Comments by "Jordan, inside-outsider in Japan" (@Jordan-inJapan) on "Will this plan to revitalize a Japanese tea town work?" video.

That was fantastic, Greg. Really interesting content-wise, and visually gorgeous as well. Actually, I’m watching this video now from a town in the mountains of Mie Prefecture that looks quite a bit like Wazuka. And this region shares a similar situation as well, dealing with an aging population and trying to reinvent themselves for economic survival. (Well, here it’s the forest industry and small-scale farming at the center of this transformation instead of tea.) And the deer and boar situation, too! I think that Wazuka should definitely look into hunting and serving wild game at a local restaurant. It’s actually become a regional tourism draw here. And… I think they probably will need a brewery as well. 😆 As it’s a long-term dream of mine, it’s actually temping to head down there and try opening one myself…it certainly looks like a beautiful area to live!🍻
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@JHaven-lg7lj Yeah, making it fit with the local character would be really important. Doing something like that has actually been one of my dreams for the last few years. I’ve been honing my home-brew skills, trying to make connections with brewers, etc, but it does involve a sizable financial investment, so I’m taking it slow and carefully. Current plan: 1. build up a YouTube channel/community of beer + Japan interested people. 2. Start a crowdfunding campaign… wish me luck! 😆
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@missplainjane3905 Internet speeds are basically fast anywhere in Japan, unless you’re somewhere REALLY isolated. The only time I’ve had issues was when I was camping in the mountains.
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