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  159. I’ve been living in Japan for over 15 years, I have PR and I’m really annoyed to see how tourist behave these days in Japan…
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  160. It think it's kinda hard to socialize when there's a "don't bother anyone" mentality going around Japan.. at least, that's what I think.. I always watched drama anime, or read manga and most of them emphasize the importance of companionship which is really hard to get in reality. Well good luck to all loners out there find ways to be happy.. much easier said than done tho so stay tough
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  161. Big topic, it's a problem in many countries, but it really is worse in Japan than I thought. I love the passion and fighting spirit of the politician though, great to see some people really want to make changes for the better. Great video once again Nobita!
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  162. I'm so glad you're finally talking about this topic, I think ASD and other neurodiverse conditions need to be discussed more especially in Japan, hopefully more understanding and acceptance will follow with those said discussions
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  163. The decision to censor porn, no doubt, gives a HUGE advantage to underground operations and very difficult for legal Japanese industry to compete -- I believed that was a huge contributor for Japan going from having the "best porn in the world" as I remembered in my teens to having the weirdest and most deviant porn in the world after censorship
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  164. My parents had a age gap. Nothing wrong with it imo. As long as both parties are consenting and above the legal age then there shouldn't be any issues.
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  165. A lot of people view criticism as hate or an attack towards them when in reality it's the opposite. Those who criticize do it because they want to see improvement and not have mistakes be repeated. Those who cannot handle criticism are stubborn and too prideful in themselves. If someone tells you what you need to hear, they're trying to help you do better. When someone tells you what you want to hear, they're trying to make you do worse. Chris Broad is trying to make both foreigners and Japan do better.
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  166. I’ve been in Japan 28 years 1. Always use Masu/Desu forms (unless Keigo is required AND you know how to do it). 2. A good gaijin is a quiet gaijin. 3. Follow every single rule—social, school or work. It doesn’t matter. Follow the rules. These are ironically the reason a LOT of gaijin, especially Americans, can’t fit into Japanese society. There is one caveat—you won’t necessarily make Japanese friends (unless they have lived outside the country) BUT you will be the good gaijin and won’t get grief.
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  167. That mainstream society can only understand the hikikomori phenomenon through the lens of unemployment figures and productivity loss speaks to it's inhumanity, the very thing that created the conditions for the phenomenon in the first place.
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  168. i love seeing this side of japanese people as i know most japanese people tend to not show much emotion. i appreciate her talking about her career! thank you nobita!
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  169. Growing mental health problems, especially amoung our younger generation, is a problem everywhere around the world. Thank you Nobita for picking this sensitive theme up so we can be reminded that it can happen to us too, and we need to seek help, or help others when we can.
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  170. This is such a great breakdown and honestly a great lesson for anyone visiting, or especially planning to live in Japan. Even after two years here, I still struggle with some of these things, especially how to show engagement without interrupting/speaking and following along conversations despite being able to speak Japanese; but it goes to show that so much of conversation and your interactions in Japan aren't really about what you say but rather, the little mannerisms and following conversation etiquette (or at least making the effort to).
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  171. True they really don't know what they're talking about sometimes, but this isn't a super serious and clinical podcast that seriously breaks down social issues. Bro they get absolutely clowned on by there worldwide audience when they make other mistakes, like when Connor says food poisoning isn't an illness. It's why they call themselves trash taste, they make stupid mistakes all the time and are unnecessarily opinionated, which is really funny sometimes
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  172. She is a very positive person. She must take from her parents.
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  173. love to see Nobita tackling the hard conversations with such nuance and poise
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  174. Nobita: the best reporter from Japan!
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  175. The people that are reaching out and helping the hikikomori reintegrate with the outside world are fantastic people with big hearts. The hikikomori are brave in taking the chance and accepting their help. I wish all of them the best and hope they all find happiness and fulfillment <3
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  176. Racism is everywhere in the world in Japan too,but for someone to stare at a foreigner does not necessary mean racism it could be just because you are different specially if they were kids.,
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  177. In any county, as you get older, the number of available people to have a relationship drops because they get married. I liked what she said about being compatible and compromise. A long marriage is all about those two primary things. There is no perfect man or woman.
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  178. Difference in a nutshell: Japan: You talk in formal, polite language even to your parents? Korea: Of course. Who deserves it more than them? How can you not? Japan: Please read my mind so I don't have to say anything embarrassing or offensive. Korea: Just tell me what you really feel so we can get this over with. I'm in a hurry.
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  179. Bro, a Broad abroad is broadly speaking the best thing that has occurred to Japanophiles. He gives Foreigners a much better face in Japan, and he's genuinely one of the most open-minded and genuinely kindhearted people that I've seen walk this earth of ours. I hope he lives long and prospers because everyone's lives get a bit better with Chris Broad and his channel A Broad in Japan.
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  180. This is a good change, alcohol can be a horrible demon for many. Happy the culture is changing.
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  181. I commend your effort for putting this out. Hopefully it gives more awareness to the Japanese people. My friend’s grandfather was publicly tortured and executed by Japanese soldiers during WW2, and he was no soldier, just a random person in the crowd. It helps a lot if the Japanese at least acknowledge and perhaps show a bit more respect, which I think is a much cherished virtue in your country, last I checked. Because people around Southeast Asia are still tormented by the war that we never asked for.
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  182. bro i was dying when you appeared as a "girl" LMAO completely caught me off guard Aside from that, I found the video very interesting. What stuck out to me was the women saying they date to marry, which, as being a Catholic, and quite standard in Christian culture, has always been how I've been and my other religious friends. I can see where the women are coming from though, I have friends that aren't religious (I'm from US/CA) that date casually as they mentioned, this can be very common in the west.
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  183. There is a very similar culture in South Korea. Marriage is seen as very important, and parents often have to agree to the marriage. Most of my Korean acquaintances got married in their 20s or early 30s, but I don't think many are happy. I think when people are put under pressure to marry, they end up with the wrong people. Not everyone of course, but it is a risk. I know that less people in their 20s and 30s, get married nowadays. The younger generations are challenging tradition.
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  184. that's surprisingly reasonable, honestly the part of the Captions that give me Culture shock is the excessive amount of different formatting in the text, which i assume is another way to convey tone (?)
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  185. The abduction of my son from the United States to Japan by his Japanese mother destroyed my life and his forever. Tears run down my face watching this piece, posted to Youtube only 10 days after his 18th birthday. He was my son until he was 4 1/2 years old and I fought for him in U.S. courts, in the U.S. Department of State, in the U.S. Congress, and in numerous battles spread across the Internet, and it all came to naught. His mother, Machiko Terauchi, is a fashion industry consultant based in Tokyo, and her parents' family is relatively prosperous. But there is no support of substance from the U.S. government or International Law, and the Japanese State is utterly indifferent to the well-being of children to a degree impossible for me to conceive of until I became a victim of the systemic abduction of children, still now disguised as "custody determination". I'm profoundly grateful to Nobita for this and for his previous pieces on parental child abduction.
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  186. This is a real serious issue. I think Japanese women should be better educated in the manner as well, not to trust anyone who just ask them to go to any "agency" or sign any contract what so ever, no matter what.
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  187. Love a person for who they are TODAY; don't fall in love with the IDEA of a person, or what you expect them to be. Basically be realistic and don't give in to ideals.
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  188. This was the topic that friends were concerned about when transferring to Japan was an option. They were concerned that I would be alone the moment people found out that I'm Christian. Depending on where you go, it is possible to find them. Excellent piece.
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  189. I hope it's not too brash to say, but I wonder if the Hikkikomori phenomena was just a start to more broad isolation issue leading to things like middle-aged Kodokushi. Your friend talking about needing time to create true, lasting friendships hit really hard. I just wish people in Japan had more time to themselves to do things like foster deeper friendships, find hobbies, etc. 13:20 OP! Didn't expect that!
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  190. Bruh Nobita, you never miss man. You need more subs bro, seriously.
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  191. The thing about British humour is that everything is fair game. They're living in Japan, so they'd naturally formulate a bunch of humour around that. If they were living in Iceland, they'd totally rinse it dry out of love (and frustration). I think that's a cultural feature that takes some getting used to for Japanese people in general; I would know because I'm the same way with my humour and my Japanese friends slowly warmed up to love it after the first few initial shocks, ha ha! Oh, and the other thing that gets glossed over is the fact that while they do take themselves seriously from time to time, they're never proclaiming themselves as messiahs that all must heed to. They're always willing to admit they could be totally in the wrong about stuff, and are primarily there to have 2 hours of pure unfiltered banter on camera. It's hella funny, insightful, and just plain goofy... And that's why I tune into them
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  192. Connection is important and it doesn’t matter if you’re more introverted or extroverted. Not just for entertainment but there’re also times you need an outlet to get out of your own mind. Regardless of who it is it’s good to have a community to rely on. Sometimes you just need to vent to get things off your chest.
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  193. As an American who was stationed in South Korea for two years, I experienced firsthand the complex feelings locals have about the presence of foreign militaries. I developed great relationships with many of the people there, and I imagine a similar dynamic exists for military members stationed in Okinawa. However, if local communities express a desire for a reduction or withdrawal of foreign forces, I believe they are fully within their rights to advocate for that. There’s a fine line between providing military support to an ally and creating a presence that feels more like occupation. 2年間、韓国に駐留したアメリカ人として、現地の人々が外国軍の駐留について抱く複雑な感情を直接経験しました。多くの地元の方々と良い関係を築くことができ、沖縄に駐留している軍関係者も同様の関係を築いているだろうと想像します。しかし、地元のコミュニティが外国軍の縮小や撤退を望むのであれば、それを主張する権利が十分にあると考えます。味方への軍事支援と、占領と感じられるような駐留との間には微妙な違いがあります。
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  194. Well it's really sad when u get older , you realise too many things aren't perfect as portrayed ...
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  195. I feel like it's more common to hear about the women working in the porn industry so hearing about how the men has it in the same industry is very interesting. It is good that you bring up their voices too! I appreciate your hard work and look forward to your next video.
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  196. Japan is no different then anywhere else. People get the false since of safety because of the low crime rate. That doesn’t mean you shouldn't watch out for shady practices. I come from a small community which has had huge problems with trafficking. Never thought my sleepy boring town would have such problems like this. Which is probably what makes it an easy target. These kind of services come with considerable risk to ones personal safety. Not to mention their pocketbook so best to avoid them altogether. Good info here as always. :)
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  197. Nobita, this is tremendous. It's virtually a mini documentary, not just a video. I'm a Christian in Canada, so I'm delighted to see it growing and spreading in Japan.
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  198. For anyone interested in a manga about being Autistic in Japan, read Asper Kanojo (aka That's My Atypical Girl). It shows the struggles that Autism leads to in daily life, and relationships. I really liked it
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  199. if the government is run by the elderly they should build housings with caregivers for the elderly to not burden the young population
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  200. Hey Nobita, do you want to feel better about making mistakes in English? Here is the biggest one I made in Japanese: One time, I was meeting a group of Japanese friends after work at an izakaya. I was running late because I had finished work late, so by the time I arrived, they were all already seated and eating merrily. I made my way to join them and sit at the end of the table, next to people I didn't know because all the other seats were taken. Wanting to be polite, I wanted to ask: "ここに座ってもいいですか" (koko ni suwatte mo iidesuka? = May I sit here?) but I said instead: "ここに触ってもいいですか" (koko ni sawatte mo iidesuka = May I touch here?). So I changed one letter but it changed the whole game. Aaaaaaaand of course, I was pointing at the chair in front of me with my index finger while saying that, but it looked like I was pointing at something else. So, from their point of view, those two Japanese men saw a deranged foreigner coming up to them asking if she could fondle herself in front of them in a restaurant. Ah, good times. Don't be embarrassed about making mistakes! It means you can speak a foreign language and that's super cool! :D
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  201. Great Video, but I can say this is it's not just a Japanese thing. We are seeing the same thing here in the US, especially in older men. Men are walking away. They go to work and then go home and just shut themselves out. This is a bad situation for both countries, and it's going to be hard to break this cycle after the pandemic lockdowns we all went through for two years.
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  202. Well, discussion on the aging problem aside, this woman is a beast, she in incredible, the fact she wanna do all these things to help her country, the fact she is aware of many social problems. Her grandchildren gotta be really proud of her
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  203. Being a Japanese-American (nisei), I’ve experienced racism in both countries. Growing up in NJ in the 80’s, I faced racism on a daily basis. They made fun of my name, my face and overall being Asian, which was foreign to a lot of white folks in the town I lived in. During HS in Japan, once people found out I was born and raised in US, girls were calling me names and I did experience some bullying. Not out right racisms since I look and speak fluent Japanese. If I talk to strangers in English only, they’d label me as “Chinese” and I did feel like they treated me little differently, like I was a lower class citizen. It was interesting because I can understand everything they were saying behind my back in Japanese. So yes. As much as Japanese don’t want to admit, there are racisms in Japan. I never felt like I belonged in Japan, so even to this day, it’s somewhere I “visit” since my family lives there but never a place I would 帰国
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  204. Such a high quality content, this happens not only in Japan but Eastern cultures.
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  205. I think an angle that hasn’t been discussed in this video (maybe in part 2) is about community in Japan. The phrase “it takes a village to raise a child” can be very true and valuable. They touched on it a bit with bullying and daycare/babysitter services, but I’m thinking more about support from family and friends. I live outside Japan and often I see couples with kids succeed more when they live close to their extended family, so they can get help with childcare from their parents, siblings, aunties/uncles and cousins. Single friends or family members can also help watch the kids for a few hours while the parents get time to eat, shower and take care of themselves. Especially in big cities like Tokyo I can imagine that couples with young kids can be isolated from their extended family and find it harder to get support for their childcare, which could be another factor on why they are intimidated by the thought of having kids. I hope it might get covered as a discussion topic in the next video.
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  206. Nobita's journalism professionality is to be commended!
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  207. The real question should be "How" you should date hikkikomori in Japan. With no external communication is impossible.
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  208. My son was born in Japan. His Mum is Japanese and I am English. We moved to New Zealand and after being there for 3 years I applied for citizenship. I thought that we may as well apply for my son as well. He was 6 at the time. Later, the Japanese consulate in Auckland refused to renew his Japanese passport as he had chosen to give up his Japanese citizenship by taking NZ citizenship. My wife explained that we didn't know the consequences of this and my son, now 16 would rather keep his Japanese citizenship as he always considered himself Japanese. The consulate refused our request because he had 'chosen' to give up his citizenship at age 6! We feel terribly guilty that our son now virtually considers himself stateless.
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  209. You need your doraemon
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  210. Powerful stuff. Most Japanese still think young people will be saved/supported by their parents whenever something comes up, and that's simply not the reality anymore. When I studied abroad at a Japanese university, I had no credit cards and lived on ¥45,000 a month. Finances were tight, and I obviously didn't starve or anything, but I did feel out of place at times, since Japanese students seemed to be doing so much better on the outside. As I talked to them though, I realized many of them would work part-time jobs every single day after class, and I figured that others ought to have taken out loans as well. Mind you, I was in the countryside - can't even start to imagine how difficult it must be for college students in Tokyo and other large cities around Japan.
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  211. While harsh I don't think the Japanese criticism is unfounded at all. They do bring up some fair points, even if I don't agree with all of it. Great job on this video, it was very interesting to see what the Japanese community thinks about them.
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  212. The only being in Japan for about 2 years part is quite interesting. I noticed there seems to be a number of phases foreigners in Japan go through. There's a honeymoon phase where everything is amazing, followed by a disenchantment phase where everything is horrible, and then finally a maturity phase where you can view things with various shades of nuance. The disenchantment phase usually starts after about a year or two and this is usually where people decide to leave the country or in some cases stick with it and grow to the maturity phase.
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  213. This is really interesting, this is different point f view we never saw.
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  214. I once dated a girl in my early 20s. She was in her 40s. She started talking about marriage on our second date. We dated for four months, and she dumped me once I made it clear that it was too early for marriage...
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  215. I'm a young man in my twenties with cerebral palsy who has given up on dating and I don't think I will have kids, but it was very nice to see the man with Cerebral Palsy and his family. I think that's the first time I've ever seen anyone from Japan with the condition.
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  216. Much respect to the cafe lady. It can't be easy running a business like that but it's exactly what her helpers need to make some progress in their lives.
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  217. I studied and worked in Japan and I now work in Korea. I love both countries. What I prefer in Japan: as the girl said, it's quieter and the streets are impeccably clean. People are conscious about not bothering others. As someone sensitive to noise, I appreciate that. Also, I love the style in Japan. I feel like they are more conscious in harmonising buildings and signs with each other. They make a lot of effort in choosing their typography. It's pleasing to the eyes. What I prefer in Korea: it's fast paced and Koreans adapt well to new technology. As a result, administrative work is fast and everything is made for the convenience of the customer. You can get a lot of documentation online. No need to make the commute to an official building with your stamp (with a few exceptions). Also, I love that it is easier for Koreans to comunicate their emotions clearly overall (of course, I'm generalising). You're not left to guess as much. Overall, my life in Korea is great and I can't wait to go back to Japan for a visit!
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  218. japanese culture isn't focused on showing love, passion, and affection as much. That's really what people need to pro create.
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  219. As a Korean born in America, its quite interesting to hear about my own culture in this perspective. I think I can agree about the facts about plastic surgery and height preferences seeing Korean people hanging around. I believe It's a lot more different than one would imagine it to be... Also about Korean women being straight forward, I think it goes both ways 😅. My mother would tell me about how she finds Japanese people hide their emotions too much and its just like a façade and they have two personalities or something, finding it difficult to be honest with them in a sense... But I guess there are pros and cons to both.
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  220. Goto san is clear and well spoken. She made me realize how much we don't really think about those that star in AV. We don't know anything about AV actresses just from watching content. Was it consensual or not? Are they fairly compensated? Have they agreed to have this material distributed...Etc... I'm glad an Ethics Organization was formed to review some of the AV industry practices, but indeed it's only a beginning. Good video as always Nobita. I'm now questionning my own country's laws and regulations...
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  221. I think the idea of two people teaching each other their respective languages is really sweet.
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  222. Personally, I am worried this will become a worldwide issue. In the past, hikikomori and low sex rate were considered Japanese problems, but are now happening in many other developed countries. There have always been people willing to manipulate others through affection and love. But now they have a platform to manipulate way more people than they previously could. It's a shame.
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  223. I'm Chinese-Canadian and my husband is German. When we first met, he didn't speak very much English and we would bring a German-English dictionary on our dates. We've been married 14 years now! 🥰
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  224. In my first trip to Japan I had a short homestay in Shizuoka. The homestay father was a kendoka/teacher. He mentioned a saying "A tomato is a tomato, an apple is an apple, a tomato cannot be an apple." The context at the time wasn't really about being Japanese, but it can be. I'll always be a gaijin, but I'm fine with that.
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  225. Nobita, you interviewed Japanese cheaters before. Could you also interview people who were cheated on? I'd like to hear their story and how they dealt with their partners when they found out. In my country there have been cases where people killed their partner because of cheating. Aren't crimes like these happening in Japan?
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  226. I'm not so happy about this trend. Japan's depression rate among the youth is already pretty high so adding this trend on top of it will just make things worse. However, I wouldn't shun those who have these "ideal traits" as I have seen some people in the US shame those who naturally have certain rare body features. But as you stated, it's up to you whether or not you want to get this surgery. I just don't like how some parents make their kids get double eyelid surgery or social media destroying someone's self-esteem.
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  227. I have traveled a lot all around the globe, and been a very small racial minority in the places I've been. Getting stares is a given if you don't like or act like the majority, that has nothing to do with racism. The current discourse around racism has been poisoned by the blurring of terms. Is it racist to acknowledge that different races look different? Is it racist to expect foreigners to speak the language of the country they are living in? Is it racist to dislike the culture commonly found in another race? Is it racist to not be attracted to specific races? People can rarely agree on these things, so its no wonder there are mixed opinions on whether or not racism is notably prevalent. Most of these testimonies seem more to speak on Japan's distaste for nonconformity than anything else
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  228. Not only Japan, but the rest of the world should give a bigger spotlight to Mental Health Issues, I feel like we don't talk enough about it.
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  229. Ironically the thing I hate about living in Japan is the dating scene. It’s getting more and and more degenerate and untrustworthy
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  230. This is happening all over the world. Many people in the US are starting to realize that it's the lifestyle in the big cities that is as much to blame as anything. They are choosing to move out of cities and into more rural areas that actually want and need new residents and where homes are much less expensive. The old models don't work anymore, so it's foolish to try to keep using them. Thank you Nobita-san.
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  231. Nobita san, thank you very much for letting us part of your great video!! We had lots of fun celebrating Christmas together! 🎄 Happy Valentaine's Day to all☺️✨💝🎁
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  232. Very interesting documentary and topic. I'm currently living in Japan and i can feel that everything is based around appearances and shame. So many hidden things to show a beautiful and peaceful image. Not every country is perfect and i love Japan. But these things are important and should not be ignored to improve Japan as a society. Thank you for the video 🇯🇵👍
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  233. It is an OBLIGATION in Korea for a man to pay for everything (or almost everything) on a date. It has become the normal practice to a point that a man will pay for the date whether they liked the woman or not. Suggesting to pay separately would require the man to accept a heavy dose of shame as the woman will assume that the man is broke. I think the dating culture and customs have been shaped by its portrayal in Korean drama shows because they always portray men as having no problem spending money or sacrificing whatever to go to after the women. This means buying gifts for arbitrary reasons ('100th day', '200th day', 'x year anniversary', birthday etc). You have to BUY gifts; creating something to gift - drawing a painting, for instance, is not considered a gift. In Korean dating culture men spending money has become a normal thing to do that it has lost any meaning; in other words, it is nothing to do with showing appreciation, but rather an obligation. It is a sad reality that Koreans find themselves in such a vicious cycle, and it certainly will NOT help at all for outsiders to mistakenly believe that Korean dating culture is something to be admired or even be acceptable. Transactional relationships are just what it is - transactional, and when problems start to develop in the transactions between the two partners, the relationship starts to break. You want to know why Korea has one of the lowest birthrates? Not only it is becoming increasingly difficult to make a living in the country, but most significantly - no one wants to have families with transactional partners...
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  234. The government wants them to get back to work but Japan's work environment is too harsh for people who are healthy and social let alone Hikikomori. Plus having to state mental illness or personal struggles in interviews is more than a little uncomfortable. On top of that Japan is not the most sensitive though it is trying. There is the saying like the same pressure that turns someone into a diamond can turn another into dust, most Hikikomori will turn dust with very little pressure. A Hikikomori doesn't often go outside, doesn't ride the subway or a bike or car, they don't friends, they don't talk much, they don't eat at restaurants, they don't party or dance, they don't garden, they don't go shopping for fun, they usually don't have a lot of money, they don't usually get haircuts, some have poor hygiene, no intimate relationships, etc. Now think of all of those things and how they pertain to getting and keeping work, that's not one step it's a thousand. They could be 40 and not know how to schedule an appointment or work out a conflict, they need to be raised essentially because that was so neglected. I saw Japan had a few groups/social appointments with some voluntary work/learning with transportation, honestly the best thing I've seen so far. I truly believe that if you can catch up a Hikikomori no matter the age they will naturally tend towards leading productive lives in most cases. They basically need surrogate parents.
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  235. The tatemae and holding back really is a relationship killer, having good communication is key. It's not just that, here in the West, not telling the truth can often be seen as deceptive or rude some times. I do think there's extra sociatal obstacles in Japan, but woman are still woman and there's some things that are the same no matter where you are. You shouldn't fight against your own feeling, holidng back is never good. In the West women ask men way faster, maybe even too fast at times.
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  236. Well, the daughter is indeed in a very unfortunate situation. People in the comments have already noted how this can negatively influence her, so yeah, imagine her growing up and asking herself what is the point of marriage if it brings misery, what is the point of having a child if he or she will be miserable and unhappy? Also, I think among the reasons why Japanese do not divorce using a child as a justification is the stigmatization. If divorce is frowned upon then a little child of a divorcee might become a target of bullying by other children. And bullying is very harmful for the psyche. As for love, some one wise once said that attraction of minds forms respect, attraction of souls forms friendship and attraction of bodies forms sexual desire. It is only when three of these atractions are blended together the love is born. So, and probably being captain obvious here, spouses need to respect one another, be like friends and have a mutually agreed regular sex life for their relationship to be stable and fruitful. Finally, thank heavens there are many happily married couples in the world and god forbid a couple like my parents, who have been happily married for more than 40 years, becoming something special and rare.
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  237. Quite an interesting take from those who mentioned an increase in covid cases upon allowing tourists into the nation, especially when Japanese citizens are freely allowed to visit the world practically visa free and incoming tourists not only need a visa to visit but also cannot move freely about the country without being part of a scheduled tour. I'm becoming increasingly worried about any foreigner regardless of vaccination status being viewed as a possible carrier for covid, especially when most nations practically mandate vaccinations before travel nowadays.
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  238. I'll be honest, I'm french, I love Japanese culture, I visited Tokyo once. I was ashamed of other french people I crossed path there so much, I acted as if I did not understand them. In Paris, the past years, it became a nightmare too, tourists themselves give a bad reputation to the city, they say the city is dirty and smell, people are not welcoming... yeah.... mostly in the touristic areas. Tourists are the ones not respecting the environment. The truth is, tourism is much more affordable than 40years ago, especially plane tickets, low educated people travel easily, they don't understand the differences of culture, they don't even understand the respect of their own environment. Worst, stupid tourist attract scammers and thieves that target them, aggraving the situation. Personally I think Japan, and countries like mine should request some kind of training or test about local custom and respect before you can get a visa or even as mandatory information campaign. A lot of neighbourhood in big international cities became generic commercial center, they lost their identities too.
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  239. The things loneliness can do to the soul
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  240. I've been subscribed to chris since the beginning and the guy is really respectful with Japanese people and their culture. He literally was the first ever youtuber in japan starting in 2012 and Japanese people actually watches his content. The guy is just loved for sharing his love of the culture of japan. It's not that hard to understand once you hear his background of him threw out the decade of living in japan.
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  241. I like how he doesn't take the content in the moment too seriously, but he takes the editing and presentation with great care. It makes it feel casual, while still clearly feeling like high effort content.
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  242. I got married to a Japanese woman in 1997….25 years on, and we are still together. When we met, neither one of us could speak the other ones language, so we communicated with a dictionary, and body language. I must admit it was hard at the start, as I was not aware of how things worked in normal ( Japanese ) households when it came to salaries. She wanted to be in control of it, to pay for the usual monthly household bills. I did that for a few years. Then I decided to change that system. I give her ( ¥200,000 and I keep the other ¥300,000 )She was obviously not happy, but we made it work. I suppose for the first few years I went along with the program, as I heavily depended on her for everything I did or needed. I didn’t know the language, which heavily impacted my day to day life.
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  243. Nobita san, as an Orthodox Christian I sincerely thank you for this video . Greetings from Greece
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  244. I'm Japanese American. Whenever I go to Japan and try to speak Japanese, I always get the weirdest looks.
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  245. (8:17) It disturbs me that they automatically assume the husband is an abuser. This could lead to situations where the mother abuses the child and pins all the blame on the father.
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  246. I know you covered this a while back but I’m glad you’re speaking on it again in 2022. So many folks worldwide feel so detached and outcasted from society that they isolate themselves from others. Now there’s various reasons for this and there is no one set cause of it but overall folks are unplugging from interacting with others. Keep up the great work Nobita.
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  247. I have followed your channel for a very long time and I want to say I enjoy how you have grown. Your content has changed a lot over the years and I especially love what you have been doing in more recent years. You have handled such difficult topics with dignity and care. You have shown Japan a level of depth and realism that many other Japan content creators shy away from. There is a lot more to Japan than surface level fluff and I like how you have given many other Japanese (and foreign) people a voice to share their experiences and opinions, even if they differ from the norm.
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  248. I am Japanese Brazilian and we call ourselves Nikkei. When I was living in Japan, Japanese people easily understood when I said, my parents immigrated to Brazil.
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  249. I definitely want to hear the negatives because I'm afraid that I am going to arrive in Tokyo and never want to leave, so thank you so much for these videos. They really are very helpful.
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  250. War crimes are hard to forget. My Korean mother still hates Japan with a passion. Funny thing is that my mother was born in 1950 but some of her relatives probably experienced it.
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  251. パワハラ(power harassment) seems like a big issue. I have heard people mention it a lot.
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  252. This is the kind of jounralism I wish more people would aspire to. Thank You Nobita
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  253. I'm a woman turning 30 next year and been living in Japan for 6 years, I'm having so much fun here and love living here and would like to stay here longer while I'm at this age, but I'm so scared that if I continue to live here I will pretty much die alone. During my stay in Japan I've not experienced any romance at all. I'm currently faced to make a decision if I should give up my successful arts career (something I cannot pursue in my home country) and happiness to move back to my home country just so I can find a supportive life-partner
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  254. "the lower self-worth se has, the more likely she is to cheat" ... damn that resumes pretty well my first experience, constantly trying to help her see how pretty she was and got cheated on, great...
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  255. Japanese people hold back their feelings and try not to show them as much as possible..pretending they are doing fine. As the man 9:22 says, I think we should rely on someone when needed. Family, friends, anyone close to can talk even small chat makes difference. Thank you Nobita-san for making this video!
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  256. Nobita-san, you're courageous to share this to us, your audience. I appreciate your efforts.
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  257. Wow Nobita-san. I was reading a book on Christians in Japan this morning and boom you post a long video about it today! I really enjoy your channel and that you tackle difficult subjects in an unbiased and factual way. You do the world a service by doing that. Thank you.
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  258. Glad this is something you’re highlighting Nobita. That isn’t just happening in Japan but also in America as well. Students are expected to go to college in the hopes of getting into a well paying career yet the teachers and the college themselves fail to tell the students on paying back student loans and the cost of tuition payments. That’s why most ppl (mainly men) in the US are taking up trades which is a far better option in terms of money and long term practical application.
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  259. I'm Australian, and for most of my life so far, if a person with Australian citizenship later took up the citizenship of another country, then under our law they automatically forfeited their Australian citizenship. Meanwhile, because we're a high-immigration country, we could see millions of people come here, eventually take up Australian citizenship, and still get to retain their previous citizenship as well (if the laws of their country of previous citizenship allowed it). Such an arrangement obviously privileged immigrants over native-born Australians, and the law was eventually changed in 2002 to allow Australian citizens to similarly acquire a second citizenship without losing their first.
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  260. Aimie (the lady with blond hair) nails it for me. As we all know, Japanese people are very considerate and polite. However, I've always felt there's a coldness and uncaring behind this pleasant facade. It's like they take the "Don't bother anyone" creed far, far too much, too deep into too many areas of life that actually don't, shouldn't, or must not need it. I wonder how Japan would be as a society if the Japanese people were just a little bit empathetic, sympathetic, caring, and loving towards one another.
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  261. Why am I getting emotional watching this. 🤣 I just love seeing Chris be so appreciated. 🥲
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  262. This is probably one of the best episodes. And I'm so soooo glad you interviewed women!! As an autistic women I know hor hard it is to get diagnosed – women are being constantly underdiagnosed and most of them learn they're autistic in their 20s and later, while most of men in childhood. Which is why women also get depression and anxiety etc. because they go through life trying to fit in and be like others even though it's impossible and it's not who they are. So happy to see how it is in Japan, and sadly it's not better than other countries. America and western/north Europe might be best (still not good though), but here in ky country (Poland) it's terrible. Most psychiatrists don't believe in autism, we have almost no proffesionals that do diagnosis, and you will probably hear that you have social anxiety or something else, and it'll take years and years to finally get the right diagnosis.
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  263. I thought the Student Loan Crisis was bad in America, but it seems like its worse in Japan. As a person who has been paying back student loans since 2010, I feel their pain. At least the US has affordable repayment options for Federal Student loans, but not for Private Student loans I feel like the problem stems from the rising cost of tuition and most of these students are not getting a return on their investment when they graduate from college. The government needs to reinvest in education so that college can be more affordable to students and give the teachers a better salary. If that doesn't happen then people are going to stop going to college because its a waste of time and money.
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  264. You never imagine interviews with kind of people. Only Nobita does! This is really interesting.
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  265. Totally agree, western people are always so fast to scream "discrimination". These two have a very good world view, I like it.
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  266. I hope Japan will realize people with ASD are still people. Both of my kids have ASD. And where they have more needs and are different people stare at them alot makes me feel uncomfortable. I've even had people cuss me out. But I've met nice people to. I hope Japan will be more accepting.
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  267. I appreciate how Komuro honestly explains how severe the consequences are in your professional post-AV career. I’ve see a few interviews where former and current actors say they would be fine having their own children enter the industry. Before WILLINGLY agreeing to AV I hope more people realize that it’s difficult (but not necessarily impossible) to bounce back after AV retirement.
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  268. Having taught in Korea and experiencing the culture there, I definitely see similarities. It’s such a shame that bullying exists. However with education and sensitivity training, we can certainly help to reduce it. Keep up the great work here 🙌💯😎👍
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  269. This problem is not only in Japan. All developed countries have low birthrate. Because women with higher education and working make less babies. And some just don't want to be bothered with children. If you focus on native European population, european birthrate is also a disaster. The difference is that Japan has less immigration.
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  270. I think we can all agree that relationships in general can be pretty difficult, we all have our own goals and preferences so its hard to satisfy both people, cultural differences just adds to this
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  271. This is good journalism. You go directly to the source.
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  272. I was in a whisky bar in Kyoto wearing a shirt from a concert I went to the previous week. It's a Japanese band (Band-Maid) so there was Japanese writing on the shirt. A Japanese man at the bar was pretty nasty to me about it, gave me a dirty look and said "you don't even know what that word means." I did know, but when I explained it he looked even more disgusted and said that I look stupid wearing it (possibly true, but unnecessarily hostile... I had done NOTHING that could be construed as rude or offensive besides existing with that shirt.) I couldn't help but wonder how it would be received if I was nasty to every Japanese person wearing a Metallica shirt. I recognize that this one idiot doesn't represent all Japanese people, but it was a pretty unwelcoming feeling to be challenged like that for wearing the shirt of my favorite band. People are too quick to assume that if a Westerner likes anything Japanese, then they're fetishizing it (weaboo) and disrespecting the culture. I just happen to like a few Japanese bands and that shouldn't be looked down upon. I don't consider that isolated experience as "discrimination" or "racism", it was just some asshole who happens to be Japanese. Every country has them. On that same trip, I walked into an Izakaya in Narita and a worker walked up to me and made a big "X" with their arms and said "Japanese only. You leave." Again, this isn't representative of most of Japan, it's just some idiot who didn't want my business. The izakaya down the street was happy to serve me though, and all of my other business experiences that week were very pleasant. All that said, I've seen non-Japanese acting shitty in Japan far more than Japanese people, so I can understand why some of them just don't want to deal with foreigners.
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  273. I really love their way of thinking. ☺️ They take things positively. And LOVE what they do to help Japanese and non Japanese understand each other because the issue here is a big language and cultural barrier between us.
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  274. what a beautiful person, both inside and out!
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  275. Nobita, I used to dislike your videos because I had a bias against you. But now, I have to admit your videos are very watchable, informative and helpful lately. Your channel has clearly improved a lot compared to a few months ago. Keep providing like this video, I will definitely stick to your videos. Truly appreciate your effort for making these videos.
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  276. This is actually something I've noticed when taking Japanese classes with native speakers. Those who have experienced Western culture by living, studying and working there tended to be a much better match in terms of actual teaching and conversations. It seemed a lot easier to make connections on a friendship level as well, so I'd definitely agree there. Of course as always, there are exceptions but in general, this has been my observation. It also tends to go hand in hand with the drawbacks Nobita mentions and by nature removes most of them, given a level of independence is necessary to be able to provide for oneself in a foreign country.
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  277. thank you for this. i recently became a single father (not actually a father) when i took in my sisters kid and adopted him. it has been so difficult, i am 26 but i can barely keep up with him. even in america, i still face those weird looks when i go shopping or to the park. everyone assumes i cannot cook or clean, they assume his mother does all that.
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  278. It's the same problem as South Korea. Japan NEEDS to change social norms. They can't stubbornly cling to old mentalities and traditions. A total overhaul, such as more focus on mental health, better work culture, and overall better communication is needed. Takes two to raise a family.
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  279. Thanks for the video, it's scary seeing how the pattern is same in most countries. With young people my age being fudged while nothing is being done.
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  280. I have a cousin in this situation. I am french, and my uncle was married to a Japanese woman. When they divorced, my uncle didn't see my cousin for years. Nowadays, he is only allowed to speak to him in monthly video calls of 2 hours. During one of the calls, it became apparent that his mother was prompting him what to say during the calls, by sitting off camera and showing him notes. She tried to make him say he didn't love his father and didn't want to see him anymore, but he broke down in tears.
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  281. Is it strange? Yes. Will it become a booming business? Definitely.
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  282. Funny story, in a Japanese yakiniku restaurant my family and I wanted hot tea and the workers were so worried till the point that they gave a plate of ice, they were like “euuh? hotto?” Very nice people, I miss Japan.
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  283. Wow, this is definitely the best video you've made, Nobita. Probably I'm minority, but I much prefer Nobita's interviews rather than Yuta's ones. Thank you for the great interview!
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  284. Adding on, I don't date because it's not about you anymore. It's you and this person you are dating. You have to think about their state of mind as well as your state of mind. Sex, food, money, shelter, communication, etc. all come into play. People don't think about this, they think about "Oh yeah I'm not lonely anymore!" No. Image dating someone who is two-faced or a cheater and wasting years of your life with this type of person. It's pretty scary. You can't get that time back, money, effort, etc.
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  285. Thank you for interviewing me Nobita san, and bringing up this topic.😊 All I wish is to keep our culture, tradition and harmony in this changing society😊✨🙏
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  286. She is a beautiful woman with a wonderful attitude. I wish her all the best!
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  287. Don't feel embarrassed over your English, I love your accent a lot. :) It brings so much charm to your content. :)
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  288. My husband has single eyelids and he told me that he got bullied a lot for it. It's so bizarre to me because I find his eyes so beautiful. He doesn't have "small eyes", but their shape is like an almond. His under eyelid is quite plump as well, which accentuates it. When he smiles or laughs, his eyes do disappear a bit in a quarter moon shape like those small BN biscuits for any French speakers out there. I find it so cute and endearing. He told me that his classmates and even his professors would make fun of him for it, asking him: "Are your eyes open? Can you even see? Yah, open your eyes!". It is messed up that even adults enforce that idea on kids. He also told me that in Korea, people with round eyes are said to come from the south, while people with the "small" elongated eyes are said to have northern blood. His face is very northern and he looks like a Mongol. It's great for me as I find their features to be more masculine, in my opinion.
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  289. It’s a sad thing to be cheated on. In America, it’s a very big problem when it comes to relationships and marriage as I’m sure it’s a problem worldwide as well. It’s one of several reasons why so many in America do the hookup culture which is so ubiquitous. Marriages are decreasing and some folks are just living together only instead of being married. Glad this is being covered by you Nobita.
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  290. I've lived here in Japan since 1975, first in Tokyo, then Yokohama and now in the Kobe area. I grew up here as a child and now I continue to live here. I am female with pale skin that burns easily, green eyes, and reddish blonde hair. From childhood in Tokyo in the 70s, children would point and yell "gaijin da" (there's an outsider/foreigner), even from across the street, along with laughing out loud as they looked at me. I had people "pet" my hair, comment on its color and texture, pull it to see what I would do. Often, older high school girls would command me "Oi soko no kinpatsu gaijin koi" (Hey, you golden haired foreigner, come here!) I commuted to school by train, towards Tokyo so it was packed. From when I was about 13, chikan (perverts) on the train would touch me all over, my younger brother would try to protect me, it really sucked. The great friends I had were in our neighborhood, all Japanese kids who would stand up for me against the bullies. So, once I became friends with people, they were awesome. However when I went out of my "zone" where people knew me or my family, then there were tons of "gaijin da" (there's an outsider) with pointing and laughing. I learned to be the best as I could at speaking Japanese. So, when words came out of my mouth, people were often shocked. At first they would say 'we don't speak English', I would quickly tell them in Japanese that I was speaking Japanese! LOL yes, that happened all the time! So judgement happens from looking at the outward appearance. It would get tiring answering multiple questions like "can you use chopsticks", the way I look at it now is people are searching for something you might have in common, as well as being interested in how unique you are. It is not always comfortable. People were not threatened by me because I am not tall, and am female. I have not had my "gaikokujintorokusho" or "zairyukaado" (foreigner's id card back in the day, or visa/living/staying id card now), checked at all on the street. However, the rorikon (pedophiles) men are disgusting, touching young girls all over in the trains-sometimes even working in pairs to pin young girls. That was in the 70s and 80s, I think things are better now. As for my husband (who has pale skin, dark brown hair and blue eyes and is tall and big) and my son who is tall, they have a different, worse story to tell. Both of them have been stopped multiple times by police, asking to show their 'zairyukaado'. My husband has been stopped four times in our neighborhood alone! Our son has been pushed out of the train three times by three different men, all were in a rage and said "gaikokujin kaere" (foreigner, go home) on each time-those happened during the Covid-19 three years, when there were not many foreigners here, only people with working visas or permanent residency and their dependents. I would say Covid was hard, lots of stares, lots of nasty looks. Having kind, Japanese friends makes a difference. At work there is lots of racism-you would need a much longer essay to cover that. I do think, trying to live like those around us, dressing similarly, following the road rules, walking rules and general cultural norms is important. I would like Japanese to look inward and try to understand more how others who look differently might think or feel before saying things like 'there is no racism in Japan'. After living here most of my life I think there is racism in Japan, and have experienced it first hand, however it is more underground now (in the last 20 or so years) it is not as full on towards me, but for my husband and son it is very in your face at times. The first question my husband always gets is; "is your wife Japanese?" When he tells them, no, the men especially are often relieved! I am thankful there are good people too, for kindness that some show in the society all around us. Please though, do not deny that there is any racism. Some people are just ignorant and rude. We need to change that by being honest and by talking with our neighbors, also by breaking down barriers to communication.
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  291. So she's going to wait 12 years to divorce her husband and be miserable in the mean time? That's so sad. Her daughter is worse off seeing a loveless marriage. Both parents are unhappy and don't have a chance to move on with a new partner that suits them better. Communication really is so important.
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  292. it's not really the insecurity, people are also forgetting the pretty privilege that comes along with putting your best possible face forward to society. I get treated better when I'm looking my best. But yes it does become a problem if you can't even show your bare face to your partner
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  293. Why is dating so hard in Japan? The answer is that the Japanese don’t even know what they want or living for in life. 😩
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  294. Yes I can totally understand. My daughter's Japanese Grandmother abducted my daughter right after she was born. I was fortunate that my family has connections in the Canadian government. The fact that my former mother in law held my daughter for Ransom it was considered kidnapping in Canada so the consulate was involved and then we went out with the Canadian government to Seize my daughter back. The Japanese federal police were there to assist and many of the police officers were very helpful and smiling when my ex wife and daughter came out to join us. Sad story and affected my daughter to this day. Now we will return to Japan since she is legal age now. Japan should know better they are acting like NORTH KOREA.
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  295. When he asked why the women won't ask men out "Well, if it goes poorly, it'll feel like I screwed up too much" Ya honey, that's what it feels like for the men all the time.
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  296. The work culture has to change
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  297. The lesson is : Young women, just don't be agreed with perfect unknown persons that bring to you miracle jobs like this. The concept of saying "no" : this MUST change , humans are so tied to culture and things like this that they can't even change it by changing themselves ? It' s just what it is all about , changing yourself to change the world around you. I don't think humans are so limited in their consciouness.
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  298. As an autistic person, I really appreciate this video ❤️✨️
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  299. She is extremely beautiful. Btw I've noticed that people with ASD tend to be overrepresented at anime conventions and other Japanese-related events. My theory is that people with ASD tend to prefer the visual aesthetics of Japan.
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  300. As a Filipina, I have never experienced discrimination in Japan most of the time and I attribute it with my face that blends with the Japanese crowd. However, a lot of Japanese would only notice that I'm a foreigner once I open my mouth as I don't speak Japanese very well. Maybe the Japanese feel mendoukusai in dealing with me with my not so fluent Japanese but I'd say they are still polite or very good at tatemae. I think the "racism" in Japan mainly stems from ignorance. It only hits differently when I deal with my in-laws as there's a gap with their English and my Japanese but I never felt excluded even in my husband's family. They even express interest about Philippine culture and enjoy Filipino food. Language barrier can be patched up for sure (me making my Japanese better). Well, I guess I'm just lucky.
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  301. If I was Japanese and I was surrounded around mono lids, I could understand the want to be beautiful, otherworldly, etc. but to the outside world, where western countries don’t see many mono lids, I find them so beautiful and unique to Asians.
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  302. Thanks Nobita for rising the subject. Let's be honest, this is happening in every country. Especially in Canada and muslims countries. I'm a foreigner living in Canada, my ex-wife, from the same nationality as me, decided under the advices of feminist group in the province of Quebec, to abduct our two children, and to accuse me of abuse on my daughter. In Quebec, women are encourage to act like this, they are not punished for their actions. I never saw my daughter again. I got the custody of my son after four years of battles. I raised alone since he was 8 years old, but I never saw my daughter again. And nobody, nobody gave a f... about it. It's not only Japan. To my opinion, it's better for a child to be raised in Japan than in North America. North America doesn't have anything to offer to a child. North America has no values. If you marry someone from a foreign country, it's your responsibility to check the different situation who can happen. For sure, children should never be taken as hostage. Every child needs his/her both parents.
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  303. Wow, what an interesting perspective for her to have. Very enlightening. I love her attitude in this interview.
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  304. I'm a grocery manager and can say that drinking less is a global trend. Conventional domestic beer sales are trending down. However, within the downward trend there is a growth for craft beer and women market-oriented beverages such as alcomalts and hard seltzers. Domestic comercial beer is for the older generations while the young hipsters go for craft beer. The younger drinkers drink less but are ready to spend more for their drink. Thanks to the higher price-point of craft beer I have increased revenues from shrinking volume. In the three past years my non-alcoholic beers and wines sales have exploded. My craft beer and non-alcoholic segments are squishing the commercial domestic beers out of my shelfspace.
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  305. In all honesty, there needs to be a great incentive by governments in general to convince people to want to have children. Little time for parental leave isn't going to cut it. The mention of money is also important; people need to be paid better. The incentive to giving new parents aid until the baby is a few years old isn't going to help; extend the financial aid until one of many factors happens: The child is of age, parents make better money, child gets a job, etc. Promoting more tax deductibles that contribute to raising children will also help. Long-term is what governments need to think about to promote a boost in birth rates.
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  306. Being single is not hard when reaching 40s. Besides, it’s much easier to live life. However, it is more likely to hear friends and colleagues having family issues.
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  307. I was always curious about the evolution of single eyelids and double eyelids. I don't really feel concerned about the aesthetics of it since both look fine to me. What intrigues me is why some humans developed single eyelids overtime while others developed double eyelids. Certain physical features in humans aren't present merely by accident after all. They exist because there was some sort of natural benefit to it. I also think that this biological perspective makes it easier for me to appreciate the uniqueness of different physical features in different ethnic groups. To me it's like these features are trying to tell a story of where these ethnicities come from and what enviromental and biological factors shaped them into how they look today.
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  308. In Japan, we have a strong sense of 'Jiko Sekinin/SELF-RESPONSIBILITY' It basically means, 'Whatever happens to you, you have to take the whole resposibility.' It's good in a way, but it makes people cold and unwilling to help other people. 😔😞 But to help kids, we adults need to change our mentality and allow ourselves to more easily ask for help and help each other.
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  309. I don't remember who said it but "it's not the great shocks that break us, but the petty tyrannies of the everyday that wear us down." A couple can survive disaster because it's an immediate big problem. Long-term small problems are harder to ignore. I'm glad my wife is patient with me being home so much right now. It helps I do most of the housework and am a good cook!
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  310. This video was a shock. I had always assumed that education in Japan was lavishly funded. I have now been knocked out of my ivory tower. Again. Thank you for the video.
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  311. I’m hispanic, I started wearing makeup when I was 18 but I don’t feel pressured to do it everyday, I’ve been on out with my husband and sometimes I don’t wear any makeup. I wish more women would feel the same freedom
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  312. As a native Korean I would like to say some. Extreme seniority Yes, seniority matters in Korea much more than in Japan, especially until early twenties. But I don't think it's that extreme as depicted in the video. These days it's more common to go dutch unless a senior keeps insisting to pay for all. I find it strange that Nobita had that experience of paying for everyone, because Koreans usually respect cultural differences and treat foreign guests with caution. They were prolly spoiled ones exploiting you :( Very influenced by trends Very true. There are people like me who really don't like following the trend and look the same, but I think I'm still minority in Korea. Not sure about giving a weird look to unique style though. I mean if a Korean sees a gyaru on the street of Seoul, that person will get all the attention, but Koreans value and appreciate unique style as well. Maybe that weird look thing only happens among women? Girlfriend is a princess I think this is a bit outdated. Because gender equality is a major social issue these days in Korea, there are more men who treat women as equals. Mindset of paying for women is way more common for men in Gen X than millennials/Gen Z. But I'd say Korean men in general definitely want to show their affections (including the willingness to pay) than the Japanese guys. Koreans don't hate japan That's right. We only hate how the Japanese government keep changing their stance about what happened during Japanese occupation. It's like one prime minister apologizes, but the next prime minister makes the previous apology obsolete by his own remarks. This is totally different from how Germany keeps their apologizing stance consistent about their wrongdoings to Jewish people. anyhow, this content was enjoyable and I'd love to experience Japanese culture as well. Thanks for the vid!
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  313. The Chief Editor has the correct mindset about Christianity. This religion isn't forced on people, but sadly some people do that for proffit or because "they have to". Christianity respects other people's beliefs and culture. It shapes you to be kind, patient, giving and helping. Even if you do not believe in God, simply by listening and understanding means a lot. It's a poorly understood religion but I personally had no issues with people of other faiths or sects.
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  314. I never understood the "immature = attractive" thing. Even from anime and hentai you could find female characters who were both mature and sexy at the same time. On a personal note I always found them more appealing than the immature "kawaii" female characters. They would just come across as annoying to me.
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  315. I visited japan in may of last year and I loved it. I went as a solo traveler and always focused on being respectful and polite to everyone. I really enjoyed my time in Japan and I felt very welcome. I will be returning to Japan in October and I am really looking forward to seeing and experiencing more of the country and culture!
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  316. Thank you so much for interviewing us Nobita as part of this video! We had a fun interview and hope our story can give hope to other couples struggling with infertility!
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  317. Cheating is damn disgusting and no one should be ok with it.
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  318. If it makes them feel better, the way governments handled covid made a lot of people worldwide very lonely.
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  319. I sometimes feel more lonely in a large group of people than I do when I am actually alone.
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  320. Chris is the embodiment of positivity, and Trash Taste is opposite . But that’s why it’s called “Trash Taste” 😅 and another thing is that the Japanese culture is always positive, they are sensitive when other speak negatively 😅 I think those haters have not travelled overseas before, and made comparisons with two countries
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  321. Folks are so enamored with NTR and hook up culture that they actually believe there’s nothing wrong with it. If you’re tired of the one you’re with move on from them. Don’t waste their time lying to them like you love them when you don’t.
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  322. This is awesome the way the couple talks to and about their relationship and eachother. There is love there, respect, trust, honesty and understanding. Divorce isn't a failure here, it's not a period. It's a semicolon on their life together. Very good video!
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  323. I have the opposite problem. My asian mom has always been strict with me not using makeup since it’d ruin my face.. so I started with skincare instead. But I always felt left out from my girlfriends when they would dress up and get ready for an event because while they used makeup I just sat silently and watched. I didn’t have the skills to do anything, and having hooded eyes just made learning eyeliner much more frustrating.
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  324. Just be respectful. In Japan and help out It may take some time. Build friendship
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  325. For me this was your best video. Japan needs to work towards a system of shared custody and shared care. The woman who spoke about the child pretending they don’t want to see the other parent in order to placate the parent they currently live with , she was really wise.
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  326. Hey Nobita!! I really really appreciate your perspective and showcasing different societal issues in Japan. I'm a japanese American living in the US, and I love your videos that show honest and timely issues of Japan.
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  327. I really think the biggest thing that pushes kids in other countries to learn English is so that they can enjoy English media like video games, TV, and movies. If they enjoyed more English TV shows, Movies, and games as young kids, they would learn so much more from those than any classroom. They would also feel more confident in the classroom because they would have already had practice with the language in the comfort of their own house with no pressure of grades on them.
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  328. As a Chinese study historical consciousness in Japan with a German supervisor, I feel angry about how the authorities in China and Japan try to beautify their crimes, such as the aggression and atrocities committed by the Japanese Army and Navy and the violations of human rights by the Chinese Communist Party. Although the dominators should take most of the responsibility, as civilians,we shall not tolerate their crimes by our ignorance. Because if we tolerate their crimes committed decades ago, we can hardly correct their mistakes made in yesterday or stop their crimes in the future.
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  329. I remember a term called "Himono Onna" (干物女) which was used for women in their end 20s and 30s who gave up on relationships and love. I wonder if it's still a thing? I'm also in my 30s now and single and I can confirm that it get's harder to meet someone if you work a full-time job and only have a small circle of friends. I'm also at a point where I want to give up marriage and just live on my own.
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  330. That’s one of many common problems/misconceptions ppl have about dating overseas or dating someone of a different race/culture than you. The concept you have of them could be vastly different than the reality of who they are as an individual. This is one of many reasons not to get your hopes up nor have unrealistic expectations of others. Thanks for this video Nobita.
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  331. As someone who don't drink or go to any kind of sexual establishment, i see this as an absolute win
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  332. Nobita San. Thank you so much for this video. You are a real citizen of the world located in your wonderful country of Japan. I really, really enjoyed this particular video.
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  333. That was very kind of the wife to jump in and let her husband know he did a great job as a husband and father.
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  334. Nobita is such a Chad. Everytime I watch Youtubers talk about "Life in Japan" I cannot relate. I have been living in Japan for a few years and I am always blown away when other foreigners describe their experience. I feel like they stayed in a different country. However, every time Nobita brings up some topic that I had experience with it is spot on. This video was great too. I am currently dating a Japanese woman. I was worried about the problems that Nobita talked about in the video, but I also found that couples that have a "global mindset" and experience living abroad develop deeper relationships than a weaboo that likes Anime dating a Japanese girl who likes Western movies. (It is kind of obvious but still). Anyway, keep on bringing these bangers Nobita!
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  335. Thanks! English tip: when saying they are doing something to avoid Japanese law, instead of sating "get away from the Japanese law" a common phrase would be "to get around." "To skirt" could also be used ("to get around Japanese law" / "to skirt Japanese law".) Hope you take this comment in the helpful spirit it was made!
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  336. When I took Japanese in college my professor was sansei. Her family went through a lot with WWII (interment camps) and afterwards they didn’t speak Japanese at home. So she didn’t grow up speaking or doing very many typical Japanese cultural things. When she decided to study Japanese and eventually went to Japan as an exchange student, she had a pretty rough time because people expected her to be culturally Japanese when she was totally an American coed. Arata sensei was the best tho ❤️
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  337. this nearly reaches movie/docu level many voices, high production value cheers to Nobita san
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  338. Thank you for this video. As a Korean, I can sympathize with both sides. From a Korean side, the painful history of the past shapes their childhood and national identity as they learn about all the horrible things from the colonization era. Yet, from a Japanese side, many people do not learn about such a history and also feel strongly that the present generation has nothing to do with something that happened 70-100 years ago. Also, the Japanese goverment wants to shape and protect Japanese national identity, which does not want to incorporate the war crimes as a part of its national identity unlike Germany. In short, the two countries have a very different approach to understanding and shaping the historical identity that defines who they are. For Koreans to be Korean, embracing Japanese war crime is necessary. For Japanese, they don't want to dwell on that past but move forward. Also, the concept of "otherness" is not a welcome concept as Americans would understand. Japan has been a very homogenous country with mainly one race unlike USA with so many ethnicities. So, having Jainichi (Korean-Japanese) communities continually refusing to assimilate to become one with other Japanese to share in the same historical identity as the same Japanese citizen presents a huge issue for many Japanese and certainly for Japanese government. It is such a difficult, unresolved issue, but having a video about this topic is great way to think about what the resolution can be because this will create discussion between the two sides to hopefully understand each other.
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  339. As someone who works for a Japanese nursery company, I think you should take a deeper dive into the state of childcare, especially early child care. It is not uncommon for infant and toddler classes to be overcrowded with only 2-3, maybe 4, overworked teachers to watch them. Childcare workers and teachers are increasing in demand bc we are quitting by the dozens due to the sheer level of overwork and stress. Stress that leads to many careless mistakes that can cost our children their lives. Every other month there is a tragic story of negligence in a Japanese nursery, but nothing changes to make our jobs easier and the pay is laughably low. It is no wonder the birth rate is declining when in cities like Tokyo you pay so much money for your child to be borderline neglected by people who are overworked and underpaid. I wouldn’t want to have kids in Japan either; the childcare system here is painfully outdated with even the “good” private preschools that advertise western approaches ditching them in order to make a profit.
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  340. In a comedic perspective, his humor is in forms of skits, visual humor and sarcastic remarks. The Japanese love visual humor and the west loves sarcasm, and everyone loves skits. His humorous personality definitely fits in perfectly as a content creator foreigner living in Japan
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  341. Once again I thank you for your fair coverage of this topic considering how it is seen in Japan and even now here in the West. I pray the best for this lady and her husband/family. Your videos are always informative in one form or another.
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  342. I'm originally from the same general area as Chris, I apologise for our accent and humour which can be an acquired taste 😅 These days I work in Hong Kong so me and my wife like to try and come to Japan at least once a year to visit, but we come for skiing and our favourite place is actually Niigata prefecture. It is still yet to be overrun by the hoards of foreign tourists that descend on the bigger Hokkaido resorts or even Hakuba, and the local people were so hospitable that it took my breath away. We can't wait to go back in January for our honeymoon
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  343. Nobita is really good at interviewing I learned a lot from this video
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  344. Nobita should really emphasis more on the donation link (at the start for example), since his videos are not sponsored. The growing quality and the work to bring new and difficult subject should be more rewarding. Anyway, I'll keep supporting the channel and if you don't and you like the content (and have the budget), it's a way to keep promoting a good youtuber 🙂
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  345. I probably had a bit of this lifestyle in my twenties, I was just existing. I don't remember much from this period of my life but I think it started when my dad disowned me, my mothers response to always sitting in my room was that I should move out, which honestly made things worse, now I was just completely isolated. I eventually got better through therapy and reconciling more with my mother but it did cost me my twenties, I'm turning 29 soon and the last proper party I was at was when I had just turned 20, I have not travelled outside my country, except for just across the border to get some discount products, in about the same period of time. Still, there is nothing you can do to change the past, I'll have to live with the fact that when other people talk about all the shit they did, all I can say is I did nothing, I don't intend to get married or have kids for this same reason, I want to see a bit of the world and try to enjoy the last 40 or so years I've got left. Men in my family tend to die early. So my guess is it's genetic. As depressing as this may sound, my future (from my point of view) is looking a lot brighter than it did just 5 years ago, so I'm actually quite content.
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  346. Don't worry Bro "Generalizing" is a word that used to knee cap me alot at the start too. But overall, these are very interesting comparisons...didn't seem as biased as I'd have thought it to be but in the end, you were upfront about it being your experience and situation generally. Mad respect
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  347. Where and when are we supposed to meet people? It seems like every place to meet someone either costs money or is slowly being shut down. That's if you even have time to socialize after work, house chores and sleep.
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  348. Thank you for the interview .You are a great interviewer as always my grandma was happy to see you too😊 I hope I can find someone in the future lol🤣 I'm editing a video of you right now！thank you nobita san as always😊💓
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  349. Japan seems like the perfect place for people with social problems. Just by the nature of how things are done there.
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  350. As a European I love mono eyelids too. Well I think they are just as attractive as double eyelids. I guess you tend to always want what you don't have or what is considered the current "standard of beauty"
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  351. I teach Japanese people English in Australia for free. The majority I meet are female. As an Aussie guy, I can comment on a few traits I have noticed about Japanese women, and Japanese people in general: 1. Japanese people in Western Countries can sometimes have different traits to Japanese people in Japan. This is because they have had to overcome certain Japanese cultural issues to exist in a Western Country. An example is that Japanese women will generally be slightly more confident in Australia, because they want to learn English. 2. That being said, Japanese people are often cripplingly shy. They often do not want to disturb you, even though you are friends and it is perfectly OK. I have found that I often have to initiate social interactions with Japanese friends, as they are hesitant to do the same thing with me. Even when using LINE or messaging apps, Japanese people will often not want to bother you. 3. Japanese people (especially girls) hate conflict or resistance. This is really a dangerous trait to have in a Western country, especially for women. Guys here will often keep going with certain behaviours, until the woman says "no." This means that women who never say no can end up in dangerous or uncomfortable situations. They need to learn here that it is OK to say no to people. 4. Japanese women easily fall in love (especially with Western guys). It is very hard not to hurt the feelings of Japanese women. Most of the Japanese girls I have taught have eventually expressed feelings for me, and it is very difficult to not hurt their feelings. A few Japanese women have told me that Japanese women often expect you to be "Boyfriend and Girlfriend" before you can be physically intimate in Japan, whereas in Western Countries it is usually the opposite.
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  352. I really hope more women in Japan are able to break free from this trend. I can't imagine the stress for people with sensitive skin or even just a tight schedule. Who wants to feel forced to devote that time daily to what should be an optional activity? I live in the states, and I know lots of people who wear no makeup or use it infrequently. It's nice to have the freedom to choose without feeling like you will be the only one living that way.
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  353. I once saw someone wearing a hoodie and clothes covering all of their body walking in Japan and immediately knew he wasn’t Japanese from the way he was walking with a more energetic stride than the rest of the people around him. So even your gait can be something that shows where you’re from.
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  354. I need my boyfriend to see this. He is Japanese and his ex-wife abducted their 3 children. Since she definitely refused to bring him his kids, he fell in a deep deep depression. I tried to help him get through but he wouldn't even try anymore. Unlike foreign parents, and probably like many Japanese dads, he is not willing to fight. He is afraid to be a trouble maker, maybe they have been brainwashed and hates him etc. So he just gave up. But he will never be happy if he isn't reunited with them. Plus the mum is quite an abuser. He wouldn't call her that as he is her brainwashed victim too, but his family explained me and she is crazy. I worry for his kids as much as I worry for him. I really need him to fight but he doesn't even talk about it anymore and it's hard to bring the subject...
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  355. This is very disheartening. But it’s nothing new. Exploiting the weaknesses and insecurities of vulnerable people. The dark side of mankind that exists in all cultures. I hope the people trying to help these young women get more support from the government.
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  356. As Mexican American Indigenous, we also had great Japanese foreigners living in Mexico, Central America and South American, including in the United States. So shout out to those Japanese Americans and Japanese Hispanics
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  357. As a father (not a single Father) this made me a bit teary eyed. Great video.
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  358. To many people in Japan end up married because of pressure, it’s considered as normal to be married and have a family at a certain age and especially in a country with a shame culture like Japan people will just do what ever is considered as normal in society. Woman are considered to old once they hit their 30’s and men need to continue their family linage. As someone who worked in the dating/marriage industry mostly in SEA I was shocked how fast many couples in Japan get married without actually knowing each other... Talking about feelings, problems or sex is a big taboo, men live to work while woman live to take care of their kids. Many men have almost 0 experience with relationships or dating in general and then suddenly end up getting married in less then a year and many woman look to much at a men’s career, wealth or social status instead of their character. The only reason the divorce rate wasn’t higher in the past is because couples try to save their face in public, that’s also one of the reasons why cheating is so common especially for couples around their 30’s
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  359. I have autism and I want to live in Japan and work as an artist. Thanks for the upload.
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  360. Western people, especially English speaking ones are very expressive and individualistic. The famous sociologist, Abraham Maslow coined the term "self-actualisation" - hence a lot of western weebs made their "passion" very apparent and show to everyone as part of their identity. A lot of stories, especially coming from the US revealed about how kids and teenagers there are also pretty conformist in certain way, people who watch anime were bullied or treated like an outcast. So the recent explosion of anime is like those "discriminated" group "coming out", and hence the parade-like expressiveness. In Asia, not only in Japan, everyone watches anime like it is normal. In many places, including Indonesia, we grew up watching Doraemon every Sunday morning. My Japanese client's boss knows "Shingeki no Kyoujin", my boss likes Dragon Ball, the other one proudly displays the entire Shohoku's starting five figurines from "Slam Dunk" in his office, the food delivery guy knows Naruto and discussed with our security guard about the recent Boruto episode. Nobody does ninja run or dress in obnoxious anime accessories, unless they are going to a convention like local comiket. It is just "normal" - nobody needs to be a weeb or otaku to watch anime or read manga. And yes, the school library has manga section, and back then, even my school teacher follows Detective Conan. Outside Japan, we already slowly started to see school teachers as just another human being - it is probably still quite a surprise to discover an upstanding member of society like school teacher to share the kid's hobby. That felt like 1990s Indonesia, when my entire class erupted when my teacher mentioned a popular TV episode like "eeeeh? Teacher watches TV too!!!".
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  361. I have watched a lot of TV-Japan with my wife when we had cable TV and I had to eventually ask her what's the deal with this. She told me it was so older people or people with hearing problems can watch TV and understand what's going on. The other 2 options you mentioned make sense as well. :) Thanks for going over this.
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  362. In 2015, I met a 19 years old guy working in a Kamakura hotel with Japanese and French parents, who told me that he had to choose between Japanese and French citizenship. I don't know which one he chose, but it was hard for him to 'discard' half of who he is. Since I have French and Canadian nationalities, I find it horrible.
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  363. Nobita, your journalism is better than anything in the mainstream. Been enjoying your content for years, and love seeing the steady growth in the professionalism of your presentations, along with consistently deep and thoughtful investigative work and personal reflections. All your work is much appreciated, as is the sensitivity of your character. Much love from the USA. ~tim
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  364. I am totally understand of what she is going through as I also have Autism Spectrum Disorder. It takes time to interact and socialized with others who are not in the spectrum.
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  365. As a forgein person living in Japan, I must say that I can get really angry with other forgeniers here, but with a minority of them!! Most of them are polite and respectful, but there are issues, mostly with taking pictures or videos of people without asking first and following them as show in this video for example, which I hate the most. And train can be very shocking experience for tourists and sometimes their behaviour can really put off japanese people (not respecting only women carriges in train for example), but again that is minority of visitors that unfortunetly paint a bad picture, even for us who are forgeiners living in Japan and respecting the culture. I think many people get over-excited while coming here to Japan and they want to visit all places they can and sometimes they make non-intentional mistakes. Many of them maybe cannot speak japanese and don't know all everday cultural parts of everyday japanese life and customs, except the well-known ones. And plasting their faces all over news and SNS is not really a good thing (at least censor them). But this turist behaviour problem is not only in Japan, it is happening everywhere around the world where tourists sometimes do even worse things than here in Japan. Just look up the news in Italy, Spain, Croatia, Greece and other tourist oriented places in Europe during summer and it is also so horrible. I understand that when you go somewhere to travel or vacation to relax and loose yourself a bit, but still some common manners and respectable behaviour should be prioritaized. Many tourists forget that the country they visit is someone's home and place of everyday living and working, and those people might not care that you are a tourist and may get irritated by you, because they have errands, job, things to do that are important for them on everyday basis. So, the rule I go by when visiting Japan or any other country is that you act like people there. You can take pictures, enjoy yourself but don't take the country you visit as your playground and be disrespectful and everything will be fine :)
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  366. Social media’s worst aspects are ruining the reputation of foreigners in Japan even more quickly than the usual foreign visitor behavior. My first suggestion to the Japanese is to not fool around with these social media fools and arrest them for poor public conduct. Then drive them to the nearest airport and deport them. Second, you’re never going to be Japanese. If you’re living in Japan accept that as a limitation and get on with living. The rest of life in Japan is fine. Enjoy it. Third, I appreciate the black guy’s perspective. Staying positive wins. Finally, many countries in the West are experiencing a severe decline in basic manners and consideration for others, so it is not surprising that the Japanese’s media notices this. If you are a foreigner visiting Japan, just be polite, be kind, and don’t be loud. You’ll do fine. P.S. The very last thing I would recommend is changing Japanese culture. It’s worth preserving and can only leave you worse off if you start trying to make wholesale changes.
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  367. I can relate to all this, My parents had an accident in 02, I was young, and my brothers both had families with little children. So as a former Army Medic, I took over the car of my mother, who was disabled. My relationship with my ex-girlfriend came to an end due to immigration, and she was not allowed in the US. So I had to juggle work and travel with my mother's care. It was hard. I ended up in 16, putting my mother in a nursing home due to her health went down. I lost her in 18. Now I am 52, single, and own a house that's is almost paid for after 25 years, And it's just me, no one else., So I totally can relate. I still have debt from all this, but it's almost gone. You really don't have time to have a relationship, and it's hard. One thing my city put in place was like child daycare. They started an Elderly daycare, and this helps a lot. Maybe as a suggestion, talk with cities and businesses to see about doing this to help their workers who are in this situation.
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  368. I’m starting to understand why Japan has such a birth/fertility problem. Hikikomori and hectic work life aside this is another issue adding to their problem.
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  369. History is there to teach us. Either how to handle a situation or how to not repeat it. It's not there so that we can condemn people for their ancestors' wrongdoings or to feel superiority over others. History must be taught and must never be sanitised, eitherwise we are in danger of repeating grave mistakes.
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  370. Good to see that you could approach this topic in a level way on your YT. Evenly presented with cautions, while service providers were calmly interviewed.
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  371. He went from kicking ass to teaching people how to kick ass, or prevent themselves from having their ass kicked.
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  372. This was really inspirational. I’m really curious what it’s like to be married to someone with different religious beliefs. I can imagine that being a source of stress in a relationship.
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  373. there is many similarities between Japanese work culture and where I work, long hours and team culture, nobody wants to be the first to leave even if you are done and not doing anything. Also, going home to the family can be stressful also. Marriage can become sexless after kids and coming home is more like coming home to roommates rather than loving family, so cheating is only way to release sexual needs
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  374. This beggs several questions that weren't asked to them such as: Maybe the measures to prevent STDS are effective but what about other consequences? Psyochological maybe? Do they think they can still marry a man and love him just like that anyways? If they think it's not cheating because there are no feelings involved but money instead, what would they say if they get married and someone else (maybe an former client) asks to pay for her services again? What would they tell their husbands if they feel they are being treated unfairly when compared to paid clients? Isn't that just merely monetizing human relationships and reducing them merely to an exchange of goods be it time and effort or money? What is love for them then? What is love worth then? What about pregnancy? Maybe they would be unable to do it due to having had so many years working in that industry so they had to abuse of anticonceptive methods or for any other reasons (maybe they have become too old for it?) now their bodies are uncapable of it anymore?
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  375. (4:46) You have a good point. Nothing can change if everybody is on the defensive. It would be better for foreigners to respectfully tell Japanese people when they feel uncomfortable. Foreigners are held to different standards so they can be a little more direct. As long as it is said respectfully, there should be no problem.
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  376. With it being the way it is in Japan, I'm still blown away why anyone from outside Japan would want to live there. If I was young, I wouldn't want alienation and distancing. It's a big disappointment. The odd thing is that I've gone to other countries like Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Mexico, and other places and never felt like what is described here by foreigners living in Japan. It's weird!!!
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  377. This is an underreported problem.
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  378. Nobita san, thank you so much for interviewing us..! It was a wonderful experience and a lot of learning about cultural difference.! Amazing video Nobita san!☺️☺️✨
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  379. But Joey is literally half Japanese, does that not count for anything. I am not a consistent watcher of the podcast (and stopped this year because the algorithm no longer promotes it) and only watch Connor and Joey’s content. I can see how they can come across as grating.
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  380. I think the biggest problem with Japan is all of the needless paperwork required to do, literally, anything. Not sure why, maybe because I've had my licence for over 3 decades, but I only had to answer some T/F questions and take the driving test. It can depend a lot on the attitude if your observer for the test. As for the job outlook, it really depends on teh companies but yea, overall, not being able to speak even basic Japanese will limit your potential jobs.
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  381. I know sex isn't everything in a relationship, but there is something very fulfilling condlfidence wise when the deed is done. 1. For both partners, there's the feeling of closeness in the passionate embrace. 2. Emotionally sex can be freeing, especially when you're with the one you want to make love to. There's a release of being with someone who sexually arouses you and knowing that person can be yours for the rest of your life. The action shouldn't just be used and exploited for selfish reasons. It should be something special between two people...Also, I do think Japanese men might want to take care of this issue before it really gets out of hand. They're not going to like it if suddenly foreign men come in and their women suddenly become aroused at the thought of having an affair with them.
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  382. Another excellent piece, Nobita. As with your story about the idol industry, you have peered beneath the "glamour" exterior and revealed the harsh reality and human cost. Well done for tackling this subject.
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  383. My advice is avoid dodgy places and activities. And you will have a good time. I’ve even heard from Japanese friends that got ripped off! If even Japanese natives can get scammed, it means us foreigners don’t stand a chance.
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  384. Amazing Story! Keep up the great work Nobita-san.
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  385. Mrs. Fuhka has a really great perspective on life. Can't imagine what living in a country where Christianity is not the norm, must be really tough. Kudos to Mrs. Fuhka for not trying to conform.
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  386. I think part of it is also that people from the US, UK and France expect other countries to be "melting pots" like their own countries, which is just not the case for a whole lot, like even here in Denmark there is a good chance you will always be for example "The American" even if your white, unless you speak like perfect Danish which is impossible to tell from natives. I mean our Queen had a husband who together gave birth to our crown prince and he was still simply considered French. Granted he had quite a bit of a heavy accent but still, I hope you get my point.
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  387. Nobita-san, First of all, I thought you handled the interview with great sensitivity and decorum. Well done! As to the young lady, it is so sad that she was bullied to an extent were she felt she had to leave a nursing career to go into porn. She was wearing a bulky dress, so I couldn't determine what her body looks like, but her face and hair are beautiful. If she likes cos play, maybe she could make a living doing that and leave porn. Afterall, a career in porn is short lived, whereas she could be a cos model for a much longer time, and perhaps even get married and have kids to take care of her in her old age.
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  388. We actually have this problem in western society without even realising it
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  389. Thank you for interviewing us Nobita san!!😊 There are many issues in Japan, but the society is changing. As Nobita san said, I'm hoping things will get better in the future.🙏 Thank you for bringing up these issues on YouTube!
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  390. Just let two consenting adults be with whomever they want
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  391. It’s called trash taste because they know their opinions are trash (and sometimes their taste in anime), and they don’t actually mean any harm. I wonder if the Japanese people have figured it out yet.
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  392. A beautiful lady! Her love for God shows through her personality. Hearing her gospel singing would have been nice! Thanks for this interview!
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  393. Kudos for these women speaking publicly, couldn't be an easy thing to do in that society especially. The first lady was very attractive as well.
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  394. In Germany, we have something called "Bafög" which is short for "Berufs und Ausbildungs Förderung". It's basically a subsidy anyone who goes to university, goes to a technical school, or is in any kind of training or something similar can apply to. If you or your parents are not rich enough to take care of you, then you get a monthly subsidy from the state that pays your rent completely, and then some to live off of. As a school student, you don't even have to pay it back! As a university student or someone in training, you have to pay it back half of it with NO interest over the next 20 years after graduation. But even then the maximum you have to pay back is always max 10.000€ no more, no matter how much you got over the years. And if you earn too little you can even go and reduce the payments even further. I feel so lucky to have grown up in Germany. Whenever I hear about student loans in other countries, my stomach turns around in disgust. How can a state let their young generation be exploited and oppressed and sucked dry by banks just because they want an education? Mind boggleing.
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  395. I hope the Japanese people stay strong, the weather out there is kind of wild right now.
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  396. I think a dog or cat would do more to combat loneliness than a digitized imaginary gf. A glorified tamagotchi doesn't teach you social skills to help you get out of loneliness. Ai would alleviate the pain temporarily but it does more harm in the long run.
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  397. I'm Persian, and I'm 21 years old and have never worn makeup even when going outside. Although I get criticised a lot by my friends and classmates. There is the same misconception here that if you don't wear make-up, you are clumsy and do not want to appear good. I admit that there is a lot of pressure on girls to do makeup because they don't want to have an image of being "ugly." But still there are many girls like me who are not comfortable with makeup and love their natural face even if some people don't like them. Let's embrace ourselves despite all of the judgments. ❤
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  398. THANK YOU!!! I really liked the Pink Hat Girl's voice. It was somehow soothing.
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  399. What an adorable lady! If only people had her positive mindset. Too many PC-brainwashed these days in America who are offended by that question "where are you from (originally)?". Like she says, you can use it to strike a conversation and also grow your confidence.
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  400. High rates of infidelity is one of the major reasons why the birth rate is so low. Many men dont want to risk being cheated on simply cause they are overworked
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  401. I've wondered about this, as someone with ASD and interested in japanese culture.
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  402. I’m from Qatar watching this and I’m touched by her story. From someone who is going through a mental health battle right now, family and God really helps to keep me afloat. Thank you for sharing this story!!! It reminded me how beautiful life is ❤️
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  403. I think a lot of their complaints about Trash Taste are more due to them not knowing what things are really like outside of Japan. It is easy to get super upset about someone pointing something out like the work situations or the raising a daughter in Japan when you don't actually know how different it is outside of Japan. They have lived in Japan for a while and one them is Japanese. They're dudes having a chat and it is great, I don't think anyone is turning them on for a view into highly accurate data (see what I did there. The two don't mix) of Japan. They tune in for some relatable conversation and a good time with the boys. They're entitled to their opinions and to share in their experiences and perspectives just like everyone else is. I am American and I can't tell you how many Japanese people have shared their "opinions" about my country, I would assume those wouldn't be the same types of people. I moved to Japan and after being here a while I am kind of tired of the rose tinted views on Japan the internet goes after...its a dishonest and its due to many foreigners really caring about not offending anyone with their opinions about Japan. After being here a while the highly positive views of Japan are kinda blown out of proportion it's good to see some dudes just having a chat.There should be more discussions like that without just becoming hateful or something. (which they're not) They love it here or they wouldn't still be here.
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  404. I'm always amazed how much pride they have in their occupation. 😳 We learn things about our 'Taboo' topic in Japan. The way I look at these professional actors changed 180 degrees. Thank you Nobita san..!🥺☺️🙏🙏
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  405. Her testimony and feelings about being Christian are so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing this. It was a great strength to me! 🥺🙏💛💖
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  406. Really interesting video, but I strongly disagree with the reasons given that japanese women cheat related to insecurity and not feeling loved. Women just don't take accountability, no matter what country you're in. If the woman cheats, it's the man's fault. If a man cheats, it's also the man's fault. It's BS. Women need to take accountability for their own behavior and stop blaming others.
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  407. I'm sansei born in Hawaii but lived most of my adult life in California. I cannot read or speak Japanese but am proud of my heritage. My father and most of my uncles served in the Army during WWII. In fact, my last surviving uncle who served in the Army in Europe during WWII just passed last month. I personally regret not learning to speak and read Japanese when I was younger.
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  408. we will have a choice “not marriage and live together ”in the near future I guess
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  409. My son is Japanese and American and when I was registering him for his US citizenship and looking up information on the US consulate. I learned that the US government's position is that Japan cannot force a US citizen to revoke their citizenship. It is an interesting case where a lack of agreement or treaty between the two creates the grey zone.
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  410. This is a problem in other parts of the world. Where I'm from, it is not just looked down upon, but having asperger's syndrome, I've experienced constant bullying and hatred, even from relatives. Thank you for exposing more to such issues. Excellent work
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  411. Nobita, you made my view on Japan more realistic and accurate. I still want to move there, but ready! Thank you !
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  412. Chris' videos often feature things that even natives don't know about, such as creepy dolls in an abandoned village, some weird capsule hotel from Showa, etc. Those videos make even natives want to explore their own country. He has quite some talent for finding charm in things and articulating it. That might be somewhat similar to the spirit of Haiku, you know, wabi-sabi, paying attention to details, appreciating them, describing them concisely and all that.
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  413. Nobitakun! I am dr josefu, retired doctor from kobe. This video is excellent and very important. Thank you and keep going! Another big problem in Japan is that girls and women who have been raped or harrassed are so often ignored in Japan. Countless girls quit school or kill themselves. I met with several kokkaigiin of japan government to increase awareness and support...they didnt do anything!
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  414. I used to drink rather heavily a few years ago, but ever since I quit I've noticed numerous beneficial improvements: I can sleep better and easier, I don't feel as sluggish in the morning, my mind is far more clear, and my body overall feels much better day to day. The fact many people, in Japan as well as the world, are beginning to forego alcohol is a great sign. Though admittedly, I would like to try sake/nihonshu, umeshu, and other Japanese alcohols one day.
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  415. Toxic work culture, high inflation, the feminist movement are all large contributors to the ongoing birth rate issue.
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  416. I've been watching this channel for years and I have to say that this might be the best video you've ever made Nobita. It's a masterpiece. I'd love to hear more about this fusion of Bushido and Christianity
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  417. The show is called Trash Taste. Also, many have cited that most Japanese aren't really open to making genuine connections with "gaijin". Thus, the podcast was obviously therapeutic for them and their frustrations with socializing there, or the lack thereof. In other words, they were venting amongst themselves. Nothing more
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  418. This video makes me so happy. The fact the place and people that Chris loves so much, understand that and love him back. As a British person I am looking forward to whenever I can travel to Japan, and take a look at some of the wonderful, hidden places Chris has shown us.
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  419. The first thing I found that shocked me as a tourist in Seoul was the lack of ATMs compatible with foreign banks, even at Incheon international airport. I had no cash on me at the time. I never had that problem in Japan or Hong Kong. Despite my visa debit card working almost everywhere that accepted it, none of the ATMs I tried accepted it. At least I could buy a bus ticket with it. My first night was pretty boring, just eating and drinking gimbap, nongshim instant ramen and beer I got at the convenience store near my hostel. I had to go to a bank the next day to withdraw money.
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  420. I never knew that older Taiwanese hold a more positive view of when Japan ruled over them. But in the US, I was only taught about Japan in the mainland and WWII. I think most would assume that they did not like Japan because Japan conquered them.
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  421. Communication seems to be super difficult in Japan (at times) even if the language itself is not a barrier. I understand that Japan is collectivist to a certain extent - but collectivism exists to protect everyone - not just the strongest or most adept. Discrimination and erasure of people that don't fit the "ideal" has dire consequences.
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  422. Pretty much the same thing happens here in the USA. If you wanna go to college, do so in Europe for free (or paying very little) and take a smaller loan to cover accommodation and eating expenses, you’ll still save tons of money. Anyhow, going to college is kinda pointless nowadays. Get a job in sales and invest from an early age, set yourself up for the future.
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  423. That would be hard to know, as a parent. What I especially would worry about, I don't know if it's a concern in Japan. It is the safety of their work, with STDs and such. And a secondary concern would be that mentally and emotionally, are they really doing okay with all the issues that kind of work presents? If they're putting on a brave face how do you know how to help? It would be hard. 😭
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  424. Us humans need to interact, socialize among each other to maintain mental health. Loneliness, depression is very toxic leading to self destruction within.
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  425. What concerns me is having children is supposed to be a powerful instinct and a lot of people (myself included) just don't seem to have it anymore. My brain can fire off rationalizations for why I don't marry and have children, but I don't usually think myself out of breathing, eating or sleeping, nor do most people. Most people are very industrious at finding ways to satisfy their other biological needs no matter how unfavorable their situation gets (which is the original point of intelligence), so we might want to look into why reproduction doesn't seem to make the list of urges that are almost impossible to resist anymore.
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  426. Nobita-san, your documentaries are honestly some of the most insightful into the “real” Japan that most foreigners are completely unaware of. Thank you for your amazing work!
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  427. People are already glued to their phone screens - just look around you. The progression to having an AI partner would naturally be the next step.
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  428. Bitter sweet and very complex issue...I wish both of them happiness! Thank you as always for touching such interesting topics!
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  429. There's good and bad in all relationships, but remember always strive to better each other nobody can be perfect if you don't love yourself nobody can love you back. I hope these ladies find true happiness.
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  430. In my opinion I think that everyone should use this. This is a very nice video.
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  431. I appreciate her sharing her story. It helps me to understand why she chose that path. Much respect too the both of you. And a fan of both your and her work.
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  432. Wait so "Shakojirei" is the reason why Ash and co. said they wanted to see a character/place again but (almost) never did?
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  433. I imagine Koreans must freak out when they come to Mediterranean countries and see how lay back we are with pretty much everyone XD. Like, it must be such a shock: "these people don't respect anyone!!" or something like that lol
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  434. Nobita, this type of journalism is so important thank you so much. You're bringing light to topics no one talks about. I respect you immensely
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  435. What I find fascinating about Japanese fashion is all the different "tribes" showing off their identity: mori gyaru, bozozoku, the salaryman, etc. Yet each tribe in their own way has their rigidly conformist style that all members adhere to.
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  436. I have never even heard of double eyelids. I have noticed when I saw someone with a single eyelid, but it never occurred to me that this is what it is. I think the single eyelids look unique and cool.
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  437. I'm kind of surprised that most of the girls said they don't like Japanese guys; in my university in Saitama there are a lot of foreign girls who would like to date (or are already dating) Japanese guys. I guess dating can be difficult for lots of reasons, and that must be harder if people have a certain type
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  438. I didn't know this is how it is in Japan. Quite heartbreaking. Wish for all of them a way out of this life. It's not right for ones heart or body.
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  439. In many societies, you can't see what is wrong with it until you lived abroad. This more educated view of society is deemed as anti-said society. People that do not have the means to live abroad often don't wanna hear what's wrong with their culture, nor do they care to improve for the better. The worst people for society are really those that hold such narrow views as considering people with a broader view as "not from their country" anymore.
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  440. Nobita, there's no one else on YouTube doing such rare real life videos like these. So glad you aren't just another, "hey, check out the BEST RAMEN SHOP IN JAPAN!" stereotypical and lame click bait videos 😂 🍜 👎
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  441. You've turned me into a Gyaru fan. Thanks, Nobita.
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  442. If you go to places like Kabuki-cho looking for seedy activities you are just asking to be ripped off. Plenty of great things to see and do in Japan without diving into the gutter.
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  443. Having Chris onscreen at 2:27 synced up to you saying "BROADcasters" is some amazing subtle humour
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  444. Couldn’t help smiling when I saw Nobita san eating a banana!😂💓Love the deep descriptions of the fact which is very common in Japan. The situation has been getting better and better as more women are independent in Japan but still there are some stereotypes. So hope this video help more people better understanding of being a single woman in Japan!
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  445. I'm a hikikomori myself, i have multiple mental illness but i can still understand well and instead of go crazy I'm locking up myself to the society. I want to help my family and society but my option is only online job but in my case its hard to do it because it needed a pc and internet connection to work and skills as well. I hope there will be a platform online that hikikomori people can work easily to support myself/ themselves.
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  446. Yeah, I'd never edit for Japanese TV either, subtitling is already mind numbing work, to the point it makes you consider if it's worth having food on the table if the video is any longer than 15 minutes... Now, subtitling a tv show, and adding those effects, transitions, yadda yadda in the subs... I feel sorry for whoever does that, I'd knee down to these ppl in respect of their work, SPECIALLY if they're also the ones who does the transcribing
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  447. Keep up these videos man, they’re important for other people to understand
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  448. Honestly I think lots of people probably use all their sex drive on porn. We know how big the industry is. Also my theory is that as people are waiting longer to have marriages and relationships, it gives them more time to feel like they need porn or casual sex, and when people get used to that, they are less likely to be turned on by normal sex with their partner because they are too used to getting turned on by other methods and potentially cant do it without strange fetishes. This isnt just about Japan btw.
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  449. This moment has been on my mind for months. Thank you for your input. I appreciate your thoughts on this.
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  450. Another point. Many elder people don't want to allow dual citizenship. These elder people vote and the politicians are afraid to offend them. Until these elder people either change their minds or die the system will not change. I think the younger generations are okay with dual nationality.
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  451. This guy is really inspirational. I like how he had to start over and prove himself. He said it wasn’t easy but her never gave up on himself. I must remember that
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  452. You’re one funny guy Nobita 😂 Also, your English is fine. Is it perfect? No, but that’s irrelevant because we can understand you just fine.
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  453. That guy from Cameroon was good at integrating with Japanese people. A lot of people who move don’t become part of that country. So I applaude him and his family
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  454. I'm not half but full japanese going from japanese to US citizen. The immigration has double standards. Everyone who works behind the counter implement his or her own guidelines. I was told pick one or the other not both. I said US. They told me your issued gaijin card. My brother who is retired US Navy was given both. My mom just became US citizen and she was surprised to be treated like a foreigner for a visit to go home. I hope they work on this matter more effectively and quickly to help out the dual citizen japanese.
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  455. 5:00 That's so sad but unbelievably ironic. He began having mental health issues, decided to take time off to better himself but was seen as a weird outcast by doing so; Thus perpetuating the cycle of isolation. The populace treat him as an outcast, yet THEY THEMSELVES are feeling just as bad as he is on the inside! People know they could easily end up like him, but due to the culture, they just ignore. THAT'S why depression is so prevalent in Japan. No one truly gets involved in other's lives and are just seen as cogs in a machine to better the whole. Human beings don't work that way, and it's killing you! Focusing on the human condition should be Japan's top priority for the next few decades.
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  456. i like the video because you bring an issue forward good job Mr. Nobita!
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  457. Absolutely important to be aware of this side of the industry. When I watch porn, I want to be able to know that everything I'm seeing is 100% consentual. It's so scary and sad to think that so many women are coerced and suffer greatly as a result. Even if there's been improvements recently, there's definitely still work to be done. (Not just in Japan, but in adult entertainment the world over.) Massive thanks and respect for spreading awareness, and especially for providing resources for anyone who needs help. You're almost certainly saving at least a few lives doing that.
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  458. As someone who also suffered from bullying, I am sorry to hear that Akiko-san had to go through bullying as well. I am glad that her experience was able to turn around and improve - she seems to have greater control over the trauma that bullying caused. Good for you Akiko-san. One point I want to emphasize: I feel it is unfair that bullies don't remember what they did or how it impacted others, but we victims have to deal with it over a longer period of time. Not fair at all. Finally, I totally agree with Nobita - my experience with bullying happened in Canada, so it is not just happening in Japan or Canada - it is something that people should work together to stop for future generations of children.
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  459. Honestly living in Japan I don't want to be accepted as Japanese, I want to be accepted as myself. I think a lot also has to do of the perception of why you've come to Japan. I'm here as an engineer and get treated very well despite my broken language skills. My opinion is that if you are perceived to be helping Japanese society people will treat you very well. But that could be biased by the fact the company I work for has a lot of prestige associated with it. I will always be gaijin, but I feel like most people go out of their way to treat me better because of it. To be honest as an Irish American, I never get treated as Irish in Ireland. These issues are not unique to Japanese society, but the human condition.
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  460. I gave up drinking years ago. Much better for it. Save the money and spend it on something fun that will benefit you in the long run, like good food or a hobby. Japan needs it's people to be clear-minded and healthy now, more than ever, as do we all.
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  461. WOW, WHAT A POWERFUL VIDEO!!! 🙏 A topic that I never really took time to think about!! As an American, this problem has gotten completely out of hand. Destroyed so many lives. As an inspiring professor in Japan, I think I need to be more sensitive to my student's personal needs and understand more holistically what many of them are challenged with in AND OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM. I think this video and channel will help me become a better teacher and mentor. THANK YOU AS ALWAYS NOBITA!! ❤🇯🇵🗾
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  462. People in the comments, please don't oversimplify psychological disorders, a disorder has never been healed just by rationalising it
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  463. I'm a late diagnosed autistic, but I got my diagnosis after i already had moved to Japan. I haven't been able to articulate why living here feels so comfortable, but she explains it so well! People say that the rules are so difficult but i like how clearly they're laid out. If there is a rule I don't know i feel embarrassed but then afterwards I know it and won't make the mistake again. I also like the order and how easy it is to understand where to go and what to do. And at least in the country side its so quiet and people are very kind. I guess we have privilege being foreigners that native Japanese do not, like she said. I don't hide my diagnosis here and hope we can be advocates for autistics in the community who don't feel comfortable disclosing themselves.
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  464. I’m a Japanese tho it’s not because of religions but it’s caused by Japanese personalities I mean Japanese is always avoiding the thing we’re not familiar with this is why bullying happens by the difference of the color of skin ,religions ,or life environment And I admit this is the one of bad asides of Japanese
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  465. And this, my friends, is how actually matured people handle issues relationship. I wish this kind of pragmatic open mindedness and willingness to communicate was a lot more common, not just in relationships but regarding any problematic situation. My heartfelt respect goes to these two and I wish them (and the boyfriend) the best. Thank you for making this video and keep up the great work, Nobita.
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  466. As a foreign woman living and working in Japan, it always feels like walking on eggshells when it comes to anything and everything I do. Personally, I have loved wearing makeup since my teenage years, and I would also like to experiment with makeup, but that's a big no-no here. In Japanese society, even wearing makeup feels like wearing a concrete mask. It's not something for self-expression, creative and playful ... It's only to conform and hide your imperfections. It's like a chore; it's boring, and for those who don't like wearing makeup, it might be exhausting too.
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  467. Fantastic video. The first couple is so awesome and inspiring. I hope to have a relationship like that someday.
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  468. I like this lady. What wonderful takes.
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  469. I went to Taiwan for the first time after years of hearing nothing but good stuff about it from friends and it truly does feel like a parallel world version of Japan dubbed in Mandarin/Hokkien. From the High Speed Rail (their 'Shinkansen') to the cities, many spots feel like Japan in the 90s, while also having lots of unique stuff too like their night markets. The people were all super nice and the food was awesome - and insanely cheap! Definitely recommend Taiwan!
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  470. A lot of good points. Having some friends working as English teachers in Japan, simply having a college degree is not enough for most positions. Especially better paying ones. Many recruiters also look for teaching certs, previous experience, conversational Japanese, and having a valid work visa. Dating is much easier in Japan than in my hometown of L.A. And I’m Latino. If you have great social skills, making friends and getting dates aren’t difficult. Working for a major Japanese trading company, knowing mannerisms is not too hard to pick up on. Most Japanese I usually interact with don’t expect me to be an expert at it either but always appreciate the efforts made. Keep producing great work Nobita! Refreshing video among the million super genki foreigner in Japan videos 🙂
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  471. Recently back from Japan, engaging these services in the Tokyo region is pretty impossible as they are generally only accepting local guys, BUT else where in J land no issues - Just near Tennoji Station in Osaka the girls were yelling out for the business, Sapporo, Fukuoka and Nagoya no problems generally cash only.
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  472. "and nobita...sure these are all great-" Me: Awww he is soooo cute! Keep up the good work Nobita! :)
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  473. While it's important to have awareness to show empathy to others and not repeat history, let's not hold children or grandchildren to the sins of their predecessors. It only helps repeat a cycle of anger and grief. We're all human beings in this world.
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  474. It's nice to see the negative side affects of dating apps acknowledged. We also need to consider the male female ratio is going to be skewed despite only men having to pay to use it. Though maybe there isn't enough awareness and videos like this spread that awareness, so thanks for making this video 😌
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  475. They have to remember when it comes to looks the interior beauty shines outward. Whether you’re a man or woman when you’re dating someone you might not be instantly attracted to the person, but when you learn about them and see their personality and it’s one you like what happens? He or she becomes more attractive to you.
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  476. Thanks for the video, Nobita. I know a guy who just moved to Tokyo recently as a Christian missionary to Japan (Joe Pliska), but he is studying under a current missionary to Japan, because he still needs to learn more of the Japanese language. But the more experienced missionary and pastor there is Mr. Steve Carter, if you want to interview him. It's Akigawa Baptist Church (akigawabc) in Tokyo, if you want to check it out later.
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  477. As someone who learn Japanese, I think it's obvious and even for native japanese speaker as well which is context. Japanese consists of words that have same pronunciations but different meanings so text really is important so people will not misunderstand by just listening which even native japanese struggle to understand by just listening. Take songs for example. Some japanese songs are too fast that it needs lyrics to be shown.
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  478. "going dutch" bursted me out laughing. I am Dutch and haven't heard this before, but it is so true haha. Maybe people won't be surprised if I say that, hopefully.
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  479. I don't tolerate cheating. Faithfulness and loyalty go both ways.
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  480. I'd imagine having similar politics and world alignment makes it easier to "trickle down" into societies and cultures. Good to see good unity between Japan and Taiwan.
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  481. I pay respect to the single dad who did everything in their power to make sure their child is happy and has a future.
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  482. I really recognized myself in her story !! I have ASD and I live in France. Although it might be easier to reach for help or speak about it, I have always been left out at school and have a lots difficulties fitting in. All societies needs to evolve for people being different !!
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  483. I guess it all boils down to 2 points, money and freedom. Those are the 2 main concerns that give the people reasons not to have kids. But if our parents also thought the same then we wouldn't be here to say this at all 😄
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  484. i found your channel recently, and i love your content! if more and more people like you bring attention to the problems we have in our societies/world and discuss about them, people will start to think more and the world will slowly change in the right direction. keep up your hard work! <3
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  485. Hey!! If you wouldn't mind, I've been dying to learn more about the youth life in Japan. I know that kids typically are very independent, but I've seen pictures of kids staying out late, and I would love to know more. I'm not sure if you take video suggestions, but I would be very interested to learn more about the youth culture (middle school to high school) in Japan!
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  486. The USA has the same problem now and governments all around the world are gonna have to change their policies completely to get people to want to have children and get into relationships and they’ll probably have to give them incentives to do so.
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  487. Mass college attendance deforms and deranges societies to an unbelievable extent. The worst thing about it is there is very little evidence indicating that college is "worth it" in terms of knowledge outcomes. In short, college has destroyed society and we don't even get any benefits from it. Industrial pollution is a way better deal - at least we get stuff in return. A very sad situation all around, and largely preventable on top of that.
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  488. Your content never fails to fascinate and inform. Nobita, you are a journalist of the new age!
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  489. Her history is really sad she just wanted a purpose to her life and somethin to fulfill her poor life. and also Nobita THANK YOU for one more actress to search hahah lmao!
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  490. The main girl seemed happy and cheerful. She's also very pretty and does her make-up well. I'm surprised, but also not surprised. You can't tell what problems people have just by looking at them, and people can get very good at hiding things to the public. I know from personal experience.
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  491. Sounds to me that yet again, there is a conflict between culture and money.
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  492. "I found its often all about lack of communication", "I got into porn and my husband doesnt know about it" Call me naive because I have no experience with relationships, but why does every video about these type of topics with relationships in Japan just sound like... people literally don't talk to each other. They just got married, had kids and then they find out they dont actually like each other and don't actually fit together. I am honestly so confused anytime I watch your videos on these topics. Do these people just like... not communicate? How do you even get into a relationship with someone where these levels of trust or communicating with the partner are just completely by the wayside? It's really really sad, cause all of these issues would be a no-go for me, whats the point of being close and together with someone as your partner, when you can't talk about issues and find a way for both sides? I just get unnecessarily angry seeing these videos with both people in these relationships not being able to talk to each other WHILE THEY ARE IN A RELATIONSHIP AND SHOULD BE ABLE TO CONFIDE IN EACH OTHER. Its so frustrating to watch, I swear to god. I cant listen to all these things they list after "im done as a women, he doesnt see me as a woman anymore", this sounds like its some anime level misunderstanding plot where the whole world is against these women because neither partner is able to speak to the other. And dont even get me started on stuff like "oh I wanted to get better at dealing with women, so I became a male prostitue". Im not judging him, he can do whatever he wants - but that sounds so weird to me.... Why is it always about getting into porn/satisfaction business over there..
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  493. As a person who has autism, I also feel the same way as she has felt. Although I have not learned much about "reading the air", I sometimes get distracted very easily or I tend to think of things of outside the box without meaning to hurt others or thought about it the second time. So in that sense I was rather feeling lonely because of my disability, and I tend to be alone most of my life because of it as well. I hope I can change that loneliness because I can act normal and hopefully I could get to travel to other countries if I can able to fix whatever I need to do on their social customs.
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  494. This is SUCH an important issue ! Thank you SO much for highlighting this problem. All three of my children are half Japanese and they always feel they are treading on thin ice with the passport issue. My kids LOVE Japan, speak Japanese, and will likely be living in Japan sometime in the future. With Japan’s plummeting birth rate, I think the government must step up to the plate and make the necessary changes to allow Japanese back INTO the country if they so choose. I think they should be ENCOURAGING immigration from their OWN NATIONALITY at the very least ! There are also those who have moved overseas and become citizens of other countries for various practical reasons (not the fact that they don’t love their homeland) Many of those (especially in the USA) will be retiring soon and will WANT to move back to Japan for the safety, convenience, and lower cost of living. These retired people (often with higher pensions and financial resources) who want to return to Japan will be bringing much needed economic benefit to the economy and perhaps a different perspective on foreign cultures. There aren’t many downsides to changing the law.
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  495. that job is maybe even more chaotic than a Japanese animator.
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  496. This was so refreshing to hear their perspective. I have lived in Japan for a couple years now and I get frustrated at times. I think it can be very easy to just get defensive and assume people have ill-intent. It's very tempting to avoid addressing yourself and blaming others.
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  497. This is a very difficult problem due to many factors - communication, respect, understanding expectations, personality, stress, quality of sleep, quality of food, scheduling, other time demands, etc. If both partners are willing and have good communication but seem to actually be missing the actual “drive” - I would highly suggest completely removing all vegetable oils, sugar, and soy products from the diet and consuming more natural foods especially with cholesterol like eggs or meat. This should help. Not eating late and sleeping at a consistent schedule should help too. In any case, there are many different ways to express your love for one another, and to have fun with each other and it always starts with communication (listening intently>talking) and respect. I’d love to see another video that explores this from the reverse situation if you haven’t made one already. I think there is a unique difference in that situation.
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  498. Man, it's tough having to see how Japan is taking relationships and I know it's also becoming drastic outside of other countries including where I live. I get that a rare bunch could succeed in a sexless marriage, but having intimate sex might be what makes one partner understand each other in ways that they can't do such with others. It's cheesy to say this, but I do believe it's something sacred that yes it could be done with anyone, but it's meaningful when it actually means something important between two people that only they can truly get. To have a sexless marriage may bring the worst in themselves or the spouse and as a result could either bring doubt, hatred, and/or more negative emotions, feeling more like a shell instead of a somebody to them. A lack of communication is very telling from this segment and I feel it might not get any better. Hope I'm wrong on this, but thanks for spreading this out there, Nobita.
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  499. declining birth-rate, growing sexual services. and i heard junior and highschool kid are already in the industry... seggs is becoming a common thing in japan. i watched a video where there's this person asking multiple different japanese people where he asked "does doing skidibi with prostitute considered cheating?" it shocked me that most of the answer even from their own partner said "it's not" but going out with other person, holding hand and kissing does considered cheating. bruh
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  500. I really enjoyed this video and hearing what Japanese ppl's impressions are. If i could convey a concept to Japanese ppl that i think would be helpful for them to understand one cultural difference is that it seems that the Japanese mindset is to look at the overall picture and discard the minor annoyances in favor of an overall positive judgement. Westerners do not ignore the minor annoyances and when giving the entire play by play of what they liked and what they didn't etc it's seen not as being negative about Japan but rather than every situation is going to have good and bad things and we see us acknowledging those small negatives as being honest and being genuine. So Japanese may hear these comments and think oh well that's a small thing or something that doesn't always happen and think "wow this is such a tiny thing wow how arrogant for them to bring that up since it's so trivial etc" Westerners hear it and chuckle to themselves and think wow so nowhere is perfect, or well i at least now know this may happen so i'll prepare mentally for it , or wow that's a very interesting thing that is very different and unique to Japan how interesting etc. As a westerner when i see chris broads video my interpretation at times is that he's not giving us the front row experience in favor of not mentioning "the truth" we see those negative experiences as the true full picture without them. We tend to be suspicious or feel that someone is not telling us the whole truth. I hope this makes sense I'm trying to convey how very different our outlook is so that Japanese ppl can understand that we're less likely to think negatively of Japan from these things that they feel are negatively criticizing. I've had way more negative feelings generated by seeing the over the top reaction of Japanese critics of very tiny complaints from my western perspective it reads to me as overbearing , overprotective, and controlling which does not seem comfortable or fun. They have the right to feel how they feel of course as we are different and their opinions are valid but i just wish they were aware of how we see things because i feel alot of the criticisms are based upon the belief that it is showing or judging Japan in a negatively light when it really isn't. I hope i did a good enough job of explaining. Thank you again for your work
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  501. Nobita is really gifted and he finds such insightful people to share perspectives. It's incredibly refreshing!
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  502. I love how media blames men by calling names like herbivores men. Shame
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  503. Off topic but just wanted to say I'm so glad to see your channel doing so well. You're one of my favorite YouTubers and you make quality, interesting content. Hope you do well for a very long time!
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  504. You and Chris are mostly the ones who made me fall in love with Japan throughout the years! I had no idea his channel was so popular over there, I'm really happy to know that! You both make very entertaining and informative videos about this wonderful country. One of my dreams is to visit Japan one day! 🙏 Thank you and keep on making amazing videos, Nobita! ☺💕
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  505. It affects kids growth mentally in such marriages. Kids at early age become emotionally unstable in such environment
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  506. English teacher in elementary school here. We teach whole classes (30 students) and we are told to teach them english but we try to make it fun so it is a positive memory for the kids. The prefecture I am in promotes us to have fun and try and talk to kids about sports/music/anime etc so the kids feel confidence. Our goal isn’t that they learn english, it’s that they are confident in speaking English. Above elementary, there isn’t much speaking going on so I can see why there is the gap.
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  507. As a German, it's always interesting to see how distinct the approaches are with which both of our nations have dealt with our past. On Monday, I will travel to France, where my parents, who are Germans, have retired to. A country that Germany had occupied and humiliated and forced to become complicit in its actions in WWII, but also attacked in two then-recent wars before. one of which cost a sizeable part of the population their lives. A country supposed to be a kind of "hereditary enemy" but today is one of the closest friends on an international level, with open borders that make it virtually pointless to quarrel about who controls which plot of ground. A bit over 50 years ago, a German chancellor who had himself been persecuted by the Nazis, who had himself been a victim, who had lost his birth identity to persecution and adopted a new one to survive, accepted responsibility, as German chancellor for crimes committed in Poland. He himself was not among those involved, but as head of government, he represented the entire nation, everyone, including the guilty. When visiting the Warsaw Ghetto memorial, he dropped to his knees. As one German commentator put it "Then he, who doesn't need to, kneels for all those who'd need to, but do not kneel, because they dare not, cannot, or cannot dare to kneel. Then he acknowledges a guilt that is not his own, and asks for forgiveness that he himself does not need. Then he kneels there for Germany." He himself later said " At the abyss of German history and under the weight of millions of murdered people, I did what people do when language fails." The interesting thing is that the Japanese article on that gesture is but an afterthought and half of it deals with the criticism by the German opposition of the time. More, where the English article on the incident lists a visit by Yukio Hatoyama to Seodaemun Prison in 2015 as a (much later) parallel, that parallel isn't mentioned in the Japanese Wikipedia article, either. It is as if accepting your country has done wrong is anathema.
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  508. I have been going to Japan playing music since 1984 - I have experienced many challenges with local attitudes, especially in rural areas. I have been refused service, even dry cleaning, and have had people be rude to me regarding language despite my accented fluency. 2023 is my last year where I will work in Tokyo. I am not disappointed this has come to an end.
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  509. Yet another terrific interview ( it’s so strange how nearly all the Japanese porn actresses you interview seem so more self-aware than the trashy women in western porn?)....anyway regarding rise in cheating, I think there evidence it’s also rapidly increasing in western couples ( certainly under 35s) and especially in women in relationships. I suspect it’s due to rise of apps/ social media , unrealistic expectations and a commodification of relationships ...”not getting what I want here, I’ll go elsewhere for fun”?..but I’ll still keep the convenience of partner/provider.
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  510. "For every action, there is an equal and OPPOSITE reaction." - - I think this all is a result of humans not treating others with kindness and love. This "AI Girlfriend" social issue (as well as other social issues) probably wouldn't exist if everyone was able to find a lifelong mate and be understood. But unfortunately, people treat others terribly, and thus, a societal "reaction" occurs like this.
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  511. Thank you for shedding some light on this growing social problem. It helps me to understand why some of my friends in Japan feel the way they do about certain things, such as having children.
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  512. Good work Nobita-san and Azuma-san! These interviews are very informative and nice. I always look forward to your videos ^__^
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  513. For someone who speak Japanese mainly, Nobita's English not suck in my opinion. I mean, for example, you guys that use English mainly, try to read something in Japanese (Romaji is okay, if you don't know how to read Hiragana or Katakana) and you will know that the pronunciation kinda tricky. Also, rather than discouraged someone who try to speak foreign language, it's better to encourage them. Even better if you try to learn foreign language (beside your mother's tongue language) as well.
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  514. Again, Arigatoo Gozaimasu Nobita-san for showing the realities in Nippon.🙂🧡
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  515. Shout out to single fathers, they're really under appreciated in society. Especially when you consider how hard it is for a man to even gain custody of his kid(s).
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  516. Miyuki Uekasa 's point is really accurate. it's the prolonged limitation imposed by covid that led to this behavioral change. once the traveling and excessive work hours go down, they start to think of other things that matter more.
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  517. A lot of societies especially 3rd world expect perfection in every aspect. From a career, education, housing and social life/social media . People that are solely focused on perfection compare themselves to others which can lead to distain from within. It’s best to smell the roses every chance you get and live life. People tend to forget how beautiful life can be.
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  518. This just proved everything i had thought of the Hikkikomori ... They're all victims of a society that doesn't appreciate human differences, and doesn't support those with mental illnesses. That lady with the coffee shop made my eyes tear up... The world needs more of her ! Thank you Nobita san for these documentaries! Really!
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  519. You're right. As somebody in the USA, in a state known for being "fast and rude," I am always scared I will never get a word in because the conversation topic disappears quickly, and I'm constantly interrupted when I say the wrong phrase instead of being politely corrected or asked what I really meant. As an artist, many people who have told me, "I suck at art," have never genuinely tried and never plan to, so my automatic reaction when someone says they're bad is something encouraging like, "Please try before you give up!". It might be how our culture is, but it would be nice if we were kinder and not encouraged to give up when we notice we are not immediately skilled at something or that it is okay to interrupt someone trying to talk.
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  520. Prostitution in Nihon is not as illegal as you think. It is more of a legally gray area.
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  521. I can relate. Definitely growing apart from family and friends......In my case I stopped talking to lots of people because I got tire of being the target for humiliation. I grew up around people that enjoy humiliating me.
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  522. This can apply to any woman or male in general. I have seen some Americans who fetish Asian women and men and only focus on the fact that they are Asian and not their personality, other features, etc., and don't like how they are too Asian or don't fit their stereotypical standards. I'm 35 and I don't want to get married as quickly as possible without thinking about my partner, the families, and other people involved. And I died at 9:38 Nobita you are awesome.
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  523. Excellent report, Nobita! Yes, even though I’m ethnically Japanese, my American mannerisms are clearly evident to most Japanese people. I can relate to what you reported. 😅
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  524. Half Japanese half Brazilian here born in Brazil. I haven't lived in Japan long enough yet but enough to form an opinion. I also lived in Canada. This is oversimplified but: So many of the problems in Japan are due to Japan being... Japan. I understand and respect the culture and many things Japan does, but there are things that should change, like teaching that "standing out is bad". Standing out is NOT bad and Japan should start teaching WHEN to stand out. That's very important. You can follow the rules AND be your own person and have a personality and not care about what others thing. This is almost like brain washing. You can do both. Harassed at work? Complain. Tired and stressed? Go home and REST. F*** the work, your health is more important. Don't like the company anymore? Quit. Want to go on vacation? Use them all, not just half. By preventing death from overwork, suicide or even people fed up with toxic Japanese work culture, you prevent the government losing taxpayers. Happier people working less can go on dates, get married, have babies. Less time at work doing nothing means less that with that person whom you would most likely cheat on your partner. People saying "I don't want kids because everything is expensive" but it's only expensive because there are not enough taxpayers for the gov to help subsidize.... If Japan was 15% more individualitic, Japan would THRIVE so much more.
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  525. Thank you for your quality journalism, Nobita san.
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  526. Nobita really out there being the voice of the unheard. I got a great deal of respect for you and what you do; and for single fathers. Keep on keeping on, you rock nobita!!
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  527. Very well made video Nobita san! We appreciate foreigners try to adapt to or respect other culture. It makes us want to help them more.😊 Thank you for your amazing video!☺️🙏
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  528. what a sweet lady! I still can't wrap my head around why kids bully one another. i was the kid who always got picked last in gym and i still don't understand why everyone collectively chose to make me feel so unwanted. i wonder what kind of life those kids ended up living.🤔
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  529. Nobita should've done all these interviews in a tuxedo.
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  530. I remember of a case of a Puerto Rican woman whose son was abducted by his Japanese father. When she couldn't get her son back she tried to commit suicide. Last I heard she was in jail and her parents were trying to get her out of Japan. I wonder if she'll ever see her son again. 😔
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  531. The financial aspect is so hard to navigate especially for women, as well as the custody issues for men when there are children involved, but seriously if the couple can't work through it somehow sometimes divorce is truly the best way to go. As a child of a nasty divorce, watching your parents suffer because of you for any length of time makes you feel like such a burden. I hope more parents realize that despite their sacrifices to stay together, it oftentimes can still hurt everyone involved. But I am not Japanese so of course I can't fully understand these dynamics and social norms. However when I lived with a host family I will say my parents seemed more like household managers than spouses (they slept in separate rooms for example, although I can only assume what their relationship was like from my observations as a teenager). So this topic is really interesting to gain some more insight on.
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  532. The rush to being married and having kids can be very tempting bait unfortunately. I can at least respect parents thinking of their child's wellbeing first, though I really hope people in Japan can progressively seek finding true compatible companionship. I love this country so much and hope this situation improves.
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  533. Children can be so cruel. I'm glad she made it, but many others grow up damaged. Very sad and I wish I could somehow protect them and intervene to stop the bullying (I was bullied a lot while growing up, too, but luckily I learned karate around age 13 and the bullying suddenly stopped LOL)
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  534. Been living in Japan for 4 years. Absolutely love it! I speak Japanese and almost never get 'nihongo jouzu'. I have no idea why this is, I certainly don't think I am the best Japanese speaker, but I just talk and say what I need to say. I have no issue with not being accepted as Japanese because I am not Japanese, I am Australian, that is part of my personality. I hope to continue to live here for the rest of my life and make many more Japanese friends that I can laugh and joke with.
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  535. I think it's a worldwide situation. It seems to really affect the post-internet generation. As the pool of people you can get access to got bugger, a lot of people got exponentially pickier. Social media (especially "influencers") start giving unrealistic expectations to a lot of folks to the point where a lot of them refuses to compromise or work out differences. I don't want to judge the guy who talked about selfishness as I don't know his situation, but I feel like giving up on dating humans to evade conflicts is also very selfish. Japanese people are really suffering from their passive non conflictual nature, something that would take multiple generations to fix... There are no easy answers here, it's not a change that can be forced despite what some people may think.
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  536. This is not an English problem this is an education format problem. The same issues exist learning Japanese, the JLPT is all about the written test. They don't respect the practical skills only the paper certificate. Heck, if you wan't a Japanese work visa 10 years of experience in a specualised field is only worth as many points as a bachelors degree.
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  537. remember if an ex yakuza member can do it and survive, anyone can. Don't take your life for granted!
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  538. I dont understand something. If so many Japanese people are going through the same thing, how come it's still so hard for them to come together and become friends? They already have so much to talk about suffering the same societal pressures and loneliness. A drink and some food around the table and these folks should be making friends in no time. later edit I would really like to thank all of you who have shared your voices in this conversation in the comments. Thank you for sharing your insight, knowledge and examples and for importantly, coming together to at least talk about things. Please let me make this clear, I know emotional damage such as this topic cannot be easily solved. My hope is that the Japanese people could find some small courage to find others to at least start a similar conversation. Many of you have told me about how deeply these effects go within the human psyche and I'm grateful to learn from you all. I just want these people to have the same chance to learn and to be heard like you've all taught me. If you have something to say, please go right ahead and teach me. No one's wrong, but please be respectful.
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  539. I sometimes remove Mask outside when I'm alone, but I feel like I'm breaking the rule because everyone else is wearing it😷😅 I miss seeing international visitors. 🥺We need to find a way to get back to having tourists like before, we can't keeg the border closed forever🥺 Great interview Nobita san!😆👏
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  540. Do not let the anger of the few to stop you from speaking your mind. You have a good point. Please don't remove this video.
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  541. Stay safe and healthy I thought the staying together would cause more pregnancies but all I keep seeing n hearing is more break ups🤔 This is why I don't pursue serious relationships just cause I feel lonely
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  542. Thank you Nobita, this video is very helpful. I know this topic is not easy to talk about, so I appreciate your efforts to cover it. Oh and thanks to that gentleman who tries to help foreigners explore this part of Japan.
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  543. in opinion two things I think the Japanese bureaucracy do to ignore that part of Japan's history 1) they prefer to focus more on the Samurai eras of Japan the most (Edo, Muramachi, especially the Sengoku period, Heian and Kamakura) because the Samurai era of Japanese history is glamorized and romanticized and the most recognizable to most people around the world and of course the reconstruction period of the 1950s and 60's and onward to today 2) MAYBE there are some within the bureaucracy who're stubborn and prideful about the wrongdoings during the 1930's and 40's and refuse to acknowledge it AND probably there are still some WHO ARE ashamed and remorseful for what their fathers and grandfathers had done and are so embarrassed by it that they probably just wanna ignore it completely so they instruct the Japanese education system/academia to avoid WWII altogether or not get too much into the subject entirely, just mention a few details then skip and move on
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  544. She has it all Nobita
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  545. This was really informative, Thanks Nobita!!
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  546. Great content as always Nobita. Also, she's very attractive.
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  547. This is actually sad. Kinda same stuff ongoing in Malaysia now. Plenty of students are trying to fix their loan debts but the taxing is slowly killing them.
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  548. Growing up with my dad I didn't really consider how much trouble he went through, I kind of wonder if I would have what it takes to do what he did...
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  549. It is important to note that Japan is not an outlier among developed countries with its birth rate, Europe has very similar one's. The thing that makes it distinct is that it does not engage in mass immigration and then pretend the problem doesn't exist. Let's be clear immigration is not a long term solution to demographic issues but much like bringing people into a ponzi scheme despite the fact that it's what western experts generally recommend to Japan, as birth rates are falling worldwide becoming a demographic black hole will only work so long and could be considered immoral for siphoning off skilled people from countries that desperately need them for any hope of internal improvements as well as having been the ones funding the education that western countries will take advantage of. On top of this a lot of the cover in a paper thin veneer, here in Britain living standards are declining rapidly but immigration (notably including illegal) are encouraged in order to pump the GDP figures and give the illusion that we aren't in a major recession, we also have the problem of cheap labour being used in place of technological advancement. This in not going into the many many other negatives. In short solutions at the ground level are vital and only real solutions will be able to fix such difficult issues. Personally I would recommend getting rid of government pensions as all they do is hide the fact that people need children to pay for them in old age. Likewise the modern dating system is not fit for purpose and indeed in the Japanese context seems to conflict badly with the culture and attitude of the population. Ideology which promotes and justifies family will also likely be necessary, in Japan this was traditionally fulfilled by Confucianism and the the West Christianity, people after all tend to act off what they believe in.
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  550. Some reasons for Japan's low birth rate are that men on average have low wages in a society with a high cost of living primarily with a partner or children, making men less confident and less proactive in seeking relationships or children. It appears that the cultural and societal expectation that women should take full responsibility for all childcare lowers women's opportunities in the workforce and makes women feel as though they do not want to have kids because they don't want to completely dedicate their lives to it for at least 18 years. It seems that because most people in Japan live in large cities not suited for raising children and with poor facilities to help raise children it also makes the idea of having children less appealing. It seems that high rates of overworking especially for men also make the idea of having relationships or children less attractive. There appears to be a generally defeatist attitude in Japan that Japan is much worse than it is and/or things are guaranteed to continue to become worse, I would imagine that may have something to do with Japan's economy peaking in late 1989 and only becoming worse since then, meaning there are at least two and a half entire generations of people in Japan who have only ever lived in Japan as its economy has continued to worsen. Because of this, it seems that Japanese people assume there is nothing that can be done, and that Japan is done for, yet there are still many things that can be done to improve Japan's economy and improve Japan for those in relationships and those seeking or raising children. I think if Japanese people were more focused on looking at things for what they are and not being overly concerned with what their life will be like in 50 years they will see that Japan is a much better place than they give it credit for. The rates of child abuse, bullying and suicides also make the idea of having a child less appealing as Japanese people assume it is something that will happen to their children. There is also the general lack of communication and high unsaid expectations in Japanese relationships that cause people's relationships to sour making it harder to want or to raise children.
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  551. Thank you for intervewing us at a fun BBQ (your birthday🎂)Nobita san!😆3:56 so funny🍺😂 Young generations' interests are very different now from older generations now.. They less drink alcohol, watch less TV, own less things etc. Very interesting video as always!😊
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  552. "I didn't feel being loved" This part and many others make it seem to me that women don't actually cheat for the same reasons as men overall (as opposed to what one of the first person talking was saying). Not to "spread their seeds" (how would women do that, I assume she meant "for purely sexual desire"), but to feel a connection with someone. While at the same time pushing away their husband if they come early (according to those accounts here) which is quite paradoxal.
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  553. Thanks for continuing high quality journalism ❤ You are the real MVP. This should be the real spirit of journalism, not the sellouts we see all the time. Gonna play the video now Hehe.
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  554. Nobita, keep up the good work. We really do appreciate the time and effort you put into these videos. We also know that you do not gain any money from them. I hope you keep bringing us quality content like you always do. Peace!
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  555. thank you for interviewing me It was so much fun I'm excited to see the next collaboration✌️❤️
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  556. I have ADHD and I'm very proud of having reached half way through the video without clicking on a new one :)
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  557. These points work for all countries no matter the cultural or nationality.
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  558. Nobita-san -- I always tell people you're the best journalist in Japan. Keep it up.
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  559. I'm hafu and grew up half my childhood in Japan. When I was younger, I heard some slurs spewed at me. But as hafu performers increased in Japan things got better incrementally. I speak Japanese well and many are surprised. My father is Spanish/Mexican some in Japan wonder if I was hafu of Japanese native tribe mix. Part of what gaikokujin experience is the yamatodamashii and yamatogokoro mentality many Japanese have--what it means to be Japanese and having the heart and soul of Japan. When I go to Japan and around Japanese people, I switch to Japanese tatemae or polite. I know that American mindset is foreign to them. When I am in America, I switch to the American mindset but have been told I'm overly polite. Americans have trouble understanding Japanese cultural values. And in America I must adapt for differences between groups. Mexican American, Native American, Church, class, etc. In Japan, it's less complicated with a ubiquitous culture. I have witnessed Japanese treat Japanese poorly in Japan. In the United States I've witness, white, black, hispanic and native treat each other poorly. Discrimination does exist, but from my years of living strongly feel that it is rooted in poor self-image and fear of things that are different.
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  560. She's so charming!! 😍
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  561. I believe this is happening everywhere across the world. Japan is just much farther along the line than most countries. Them and S Korea.
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  562. This is why I love this channel! I get to see the real Japan. Good and bad.
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  563. I'm 18, I don't wear makeup except some festivals...i go wherever without any makeup and I don't see there any problem without makeup 😊 we should love our face which God has given us 🙏
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  564. I can't speak about living there, but visiting Japan alone is great. People in my country (USA) think I'm weird for traveling alone; but I suppose Japanese people wouldn't normally be rude enough to comment on that anyway. But I can eat out alone, which restaurants here (other than fast food) absolutely hate. I hope Japan can solve this loneliness problem without losing that.
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  565. So many interesting subjects, Nobita! I like how you let people talk as you listen, allowing them to share freely on their experiences. Great interviews as always.
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  566. Not only in Japan to be honest... The world is too damn expensive it really is not worth to have kids in any part of the world
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  567. This is a very informative upload This topic is often unregarded 👍 The broken psychology of bullied people is truly saddening
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  568. In a worldwide trend, society is isolating themselves more and more, at some high and low degrees, but we're getting lonely day by day, the world outside is scary, mostly after pandemic and now a war, I am scared, I don't view myself as a hikikomori but I don't wanna go outside, I have my job (that I can do almost everything from home), I am independent, but I don't wanna go outside meet people because I don't feel safe there, I rather play games in my free time, and thankfully my parents don't think less of me from doing that (plus I live in a place where you can get shoot, robbed and die at any moment, the place you guessed? Brazil).
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  569. I don't think having certain policies to try to preserve Japan's culture is bad. When visiting Japan , people will definitely avoid you on the train. They will even pick a worse seat to not sit next to you as a black/foreigner. I know a lot of Japanese people for an American, and the only thing that sticks out to me about race is how obsessed the women are with white men tbh. They'll marry the first one who speaks to them.
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  570. As someone who took care of my ex-mother-in-law for over 6 years, I can relate to this issue. And I was in my mid 30s. That was the main reason for my divorce, because my ex's mother had severe senile dementia and it is a mayor issue to deal with, specially if the person in question has a full range of mobility. It is really draining and consuming. That was also the reason my ex and I decided not to have children. I can only imagine what a young teen must go through while caring for an elder relative or parent. Sadly, this issue is going to become more and more prevalent around the world in the next few decades. There are some really difficult ethical dilemmas we, as a species are going to have to face regarding our elders and ourselves as we age. You guys (the Japanese, Chinese and Korean) are just at the forefront of the issue. We are seeing the clash of the old ways with our modern day context and we need to decide how we are going to as societies. It is hard to admit, but the boomer generation has become the vampire generation, sucking the life out of the younger generations. And all of us that are growing old will inevitably join that vampire generation as we age. This might last for some decades until the population re-balances itself, but it will take a while. The stagnating effect of this re-balancing will last for quite a while.
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  571. Same things going on in India, Parents don't approve for the marriage of a romantic couple until they cry, fall ill or give an intense exam of true love 🤦‍♂️ Not all , but some
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  572. I like this piece. This case states how culture does influence action, no matter what country you come from and how expectation can be very unfair and disappointing. I've seen reports done simply stating the problem and not bring up why it is this way and to not have a solution. Your solution is simple, step in with your eyes and discern for a more harmonious relationship. Good job.
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  573. Part of the difficulty might be that these individuals are identifying as Japanese American. I was born in Iran yet from the age of 11 I’ve been in America. Therefore, if someone asks me what are you? I simply say I’m American because this is where I live and this is who I am. It really should be a simple as that.
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  574. I‘ve seen some unhappy marriages and all parties involved were better of divorced. It’s sad that the laws/society in many countries make it so difficult to do it quickly and cleanly.
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  575. I totally understand the reasons, why they often choose to stay together. But I think it would be great if they at least are honest with each other and their children. "Mom likes you and Dad likes you and we both want to care for you. But we don't like each other so much anymore." They could keep their relationship but give each other the freedom to find happiness another way.
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  576. You clearly put a lot of effort into making this video. Good job
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  577. Thanks for the video, Nobita. No matter how many videos you make about porn, you always manage to bring in a new perspective which is very refreshing. I am especially puzzled that male porn actors, even though their number is 70 vs. 10,000 female actors, get paid so little for their work. 70 vs. 10,000 seems like a lot less competition so the "reverse gender pay gap" here seems quite an enigma to me. Question two for me is: if the payment is that bad, why are men willing to do the job and that with high motivation. Surely, people do not work for money alone but investing so much effort and time in a job that will not feed you implies quite a high amount of .... let's call it... altruism to get all those women satisfied by new movie material 😀
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  578. Thank you for doing another video about Christians in Japan, I look forward to watching it when I get off work💯 Keep up the good work brother 💯
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  579. I've been living in Japan for 1.5 years, but my very Western-minded Japanese husband and I have decided we have to move to my country of Canada. The number one reason is because we can't stand the idea of raising kids in Japan. Worrying about our future kids as adults getting caught up in this horrible abduction situation is part of that. Also, it absolutely infuriates me when I see people trying to justify this blatant child abuse with "I don't want to interact with my ex." My god, how selfish can you get?
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  580. I'm part French, but mostly Vietnamese. I have the double eyelids, but I didn't know there was such a desire for this in Japan. They are already beautiful people!
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  581. my mom is 87, she won't leave the house without makeup. This is the entire world with women.
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  582. In my early 20's and dont drink. It has gotten me excluded from certain social events or made me feel like an outsider in some places, but I choose not to still. Its not for health or anything, I just dont really like the taste and never really saw the appeal of drinking. I dont mind if other people drink, but its frustrating when people try to force you to.
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  583. The only advise I can give to anyone is to prepare themselves to be old. Eat well, work out, read, continuously challenge yourself and learn new things. There are many people who are 100 and live alone, have no issues doing every day activities. I would not want to be a burden to my kids or grandkids just because I am old.
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  584. I mean it's kinda easy to fall into the mentality honestly, and much of it can probably be boiled down to "Expectations," at least in my opinion. People forcing their expectations on others and belittling them when they don't meet their personal ideals/standards. Happens with couples, happens with societies. Same story different number of people involved. It's easy for people to fall into escapism at that point.
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  585. 最も美しく魅力的な女性は、化粧もせず、エクステもまつ毛もつけず、特に肌を漂白したり美白剤を塗ったりしていない自然な女性です。
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  586. I have to say, being respectful is just as important as being confident in the US, as a general thing. If you are disrespectful you will be shut out of a lot of things and potentially wind up in prison. Confidence can't really make up for this.
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  587. I mean personally I’m autistic and have bipolar and during my teens i cant really tell if i was bullied or i was just completely delusional and thought i was. If its just verbal abuse my best advice is to just learn to ignore it. Physical abuse however is a whole other can of worms and the best advice i can give towards that is to defend yourself and not worry about the consequences of doing so.
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  588. as a Taiwanese, i must say this video is absolutely correct I've just been to Tokyo this year and I really want to go again
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  589. Nobita-san, thanks for this video. I am planning on becoming an English teacher in Japan and I have found this video very informative. It helps to know the social atmosphere and social expectations of students that I may face as a teacher. Your videos have also helped me evaluate where I would like to teach as well as perceptions of religions outside of Japan. I am a Christan from the U.S. and didn't know much about japanese views of other religions so thanks. If you could make a video about japanese perceptions or sterotypes of other countries or cultures I would find it enormously helpful. Thank you so much, keep up the good work.
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  590. Wow...exactly when I was doing some research and watching videos about the subject! I personnally would love to have a job experience in Japan, but as an application or video game developer. Thank you for this video, Nobita!
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  591. I'm a foreigner living in Japan, and I have ASD, but I'm high functioning. I have a wife and kid that I brought with me. We're quite happy here, and it's been easier working and living here than in my home country. However, I'm incredibly introverted and have absolutely zero interest in assimilation or making friends. I come to work, always leave on time, and do what I want with my personal time. Reading the air can fuck off. I've found the more direct I am, the more I get what I want out of this country. So, if you have no concern or interest in how people view and interact with you, it can be very easy here as a foreigner with ASD. But if you're concerned with fitting in, being accepted, and developing deep relationships, I wouldn't come to Japan at all.
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  592. I’ve seen several of my friends got cosmetic survey to make their eyes double lid. All of them say that it really hurt and their eyes were so puffy for the first few weeks but was worth doing it because they have gained confidence about their looking. This obsession seems not to disappear but hearing Elena’s point of view as an European Is eye-opening! Thank you Nobita san and happy new year!😊✨
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  593. This kind of industry is just gonna keep gettin more and more popular as demands for it continue to grow more and more. I’m not in favor of it but I realize that there’s a lot of ppl that want this kind of content as well as some that want to work in it. It’s a to each their own thing imo. Thanks for another upload Nobita.
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  594. Cheating is something disgusting and cannot be forgiven
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  595. My Japanese husband and I face a similar problem despite I'm a Filipino. I think my case is rare in the Philippines as an only child and the inevitable carer for my elderly parents. Our parents are in their 70s and we are in our 30s. We didn't have kids as we will be pressed with childcare costs and elderly costs together. Japan is expensive to live but even if we have to live in the Philippines right now, we still feel the same financial worry due to unabated inflation here. The only good thing I have in the Philippines is I already have my own house and car and won't have to rent or commute...and a small businesss on top of my day job which I don't have such privileges in Japan.
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  596. Lets do some math... using the numbers she gaven us, she's been doing this 25 years, or roughly 9,131.25 days (365.25 days * 25 years). We also know from this interview that she has made at least 2,700 videos. Meaning that she would had to make a NTR video every 3.3819 days, or every 81.17 hours to achieve 2,700 videos in 25 years. For a genre that's about being unfaithful, she's more committed to this genre then many people are to their own marriage.
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  597. Change your work week standards would help dramatically. I quickly realized Japan was not for me after college. Luckily, my fiancé, born and raised in Japan agreed to come back to the U.S with me. We have a baby on the way!
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  598. Nobita I hope you see this There is a book called "Princes of the Yen" by Richard Werner, a German economist. It goes over how and why the 1990s economy collapse and bubble happened. Its Japanese version was a best seller at one point. I highly recommend you read it. There is also a documentary by the same name Please read it and consider making video. Thank you and love the channel
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  599. Thank you so much!! I am autistic and would be happy to chat with this young woman, but unfortunately, I do not speak Japanese. I find that even in Korea there is a stigma when it comes to various psychiatric conditions. As a teacher, I see that parents don't want to get their kids diagnosed, even if they know there is something wrong. Of course there are few parents who do, and I am grateful for them. The online community has many autistics. Youtube, fb, instagram, and tik tok. I don't like tik tok much, but some autistics use it. I am very glad this young woman is reaching out to others online.
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  600. The problem is that by letting the idea fester as "well it's not actually happening", is that it creates an excuse to lookup the content people should be avoiding instead; that one thought of it's just "one thing" has a chance to grow and become something worse later on. Relationships are meant to be important, not just casual things.
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  601. Good for her! It's uncommon for people to not submit to the social norm of everyone else.
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  602. It seems to me, marriage in the West are most often based on love (or attraction at "worst") In Japan it seems to me, marriage is often some practical arrangement, they simply do because it's expected by their families. (I've heard so many 27-28 year olds saying "it's time to marry" in Japanese, whereas imo, marriage is not about "time", but about "feelings".) Thanks for a great video Nobita-san - always interesting topics! ^^ Thomas
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  603. So you are literally showing your daughter what an unhappy marriage is..She will see, learn and repeat.
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  604. Bless you for talking about this Nobita! Really great reporting!
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  605. I remember I got approached by some guy advertising Japanese sex services in 歌舞伎町 and of course I was interested but I expected to be scammed and even get into trouble with the law. I can’t imagine foreigners going for it unless it’s legal in their country maybe. But since it’s illegal in the US I just assume it would be stupid to go for it.
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  606. When in Rome do as the Romans do. When I visit Japan, I adapt to the behavior. I put on a mask where they wear them, I keep quiet on the train, and elevators. I take shoes off indoors, I politely head bow and say すみません, and act super polite with people if they are station attendents, police, shop owners etc. thanking them repeatedly and saying はい when its necessary in agreement and mirror.
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  607. Great video, Nobita. By the way, it is "risk averse" not "risk adverse".
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  608. Huge respect for Nobita for sharing this video 🙏
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  609. The moms final statement at the end nearly brought tears to my eyes. I pray she gets to see her children soon
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  610. FINALLY!!! As someone with ASD, I've been wondering what it's like in Japan too. That's why I'm so obsessed with Japanese culture, it's insanely bizarre and scary to me but impressive and interesting at the same time. Thank you so much for this video.
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  611. Great video Nobita! I love how you always talk to such a diverse range of people. It really helps us in the audience put ourselves in many different shoes and consider things from many different perspectives. Beyond just being informative, your videos always promote compassion and mutual understanding as well, which is awesome. Keep up the good work! I can't wait for part 2.😊
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  612. Imagine you raised that girl and now are working in the porn industry. Sad. I would not accept it. Then, if I have a wife and find out that she is an ex-porn actress, I think I can't take it. The worry, the trust, and all kinds of questions will keep haunting me.
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  613. First she said cheating isn't good then goes on to say that married women who are doing this are good as they can explore sxx desires. Like wtf bro.....its like the biggest irony
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  614. It’s really a issue any country that has access to technology, so America has this issue also on a much smaller scale. In USA we have a lot of space to move around but the simplest answer to fixing loneliness is going outside, go out of your comfort zone. Loneliness can form from soooooo many things that may have happened or that we deal with. Loneliness is a temporary, fixable state. Tokyo, Osaka, Chiba, etc are some of the most beautiful places I’ve ever witnessed with my eyes. Go outside!
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  615. God bless her for staying true to her convictions and beliefs, and her husband for accepting them. It's a shame Christianity still has a stigma in Japan, but perhaps one day the Christians there can break the prejudice. Unfortunately, tradition as well as the cults there, and in Korea, masquerading as Christianity scamming people for money certainly don't help.
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  616. I have a friend who is a Korean teacher of an American man going through this situation. His former wife took their two kids and left. Though the courts have sided with the father, no actual progress has been made reuniting him with his children. Parental child abduction isn't as common in Korea as it is in Japan, but still devastating. It's scary to think things like this happen.
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  617. Nobitasan many thanks for enlighten the issue.
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  618. I think socializing being good at it is learned. I both learned to be shy and then a different time in life to be very confident. Also, I think maybe low self esteem and being overworked is causing a good bit of these issues
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  619. The big issue with both sides of cross-cultural dating is that so often people only see the new "exotic" culture in the other and not the individual with individual needs, desires, flaws and strengths. So often people base their expectations on what they think a culture will be like and can't handle an individual who is not 100% whatever their preconceived idea is. On the whole "act giggly/immature to look cute" thing, that is an issue in almost every Asian country. Now that I think about it only Thai, Lao, and Cambodian women don't do that.
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  620. It's a shame that happens over there. Im in Canada, married, work from home and recently had a baby and I can say that having my wife at home has made me love her even more! I take a quick break from work, give her a quick kiss, see my child, grab a drink go back to work. Spend my lunch hour together, and then after work we go out to the mall or coffee shop, but during this pandemic we usually spend time in our backyard. Seeing her in all her motherly glory taking care of the child, how can you not appreciate that? I know she'll have to go back to work soon so I cherish every moment we have like this before it goes back to our busy lives and we only see each other in the evenings. Nobita is definitely right, you have to find the person you won't mind spending the entire day with.
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  621. I didn't expect to cry while listening to this but that was very touching. I had a similar experience when I was younger and I prayed and prayed to God to help me get through it because I just wanted to die. So hearing her say that maybe God choses to help those at the bottom/ those who are struggling really got to me. <3 I wish her and her husband a long and happy marriage.
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  622. Thank you for the interview🇯🇵🇹🇼
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  623. Nobita, I have been a fan for years and I think this is one of your best videos. You definitely worked hard on this. おつかれさまでした！
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  624. I'm really glad people are opening up more about the exploitation of sex workers. Just remember not watching is the best we can do.. every daughter and son is someones.
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  625. I wanted to talk about how well done this video was Nobita. You truly have a talent for this. God Bless you.
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  626. thank you for talking with someone like this. i’m an autistic person living in australia and i’ve always wanted to move to japan, so it’s good to find others who have done something similar and enjoyed it : )
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  627. Thank you so much Nobita for making wonderful videos such as this one. I myself am a Hikikomori - or NEET - from America. A lot of what was discussed in this video really resonated with me and how I feel, and it also gave me new ideas to improve my life and get out of this hikikomori situation eventually. I see there are others like me in the comments as well, I wish the best for you all
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  628. As a Filipina living in France, I just use makeup for fun and to enhance my facial features. However, I'm also okay without it because my skin is so oily and acne prone. I give my face a day off where I won't use makeup at all. I just use makeup for self expression, art and to show my uniqueness and individuality.
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  629. There is definitely a false humility in people who are proud not to wear makeup. It's a variation of the humble brag. I have noticed it is people with good skin or are attractive that are more likely to not wear makeup. If they had bad skin, or perceived as ugly, would they still be the same? I have my doubts.
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  630. Big chunk of that overtime is useless work that brings no profit to the company.
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  631. This is one of those things ive wondered about but have been too lazy to google. Thank you Nobita for the video!
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  632. it's very hard to differentiate racism with stereotyping. ultimately it's about how you treat the individual person in front of you and if you allow the existing stereotypes about the groups he belongs to race/religion/creed to affect your judgement of them. for example, there is a stereotype that japanese cheat in relationships, and statistics might prove that to be true. but it would be racist of me to assume that you are a cheater, just because you're japanese. before you're a japanese, you're a person. and I have to get to know you more. i've noticed japan values peace/harmony over truth. that's why they "read the air". or make so many assumptions. or apologize without thinking. and aren't frank, opinionated or confrontational. meanwhile other cultures find assumptions insulting. the idea is, "instead of assuming what's best for me or who I am, why don't you just talk to me and let's learn the truth". they even have a saying "to ass-u-me is to make an 'ass' out of 'u' and 'me'". japanese culture is always full of stereotyping, and making assumptions, and non-confrontation. that's what reading the air is. and that's why a lot of foreigners feel so offended when the japanese person, instead of talking to them directly about something, goes around and talks to other people. makes assumptions that they "don't know any better". and assumes that they can't speak japanese.
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  633. Nobita I love your channel, inspires me
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  634. It’s not shameful or a disgrace to be human, and this is just one of the many things that does makes us human & unique. I’m from Texas, USA and most of my most interesting & awesome friends have some sort of illness, including my boyfriend who has high functioning ASD. For anybody that is doubtful of their mental illness because of other people, do not let it stop you from taking care of yourself to create peace within your everyday world & mind. I promise it’ll be worth it. Find sources that are willing to understand and be non-judgmental. Therapy is 80% of the work, while 20% is psychiatric medication, only used as a bandaid. So don’t let them overmedicate you. Thanks for making this video Nobita. As an American who is proactive in my mental health, educating strangers & being supportive of my loved ones. I’ve always worried about how supported Japanese residents actually are. Majority of the homelessness population has a mental illness (at least in the States that I know of), but we still have a long way to go in terms of solutions to get people that do suffer from a mental illness off the streets. It’s actually very expensive to have people who are homeless on the streets more than most would think. It would also help our economy to support people with a mental illness.
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  635. The more the industrial the society the more expensive it is to have children especially in cities versus in farms/rural societies the more children you have the better since it is basically free labor
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  636. Yeaaaaah, similar reasons here in the United states. My income is not low and our household income is at the upper threshold of upper middle class (i.e. almost classified being upper class, whatever that means these days). Even with such a "good" income, we would probably expect to have a comparable quality of life to my parents that made a fraction of that with 2 kids and lower paying jobs. The biggest financial hurdles these days that my parents didn't face were sharply rising day care costs (now about as much as a mortgage), college costs (4 year degree is about ~120k), and general cost of living differences. The major one of course is housing, which has risen at a breathtaking rate in just 3 years (roughly 40% jump in price). Having a modest house costs a fortune now. Not to mention food, transportation, retirement, etc. It all feels completely unsustainable. I don't want my children to suffer in such a world where you're expected to work relentlessly to get ahead and it never feels like it's enough.
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  637. Chris was absolutely a role model for me in terms of how to approach moving to Japan. Working hard in language school (difficult, as I'm old and older brains struggle with language learning), making it a point to understand the culture as best I can and at least not make the same stupid mistakes twice, and so forth. Making friends goes slowly, but as the language skills improve that will get easier (and being too pushy too quickly would be a big fail in cultural understanding anyway). Fortunately, as a musician, music acts as a sort of side language that other musicians comprehend, regardless of nationality. Couldn't be happier up here in Sapporo...
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  638. Sounds like it was a Loveless marriage before the two-year Mark if infidelity was a problem. This is one of the topics always made me sad about Japan. From an outsider's point of view. It seems like Japan social life is too strict. They have to behave a certain way to the point where they don't even know the person that they're actually being married to. If there truly was love in the beginning it quickly dies because the couples are working so much that they never see each other. After a couple years of this they just become strangers to one another.
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  639. I think Rune nailed it. I stopped dating in my mid 20s when I realized I was having more fun with my inner circle of friends playing video games or hiking and fishing the thought of finding a wife or even a longer term S\O was becoming less alluring I'm now in my 30s and still don't find my self interested in having kids even here in the united states.
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  640. thanks for debunking this nobita. everyone down here in brazil told me the japanese hated us bc of racism. but i always thought that was a bluff.
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  641. Thanks for spreading awareness on such an important issue
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  642. As an American married to a South Korean and the father of two boys, this is actually still an issue for us. Right now, my boys have dual nationality with no problems. But if they want to retain South Korean citizenship when they become adults, they must do the mandatory Korean military service. If they don't they must either renounce SK citizenship or face jail time. So while the situation is better in Korea than in Japan, it's still not perfect. Great video, and great coverage of this topic!
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  643. Even though I'm not Japanese, I love the culture and I worry when I think about the rapidly declining population. It pains me to think that somewhere so vibrant and full of life might be almost wiped out in a few generation simply by virtue of people hesitating to have children.
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  644. Honestly the Tohoku area is my favorite part of Japan I have been to. Sendai seems to offer all the stuff you would expect from a big city but without the over population of Tokyo, the haste and trash of Osaka, or the pomp of Kyoto. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed my time in those cities, a little less in Osaka but maybe it was just the area I was in, but Sendai felt like home. Great people, great food, and the local Tohoku Daigaku is a great university. I would strongly recommend trying to apply if your school has a study abroad program with them.
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  645. Cheating is something I will never forgive in a relationship, if this happens to me someday, this will be the end of this relationship too.. She can take her leave and I never want see her face again... Don't have escuses for this shit..
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  646. Nobita always asking the real questions.
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  647. I'm glad to hear that foreigners with autistic problems are treated better in Japan than in Europe. No matter what difficulties you encounter, people's kindness can help you live peacefully. Thank you for another great video Nobita-san👍
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  648. I mean, when people value appearance much more than what’s genuine, this bounds to happen. Let’s be real, appearance does matter, but so is honesty. It becomes a problem when one is valued much more than the other. Sweeping problems under the rug and ignoring it, is only hiding away from the problem, never has made it disappear. When you create a society that views 他人 = 迷惑, you’ll get a cold and uncaring world, just like what happened to you and your grandma at that train station. Thank you for always covering the social problems of Japan that many tends to ignore. You gave the voice to the silence and oppressed, gave form to their tears and worries, 有りのままで。You’ve truly carried the spirit of honest journalism. 改めて、ありがとうございます、のび太君。 目をつぶるな、目をそらすな。真実を見よ、真実を聞け、真実を語れ。人を助けることはこれまでも、そしてこれからも決して簡単なことではない。だからこそ、やる価値がある。他人に最後まで手を差し伸べて、今より優しい世界を作るために。
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  649. It is much healthier to not drink alcohol. This is a great trend!
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  650. This is a really great video, and I someone living in Japan with a few American Japanese friends I found it really interesting. I wish there were Japanese subtitles for this video because I think a lot of Japanese people need to see this to help them understand this issue.
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  651. Young people these days have more entertainment options, they would rather prefer playing games or browsing the Web for stress relief than drinking alcohol for fun. I have seen what alcohol does to a person and it is not nice. My dad used to always get drunk and then fight with my mum, I hate alcohol for that reason.
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  652. Just wanna say thank you to Nobita for introducing us to her sister Akane. She seems like a lovely lady and you can tell she's very kind and friendly 😊
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  653. The work situation is the other way around at my home. My company switched to telework and my husbands is on forced holiday for over a month now. We did not fight once and naturally found a balance between work and each other’s private time. My husband is Japanese btw. It sounds harsh but maybe those complaining wife’s should be a LITTLE more grateful for their husbands being able to work from home and not having to go out and risk getting infected wich in return would affect the whole family....
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  654. The problem is that this can easily become a vicious cycle: the people who feel that they're being selfless and helpful by having fewer kids so they can focus on caring for their older relatives are in turn setting up a situation where there will be fewer people to share the load when they get older and need care.
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  655. I've followed Chris for years and what kept me tuned into his content is his respect, understanding, and consistency and continual improvement in his videos. He is well spoken and also has many interesting video topics which makes you curious to click his videos despite it being something that initially may seem uninteresting.
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  656. Sadly it's easy money, and becomes more or less an addiction. Same goes with women who uses OF. But it's a great viewpoint and video you made there Nobita. Keep up the good work. ^^
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  657. I treat entering the marriage world as a phase of being selfless for both sides. There's no point to get married if even one side is being selfish (as in keeping the lifestyle when they were unmarried). I supposed that's one of the reasons why divorce rate is low in my society.
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  658. Ai is such an intersting area. I do look forward to seeing how they advance its memory and data gathering system. The memory is what makes it feel so human.
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  659. Something interesting to note is that, as a Brit, I always recognised Connor's 'Japanese-esque' formalities that you pointed out in this video as British cultural habits. Of course, British people are not like this informally, but I find my peers and I often sell ourselves short and apologise excessively to strangers or superiors.
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  660. A very reasonable list. I enjoyed Nobita roasting immature women. The closest western equivalent would be some women acting dumb and helpless to try to not come off intimidating. It's just annoying.
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  661. It’s very common in Germany to have linguistic speciallized doctors help kids with this. Most forms are treatable with speech therapy. The most complicated ones are the ones with neurological components.. it’s often not worth taking the meds just for getting rid of a stutter.. sideffects can be pretty bad.. especially long term.. I can very well attest to that taking epilepsy meds forever.. but there is a multitude of speech impairments. It’s really disappointing to see how Japanese society handles it. From my point of view it’s shameful and backwards. You should have empathy and help rather than ignore or turn away. “Smiling does not solve problems.” That’s a good proverb my grandpa thaught me. But I think that might be difficult to apply with how different Japanese body language is..
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  662. I would like to hear what the elderly say about the situation. Many elderly do want their kids to get married and have children. Are the elderly aware of the problem or are the kids hiding how much they sacrifice to take care of them?
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  663. This video actually came at such a perfect time for me as I just visited Japan again for the first time since I was a small child. Any time I had to show my passport while in Japan I was terrified I would be “found out” as being both nationalities. The fear is very much there
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  664. All my respect to you for having the courage to make these videos! Especially because Japan is the all mighty country for many people nowadays. As you said, there are more reasons to move to Japan than not to move here. I totally agree!^^ Basically, if someone doesn't mind that they'll constantly have the sense of 'not belonging here completely/lonely/no one to talk to properly' or having no problems living in a relationship where most conflicts are solved by the 'we're not talking about these things' statement because you should be able to learn everything by observation (maybe in between locals it can work - not always, but cultural differences are way too big for this), then everything is fine. In exchange, there are tons of other stuff to enjoy and discover.^^
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  665. As an outsider looking in, one of the saddest aspects of this issue is that Japan has so much to offer in terms of social resources, quality of life, a mix of rural spaces and cities, affordable housing in certain areas, amazing culture, food, etc...The only real "problem" seems to be fear of the unknown.
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  666. As much as I understand how the father feel, I can also fully understand the daughter.. the system forced her into this situation.. props to her for having goals with studying abroad in spite of her family's financial situation.
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  667. Thank you Nobita, for bringing up this topic. It is really interesting to see different cultural perspectives. Upon seeing the woman you interviewed saying that she won't consider divorce until her child gets to college, I couldn't help but think of seeing my own parents, in a loveless marriage. And then you interviewed someone in an almost identical situation to mine. I asked my father, when I was 7-9 years old(can't remember exact age) why he was with my mother, because they fought so much. His reply was "we're together because of you." That's a really destructive burden to put on a child. My mother ended up having an affair, which I discovered when I was 13, my parents separated and divorced by the time I was 15. Don't stay together for "the children", we already know that your relationship is fucked. It's far better to split and teach your child about healthy relationships, as those lessons unfortunately carry into adulthood for the child.
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  668. I really wanna get in touch with these lonely people......
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  669. I'm originally from the UK but my wife is Chinese. I speak enough to get by but can struggle a bit in group conversations with lots of people talking at once. While you do get comments like "哇，你说的中文真好!" (Wow, you speak Chinese really well) for even basic communication, my experience is most people are happy simply because they can communicate with you. It isn't very common for foreigners to put in the time and effort to really learn such a different language so of course they are surprised. So am I when I find another foreigner who speaks Chinese well!
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  670. Nobita's documentary making skills are getting better! The documentary was well paced and very informative and it covered a lot of different perspectives!
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  671. Thank you for interviewing me Nobita san. 😊 I'm more carefull of using the word 'Gaijin' because I know the word can be very offensive. I never thought about it when I was using that word. But I now try to use 'gaikoku jin' Any way, you did a great work interviewing so many people..! I hope we keep learning and try to understand each other's differences!🙏😊
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  672. Japan isnt racist. i am basically bl4ck, and lived in the country side with a japanese family for a long time. I was taken in as family and the outer society, because I actually LEARNT the culture and language, and therefore showed my respect. Japan wants to preserve its culture, and as a foreignor, I beg the japanese to continue to do so. None of these things are racist at all!
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  673. If you're a foreigner in any country visiting or living in what do you expect there's always some people that will treat you like an outsider it is what it is.
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  674. Japan has suffered many things in its life time, world wars, famines, earthquakes and tsunamis, invasions from other countries, etc. I am confident that with their incredible sense of community to bond together they will be able to overcome this problem too.
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  675. Please do everything to aim this kind of documentary to Japanese eyes, the Japanese public needs to see this kind of information because it's one more way to change minds, educate and have a better understanding of the whole situation and what can be done about it 🙏🏽 I hope things will get better for Japan, I want to believe that people will overcome their fears and take a step forward to improve everything 🙌🏽 personally I will have kids, not yet but I'm determined to have small versions of me and my partner to enjoy life with 🌞 life is funnier when it's shared with more people to love 😇
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  676. To begin with, the birth of two or more children to a couple has not changed for more than 40 years. The problem is that the negative spiral continues, with more young people not wanting to marry and fewer future fathers and mothers due to population decline. Moreover, Japanese women continue to work due to the labor shortage. Single women do not even have the energy to look for attractive men because the probability is high that a man with a higher income than her is already married.
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  677. Big No, thanks. Building a healthy relationship is much more rewarding for everyone than just taking a chance with someone that's seeing countless other men everyday, it will also create a horrible mental habit and toll, aside from STDs and/or scams, which then contributes even more into the societal cycle of relationships failing... the snake bites its own tail and will even blame the bird instead. Not everything has to be advertised (this is how I low key felt it) and making it appealing. Of course, the quick warning will keep some on their toes for whoever partakes in this.
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  678. Living in Japan for almost 20 years now. I have encountered similar situations as being talked about in the video but not often. A lot has to do with your own attitude. Many people seem to see things as racism although I think in the majority of the cases is just ignorance. You will always be treated different here because you are a foreigner. Foreigners only make out 2.2% of the total population. No matter if you're fluent in Japanese or have a Japanese spouse with kids, you are different plus the fact that Japan is faaar from a multicultural society. 75% of the time I get treated with respect and people are very nice and helpful. the other 25% I just don't care about. Sounds like in any other country doesn't it? with the difference of the only 2,2% foreign citizens
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  679. Early Happy Father’s days to those single dad’s in Japan!
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  680. I'm 34 and I have ASD, growing up with Aspergers has been very difficult and making friends is also hard for me. If Rei would like to chat and be friends that would be great 🤝.
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  681. Socialising in general is hard, most of my social circle are hitting 60-80 hours at work. I get to see my close friends, once a month currently, so meeting new people isn’t ever considered.
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  682. 1) The term "hikikomori" encompasses a wide range of traumas---in the West, these may be divided into terms such as "Burnout" (workplace), PTSD (violence Trauma), school-related-trauma,....etc.... Both ways of framing issues of trauma might be insightful---the western framing separates by cause, the eastern framing emphasizes a behavior resulting from trauma. 2) Biochemistry also plays a part. It is our biochemistry that controls our moods, energy levels...etc. When these get out of whack....the "mind" can come up with reasons to make sense of it---because it is what our mental reasoning always wants to do. ....so, stress is not just a mental issue---it creates a cycle of changes in our biochemistry that then effects our emotions and body.... 3) some schools in the west are trying to implement "trauma-informed-practices"....that is, training adults to deal with children's behavior issues in a trauma-sensitive manner and understanding the role of triggers....etc....Maybe....Children can then also learn how to understand and deal with trauma behaviors of themselves as well as others making them more compassionate human beings? 4) All the interviewees were insightful. I agree with the lady (Rei Kato) in the video....moving forward, I think people/hikikomori who have experience with trauma can become a big asset in advising the new structure of society as we begin to adjust to our new social reality of dealing with health issues that easily cross borders and a technology-assisted lifestyle.....?..... I remember when covid first started---netizens were seeking advice from those who suffer from various degrees of mysophobia (phobia of germs)..... In any case---a society that caters only to the neurotypical is discriminatory and prejudicial. A "good" society/community/nation should care for and be compassionate towards a diversity of non-neurotypical lifestyles and perspectives....?......to do so requires the input and advise of those who are non-neurotypical. 5) 8050---I wonder if there is a relation between powerhara of the economic boom and bubble economy era and karoshi /hikikomori/burnout?
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  683. As a German, Im disapointed in the japanese youth, I thought we still had some Things in Common 😢 Jokes aside Alkohol is Just Like chocolate a Thing that should be enjoyed and not overly consumed. It's a good direction, keep it up 👍
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  684. Why last? I loved every single video in this series. Please reconsider.
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  685. I’m Japanese Canadian, and have similar experiences to Chika and Barrett. Great video Nobita! ✌🏻
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  686. I think this a general Asian thing, and not limited to Japan.
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  687. i really love seeing all these different views form different kinds of people.
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  688. Wow, what a wonderful young lady. I like the way she thinks.
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  689. Love your accent man , while it sounds authentic Japanese you're still easy to understand .
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  690. This is so sad what's happening in Japan but thanks to this topic, we became aware of it
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  691. Nobita san, thank you for interviewing her. She's very strong and beautiful inside out😊 I wish her lots of happiness🙏✨
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  692. Thank you for discussing another interesting topic Nobita-san. Unfortunately youth poverty is a huge problem. Btw I'm glad to see Meru-san after a long time. Hope she's doing well. Keep up the good work👍
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  693. Great nuance on hard conversations as usual Nobita, always a pleasure
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  694. I was in Japan as an American (Middle Eastern race). I was never discriminated against. In fact, everyone I encountered were super friendly and helpful. Every single one. When I was with my Japanese girlfriend, no one looked at us weirdly for being a mixed race couple. When I was on my own and needed help, everyone I asked were extremely friendly. One time I was in the middle of a busy street and I had to use the restroom and couldn't find anywhere so I asked a Japanese guy who didn't speak English. Through some universal sign language though, he understood what I meant and he walked me into a 7 floor building and took me personally to the rest room and bowed. So I bowed. And he would have none of it. He bowed again, bowing deeper. So I bowed again, deeper. Then he still wouldn't have it and bowed again even deeper. Then I said thanks man and gave him a hug. Random encounter that I will never forget for the rest of my life. Japan is not racist. In fact it is the friendliest country I have ever been to.
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  695. I'm glad that they have grown up happily in Japan. Japan is still less melting pot than some other countries but I would like Japan to be more friendly to any races and foreign people! Thank you Nobita-san for sharing this interesting topic. Your videos always let me have another point of view😊
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  696. Kind of makes me mad/sad. There’s a powerful scene in Sayonara Movie where this GI guys Japanese wife wants this surgery to “fit in” and he gets so angry, sad, and confused about it and this kind of stuff reminds me of it. I’m sorry this is just so upsetting. Asian eyes are so beautiful.
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  697. Asians: i want bigger eyes! Rest of the world: but we like them like that 😞
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  698. Nobita-san, thank you for shedding light on this topic. Please, can you make another video with the perspective of men, who are in a sexless marriage. It would be very interesting to understand their views on that matter.
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  699. This is a brilliant video and very helpful. I am marrying my Japanese girlfriend in Japan very soon. I live in the UK. We are both Christians and we will live in Japan. I recently said to my fiance that Japan needs more Christianity and more Samauri! Everyone that I have spoken to who have visited Japan say how amazing it is. I am very much looking forwards to living there. God bless Japan🙏
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  700. Awesome video, Nobita. Loving hearing and seeing and understanding more of the Japanese people. Also Dating in Japan is more about personality and more about trying understand one and other. Love Japan as well
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  701. We are in real trouble worldwide when we mesh AI companionship, augmented reality and sex robots become more advanced! You should make a video about the sperm donation centre in Japan in a video. I read articles how it’s competing with worldwide sperm banks because of lack of those resources in Japan.
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  702. these interviews are incredible! I've never seen the experience of being on the spectrum described so clearly and relatably
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  703. Grew up in Japan, I always thought Yakuza is a very scary bad group.. 😣But after learning things from Nobita san's video and etc. I see them differently. I wish good luck to Mamoru san.!
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  704. This has to be one of your best videos to date Nobita
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  705. I think the feeling of isolation has become more and more prevalent in our world and seems to be getting worse with the latest trends. Instead of thinking, "I don't want to burden someone else with my problems" you should instead think, "I want to continue to improve myself with the help of others who also want to do the same thing as me". We need to reach out to others and stop neglecting ourselves.
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  706. I am an American and my country is almost no better. The birth rate is not the problem, the problem is mostly the lack of responsibility and the financial resources are unbeatable and the leaders of my country are completely out of touch with what people truly need when comes to being independent. Had it not been for my girlfriend and the resources she has blessed me with, I would have been like many people in your country for different reasons, especially the feelings of shame.
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  707. the wife with disabled husband has positive and optimistic character, lucky man.. Hope more women are like her..
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  708. that is very easy to know, his behavior is what make him different, his values are different, he will always be a foreigner with excellent language skills
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  709. Wow!!! This was an amazing topic and interview. Truly respect their full transparency on the topic and how they found what works best for them and their relationship/family.
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  710. this is fun to watch because of the varying perspectives
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  711. It was always a dream of mine to attempt to live in Japan, one day, with my family but my autistic daughter was always my number one concern! Thank you!
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  712. Good informative video.
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  713. AI might not become the best girlfriend/boyfriend, but it can certainly be a great therapist or even soulmate... And sometimes that is all a depressing/lonely person need before commiting something horrible to himself/herself or the people around him/her. Espeically in a high stress environment like large cities imo.
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  714. Put quite simply: whenever I was bullied as a kid - I was told to hit them back harder. Thus the only reason I had so many "bullies" is because none of them dared to do it more then once - the consequence of the first time was enough.
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  715. That's why I only use certfied scort services when I go to Japan❤
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  716. I’m half. I speak Japanese and English. I have to be honest, I sometimes pretend I hardly know any Japanese so I can get away with being an aloof foreigner.
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  717. The societal pressures and the constant grind, it can really cause one to feel isolated, and really does takes a toll on mental health. It’s like for many of us around the world, we’re all navigating the same existential maze.
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  718. I fucking love this yt channel.mad respect for everyone on the video. Even you nobita-san. Gulat din ako may pinay xD
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  719. This is sad. I understand if a parent flees with their child if the other parent is abusive. But to blatantly lie to your child, take them to another country, telling them their other parent was crazy just to have the abducting parent to be abusive. I feel so sorry for kids that go through this. This is absolutely crazy that no one bats an eye. You have to be extremely cold hearted to do this to a child and the parent left behind
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  720. I think in South Korea, if you grow up here, it may be similar, but if you live and work here as an adult, you will always be a foreigner. Obviously if you make an effort to learn the language, and respect the culture it helps, but you are still always a foreigner. I actually dress like a Korean, and often wear hats, because I am small, have brown hair, and can blend in. Koreans do stare, but it seems they are curious, as especially in more rural areas, we are less common. I think many Koreans also feel pressure to speak English to foreigners, which is strange, because we should be the ones learning Korea, so they often fear social interactions with foreigners. They may also be worried about offending us, because they are not familiar with our culture, but if a Westerner is familiar with Korean culture, it is not so easy to get offended.
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  721. Was waiting exactly for this video, Thank you
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  722. He is very relatable, and as Japanese audiences get more used to foreign content may understand the intricate humor. To smoothen the barrier he also picks on himself a lot. I bet everyone respect Chris for pushing himself outside his comfort zone. To me, he seems like an introverted person with a lot of "guts" (pun intended) but he still gets into social settings and he is very well-mannered and witty, so he get along with anyone. He's one of those people who you will be friends with for the rest of your life, and I think people from anywhere pick up on that :)
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  723. Kinda makes me feel better about my dating life to see that there all these standards and nuances that people have to get through...but the negative side of me feels worse because it just seems like dating is hopeless no matter the country.
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  724. Thanks for the video. This has made me realize a lots of things. In some sense, conventionally women were the ones with these more complicated "not so clear" actions. And that is why there is famous phrase from men saying "women are a mystery". But Japanese culture has kind of lead to men doing similar things as well. And in return, this has left Japanese women fustrated with "herbivorous men".
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  725. This hits very close to home for me. Although I'm not Japanese, my parents did live (and technically still live) in a loveless marriage, and, like many people in the video, they said the reason was me. However, in my country, both parents have to provide financially for their children until they turn 18, so I never bought the financial argument, and I was also wondering if in Japan parents are not obliged by law to help their kids until a certain age.
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  726. my heart goes out to them! I truly understand. I'm anti social at the best of times and when I got married my husband said I could quit working and just be a housewife so I did. and then I didn't leave the house for 6 months. I ordered groceries, did all the cooking and laundry and chores I just choose not to socialize with anyone except my husband or leave the house. and I found it was getting harder and harder to socialize at family gatherings when I was home all the time. I just feel zero need to socialize with anyone besides my husband. but I knew that wasn't healthy so I went back to work part time and I am doing much better! I am an in home geriatric nurse so it brings me a lot of personal fulfillment. nothing gets you out of your own head and teaches you to appreciate everything you have like helping those less fortunate than yourself
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  727. It’s interesting to see a video with a porn actress being positive about the industry. Your doing great with these videos, I learn so much about Japan, which is just awesome.
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  728. As always amazing job Nobita. You became one of my favourite YouTuber. Even for the controversial subjects, you have so much humanity!
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  729. Just a point about Japanese students referring to Americans in America as foreigners. I taught a large number of Chinese students in Canada and the same thing happened- I was referred to as a foreigner in my own country. Just something to consider.
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  730. Another interesting topic I wouldn't see elsewhere, thank you Nobita
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  731. This is such an interesting topic. It’s such a norm for me as I live in a more or less Christian nation. I can only hope for the best I guess.
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  732. I usually have a lot to say on your videos but this one has me speechless. It's heartbreaking when a child is separated from one of his or her parent(s) and depending on the reason it really shows how much it hurts the child. Also, I find it truly sick whenever a "parent" says their life was ruined in some way cuz of their child's existence. Their actions led up to the child's existence yet there's some who think its right to blame the child. Thanks for the video TJR
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  733. Thank you for making this video, Nobita. I used to stutter as a child, and having asthma didn't make it easier. Speech therapy helped a lot. What worked for me was not caring about others' opinions of me. Slowing down and speaking more deliberately also helped. I still occasionally stutter as an adult, but it's very rare. Again, thank you for bringing this often overlooked issue to light. Keep up the great work, Nobita.
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  734. Bro I don’t even know what day valentines is. If you still gotta go to work that day, it’s not a real holiday.
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  735. Thank you for sharing her survival story. I hope others going through bullying see that their is hope for a better future. And for those people that are aware of bullying going on around them get inspired to challenge this kind of unacceptable behavior and save other people's lives.
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  736. She's beautiful on the inside and out!
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  737. “Korean women want to be independent, confident, and straightforward” Korean woman immediately freaks out when asked to go dutch 👁👄👁 wat?
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  738. nothing is true and nothing is a lie it all depends on the color of the glass you use to see through. All these people they think the know japanese behavior but they don't, a small minority might be racist, but 90% is cultural behavior. almost 10 years living in japan, working among japanese, just my first year I had that mind set.
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  739. Thank you for your many candid videos! Men! The victims could be our daughter or sister! 😢
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  740. Watching now and this is so inspiring. God is good! Thank you so much Nobita for these interviews. It's such a blessing to see the love and mercy of God working in Japan. The change you see inside yourself when you allow God to take your heart is real and beautiful! :)
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  741. Unfortunately the COVID lockdowns have only made the problem worse. I hope the govt in Japan begins to actually tackle this problem before it escalates even more
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  742. Nobita i have been a big fan and regular follower of your channel for some time. I'm from Serbia and i would be interested in the Japanese Orthodox Church in Tokyo. Also it would be interesting to see what people think about other Christian denominations. Keep up the great work!
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  743. This is really making me rethink my decision to do a masters degree in Japan in the upcoming years. As someone who thought the education finance aspect of Japan was perfect, thank you for showing the reality Nobita and as such, I'll strongly analyze all aspects before making any moves.
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  744. I think a keyword for dating is 個人的に向き合うこと or facing your prospective partner as an individual. Assuming this or that going into a prospective relationship, or writing off/pursuing relationships based on assumptions about the perceived cultural background of another is just setting yourself up for disaster or cutting yourself off from good potential relationships. As a person who doesn't fit most of the assumptons a Japanese person might have about generic "white people" and who has no interest in dating a person whose personality easily slids into some sort of box, naturally or as an affect of who they think they ought to be, I think the world of relationships would be better if people graduated this type of thinking.
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  745. Great video. When I traveled to Japan, I didn’t feel any racism - just curiosity. I do think a lot of the Japanese residents are annoyed with tourists though.
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  746. Love the union between Japan and Taiwan.
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  747. I appreciate your work, Nobita!
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  748. I would be curious to know what the attitudes are regarding adoption in Japan. I was just thinking that some of these women who are reaching the end of their fertile years might be more open to adopting children.
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  749. Chris is just amazing. His content is educational, impressive, and just funny as hell sometimes (lol). He is perhaps the ultimate ideal for any content creator who wants to live or work or make videos in Japan and just a plain great example of how foreigners should be there, and this video perfectly explains why!. His videos are one big factor why i've taken such an interest in Japan as well and part of what helped me be more interested beyond merly just anime and manga. I doubt i'll ever meet him but if i did it would be a day i would never forget! Excellent content as always Nobita-san!
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  750. good work bringing awareness to the people. it is mainly the fault of a corrupt government and inadequate leadership that forces citizens to take this route of earning a living. the system needs to change
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  751. This is not a Japanese issue , this is an universal issue as old as time
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  752. bro i like your channel and the videos you post are awesome
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  753. I relate so much to Nana explaining her uncertainty of having children due to her mental instability...that realisation only came to me because I myself was raised by a mother with undiagnosed mental disorders, resulting in long-lasting damage on my mental state. It makes me wonder if she had experienced something similar.
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  754. Thank you very much for Interviewing us , this video is so informative😊 I enjoyed watching it especially Nobita san with a wig and lipstick😆🥰🤣
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  755. I experienced some of those small discriminations before, but mostly it was not big a deal. It was shocking at first but you get used to it eventually. When I was working for this Italian restaurant in Tokyo, this old lady manager repeatedly tell me this phrase when I make any mistake "ここ日本だよ” meaning "this is Japan you know". This is maybe just me, but what I can think of when I hear that is " this is Japan you poor, uncivilized foreign" . And not to forget that she always try to find my smallest mistake every time. It was exhausting, I quit not long after.
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  756. I’ve said this before but in America there’s been an increase of women being childless and alone well into old age. There’s various reasons for this yet from my observation it’s been the behaviors and ideologies they’ve absorbed as well as thinking men are their enemies. Again there’s various reasons.
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  757. I am a hospice caregiver to my grandma in rural USA. I have to be with her 24/7 because she is bed ridden from a stroke and stomach cancer. I'm very blessed that she is mentally functional for the most part. I also took care of my mother when she had/survived breast cancer. From my point of view, it is important for caregivers to receive more support than we get currently because we can provide a level of care that you will never get in a government funded nursing home. I'm blessed that our hospice staff are so helpful, but having some sort of monetary support for those of us who are giving up our careers, time, and energy is important as well. Especially since this is often a 2+ person job for many conditions. This video brings up the cases of family members abusing or killing the people they are caring for, but this happens all the time in nursing facilities and hospitals as well. As part of our hospice program, we are supposed to get 5 days of respite a month where we send her up to the hospital to be taken care of so the caregivers can get some rest and take care of business. There are two problems with this: #1 we're only eligible if we're unpaid caregivers, even including the caregiver pay system through the government would make us ineligible. #2 the first thing they do as soon as they get her is taking away all her nutritional supplements, drug her up to the point of psychosis, and vomiting out any kind of intake, including water. This last time we had respite almost killed her and we were having to deal with it anyway so we weren't getting rest. We sent her up to get rest. Not for her to be executed. It's taken over a week and a half now to recover to the point of her thinking being clear again, but her appetite and physical capabilities seem to have taken a permanent hit and is speeding her decline. Something that is hard to keep in mind is that the government has a vested interest in people in these situations to pass away as quickly as possible because they are considered a resource burden. It's one of the reasons why abuse in nursing homes is so rampant in addition to how difficult the work can be. As for the caregiver pay i mentioned before. I have a friend who is on that system. It pays alright at 17/hour, but they apparently limit it to 10 hours a week. That might be dependent on the patient's situation since their patient is mobile and only needing limited support whereas my patient is bedridden. I'll be finding out soon since we won't do respite anymore. Sometimes I do get depressed that I likely will never have a family to take care of me when I get to that age where I'll need help.
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  758. I strongly agree with the woman who wanted their parents to divorce ASAP, a child needs a warm and happy family before financial security... If a divorce is what both parents need, they should cooperate to find a financial agreement and then divorce. Unfortunately Japan's negative vision makes this harder
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  759. Not my cup of tea. I'd prefer to be single than have an AI girl friend.The only thing that would be useful is language learning from these things. Ones that actually corrects and gives drills based on your weaknesses.
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  760. even if I don't feel lonely I will go to internet cafe to sleep😂lol I'm surprised the girl who was interview is used to be his coworker !!! I wonder how close you guys were🤔anyway thank you for the awesome video as always nobita san💓😆
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  761. To me the "ostracizion" treatment seems more like something you would only really get annoyed at over a long period of time. It's as if you're being treated as a commodity and have to be ready to explain your situation everytime you have an interaction. Something like that doesn't bother one self for the first few 10, or even 100 times, but after years of living there I can see it becoming quite annoying. Like, why is that just because you don't fit the script that the duty is somehow on you to explain your role in the script every single time. I think as a westerner you can get irritated thinking to yourself that dropping the script all together would just be better. Since from a westerners point of view doing so seems quite easy, it can sometimes feel as though everyone else is being selfish/unwelcoming forcing themselves on you, expecting conformity without real reason. But Joey also knows what country he is living in and I also agree that one should adapt to the culture they're surrounded by and not expect everyone else to change. I just wanted to explain how one might come to feel that way.
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  762. Worldwide issue, here in Brazil this happens too, here we have a culture that says that going to college means instant success in life, but that's a lie, here you can go to college for free (well, paying taxes but still), there are public colleges, but they are really hard to get into, so the vast majority of people goes to private colleges, then about that the Government created a program named FIES so you can go to a private college "for free", but after a few years you'll have to pay for your scholarship, they give you 2 to 3 years for you to find a job on your area and be able to pay your debt, seems like a great deal at first, but that's where the problem begins, there's no job, and the available jobs a lot of times pays bad or doesn't have any relation with what you planned to do, you get your college degree then there's nothing for you to do with it. Currently I'm going through the same problem, pandemic screwed everything, luckily I still have my mom's support, I love her, but I feel shame for still having to rely on her at this point of life...
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  763. Really enjoy watching your video's that are a bit more edgy, it takes topics that people rather ignore and puts that in the spotlight. Also how you react towards the people who you are interviewing you seem to be very respectful which I can fully respect in that regard. I really do hope you are long from finished with these type of video's, it makes your channel different from all the others and it really adds actual good content. Thank you for this Nobita! For the porn industry as a whole I can't really say that i'm for it or against it. There are both good as bad things on the entire story. For example, if porn wasn't around we wouldn't be using social media as it was the porn industry that thought that up. Same for VR and many other things for the computer industry on it's own, not even including all other topics that it covers. However on the other side you have people who abuse other people for pure greed. Of course it's to each person to decide what is good and what not. But I fear it's a necessary evil that humanity can't be without anymore. It isn't the oldest job market in the world for jokes and laughs. It helped along throughout the history so many things, both good as bad. It isn't so black and white as many people wish to see it.
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  764. Amazing video! Your work is great, I love how you touch controversial points and subjects. Love from Brazil! I have a chance to study with a Japanese in the US, and he hanged out with me and other Brazilian friends. After a while I asked him what did he think about Brazilians before meeting us. He said he had this image that Brazilians were lazy, noisy and always loved to party. I asked if it changed after hanging out with us and he said "no, I just confirmed it!" Fun times.
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  765. Thank you very much for covering this topic. I think mental health stigma is a problem all around the world, but more so in Asian and African societies. I think there is bullying everywhere, but in highly conformist societies it is worse. I teach young children in South Korea, and bullying can start from a young age. I have also noticed that adults here are not always supportive when children are upset, and this is disturbing. Adults need to learn to welcome all emotions, the good, and the bad, otherwise children repress emotions, and end up with anxiety, depression, and this can lead to suicide. I think mental health education is vital in schools from a young age. Unfortunately, this is not part of the core curriculum, and often ignored, or downplayed, all over the world. I, myself have support for mental health issues. I would like to encourage everyone not to be afraid to asl for help. Asking for help, could save your life, it saved mine.
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  766. I think it comes down to your home and upbringing. My parents are hardcore naturalist. They always told me I was naturally beautiful and didn’t need makeup. So it just became apart of my belief system. The thing is everyone is naturally beautiful, it helps to eat well, exercise, and take care of yourself. I mainly use makeup for special occasions and to channel a vibe for fun and creativity. As long as we don’t take it too seriously and attach our self worth to it, it can be great for your creative expression.
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  767. Now that’s a strong woman
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  768. I can relate to him in the sense that I was born in Hawaii, but grew up in Taiwan. For the first 18 years of my life, I felt as if I was native Taiwanese. I had no problem with the language, culture, way of life, and obsession with Boba Milktea that people would have never batted an eye to think that I know English just as well as a foreigner or the fact that I was an American Citizen. It was when I actually went to the American mainland to attend college that I actually felt foreign. People in my small university would assume that I am not fluent in English and would often assume that I prefer to hang around other Asians and would leave me alone on purpose. In the end, it took 10 years living in America to the point where I feel that people could at least assume I'm ABC or something when I have a chat with them. However, the downside of this transition is that I feel very foreign myself whenever I travel back to Taiwan. I can still speak fluent Mandarin, but there are just some cultural norms or expressions that have changed over the years and I have to try to adjust to that lifestyle once again. It leaves me sometimes wondering which culture I truly belong to nowadays...
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  769. Thank you for this video. While I have feelings about the history education, I fully agree with you that trying to punish current generations for things that happened 80 years ago does not make sense or is the right thing.
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  770. Glad to see someone successfully leaving the Yakuza despite all the hardship. I wish the law would make it easier to do so, all those limitations seem to make it really tough.
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  771. Another good video on an interesting topic She says a big truth, when someone goes into another country that person has to adapt to the rules of that country. It's common sense, but I guess common sense it's a luxury these days. I hope if I go into Japan I can have a good experience and your videos really help me a lot. Greetings from Panama
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  772. I'm Indonesian , Before K-Drama make a massive widespread popularity in local televisions , In early 2000's , Mexican Telenovela and also Taiwan Drama used to be making a popular take over in local televisions station
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  773. It was nice to hear her talk about having Bipolar 2 as well. I don't often see it mentioned or acknowledged.
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  774. If they put healthy families and people having babies in more media, tv programs, anime, manga, it might help
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  775. This definitely seems linked to the work/life balance issue. This past year I have struggled with work/life balance and sometimes have felt like giving up. Luckily I will soon move to a different job. To the Hikikomori I would say eventually you should try to stand on your own 2 feet, but its ok to take small steps to get there. To society, we should encourage them to be more independent over time, but not force them to move too fast. Life is about moving forwards. However slowly, just keep going. Keep improving little by little and you can be proud of improving yourself.
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  776. At the moment, I would quite easily say I fit into this subculture, particularly because here in the UK, working culture doesn't allow for those with mental disabilities (particularly those who discover it pretty late on, as I have) to be comfortable operating within the work place. I am more comfortable being online, but working out how to make it a more sociable environment for me to be able to function is not necessarily easy. Even online, there's a lot of ableism, and people are very dismissive of the needs of people with disabilities in particular. BUT, I have found that people online are MUCH more likely to be accepting and helpful than anyone I've met in person. I do think the Covid lockdown caused more than a few problems that make it really quite easy to fall into the role of a Hikikomori, but it also gave me the time to actually find out more about my health problems - something I know I wouldn't have been able to do if I was locked into a job. That said, I do hope that I'll be able to find some way past this barrier, to enter employment in a role I am more suitable for, rather than the mindless manual jobs that agencies seem to be desperate to pass on to me without thinking of the mental strain it puts me under.
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  777. I'm the same as the people in the video. I only drink when I go out with friends. I never drink at home alone. My family on the other hand love beer and drink it almost every day. I prefer soda or juice or water over alcohol.
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  778. Nobita:-) Wonderful video! I appreciate the education in Japanese history. Very enlightening, it really helps in gaining a clearer perspective.
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  779. You hit the nail on the head Nobita about confidence and the lack there of.
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  780. I really like how Nobita’s content has changed from, “how to get that 日本人 booty”, to thorough and interesting interviews. この調子で頑張れ！
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  781. Great video, Nobita. This is such a sad situation and it seems like it's only gonna get worse. I do hope indeed the government does something about this before it's too late. And I hope Hiroyuki-san's situation gets better for him. He seems like a genuinely nice person and he doesn't deserve what he's going through! :(
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  782. Interesting video, Nobita. I appreciate how you cover these sort of friction areas of your nation.
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  783. The problem today is two parts: one, the way history, in general, is taught, and two, the mindset of the Millennial generation. The connection with history is stronger when you have someone who was there. For me, my Grandfather fought in WW2 in the Pacific, so it's important to me do to I had that connection. But this new Generation doesn't have that, so it's now like, "Oh, that happened almost 100 years ago. Why should I care?" The schooling now in the US is garbage, and more kids are being home schooled to learn things about history. This new mindset is troubling due to the old saying you are doomed to repeat history if you don't know history.
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  784. Healthy fats like coconut oil and butter can be added to any hot drink. More intense strength training with more weight for less time can build appetite and is supported with whey protein powder.
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  785. Interesting video as always Nobita. For the next interview may I recommend Shibuya Kaho?
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  786. This is so interesting! In my youth, I spent a couple of years in Taiwan during college, to study Mandarin, but at that time, it was still under martial law and many aspects of the culture were tightly controlled. For example, the ROC government did not want the island to be taken over by Japanese culture, so they limited the amount of Japanese movies & TV shows, to encourage a more local, domestic Chinese culture to flourish. The ROC people, mostly mainlanders, naturally were also very distrustful of Japan, having fought (and lost) a terrible war against both them and the Communists. But the native Taiwanese had a certain nostalgia for the Japanese colonial era; among other things, they told me "there was no crime. If someone committed a crime, he was taken out and shot." The older people all could speak Japanese because they had to learn it in school between 1895 and 1945. Thus, when they saw a foreigner, they might speak Japanese, because that was the foreign language they knew. And of course, no one could visit mainland China at that time. I went into Guangdong from Hong Kong and brought back pictures, and friends in Taiwan were really interested to see them. Now I am dying to go back to Taiwan, with my family, and see how much things have changed. Democracy, relations with the mainland, food, culture, and just to see the people again! Thanks for this great report.
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  787. Hikikkomori's issues with society probably wouldn't like to be addressed by society because Japan highly values being seen as being perfect. It would take the Japanese to acknowledge their faults, which would take admitting that each person has their own faults. In Japan where having a different hair color or looking slightly different is seen as intolerable, or they have the "nail that sticks out gets hammered" perspective, Japanese wouldn't like to admit it. I've been a shut-in in the U.S., and I can't imagine the difficulty in Japan! :/
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  788. Nobita I love your videos! It’s really helped me understand Japan and the culture more. An eye opener for someone who is female, white and American.
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  789. Hisako sounds like an amazing lady. 12 kids?! That's how many my great grandmother had.
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  790. I think every human being is born perfect and beautiful. Unless you have a medical condition that requires surgery, you really shouldn't feel the need to change your appearance through surgery. But people are free to do as they want. Personally it's not the shape of a person's eyes that I find attractive, but the light inside their eyes that I find beautiful. Wishing you and all you love a very happy and healthy 2022 Nobita san :)
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  791. as a Swedish/ English person growing up in Australia it i good to see you can find happiness where ever you are and what ever you do
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  792. I'm a long time subscriber since his teaching days. His content has always been good, even the stuff he just made in his room back then, but I'm really amazed at how far he's come.
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  793. Chris is one of the reasons i visited Sendai. i wanted to see the recovery and restoration of the town after the damage. it was an interesting trip. the view from Yamadera was also quite nice. His takes on Japan and japanese culture are always informative and very interesting.
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  794. His videos are the highest quality I seen on YouTube. His sarcastic humor is funny. He likes drink He doesn’t seem cocky or arrogant He learned Japanese He is humble
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  795. My friend!!!! Takahiro and Marie!!! Love them!!!! Met them when I went tô Japan, even in the church they treated me like family, love Japan
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  796. Damn Nobita touching on every single topic. Most interesting channel I have ever come across regarding Japan .
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  797. Hey Nobita, thanks for this video! I am half Japanese and grew up in Canada but moved to japan 5 years ago. My dad never registered me on his kokuseki so I never had a Japanese passport. With and immigration lawyer I was able to get permanent residence. I wish this law would change so I could get both citizenship
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  798. I wish Mizuho all the luck on this. Divorce and child custody can also be a very rocky situation out here in the States too, depending on the state where the divorce takes place. Never forget to get both sides when it comes to a divorce, because either side can be more than willing to make up a complete fabrication in order to get what they want.
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  799. Hi Nobita, this is such a well-done video on this topic, all your interviewees were so inspiring, watching this really opened my mind and my heart. I'm so glad to have learned more from their perspectives and to learn how they took something everyone perceived to be negative and turned it into something that can only help society become better. This was incredibly inspiring, you are a really amazing storyteller! Fantastic work!
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  800. My wife and I were able to conceive, however the thought that there would be issues in conceiving and the risk of chromosomal abnormality was on our minds because of her age (39). We did pray for some expensive tests that were not covered by the national health insurance program, but they showed us that the baby was developing well and did not show abnormalities. We hope to try for another child, but those fears still remain for us. Due to the extensive testing required for older women, it's no wonder that many people at that age think it's too expensive to have a child.
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  801. It would be nice having understanding and supportive wife like mayumi, and at some point we agree that parenting is not just wife focused on child. The husband have role too. It would be great if both of them works together supportive about perantings. But most of problem was worried about how this married are gonna be or going to be. And economic issue. Like unstable financial and environmentally.
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  802. Another kick ass video from Nobita. I am so glad that finally we get to see another take on this matter. You always see this videos of actress telling how well they are treated and how much fun they have. They never tell how little they are paid based on all the risks you are running, tax evasion, all the pushing to sign a contract, how they have to pay for their own tests and the list goes on. Like any business it all comes down to money and nobody cares of the person. Oil, pharmaceutical, IT, food and a long etc are stained with greed. It is human nature, porn is not any different.
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  803. If truly advanced sentient AI are eventually granted citizenship and rights, does that mean I can get a Japanese spouse visa if I marry a Japanese AI hologram? Asking the real questions
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  804. I've learned over the years that no matter how many times I tell women they look fine without makeup, they don't need it, or even the "I like you better this way" it simply doesn't matter.
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  805. As a foreigner living in Japan, I am personally experiencing this at my work. Since I am the only foreigner in my work, it's hard to make friends even though I can speak decent Japanese (up to JLPT N3). Since it's my first time working with Japanese people, I was always careful of what I say, to who I say, when to say so I didn't speak much. I guess I read the air too much. At first it was fine but now about a year of working like this, it's starting to affect me mentally. "Don't speak unless spoken too" is a motto my co workers and I, feel like we have with each other. I know most Japanese arn't used to foreigners so of course they probably think the same about me. Everyday I come in, maybe 2 or 3 might say good morning, and won't say anything else to me until I leave, (お疲れ様です。) I often don't even eat lunch in the same room with them, I just go to an empty room but I feel like I'm being an nuisance to them. Perhaps it's just my personally problem but when I worked in my home country it was nothing like this. My advice would be, if you're gonna work in Japan as a foreigner, get used to isolation.
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  806. Loved the video. It did make a lot of things clear to me now. I'm an optimistic person, so I, like the guy at 13:17 that said "I'll try to fit in as much as possible", is what I am trying to do as well. I'm almost done studying kanji, so the writting system I'll finally be able to read and write, and I'm also studying the history behind Japan, not only the wars they had but the Bushido, the politics, religion and also some of the folktales like the Oni, Yuki Onna, etc. I've studied a lot about japan already so I'm thinking when I go to Japan, it won't take me long to adapt and maybe even make some friends there.
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  807. Those dads are amazing and I hope they continue to be just as amazing to their kids. Also Aijyu is so good to her father.
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  808. Watching this video there are factors affecting birth rate decline. A. Economic factors, there are very big wage and wealth gap among its Japanese citizen. B. Workforce or labor factor, were it said "too busy at work" or work culture being oriented in the environment has negative impact. C. Societal factor, the society are giving pressure that cause negative outcome instead of the opposite like having built a positive one. D. Socialization, the point is lots of Japanese people lack of confidence also not spending time on people. This is the notice since seeing the video. Japanese people or the entire society should lessen these factors and put on positive attitude toward relationship goal as it has been many people have been looking forward too. Also as said in the video why not move out of Tokyo or work place else.
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  809. South Korean here. Thanks for the video dude. It's smple but quite accurate and informative :)
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  810. Thank you so much for continuously spreading awareness for dark and problematic problems in Japan
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  811. Based on the subject matter, I will again have to ask: are people in Japan supplementing vitamin d3? Seeing as most people tend to avoid the sun to keep their skin fair they would be missing out on that vital radiation that allows the body to manufacture the hormone we call vitamin d3. I keep asking this question because one of the many benefits of vitamin d3 is the neurological uplift of your mental state and mood. Vitamin d3 is also something a lot of people are deficient in. It would be interesting to see if any studies have been carried out to see just how much vitamin d3 is consumed with the Japanese diet.
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  812. The last part was so true to me. Being alone was all I experienced in covid, I never got it. At this point I couldn't care less if I got it because 2 years of being alone from my perspective is worse than 2 weeks of feeling sick.
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  813. Whenever I tell Japanese people politely I am sorry that my Japanese is not very good, although I have been learning it for a while, I get the reply, ‘No, it’s okay. Japanese is also very difficult for me’. It is obvious that there are some issues in the society in terms of the learning mindset and exposure experiences. It’s not only about learning English, but also about learning the second language. Looking back to previous revolutions and economic development, those who took part could speak more than two languages. Actually it is pretty much the same as the Chinese and the Korean nowadays. The privilege of being born when the country has already been powerful could be a major challenge which is not very surprising.
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  814. Let me be clear, bullying is wrong but it is also sad that this kind of situation is being ignored in Japanese school system that a student like her would rather keep it to herself rather than report it.
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  815. I was born in Japan and moved to the US in elementary school and have lived here since. I don’t even know what my status is in Japan at this point though I’m born in Japan, half Japanese by blood, have koseki, have blood relatives in Japan, speak Japanese ( it was my first language). I would love to retire in Japan in the future, but I have no idea if that’s an option for me. I want my future children to have a connection to Japan, but I don’t even know how deep my connection to Japan is legally.
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  816. Most countries have similar issues with a drop in education
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  817. Another interesting video. I think the 「レディーファースト」is an empty phrase, as if a weeb thinks all Japanese girls are like in anime. Also throughout the video I could not help but think what “white” guys they think of when answering. There's gonna be a substantial difference between a Finnish, a French and an American white guy. I understand that it's impossible to answer in a way to encompass the whole range but I think there's a prevalent image of a white guy in Japan to be a romantic, ladies first American chad. The language barrier was a bit underestimated I think, long term it can be quite an issue. Also “it would be great if he could speak with my parents” was an interesting point, understandably so. Could she speak with my parents though? What if I'm not from an English speaking country and my parents also do not speak English? Is she going to learn German, Czech, Italian? The most difficult thing is the cultural difference I believe. There are a lot of implicit things we unconsciously do and expect in every day life, adding a layer of complexity that has to be dealt with in these relationships. How much of each person's culture will be part of the relationship? Is it going to be more Japanese way because we live in Japan? Would she adapt the same way if we move abroad? It's certainly so much easier to be with someone from the same or at least similar cultural background. As well as there's a big difference between a girl who has never left Japan or has not been living abroad for a longer period of time and a one who did. The former usually having zero language skills outside of Japanese and also very limited insight into other cultures. To add my personal experience, as an European, I have struggled with the Japanese way of dating and relationships. Which also showed in the video. Especially looking at women around 28+, there's a strong sense of wedding flying around all the time. The whole push into kokuhaku and serious relationship feels quite strange because we date to get to know the person a bit and see if we can be compatible for a relationship. Not the other way around. I'm not complaining, just I can see why not a small number of foreigners would find it challenging to have a relationship in Japan. Also I think Japanese guys are generally wayyyy more considerate (at least when initially dating) than your regular European would be, but that is just my little anecdotal experience.
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  818. It’s so true that Taiwan kinda reminds me of Japan. I went back after so long but while walking through shops I thought that “Huh, this place kinda feel like it’s Japan” lol. I’ll finally be able to go to Japan this holiday, I can’t wait XD
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  819. Hi Nobita! I think you comparison can also apply to some European countries like Italy. However, it is very useful to see this type of videos in which also some "less attractive" sides of Japan are explained. Great job as usual!
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  820. Thank you so much Nobita san for sharing different views of Japan. ありがとうございます🙏🙇‍♀️
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  821. I do not think that any kind of fictional media "causes" any real life behaviour. It's like in the early 2000's debate about whether violent video games cause violence. No they don't, and I do not think that NTR porn or hentai "causes" cheating. What I rather think is, that the existance of NTR porn proves that the desire for cheating was already existant and they seek a way to express or experience that fantasy. Just like with other forms of porn. I do no tthink that anyone who doesn't already like cheating, or the thought of cheating would watch an NTR in the first place, but even if that person did he wouldn't just suddenly think "okay now I want to cheat."
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  822. 'that's a really weird norm that you're turning into a norm that shouldn't be a norm' pretty much sums up the cultural shifts of the past odd decade or so in the west.....
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  823. Nothing against drinking, just never sleep well every single time I go drinking and I always wake up early no matter. So drinking pretty much guarantees a miserable next day for me...
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  824. I give my thanks for providing the time to record and create this video and to provide similar videos in the description, sir. I am concerned of the erroneous wanton view of what a Christian wedding is considered, as the purpose of the marriage is not for materialism or displaying an expensive show. The interviewees at 1:20 has me think of my situation as a child, except there my story is partially different. For me, despite that I knew at a young age a God exists, my interest going to a Church fluctuated since I was demanded to attend with no further explanation of "because I said so" or "we are supposed to." Despite the situation among many obstacles, I do believe that Christianity is the truth, as the Bible discusses the creation of life, be wary of evil spirits of various types and to be attentive of the signs when the world will end. If only the Heavens would be more assertive on helping mankind to know what is the truth and did not allow man created religions to form, as giving man the freedom of choice is a foolish decision and only resulted in what happening on Earth now.
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  825. I completely understand where Millie is coming from. People still asking "Where are you from?" even when you already told them you are born in London. I can relate to that. It happens all the time here. Millie is lovely. Good video Nobita. ありがとう ございます。^_^
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  826. this video was so sweet and heartwarming
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  827. I appreciate videos like this, because it shows the pros and cons of other countries and it can allow someone to appreciate their home country more (like the US). Part of the negative attitude towards the US is because of how uneducated we are about the outside world, I know people who have never left the east coast tri-state area. But they act like they understand how the world works until confronted with the fact that they are wrong about how other countries work, or the fact that their life isn't actually that hard.
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  828. Very interesting subject Nobita ! I'm a American of Mexican decent in Los Angeles California. My experience is different but similar in some ways.
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  829. My country allows dual citizenship and I want to move to Japan to work there. I won't become a Japanese citizen though, because I don't want to lose my European citizenship. It's really unfortunate. Europe is on good terms with Japan, so it doesn't make sense why Japan doesn't at least allow dual citizenship for countries they are friendly with.
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  830. I feel his pain and frustration. I have been to Japan many times and consider it my secondary home. I've already resigned myself to just knowing I will forever be seen as an outside and to be honest, I am fine with that. It does not affect my view of Japan nor my ability to enjoy my time there.
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  831. Shoutout to all people willing to interview!! It takes a lot of courage especially since talking so openly about mental health is stigmatized in Japan. I really hope they find peace & are able to find work & friendship that is fulfilling and not feel like a burden. Remember, no one is perfect. You are always worth it, no matter what society says.
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  832. I'm really happy she managed to find her path 🤗
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  833. At 81 and programming !.... meine Gott. She has my respects
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  834. I dated a Taiwanese/ Japanese mixed girl in Taiwan who grew up in Japan and was a dual national. She suffered tons of abuse man it gave her major mental problems. She tried to stab me with a knife. I regret trying to rescue that poor soul she was so broken
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  835. Hey Nobita, I just want to let you know that I really appreciate your channel and the variety of interviews that you do! I want to wish you all the best and a lot of success in your life! Thanks for the amazing work, all the way from Portugal 🇵🇹
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  836. I love the great relationship. Instead of hating the past. We should learn to love the present and appreciate each othets cultures. I will always love Taiwan for Xia long Bau and Japan for Sushi. Love both these countries. ❤❤❤❤❤️
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  837. Hey Nobita, there’s this anime series I remembered watching when I was in high school called The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. The main character Suzumiya I kinda felt was a pretty accurate portrayal of Autism (ASD) even though it is never explicitly said in the show that she has it. Haruhi Suzumiya’s characteristics like her tendency to say what’s in her mind, seeing things from a literal perspective, and not recognizing social norms and cues are all things people like me with ASD and the woman who you interviewed have have in common with Haruhi in the show. It’s an interesting perspective I thought I’d let you know.
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  838. I'm half japanese, half the time one of my eyelids is a monolid 😆
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  839. To anyone who needs to hear this, nobody is ever “too old” to find a happy loving relationship. It doesn’t matter in the slightest what anyone else says about it. The only limitations on finding love are the ones you put on yourself. You also can’t often control where life takes you, and the demands put on you to survive. These ladies seem like genuinely nice people, I hope very much they are able to find good kind partners to enjoy life with.
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  840. I heard some fathers start thinking the mothers as mothers and part of the family and similar to relatives, so they stop being partner for reproductive activity. Perhaps the woman need to dress in the attractive way and take the husband out of the usual routines and perhaps suggest they go somewhere to relax.Sometimes they are stressed from work and can't have fun? It is difficult, so perhaps couples therapy can help.
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  841. Thank you so much for this video it was truly amazing to watch. I was crying at only 6 minutes in after hearing these beautiful people share their testimonies. My husband and I plan to move to Japan as soon as we finish our school in Norway next year. We want to go and love the Japanese people as much as Jesus does! Please pray for us, and you can find us on facebook as thestorbakkens.
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  842. As a man, I can say that makeup REALLY makes me have a boost of confidence whenever I'm wearing it. There's just something really uplifting about having certain features enhanced by ( what I use the most ) a black eyeshadow or a red lipstick. But the rest of it just sucks, especially the skin coverage products. Those things are just '-'
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  843. Oof. I don't know why but hearing about The Loneliness Minister hit really hard. It sounds dystopian. And it hit harder that people don't think he's been able to help very much.
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  844. The problem is the "sexual culture" that the interviewee isn't mentioning. One of the prostitutes he previously interviewed spoke about role playing as a schoolgirl being molested for a client. We know Japan has an issue with idol culture bordering on abusive and exploitative as well as minors being caught up in that and let's not pretend some perverse ppl won't go to Japan for that. Pretending that sexual exploits don't often deviate into something far worse when it's allowed to fester and grow is naive. Japan has a women only train...we know that's because some men are unable to separate that fantasy from the real world. Making women out to be nothing but sexual objects to satisfy men's needs only has one outcome no matter how this guys wants to dress it up.
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  845. I love these videos from you, showing that japan isn't just a happy positive country where nothing's wrong.
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  846. I love how Nobita-san always takes his videos seriously and brings us well produced interviews! Awesome job!
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  847. Me too ! I’m getting fired as an ALT after 5 years in Osaka by BOE . It’s a combination of misunderstanding, racism, older man working with young Japanese teachers, and lack of proper communication between as a foreigner and Japanese teachers. I want my concerns to be heard.
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  848. Being a man who is nearly 28 and single, I'd like a system like omiai. I think now, like one guy mentioned in the video, people expect to find the absolute best person for them and don't want someone else. In reality, people could easily be satisfied with someone who is 80% compatible with them rather than 99% compatible. That means a lot more than just one person on earth would make a good enough partner to marry. Approaching relationships with that mindset would be a big improvement, I think.
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  849. On your next videos I hope you'll answer the following questions: 1. How does Japanese work culture influence the birth rate? 2. How much does it cost to maintain a family and is working at an average wage job enough? 3. How easy/hard it is to raise and educate a child? How about the costs? I think the problem is largely economical, not societal. Just try to compare the previous generation's (boomers) economic climate and the resulting population explosion compared to this generation's.
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  850. Nobita you are genuinely one of the funniest YouTuber’s I watch. Keep up the amazing work!
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  851. I've (white Australian) been in Japan for a bit over 2 months so far and haven't experienced anything I would remotely deem racist towards me. People have been really friendly and I've been really glad to have made some great friends. I feel like I've only ever had the opposite experience of some people in the video when using my fairly mediocre Japanese to communicate, where I often get a reply in full pace Japanese back in return and have to ask if they mind repeating themselves. This said, I have been staying in an area with a lot of snow based tourism so people here are probably fairly used to seeing foreigners around. I'm going to be really sad to leave next month.
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  852. I’m a white guy who lived in Japan for several years and had been a regular visitor prior to COVID pandemic, great to be back for Christmas 2022 and New Year 2023 👍 I thought it was great that Japanese people didn’t bother me in public and that I enjoyed a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle time when I lived there. I also managed to developed a network of friends both Foreign and Japanese with whom I am still in contact with after all these years. I think some people can be over sensitive and should just go with the flow, relax and enjoy Japanese culture and food 👍🌸👍
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  853. This was so educational from both a studious and emotional level. Thank you so much! 🌹
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  854. やっぱり白人は他の文化に馴染める力がある気がするな。 いい事だと思います。差別的な事を考えるよりも自分が違うから仕方ない気持ちとその国でその国の行き方で生きなきゃという結論が正解だと思います。 欧米でよく「白人＝差別する人」と思い込んでいますが、大間違いだと思います。むしろ白人は差別されても気付かないって感じ。（笑） Thank you for the Video Nobita さん.
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  855. When you think that you are being treated differently from others you shouldn't assume that it is just because you look different. All people can many reasons to be treating you different and your race probably isn't the only reason and you shouldn't just assume that you understand the mind of that Japanese person even if you were raised in Japan. Every one is different and that's perfectly fine.
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  856. Nobita-san, I don't know anyone else doing the work you are doing. My hat is off to you.
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  857. That last girl hit the nail on the head. But also I would say until their society changes this stigma for the better, I understand two people staying in a marriage but I would mutually agree to have it an open one with them so they could see and love other people freely while also disclosing this knowledge to their kids honestly. That’s what it means for parents to be good role models instead victims of society and of their own mentalities
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  858. Especially as a single person it is all too easy to feel isolated.
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  859. Phonics. Japan needs to teach phonics from a young age. Japan also needs to stop teaching just to pass tests. Test English is not usable English. Its only good for answering test questions. Also, you need qualified English teachers. I knew more than a few Elementary school teachers that wanted to teach science or math but were told they needed to teach English just because they know a little English.
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  860. This had been such an excellent analysis into the current dilemma Japan is facing. Not sure what the best thing to do will be but I'll be willing to say always to look out for long-term goals. Thanks for reporting!
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  861. As Bob Marley said "Don't forget your history,nor your destiny...in the abundance of water the fool is thirsty"..wise word's...love your site!🌟
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  862. My Grandmother is Japanese. I don’t look Japanese at all and grew up in California. In Osaka most racism i see is from foreigners that tell me how they really feel about Japanese people unbeknownst to them many of my family and friends are Japanese from here in Kansai.
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  863. I did foreign exchange for two months and never experienced this. All the Japanese were cool and even tried to speak english for me which was really nice.
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  864. As a Taiwanese who moved to Canada when i was very young, i see a lot of my parents in the Japanese description of Taiwanese. Growing up, i was blunt and straight forward and i never knew where it came from. i love my taiwanese heritage and i am growing to love the japanese culture andpeople as well. i hope in the future that this kindness and love be also shared with other countries within asia.
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  865. Great video Nobita-san. I would love to hear the stories of these people's parents! Were they born and raised in Japan too? How many generations does it go back? Did the parents of these people move to Japan for work and decide to raise a family there instead of their home country and why? So many questions 😁
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  866. What an interesting perspective! That's why we love you, Nobita.
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  867. Me who was diagnosed autism around the age of 12, which was around almost 14 years ago, this video really helps and I'm so happy. Thank you for the upload 😊
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  868. Props to you for getting such great interviews.
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  869. This channel is so underrated. Keep it up Nobita, you're doing a great job by exposing these issues to the world 👍🏽
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  870. Really interesting video Nobita! You always help with my Japanese, so here's a tip for your English! When you say "start to..." the verb that comes next is just regular, so it is not "they started to controlling" but "they started to control". This grammar is the same for "want to..." or "try to..." Hope this helps!
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  871. You're great, keep going
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  872. (9:41) It sounds like an interesting topic to cover. What online dating is really like in Japan.
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  873. Thank you so much for posting this. I am an autistic woman from America and this video actually gave me some hope that I could potentially, maybe be able to handle living in Japan on my own.
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  874. I completely understand her experience. I was diagnosed at 39, and lived constantly with depression. I still struggle with social interactions but at least I can get through the day.
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  875. Makeup or not, we live our lives to impress people who couldn't give less of a shit about us. This is our life.
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  876. Shibuya-san is such a wonderful person. If you truly admire and respect someone then his/her past won't bother you one bit. She deserves all the love and support she can get. Thank you for this interview video Nobita-san👍
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  877. Hope you're doing well, Nobita-san! Shibuya-san is always so canon and passionate, you can really tell she cares for the arts and she all gives her all. I always love following what she does. And yes, Tenchi Muyo! is fantastic!
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  878. Thank you for interviewing me Nobita san☺️✨You interviewed Your sister & Politician Mr. Tachibana!!😳😳👏 Your sister is lovely💕☺️ With or without marriage, I hope everyone finds their happiness🙏
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  879. Such a powerful laugh I respect that so much
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  880. The Vietnamese girl saying 過労死 did not have any subtitles, some people may be confused about that. 過労死 (karoushi) = death from overwork
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  881. Fantastic video. children definitely need a mother and a father to become balanced people. unfortunately, state support of single parents exacerbates the issue. especially women choosing to leave fathers because the state will support the mother and child. it's truly a terrible problem at the root of society. It's nice to see how these men grew, accepted, took responsibility and chose to do the best for their kids.
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  882. Arigatou Gozaimas Nobita san, your videos are so informative. They are like a mirror through which we can see the Japanese society. Absolutely love your contents. And best of luck to all the single fathers of Japan, you're doing a great job. 🙏❤️
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  883. Truthfully, I discovered Abroad in Japan around 2015, and it did make me want to go there for a holiday. So I started saving up and by 2019/20 I had saved enough for a month holiday. Howerver right then covid struck, so I had to delay until earlier this year, when I finally got the chance, from march to april I spent a month in Japan and it was one of the greatest experiences of my life, I visited Tokyo, Aomori, Osaka, Hiroshima and Fukuoka. I went to as many places as I could, largely due to his videos. I truly loved my time in Japan and hope to go back one day. Love from Australia.
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  884. This is another fine video Nobita. It's a difficult one to be honest. Boils down to culture but also parental guidance. My mother raised me, my brother and two sisters alone after my dad left her shortly after l was born. So l never had that father figure to guide me, she took on that role herself she nurtured me and when called for disciplined me. She taught how to treat a girl or woman, that their needs come before my own. To be honest with them protect them and defend their dignity if needed. Also that if l see a woman or old lady struggling help them. Open the door for them, help them accross the street, stand and give them your seat. The man l am now is an extension of who my mother was. Sadly my mother took her own life in 1997 when l was 18 years old and l tried to stop that from happening sadly for me l was not able to prevent that. She was my world and to be honest l am proud of who l am because this is the man she would have wished me to be. People should always be honest with not only themselves but the people around them. Friends are an extension of one's self. Friends are essentially the family we choose for ourselves. ❤💕 Thank you for this video l started my own channel and l gave you an honourable mention on their but l said your name wrong twice so forgive me. Keep doing what you are doing sir l applaud you 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
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  885. Our situation is somewhat the same. I am also trapped in this kind of marriage. He isn't a cheater but verbally abusive. And this started my anxiety and depression. Separation is not an option for me since I know I will never earn as much as my husband and I might jeopardize my son's chance at a better life. It might also affect him emotionally and psychologically. I am more scared for my son than I am for myself. But oh well, I'm just waiting for the time for my son to be independent and once the time is right perhaps I'll have the strength to think of myself.
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  886. Great interviews and reasonable insights. We will try not to be inconsiderate guests of your nation. But there are always bad apples; even w/i your own and in every culture.
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  887. If my friend and I could come to Japan, we'd LOVE to get involved in social and personal work like that. You should urge Japan to form a group that runs around Japan to various houses to spend time with the occupants. You could manage that pretty well with colorful personalities a good, great deal. The idea reminds me of an animated show called "Smiling Friends". It's a very funny show for mature audiences. I believe it is ideal to involve people with themselves in a way that brings them warmth. I look at weaknesses as "future strengths". While you may not be in the best shape, you can determine what and why you need to change something. I had this plan a while back to urge the Japanese government to give newlyweds some expensive watermelon, so that the newlyweds may either enjoy a wonderful gift between themselves, or sell the melon so that a house may be afforded. With money from the sale of a watermelon, you could even start a business. You could give your parents a vacation. You could treat your siblings to a great weekend, or put the money towards college for your children. Simply put, this is a bid to get people to come together. I hear birth rates are tragically low for Japan. I want the best for the people there. Such people should not suffer. I am a strategist at heart, and am willing to further speak with people on solutions to social ills. I've been studying people for close to 20 years, and I wish to better understand people so I may diagnose the surroundings and inhabitants contained within such societies that I may graze with as best a laze gaze. Here's to the future!
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  888. It's funny that for many girls in more conservative cultures, they are told as teenagers that wearing makeup is inappropriate, but later they are pressured to wear it every day. In many Western Culture, wearing makeup is kind of sexualized, especially lip stick.
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  889. Damn, that guy with the hat and trenchcoat looks so tall for a Japanese man. Most Japanese men I’ve seen are really short. Anyways, I’m glad to see another video from you, Nobita!
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  890. Thank you so much for talking about this ! I'm Japanese and French and my father always pressured me about this subject, that I'll have to give up one of my nationalities when I turn 20. I was properly raised in both of my cultures and I feel terrible at the thought of losing a part of my identity, even if it's only in the eyes of the law. I am seriously considering giving up on being French (for the sake of practicality. Living as Japanese in France seems unfortunately far easier than living as a French person in Japan). I hope things will change soon and we won't have to make such drastic decisions.
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  891. Having lived in Japan for four years, I'll admit my language skills are crap (I'm old, but working at it). But, I'd rather live here than back home. I'll always be a second class citizen, but I don't have to deal with all the shit. Everyone has treated me well, I've made great friends, and I feel at peace. When I first went back to the United States after living here, everybody asked me about culture shock. I told them I didn't feel that, I only felt culture shock after visiting home, because the United States doesn't have one. In Japan there is a common culture, a history, good or bad, that ties people together. In the US we are the 'Melting Pot', which is cool because you can meet so many people, and experience things outside your bubble. However, we don't have that shared thread that binds us. That is why you see so much strife in the US today.
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  892. Hahaha i remember living in Osaka n Kyoto.. Im polynesian think like the Dwanye the rock Johnson. So i got looks everyday.. I just finished my Taiko class Im walking too the Train Station this homeless looking tall Japanese guy with Dreads I had Dreads too starts yelling at me, like yoooo Bob Marley and sings "one love, Don't worry about a thing I love you Bob Marley!! Lol.
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  893. めっっっっっちゃくちゃ分かるその気持ち。 子供3人いて、2人ASD、ADHDです。 私も生きづらさがずっとあったので私も発達障害あるのか？と思ってました。 子ども達の父親は完全なるADHDですが。 今は発達の問題ある子ども達が昔よりは理解があって、サポート受けやすい世の中になっていますよ😊ありがたいです🥺
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  894. I am glad this young lady went with her father..... the way a woman treats her father shows how she will treat her future husband..
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  895. When I was a kid, I remember that Asian children would get made fun of for their eyes by their non Asian peers in school, so I definitely think that Americans are aware of it
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  896. Another excellent video from the best Japanese youtuber! Thinking of all people's perspectives
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  897. As an autistic American woman (late-diagnosed at 35) looking to move to Japan, this is exactly the kind of thing I love to see! Thank you for this wonderful content, and for introducing us to this amazing author as well!
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  898. 3:44 This man is doing God's work. He's the best friend of any Man Of Culture visiting Japan.
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  899. Nobita, this was AMAZING. One of the best videos I ever saw from you. Thank you a lot and also to Mrs. Nobita 😄 - Chris Abroad, CDawg and all the nice women, telling their feelings! Great!
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  900. This is so interesting! America also has/had "omiai". But it's basically disappeared with the changing times. The rise of technology has certainly had its perks, but it seems it's got quite big downfalls as well..
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  901. i really like how animated you are in this topic. I laughed a lot! <3
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  902. Until the nineties there was the custom that the man should pay for both. Going Dutch was unthinkable. Thankfully no longer, nowadays. I have never been to both, Korea or Japan, but the first seem to be more extrovert in comparison to Japanese, something that makes them more friendly and affectionate. I thought that Korean mukbang wound have shocked, but that was not the case. 😎
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  903. @4:30 Great message to other Gaijin in Japan - lighten up on the finger pointing and accusations of 'discrimination' at any slight (real or perceived). A thick skin and sense of humor will significantly improve your time here, be it a few weeks, years, or more.
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  904. Great point about teasing at school. It happens anyway. On occasion race might be a convenient path. But if it weren't available then another.path would be used exactly the same.
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  905. Interesting video. I’m sure I would love Osaka humor. I’ve been in Japan 15 years now so to me Japan is home now. True, many days are still like “day one” with repetitive questions like “where are you from?” (I often answer that I’m from “Itabashi” rather than where I grew up). But I do understand that it’s intended as a friendly conversation starter, rather than discrimination. I think this video describes very well, the difference of thinking between different cultures and backgrounds. I am glad that schoolyard bullying toward foreign looking students isn’t so common here. I moved to Australia from Europe when I was five. For my first year of elementary school I was a prime target for bullying because I sounded different. Quite challenging indeed!
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  906. Great video, as a person with a stutter too, I love to hear people's stories and how they are trying to improve it. I remeber I would get made fun of and people would just mock me by repeating me when i would stutter. I feel lucky having speech therapy to help my condition from 1st grade to 5th grade at my US public school... however it isn't completely gone and still struggle with it. I realized too that since im Bilingual, my condition improved in English but not so much in spanish and many sounds in spanish still get me stuck. I hate it bc a lot of my family tell me it's because i dont know spanish lol. However, I'm glad to see people are acknowledging this more and creating tools to help for future generations. Now 24 and an engineer, I hope everyone here knows that they can still achieve everything they want in life!
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  907. I like how Nobita put the negative perception at the beginning and ended the video with something positive.
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  908. excelent topic, i couldn't agree more with the last sentence from that woman, world is full of hypocrites.
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  909. Who cares about public perception? Well Japanese are all about what others think, it doesn't matter wha you want or think just please everyone else.
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  910. When there's a need, there will always be someone willing to supply whatever demand requires. That's the way it works, companies come up with solutions, even if those slolutions don't solve the real problems. IMHO Robots and AI are expected to solve the problems with jobs and toxic working culture as they can undertake the tasks and chores that are too boring, time consuming and not as satisfying to do for humans. However, we get this. Why? https://youtu.be/xcZJqiUrbnI?si=GZJIYsp2U6QuV7_Z HRPC-4 android was quite advanced more than 10 years ago, it could be everywhere now, but where is it? What happened? Nobita, I subscribed to your channel many years ago when it was still named "Find your love in Japan". I don't remember the reasons you gave for the name change but it's still sad.
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  911. 芸者屋のお酒も高いです。たぶんホストは古い風習の新しい形です。芸者にたくさんのお金を費やすことも悪いですか。
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  912. When your mentality breaks you are gone.
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  913. 1: Not that I know of! The problem is our stagnant work market, which makes it hard for the youth to find a job, but unemployment is not something people actively look for. Youtubers, for e.g., are considered like autonomous workers (bad word-by-word translation), not NEETs, bc they are their own employers, but they still make an income nevertheless 2: Eeeh good question, I'd advise to check with your doctor if it's related to any health issue, or stress, or whatever else (I'm not a doc, so uh yeah). The "eat more" doesn't work for me because I have a health condition that makes it difficult, but working out helps me gain weight, cuz muscle mass. Just check all is good, and take care of yourself :)
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  914. Serious Topic! Nobita:-) Refreshing to hear Japanese perspective.
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  915. Male porn stars have it far worse, no question. I don't think people give male porn stars enough credit for how mentally prepared they have to be and how difficult it is. People focus on women far too much but, honestly, it's just easy for women from a physical stand point. No question. It's not a dream job of "having sex with tons of women". All I say is put yourself in their shoes and see if you could do the same exact thing. It's draining and taxing. Great video as always, Nobita!
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  916. I live in Japan and went to church once, it was just tons of old people, it seemed off and a weird version, not the same as native christian culture, kinda creepy but at least they can meet and have tea / make friends because the older people are vulnerable to be lonely in Japan
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  917. Nobita, thank you for talking about issues most people try to ignore. Just another person who's appreciating your work. And to add a bit to discussion, share my experience a bit at least anonymously. I'm also living in Japan, i didn't realize just how strong gender roles are here until years passed and it was too late. When i married i didn't really see much difference between men and women, mutual effort what mattered to me. Effort, what we accomplish can't be the same. It was perfectly fine before moving to Japan and at first we went, to my wife's family place. Slowly without noticing myself started living in "because i am a man, i have to"... my wife is also can be easily influenced by others and things slowly started to change. Too slow to notice. About 10 years passed and my wife got sick with incurable autoimmune disease with many complications. To make things shorter, i almost lost custody of my kids, i realized that i have no rights to about anything, only responsibilities and not because i am a foreigner, but i am male. That wife could take the kids ANY time and just leave, can divorce and take kids without much of an issue. The story is much more complicated and long, in the end, now i'm living with a person who changed so much that might as well be complete stranger and has full control over my life. I can't divorce now for two reasons, i love my kids and there is almost 99.9% chance custody will go to wife no matter what, regardless if she's able to take care of them or not. If divorce initiated by a male need a heavy reason and ridiculous amount of money and time, huge sum to pay for compensation. I simply can't afford this nor i want to loose contact with my kids. For a decent chance at success need a really good lawyer, they cost a lot. I'm not too proud about this incident, but i'll share anyway. Just how much it can affect a person. About a year ago when i got too drunk at one after event drinking party i lost control over negative emotions and almost ended up killing myself, luckily survival instincts kicked in at the last moment. Drowning is rather unpleasant. I could contact one single person i thought i could trust. Talked for a while, somehow calmed down. But in the end was abandoned quickly since i am man and have to sort out my stuff myself or just endure it. There is no one to talk to, even just simple complaining could relief stress a lot, but nope. In Japan man is not allowed to be weak at any point in life or he will be buried underground and viewed as trash, don't complain about anything, has lots of responsibilities but almost no rights when it comes to family. I push on for my kids, anything is better than loosing them. There are still years ahead until they graduate school, wherever i can endure until the end i try not to think. I guess this video struck a chord with me. Wrote so much of personal things even though i know it's just a waste of time and will be buried in the comments.
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  918. It is my understanding that conversations about Autism/ADHD in China is heavily parent-directed and we never get to hear from the autistic people/ people with ADHD themselves. It'd be really nice if we can shift the focus. #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
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  919. I have a stutter and it still comes back every so often and I’m 29 years old now. It was so hard as a child and even got bullied tremendously because of it. Even working at a job customers would poke fun so much I would break down crying over it. I wish people were more accepting and understanding of small differences in others. I was in speech therapy as a child for troublesome words or letters but it still was never a “cure” for stuttering.
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  920. As an immigrant living in japan I can honestly say that Japan’s future seems waaaayy more bright than America. I feel more confident about japans ability to turn things around than my home country and I hope to help make japan a better place together. I love it here and I think there’s so much potential. And I am optimistic about that.
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  921. I think many forgeiners want to be like him,but perhaps are too scared, uneducated or nervous about it. From every non-Japanese person I've spoken to about Japan, the country is pretty well loved and respected abroad! Most people find it so beautiful, amazing and unique! Someone like Chris is needed to help bridge that gap, since he knows the culture and people so well and makes it easier for forgeiners to approach Japan. So many of us abroad want to learn and emulate Japan's lessons too, we often wish our countries were more like Japan. Of course, every country has it's flaws, but it seems Chris cares enough to try and address it. It really makes me happy to see that cross-cultural bond he has made.
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  922. "Women in Japan often judge men just by their income level. Yeah, many women often care about how much money he makes." That is in every country, by every women (whether or not they are conscious of it). It is built in the female mind by biology to see how many resources a man has to offer.
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  923. RIP 🪦 Japan’ 🇯🇵 i was blessed to have the opportunity to live there for 2 years. Sad seeing the downfall of Japan
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  924. So much respect for the experts, the therapists and those who understand challenges and benefits of human relationships. In no universe is this ok, it’s horrifying, you cannot be a stable or emotionally healthy person without the negotiations, disagreement and empathy you get from interacting with someone real. We need to be challenged, and learn to understand others differing views, and compromise. How disturbing and weak minded is anyone who can only be around something that they can make suit them. It’s such a fraudulent way to exist. And harmful to yourself. Just get counseling and get back to relationships. We shouldn’t avoid what’s difficult.
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  925. I find it funny that a lot of the time that people, and I mean all people, make assumptions when someone is foreign to them. I've been on the receiving end and all I can say is, take it in stride. It's not that big of a deal as long as you are sure that that person respects you.
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  926. How horrible. What a strong lady.
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  927. Lucky for me I am a man and despite being not being in an athletic condition I am 6'5'' 200+ pounds and confronted my bullies with force including punching one in the face, I do my best to stay away from people in general and keep my anger in check, but it is not easy and I understand smaller folks, especially women, do not have the same advantages. I would suggest to all people they should workout or do some sort of sport to build confidence also if possible seek a trainer to teach you self defense.
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  928. Kato Cha is already set a new record for got married his partner, 45 years younger than him. Since then, age-gap relationship seemed less questionable, at least for men, in Japan!!😆
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  929. This video made me cry. I cant imagine the suffering these people have been through. I feel so bad for Catherine and the kid who was abducted by his Japanese mom too...
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  930. We see the same kind of thing all the time in the US. there's technically laws preventing it, but they're barely enforced.
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  931. Another informative video! Thank you for presenting so many different aspects and perspectives of Japan, Nobita!
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  932. Thank you for this upload. I have worked with people with autism for almost 30 years now. It is very interesting to listen and take part of people from other cultures. Arigatou gozaimasu.
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  933. Thank you again for the videos. I really love how you explored ASD and more about mental health in Japan since it's a common thing. Really this channel should be more popular because it covers a lot of details without any shilling and to the point.
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  934. It’s a big burden for families whose older adults cannot enter the long-term care facilities due to stigma including dementia. They have to take care of their parents without support from the society. Once they complete their mission, they cannot return back to work due to their worsened mental and physical health leaving the country accepting more foreigners to work. It’s not like they are not capable but the society also limits its own people. This powerful country needs to do something to decline gradually gracefully.
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  935. So sad. I love Asian eyes. I have to admit that I have never thought about it before I watched this video, other than thinking that single eyelids are very beautiful.
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  936. Hard? As a foreigner, I found it much easier and much funnier than in the US. From my experiences in the US, I felt like it was an interview, and was uncomfortable with it. Here in Japan, I was actually having fun and enjoying the time with someone else.
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  937. Her attitude really shines through in her smile! I enjoyed hearing her speak
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  938. Nobita san, it's a great video, 😊but it made me sad. 🥺All the social activites, even the unpopular Nomikai (drinking) culture with bosses and colleagues are stopped. I miss saying hello with neighbors. I hope we Japanese people find the may to improve this issue. And my heart warmed when your friend said 'Nobita san is only my friend' 🥺
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  939. This was a good interview! Thank you so much! 😊
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  940. I know that it always sounds as if i'm repeating myself over and over again but i really want to say how interesting many of your videos are. I don't always leave a comment but i'm watching all of them.
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  941. I've always wondered how it would be for me to go to japan, being american Japanese!
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  942. Nobita-San's content is getting more in-depth and so informative. Japan must give you a medal!
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  943. I see this problem are not just US but also other country. Do you think college are worth for a shackle called student debt especially with today economy ? I don't think so if you ask me, world need more entrepreneur class/ job making class.
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  944. On one hand, it's bad Japanese do not know the history of one of the most pivotal moments in world history, and their nations part in it. On the other hand, the nation is not weighed down by the baggage of events nearly a century ago, allowing future generations to move forward, while that post-war generation worked to keep the things that made it occur (Imperialist Ideology) not occur again. It's complicated to say the least. Edit: The generation that lived after that war was very much affected by it, to the point it was in everything within Japanese Culture. The wish to not want to be held back by that however was present too. As an example from the famous Gundam cartoon, "They are held down by Earth's Gravity". It was not meant to be taken literally, by symbolically as being held down by the old world and all of its baggage. How one couldn't move away from the issues of Earth's history, allowing it to affect the current era. It, of course, was used as propaganda by one faction or another for justifications of warfare, which proved the point.
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  945. Good vlog. Everybody needs to learn their history both the good and bad. Not to make people feel bad but to understand our mistakes and to have the knowledge to keep from repeating them again. I'm from the U.S. and we made a lot of mistakes in our history. In WW2 we where at at war with Japan and Germany and now we are allies. I've visited both countries a few time and really enjoy their cultures, food and people. It's not the people, it's the choices they made and the choices we make now.
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  946. Thank you for making these videos, Nobita-san. Honest and open discussion is really important and your videos are good examples of that
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  947. I somewhat understand what they’re talking about. It’s uncomfortable to speak about for fear of persecution and ridicule yet they desire a connection to other people. It’s just they prefer keeping to themselves over feeling like they’re bothering people. It’s complex. Thanks for the video TJR.
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  948. I would say, this isn't just in Japan. Bigger corporations outside Japan are also seeing how far they can push things, even breaking the law if they think they can pressure the victim into a position where they can't call out their company for their actions (which I know is already difficult in Japan, because you haven't any whistleblowing safety laws, and you have quite extreme defamation laws that seem to trigger before anything else). Companies inside Japan are also getting a bit too confident that they are 'safe' when employing people outside the country (see Selen Tatsuki/Dokibird and Nijisanji for a recent high profile case), not realising that actually, many of their contractual malpractices are not protected by international law. Mental health stigmas are not generally as harsh as they are in Japan in the rest of the world, but even outside it, they're strong enough that not enough people are looking for help. They're also not really explored in children at all, even though things like full time working parents/guardians and just general lack of mental health support is extremely common. What Nana said about wanting to be treated the same as before resonates with me in particular, because I do try to function as I have in the past, only to find it doesn't really work anymore. I've never really had that many friends though, so I guess I've not had too much of a social loss. It's still sad to see though. I'm glad Nana has someone there that she can count on though, it's not easy to find someone like that, even outside Japan.
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  949. Some other observations- Since Japanese houses are relatively small (and the TV location is usually close to the Kotatsu) this results in sitting closer to the TV which results in TV volume being lower naturally , also since walls are thin this results in TV volume being lower to not disturb the neighbors - in that situation, if you add both environmental noise such as an air conditioner and multiple people in a house, then reliance on reading information on screen becomes greater because the audio is more difficult to hear. Additionally, in the case of a family, young kids who sit closer to the TV (because they are smaller) have better hearing ability (because they are young) will hear the TV fine but older adults may not, due to being farther from the TV and having naturally deteriorated hearing ability due to age. This often results in a fight over the TV volume. On a side note, I also think the lack of text in Anime is also related to adult disinterest of Anime - because they can’t hear it when watching with their kids -as kids fight to keep the volume down. If you can’t hear it, then understanding is diminished. Of course there are kids that like to keep the volume louder I suppose. So this theory may not be correct in all situations.
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  950. Another excellent topic covered by you. Very interesting indeed. I like how hard working, disciplined and proffesional he is.
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  951. Language and communication is probably the biggest barrier to this kind of dating. I would struggle with it if I couldn't easily talk to a partner. It does seem like there are a lot of factors here, however. Some of the women brought up concerns and possible difficulties which I hadn't even thought of! A sense of adventure is definitely required!
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  952. I feel like there must be "more" (not really, but relative to the porcentage of Christians in the country) True Christians in Japan than in any European or American country, cause in the West it is the norm, so people sort of have a basic idea of what Christianity means (in any denomination) but doesn't really care, while in Japan, because there are so few and it's kind of a odd thing, the people that stay in the faith must really believe it and live it.
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  953. I've experienced this in Japan a few times and yes racism is absolutely in Japan. I don't mind being stared at, especially by small kids. That's actually fun! My GF is japanese and she is much much shorter than i am so we get stared at a lot but i don't mind that. It's when I'm by myself and people don't want to sit next to me on the train that it becomes uncomfortable. Or when they get up and stand at the door for another 5 stations before they get off. Maybe they don't mean bad but it makes me uncomfortable. However it happens less when I'm with my GF so i guess it could just be being scared I'll talk to them in English and when I'm with my GF they know I'll talk to her instead. Still i see it in my GF too. She sold her apartment to a Chinese guy. He was willing to pay full price while some japanese lady asked for a discount. I think she would have given the discount if the agent didn't stop her and took the Chinese money. She really didn't like the Chinese guy buying the house even though he was a totally ok guy. Then again my japanese family in-law have been totally nice and welcoming to me. And took me everywhere for sightseeing.
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  954. I feel like it isn't racism but instead the differences that each side possesses. me personally when I think of racism I think of "HANG THAT BLACK N***GER" or "MY RACE IS SUPPERIOR TO YOURS!!" that kind of foul abhorrent behavior. from what I've heard and seen, the racism in Japan is nothing like that which begs the question of the name racism even being fit for the situation. all though for the renting apartments situation where the landlord denies foreigners; whether that be in the right or wrong, that is 100% a form of discrimination. such a difficult situation isn't it, lol 難しいですね.
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  955. I recently went to Japan, and it's shocking that there are businesses that openly discriminate against other nationalities.
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  956. Many thanks for uploading this video. I have been experiencing a Parental Child Abduction that was conducted by my Japanese ex-wife. Ms. Umemura is one of the top lawmakers who are addressing to improve Jpana's family law, I strongly support her. Also, I hope Ms. Yukiko Kada will have a chance to appear in your further video for this matter.
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  957. I wonder why the historical relationships between Japan and Taiwan vs Japan and Korea were so different. Like why did Japan treat Taiwan so differently?
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  958. I loved this video very educational:)
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  959. Chris is honest, straight forward, entertaining and funny . I just love this man as I do love Joey, the Animeman/Trash taste guy. They are great business men without having sold their soul and kind heart to clicks and clout. -- Thank you so much for your review. From Germany with respect and love ☮
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  960. Want to drop a comment of appreciation for posting this video. Christianity in Japan has always been fascinating to me (and how the Japanese portray it) and it's heartening to know that actual Japanese Christians see that Christianity and the Japanese are not so far apart as it would seem.
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  961. May Japan be able to solve their problems someday, there's still tons of animes I'd like to watch😢😢
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  962. I am 55 and I also am autistic. I was officially diagnosed as a very young child but my parents and therapists kept it a secret from me all my life. I found out for myself through the wonderful internet about 10 years ago and confronted my mom about it 6 years ago. Nowadays you hear so mush about autism but go back less than 20 years and there was close to nothing to find.
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  963. As a asian america who also dealt with social issues i wouldnt consider myself a hikikomori but i would love to come to Japan and aid help or just hear out the stories of hikikomori's, we may have similar or different views that can help them or others move out of that mental jail in most peoples head
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  964. As with all government programs, the loneliness ministry will just become another money pit, which is unfortunate. It will require a cultural change in the big cities to get people to not isolate themselves.
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  965. Thanks for making this video Nobita!
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  966. I am really happy to see you did not give up talking in front of your camera and I am looking forward to seeing more of it in the future. 🙂Also, I appreciate your relationship advice that is on the same level with that of the best psychologists and couple therapists on the planet. Well done! Thumbs up! Oh, and congratulations on over 650,000 viewers on your channel! So nice to see your channel thrive and the reason for this is your dedication and high quality content.
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  967. So eye opening content, thank you Nobita-san!
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  968. as a "half" Jap/swiss kid that was born in japan, we migrated to Australia and got our citizenship there. for few years I had 3 passports with different nationalities. When I was turning 18 I remember I had to decide, keep Australian&Swiss or keep only Japanese. at that point, as much as I loved Japan I knew i never wanted to work and live there, so it was an easy choice. My koseki is still there so I was hoping that If i absolutely have to go back to japan i'll probably be ok (didn't think about how I would ever leave the country again until the older lady in this vid mentioned it, leave and re-enter every 90 days?) I remember my Japanese mother was understanding but sad to see her children not "be Japanese" anymore, but i told her at the time, "I will always be Japanese, whether I have a Japanese passport or not" and watching this video reminded me of that time. still, getting older now and I do wish my future children would have the choice/ability to adopt Japanese citizenship if they wanted it.
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  969. I have similar concerns to the couple the end of the video. My grandchildren are half Japanese and half Canadian. The older one was born in Japan and the other was born in Canada. Currently, the family is back living in Japan, but what issues might there be for them in the future, especially the younger grandchild who was born in Canada? They are still very young but I still wonder.
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  970. @Nobita England and Scotland have different financial bodies for education example in London you would pay £30000 for university fees in Scotland you would pay £9000. Student loans are paid depending on income meaning I'd you do not earn above a certain annual salary you will not pay it back. Only when you earn £16000 per year annum then you will pay back you loans at £76 per month on low end mid level £30000 per annum you pay £128 per month. Part time jobs are encouraged in Scotland for students. I hope Japan adopt Scotlands system.
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  971. Great video. Nice to hear from a variety of every day ladies on this subject. Keep up the great work.
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  972. Ok, Nobita... What the actual fuck, mate?
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  973. As a European visitor who has been to Japan as a tourist several times: Racism is nothing relevant. If you can not deal with slightly weird or embarassing situations, stay home, is what I think. Yes, people treat you different. Many times for good reason, and to your own benefit. Like when I used the slippers in a restaurant, and just kept them on instead of returning them when I reached my table. They were meant only to go to the table and back to the shoes, but noone was mad because how would I know? There was a sign but hell, I can barely communicate, reading is way out of my reach! We had a good laugh when the misunderstanding became clear, and all was fine. Gaijin make mistakes like these, and noone gets mad, so I guess we can be happy for some "differential treatment". Also when I drank a good amount of expensive sake, I got shocked because what I thoght was "per bottle" prices, were "per glass" prices. After a little talking I understood that it was indeed me, who was in the wrong. But no, they did not make me pay - which would have been their right. In the contrary, they understood my honest mistake and were so nice they even made me some delicious tuna specialty for me and we had a great evening. I could talk of many more cases like these, but what I mean to say is Japanese people are very polite, and also kind people. Even, or especially, to foreigners. Yes some people are rude, arrogant or condescending. They are just people, you will find the same everywhere in the world. Also maybe they just had a bad day, don't take it personally. Or maybe they had bad experiences with foreigners. It is their right to be worried or have a negative view, do not hate them for it and do not demand they change. Yes sometimes talking Japanese is just being ignored because they can not comprehend that a foreigner knows (some) Japanese, or maybe they can just not understand the weird accent. But all those things are not malicious, and for every person I found who would refuse to "understand" my japanese, I found another person complementing me and making an effort. When people are not used to meeting others they can not easily communicate with some issues are to be expected. If you can not deal with that best stay home. Traveling is an adventure after all. You always have to be aware that you are "invading" another person's cultural space, so the problems are on you, not on them. Cherish what you can take, but do not demand, and try not to be a nuisance. Personally I feel extremely bad about the people complaining about "racism". I travel and I am happy about the privilege and honor of being able and allowed to visit these countries, so when I see other people from my country (or white people in general) complain I am very, very embarassed by it. Also the other way around it is the same thing, and I hope that my ignorance is/was not being interpreted as rudeness or racism. I remember myself talking with an older Japanese man about a woodpecker we heard (but couldn't spot), and only after he left I realized that I was very rude the entire time, because I used very informal Japanese language, ("hai, kikoreru, omoshiroi tori desu ne"...). Am I now racist because I spoke to an older man in such an informalt manner? Is the Japanese girl at the ramen shop now racist because she would not make an effort to understand my basic Japanese? No - I hope we can get over those leftist lables and enjoy cultural exchange without these hateful words like "racism". It is difficult enough to communicate over language and cultural barriers, and always a bit "hazukashii", but in the end it is a good thing and as someone who loves to travel I'd find it a great loss if intercultural experiences were determined by such negative concepts as "racism". I can only say I had a wonderful time every time I visited, and I hope I can come many times in the future and experience the same beautiful people and their hospitality.
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  974. I think it's common in all coutries, women use children to take revenge on their ex-partner. Even if they do not have sole custody, they do everything to make it difficult for fathers to have contact with their children. This is very common in Poland.
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  975. I wish all countries had that kind of relationship. It's a great way of expressing what it means to be human. Thank you for another enjoyable video Nobita-san👍
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  976. This was really sweet and heart warming to watch.
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  977. This has been an issue long before COVID but COVID has definitely exasperated it.
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  978. Thank you for making a very interesting VDO. Nobita san is one of the only few who makes great vdos about the Japanese society.
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  979. Awesome video Nobita! Personally as a German, I love the looks of double eyelids but going under the knife for that is too much. Please ladies, no surgeries for small things
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  980. Great interviews. I like that you talk to many people and we get to hear different opinions. Thank you for the hard work.
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  981. It is interesting that Rinka said that husbands have wives around their age, but they prefer porn(7:48). According to Mari, Japanese men say that their wives' body is unattractive(6:21). Perhaps the men are not being honest about the real reason they find their wives unattractive. I have heard from another Japanese channel that Japanese woman turn into another person after marriage. On Nobita's channel, their was a guy he interviewed that said he avoided being at home as much as possible. He said his wife was constantly attacking him and making him feel unwelcome in his home. I highly doubt he and his wife have an active sex life. Her attitude is so hostile that he does not want to come near her. Perhaps this is true for other Japanese men. Their wives may be attractive, but their behavior is a huge turn off. I know a lot of guys that will not touch a 9 out of 10 if she has a hostile attitude.
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  982. Nobita this is the best video I've seen from you so far (and they are all good!), and I can tell that an absolute ton of work was put into it. Thank you so much. What a wonderful job you did.
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  983. おはようございます，のびたさん。ブラジル人です。日本語を勉強しています。日本は大好きです。ビデオで面白かった。ありがとうございます!
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  984. This must be why my 一年生 female Junior High School students spend much of their time in class combing their hair, applying face creams, and staring into fancy handheld mirrors. These 12-13-year-olds are practicing being adults already, including fixing their deadly gaze on the ALT! :hand-orange-covering-eyes:
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  985. The problem is conversational language skills aren't taught and practiced. A lot of it in Eikawa classes are listening to the teacher giving instructions in Japanese, hearing English above their level, and spending all semester on one speech they memorize and forget.
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  986. Thank you so much fro sharing the thought of your grandmother!! I guess I knew the most things and in the end it didnt change my mind of someday moving there, thank you so much Nobita-san!!!
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  987. I just decided to spend my time reading books and spending time with family. Honestly, if I DID fit in with my peers, I might have made a lot more bad decisions. who knows, maybe I might have become a bully myself?
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  988. What an amazing, strong lady. Good on her and thank you for your videos!
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  989. Youre usually good with subtitles. I haven't seen them the last few vids.
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  990. To put it in another light; I speak such fluent English with an American accent both people living in the UK and America think I am American. My mother tongue is Norwegian; through the exposure of American entertainment such as TV and video games I learned not just how to speak it but to flip between it at a needle-drop. The only times you can discern the differences is when I am either: A. Drunk. B. Really tired. It is fully possible to learn another language to such a degree you become, in a way, superior? It is so important to you that you will study it for hours, as I have, to master it. One thing is having an ear for language, it is something else to really "imitate" it. Yes I wrote this drunk.
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  991. very inspiring man! his achievement is very difficult and that's despite the discrimination that he is facing
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  992. Thank you nobita for your hard work ❤ its so sad and depressing...i wish all japanese people to find peace soon someday. 😢
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  993. First of all, I’d like to thank you Nobita for this amazing interview video. For sure this will make people think deeper about race considering different perspectives and your work really helps both Japanese and foreigners who have some bond with Japan. I am Brazilian and I’ve been in Japan 4 times. As a black person who speaks Japanese, I always felt safe and welcomed wherever I were. Except one time in a restaurant in Okinawa (2019) I was denied to have a seat that was free. The man who was dealing with me had a angry expression and didn’t give me any explanation why he denied me a seat. Japan has a culture of treating costumers as Gods, and that restaurant wasn’t doing that. So, I considered that place as below Japanese standards service, expressed my gratitude and left there. I went to another restaurant nearby and had an amazing meal, service, the whole package. After I came back to Brazil a friend of mine who has Japanese citizenship told me that maybe the man who denied me a seat assumed I was American from Okinawa Military Base and that trigged him to his bad behavior. Even if this was the case, I don’t think it justifies it. Anyways staying in Japan for short time can be fine, as tourist can be amazing but I’m not sure about living in Japan for years. Looking forward to visit Japan again.
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  994. I feel like Japanese are not that great at explaining things to foreigners in general. Sometimes they think that foreigners should just understand what they're thinking when foreigners have no indication how they should think or react to certain situations. There aren't a lot of resources on etiquette for foreigners other than the basic ones either.
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  995. I liked this episode. But I think it was a bit unfortunate that both of them basically had the same story. It would have been interesting to have a few more people share their experiences.
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  996. This was very inspiring! To see so many people learn how to turn their challenges into something that can help others is wonderful to see. Especially in a society that encourages conformity. Thank you so much for this video!
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  997. Here in Argentina, we have a serious problem when it comes to mental health and depression among young people. I saw a lot of boys and girls of my age with high levels of sadness, some of them are constantly depressed. In fact, i have a friend who is passing a serious depression, when we do our meetings, he is constantly angry, at the border of breaking in tears, saying me that her friends are constantly "kicking" him out of relations.
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  998. Great video. It's very interesting to know how people with ASD deal with their condition in such a different culture
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  999. I myself struggle with my stutter, so this topic really hits home. Thank you Nobita!! For bringing more exposure to the struggle!
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  1000. As a foreigner who can speak Japanese well enough to go have serious meetings with a lot of terminology but not enough to say what I want to say smoothly, I feel exactly like this.
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  1001. It seems to me that these problems are very surmountable if: 1) young people get out and vote 2) increase immigration (nothing crazy just a small percentage increase) 3) Corporations stop working there people literally to death.
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  1002. First of all: nice video. Thank you Nobita-san for making this video and also a big big "Thank you" to lovely Lemi-chan and Emi-chan for talking about their situation. I may be only a Male from Germany but i have same "problem" and know how they feel. I hope they will find their soulmates someday. I really like these girls and wish them all the best.🥰
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  1003. I summarize it in one word: tatemae
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  1004. it feels like it's more of difference than "disorder"
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  1005. wow jsut watching her I can name at least 10 people I ment at school etc in germany and japan who were not dignozed but had the same charactaristic features ... indeed having an enterpreneur /startup visa needs a solid biz plan and cash... speaking of the coltural simmularities netherlands are quite simmular to germany. I knew duch guy back in the days and have seen many german features in him
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  1006. There's tremendous pressure to conform in Japan. So people who don't fit in easily are ostracized and are seen as dysfunctional. Some people like to live or work alone or with a few close friends. Leave them be.
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  1007. nobita, wow this interview hit kinda hard on the emotions. i teared a little. great work as usual with these videos about your country!
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  1008. Nobita, I have watched your vids, and find this one to be the best of all. ( in my opinion) the raw emotions of the girl, the passion she feels, the intelligence is intense, the viewer feels it, we like her , she is good people that had bad surroundings while she grew up. I feel sorry for the kid myself. She seems like good people to me.
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  1009. 動画を作ってくださってありがとうございます。来日して、周りの人に真面目に会話したり、繋がったりするのは難しく感じたのでこの動画が凄く役に立つと思います。ありがとうございます。
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  1010. These rules can easily apply to any country, maybe in different forms and shapes but for example, immature is immature no matter if you are an otaku or girl waiting for Prince Charming expecting to dance through life. This applies to men as well. I think to be successful in the relationship you must have feelings but at the same time not to be blinded by beauty and have eyes and judge situations correctly. Unless as Nobita mentioned, you are after one night adventure.
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  1011. Truth. Good piece Nobita-san! You hit on many of the dating red flags in Japan not just for foreigners, but for Japanese, particularly returnees (帰国子女), as well. Some like gaijin chasers are (or soon come to be) well-known among foreign men in Japan. However I thought it very interesting that you brought up the maturity differential between foreigner men and Japanese women of the same age. It’s something that I had perceived over the years, but I kinda always chalked it up to my own biases or interpretation. You make a good point that Japanese culture and media reinforces the idea that immature/airhead behavior is attractive/cute for women, so that dating older women may be (is) necessary to find someone with whom you can have meaningful conversations. You touched about the 30+ “leftovers” (売れ残り) problem, but there is an aspect you didn’t really hit on… those who feel pressured and are desperate to get married… they can have a tendency to do whatever they can to hold on to the person they are dating. This often looks like not really being their true selves in the relationship, just going along with their partner’s wishes… until they are married, then the mask comes off! The only other thing that I would mention is applicable to all relationships, not just interracial/international couples. Spending lots of time as things become serious talking about what each other expects in marriage… such as both partners working, having children, education for the children and caring for aging parents. Successful long-term marriages between people of the same background is hard enough, when you add significant cultural and language differences, it just makes the need for communication all that much more important.
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  1012. Top reason that comes to mind is people using the dual citizenship loophole by having a child in another country, allowing said child to automatically gain citizenship and then later on gaining dual with their actual home country. So you then have issues of citizenship solemnly for economic convenience and not for actual national identity. Prime example are pregnant Chinese citizens going abroad to the US or Canada and lying on their visa applications so that their child automatically gains citizenship and then the parents can also apply for citizenship through their child.
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  1013. I think it's more complicated than people make it out to be. People make these generalisations, but I think it's because they're missing something. For example, a first reaction I get from Japanese people isn't "Nihongo jouzu" it's "Nihon de sunde imasu ka?" Because I look like someone who has a job. I'm sure Joey has a more robust experience than I do, but... don't buy into the popular myths.
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  1014. I’m from Hawaii, I have a few friends that are fluent in Japanese because their grandparents/parents taught them. It also helped that one of my friends would go to Japan for summer school from a young age. When my friends that can speak fluently visits Japan it seems that they are accepted as Japanese, however that could also be because they look full Japanese or of the Hawaii culture of being laid back. I think even though Hawaii is apart of the United States, we have a lot of roots from Japan and other Asian cultures because of its rich history of being a “melting pot” of cultures
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  1015. I'm in two minds about this. On the one hand, I would like the average Japanese person to be more aware of at least some of the details regarding the war. Just knowing more details about the war would help Japanese people to empathize with other nation's opinions. On the other, I don't want them to dwell on it. It's history, and it doesn't involve almost anyone alive today, if at all. If an old man raped a girl in Korea 70-80 years ago, that has nothing to do with his granddaughter in Japan today. She's not responsible, and shouldn't blame herself for it or be pressured to do so. You mentioned Germany, and while the general opinion of other countries is "Good on them for acknowledging it", it often comes down to people in Germany blaming themselves, or being pressured to do so, for things done by their father's father - who himself was probably just doing what he was told. I don't think that's fair, and I don't want Japanese people to similarly demonise themselves just because it's "the right thing to do". If it's to be approached with Japanese people, I think it should be done so quite late into high school, when they are hopefully mature enough to accept it as what it is - The Past.
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  1016. Dude looks like a certified badass.
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  1017. I was surprised just how quiet Japan was, i suspect that it is convenient to be able to watch TV while it is muted, and what little Japanese i learned showed me that the written form could clear up miscommunications from the spoken form. Also i have a pet theory that the reserved nature of the Japanese results in them over compensating with over expressing in other ways.
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  1018. How interesting, thanks! I watch a lot of Japanese YouTubers even though I am still learning, and have found their simple captions on the screen have really helped me learn a lot.
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  1019. Don't worry about the mistake bro. Your English is way better than my Japanese lmao
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  1020. Excellent video.Thanks for uploading.
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  1021. Japan adopted the capitalist society and online dating app culture, but did not upgrade the social norms. Old social norms in work and private life are still followed hence only the top 20% get the girls. This problem is not seen in India or many western countries even though their birth rate also declining, but Japan is SOCIALLY. IMPLODING in every sense from work to private life to making friends to having relationships or having children!!!!!!
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  1022. Thank You for This Valuable Content. What a cheerful lady she is 🥰, totally unfazed by the world around her who would judge her. 'When God is for Us then what can stand against' - surely
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  1023. As someone who has lived on and off in Japan for more than 4 years in total now (living there atm), I have been discriminated against, that's for sure. The Gaijin seat on the train or the fact people stare at you is a bit surprising at first but you get used to it. Certain things get old fast though like when you talk to people in Japan and they feel the need to reply in English or comment on your Japanese EVERY SINGLE TIME you speak. You get used to it but it gets tiresome after hundredth and hundredth of time. I have been lucky not to live in big cities most of the time as I think discrimination happens more in big cities as people in the countryside are more curious about foreigners than anything. Usually. I have lived in the Osaka prefecture for a while and I have been arrested by the police 3 times. As I answered in Japanese, the first 2 times were pretty cordial and didn't last more than a minute but the last one lasted more than 10 minutes (checking my bicycle ID, my passport, etc...) and I was getting a bit irritated as I was in a hurry. The look of disappointment on the 2 cops when they couldn't find anything incriminating (didn't steal my bicycle and was not an illegal immigrant) was worth it though. The other thing is when walking around Nara city, a Kuso-jiji (An older gentleman -to put it very mildly-) started talking to my Japanese girlfriend at the time and told her in Japanese not to date white guys as it was bad for the country and some other shit. When we ignored him, he just finished in English with a "No more white". I wanted to reply in Japanese something but my gf just said it wasn't worth it so I let it go. It was like 10 years ago, but even though it might have been an odd racist grandad, it is still engraved in my mind to this day. So when some Japanese people in the video say there is no racism or discrimination or try to deflect the blame and say other countries are more racist than Japan, that is a bit concerning. Some Japanese tends to get quite defensive when you are critical of Japan though (And also weeaboos), so to me, it is not surprising. I just wish they would be open to discussing it instead of completely denying it.
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  1024. Very joyful and uplifting lady, full of life. Great video.
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  1025. These families give so much positive vibes !! I have the feeling they are even happier than families with both parents I definitely can say these fathers all succeeded to be good ones Beautiful families for a beautiful video ❤️
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  1026. Not Japanese but I could relate with the "Kaigorishoku" I left my job to take care of my mother who suffered hemorrhagic stroke. She mobility challenged from 2004 until now. there are times where I was able hire someone to take care of her but those carers resign after 2 or several months. leaving me of resigning (when I have to take care of ma) and applying for jobs (when is able to hire someone to take care of ma) cycle. I pay my taxes well but Gov't don't see us and focuses on using tax money to give to drug addicts.
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  1027. As always, it is an excellent topic. Please pass along to the women you speak to, that "leftovers" (as applied to food) taste better the next day because time creates more flavor within the dish. This is a common thought in America. And you are correct; Western men prefer maturity in women because of realistic expectations.
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  1028. Hi Nobita. I see you've interviewed both Lemi-chan and Emi-chan in this video. Well I consider them both as very attractive women both in looks and personality. Not losers at all ( I hate the word loser btw because everyone can be a loser at certain times in life). For me it is important in a women that she is a warm and interesting personality. Well both Lemi and Emi are lovely ladies. They are both great Youtubers and persons and I am subscribed to both their channels. By the way the livestream with you, Lemi, Emi and Yuka was golden. Keep up the good work. Most important is to have fun in live and try to be a great human. Then if circumstances are right you reflect that in your environment. I struggle with it often just to make that happen. Although I do my best ;).
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  1029. He has a great sense of humour and he knows how to laugh about himself too, the thing that many streamers lack because they're a bunch of cringey Weaboos. He learned from his mistakes and despite of any situations he looks happy in Japan,which is not easy because it requires a full mind-reset. He made what a very low percentage of streamers have made: to feel part and love Japan with its ups and downs. Chris is the best!!
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  1030. I mean as a general content creator he is loved, his documentary style of videos are really good almost like on par, nay even better than what BBC or NHK could come up with and he should know since at some point he did work with them, he has mastered the documentary style video just in his stay in Japan and honestly that says a lot, he really managed to make a documentary entertaining and not just informative and his tip videos where he just talks to us mano e mano on the camera are very well done and well articulated.
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  1031. Good job man. I watched most of the NTR hentai manga and each time it pisses me off. Sometimes even more so when brothers get involved. Me and my older brother, have lots of disagreements but we never ever do this stupidity. It honestly makes someone gets depressed
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  1032. i enjoyed your "senpai" sections of the video, got the feeling you had fun doing them and hope you can add more of him into future videos every now and again
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  1033. Man, the sincerity and directness of that young man insisting... Really defending his ai gf. Makes me feel sorry really. I think as a form of therapy this could be good, but not a real daily relationship.
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  1034. I'm really glad you posted this video. It's given me alot of hope that, even though it's unlikely I will ever get to live in Japan, I should be able to visit without much difficulty as long as i have someone with me. I was born with a mitochondrial disease (if you think of your body like a car, the mitochondria are the engine. They're what gives your body strength (through your muscles) and give you the energy to move). Over time, as a side effect, it caused many other complications and illnesses to manifest. Nowadays, like this young woman in your video, I am also wheelchair-bound and cant even leave my house without assistance. As for where I live. Here in Texas, USA (and note: Texas is a big place, so it's very likely things vary alot throughout different parts of Texas) it is very difficult for physically disabled to live alone. There are certainly options to try, though. One option that was explained to me was this assisted living home. The waiting list was 8 years long though, and even then I would have had to pay to live there, and as someone unable to work, that would have been very inconvenient. Another option is hiring a nurse to come help you do things like bathe and any medical-related assistance. I havnt needed that though because luckily my mother happens to be a nurse. Aside from that, the only thing I can think of off the top of my head is placing yourself in a Home, and by that I mean the type of place the elderly tend to be sent when they have nowhere else to go. But it's another situation where you have to be able to pay for it. In my specific situation, if anything happens to my mother, I will very likely end up on the street because I cannot afford any of the services provided to disabled people. On the note of how the disabled are treated, it's disgusting. In the area I live in, any disabled using government assisted medical insurance, such as Medicare or Medicaid, gets treated awfully by doctors. Most doctors here wont even accept patients with that kind of medical insurance. I wont say all, but most that do accept them just use them for tax exemptions. From my own personal experience, I get treated like I am less than a person. For example, earlier this year my bipap machine (a machine that helps me breathe when I am asleep) started faltering and needed to be replaced. We were told by both the nurses at the doctors office and by the people who work for the medical supples office where they get bipaps from that it shouldnt take longer than 5 days to get what I need. It took three months, with no explination. You may be wondering what that has to do with what medical insurance I use. As I mentioned before, my mother is a nurse, and has been for a long time. She knows from working in the field how people like me are viewed. She is also very good at getting other nurses to say what they normally wouldnt say in front of other patients. Kind of like a "Oh, she's one of us" thing. And on many occassions she has gotten a nurse to admit (usually very ashamedly) that the reason something is taking so long is that I got pushed behind patients with medical insurance that is not government-assisted. I'm going to stop there. I am very sorry for the novel I just wrote in your comments section. Once again, I am happy you posted this video. No matter what the struggles of being disabled in Japan are, it doesn't sound any worse than what I already experience, so I'm confident I can find a way to manage if I am ever fortunate enough to go there (probably with my mother). I hope so. If you're even still reading at this point, sorry again for saying so much. Please take care, and please keep doing what you do.
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  1035. endless cycle of wearing makeup eventually damages your skin long term to hide it with even more makeup. I don't blame the makeup company to profit off those suckers cause to me it's a giant scam in my opinion but I respect the hustle.
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  1036. It seems to me 95% of the women shown are pretty and don't even need make up.
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  1037. Imagine how much money companies are profiting from women who just wants to search for or keep a job. It's heartbreaking to think I need wear makeup to work to be respectful, as if our bareface is offensive 😢
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  1038. It's good that you enjoy makeup as a fun hobby or a little art. It won't harm you for that. It's only bad if it turns into pressure for you to do it.
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  1039. I lived in Japan for 5 years, and I started feeling social pressure of not wearing makeup when I was 18. During my years in Tokyo, I was very insecure about my すっぴん(natural face) and started to feel very low self-esteem. This kind of feeling had haunted me for years. Even at the beginning years when I moved to Singapore, I wore makeup every day. Now I am living in Brazil, and I have started to feel confident about my natural look again and am more focused on my physical and mental health, which helps me rebuild my self-esteem. I would say it is very interesting that you can tell in East Asia, that our societies have more social norms that have put pressure on women, which is unfortunate. However, I do believe this is a global phenomenon, and I am so glad you can speak up about this topic. Wish us all live free❤
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  1040. Loneliness on a global scale is definitely a very complex issue. I do feel like in Japan strong work culture definitely affect people's Loneliness and mental health. Sometimes I feel like japanese people don't want to speak their mind. I do have a few japanese workers whom I enjoy spending time with working with but its so difficult for them to talk about the issues they're going through. Im not going to force it out of them but it's just sad seeing someone struggle. I can't help someone who doesn't want to help themselves. And this applies to everyone. Some people just struggle to take the first step and give up. They're too comfortable with their current lifestyle or Loneliness in which the first step is a huge stress wall for them. People don't want to be lonely because they want to. It's just a very stressful embarrassing thing. Also the thing with social media is It may make connecting to people easier but it's not the same. I feel like social media is just where you post your life so you can be acknowledged by someone. It can also affect people's mental health in terms of their confidence in their social life. I've struggled with Loneliness especially with social anxiety. And it's a definitely not a easy hill to climb. But as you get yourself out there and actually talk to people and make new friends. Things in fact can only get easier.
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  1041. Just get really angry, try to fight back to no avail because in my country education is crap, so kids/teenagers are no different from irrational animals, not giving a shit if they kill someone or not. I guess my running and evading skills saved me in the end, I have only few physical scars and nothing else, a lot of people actually end up so ruined or dead, should I consider myself lucky?
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  1042. I got bullied because i had really bad overbite. I looked like a rabbit with it and they kept makig fun of it. It was bad for me and i almost stabbed one of them at some point. I just pulled through somehow, but i don't know how. Years later i met one of them again but i had become a very big guy with a group of at least 10 people behind me, that guy was scared as hell and tried to talk it away like "it was so long ago". I let him go, and that was the closure for me. But i understand not everybody is so fortunate, and in the end i wish i would have stood my ground more. On a sidenote tho... if i saw that in japan, being a big bearded, 186cm western guy, i think just walking up would scare them. I wish i would have had that luxury when i was young
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  1043. I love how reasonable, fair, and understanding these people are about the discrimination issues in Japan. If this were America, they would be throwing viscous alt-left slurs out every other word with no regard to intention, context, benefit of the doubt, or the humanity of the people they perceive as their “enemies”.
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  1044. Thanks for sharing this Nobita-San! I really hope there could be something we could do to help with the situation, but not sure what it could be...
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  1045. So glad to see them living such a happy life. Thanks for the great video!😊
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  1046. I don't know, I've been here about 15 years and the "gaijin treatment" thing doesn't bother me that much anymore. It's unreasonable to expect some random store clerk to understand your full background when you are interacting with them for the first time. Probably 90% of the foreigners who that clerk has dealt with probably didn't understand Japanese well so why should I expect them to assume I'm different. Also, no one (well almost no one) who I have known for longer than a 5 minute interaction has continued the "gaijin treatment" beyond that and after living here awhile I just took the initiative to start interactions confidently with fluent, well pronounced Japanese, and that breaks through any "gaijin treatment" 95% of the time. I have many stories of Gaijin treatment but it's almost all from my early days before I started doing this. Yeah you get the occasional 日本語上手ですね, but what's wrong with that. They are showing an interest in you and attempting to be nice. There isn't any malice behind it. And it's the perfect opening to have actual conversations that are rare what is generally a very robotic routine of everyday life in Japan.
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  1047. 1, 4, 5, 9, 10 - lack of sleep leads to all sorts of poor emotional states. As well eating sugar, carbs and high calorie foods doesn't help. Many of these issues can all (my opinion) be related to each other, and many related to not being able to communicate openly. Thanks for highlighting the list. #1, very sad.
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  1048. Nobita, what a sensitive and complicated issue, and you handled it professionally and honored the family. You're the best journalist in the world.
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  1049. This video is amazing! I appreciate you giving both the perspective and opinion of each side and then your own opinion and perspective on top of that!! Keep up the fantastic work!!!!
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  1050. Honestly, this was always an interesting mystery to me. Really glad you talked about this! Thank you Nobita-san!
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  1051. This was so interesting, I never thought about the porn industry for women and the interviewee seemed likeable
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  1052. Goddamn this video brought a smile and tears to my face at the same time. Thank you Nobita. :') I like Yumiko's attitude and wow her English is impeccable. Seguchi-san is also on point with everything he said, especially the "afraid to try new things". This is especially evident with businesses in general, Japanese companies WILL NOT TRY SOMETHING NEW unless the success rate is 120%, 90% is not good enough. Baffling how a country known for its technological prowess is afraid of taking a leap to improve their business, including going more digital and stop with damn fax machines. Regarding robots, they will not help make more babies. Regarding foreigners, I definitely vote for that but they need to be able to speak the language and the government needs to accept both longer Visas AND immigration (for those who speak Japanese and have AT LEAST N3) otherwise it'd be too expensive to "babysit" foreigners who can't speak at all. This is a part of a much much MUCH bigger discussion about "Japan wanting to remain "pure" and therefore not accepting as many foreigners as they should". So if that's the case they should prohibit mandatory overtime. If you have nothing to do because you finished your job for the shift then go home and have a life, not stay at work to "look good". Overtime leads to stress that leads to suicide. Having overtime gives you less free time for yourself and going on dates, getting married, having kids. It's the extra babies being born that will help balance the elder population in all aspects, mentally, physically, emotionally.... Early in the pandemic, many countries (Japan included) felt like they didn't declare a state of emergency quicker so they could conveniently let seniors die because they "cost too much" because they have to pay their pensions and stuff. This is a big domino effect and it's all intertwined. Regarding your points: DEFINITELY YES!!!
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  1053. Great interview. Thank you!
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  1054. It's great that the relationship between Taiwan and Japan is so good since they have similar culture and ways of living.
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  1055. フランス人として日本を遠い、行くのが難しくて時間と金がかかる国と見なされます。 台湾人が近くて簡単に行ける旅行先と思ってるのは考えなかった。 日本も、台湾も大好き。
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  1056. It’s no surprise that Taiwan would share similar cultures with Japanese. After all Taiwanese live on an island too, so it’s expected to have plenty of delicious seafood. Taiwan is like a bridge connecting China with Japan.
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  1057. As a white guy who was born and raised for 20 years in Africa, I identify a lot with how they feel having grown up in Japan. And now living in Europe, the cultural shock is b r u t a l. Color is obsessive here and not seen at all like in the countries I lived in culturally. It's closer to how Japanese seem to percieve it. White people who come to live there after they've been trained to think live it pretty badly, they feel attacked and threatened easily because they stand out. Yes people will look at you, talk about you, talk to you and think some things about you that aren't you. But if you TALK, accept, adapt and go on living your life, you can have a good life. It's not the end of the world to be different. We're still the same species. You can find real friendship, love and build a career with esteemed collegues. And there are assholes too, like everywhere else lol.
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  1058. When you live in a big city, where most people you come into contact with daily are people that have never seen you before, it shouldn't be surprising that they use visual cues to help inform them of what to expect from you. Now, contrast that with small town living, where everyone knows everyone else. If a white person were to grow up in a small town in Japan, and then never migrate away from said small town, I bet you that their experience would be very different.
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  1059. That was great. Quite a professional video. Lots of quality interviewees.
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  1060. pandemic affect mental healthy really it's so sad😢 btw thank you for the collaboration last week 🙏
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  1061. My parents planned for their elder years, and were able to maintain their own house hold but when their health problems became overwhelming we kids had to step in to help. Eventually the estate hired a nurse/House keeper to assist them on a daily basis until they died.
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  1062. This was very interesting. I'm a Western woman and it puzzles me why Asian women would have plastic surgery on their eyes for no good reason.
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  1063. AWESOME interview! Direct and to the point, without being defensive. Just giving ones's point of view. Bravo Nobita!
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  1064. This follows up well with your recent loveless marriages presentation. Don't rush into marriage!!
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  1065. Very well done, Nobita. I pray that you and all Japanese people will come to Christ. Take care. God Bless
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  1066. A.I companions seem strange to us, because the tech is so new. In the future, I suspect that there will be an accepted place in society for such a thing. Not to the exclusion of human interaction. But in addition.
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  1067. Being as an autism could move to Japan. I am autistic man and I could move from USA to Japan. I could work there in Japan someday. But I was feared is that they were bullying me for no reason. I could not understand some ways. Sometime I have social anxiety disorder compares to Hikikomori. I have supported good autistic people. I’m also a good civil rights activist. My IQ is little smarter.
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  1068. This documetary its fenomenal its just hits so many points in which i identify myselft, being diagnostic with social anxiety and being bullied for almost four years in high school and attended to a couple of psychologist (which if you aske me didnt help in anyhting , i feel ust worsed more the situation in a way), i had really HARD times and still are some , now im 25 and this last three years being learning japanese and more recently programming to an near future travel to japan and stay there for a time. I use to joke when this of the corona happened with the quarantine saying that i was prepared to it from way before (becuase i bassicly dont go out ) and really rarely see some of my *friends or members of my family, because of my social anxiety my realtionships in general were always and remark ALWAYS result in the other part asking me why acted or did/didnt things in a certain way just because doesnt adjusted to the *standart that society has ingrained in people. Im not japanese and came from a country where the culture and values in general of the common denominator of the people its being sociable so when someone who doesnt fit in the cclasic perfil of sociable and outgoing person appears the shit really complicates tleading to frustration, anxiety, depression, sadness and overall not wanting to live. My parents had an really complicated time trying to comprehend why was having so much trouble in school and even after it, that was the main reason to go some psychologists which one of them even prescribe me antidepressants for a time which if you ask me didnt make shit to me and stop taking them after two years, although both of my parents from the begginig until now were always supportive with me and im still living with them . All the people who were interviewed in this documentary just hit in the nail how i felt in a way, i really appreciated this video nobita, people doesnt really grasp how its this actually what people like me or these ones who appeared in the video go through , even my parents who gave birth me and take care of me couldnt undertand everything even now there are things that i just stop to talk wiht them just because its something that you have to experiecen by oneselft to undertand (although i wouldn´t wish it to almost nobody). My fear and anxiety for future its huge still now , that problem surged when finished high school, i needed to decided what i was going do and though i was for a couple of month in the universty i just dropped not because of my soical anxiety alone but because that wasnt something that i wanted to do wiht my life , i had and still have so many of these dilemas per say, but i still going hard hehe at least for now that still have somehting that i aim for. Sorry for the long comment, once again thanks nobita.
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  1069. Tourists set aside, a bigger issue might be that many of the government members themselves are not able to communicate in English. Even though their position might require to participate at international meetings. Maybe greet leaders of other countries. Of course, the possibility of using an interpreter is aways there. However, not speaking another language (especially the global one) also keeps them in a specific mind-set bubble that hinders them from truly understanding what's going on in the world, beyond their own country and culture. This for example would possibly help them solving the over-tourism problem, just to start with. Not to mention that the young generation doesn't seem to get any explanations on why it would be good for them to speak English. They don't even know how much speaking another language could broaden their way of life and thinking. I've been teaching English conversation in Japan for a few years now. I can tell Japanese people are very educated, intelligent, bright, and ambitious people. But without the knowledge of why they should acquire a skillset it's pretty hard to learn and be motivated, even for them. I also have a lot of embarrassing stories from a close friend who has meetings with government members, and big companies aiming to co-op with other foreign businesses. But instead of just mediating between cultures and businesses, he has to prepare and translate documents, contracts, constantly interpret (non of his jobs), since he's usually the only one present who can read and write both in Japanese and English on the required level. There are others out there who can do the same. But unfortunately, in Japan the number of these people is very low and all of them are extremely busy. Meaning, there's a huge demand on people with these skills. This impacts the country's economy on a very large scale. So seeing at least some changes would be nice. Again, it's not just about the skills. It's about how the changing mindset could have and impact on a country and its future.
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  1070. This was beautiful. Thank you for discussing this topic Nobita, it's so nice God being able to help these people when they need Him. Keep up the great work
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  1071. Hi Nobita and thank you for this topic and your wonderful interviewing style where you let Millie talk fully about her experiences. Also, for Millie she is at great advantage knowing two cultures, two languages, two countries....in any metric she is blessed by her background and this will become more obvious as time goes on. Thanks to you both for this video.
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  1072. That sexual culture of Japan doesn’t represent all Japanese actually , of course not all Japan and this is not sexual culture but just business You mean sexual culture of having sex with strangers ??? No thank you ! I don’t do that because I prefer someone who I’m attracted to and I have feelings for and I like and I want to be with In a relationship
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  1073. Biiig fan of her previous work. Great interview as always Nobita.
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  1074. Your videos are important educational tools for everyone Nobita San. Please continue the good work.
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  1075. Nobita you can gain weight like this: eat many high calory foods like nuts. Peanuts, wallnuts, pistachio, mixed nuts, cashew nuts. They contain a lot of carbs/protein and fat even if you eat in a small amount. Eat a bag a day or 3x a week and you'll gain weight fast
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  1076. It's always interesting to watch your videos many porn actor and actress started YouTube ,they are funny but, I've never seen people who does serious interview like nobita san so your channel is so special I'm also subscriber of hachu san she is really strong girl . anyway thank you for sharing awesome video as always💓I'm excited to see our collaboration video👍
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  1077. Thanks for the video Nobita! I would love to learn more about Christianity in Japan. I am an Orthodox Christian and I would love to learn about Orthodoxy in Japan as well.
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  1078. This is one of the biggest differences between Asia and places like Europe and Latin America. Asian people feel like in order to befriend someone, their country has to have great relationships with the country of the other person. In Latin America, they befriend another person simply because the person seems friendly, regardless of their country. I guess it's because Asians feel so identified with their place, they are like military of their country. It's like they need to be involved in some kind of social structure in order to be able to do anything. Also, Taiwanese people are friendly and warm only compared to Japanese people. They are not so open or friendly when compared to other countries.
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  1079. i love the pirozhkis reasonable and balanced outlook of Japan
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  1080. Thank you for the video!! It is very useful! Love from Bulgaria!♡♡
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  1081. Thank you again, Nobita, for always covering such important topics!! About blaming and shaming young people for not voting.... that's something that we see happening all over the world. But at the same time, I don't see schools teaching kids about politics!! How is a newly adult person, who just turned 18, supposed to know how to vote, and who to vote for ?? Most yound adults have no idea about how the system works and how voting can affect their life and future... of course they're not interested in voting.... Hoping that parents teach them or that kids just learn by watching politics being covered on TV is incredibly irresponsible and unrealistic! It starts with Education !
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  1082. Thank you for bringing this to light.
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  1083. I find his video exploring Japan to be interesting as he shares trivia and his experience, both good and bad, which is relatable and feel real. He has that humour which is funny and enjoyable to watch. He doesn't offend the locals on purpose just for likes, like certain western YouTubers. His video editing is nice that you feel like watching a travel documentary.
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  1084. Bless you nobita for this I've been looking for this, I'm a Christian, learning Japanese, thinking of moving there,so I've been curious about Japanese Christians. I believe there'll be a great revival in Japan, very soon
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  1085. I LOVE the skits. Great acting, Nobita. You're really good, man!
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  1086. Nice interview
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  1087. to be fair, this isn't Japan only, even other countries, I had to ask some of my female co-workers, they said they wouldn't go out their house without makeup(maybe with excemptions), that's just how it is, part of their daily routine and girl thing
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  1088. Japanese alcohol is my favourite. Asahi Super Dry is my favourite beer, and Kirin Ichiban is pretty good too. I've had Suntory Highballs and they are nice too.
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  1089. Fantastic interview. It's nice to get a peek at the real woman behind the actress
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  1090. Great interview as always Nobita, very insightful.
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  1091. I was bullied because I was a late bloomer. Suddenly stopped when I put on weight and height over one summer. I'd love to help this lady intimidate her old bullies.
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  1092. I totally played the gaijin card when I was in Japan. Haven't been back since covid, but went there every year for many years prior. If you are a tall, good looking gaijin, then embrace it. As Nobita said, Japanese judge very much on outer appearances so if you are not good looking Japanese will find you more scary instead of having some attraction to you.
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  1093. the problem isn't that gaijins could never be 100% accepted. that is a fact that can happen in any country. the problem is the conscious and unconscious mentalities that japanese people can have towards gaijins that wind up creating problems not only for gaijin, but for themselves as well. this second part is the part that japanese are not thinking about. but that is also due to the conformity mentality of keeping harmony at all costs. the mentality eventually winds up creating problems and issues that they don't want or will refuse to address because it goes against how they were raised since childhood. and that's how come all the social issues in japan that exist, exist the way they do. and not as much is being done to fix them. social/societal harmony the way the japanese have done it is wonderful, but taken too far, harmony at all costs becomes a ball and chain leaving japanese to suffer both as a society and as individual people in silence.
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  1094. find it fascinating how, over the past year, you've managed to frame larger socio-economic & political issues by revealing their complexity using many of the taboo subjects you've been reporting on. clever & genius way to educate Nobita! ✌🏼
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  1095. Education is so expensive these days.
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  1096. He seems like a wonderful man now. I do think he may be just a little naive about other countries though. I doubt it is much easier for a former gang member with a criminal record to redeem himself here in my country. Maybe it is not quite so hard here, but not much easier, I think. Maybe I am mistaken though. I have no personal experience, fortunately.
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  1097. I love videos like these, they are very important. Thank you for helping give voices.
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  1098. Thank you for this valuable insight. As a behavioral psychologist, it is rather fascinating to see these insights on an issue that is also affecting everywhere else in the world.
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  1099. I think Japanese are racist but in the way that they don’t think they’re racist, they think it’s normal because it’s their country/they’re the pinnacle of Asia. In my experiences it’s just being ignorant + stubborn, not out of spite or hateful. They are really not the type to learn new shits or empathize with other until it’s culturally appropriate to do so. Not many Japanese have the urge to learn about the world around them and they don’t feel like they have to do so, and i don’t blame them either, just watch television and most of the times foreign movies or segments of their TV shows are just voiceovers, no subs at all. When the culture is not revolved around being a global citizen to improve their livehood, you’re pretty much pampered and set for life, and have everything you need at your home, you can just expect people to be extremely ignorant and uneducated. This is coming from a some what middle class Vietnamese who spent their 8 years in Japan lol. I don’t want to sound like i disdain other people experiences but you should really try going to Gunma, Ota, places with working class foreigners, blue collar workers and ask them, because they’re the people who have to deal with shits without having a chance to leave Japan, either fled from their home country for a better chance at livehood or just doesn’t have that financial freedom to do so.
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  1100. Those Korean Drama is literally shaping the romance culture in South Korea, but at least to be upfront is good to avoid misunderstanding and solve problem more faster
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  1101. This interview is unbiased and fantabulous ! Thanks for doing this interview 🤗
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  1102. Nobita, I enjoy your channel so much. I have always loved learning about Japanese culture and history, which is amazing. However, the pressure on children in Japan to conform must be so difficult for many. I really appreciate how you take a truthful and raw examination of each subject you broach, subjects that can be so difficult to examine like physical disability, homelessness, adoption or mental health, and bring them into the light. Only by honestly examining these issues, can we help. I am sure every person, from Japan or otherwise, who has considered injurying themselves, appreciates you bringing this sad problem to light.
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  1103. Hopefully they do something about the decline if it’s possible. Their population is aging out and many young folks aren’t focused on having kids or raising a family. High cost of living and a hectic work life are just some reasons.
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  1104. I definitely think double eyelids is prettier. The examples shown didn't look unnatural which is one of the big issues with plastic surgery. Many plastic surgery operations push people into uncanny valley and they end up looking worse off for it. The funny thing is that I don't know a single man who doesn't find plastic surgery outputting or ugly and I have a feeling that the benefit to women from it is coming from an improvement to self esteem rather than looks. I have also noted that beauty standards are very much internalized among women themselves which leads to very misinformed assumptions about how pretty they are seen as by men. I think it's important that Japanese women know that they are quite beautiful already (but I do wonder how such a message could be sent, I certainly would be in no place to spread it) as they seem to have severe and, from an outsider perspective, puzzling self confidence issues which no doubt hinder them in the rest of their life. It would be worthwhile for women focus less on the cultivation of idealised beauty and instead cultivate their personality, or better yet if they want to benefit society and pursue fulfilment rather than fleeting happiness; get married and have 15 kids.
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  1105. Did you hear about a lawsuit where husband went to court against his wife bc she deceived him with good looks while actually it was a result of many plastic surgeries and as the result their child turned out ugly? So I think they had a lawsuit bc of her being a fraud or smth like that? He is an asshole but this situation is quite bizzare and interesting to talk about. I guess that's another thing to consider before going with these plastic surgery trends. Imagine: you fall in love with the person and want your child to have the same traits this person has but you never will, bc those traits don't naturally belong to them. Crazy things to think about
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  1106. Please please please, don't change anything about yourselves. You're beautiful just the way you are.
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  1107. Their eyes are beautiful ❤️ the way they are. They don't need to change them! 🤩
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  1108. I been diagnosed with autism when I 3. I don't mind the idea of going to Japan as a tourist or take a few weeks or months on vacation. But I'm not going to move away from the freedoms I have in the US. The kind of freedom Europeans can seem to understand.
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  1109. This was a very heartwarming video
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  1110. I don't like makeup on women anyway and I never really have, so this sounds just fine to me.
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  1111. I personally don’t mind makeup at all, everybody should be free to do whatever they want with it. It only becomes a problem when people start to feel like they’ve got no choice because society regards bare faced women as less valuable. The same problems are the root of the problem of being forced to wear heels 24/7 for work as a woman or to constantly be bombarded with great tips on how to loose weight or how to dress cute. I remember an article in Popteen, a Japanese youth magazine that is no longer printed (I think?) that focused on how some men ranked the girls’ outfits and they gave you tips on what to avoid so that your bf won’t be disapproving, another one was how the main models overcame hardship and it basically just talked about how they doubted themselves when their last relationship failed but now they are whole again because they have a new man. The dependency was palpable. Throughout my whole time as a high school student in Japan I had the feeling that society was set to drill insecurities into your head as a woman. It was really bizarre to me. It’s a still very stiff and conservative mindset and quite frankly a misogynistic view on women that causes this to still exist.
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  1112. Another great video Nobita-san. I related to a lot of these points, I'm Chilean living in Belgium for most of my life. I speak Spanish, it was the first language I learned, but here's where it gets really complicated; here in Belgium half of the country speaks French, the other half speaks dutch and in the capital you meet a lot of English speaking people, either they're American/British or they're just from some other foreign country. I live in the middle of you country, I basically had a lot of exposure to both languages, in fact I went to school in French at first, then switched to Dutch. Sounds complicated? There's more => this country has roughly about a 35% of the population either direct immigrants or second/third generation immigrants, in practice this means you get to experience a lot of different cultures. Basically in my own case I speak fluently 4 languages (+ some basic Japanese & basic German, there's a germanic part of Belgium too) and in my daily life, I some times am around very different people with different backgrounds. I mean at my own work we got like 20 different nationalities and in practise that takes some adapting. I don't really feel Chilean, when I'm in Chile I'm seen as the foreigner even though I can write & speak the language fluently (I just got a different accent, because of my parents), as Belgian we don't feel proud either, that's just not a thing here. On paper I am both Chilean and Belgian (got both nationalities), but I don't think I feel like half or anything like that, nationality or culture doesn't really matter to me. One last thing I'd like to share: I kinda look white, kinda, but in practice I've had direct discrimination to soft discrimination based on my look. The thing is, I got green eyes, dark hair and I'm 5 7, which is short for europeans it gets weirder with my beard, it has patches of blonde with some very light brown and some black at the edges, it kinda looks scandinavian I've been told. Basically Europeans "notice" I'm not really "from here". I've been called many times by racist pricks, funny enough even been called Japanese & Asian (not that farfetched I got some Asia genes in my ancestry, some direct family members could easily pass as Asians). I'm curious to see how Japanese will react to a person like me, I bet they'll be really confused, even more confused to see me speaking some Japanese :p. (I'm working on improving it)
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  1113. I know a child, she is a Spanish-Japanese mix, but she was born in Sweden... She has a Swedish passport and also a Spanish passport, but not a Japanese one... She speaks English, Spanish, and Japanese. She lived as a child in more than another 3 countries. She knows the culture of any of them, and also the Spanish and Japanese cultures... but she chose the Spanish education because it was very difficult for her to receive a Japanese education in her current residence country. She will continue learning Japanese but will be a foreigner when she goes to Japan.
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  1114. This is a big problem here in America. To the youth of Japan, I would tell you do not think a college edcation is a nessecity or that lack of one is a disgrace. There are plenty of good paying and honourable trades for good and competant workers that dont require a college education. And that not all of you are cut out for college. And that is not a criticism of you but just an observation. Now you might well be the kind of individual who does belong going to college. It is up to you to decide if you are but be honest with yourself. You do not want to be one of many thousands of disillusioned people with degrees you worked so hard for, only to find the market is glutted with people just like you and now you are in debt. Finally I would say, to find success, look where the 99% are going and then go the other way.
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  1115. Wow this is truly powerful video on Japan's Student Debt problem. Arigato on this,Nobita San.
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  1116. Oh what I'm early? Nice coincidence lol Nobita, my man I'm going to Japan one day and we'll hang out bro so I'll have an awesome friend in Japan cheers!
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  1117. Thank you, Nobita san. The Japanese culture of conformity and fear of “standing out” is still causing great distress to people who have had their self-confidence crushed by the heartless education system. The pressure to succeed academically and socially at a young age causes sensitive children much harm, and leads them into self isolation and feeling threatened by modern Japanese work culture and social “duty”. While not becoming Hikikomori, they are trapped between that state and “normality”.
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  1118. The quality of the videos from this creator have increased over the years 😊 I like how this video includes the perspective from so many people!
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  1119. Wouldn't surprise me in the least if Japans model of media with text, picture in picture and colorful graphics eventually becomes a thing in the west also. TV stations here are suffering from not being able to retain viewer concentration in an era of short form tiktok like video content. I saw some article that US tv networks wanting to have "visual muzak" programming, so people could just occasionally glimpse the screen, and still know what is happening. This is so viewer can simultaneously scroll tiktok while "watching" their programming.
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  1120. Thank you for this valuable and irreplaceable educational content, Nobita.
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  1121. I love your channel Nobita san. :)
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  1122. Brought tears to my eyes. I feel your struggle as you felt Jesus's struggle. Its what We do as Christians. As a born Roman Catholic into a long family linage of Catholics going back hundreds of years I can see your Big Heart sister. You embody the Morals of the Ten Commandments and realize that Christianity will help a civilization thrive and is the template for a healthy functional society that can withstand the testament of time. God is always with us in our hearts. Even in our darkest hours. Peace be upon you. God Bless You, your Husband, your Family and all of Japan. 🙏💖 I pray for your journey. May Great things come your way. As always Nobita, Thank you for being such a great guy. God Bless you too.
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  1123. You can clearly see the contentment in her life. You should post more christian japanese stories
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  1124. As a Christian planning to move to Japan for a semester to study abroad sometime next year or the year after (depending on my financial situation) I love to see that despite there not being many Christians there, there are still some that stand strong in what they believe in. Great video as always, Nobita! (^^)
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  1125. Your videos are amazing and the evolution of your channel should be something to be proud of. Keep up the hard work!
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  1126. This is happening to one of my favorite YouTubers, TheTechLead.
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  1127. Loved the video! Yeah, I imagine it'd be a rough time for me if I were to live in Japan.
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  1128. Nobita is doing a professional job with interviews. His body of work lets the interviewees see he respects them. Thankful for their honesty in answering. I'm not saying what they are doing is bad, however, is Uber or Lyft, not an option?
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  1129. Nobita-san, this is among your best video postings. Thank you for preparing and sharing.
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  1130. Very interesting video! In my opinion though, it's better to be single than be treated like trash.
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  1131. With the mental stress in a working environment with low paying jobs in Japan, it's hard not to be pessimistic and detach yourself from the world.
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  1132. Hikikomori started to be a phenomenon in the 00s that are considered as the darkest decade by many Japanese people... And the most "hikikomori" are the ones that were teenagers or in early 20s back then. Great video tho!
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  1133. I sincerely thank you Nobita-San for making these kinds of interviews! I hope to see more from you and your channel because it opens up a whole different world every time I watch a video of yours!
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  1134. This was a great video. These were really interesting questions and your interviewee went into great detail with his answers. I am looking forward to more your good work.
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  1135. This is an interesting topic, especially because I had a bit of the opposite experience. I'm Japanese American born and raised in the US. I lived in Japan for a few years out of college but my Japanese was very much kitchen Japanese. The first few years of living there was tough because despite looking 100% Japanese, I was not able to communicate in the same way so at least initially people thought I was impolite or too casual and it was off putting to many. So many of the expectations were higher for me which motivated me to become better in the language. I remember a time in the office when another American joined our team and was like, "こんにちは” and everyone praised him while with my somewhat カタコト Japanese was made fun of kind of sucked when we both essentially had the same background. A lot of people perceived as Gaijin that speak fluently complain that Japanese praise you for being able to speak Japanese, but the opposite is constantly being put down because you don't/can't. i.e. 何でちゃんと喋れないんだ？
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  1136. Nobita, please check out Johnny Massacre if you have the time. He did a great hour-length video on what his experiences and opinions on staying in Tokyo for 7 years and returning to his native city London was really like.
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  1137. What a great guy! A real inspiration and leader/teacher. More power to him.
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  1138. It was very nice to see she had a reliable best friend. Looking really hard for one of those.
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  1139. I consider myself as a bit tech-savy, and I can recognize and avoid some tactics used for lure viewers/users. Here (overseas, lets say) a lot of short videos have the speech subbed word-by-word, and that works as a lure to keep viewers attention. I watched Japanese videos and I never felt the same way, and you explained it perfectly (well, the 1st reason may be a bit closer to those psychological "cheats", but still, way more subtle).
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  1140. Great information. Chinese has plenty of text too, but largely because there’s many dialects so they might not understand the spoken dialect. I started to use captioning more often for English broadcasts because often the actors don’t articulate as well they did a decade ago.
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  1141. Thank you for the informative video, quite interesting how different it is for men and women.
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  1142. It's interesting, i'm not knowledgeable in japanese culture ans never heard of Omiai before, i fing the concept really good, useful and healthy for the individuals mental health but i totally disagree on the pressure and dismiss of toxic relationships expressed by some of the interviewed but i guess it's just cultural gap and there isn't much arguing on that
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  1143. I really enjoyed this. I'm a Christian believer too. I always been curious about what it is like for the Christian minority in Japan. It's nice to see her passion and love for the Bible and hear how it has helped her.
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  1144. Her story was very touching, God bless her 🙏
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  1145. After watching this video it would be amazing to have a collaboration of Korean and Japanese culture combined.There are many good things about Japanese culture and many good things that come from Korean culture. Both are very beautiful cultures and people.As a person who is part Japanese though I would have to say I kind of like Korean culture better I wish Japanese were more straight forward and honest about how they feel.
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  1146. めちゃ同じだな。☺️👋🇯🇵🇰🇷🤝
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  1147. She is cute! My husband is Amerian & I am Vietnamese. I often think if we had a child, the baby would be cute. I cant talk myself into having a baby though.
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  1148. starting to think perhaps my japanese studies haven't been a waste of time, especially after finding out how many taiwanese people know japanese
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  1149. Extremely juicy topic. Interestingly, because of a combination of Japanese culture and better breeding in Japan, I would imagine that mental illnesses and disorders are diagnosed far less than in the west. Of course, the west is addicted to victimhood and the false perception that psychology is a legitimate science that is held to same standard as the other physical sciences (it isn't) so that also plays into how mental illness and disorder is perceived and treated. It's bizarre how people in the west are so eager to self-diagnose themselves as being the victim of a disorder or disease so they use it as an excuse for shitty or irrational behavior when it's more likely that the vast majority of these people are technically normal and their behavior is the result of personal shortcomings that all human beings possess to varying degrees.
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  1150. Broken families, whether single dads or single moms, are hard and difficult situations. But men are much stronger mentally and physically compared to women, in general. By numbers, single dads are lesser than single moms. Single dads should be given help too without prejudice to single moms. I.m.o, equality in misery is not gender equality. Great social vlog! 👍
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  1151. これは根深い問題ですよね。 大人でも精神疾患に罹りやすい時代ですから。 正直いまの時代に、いじめを完全になくすのは難しいと思います。少しでも子供が周りに相談しやすい環境を整えて、1人で抱え込むことが減って欲しいですね。
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  1152. ADHDとADDが持っている人として、私は動画で告げた問題のことを知りますね。僕は子供の頃から、間違うかどうかいつも気になっていたから、他の人と喋るのが不安で、そこでは、ずっと静か子でしたから。オーストラリア人ですけど、「空気を読む」は社会で大切の考えですが、全然理解しません。理解しようとしたのに、どうしても、まだ理解できません。 Now to continue the rest in English, I think that social cues have always caused maintaining relationships to be extremely difficult to me. I hope that one day I will find a way to get around social cues and maybe just make some very good friends, but that remains to be seen.
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  1153. Great topic and coverage, Mr. Nobita!
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  1154. Interesting video, Nobita-san. It seems like it’s really an economical issue mixed with bad sex education which leads to something like this or the extent of prostitution in Japan. Hopefully future administrations can greatly improve both sex education in Japan and women’s ability to be more engaged in the workforce or make things more affordable for women.
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  1155. Nobita, like always, you produce such nice videos. Cheers from the old US and A.
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  1156. I fell in love with Japan for its history and countryside. Much love from Holland 🇳🇱 ❤!!!
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  1157. I've always wanted to go to Japan and no matter the place, treat others how you want to be treated as well. It may not be a place for me, but experiencing the place is something I would look forward to at some point. This guy really does seem to have that passion to be a part of it and it's nice seeing that from a foreigner that is just being a person that loves what he does.
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  1158. I’ve been on several Tinder/Bumble dates with women in Tokyo that turned out to be in sexless relationships. They’re typically professional women in their early to mid thirties with partners that are similarly focused on their careers. The truth always came out post-intimacy, leaving me feeling bad for their guys, and bored of having more of my time wasted. They'd describe having exhausted, lost, often workaholic partners. And who can blame them. Tokyo is exhausting. The lack of sympathy towards the guys was, unfortunately, not at all surprising. In one case, a guy at a FAANG company I happen to know (not closely) was very reasonably asking that they give things time to settle down. Guy was hustling his career, just like her. A slightly older woman that wanted to get pregnant and seemed to think her man wouldn’t notice when a half Japanese kid popped out. It wasn't like it hurt me, but finding out was a letdown and made me respect them less. After they got what they wanted, they'd ghost. Throw in the tendency for women to have lower and less predictive sex drives with the reluctance of many Japanese women to initiate, and you end up with a lot of tired, let-down guys dating or married to women looking for fun on dating apps. Shame.
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  1159. Things that are accepted are no longer that exciting so they are not that popular in porn often. There has to be a bit of a taboo on it. Cheating in RL is a taboo yet people do it for that reason and if you can get away with it easily maybe it's even more popular. But it will most certainly not make your homelife happier even if it doesn't lead to divorce. If you didn't have a dead bedroom before you are bound to have it afterwards, with a big dose of cold anger under the surface.
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  1160. If you have an AI gf, I'm sorry....but you've gone insane. From loneliness.
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  1161. It depends on the person's perception of themselves whether they wear makeup or not.
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  1162. Hey Nobita bro! once again thank you for the high quality video. It really was entertaining and thought provoking to say the least. If I may put my two cents in: I do think that one aspect of the difficulty in having friendships is the amount of trust we would like to give to those who we meet (I guess benefit of the doubt?). Our fast-paced society has us absorbing monumental amounts of information unlike the generations before us, thus we develop a discerning characteristic on what we may see or hear, and this in turn extends to how we have relationships. It would be very difficulty for a person who is doubtful of almost everything he/she hears or sees to have a connection with another person because as we open up to them and become genuine, we become a little vulnerable thus we give them the benefit of the doubt to be genuine with us also. And this is where Kalie's point of view in hanging out with other persons is somewhat similar. I hope I'm making some sense haha. anyway thanks for the video and I hope to see more. Cheers!
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  1163. thank you nobita for the informative video! I've learned three things from your video that i had no idea on, which are points (1,2, and 7). Really like the videos you put out and explain both good an bad about Japan as a country. No country is perfect, there are lot of issues out here in the US that people think this is the best country in the world. I agree with you, at the end of the day it's your choice, what you think is perfect for you, happiness and won't know until you are living it in it.
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  1164. Such a wonderful inspiration from such a strong and beautiful woman who has experienced so main pain and suffering. And I do feel her pain. Her honesty makes her even more attractive and charming. I have so much respect for her!
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  1165. Thank you again for this superb video, always in finesse and nuance, it's a subject that interested me a lot, I am happy that it was you who covered it and no one else ! Be blessed 🤗
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  1166. What great timing? I was curious in the topic and was thinking of trying it out... But read so many scams recently that it was way too risky...
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  1167. Great style of interviewing! Keep up the good work
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  1168. What a great guy. It really shows you that if you just give someone a chance, they can change for the better. I wish Japanese lawmakers will see that their laws at times are keeping people from redeeming themselves, just staying forever trapped in a broken system.
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  1169. ..if i will giving a chance, i want to have a work where i can do it alone - but not necessarily a person in a close room but a rather doesn't do a lot of teamwork.. . ..for me isolation is not a choice or fear but a preference - i still want to work with other because i will learn from them.. . ..on my rest day, i prefer to be alone and isolate just to do all things i want - it's more relaxing and peaceful having your own world then face the reality after.. . ..thank you for this vid, yeah this kinda same topic or common problem but still i learn from this..
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  1170. Much respect to Nana for still working with the stuff she likes. She found a good solution for herself. Overtime should only be necessary when it is necessary. If I had a company in Japan i would have kick them out after 8 hours, and say go home, and get some rest. Or set 1h for the workers to go to the gym, or just take a walk. It will bring better results for the company at the end of the day. I don't judge people for having an health issue. They should be treated well, and be respected as everyone else. It's not their fault if their heads are wired wrong, they are still people.
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  1171. I really needed to see this now.. Dealing with major life changing things in my family life and I don't know when things will actually get better. I guess it's different from what is being discussed here, but it just reminds me that I'm not alone and we are all humans that are susceptible to what life throws at us..
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  1172. Awesome video Nobita! It's really interesting how it can seem so strange at first, but if you watch a program with the text bombardment for a while you kinda stop noticing it.
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  1173. Ty Nobita - san for always bringing good content
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  1174. Powerful interview, you can hear all the joy in her voice despite her struggle. Great lesson to all Christians around the world that not all are as fortunate as we may be and that there are still Christians suffering for their faith today. Christ is King 👑!!!
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  1175. Nobita, thank you, that lovely young lady cheered me up... Good for her...🙂♥️
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  1176. Thanks for the insightful interview! Tiffany has very interesting thoughts and experiences! Her perspective on discrimination is very pragmatic, but also more nuanced than those who try to force racism into every difference in treatment that happens between people.
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  1177. Many people don't know how important and peculiar is the tight historical relationship between Japan and Taiwan so they tend to take it for granted as a normal relationship between geographically close countries which is not, it's a much more complex, unique and interesting relationship than that
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  1178. My experience from visiting Japan many times is that if you behave like Japanese you will be treated like a Japanese.
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  1179. I always hoped to see this video pop up in the future and it did. Spot on, Nobita. Since I noticed some people in the comments section talk about anything anime-related that had to do with autism, I know a beautiful anime called Kimi ni Todoke which follows a shy girl named Sawako Kuronuma who is trying her best to socialise with other people she wants to befriend and deal with certain situations she does not know the circumstances of.
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  1180. One of your best videos so far. I was impressed at the level of depth, the questions asked, and the participants opening themselves up giving great answers. Awesome topic to cover.
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  1181. More great work Nobita-san! Thank you for covering interesting and important issues that need to be discussed. Once the "shame" is lifted, people can and will be able to get the help they need. Arrigatou gozaimasu!
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  1182. its because of confort and modernity...life gets too easy...people get too weak...relationships and children require a lot of responsability...weak people are unable to be responsible...so families and babies decrease...people spend their time and money in selfish activities rather than engaging with each other
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  1183. Thanks for the content man keep up the good work. ご苦労様でした🙏🏾
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  1184. I have been a fan of Chris for years and have learned so much from his videos. It makes me really happy to see how successful he has become and that he has such a good reputation in Japan!
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  1185. Hey Nobita, thank you for telling people about Chris! I've been watching Chris' videos every since he started his channel. I've been interested in Japan and it's culture long before he came around, and I was actively looking for expat stories, so called "JVloggers" to find out more about foreigners' experiences in Japan, the cultural and societal differences, what to look out for, how to behave, etc. I've been through dozens of JVlogger channels since, and AbroadInJapan is basically the only one I'm still subscribed to. Chris is such a passionate, honest guy, he always tells it how it is. Ever since he stepped off the plane, making amateur-ish videos with his phone in his tiny apartment, teaching English in some school out in the middle of nowhere, barely speaking a lick of Japanese, going through some serious culture shock, etc. His was one of the most genuine experiences of moving to Japan and trying to make the best of it. His trials and tribulations chronicled through his videos have inspired thousands to take an interest in Japan. Mainly because he didn't just focus on the good side, the saccharine wonderland, the touristy experiences, but he was very much honest about the stuff he DIDN'T like from the get go. The stuff that he personally wasn't ready for, things that annoyed him or found tedious, objectionable or just plain weird. I think what made Chris so beloved on both sides of the sea, aside from his obvious charm, is his obvious determination, that he WANTED to belong and was ready to work for it. He didn't just stand there and wait for Japan to cater to him, he didn't do stupid stunts for likes, he didn't abuse the famous hospitality, generosity and conflict-avoidance of the locals, he did none of this social media BS. He just wanted to LEARN. At first he didn't know much of anything about life in Japan, but he did his damndest to try and make it work, to fit in. He learned the language, the customs, all the myriad of unwritten rules of Japanese society and communication, which was all very hard to do from someone coming from such a different society. And he didn't just keep all this to himself, he set out to share his experiences with the world, to educate others, to share his passion and determination as he continued his journey. To make other people see Japan as he sees it, the complete picture, warts and all. To show people the beauty, excitement, and awesome new and weird stuff but also the hardships, the pitfalls, what to look out for and how to avoid certain bad stuff in Japan. And he wrapped it all up in a fun and entertaining package you can just watch for hours without getting bored. I think if there ever was a glowing example of how one can make a life for themselves as a foreigner in Japan, Chris is it!
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  1186. i think chris has been one of my favorite channels about japan because he's so respectful with alot of what he does while still making his content fun, for example sometimes he will joke or something (which some might see as bad) about japan but in the end he loves the country and the people and if I'm honest he's tempted me to move there however id like to learn the language first to make sure I'm doing my best for everyone, though my ADHD is making it harder to learn and remember
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  1187. I want one so if AI takes over the world I can be spared........
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  1188. I'm very keen and interested of seeing autism in Japan. How are the viewpoints about mental health conditions in Japan 🗾 I'm also disabled myself and autistic. In America, mental health is a joke and they don't care about disabled and vulnerable communities at all
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  1189. We really appreciate the difficult topics you tackle, Nobita-san!
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  1190. As a disabled person in America, covid has been devastating to our community and now w/the government labeling the pandemic over (when science proves it's not) and removing protections, we are forced to bear the brunt of the consequences. I only have my sister now (who is also disabled) as my only in person contact. This means I get a hug every 4-6 months, otherwise I don't see a single person. At least the disabled Twitter community has been a haven for us. 😩 Thank you for your content as it makes me feel a little better that others struggle with this issue.
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  1191. Now I really have to learn Japanese
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  1192. Great points! Most of these would also be the same for dating Japanese guys, but is there any signs specifically about Japanese guys to look out for? Do the men also want to get married soon, or is that mostly women's pressure? There are many of us who are interested in dating Japanese men, please make a video about that soon!
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  1193. Amazing strong women. With a beautiful personality. You should never judge a book bye it’s cover so why do it to humans bullies!!!
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  1194. Hi Nobita, Nice to see your video and I agree with all of the opinions presented. I am also a Japanese American from Hawaii and have been living in Japan for 5 years now, and previous another 4 years in 1990’s. I enjoy the Japan living with all the benefits mentioned, but I agree that the work culture is very odd and foreign for me. The seriousness of the office, hierarchy systems, slow decision making, non expressing of ideas and thoughts, and no motivation for change. Although I am now comfortable with the Japanese language, I am also will behave like a Japanese in public, but still have American thinking and behaving with foreigners and privately. Again, thanks for the video.
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  1195. I only saw the thumbnail and didn't read the title. I thought it was gonna be about non sexual scams lmao. Still an interesting video though.
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  1196. It makes me wonder if the group-think culture is also behind the law, as well.
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  1197. This video left me speechless. Clearly the man has a problem and was the problem. She did the best she could. VERY GREAT interview.
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  1198. In The US, drs prescribe anti depressants to everyone. The side effects can sometimes make depression amplified. People will just have to learn that living and existing is hard af. It's chaos at all times, this is the world's normal state. No one will save you, hold your hand and walk you through life. In the end, we all live and die alone.
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  1199. I don’t see it as a weakness when these people isolate themselves. I see it as courageous. They identified they are in situations where others are more likely to misread them & react negatively. They countered this by reducing the opportunities for societal consensus to crush or harm their spirits/ sense of well being.
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  1200. Thanks for explaining I have always wondered why the tv-shows or the news are being so cluttered, but I assume it's reasonable since context can be important when one word can have multiple meanings.
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  1201. I am an American living in Taiwan who thinks Japan is so-so but I will testify that my two kids who grew up in Taiwan do seem to like Japan maybe even more than the US which can be a little frustrating for me at times. I remember them watching Detective Conan together all the time and me constantly asking "Haven't you seen all the episodes yet? How many episodes are there?"
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  1202. As someone who's been to both countries. My advice for those who wants to go to Japan but can't afford it yet.. Go to Taiwan. You're gonna feel Japan vibes trust me.
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  1203. This was interesting. Well done on this report, I didn't know they had so many similarities.
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  1204. I had no idea, good to know. So wholesome seeing them share their opinions on each other's culture 😊
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  1205. Great vlog episode! Being white who grew up in Japan is both a problem and an opportunity! If they’re bilingual and fluent in both languages (Nihonggo and English), it will be a huge advantage for them. TBH, they have more good chances than handicaps.
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  1206. This is great. Thank you for covering this topic, it is so important.
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  1207. Thanks for the video Nobita❤ Just the video I wanted to watch, I was actually really scared about working in Japan before but not so much now after watching this video and knowing that the industry is changing, still scared about the language and overtime though😂 Thanks alot😁🙌
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  1208. hii Nobita, I am from Brazil and have been watching your videos for over 4 years , really love the work that you put in them :)
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  1209. Regardless of the gender of the caregiver or the circumstances under which they became a single parent, being a single parent is a really hard process. However, Nobita has once again highlighted one of the "hidden" aspects of Japanese society - one that I feel ties in with other issues he has explored, such as rigid gender roles, toxic work culture, and the "shame culture" that causes those who need support to not seek assistance. Each country will have its own particular cultural and social manifestations of these issues - but thank you once again. Nobita, for exploring a subject that deserves to be talked about more.
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  1210. This is a great topic, Nobita, for a country where people keep their feelings to themselves and never truly express how they feel. I wish there was a YouTuber who honestly talked about the mental health problem in America but there is just too much to cover! Great video👏
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  1211. Brilliant video brother, thanks for including Emi Chan, I'm a huge fan of her work.
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  1212. A very interesting and very well produced video as always. Keep up the good work!
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  1213. "Children are the treasure of the world." - a quote by one of the wisest recorded humans to live. Imho, the problem is nuclear family and failure of work-life balance in West (and now Japan). Extended family and Local Community for child-rearing sharing is best. The current model of society supports: 1. Breakdown of marriage 2. Avarice over Love 3. Lack of Wisdom in human life cycle sequence and progression eg Children are fulfilling in the RIGHT CONDITIONS for Man and Woman in a strong pair-bond. 4. Traditionally pair-bond was ritualized and thus contained deeper significance compared to secular version today. 5. Family is the Business of succeeding in raising healthy, happy children eventually into competent well-balanced adults with strong values. This is missing in modern Western Societies and Japan not. The result: Divorce, Loveless Marriage and dysfunctional effect on children.
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  1214. Interesting topic. Great video as always Nobita.
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  1215. I'll have to agree with 4:35 100%. When I went to Japan, the majority of women looked the same for those same reasons. There is no individualism. There were a very few really beautiful, gorgeous women out there that had a totally different style than the majority of women. That however was extremely rare and very far few in between. So I don't think I'll be able to find the right woman for me in Japan if I'd to live there. It will be next to impossible.
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  1216. I am not Japanese but I used to constantly wear makeup when I could become it was a huge confidence booster for me and I was good at it and was proud I mastered this skill myself.i remember watching an anime recently explained that make up is warpaint for women and gives Worman huge confidence which used especially for work if was having a bad week because if I cry I ruin that makeup so it helped me avoid being upset at work however a year ago I started to have strong allergies to makeup especially around my eyes and made my eyes puffy watering and irritated. So I stopped for a couple of months to reset I wear makeup now again but not as extreme as I used to.
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  1217. let me just say as an american man, I find Japanese women to be some of the most beautiful women in the world. and a big reason is because of their natural beauty. they have very good features that make for natural beauty. the west has a problem with this as well. women over here get insulted when you tell them they look good without makeup. almost as if theyve been conditioned to believe they cant have natural beauty without it.
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  1218. Great video as usual Nobita. You clearly went out of your way to interview lots of people
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  1219. Nobita, thank you for putting out quality content! I find it sad and weird that there are people who would grow up not being praised by others in other places.
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  1220. I love hearing these educated Japanese people with proficient English talk about the state of their country and share about their culture. Thanks for the great video!
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  1221. Very thought out pro's as and con's. Awesome.
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  1222. Really informative video. Some great points, especially the parts on job hopping, smoking and sarcasm. I don’t think people don’t have an interest in improving the country. I think people prefer not to look out of place by showing their true opinion. I think the country is changing on many of these topics as newer generations now have the ability to compare to other countries via the internet.
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  1223. Thanks for making this video, it is nice to see a japanese perspective on his progress as you are not a biased source so it feels genuine as well. Interesting to realize how far connor has come in video format really
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  1224. Watching your channel for a few years now and always enjoyed the sincerity and honesty of the videos. This one was very eye-opening.
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  1225. Very informative video, thanks by the way Papa-katsu sound so funny and appropriate to me as an Italian because the word Papa sound similar to papà which means "daddy" and "katsu" is very similar to the Italian word for dXXk 😆😆😆
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  1226. Thanks for the excellent warning 😅
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  1227. As a person who have japanese mother and arab-indonesian father. i feel that feeling. because of high cost of living and education in japan. my family decided to live and rise me in indonesia. and in indonesia, they also don't allow you to have dual nationalities so i stich to indonesian one. The cost of that policy is japan population will sinking more. Japan is very integrated to the world, and many japanese married with foreigner
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  1228. Its the same with Canada, in school they teach us Canadians were these heroes during the war and did so much to help end it. They didnt tell us how AWFUL are army was and how many sneak attacks during truces they did.
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  1229. Helpful video, thank you
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  1230. I've been dealing with isolation since my teenage years so i can totally understand how these people feel. Nana-san is lucky to have such a reliable friend. I'm also glad to see Meru-san after such a long time.Hope she's doing well. Thank you for discussing this topic Nobita-san👍
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  1231. This was very interesting, and very well explained.
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  1232. This was a very interesting video thanks so much I love how his wife is understanding of his work it's not like he's cheating on her it's his job so that's pretty cool
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  1233. This Ideas are Great! And I completely agree with you, japan should make their working conditions for their own workers, then let foreigners come in. That was so wise Nobita!
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  1234. My Japanese friend struggles a bit like you, don’t even worry about how bad you think you sound. Just keep practicing. There’s Americans that speak bad English too 😂 on the bright side you can say you’re bilingual
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  1235. Your English is just fine, Nobita. I can clearly understand you and that's all that matters. Don't sweat the haters.
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  1236. In my experience, it was difficult to get an apartment if you are a foreigner -- which can be assumed as racism -- but later on, I learned that they are afraid to deal with foreigners as they don't speak English. When I told them I could speak Japanese, they eventually accepted me as a tenant. It is mendokusai for a foreigner to start her/his life in Japan with such an attitude from the Japanese side.
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  1237. Hey Nobita. I just donated to you as someone who has been watching your content for a long time. With every video, I see your efforts to make positive changes to Japan and make otherwise unaware people aware of serious topics like this. You're doing good work and I appreciate it. Thank you for your informative videos.
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  1238. Her energy and good vibes are so contagious ^^
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  1239. This was a great video, ive been living in japan for 3 months now and everything he said was very true
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  1240. You pronounce "students" wrong. It's not shutudentsu. It's s and t like study, Steve, strong, strict and so on. So dont say sh + t but just s + t.
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  1241. のびたさん本当にありがとうございます！！ 僕は中学３年生の学生です。未来に日本にウェブエンジニアになりたい。僕にとってこの動画はとても役に立ちました！！ 日本語が下手でごめんなさい！！ まだ学習者です。
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  1242. Very timely video Nobita-san!! Wow... I was hired last year by a Japanese Tech company as IT engr. and I am now on the process of studying and learning Nihongo. The required level is N2 and I know that it may take quite a while before I reach that. This video is very informative in terms of giving insight into the IT industry in Japan. Keep it up and greetings here from the Philippines
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  1243. This video made me cry a little bit. Beautiful. Thank you.
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  1244. Thank you for bringing up this topic. I’m on the Austin spectrum! I have autism! I know it’s not easy. I used to feel very different from everyone else and people have told me I’m different. But as I got older I’ve met people who are crazy and just insane. I have to stay away from them.
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  1245. 日本に住んでるフランス人なんですけど、こういうのを見たら泣きたくなりますよね。Communication本当本当本当大事ですよね。 物凄く興味深い動画ありがとうございます。
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  1246. Its not just cost of living, but the fact that a woman in Japan can just refuse (legally) to let the father see his kids (no shared custody in Japan) is a big factor, especially for foreign men. With the divorce rate at 35% and even higher for international marriages, the risk that you might never see your kids again is a real issue.
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  1247. Another great video, Nobita. This is the "curse of success" that many "Western"-style nations, as your quality of life increases, the more time it takes to achieve and the more difficult it becomes to maintain and improve upon. At a certain point, it becomes too expensive and time consuming to have kids without sacrificing a large part of one's work, income, and education all of which are inter-related. Only the very rich can afford to have many children and live like poor people of old.
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  1248. I really appreciate this
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  1249. My advice to nobita, goes to learn Studies Politics, Economics, and Philosophy in #University_Of_Oxford. And i hope oneday, you've became Prime Minister of Japan
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  1250. This breaks my heart man. Thank you for bringing this to light. It deserves more attention
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  1251. Chris also surrounded himself with kind well meaning people that strengthen his character. He has earned a lot of respect with hard work and compassion that speaks volumes on why he is loved.
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  1252. Chris Broad is ultimately one of the main reasons I've been preparing myself to move to Japan. As a foreigner, he shows so much beauty in the country that others just don't expose. His honesty about both the good and bad parts of living in Japan are admirable too. He's a role model for foreigners who know him and honestly want to move to Japan.
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  1253. Hello Mr. Nobita! My husband and I have been watching your videos for a very long time. We are planning to do missions in a few years in Japan. When we eventually come to Japan we would love to do an interview of what it's like to be a Baptist Christian missionary in Japan if that is something that you are interested in. Keep on making amazing videos and God Bless you Mr. Nobita!
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  1254. Wow, this was incredibly interesting Great video man
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  1255. The problem also resides in the culture of the Japanese. The rigidness in "following the rules" and there being little to no deviation from what has been established. Japan focuses more on the community, then on the individual. When you combine these two things, you get Hikikomori. You know what might help people with this condition? How about recreational pharmaceuticals? I'd recommend Ecstasy, as it has been known to help people with depression, and drop their inhibitions to gain confidence and "feel" good at the same time. But I doubt this route would be taken, because drug use is frowned upon and rightfully so in most cases (crack/cocaine/meth comes to mind) as it destroy lives; not making them better. In closing, you need to change Japanese society and the mentality of "go along, to get along." If you don't, then you'll soon reach 90/10.
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  1256. I think the issue here is, to quote what the lady (Hiroko-san) said: it's about conformity. The unique form of harmony that Japanese society has. Like the saying goes "the nail that sticks gets the hammer". Same principle with the added bonus of the Kawaii mentality that is expected of women. Like you put in the video "It's rude to go out without makeup". Add to that the Japanese cultural aversion to expressing emotion in public, and the psychological effect is compounded into what you see. I think that the real issue is that Japanese society views wearing makeup as another form of hiding your true self and true emotions, which admittedly is quiet understandable given how Japanese society works, rather than the Western approach of enhancing what women have. Both are issue in themselves with both negative and positive impacts in the mental health of the individual, but for different reasons and with different outcomes. Still, nothing better that au-natural. More honest, more real. Great video as always, Nobita-san. Thank you for sharing with us.
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  1257. I was in china for the last 6 weeks and it was crazy how much make up they used. I am from Germany and of course we have also girls with much make up, but there it felt like every second or more
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  1258. In Japan even the make up which looks natural, nude style, is actually heavy make up which took nearly an hour to get such result. When I am in the metro I like spending the time trying to figure out how would the face of the girl in front of me would look like without make up for that's rare to see someone looking like her real face.
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  1259. My travels to Japan before covid, it was not hard to see loneliness in the Japanese communities. Those who know the feeling well, will agree that it is very possible to be lonely in a crowd. Seeing this first hand, I returned home and immediately begin to formulate possible ways to help deal with such a problem. Just as my travels became more frequent and my friends in Japan were behind me concerning such endeavors, global lockdown occurred and I haven't been able to be back since. I'm sure what I've come up with will work, it will require support, which is hard to see happening as very little has changed at the moment.
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  1260. Great video Nobita-san! I think: if you are doing something you like, something that fullfill your life and heart... go forward! Be happy!
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  1261. Wow really loved the emotion in this video great work
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  1262. First of all, I'd like to congratulate Nobita on this amazing video and interview. Your channel is great and very informative. Second of all, I want to state the obvious and say that I don't know her full story, and as such, cannot really comprehend how she has felt/feels. But one thing I'm gonna say is that I hope she realizes that the happiness she feels right now seems like a very shallow one. The people she is happy to serve as "fap material" only see her as an object to please themselves, and one that can be replaced, as that. I do not intend to downplay her happiness or criticize and judge her; at the end of the day she is free to do whatever she wants. But still, she looks like she is a very nice person, and I hope she finds a job thats accepts her for who she really is and doesn't eventually brush her off bc of aging, and surrounds herself with people and coworkers who can look past the walls that contain her soul (her most important element) I may sound like a simp but these are my 2 cents. (English is not my first language so sorry for any mistakes. )
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  1263. Great video. I really want to encourage her. She is a worthful person with and without doing anything. And if she found a job she liked, she istold she is good in and even can make a living off, it is great. And I think a good work enviroment is so much more important as the view of this, cause these are the people you often see and talk to. And it is quite bias. Watching porn as a man is okay, but doing it as a woman is seen kind of immoral. But how would you produce porn without the actresses?! Well, good luck for her!
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  1264. Thanks for this video, Nobita. It's great the Christian organisations are trying to help struggling youth, but I don't like that it's usually tied in with belief in God. I remember as a child I was told that I could no longer attend the kids activity club organised by the church if I didn't also attend Sunday prayer, so I dropped out, but honestly glad I did. I can appreciate that having a belief that someone is always watching, loving and protecting you can help with mental health, but it seems like a mental crutch. What is good though, is that Christians get together with other Christians and end up finding friends and community, but how is that different to just being in a hobby community where you find friends without having to believe in something there is literally zero evidence of? An advantage of a regular hobby group is that you don't seem like a cult to others, but I guess the disadvantage is the lack of tax exempt status.
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  1265. With these facts in mind, I'm just going to be more careful when dating in Japan! 😌
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  1266. To be honest I had the typical story of that popular movie The Karate Kid in the US. I ended up doing martial arts because I was angry, but over time it kind of helped build confidence. I often recommend training not because it's just to defend yourself, but to have a stoic attitude of constantly being a rival to your old self instead of others.
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  1267. This video struck me, I was diagnosed with coats disease when I was 3. I was blind in my left eye as long as I could remember, when I was around 15-16 my left eye started deteriorating and slowly losing volume, I eventually had it removed at age 17 and have had a prosthetic eye ever since. Watching this made me grateful, I've only had a couple of dirty looks and only about 3 or 4 rude comments in regards to my eye in my entire life. Sometimes I will catch people slightly startled by my appearance but only briefly and they treat me normally afterwards. Really only eye doctors ask me and even then sometimes I have to go out of my way to tell them it's a prosthetic. In school nearly everyone treated me with the same respect as my eye got worse and after I had it removed. Maybe it's southern california or maybe just the community I lived in, but I'm glad I was surrounded by people who seem to be of a higher caliber then the ones this person was.
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  1268. Can't lie, it just warms my heart to hear Japanese people speaking 🗣️ English. I can understand without subtitles. Yassssss! 🙌
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  1269. Great content. About the work culture, i hope people can realize that family is the reason for working/having a job and every staff is replaceable once they die. Putting too much value for job above family is somewhere toxic.
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  1270. Thank you Nobita for all the knowledge you bring to us! Your videos are really helpful for us visitors
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  1271. Great video! I will say I strongly disagree that as long as it’s not illegal or a disturbance, then it’s ok for foreigners to act however they want. There are many great things about Japanese society, and a lot of it is built off of hard work and habits of Japanese people. Whilst of course outsiders will likely never truly reach the level where they are both contributing and being seen as a Japanese person, I think not respecting the effort that people around you are putting in, and simply benefiting from their efforts selfishly is bad. I don’t expect myself or any other outsider living in Japan to match the culture entirely or perfectly conform, but I do think it’s important to make efforts to understand and respect cultural norms. Especially if living for a prolonged period of time. We of course have differences in how we want to act, but it shouldn’t be done carelessly.
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  1272. I've been watching your channel for awhile sir. You're one of the best I've ever watched. You're a good man.
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  1273. Nobita, as usual it was a great view. He is genuinely hurt, I think. It is stressful to think of debt the ENTIRE time you're in school, AGAIN!! Can't catch a break! Any damn where, it looks. 🌺
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  1274. Thanks for sharing this Nobita
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  1275. There is good in everyone, even the Japanese.
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  1276. Thanks for this! I am an American and a permanent resident of Japan. Is there anything I can do to be involved in helping to create an accurate historical curriculum here?
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  1277. Great video! Very informative.
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  1278. 2. I'm autistic and don't like food much so I recieved the advice to drink my carbs because it's easier to drink than to eat. So get some body building shakes with lots of carbs.
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  1279. Thanks Nobita-san for covering this kind of topic. My perception to JAV Industry shifted a lot. A huge RESPECT for this people working hard to make a living.
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  1280. That was really fascinating. When I was young the fears were all about overpopulation. It's been a dramatic shift.
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  1281. Much respect to that lady! Her words are wise, and comforting to hear. I needed to hear her words today. ありがとうございます🙏🏻🙏🏻✌🏻💞
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  1282. I love your videos more and more with everyone that I watch. Your humor is definitely getting better as well. Now I look forward to the jokes more so than some of the serious topics. Keep up the amazing creativity.
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  1283. Arigato! 🇯🇵☮️🇺🇸
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  1284. But that one was a good one, this with implicitness 😂. I am also native of a group a bit more implicit than explicit, in the sense nonverbal communication is a form of communication as well aming us, and of course we get used like that, and at times we may expect that being elegant the one in front will get it. And when I moved the first time in a country where they don't have this kind of style I had it very hard, especially as a woman, and socializing with their men. So goes the other way around as well. 😂 And, indeed, differences between averages of groups of people can get very high, in my experience. We can literally pronounce the same word and understand an opposite meaning, and also while you are convinced you are respecting me I am convinced I am disprespected, what is respect for you is disrespect for me 😂. May be the concept of respect, as well as this implicit/explicit, were in my personal experiences among the biggest shock I had interacting with different nations, I never thought is possible for people to be so different, and even exact opposites at times 😂. Another was the passion for food and the way some nations relate to eating and food, as one who eats for energy, I see in eating exclusively a nevessary supply of daily energy, and coming from such a nation which in general, and most members, relate to eating like this, is extremely difficult to live with people for whom eating and food is very important, is lifestyle, is passion, is like a celebration or something, and a lot of stuff revolves around eating, or so called culinary art, or have very fixed hours at which they eat, and they eat only some stuff at some hours, and alike. I mean, it even happened for me to scandal with waiters because they didn't wanna brong me a cappuccino during evening 'because is not the right hoir for this', sorry?, you exist to bring me my order not to set my order, thank you!. But, yes, I faced even this, and not to mention about eating and foods and this restaurnats lifestyle ... 😂. Me, at least, I am still traumatized, and I entered in some kind of a war with foodies kind of people, is like a trauma now, if I smell foodies I need to enter self control mood internally because I am makinging as a first impulse like a kind of allergy. Yes, cultural differences do exist! Make sure you don't move with nations unfit for you! 😂😂😂
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  1285. great video nobita
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  1286. I have always enjoyed your videos and your opinions not only on Japan but Western Countries as well. I have not always agreed with you but you have always tried to show the best and worst of Japan. I still hope to visit Japan in the future and your insights are helping me to be more prepared. When I do I look forward to meeting you and other YouTubers. living in Japan. Thanks for your insights.
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  1287. Thanks Nobita, it was really interesting and useful. I don't care about the negative side, I still want to work & live in Japan in the future :) (I'm a game developer with 10 yrs of experience, just need to reach N1 first...)
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  1288. This brought a tear to my eye. Thank you Nobita again for continuing to report unbiased on the facts. Mad respect for all single fathers out there giving love and support to their children.
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  1289. This is such a topic of value to discuss. And thank you Nobita for showing us the heartwarming side of single dad families too. I feel that they are really lucky to have their kid or kids, if I may say so. Thank you! ~~
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  1290. Very important topic. When I was growing up, we bullied each other as friends, mainly creating funny nicknames or doing harmless pranks, but they never came because we were cold or hated each other. Sad to hear that things are so different in Japan.
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  1291. Such a video was exactly what I wanted after I saw the 空気読み video a while back! I wondered how autistic people would do in japanese society. Thanks Nobita!
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  1292. Nobita, the rising number of young people in Japan who care for elderly relatives and cannot find time & resources to marry and raise a family is disturbing. This is also not confined to Japam but also happens in China. China's one child policy years ago is coming back to haunt China's planners and demographics. When younger people do not marry or do not have children because of family obligations, limited income or bearing the stress of caring for aging parents, it has a long term effect for the future. In the broadest terms child bearing fulfills the natural need for replacements. Yet that is blunted by the need and also the felt obligation to care for aging parents. Depending on the family structure and how parents themselves behave, the sense of 'You must care for us' or guilt adds to the emotions and stress. I know this from personal experience when I began to believe this obligation was my reason for existing. Some parents try to be more understanding, while some parents apply more guilt and pressure. Whenever we discuss care for the aged, there seems to be a silent omission of whether it is voluntary or done because the young get shamed. The latter is unhealthy and leads to either no marriage or such late marriage that is more staged than natural. Employers in Japan should play a constructive role. Rather than simply cutting wages, employees should be allowed to telecommute. If people could work remotely because of covid, why not also for family care? Also Japan's immigration policies can be changed to bring in more social workers & nurses from abroad who have had some intensive training for language skills and cultural awareness. Leaving things to the status quo is not wise or sustainable for Japan. There must be flexibility to arrive at solutions, and the need is urgent.
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  1293. Well put together! It seems a complex issue but I think I agree if the current children's environments were worked on by government and Men and women learned to communicate and hang out more i think this would remove many obstacles.
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  1294. I am black and I have double eyelids, so I wouldn’t necessarily call that a “white feature”.
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  1295. I am german, and I think 一重 are sooo beautiful! It's one of the reasons why I think asian women are attractive to me. I think it's sad, that japanese people want to look more "white" instead of celebrating their own uniqueness. Different ethnicities look differently, and I think that is beautiful the way it is.
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  1296. As with so many of Nobitas videos, at the very base this is a social problem and there's much resistance to solving this problem because of how Japanese society/culture is structured. Purely from my personal experience, I've never paid for sex, but I have had one nighters and though they feel nice, nut the best sex is when the girl really but really wants you. You be the prize, let her ask you out, let her confess to you, let her pay/make dinner for you. This is something a lot of guys will never have btw. How do you get to this point? Be the best man you can be, work on yourself to keep improving your mind & body. Basically work on your body to look your best & find a well paying job that you enjoy doing and girls will flock to you. Let the girls chase after you. I can't imagine the girls enjoying this sex or they don't realize there's a better version of the same concept. Let's face it, most of these girls don't want to fuck these guys and it's just a performance for them. It may still feel nice, but it's not as nice as the real deal. It's just not the same as Sex with somebody you love and have good chemistry with, somebody that has proven over the years you can trust and has your back, this just so rare and that's why it's so precious. Sooner or later they'll start to realize what they're missing in their life => genuine love. When they finally realize this, that's when depression hits. As for husbands/boyfriends not enjoying sex with their wives/girlfriends, that's just basic biology telling them: you're not compatible. Either talk it out and try to fix it, but in many cases just break up, you're not biologically compatible and you need to accept this fact.
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  1297. Bonita, good video! Now do one on the book, " Paekche's Principle: The Great Secret of Asia" by Bayemy Biyick.
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  1298. I don't think Chris is given enough recognition. He definitely should be given some kind of award by the Japanese government for what he has done in these 10 years to promote the country. He has basically promoted every single prefecture in Japan, helped local attractions gain more visitors, helped local people, etc. I just wanna mention, and this is smth that Chris has said as well, that he also finds it hard to connect with Japanese people. He has Japanese friends, but both of them are either non-conformist (like Natsuki) or lived in the west for a long time (like Ryotaro). He's also quite insecure about his Japanese language skills as well, since he doesn't practice consistently like he used to. But yeah, I wish more and more people give recognition to him, because he really is an example for every expat who wants to move to Japan.
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  1299. Thank you so much! I appreciated this information
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  1300. What a incredible work you make here! Amazing to know how Christianity is felt in Japan from Japanese Christians. Thank you for such a interesting work!
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  1301. Awesome video, love the way you show the weired guy who costplay as some female anime character, while he was saying japanese people use "filter" a lot st (10:23), I was like look at yourself before you talk about others. Anyway nobita, keep on making this kind of videos that shows the real part of japan. Thankyou.
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  1302. I love how frank the people you interview are
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  1303. This is so very sad. Even when I see people in groups, too many have their faces in their phones.
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  1304. We’re all human beings. We’re all social beings whether we accept that or not. We all make connections in some way to others and hope to achieve friendships or relationships of some kind. It’s sad that on a planet with billions of lives on it that there’d be so many who don’t want, have, or feel that connection with other people. Glad you’re speaking about this Nobita.
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  1305. This hits me a lot like reality drop kicking me in the face the first time. And here I thought Japan has ABSOLUTELY no problems at all. Like a Utopia on earth.
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  1306. ホストも確かに悪徳なやり方で売上上げようとしたりする奴もいる。確かにそれはタチ悪いし抜け出すのがなかなか難しい。ただ、ホストも行ったことあるものとして思うのは、メンタルと心の余裕の問題だと思うんだよな、自己コントロールが出来るかどうか。私は収入を自分のために使ってたし貯蓄もある。ホストはただの息抜き、楽しい場所として余裕もって遊べてた。身をボロボロにするまでハマる理由が分からん。そういう方が珍しいのか。
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  1307. Wow Very Informative, Now I understand
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  1308. This was a really interesting interview and I'd like to see the rest of it. My heart broke when she started crying over the difficulties of her life. This really made me sad, but you're a real gentleman and it seems to me that she was grateful for your caring and kind words. I'm looking forward to the release of the other parts. Thank you for your work. It really gives some insights into other lifes and different perspectives. Best regards from Germany. :)
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  1309. I love your videos this channel is grea!!
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  1310. G'stuff, Nobita! Really enjoy these interviews!!! Thanks a lot!
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  1311. Very interesting video! I am mixed Japanese, but many of my facial features are still Japanese looking. I can only stumble like a caveman speaking the language, but understand more when spoken to. People probably think I’m a delinquent due to my lighter hair and eye colors and tattoos. However, culturally, I was raised with heavy Japanese influence and elements from my mom and obaachan. It was enough for my host family on a previous stay to embrace me and call me a “son”. I struggle with identity despite genetically being only 30% Japanese because I feel the strongest connection to Japanese people and culture from my upbringing, and see them as “my people”. Now, I’m waiting for borders to reopen so I can start the job I was hired for there. Hopefully there won’t be too many more delays.
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  1312. This was really interesting
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  1313. Just love your own country and stay safe, don't take unnecessary hardships and consequences you don't need. you don't need to do it all and have it all. you should be happy as you are.
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  1314. Amazing video, Nobita. It made me realize how fortunate we are here in Brazil to have free high-quality public universities available. Sure, we have a LOT of other problems, but we have to be thankful for that
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  1315. nobita hearing from both sides of the spectrum is a nice thing. alot of people try to make content only on making porn look bad or look good. the thing that everyone need to accept is that pornstars or people working in the porn industry are still people. yes i dont agree with porn and i think it does more harm to peoples lives than do good, but does that mean that we should look down on the people that do it? absolutely NOT. thats what i want to learn from these videos that nobita makes. im not only talking about japans porn indusrty im talking about porn industries in every contries and all the sex workers. to be honest in my opinion sexual content usually make people addicted and the type of people that are not addicted are less than the other. and porn is affecting millions of lives and destroying thousands of relationships. some people say that we should make this a norm. some do make it normal for themselves and even consume porn with their partners. but just be honest with yourselves can you really make everybody be OK with their partners watching other women and men have sex? no we cannot and it will never happen. people who are addicted to porn cannof control themselves and you seriously cannot ask them to be open about it and seek help easily. thats just not how addiction works. when your addicted your mad about tha lack of control you have on yourself when your addicted the lack of of control bothers you and makes you overthink and as i result corrupts your everyday life and relationships with your parents and friends. some people just accept it when their single and just relax about it. but the true porblem apears when they go into a relationship with their beloved partner and they realize they cant have sex for more than 30 seconds! what do you think happens?? his back to the beggining with a messed up sexual life and messed up love life. in my opinion pornstarts just dont think about these things and even if they do they just wont bother themselves with it and just move on. i think the main problem with that is just they dont realize how severly their job is effecting millions of life and a lot of people simply dont know about it because NO ONE fucking talks about!! every where on the internet is pro porn and pro sex the anti porn population on the internet is very small. i dare you to open an instagram post of your favorite porn star and see their comments. just keep scrolling until you find a comment thats saying something remotely negative to that pornstar. they are either removing the bad comments or just not one is commenting any negative thing. when your a pornstar and literaly everyone around you and on the internet is praising you what would you do?? would you stop? i mean as you saw clearly in this video their work is not easy and in japan they are not getting paid but in his head its "just a job" if you feel good about your job then why would you stop?? that is why i said that we should not go and bully the actors because yes they are the ones we see but they are not necessarily the ones doing it. i really wish sexualizing everything would just stop. DUDE some people may think i hate sex!!!! dude im a human just like you i absolutely love sex. but their is a fucking limit to everything we are realling overdoing it. specially in japan its really bothering me to see all these wholesome people with wholesom hearts destroy lives without even knowing!!!
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  1316. Very interesting video, Nobita-san.
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  1317. Love is the greatest treasure
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  1318. Thank you for the video. Its very educational. I live in the US, but I want to know the lifestyle of different cultures all over the world.
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  1319. On Twitter I definitely see a lot of "racism" tweets related to political nationalism and wanting to oppose Chinese people and their influence within Japan. I think this kind of thinking and feeling stems from the historical context (i.e. Japan vs China, Japan vs Korea, etc.). And definitely this thinking is more prevalent among the older generation. Having said that, I think the guy at 20:17 explained it best, it's actually less to do with appearance in race per se, and more to do with the differences in behavior or expectations in behavior. It's natural that Japanese will be more comfortable and feel at ease when they know what to expect in terms of behavior, there's an implicit trust that they can rely on when they are dealing with other native Japanese people (i.e. cultural/societal norms) -- but when dealing with foreigners there is less or no trust because the perception/impression/stereotype of foreigners in Japan can vary a lot. For better or worse, not every foreigner in Japan behaved well whether intentional or by ignorance, not that it matters in the end since either way it creates a negative impression in the end. I think this is why Japanese will feel unease or apprehension when dealing with foreigners -- they don't know what to expect from foreigners. It's human nature to fear the unknown.
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  1320. it's very hard to differentiate racism with stereotyping. ultimately it's about how you treat the individual person in front of you and if you allow the existing stereotypes about the groups he belongs to race/religion/creed to affect your judgement of them. for example, there is a stereotype that japanese cheat in relationships, and statistics might prove that to be true. but it would be racist of me to assume that you are a cheater, just because you're japanese. before you're a japanese, you're a person. and I have to get to know you more. but japanese culture is always full of stereotyping, and making assumptions, and non-confrontation. that's what reading the air is. and that's why a lot of foreigners feel so offended when the japanese person, instead of talking to them directly about something, goes around and talks to other people. makes assumptions that they "don't know any better". and assumes that they can't speak japanese.
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  1321. Have been in Japan for 22 years and I can count the racist incidents I’ve experienced on one hand. The only one that got under my skin was the real estate agent calling the landlord in front of me and asking if gaijin were ok, but even then I wouldn’t have cared about that if the agent had made the phone call more discretely (away from me). The people here are overwhelmingly awesome. Unlike the West, which has been moving away from color-blindness to a more overt critical consciousness of race (CRT, Critical Whiteness Studies) which just ends up pathologizing every group in different ways, I find Japan today to be much closer to where Western approaches to race USED to be.
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  1322. ..yay new vid, thank you Nobita-san..
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  1323. Great vid. Would love to see also the perspective of non-white people who grew up in Japan (like from other asian countries etc)
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  1324. Yet another great video im always waiting for your new videos
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  1325. Very informative video,Nobita. 👍
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  1326. Nobita, my guy. I'm a long term fan from Nairobi. I've always been curious about Japan and over the years you have helped me understand the psych of Japanese of all spectrum. Much appreciated and keep on the good work
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  1327. Thank you for the video❤you make really good documentaries👌🏾
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  1328. THIS! Is a global issue!!
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  1329. Thank you very much for making this video, Nobita.
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  1330. Thank you very much for making this video nobita. As someone with autism, these things mentioned are really relatable. Thank you for accepting my request and making a video about it. 本当にありがとうございます
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  1331. ありがとう thank you very much for making so many good videos
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  1332. I'm Eurasian with double eyelids. I prefer mono eyelids but I'd never do plastic surgery for it! And I think it does not matter what you have, both can be attractive!
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  1333. This is such an interesting topic to talk about since, as one of the persons mentioned in the video, it's not a thing here in the west. What I really find interesting is the difference in beauty standards and what's considered beautiful. Thank you for always bringing up different perspectives on the topic. Happy new year!
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  1334. I always wondered why they did that😂👁👄👁 I absolutely LOVE monolids
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  1335. Personally, I totally agree with your comments on 15:05... Although the world perspective is different now, but I am glad to know someone like you who share the same perspective as me. Keep going Nobita. Thank you.
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  1336. Very nice and interesting video! In Europe, especially in eastern europe, we have saying ,,If mans looks is at least slighty better than the devils, its ok.". Good looks doesnˇt bring orgasms to bed and happiness to marriage :D And the two older ladies really know their stuff. If man is treated like peasant, he run off as fast and far as he can.
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  1337. Excellent piece. This one did touch upon the often overlooked cultural influences that often pressure single women. The holidays are hard for many singles. Emi was a good example of how parents or other influences made it more difficult to see herself as single. Looks to me that not just single women, but even single men would very much enjoy lives more should communities be created for such individuals with similar situations. In that way, the community can be there as an encouragement. Why not start one Nobita?
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  1338. I've been following Chris since probably his first year on Youtube. I think what sets him apart is that he is uniquely funny, and I think he has a genuine appreciation for the country and it's culture.
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  1339. Very informative, Nobita. Thanks.
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  1340. Even the negative videos Nobita posts make me interested in Japan and want to visit
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  1341. Good show, expect more thoughts from japanese male's perspectives
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  1342. I have autism (diagnosed at 3, I believe) and I find this video to be fascinating. I would not mind visiting Japan one day but I would have to figure out how to make it work (also am a diabetic)
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  1343. This video helped a lot. I have several illnesses too, epilepsy, partial blindness and EDS. I hope to go to japan one day and am glad to know all of this
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  1344. Very inspirational person I'm glad you reached out Nobita I wouldn't mind hearing more from her.
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  1345. This is a real real topic. I can't see myself going to work without wearing makeup. Although i am going for natural looks now...for me makeup is a confidence booster and i dont wear it for men. It makes me feel good.
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  1346. If I have to pretend to be successful all the time, they can pretend to be beautiful.
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  1347. I really liked this video. I definitely got a few disapproving looks and stares when I go out without make up when I go to the store, even some people will glare and avoid me. 😅
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  1348. Amazing interview guests as always! Thank you for bringing these problems to light Nobita. As a foreigner living in Japan, especially coming from a culture where deep conversations between friends and saying things straightforwardly is a usual thing, I definitely felt a bit of a barrier when trying to connect with new people here. As an introvert I enjoy the huge amount of alone-time I've been having, but often times I miss that connection that I felt back home. I should not give up and go out more as well, but the comfort zone is hard to leave 😅
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  1349. "...and consider subscribing..." - finally someone who is polite and not hard-selling. Thankyou.
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  1350. What an amazing piece of reporting. I feel so lucky being able to get these insights on YouTube for free. Thank you for this.
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  1351. Thank you for the video!
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  1352. Your intro is very wise, personality is way more important that looks if you're looking for a long term relationship. I hope that one day I meet a woman that I can relate to, and live the rest of my days with.
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  1353. I was in my room play a lot of video games, met with my friends in my hometown from grade school who went to different schools and actually started watching anime again.. a lot... switched school after dropping out to get into next class, there I expierenced only a very little bullying, I became someone who fights back and I got respected and a lot of friends joined me, finally last years of school were the best, after that I had again an amazing class on highschool were no bullying existed! but the people were way older because they all had different backgrounds and it was a school with focus on economics which had a lot of people coming from lower graded schools or even people job apprenticeship... honestly I felt like the more the group is not homogeneous, the more people dont bully. I am german and grew up in germany and in my last class we had a lot of people from different nations and it was just a blessing. I actually discovered my love for japan and anime while beeing in tough time, spending a lot of time watching anime in german or english sub (later actually learning englisch with that) The only advice I can give is, stay creative in fighting back and I wouldnt bet on bullying getting worse if you fight back because it can still be worse enough until its too late.. and also what helped me like a lot, real friends outside of school... and a passion for something, mine was for gaming and anime (I became very good in the game so I got confidence from there which didnt helped my grades but it might still be needed to survive these times) I think my bullying expierence werent as bad as hers for example but germany/ german schools are totally different and weirdly enough people didnt have any real reason to bully me, I was tall (a bit skinny tho) and not even weird looking or any disablities... I am 25 now and I think my bullying expierence have little to no influences on me today, only when it comes to dating I am a bit careful since I had one bad relationship expierence and yeah its complicated..
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  1354. I snapped after so many bullying, the last one was with my shoes, then I assaulted my bully and strangled him, almost killed him. I Choked his life out. I could be in juvenile prison if my friend didn't separate us. He didn't report it to the teacher. Went to the same middle school with the bully, he didn't dare to look at me in the eye if we pass each other in the hallway. Never been bullied ever since.
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  1355. When I was bullied in elementary school, I told the teachers and they did nothing. They thought I was the troublemaker because it'd be the word of several kids versus mine. After that, I resorted to fighting back but I was always the one punished. It infuriated my parents so much that they wanted to punch everyone at the school (students and staff). It took a field trip in my final days before graduation for the staff to realize I was not the problem, because I literally did nothing the entire time while the bullies did their best to get a reaction out of me and were caught. When I was bullied at summer camp, where I was nearly drowned, no one got punished even though the bullying was happening in front of the counselors. Eventually I had enough and didn't want to go to summer camp anymore. When I was bullied in high school, I told the teachers and the entire school staff was on my side this time because I had evidence. Sadly no one was ever expelled because the parents of the bullies would always intervene. Most they got was a suspension. At another school I transferred to, some guys tried to bully me but they stopped and apologized when they saw the anger in my eyes and how good my reflexes were. In trade school, I ignored them and the teachers stepped in and threatened them all. They tried using the usual 'we're just having fun' excuse but the teachers shut that down immediately. Never was bullied ever again after that.
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  1356. Nobita, your videos have gotten so much better. I've noticed you become very comfortable in your role as interviewer and explainer to your audience. I am happy to be subscribed to you. Please keep up the good work. :)
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  1357. Really nice documentary , thx Nobita
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  1358. I just wanted to say thank you for your time in making these videos they are very fun to watch.
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  1359. Thanks for reporting. So we recently had problems at the airport because of this issue. Our daughter is both German and Japanese. Since we flew to Germany, she only had a German passport, although she was born in Japan and is also the daughter of a Japanese father, they did not want to accept this and asked for a Koseki Tohon. Our trip was therefore postponed by a day. Was quite stressful.
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  1360. Great video. Just a little suggestion, please give it a longer delay when you show some statistics. For now, it's way too fast for non native English speakers. I just read the text and started to look at the numbers when it disappeared. Had to pause it several times.
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  1361. It's good to learn the good and bad form the past but I think it's better just to forget all of it all together and moving forward into a better future one that is thriving. Unlike the US (where I'm from) always bringing up old shit and always living in the past and not moving forward and just causing chaos 😒 I'd rather move forward and build a better future than live in the past.
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  1362. Much respect to Mamoru!!
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  1363. Thank you very much for such a useful educational video. It is sad to know that almost half of all married couples in Japan have this problem. Japanese society is conservative and they have a great and influential history. I was surprised by the high rate. The state should intervene and start solving the problem immediately. Whether it is in school curricula, films, or media, in addition to free educational courses for those about to get married. This is one of the solutions and .......... etc. The consequences will be devastating to society and the economy now and in the near future. Especially in light of the growing hostility from China and Russia. Opening the door to immigration for educated males and craftsmen from countries with high fertility rates. It might be another solution
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  1364. Nice video!
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  1365. Very interesting. I lived in Japan for three years and always wondered about that, but I could never get a good answer. Thanks!
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  1366. I live in a tiny apartment with paper thin walls and have captions on for everything i can, as not to disturb neighbours with the volume! Also English tends to average around 4 SPS :0 SO INTERESTING, THANKYOU NOBITAA ❤
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  1367. thank you for this video. I usually watch YT always with subtitles on (while eating ...) and it helps me to stay "focused" on the food and the video at the same time.
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  1368. Fantastic video, seems text on Japanese TV shows has more meaning than i first thought, giving clear context to whatevers happening on screen.
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  1369. Nobitasan your channel give lot of knowledge for outsider about other side of Japan. Great
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  1370. Great topic! Great insights from a pretty Japanese Christian girl, Fuhka Yazaki san!
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  1371. What a wonderful video!
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  1372. This story was so nice! Great Job Nobita!
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  1373. This woman touched my heart!
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  1374. This one was very powerful to watch really..
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  1375. Thank you I didn't know I needed to see this but I did. I pray this video helps all who need its message
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  1376. この度は、コラボ動画のご提案など、ありがとうございました！ 素晴らしい出来の動画ですね！ また、機会がございましたら、何卒宜しくお願い致します！ Thank you so much for all your suggestions on our collaborative video! It's a great video! I look forward to working with you again!
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  1377. 今回のこの取り組みに参加できて光栄です。 ありがとうございます！
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  1378. I'm a long time fan and I think your English has improved Aww, don't say you always mess up! You always learn something ;) This was an interesting insight and in my personal experience all true
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  1379. I was thrown a bit of with Nibita making those mistakes at 0:51. But then I realized ....."self deprecating" humour is best medicine.
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  1380. Ending was pretty good
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  1381. Love this video Nobita. I have ADHD and ASD myself, and I am really happy to see a video about having ASD in Japan.
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  1382. Sure, that with the job options is an issue if you wanna move to any country, but the language barrier is equally valid everywhere. People shouldn't just move somewhere, you should arrange something while you are in your country and go directly there for a starter, that's how is done and how it works. :) Otherwise, this time you didn't give any reason not to move to Japan 😂😂. All you say here is valid in general, although some particularities may differ. There is nothing particularly worrisome specific to Japan. :) And that high convinction rate may be as well because they may not deal with cases if they don't have a strong case, and nonetheless nobody should move in a country and commit crimes there just to begin with, this is not a lamentation. As, honestly, I refuze to believe that if one was for real innocent they'd just confess something they really have nothing to do with, I think there should be done research into this, but seams pretty unlikely to me unless there would be some more specialized as well as impartial sources to confirm this theory following a real investigation into this issue. Because if prosecutors don't present to judges but only cases where they believe they have enough evidence, of course they obtain convinction all the time, and is very unlikely that there exist convinctions exclusively based on a confession.
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  1383. Great video. Best Japanese content YouTuber.
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  1384. Hi Nobita San, thank you for this video. I'm thinking about transfer one day from EU(Poland) to Japan within company I'm working and was looking for exactly such informations. This year my travel was postponed due to C19 but next year I'm going for holiday exchange (work&travel). After your video I'm bit less worried. Hopefully I will pass JLPT L3 next month.
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  1385. It must take a lot of work to do these videos. I appreciate it. Don't burn yourself out though.
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  1386. Great video, very helpful and inspiring By the way, I am a Cyber Security trainee from Egypt with a bachelor degree in computer engineering and I am planning on moving to work in Japan as a pentester. Thank you Nobita-san for this video
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  1387. Really enjoying this sort of content, Nobita. Hope your channel keeps growing as well as the awareness on the issues you are trying to spread.
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  1388. Excellent video, really hit home as a single father. Happy father's day to all my fellow dads and keep up the great work.
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  1389. An incredible video, Nobita. As a single dad, I feel more motivated. I also feel I learned a few things from this. Thank you
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  1390. Fantastic video.
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  1391. That home made takoyaki looks oishi!
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  1392. Always intelligent programs from Nobita, well done, most appreciated from people outside of Japan. Lot to learn from this amazing country so little known about its inner way of living. Thanks for such good work. The problems of single fathers in most country is very difficult and similar to Japan in more than one way.
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  1393. Thank you for giving support to those most of society has given up on😔
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  1394. れいさん?やっぱりれいさんですね🐭お疲れ様です😃わたしの息子は障害は統合失調症３級ですがお話しを伺っていると息子は幻聴　幻覚症状は無くて自閉症スペクトラムの症状が似ています　知能指数が高い　理数系頭で仕事は他人と向きあった仕事は出来ないですね　今は障害者雇用で単調な仕事を１人部署で１日４時間で週５日勤務　最近は将来的な事を実現しょうと努力していますので見守っていますね🧐れいさんのインタビュー動画　たまたま偶然です（笑）体調管理に気をつけて下さいね　北海道は大荒れの暴風雪警報😰地下鉄以外の交通機関は運休があり　このような天候は　ちょっと最近では珍しいです　じゃあまたね🤗🏂☃️🌀
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  1395. Thank you very much Nobita, I have Autism spectrum as well, so I understand her very well, despite I can't speak her language. And she is very beautiful too.
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  1396. Great video! Reminds me of a Japanese novel I recently read called "Convenience Store Woman" and many people think the MC in that book is on the Spectrum...
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  1397. Great video, Nobita-san. I can only hope more people can become understanding and open minded.
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  1398. Thank you, Nobita-san, for exploring this issue. This is very relatable for me. Some of us have these responsibilities, which are not easy. There needs to be changes in society or law. But for now the burden is largely on family members.
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  1399. Wow you show the situation in a very in depth diverse way
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  1400. There are several ideas that I believe can require more discussion: 1. Japanese companies do not want to hire women with kids(10:40): Is it because they believe that these women cannot put in the necessary hours? I know Japanese working culture is demanding and requires employees to work extra hours, go to nomikai, and discourage using vacation time. Kids are not compatible with these harsh hours. There are gonna be times when the child needs additional attention from their mother. 2. Japanese women are not very understanding or good at communicating(14:32): The expert mentioned that women are easily triggered by light joking(14:33) and unintentionally offending them(14:40). I remember in a previous video that there was a father that came home late every day. The reason was that he was trying to avoid coming home. The wife complained that he did not help out, but she got angry when he did try to help for not doing it the "proper way". This video makes gives some credibility to his statements. I know in Japan that harmony is highly valued. If the wife is gonna constantly snap, of course the husband is gonna avoid coming home so that he does not disturb the peace.
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  1401. I believe you are covering a very key point with social media in young people's lives. It's difficult for me not to see this as a mass exploitation of adolescent insecurities, conditioning them through relentless imagery to believe that surface-level ideal beauty (regardless of preference or fashion) will attract companionship or happiness of actual substance. The human heart will not be satisfied with mere appearances, and the permanent, surgical choice of engaging every social interaction by guarding oneself's most shallow vulnerability will cripple practically every new relationship, and wedge a neurotic, insatiable vanity between every person for a whole generation to come.
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  1402. 2022 lets hope things go well my friend
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  1403. I agree, Nobita, American men would prefer a perfect set of straight teeth and pay no attention to single or double eyelids. At least for the vast majority of us in my opinion. Asian women's eyes are beautiful and very attractive. I don't care if Asian men want to mesh up their eyes, but I hope the women do not fall for such a capricious fashion trend. Appreciate your natural beauty and be confident in who you are. You know, people do prefer the way you look now and see it as a big mistake to go double. You have something special, do not change it.
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  1404. こういうのを聞くと超悲しくなるよね。。一重は凄く綺麗と思うのに。東洋人の皆が自分の美しさを気づけばいいのになー This makes me really really sad :( Monolids are so pretty!! Yet another thing the west has managed to twist... Double eyelids are just one physical trait out of many. Some are pretty, some may be less pretty. It's the same for monolids. All of these treats make the world diverse and interesting and wonderful. In all honesty, all those photo's of the "cute girls" with the big eyes and double eyelids look plastic and creepy to me. The thought that everyone would end up looking like that kinda scares me lol. I would understand if someone was so miserable with how they look and it effected their whole life that they would go for plastic surgery but other than that i'm just sad that we made society so that individual traits are being despised. As for letting teenagers undergo plastic surgery; hell no x'D If every teenager who felt insecure and awkward about how they look would do it the whole world's economy would run on plastic surgery pffhaha
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  1405. I was born without any fat around my eye sockets , and I didn't have to tape my eyelids because my eyelids are naturally double and even triple, so I never understand the experience of having to tape your eyes.
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  1406. I gotta say that until I watched this clip I've never paid attention to single or double eye lids before. I never noticed those.
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  1407. One of my favorite vídeos from nobita, makes me think If is worth a party from my country trying to legalize prostitution. Is really hard to even understand why and what they life could be. Legalization don't look like a answer
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  1408. Find Your Love in Japan Your video description says this is for western guys interested in Japanese guys. Don’t you mean girls? Either way, excellent and helpful video as always, Nobita San.
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  1409. I love Japan, the people, my local friends, the culture, the golf, and living here. Thank you!
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  1410. Amazing video! I hope the porn industry in japan gets less toxic. But this will require a strong political movement from the workers themselves. Because the males watching porn and paying for prostitution won't do a thing to better these girls lifes. They need more information, dignity and a better working enviroment. This way they can make a better call to what to do with their life. And if they still choose to do porn or prostitution they will have a decent place to work.
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  1411. Thank you Nobita for making these kind of videos, it really says a lot about Japanese society.
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  1412. I think the link between NTR and real life cheating is likely pretty weak because, if it did cause it, you'd expect the heaviest users to be the most affected and the group that watches the most porn is single men by a mile. There are plenty of married men who still watch of course, but they don't tend to be the ones who buy over 2000 MILF DVDs.
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  1413. if you know how, you can profit off this culture. During covid, I capitalized on the cheating women. Got a lot of love love and expensive gifts from these women. One woman would take me to an expensive lunch at the Marriot Hotel and then pay for the room and bring me expensive gifts, all just to spend the day with her. She is one of many and it's still going over 3 years now.
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  1414. No need to be concerned. I already see Japan’s future
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  1415. Thank you for sharing, this is very important to know that this problem is not just in one place in the world.
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  1416. This was really touching and useful, and I now intend to help them in the future. Thank you very much for this documentary.
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  1417. Nobita san, you've been doing an amazing job creating very valuable content.🙂 I hope people with Hikikomori find the place where they can feel their peace 🙏 Thank you for the video!
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  1418. It's so sad how bad of a silent epidemic this is... it's even sadder when you see these poor souls say they want to speak up and that they don't want to be shut in, but it's like they know that the minute they do that, they're gonna get flamed for it. It's not my place to demand change for a nation I don't live in, but I do hope things shift so these people can get the help the need ❤
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  1419. Wow😯 it's encouraging to see that there are people with similar issues that are making a difference. Community centers, volunteers, help line, donations, podcasts etc can help some. Even bulletin boards with info that can spread to families that need help. Baby steps🙏🙏👍😊
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  1420. Personally I will never understand this form of thought, never dealt with depression after all the stuff that happened in my life, it's really sad cuz there's still so much to do, I was stuck since 18 taking care of my parents and haven't done any progress in 6 years, my dad died recently and my brother said he was joining the military so I just joined with him and excited for boot camp and to see happens
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  1421. Just sad, this if you look is happening in the US and worldwide as well. Some like me have friends and family that would refuse to let me do that. Just hope people get the help they need to find a way out of their issues. I was diagnosed with ADD when I was 4 i am now 45. So I can relate to many with it.. Great channel by the way
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  1422. As a guy, I like a girl's natural beauty. Makeup is fine, but It would be pretty stressful to see your girl wearing makeup 24/7.
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  1423. So much pressure in Japan, wearing make up can be nice but like always photoshopping your face it can make you feel terrible about what you actually look like. It's also not just the putting on make up but doing all the skincare. Where does it all end?
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  1424. This video brings awareness, but it made me feel bad for the people of Japan.
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  1425. Interesting that you didn't touch one of the issues that I think has the biggest impact: work hours and low pay. People just don't have the time or the resources to go out and date when they spend so much time at the office. I swear in this country I have to book events out months in advance if I want to meet someone in person. It's exhausting.
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  1426. Thank nobita for this video, it means. ありがとうございます, あなたの動画大好きです, よろしくお願いします
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  1427. Interesting content nobita-san 👍
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  1428. Great video! I want to say about one bit in No. 4, when Connor is saying that he can withstand cringe to a greater degree than other people, I don’t think he’s really saying he’s withstanding other people being cringe, but rather he himself feeling cringe for being outside of his comfort zone or doing anything unusual for him personally. Just wanted to mention this as calling niche hobbies and interests ‘cringe’ in english is an insult, and I don’t think that was his intention, while saying that you are “cringing” or feeling “cringe” is expressing personal embarrassment.
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  1429. Your video helped me realize that there are things that are better enjoyed from a distance.
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  1430. Fight back if you can, run away to other schools or places if you don't. There are hardly any penalties for bullying. No prison time or fine. Bullying is hard thing to combat against due to this reason I think.
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  1431. I was bullied horribly in middle school (in America, by a fellow female) I tried to ignore it, but it didn't effect it, in fact it just got worse and worse. I was even bullied by one of my middle school teachers who never believed me and called me a liar. So I felt like the school wasn't on my side. I didn't know what to do. It got to so bad that one of my friends told her mom, who told my mom, and then my mom asked me and I told her everything. My mom talked to the principle who had then had a parent meeting with my mom and the bully's mom. The physical bullying stopped, but the bully and her friends still would laugh at me and point in the hallways. I was a lot better, but it never stopped until I went to high school because she went a different high school than I did.
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  1432. What a beautiful woman , she still smiles even now talking about it. I wish I meet someone like that, she has so much compassion and love for everyone
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  1433. This is very interesting.
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  1434. Interesting topic as always Nobita👍!
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  1435. Thanks for this, Nobby. Another good upload. Keep 'em coming.
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  1436. This is really concerning... :(
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  1437. you don't need to be accepted by the whole country. you just need to be accepted by the ones who matter to you most. it happens in other countries as well. i'm mexican-american, and mexicans in mexico definitely mentally separate themselves from mexican americans whether they are here or mexican americans are in mexico. in mexico, mexican americans are seen as second class citizens. you can eventually fit in, but you have to prove yourself to them to fit in with some people. when mexicans from mexico are here in the us, they see mexican americans as "related" but not the same as them. they kind of shield themselves from becoming too americanized, even if they live in the us.
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  1438. Thanks for good documentary VDOs addressing social issues in Japan.
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  1439. Hey Nobita, I appreciate your videos. Awesome as always. Hi from Argentina
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  1440. Thank you for sharing this video Nobita! You sir should be proud of contributor for in depth analysis of Japan's issues and exposed very serious topics. Keep at it! From the USA!
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  1441. Nice to see things are going well for him
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  1442. Another illuminating video. Thank you.
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  1443. well to edit a normal video is like a third of how much time you spend everage to edit the tellopes especially with the tsukkomi fire, sparlig test animations , diffrent text fonds if you do not have any presaves with the whole key framing etc can take a lot of time...
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  1444. Nice! You should make more videos covering random things like this. Your insight is really valuable for learners of Japanese and country's idiosyncrasies.
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  1445. Q2: Eat more, Lift more. Get a trainer for a few hours a week if you've never done weight training in any sort of serious capacity before. They're their to help you develop good form and design a good routine. Your first few weeks will probably be of an exploratory nature. Developing good form, learning how to stretch, finding out what your 1 Rep Max's (1RM) are, and so forth. Then you'll start with a routine that the trainer has designed for you. You should be sore at the end of the day, that means you're making progress and you'll be gaining weight. Some people will gain weight faster than others. I put on 15lbs in 3 months in my 20's. When it comes to foods, eat plenty of meat, dairy, and breads. Also you'll need to eat more. Think American portion sizes. And yes, I'm telling you to eat pizzas. Also eggs. You will be much hungrier than you normally are when you start training, indulge that and eat more. Speaking of eggs, I'll give you my favorite Tex-Mex breakfast recipe: Migas Pour some cooking oil into a skillet, get it nice and hot Tear corn tortillas into strips/chunks fry the corn tortillas in the oil add eggs (with the yolks broken) when the tortillas start getting crispy add your favorite veggies (I like onions, bell peppers, and jalapenos on mine) grate cheese over the skillet when the eggs are getting done It may be hard to find corn tortillas but migas is a great power breakfast.
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  1446. Funny thing in India "NEET" is short form medical entrance examinations . There was a time in here when folks were also forced to do engineering,medical or finance oriented jobs. I am lucky to have the option of choosing my course but other families don't seem to be having that option ...I guess (I don't mean to put them down)
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  1447. Thanks for all the hard work, Nobita! For gaining weight, just a lot of healthy protein and good fats (not bad fats). You can even look in to taking supplements as well!
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  1448. thank you for making this video Nobita. very interesting and instructive. I like how open you are. there is no tabou discussion.
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  1449. This episode is really good, history and modern techniques clash. It's nice that the east wants to pick up on western models in the way of dating, the only issue is that, the in west the "dating format" actually doesn't work. Furthermore its harder on the men than woman as you can see at the end of the video. You've already realized that the 20% of men are dating all the women. We are just figuring that out now. Mixing and mingling is very common so you can keep a culture alive in the west. But for countries in the east that have a completely different mindset in society, like Japan you'll get hit harder because an entire culture is at risk of going extinct. Small towns will turn into ghost towns. It is true that things are changing there and its not hard to see with the young people, but trying to meet a western format (regardless of if it works or not) with eastern society mindset will never work. It will only create more and more problems. It's only "doable" here because of the way our society thinks of work, dating, family etc.. Just the way of interacting alone is completely different. If mindset of work & family don't change then the issue will never be resolved. If i'm not mistaken the work structure alone could solve a lot of problems. I see that the most common in the comments of channels. Keep up the hard work on the vids I am appreciate them!
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  1450. Thank you so much nobita for this content. May God bless you 🙏✝️
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  1451. Good one, Nobita 👍
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  1452. I don't think Japan and foreigners can see eye to eye, but we can bend some parts of ourselves. You see, westerners often want to impose their values on other countries, and Japan is a country that is really stubborn and won't be as flexible.
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  1453. Good video
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  1454. Absolutely brutal but extremely important. Good work Nobita! I am extremely sorry the children of your country suffer like this.
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  1455. Hey that was awesome!
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  1456. Thanks a lot for your work
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  1457. Very interesting topic and video, as always. Thank you.
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  1458. Thank you for the video, Nobita. You definitely raise some interesting points. One thing I have noticed about Japan was that people tend to form different opinions based on their experience. So here's mine: 10. Honestly, I've never tried to return anything. So no idea. 9. I'm assuming rent is raising nowadays due to the Olympics. When I was in Tokyo, renting a small apartment would set you back around 70000 yen per month + key money. 8. Personally, I have an international driving permit which is valid in Japan. So luckily I did not have to try and get a Japanese DL. 7. Definitely lots of old folks! 6. Possibly. Come to think of it, most Japanese I have met do not discuss religion. 5. I would say so. Even for English teachers, it's getting harder and harder. 4. Dating, dating. For short-term dating, I have found Japan to be one of the easiest places, perhaps THE easiest to find a date. Though if you are looking for something long-term, that's a different tale to be told. 3. Luckily, I have never had an encounter with law enforcement. Though I have heard that Japanese police can be very strict. 2. True. Although, younger Japanese do not seem to care much about those rules. 1. True again. Although, younger generations seem a lot more direct. Especially after they become familiar with you.
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  1459. Dude your videos are awesome thank you for everything nobita senseii
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  1460. Thank you for this wonderful insight in this video! I'm about to enter college and chose IT as my course because I dream of working in Japan someday. This made ma learn a lot!
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  1461. your videos is really so nice, and this one, is very motivational! c:
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  1462. This is wonderful!! Thank you dad (my dad lol) and happy fathers day to all the dads in the world 🤗💗💐
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  1463. Great video Nobita! 😊 very informative!
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  1464. Excellent video.
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  1465. It happens around the World not only in Japan
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  1466. Oh, now that is an interesting video for me, since I am a stutterer. Thanks Nobita!
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  1467. This is the type of content I find so interesting: what issues do all or many cultures have in common and how does each deal with them? I think we can learn a lot from examining these things.
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  1468. Thank you Nobita! Great reminder for us all on how we should treat and respect each other.❤
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  1469. I relate to every experience mentioned here except for being feared by others.
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  1470. Great video nobita, I never knew that stuttering wasn’t considered a “thing” in Japan
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  1471. Thanks Nobita! Your work is an exceptional gem for understanding Japanese Culture.
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  1472. I salute all the interviewers in this video. They are bringing that change ❤
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  1473. Atleast they are trying to improve the situation by different policy's by govt.❤
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  1474. Double eyelids might be nice to a certain point. When you get hooded eyes like I do, you look exhausted 24/7, make-up becomes near impossible.
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  1475. Another well presented social issue, Nobita. To me Asian monolids look cute and exotic, but I can totally understand that for Asian ppl is the exactly opposite. I only recently realised that many white people also can have monolids. I wouldn't be aware of it, if so many films and tik-toks weren't made about the topic (usually make-up tricks to hide it). Suddenly I started spotting "hooded eyes" as we call it among the people I know/meet. At some point I even started wondering if my own eyes are hooded or not. Crazy, right? Which makes me think it wouldn't even be an issue if people haven't started it themselves. Because I can't remember growing up in Poland anyone ever talking about hooded eyes, and obviously they exist. I'm the last person to judge anyone for their choices, since I'm not happy with my own face myself. But if an unhappy person having monolids read this, please know: to us Europeans you Asians are beautiful, exotic and special the way you are. Not that an oppinion of a white person on the topic is of any importance. I only say it's a matter of perspective. And from mine you Asians are to be envied for your looks.
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  1476. I try to accept that some people may feel this way, but it still sort of blows my mind..! Personality and intellect first - the rest is secondary 🙏 EDIT: I honestly don't know how I feel about double eyelid. On one hand, it looks pretty sloppy when it layers, but on the other hand, I was born this way, and I'm not about to have surgery for it since I most likely will be frustrated with the results within a year anyway. Single lid looks nice! It's like... just the right amount of eyelid, since it doesn't fold over itself. At the same time, it makes the gaze look focused and sharp (like you have your wits about you, and you have your head in the game (of life))..! Regardless, you still have beautiful eyelashes, and wonderful eyes that peer into the world from behind your eyelids! Perfect just the way you are! 🙏
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  1477. Hi Nobita! I laughed so hard when you said that you don't find eye that attractive and I thought: who on earth does? 🤣 I love all of your videos and cann't wait to see what you'll come up with in 2022! Happy New Year! 🎆 🍾 🥂 🎊
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  1478. I never even knew this was a thing. People have eyelids. Who knew there were different kinds?
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  1479. のび太さん、ありがとうございました。とても参考になったので、日本の多くの女性に役立つことを願っています。
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  1480. I personally really appreciate you’re making this video and your honesty. I have found it very difficult to make friends since they era of social media because people seem like they don’t really know how to connect in the real world anymore. My goal anywhere is to leave the place and people better off than when I arrived. Thank you for showing me that I am on the right path. The disrespectful foreigners are really embarrassing for the rest of us.
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  1481. It's been very cool seeing him grow as a content creator from early youtube to what he is now.
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  1482. Thank you so much for sharing this. Thank you for being a positive example for people who want to learn a foreign language. To learn a language you have to speak it no matter how scary it is and no matter how good or bad you think you are in. 🙏
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  1483. 100% agree on promoting under visited areas. I travelled to Iwate in January and Sendai in October. Loved both and tourists need to move away from overrun areas to given them breathing space. Sadly the change to Japan Rail pass will discourage travel to varied areas and most with concentrate on Tokyo and Kyoto even more :(
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  1484. The British Humor is sometimes sarcastic. As this is how Chris comes across in his videos. Chris struggles. Struggling in trying to understand the Japanese way of doing things, which is completely different that how it was growing up in England. He struggles, he learns, and he overcomes the challenges. It's not so much making fun of Japan and Japanese people, it's him beating himself up as he struggles with Japanese concepts. He respects Japan and would never do anything to harm Japan nor it's people. As an American, I like Chris Broad as well.
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  1485. Great video, as always. It was interesting to hear their experiences.
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  1486. Amazing Channel
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  1487. I've always wondered what religion do they use in Japan and or how they go about it. Thank you for such vid.
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  1488. Thanks so much ! I’m also Christian
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  1489. Always great to learn from your videos Nobita !
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  1490. 凄い大きい仕事だったですねぇ！感謝しかないです！
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  1491. Really cool video Nobita. I didn't visit a church in Japan last time lived there, but I think I will when I can.
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  1492. Thank you Nobita san for making this video, covering both husband & wife perspective and their child. It's always good to hear the perspective of people different position. I met many people in this situation...I hope Japanese people can improve expressing emotions, communications and persuing our own happiness. 🙏🥺
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  1493. Sadly..it's common for many married couples to sleep in different rooms/beds. I asked my friend who loves his wife..but sleep in different rooms. Said didn't want to disturb each other. They were newly married too at the time. My foreign married friends sleep in same bed. I think it's only between married Japanese couples mostly.
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  1494. Thank you for not shying away from the social issues.
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  1495. this is really interesting. I'm pretty sure at this point that I am on the autism spectrum, and I always related more to eastern cultures. I imagine that I would feel more comfortable in a society like Japan or Korea rather than America. it makes me question to what extent are these disabilities created or mediated by culture/society
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  1496. Thank you for creating contents like this. We get a peek of the other aspects of Japan aside from the glitz of traveling.
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  1497. It would be great if support groups could reach out to more, since people really need that help. They do need to be integrated back to society, but schools and companies needs to be educated even if you have a disability you can still be an asset. But also finding friends should be a goal so they can get outside, and feel that they are a part of society.
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  1498. ..there's no such thing as ugly.. . ..for me, being natural is the best beauty and most attractive - cosmetic indeed just a make up - to hide the real..
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  1499. 1:57 haha :D I love that you slipped this shot in. Your videos are excellent, so interesting! Keep up the good work! 👍
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  1500. I really enjoyed the interview at the end with the married women and mothers. I could feel their joy. As someone who is infertile I feel a sense of sadness and jealousy for people who choose not to have children on purpose. While I agree with their points of view, and I believe that humans are generally overpopulating the earth (compared to other animals) anyways, I do have that little bit of resentment about not having the choice. I hope to adopt children one day if I can. Also, that politician says a lot of what a lot of current day's men are saying, which is just crazy to me. The fact that he calls himself a "high-value man" basically is ridiculous.
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  1501. I admire your channel. You don't only upload what fits your agenda. Thanks for uploading!
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  1502. Thank you Nobita! I wish someone would've told me this earlier. Even though I spent 3 months in Japan before deciding to move here, it wasn't enough for the negative aspects to come out. But after around half a year it really hit me! I still think this country is awesome! And some foreigners can acclimate so nicely. But for someone who thinks honesty, trust, communication, expressing yourself and being yourself is important, this is quite a harsh environment. However, I do agree that it is slowly changing. So I'm very hopeful.^^
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  1503. great video! I learned a lot.
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  1504. LOVE this video thank you so much! It explains SO much!
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  1505. Im better at standing up for other people than myself. When it happens to me im partly thinking ive done soemthign wrong
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  1506. I love your videos man it’s really sad that people these days get bullied, a lot starting fights because it was my first year of high school and there was like two girls fighting next to me in the halls I watched it happen on my very eyes and it was shocking to me see that
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  1507. I guess I didn't really handle it, more just endured until eventually 12 years had passed and I was done with school. Was already pretty emotionally shut down before the bullying started so guess that made things easier but probably was also a big reason for why I was targeted. Was in quite a few schools due to moving around a bit and was pretty much the same thing in all of them.
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  1508. This was in high school and the bullying got so worse that it was a fight or flight response; I chose to fight. Had to wait till it was recess and headed right over to him and instantly went for a chokehold. Gripped his neck so tight that I could literally see him struggling and it's werid to say this but I felt a sudden surge of power rush through me. It was only when other students noticed that the guys face almost turned blue and started to pry me off did I realise how close I came to doing something truly awful. Post that event, that guy, nor anyone else in the class ever even think of bullying me. The guy even apologized for his behaviour and we later became friends. But I vowed never to ever use violence as a path ever again. That incident is still ingrained in my mind and bullying can result in a lot of different scenarios. If you see this happening to yourself or anyone around you, I truly urge you to speak up or get some help. The woman in this video is very lucky she escaped death and can now live to talk about it. For some, they probably didn't even stand a chance and are not in this world now.
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  1509. Thank you Nobita for this very informative video 😊
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  1510. Thank you so much, Nobita, for making a point of presenting so many perspectives relevant to Japan and your cultural norms! I'll only address the last 2 minutes of your vid. "Feminist" propaganda aside, where do you see any acknowledgement that for any society to survive, there must be 2.1 births on average required from EVERY woman in said society? That said--relevant to your society and ours--why are we, and other targeted societies, subject to unceasing, relentless propaganda that would bring about our societies' extinction?
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  1511. Nobita you open so many eyes..........and we love it!
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  1512. So interesting, keep it up man!
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  1513. She hit with the last line "If you both have something to do everyday..." If someone has time to complain, they aren't busy enough. Clean something. Fix something. Make something. Learn something. Earn something. Corona Couples break up because someone is too needy. They need to get in gear and be about something--handle their own needs and stay busy. Communicate instead of complain and blame. Don't EXPECT your partner to fix YOUR life for you. That's your job.
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  1514. Thanks for the upload, been enjoying your videos.
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  1515. Amazing Video! i think the perfect end to this trash taste saga of your videos is to be an actual guest in the podcast!
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  1516. Amazing video. Thanks for showing us that reality.
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  1517. The quality of your videos are bloody amazing. Keep up the good work. ♥️
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  1518. Thank you for making all these great and informative videos, Nobita! I discovered your channel recently and have been enjoying it a lot! You're awesome!
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  1519. Another very informative and important video.
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  1520. Thank you for addressing/explaining this and sorry if I sounded like an asshole in the last video comments!
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  1521. Wow she even knows what an HSP is. She’s looked for info about mental health for sure, I’m happy that she did that
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  1522. Great video ❤. I'm a frequent of Trash Taste and of their personal content. The women train and prosecution facts were something that I didn't know before. Thank you for enlightening me.
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  1523. That's some deep lore right there, super interesting to know there's a specific reason for the paradigm. It sounds like your uncle is probably a wealth of information on a variety of topics, you should definitely pick his brain as much as politely possible.
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  1524. In Indonesia its Called Deadwood
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  1525. A fantastic story about the differences between "Christianity" and living the real world with God by your side. We are all human and face challenges every day, and trust in God makes the difference between being crushed or being able to overcome them. Thank you Nobita.
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  1526. Great video! Thanks for having her as a guest.
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  1527. Ah Hiro, the finest character heroes had.
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  1528. Interesting video! I guess I wouldn't do well in Korea since I like to be alone and hyper-focus on stuff. I'd be too "distant". Also, I totally understand how you feel about messing up words, Nobita. English is my native language, and I still struggle to pronounce words correctly :(
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  1529. Thank you for your insightful information Nobita. Were you in a movie?
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  1530. Thank you. Very interesting! 😀
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  1531. That's a pretty positive message
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  1532. Nobita, as soon as I get a job, I will donate you. Your content is simply excellent.
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  1533. very informative info which we needed to know about Japan.
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  1534. Great video, like usual! I love your objectivity, Nobita!
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  1535. This is very interesting, and a real eye opener👏👍 Thank You for all the uploads Nobita😊👏👍
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  1536. Thanks for this quality video!
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  1537. Is 3 years CS bachelor's degree accepted in Japan? and thank you for the video. I have been doing some research on this topic lately.
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  1538. Great video especially for the up coming Father’s Day
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  1539. Thanks Nobita!
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  1540. Really nice video.
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  1541. Awesome content as usual Nobita, keep it coming (with CC) . Kudos, from PORTUGAL
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  1542. I write this as i also feel abandoned and lonely. i struggle financially (have big amounts of debt) since 2014 until now. so many times i asked for help from many friends ( i chose friend who i tought close enough to me and rich enough to help me) but yet i only got nothing. i started to withdraw my self and became hater. the richest friend i asked for help only gave this answer: pray more. of course i pray everyday but i need some loan to survive my family. in 2019 i stopped crying and just work and work everyday since. i keep telling my self that my problem is not the biggest in this world. i dont care how much i make. i just live my live day by day by working. amazingly i survive my family until now 2021. i am still a hater and prefer make no friend now but i never think to kill my self.
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  1543. Awsome video Nobita san, great work as always. ありがとうございました
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  1544. This video was very educational and amazing! Thank you so much, Nobita! I hope to see more of these untouched topics in Japan, really interesting. And the woman is very brave to talk her experience.
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  1545. Great video, as always you expose and talk topics that are important to know.
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  1546. 今日もお疲れ様でした
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  1547. Great topic Nobita. So what is the best way to help a person who is stuttering while talking to you? Without potentially increasing their anxiety further?
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  1548. I love your videos. Keep up the excellent work!
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  1549. I have single eyelids and I'm proud if it.
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  1550. We have European models and actors with mono eye lid and it can make them more interesting. Also they say East Asians are harder to read playing poker , this could be because you see less of the eye . I can see the good points of both types of eye lids , personally I'm from the uk so too me Asian eyes look more exotic . I think Japanese people are really beautiful really cute ,
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  1551. Looks fade inevitably over time. Your personality is what people stick around for. Please don't do anything drastic for 'looks' that won't last.
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  1552. Thank you for all your work Nobita! Your videos show a very different and honest side of Japan which is very interesting, but sadly has become very rare. Wish you all the best for 2022 and beyond :)
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  1553. I'm with you man. A woman's heart is more attractive then her eyelids. There are a lot of trash heart women in the states with double eyelids. To those ladies who think this is the missing Peace to there beauty... Please do your research first.😊
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  1554. I find those eyes to be really sexy. Maybe because I don’t have them🤷🏿
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  1555. I really haven't noticed eyelid variations. After seeing this, I have no preference.
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  1556. Thx for the info, nice video.
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  1557. That was very helpful for me to see!
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  1558. Very informative Nobita, I would like to know how Lemi feel about dating a male from the west. She is quite attractive , I love her mannerism and style. You need to bring her back again, when you get another topic, that she add , her opinion or thoughts too
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  1559. This video has opened m mind, thank you for making it
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  1560. Good work Nobita.
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  1561. Chris is genuine, passionate, true to himself, respectful, humble. You can tell be genuinely loves Japan - and yeah while he makes videos for his living, you can tell its not just for the money. Its rare to find youtubers online that aren't making these videos just for views - one of a kind
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  1562. Great video! Explains in depth the Japaneese mindset towards God and Christianity. Found it interesting in that fundamentally the Japaneese are led by societal norms, some of which are relative to the time/era, whereas Christians are led by an absolute truth that does not change with regard to time/era or societal norms.
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  1563. Thanks for the insight.
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  1564. Very good job, Nobita-san👌 I appreciate your wisdom and eagerness to talk about this topic.
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  1565. This is a long video and very well done :D
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  1566. Very well documented! I absolutely enjoyed this video! Thank you for that. Try speaking to a missionary from the LDS. I have a lot of friends who’ve done a mission for the church in Japan and it’s interesting. Again, thank you!
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  1567. Thanks for video, that's is in my mind now, how the Japanese thinks of Christian because that is my faith Wow! Takeshi Tsuruno is a Christian, great!! I watch him on Ultraman Dyna before.
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  1568. Really nice video Nobita. Thank you
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  1569. Another Fantastic video Dood.
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  1570. Thanks dude! This is really going to help me in the future!
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  1571. Thank you for your hard work. This is a really upsetting topic, but a very important topic to talk about. I believe the best way to deal with a problem is to face it head on. Good on you for pointing out these social issues.
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  1572. 40yo women here, and just for the last 5 years Ive been using tinted lip balm.... besides that most of the time I use nothing at all. Im not "pretty" but Im not "ugly" either, just average, but I guess I never wanted to invest the time or money in something that just make them appreciate my appearance but not the real me.
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  1573. Again, great video, like the last one. From other of your videos I heard lonelyness is a growing problem in Japan, so thanks for going deeper into it by sharing personal experiences of various people. By the way: it would be very interesting to know how the war in Ukraine is perceived by the people in Japan. Do they talk about it or not as politics is not so common a subject? Is anyone afraid that China might follow Russia's path and support Russia and/or take war to the pacific region by taking Taiwan for example? I would greatly appreciate to hear about this if you can make that time.
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  1574. I like to enjoy maid cafes instead
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  1575. Great interview. Feel for her. A lot of people can relate to this. Glad she's found something that genuinely makes her happy
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  1576. Nobita , I have been watching some of your videos , and I like the way you keep everything honest and in perspective. Especially the one on one interview videos you have with various people and there chosen career. Its heartfelt and the way you have them open up to you is appreciated. You do a great job in keeping it real and sincere . Thank you Nobita.
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  1577. Great video Nobita! Keep up the good work, much love and respect from across the pond. Yours truly, Dixieland U.S.A. ^_^
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  1578. That was really good subject to talk about thank you 🙏🏻
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  1579. Thank you Nobita's grandma for telling your grandson to make this video. Nobita, you have a smart grandma.
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  1580. Very well done! I think this is what needs to be pushed more. I've seen time and time again, where people romanticize Japan and they will move there and absolutely dread it
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  1581. Thanks for the info 😊 -🇵🇭
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  1582. As a second generation Japanese Australian, I can relate to all of that. That's why now I am in Japan to get in touch with my inner Japanese. Since being here, the Japanese part of me has awaken and I feel more whole. With duel heritages you can balance both, but it's not aways easy. Especially when both cultures are completely different. As an artist it definitely, suits me to be in Japan, but I miss my Aussie family, friends and way of life. Thanks Millie for sharing your experiences. 😍
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  1583. Great video
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  1584. Good video Nobita, but am curious if you could have a video talking about the dating of other Asians (e.g. Chinese, Koreans and etc.)with Japanese people. While I know our cultures are often similar, but I just want to know the perspectives they have, the struggles they might have and etc. Keep up the good work mate :D
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  1585. My experience 🤔 First time I changed my school as soon as I could (to be honest, the whole class was terrible), after that in the beginning it was not easy for me to be a proper part of the class but somehow I managed to be a good student and became close to my teachers by paying attention to my studies but it took me years to make good friends. I think first step is to be confident (I read so many books, watched inspiring stuff and so on) next I tried to help everyone as much as I could, it really helped me a lot. Books and good stuff help you grow mentally strong and be confident. You can save yourself from lots of trouble if you show others that you have some self confidence. I was lucky I got some good people on my side they helped me a lot.
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  1586. Performing for a graduation in a way that forced the bully who badmouthed me to have to publicly in front of a line of teachers and principals admit how good a singer I was and praise me.
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  1587. I just strive to better myself so I can live a better life than my bullies ever could. And now I live a better life than they did.
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  1588. Nobita. Your videos continue to be fascinating and so well produced. So grateful to learn from your perspective.
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  1589. Thank you for this video. I never met japanese Americans but I do know japanese Brazilians who moved back.
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  1590. Very interesting and insightful video, like always. Thank you Nobita!
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  1591. This very informative. Thank you for sharing it 🙏
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  1592. As always thank you for your excellent content!
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  1593. Nice video Nobita, your videos always have a good content. It'd be interesting if you interviewed Hitomi Tanaka when you have an opportunity for that.
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  1594. Wow, thanks for your courage to go and interview these people to give us this insight! Great job!!!
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  1595. Thanks for the video nobtia your awesome.
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  1596. take a walk everyday with at least 2 of you favorite snacks. I'm trying to make it to 100kg for weigh lifting and so much advice is for going the other way!! ♥️
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  1597. Keep a jar of peanut butter in your backpack. Wherever you go. It will curb your appetite when you are hungry and cant get good protein when you want it. Like on a long train ride or before sleep. It will also help you save your lean muscle so you dont get soft. No estrogen in it like in tofu. Do calisthenics every day. Check out "VEGETABLE POLICE YOUTUBE CHANNEL" He did a video called priming the pump. Its working out almost to failure anytime you feel like it instead of dedicating hours to certain muscle groups throughout the week. Also check out "Thomas Delauer youtube channel." Youtubes resident nutritional nerd. This guy knows his "intermittent Fasting." Lots and lots of good information on nutrition and an incredible personal story. All thr best Nobita!☝️😁✌
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  1598. 1. Not exactly but the closest thing to a NEET here in Philippines are called "tambay" though they aren't necessarily jobless as they may be in low-income jobs like construction work, janitor, etc. One thing is that they a complete opposite to NEETs which mostly shut themselves inside their homes as you can see "tambays" outside and more likely in urban slums. They usually hang out on some random space or in stores chitchatting or you could also see them playing basketball, in coin op internet shops, etc. The public mostly view them negatively since some are involved in some shady stuff or just straight-up troublemakers though most of them aren't necessarily like this. 2. Trust me, eating more doesn't work.
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  1599. Very interesting video, thank you
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  1600. 体系維持をしないとできんしごとだね、
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  1601. Great video!!! Thank you for being bold enough to make and share this interview!!!
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  1602. Thank you Nobita!
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  1603. Beautiful episode Thank you 🙏🏻
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  1604. 面白くて情報量が多い動画だと思います。複雑な問題ですね。今のところ、日本文化は少しだけわかりますので、助言することが難しいです。お年寄りの介護を進みながら、日本の高齢化の原因を見つめ直すことが大切なだと思いますね。もしかして、仕事と生活のバランスや子供の教育のための分業などは考慮に入れるかもしれません。
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  1605. Very interesting video my friend! Thank you! <3
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  1606. Love your videos ☺️
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  1607. Great! Thanks :)
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  1608. Really interesting perspectives
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  1609. What i and my friend noticed of most japanese is, when they talk, they have habit to not open they mouth to large? Like not want to show all their teeth, closed immediately after talking. And i saw that habit here...
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  1610. Thank you for providing a view into this...
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  1611. I love your videos Nobita. This one is very helpful and I would like to hear even more. I would also like to hear your reasons why Japan is a great country! Thank you!
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  1612. Thanks for this vid. I'm shocked that they're saying that the pay is low. Compared to my pay in the Philippines the proposed pay in Japan is a lot higher. Well there are things to consider like cost of living and other stuff though.
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  1613. This video helps a lot because i wanna go there one day after finished my education in my country
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  1614. Love your videos Nobita! Thank you and your interviewees!
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  1615. great video Nobita
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  1616. Great video! I love how you cover more serious topics in comparison to a lot of other Japan-centered channels. 👍🏾👍🏾
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  1617. Amazing video. I got emotional with it
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  1618. Very moving video! Why Nobita does not get more views is beyond me!
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  1619. This might well be one of my favorite videos from you. It was so well put together and interesting to watch. Thanks for the great content!
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  1620. Very well done. Very enlightening. Thank you. Thumbs Up!
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  1621. Nobita-San you done it again. When l wrote you and said l would love to be interviewed by you! It is because you talk about real issues. Suicide and depression is rife in this world. Everytime l comment on these videos l have a story to share and people will be thinking yeah right he is just trying to fit the narrative well if l will fit it l will comment for sure. On 31st December 2018 when l lived in Gibraltar l was in an emotionally abusive relationship my partner at the time she Gaslit me to the point l dint recognise who l was anymore this happened over 3 years. So l finally caved in and planned to kill myself. I was walking to the old town and was planning to take a taxi to the observation point and just jump from the Rock l hoped for instant death and fall would have guaranteed that. While l was walk l was planning and my sister calls me to wish me an early happy new year and this is only incase we don't get to do it at the right time. She asked me what l was doing l lied and said going home. At that moment I stopped turned around and started walking home. What made this moment so difficult was that l lost my mother to Suicide in 1997 and my neice to it in 2014 so l knew the effects and toll it has on the family. I was angry l let myself get to that mindset. On the 2nd Jan l told my boss what happened then HR they had a psychologist we could talk to. I sat with him for 16 weeks as we broke apart my entire life into a timeline. He stopped me in one of our sessions and said to me "Your life is like something you see in a movie or on TV. What l find inspiring is the fact you are here talking with me, you are not a drunk or a drug addict. You are laughing, smiling and joking always despite being bullied because of skin colour, being abandoned by your father at 1 year old, losing a mother to suicide all the while trying to prevent it happening, in 2009 your girlfriend had been murdered by an ex-boyfriend, losing a niece to suicide....Despite these tragedies you are still here working as a professional in your field. That is enough to inspire strength in anyone." That he was honoured to sit with me. Those words made me feel accomplished and proud it didn't take long for me to regain my positive feelings again. Nobita-San thank you for this l share my story so that people can understand there is a strength in us all we just have to dig deep to attain it.
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  1622. Thank you for this video.
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  1623. Thanks for the video, it's really interesting to hear how other cultures deal with these kind of subjects.
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  1624. 確かに、日本人の無関心生対策になるには、徐々にそういった知らぬ概念を教えて上げるとね。 一人を変えたら、時間が絶って段々、社会の認識も変える筈。 だから、そういったメッセージの拡散は必須。
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  1625. I’m a Sri Lankan, and I was born with natural double eyelids.
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  1626. Hello from Ireland Nobita San. Genuinely Genuinely never heard of double eyes. Gazimas.. Go raibh maith agat.
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  1627. Nobita san, I myself were so obsessed about double lid eyes👁☺️, and after 8〜10 years of using 'glue' I finally got a small surgery. (no cutting) I'm happy for my decision but I still keep them natural. Thank you for bringing up this Topic Nobita san!☺️✨🙏
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  1628. I find Asians with double eyelid surgery very uapealling. Natural looks amazing
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  1629. Nobita kun ! Thank you for your hard work during this year, looking forward to see your videos in next year as well !
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  1630. Happy new year Nobita, greetings and best wishes from Mexico, keep the great content coming!!
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  1631. Speaking as a white person, if I'm understanding the anatomy correctly, we have thinner skin, which means double eyelid but it also means aging horribly and looking like shit for most of our life. I'd echo the lady's "grass is always greener" comment and add that it might be worth appreciating one's extended youth, beauty, and anti-aging properties if one has thicker skin.
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  1632. I'm with you Nobita, the magic is in the heart and the mind. In America it seems the women go more for the boobs, I'm not a fan and find it the opposite. It's a sign that if you get in a relationship with this person, you'll have your work cut out for you. I find a strong, confident, smart girl who knows what her female super powers are and how to use them? That is my kryptonite and it has nothing to do with looks. I imagine for a small percentage this may be what gives them their confidence? but more times that not, once they start down that road they keep going like a drug addict. I've seen some turn themselves into something not human. Look at what it did to Michael Jackson--- all I'm saying.
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  1633. I thought about it for a bit. I concluded that the eyelids themselves do not matter when it comes to how cute someone is, the whole face has to be right. In very may cases this kind of surgery would in my opinion greatly improve the face. I think the confidence gained from perceiving oneself prettier outweighs all the risks and side effects of well performed surgery.
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  1634. aww 🥰 nobita ohayo I love 💕 your channel happy new year I love asian eyes are so beautiful so cute Japanese eyes are so kawaii Japanese girls are very beautiful the way they are they shouldn’t worry we love 💕 their very cute eyes
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  1635. If it significantly improves your quality of life and can accept the risks, sure get plastic surgery. Your body, your choice. However, being pushed or forced to do it is really not okay, especially for minors. Personally, I find single eyelids equally beautiful.
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  1636. いくら海外の方が一重は素敵って褒めてくれても日本から二重至上主義がなくなることはないと思います。俳優やモデルのほとんどの方が二重でコスメ動画も二重幅がある前提で作られているので。 日本では高校生のうちにバイトをして埋没(手術)する子も少なくないです
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  1637. Happy new year. You’re a good man and I really appreciate your content. May 2022 be good to you.
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  1638. Nobita, I'm amazed that you can have all these conversations with people who do this professionally & see how it's playing a necessary role in society, yet even still you tell them to their face that it's morally wrong. It's not morally wrong. Not at all. You have mentioned your Christian background before which largely delictates your opinion. One of many reasons I have come to dislike Christianity as a social influence is because of how horribly it stigmatizes good people. Especially women. Anyone who has read the teachings of Paul would know just how awful even New Testament scripture is towards women. It's disgusting. In my view, as a former Bible scholar & ministry worker myself, Christianity is more often than not the morally degenerate ideology which causes hate and suffering.
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  1639. Good job!
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  1640. Love the videos Nobita!! Its a subject that is a harsh one! Japan is a beautiful country along with its people. Most people nowadays think tooooo much! To many troubling factors to worry about. I wish they could just let their worries go and go out and just find what their searching for.. Thanks for the videos. I learn more and more from them!
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  1641. Very interesting contrast to what is going on here in the states. It is nice to see that the pandemic got young people to look at there selves objectively. The most interesting thing for me is how the parents ultimately choose if the marriage is going to happen and how the children seek approval from them.
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  1642. Japan has always been on my list of countries I wanted to visit and I admit it was in large part thanks to Chris’s videos that I decided to make it a reality in 2019. I think he shows great passion in showcasing Japan and its people. I absolutely loved my stay and have only the best memories of interacting with many kind Japanese people. Be respectful and kind and Japan will treat you with kindness too.
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  1643. This was a great video. Something I have to say about locals and foreigners, it seems to be a universal thing. There's a lot of foreigners in my country, and they all hang out together. I've had a total of two foreign people that I could actually call a friend, but one of them hung out almost entirely with other foreign people. Even when I've gone somewhere on holiday or business, people from my country seem to notice me and it's like a magnetic pull. It's entirely independent of race, also. Just a sad reality.
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  1644. hmmm I will be sincere, probably I would not be able to accept my daughter doing this... the main reason is because is family... if was a strange I can`t care less, but when is your family, the feelings is totaly different... but, My wife? NEVER! but, my daughter on my house? NEVER TOO! but if she lives alone, on her house by herself, how can I against it if is for work? maybe with some serious talk about this be able to accepet even with some issues... but like i said before, WILL BE VERY HARD TO ACCEPT my daughter doing this... not impossible, but will be hard.. but again, my WIFE? I NEVER will accept it!!
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  1645. Thanks Nobita! God bless you!
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  1646. wow! very enlightening video. ありがとうございます のびた！
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  1647. Thank you for this insight Nobita
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  1648. Your videos are always interesting and thorough! Thank you, Nobita!
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  1649. This is some good interview like all your others!
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  1650. Nobita, thank you for your many videos. It is always nice to stay relevant on what's going on outside of the US. I do wonder about something though, as I am not tech literate. Are there apps for international penpals? If so would you ever try to get sponsored by them?
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  1651. Great interview Nobita!
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  1652. Acho que esse fenomeno vai além do Japão, eu mesmo depois de vender minha empresa em 2017 para aproveitar minha vida apos os 45 anos, nem percebi e me tornei um hikikomori, não tive problemas financeiros , sou casado e tenho um filho e uma situação financeira confortavel, mas não saio de casa faz 5 anos e o pior que estou bem com isso, e evito sim contato social. Minha esposa e meu filho me chamam de preguiçoso agora, mesmo depois de trabalhar intensamente sem parar por muitos anos desde os 14 anos de idade, sem ferias nem nada. Quando parei em 2017 resolvi não fazer mais nada. ( Obs, sempre trabalhei com muito contato com pessoas, as vezes algumas centenas por dia durante os ultimos 15 anos, acho que isso realmente me cansou, resolvi evitar as pessoas e hoje estou muito feliz, cuidando da minha familia e de mim mesmo
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  1653. While understanding the concern of Japan's elderly population, the travel freeze is very harmful to tourism, economy and other health factors as well as for other generations, especially if continued for an extended time. There will always be risks in the world. We mitigate them as best we can and live life. We do not stop living from fear.
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  1654. The lady talking at 15:12 is wonderfull, what she says melts my heart ! Thanks for making us dicovering great humans who know how to help each others. It gives hope to watch so much exemplary and committed/concerned people. Thanks to all for what you do and for sharing here. o/
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  1655. Hey Nobita, pretty interesting video. Althought it left me with mixed feelings - pity and admiration. Pity is my instinctive reaction towards ppl with disability, while i admire her for standing so tall while suffering from such severe diseases. Please do pass on her, that she is an inspiration. I don't want to be conceited, but is there any way i can help with something other than kind words? I have a friend with parkinson and epilepsia and know how hard it can be at times especially for young ppl. Anyways keep up the good work, showing true Japan uncut with its many faces.
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  1656. Even Nobita san make up too 🤣 1:56
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  1657. I think makeup can really tell a person that you shouldn't rely on it. I'm not a fan of it, but sometimes it can be nice for what it can show, not what it can truly make of one's appearance overall. The fact that makeup can mess with your complexion the more you use it does says a lot to what can be wrong with that person because it can either say they're not confident in their looks or they feel everyone may look at them as some "creature" that doesn't deserve to show their face. I wish there were ways to let people like this know that looks isn't everything and that you can look pretty by trying to, not by covering it with your own beliefs or other products and even then, it shouldn't be the end-all-be-all, just be yourself or make up for it based on your personality.
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  1658. The real reason is because I'm buying all the available Asahi ^^
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  1659. good vid
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  1660. Excellent video!
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  1661. Appreciated the content Nobita. This helps me with my decisions not just for travel but also relationships. That's what I think. Thank you Nobita.
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  1662. ほんとに ありがとうございます I've not quite appreciated Connor-san the way he ought to be appreciated, but he does really pay attention and is giving his best to appreciate japanese culture. I've not really thought of it that way before. 感謝ています。
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  1663. I changed schools so the last year in high school i found new people. But however how to cope with the other 8 years were hard. I went to school every day even if I got bullied. Nintendo kept me busy and were pretty much of my childhood same goes with the Super Nintendo.
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  1664. I imagine it could have been worse for others, cuz' I had a family who loved me. I went to school and I did not get physically bullied (most usually), and I am grateful to my fate for that. Others have it much worse. However, I was very isolated, and for a kid who needs friends to feel okay, that constant feeling of being lonely for two years was painful. As an adult today I would not have been as bothered by it, but for the 12-14 year old kid I was, it was genuinely painful and depressing being forced to not have any friends at all. People are social animals, and the individual who gets isolated in the wild have much worse chance at survival, so your mental well-being will correspond to that even in the modern society. Every time I tried to make friends, they either ignored me or (in the case of the bullies themselves) verbally harassed me. No grown up or person in power were willing or capable to change my class mate's behavior towards me, so the situation remained the same. At the end of the two years, however, I reached an insight. You are alone in this world, every one of us. Life is cold and it is meaningless. That is part of it. But by realizing this, I understood the other part of life too - the beautiful part. I fully understood I should never compromise my own freedom, never change just to please others. Because there is no truth to social groups and norms, they accept or reject people on arbitrary grounds. With this insight (and after changing to another school), I was able to make friends again, but this time I only stayed with people who accepted me for who I was. You are okay just the way you are. Existing, that is, rather than what you do. There is no one in position to objecitvely judge you as a whole existing person, and the people who think they can do that are just part of the big joke that is the universe.
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  1665. Nobita from Japan. Another great video.
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  1666. Thank you very much this is full of information.
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  1667. Such a great video!!! Thank you!
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  1668. Very veryyy interesting
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  1669. I have dual citizenship as well, half japanese half indonesian and this situation really troubled me, i feel like i'm the only one who have this problem.. My father is japanese and married twice, me and my younger brother have indonesian mom, we move to indonesia since i was 6 years old, i have 2 big sisters in japan they have japanese mom, and i'm the only who born here in indonesia, and not long after before i reach 7 years old my father died.. Now i'm 28 years old age, i don't know how to contact my japanese family, i miss them so much.. It's a long story, but if someone have similiar problem, please cheer up, i am here and you are not the only one.
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  1670. Hi Nobita. All your videos are great, but this in my opinion is your most important one! Thank you.
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  1671. I love all your video. They are very educational
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  1672. え、奨学金返さないと膨れ上がるんですか...？
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  1673. I used to naively think that education being unaffordable was only a problem exclusive to developing or underdeveloped countries .. It's heartbreaking to see Japan, who's supposedly be a developed country has this problem too 😢 Not American, but I heard Biden administration has done/is doing something to ease up student loans in US. I hope Japanese government will do something similar very soon. I hope they see that taking care of their youths means taking care of the country ..
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  1674. After watching this I sooo appreciate my country's govt in Aotearoa NZ. My govt's position is a student loan is held by the govt and the student pays the govt back once they start earning more than $20,280 p/a, and the interest is 3%, and if the payments are regular or payments are above what is stipulated part of the loan is written off, I had $14,283 & $9,103 written off by my govt, and I had a $65,000. I didn't apply for the write off, it was just calculated by the govt student loan services and I was notified of the write off. That politician speaking up for the students is awesome. Thank you for sharing. I have to mention, students from rich and well off financially are not eligible and that goes without saying. Thank you Aotearoa NZ govt after watching this I am so grateful to my govt's tautoko, manaaki, awhitanga for students [me] who previously and presently attended uni, tertiary, and other learning orgs.
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  1675. Keep it up Nobita! You're doing some unbelievable reporting! You''re opening my eyes on how to fix Japan.
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  1676. Very impactful video on a very important social issue that needs to be addressed asap. Thanks Nobita!
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  1677. 未だ、過去に住んでる政治家。　返さない
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  1678. AV女優たるもの、ほっこりを持ってる働ける女優さんもいるねぇ！アンチだったら地獄になりそう・・・
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  1679. absolutely love the laugh of this man
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  1680. Awesome video Nobita san🙏🙏always cool to see xmen reintegration back into society 🙏🙏🤍❤🤍🇯🇵🤘🤘
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  1681. I really like your videos and sent you a small donation.
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  1682. よく社会復活できたね！
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  1683. Amazing video.
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  1684. This is a very good video regarding this part of Japan. Learned a lot from this, been a while since i watched a video from you so i thank you for this. 😃👍
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  1685. 1: Most likely because of Konosuba. I'm certain there's a term for it in the states, but I don't know it for certain. Some call them creatives while others want to know when they'll get a job, get married and have kids to be spoiled while mommy and daddy are working. 2: I'd suggest some more sweets, and maybe sugary drinks and sodas to get you back to a healthy weight and also to maintain a healthy blood sugar. Don't overdo it with the sugar though. Too much in the other direction isn't good either
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  1686. I can talk about India and USA. In India, you have to find a job, whether you like it or not. For the society and family, you have to work and earn. There is no concept of like/dislike. "Work is never interesting". So if you quit your job or pick a fight with co-workers, you are a misfit; you were not brought up properly. I have seen many young people slogging under peer pressure and also those who rebel are termed as vagabond. In USA, the society is individual based. No one cares what you do. But on the flip side, there is a growing misguidance and frustration among the youth here too. Losing weight could also be a result of worry or over-thinking. Please have good rest and positive thinking along with timely food,
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  1687. Thanks Nobita for bringing the REAL SUBJECTS Wait, that's for a friend ok ?...
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  1688. Great motivation for me to practice my Japanese more. I live in the country side of Japan though and these seem to be mostly city girls, I wonder if there is a difference in opinion. Great video thanks.
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  1689. Thanks for the video, man! This is why I might marry to a Japanese women in the future. We should treat people from Japan with respect.
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  1690. Thank you Nobita for another great video!
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  1691. Your truly a gods send Nobita god grant you many, many years of good health and prosperity. My friend from Japan said so many abandoned homes, so many children abandoned by working parents in orphanage settings instead of giving the child to someone not blood related to give the child a better life in our country she said. She also said if our country can open up a little there might be hope. Allow foreigners to come live there, to assimilate while saving the small prefectures from being lost, with the history and customs tied to the villages 'We Must Preserve Our Culture'. If it will help save Japan I told her I agree as long as those coming to Japan are there for restoration of the places that are being abandoned, can bring opportunities to those areas, benefit raising the birth rate and willing to make Japan their country and that includes future kids they would have. I say why not, or allow the marriage between Japanese and none-Japanese women and men, letting them come and assimilate into Japan, allow their children to be not stigmatized in the school and work force in future to help boost birth rate. Japan must do away with their tough laws against marriage between a none japanese person and a Japanese person.
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  1692. In 30 years here, encountering racism has been a rarity. Xenophobia, however, is an almost daily occurrence, though much less in Tokyo where I work than in small town Chiba where I live.
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  1693. i live in Japan now. honestly if i’m being stared at because I look different, I just simply asked them if they have a staring problem. Plain and simple
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  1694. Its a complicated issue. Discrimination does seem like a natural part of how we think. How we deal with it is what matters. Its still an issue almost everywhere
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  1695. Arigato !!
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  1696. Thank you Nobita sir for this content 👍👍
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  1697. A great point. Thank you for letting us emphatize with them and raising our awareness about the difficulties they face.
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  1698. great video !!
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  1699. Great topic and thanks for sharing Rei Kato's story , I just hope and pray for the best , for Rei Kato in life. I've known people who had or have ADHD and got along with them. You just have to know how to approach , talk and treat them. It comes from the heart, if you get what I mean.
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  1700. This is a wonderful example of how a society of slightly higher than average IQ people, can defeat themselves with trivial and superficial nonsense. I'm thankful that before this video, none of my friends in Japan ( who're much older now than Nobita ) told me about this. I blame social media and advertising, in all things they're the bane of modern man.
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  1701. Thanks nobita. Now feel a little bit more special now :)
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  1702. Hello Nobita!! Happy New Year 2022! I am a black woman and my eyelids are double. I never thought that Asian people were unattractive because they don’t have double lids. All ethnicities are unique! But I understand people wanting change from a personal perspective🤩
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  1703. Happy new year to you nobita-san
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  1704. 11:20 I really like your jokes😂😂
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  1705. Happy new year!
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  1706. 欧米人が思っている以上に日本人にとって、一重瞼はかなりのコンプレックスだと思います。 一重瞼の私からすれば「一重瞼も美しいから二重瞼にしないで！」という意見は一重瞼を持たない二重瞼の人だからこそ簡単に言えることだと感じます。実際私もかなり苦しみましたし、思春期であれば更に悩む人が多いでしょう。 アイドルの説明でもあったように、二重瞼ではない時点でオーソドックスな「可愛い・かっこいい」からは離れてしまいます。 もし手術前の方が綺麗だった、自然だったと言われても、本人からすれば二重瞼であることの方がよっぽど重要です。 私の母は高校生の頃に手術なしで自力で二重瞼にしたようですが、二重瞼の母の方がとても美しいです。
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  1707. That's interesting. I always thought that having "beady eyes" has a negative vibe to it.
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  1708. Happy New Year!
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  1709. Unfortunately there's a dark history to the double eyelid surgery which originated in the Korean War in 1960's. American military plastic surgeon, began to develop and perform the procedure while in South Korea during the war, taking part in a public relations campaign that sought to show “the American’s benevolent face to the Koreans". Eyes without the crease, medically known as the superior palpebral fold, were dubbed “slanted” and regarded as a sign of deviance which resulted in the war brides being pressurized to change them in order to look more trustworthy, compliant and acceptable. Many believe this racially loaded procedure was used to assert dominance while demonstrating America’s power over Asia as well the “malleability” of other countries.
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  1710. Thank you very much, this is very interesting. Personally I find monolids very beautiful. Double eyelids do not necessary make eyes bigger. Thank you Nobita for your hard work in 2021 and providing so many great videos to us. Have a great New Years Celebration and a great 2022! 良いお年をお迎えください!
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  1711. See you in 2022, Nobita!😃
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  1712. Happy new year🥳
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  1713. I recently found your channel. I'm so glad I found it. I really enjoy your videos!! 私がYoutubeを始めたころはまだまだ日本人でビデオを作っている人が少なく、特に英語でのび太さん？でいいのかしら、あなたのように意見をYoutubeで話す人がいませんでした。これからもビデオ楽しみにしています！
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  1714. のびたさん、ありがとうございました！情報がいっぱい、勉強になりました！私はのびたさんの意見も同じ考え方です！
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  1715. Truly amaze your content nobita san💯
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  1716. Excellent interviews to broaden the view how to observe prostitute industry in sociological aspect with meaningful explanation of existing social phenomenon in modern society. Full of exciting clash in my mind to have new ideas to understand this industry in more constructive way, not just criticising. What is sex? How do women survive in critical situation amongst a cosmopolitan city? How to help vulnerable people to have sex pleasure? The existence of prostitution are the answers to all these questions.
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  1717. Huge thanks to nobita channel, for your information, it gave to understood the problem live outside. Instead, goverment should be give these solution problem, especially in economics, education morality, future holdings for every people in country. Good luck and all the best for the further to @nobitafromjapan channel, keep forwards to serve educated information and mindfully aspects..✌👍🇯🇵
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  1718. Fantastic video.
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  1719. Really loved this video. Chris Abroad is truly an inspirational guy.
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  1720. I will always regret not visiting Japan, it is a beautiful country, with amazing people, and was on my to do list of places to visit, unfortunately life got in the way. We need more people like him to visit and interact with Japan's beautiful people.
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  1721. I'm a British guy & I love his videos on Japan, obviously I relate to his humour & banter because it's pretty typical here. And our humour is very dry, and I sometimes run into the problem of people taking me seriously & sometimes judging by the comments he gets in his video, he runs into the same problem. But yeah, the guy clearly loves the place, you can love & respect something whilst criticising it so long as that criticism comes from a good place. The criticism means you just want to see it do better & they can benefit from. IMO it's hard to improve something when you do not know what it is you can improve on. What his videos ended up doing for me is 1) help consider living in another culture 2) think more about travelling away from the typical tourist choices & recommended places 3) feel more confident to embrace the people. For me this isn't specific to Japan, though I want to visit one day, but in a couple of weeks I'm going to Vietnam, so I have spent time learning the language to help me connect with people better and through learning the language I've made friends with somebody in Saigon who I'm going to meet up with who's recommending places for me to checkout. Heck, I am not yet confident I'll be great with my Vietnamese when I'm there, but I'm gonna try anyway. For when I leave Saigon I have picked a destination that's not typical for foreign tourists, but honestly looks beautiful & offers things I want to see that people tend to go to other places for. I cannot find many travel videos for it, so it may be an underrated destination. And in fairness, when I get around to going to Japan, I would consider Tohoku, and he's made me interested in visiting Hokkaido too. I'd also want to visit Okinawa because I used to study Karate & still have a greater interest in it, so it'll be good to see the birthplace of Karate, but Chris also showed me sides to Okinawa I hasn't considered & looks like worth visiting for other reasons.
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  1722. Thanks Nobita
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  1723. Great video, Nobita! I’m attending a Japanese church online to practice my Japanese and create relationships. The Gospel Message is for everyone. You have nothing to lose to believe in something greater than yourself. I encourage people to look up “Evidence Demands a Verdict” by Josh McDowell and “Case for Christ” by Lee Strobel as well as Del Tackett and Ken Ham...at least consider their arguments. I also suggest looking up other people’s testimonies and near death experiences. God bless Japan and you, Nobita!
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  1724. wow nobita. first time i watched this channel it quite some time. you are really growing up. cool to see. thanks for the video, i was wondering this stuff about other nations. i know from yuri bezmenov you were shut as a nation to outsiders for a long time. which apoears to have served you well. multi cultural is a total nightmare. im christian, but i hope you preserve your own cultures and traditions.
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  1725. Thank you for this video. Like many others this has been my biggest question. I think this will likely be my favorite video you ever produce.
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  1726. Great video 👍🏼
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  1727. Really good video, thank you!
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  1728. Pretty interesting documentary Nobita. Im not a deeply religious person, but I was raised Roman Catholic in Canada, and I still remember parts of Our Father and Hail Mary in Italian growing up (Padre Nostro and Ave Maria) I don’t remember the French Version though.
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  1729. Thank you for this video, lighten up a lot for me.
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  1730. Nice vid Nobita ,great job
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  1731. Very informative Nobita! Keep uploading good videos.🤗
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  1732. Married a Japanese woman 15 years ago. We live in the states. She often returns to Japan while I stay home. My hunch is that she cheats when returning to her country. Frankly, it has no impact on our marriage for three reasons. First, she never shares what she did while away. She comes back very happy and content. We have a good marriage even though I’m much older.
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  1733. In order for someone to be a Hikikomori, there needs to be an enabler. The simplest example are parents. Someone is allowing them to wallow is self-pity. Because someone is still paying for them and feeding them when they behave so badly. If I tried that, my Dad would drag me out of the house, and my Mom would stop feeding me. That's because they are GOOD Parents. Granted, Prevention is easier than fixing the problem. The problem is MOST OFTEN because the Parent's were bad parents in the first place and didn't teach and communicate enough with the kid for them to act this way. In America I've seen video's of people whose excuse for being a Hikikomori is because of their bad health. Often Obesity. Well, its REALLY hard for someone to be Obese NEET unless someone is paying for them and feeding them.
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  1734. For me, I think women are beautiful without makeup on. I am fine, however, with women who only ware only a light amount of makeup, since they would still look somewhat natural. If the makeup is too heavy, and/or too noticeable, I tend not to find them attractive, as they look like clowns. The same goes for cosmetics. If a woman has long/extra long false eyelashes and/or long/extra long false nails, I also tend not to find them attractive, due to the weird muppet look. However, if they are only short nail/eyelash extensions, or if they still look musty natural, then they are fine with me. This is just my opinion. It is fine if you disagree with me.
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  1735. I think the West also has this same exact problem, mainly caused by social media.
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  1736. I appreciate how much you cover important topics
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  1737. Very interesting! Especially if you look at "the west" steering in the exact same direction.
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  1738. Good job Nobita SAAANNNN!!! She is a very strong person for enduring such hardneship. Here in Brazil she would be very praised for her beauty and interest in sex. An affectuous hug from BRazil from me to you and for this lovely girl.
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  1739. I love this video thank you
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  1740. Excellent video, and much needed. Btw happy new year Nobita!
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  1741. I love your series. Good deal 👍
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  1742. ウクライナからこんにちは！ 爆撃の下で今あなたの魅力的なビデオを見ています。 とても興味深い。
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  1743. Some tried, but I knew how to stand up for myself. Something I've found is that in a lot of situations it's how you carry yourself in response to bullying that determines how bullies will react. Sadly this isn't guaranteed for every situation because there are multiple levels of bullying. Heavier cases will always happen. In situations like those it's important that you have people to fall back on to.
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  1744. Great video Nobita. I’m hafu myself and I’m waiting to move to Japan to be an ALT when the pandemic gets better. It is nice to know what to expect when I get to move.
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  1745. Thank you for your insightful information Nobita. Each country has their own customs .and thing I like about Japan is that is was never invaded. Over here what the continent is called the america's, named by terrorists, the customs were changed by force. What people think is what is the culture here is not. The truth is because this continent and near by islands were invaded is why there are so many problems today. There would be no world wars, no global warming, clean air, clean water, clean food, no pandemic, etc. There is a big lie that humans have gone to the moon. The main thing is that all humans care for this planet. Personally I like Japanese culture, and I probably could have married a Japanese lady who was born or grew up here since several Japanese ladies liked me. Since those people live in Japan, the more they practice Japanese the faster they will learn it. I need to learn my language first before I would learn Japanese, and I know that I would learn it fast because I like Japan and the culture.
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  1746. An interesting topic ! Good video
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  1747. thanks for the video! i was thinking about how this would probably happen the other day...sad
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  1748. Maoさんがおっしゃる通りだと思います。元々、結婚するべきで無いカップルがこの期に気付いただけだと。やっぱり愛情や思いやりが無くては。条件結婚では、二人の絆を紡いでいくのは難しかと。
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  1749. Excelent video as always!.
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  1750. great video
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  1751. great video! i just found your channel and i really like your content, and i hope you continue to make great videos.
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  1752. I learn a lot about Japan through your videos, Nobita. Thank you!
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  1753. Nobita, you are an amazing film maker. You highlight very important issues and you do it so well.
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  1754. This is great content. Keep up the good work
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  1755. Very informative video.
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  1756. i recommend drinking milk a lot, unless you're lactose intolerant. just drink 2-3 glasses throughout the day in addition to you normal food routine. you can also replace drinking water with milk if that helps
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  1757.  @ameame32  For common Japenese people. NEET is for those who don't work or do anything productive (in between/transitioning between jobs or job searching included). Freeters is for those who are not full-time employees of any company. Not sure what is taught in schools or official definition but that is how those words are understood for normie J ppl. Running a online Business or something creative where you work on it almost full-time and get paid enough to live off of aren't really NEETs.
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  1758.  @ameame32  Huh? If those NEETs are making money, it means they are working, which means those people are not NEETs. Making money means doing something that is worth something to someone where they are willing to give you money for it. aka Partaking in society. Real NEETs are simply leeches, never giving back.
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  1759. The welfare "parasite" is known here as well. Though where I live, nw europe, welfare for the disabled, elderly, unemployment, isn't necessarily seen as a disgrace. We have a more progressive attitude towards life and mind. What people have problems with here is that we have a lot of foreign workers who slouch off money to families in their home countries! Regarding the weight issue, excluding any serious health issues, the solution is eating more and weightlifting!
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  1760. I'm not health advisor but weight training and foods with high carbs like bread and pasta may help
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  1761. 1. Yes. Treatment depends on their gender. Girls are treated ok. Boys are treated as failures. 2. McDonalds, KFC, Burger King, basically high calorie foods. But please work out as well. Otherwise Nobita-san will turn into Nobuta-san. 😝
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  1762. Thank you for making this kind of content!!!
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  1763. NEET = New Entrepreneurs Enduring Trials?
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  1764. Just eat a bunch of junk food like I do. :v
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  1765. Wonderful video. Very insightful and love that you’re providing very interesting topics.
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  1766. Love your content nobita. This is worth everyone's time. We can learn so much from this.
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  1767. good video as always, keep up the good work
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  1768. Is racism still prevalent in Japan?* 'Is' instead of 'does' is grammatically correct here ;)
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  1769. I live in Japan. I recently experienced racism and sexism all in one: at a place that caters to foreigners. The more "globalized" a place is the more racist they are towards people like me, since I'm not white. The problem with many westerners in Japan, especially white men, is they think they're superior to the rest of the world, so they say it's racism, for example, that Japanese laws apply to them (remember that French idiot that went on a hunger strike?); they say it's racism when they're treated like everyone else and expected to behave like everyone else, since in their countries they get away with sooo much. These people also say the Japanese are racist for not doing what they tell the Japanese to do - they do the same back in their countries, though, calling everyone who disagrees with them racist. Japan is NOT racist for having its own culture, for not opening its borders to mass immigration, for not giving everyone citizenship, for not calling foreigners Japanese. I dislike so many things about Japan, but I am soooo grateful that I can experience the safety found here. If Japan jumps on the diversity bandwagon, say good bye to leaving your bag unattended and learn to run from criminals trying to kill you.
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  1770. Very nice video Nobita 👏🏻 That psychological condition is bad stuff indeed. I would severely punish those little pieces of sxxx bullying other children. They deserve to be beaten til they say sorry.
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  1771. Nobita san, Thankyou for your excelllent efforts and equally excellent results. I wish you and yours a Happy, safe and healthy new year.
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  1772. Happy new year and I hope you and your family well wishes.
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  1773. Great topic to discuss. Thanks dude!
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  1774. Fascinating topic, fascinating video!
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  1775. 僕はそう言う話が好きじゃない。何故って言うのは色んなところが問題だらけだ・・ 騙されている人たちがあんなに変な契約書作ってや女性騙されて、もちろん逮捕すべきだと思うですが・・逆な立場も考えるべき。 ポイントは「自分自身を守る事が一番大事だ」。 （契約書を破ることも「あり」だと思うけど、そこが疑うべきです。でも、「契約書が守りすぎて」っておかしいな点だ・・）
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  1776. I hope everyone stays safe!!
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  1777. Really I agree with everything you said you come to a foreign land you need to understand the people and have respect for that people and the country that you're in I wish more people understood that but they don't realize anything I only hope when I come to Japan for vacation I hope I have enough sense and enough honor to be respectful and I know I will thank you for making this video
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  1778. HI Nobita, just ignore those critics and just feel free to speak your mind regarding your country and your home. As the saying goes, "Do as Romans do when you're in Rome" and I would like to express my thanks to you on your previous video on "3 types of foreigners I don't like in Japan". This video gave me a better understanding of your culture and how we can further improve our human to human relationship despite of cultural difference. !!!!
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  1779. 1. In france, I've never heard the word "NEET" 2. I don't know sorry :/
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  1780. Neet is basically d new millennials who should be recognise a new breed of creative/free style employees. Look at goggle n air Asia's employees how they soar.
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  1781. Very interesting topic, I added suggest, Hope you @NobitaFromJapan should interview on topics Being Islam or Muslim in japan, At least in this month of Ramadhan I congrate all of you guys #Ramadan_Mubarak everyone😊 May Peace Mercy and Blessings of Almighty God be upon all of you guys, Friend, Brotherhood, Siblings, Bonds accross the world as Brotherhood in Humanity
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  1782. Another great video. Thank you!
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  1783. I'm western, ive had several ex's from abroad , they can look good both ways, but I agree, double eyelids look better most the time
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  1784. ちょっと、その子は今、めっちゃ有村香澄に見えるけどね。 もっと可愛くなりたいから二重にするかどうかは本人の選択。 他人は首を突っ込むべからず！ でも、手術をするのも毎回リスクを齎すのも備忘
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  1785. I like the video but sorry, I cannot understand your english and halfway through the video the "CC" function did not work?
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  1786. Youre thinking about the bulking and cutting cycle right？To gain weight you have to eat more and to lose it eat less, exercise is a must but so is diet. So for me this would mean lifting weights a lot and eating a lot of protein which is surprisingly harder than eating less. But you know Seth right? I:m sure he:s still working and living in Tokyo, he:s a bit of a wanker but he:s still better at this stuff than I ever was.
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  1787. 1.- Here, in the Spanish language, we don't have a "NEET" official definition (The Spanish Royal Academy is the main authority of the Spanish Language so they get the last word on how to use words in the Spanish Language) but each nation, I think, have their own way to refer to those who don't work BUT I don't think those words would fit into what the NEET current terminology is being used by the ones in your video. 2.- You can do exercise (gain body weight through muscles) and you can improve your eating habits, a bit more carbohydrates will help you.
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