**NOTIFICATION SQUAD** Last several months have been hectic as I had had to travel all over Japan and I could not film videos at all, but here I am back again with some truly useful Japanese language and cultural techniques that you will want to use when you come to Japan. Ryotaro's Shopping channel is also back with Denim Kimono. It is unbeliebably easy to wear and it was somthing wanted but never thought existed. Hope you like it, too!
Thanks for promoting that denim kimono, I've been wearing mine for a week now looking like a proper weirdo in my home town of Turku, Finland (on average, people don't really have a clue about traditional japanese garbs here). People stare, but often compliment it, so a huge success in my books. Now I'm sad it was only a limited run. Today an army conscript came to me at the bus stop and said "really cool outfit, looks like you are some kind of star knowledge sage person".
Fun video. I was surprised that you didn’t also mention that a man may adopt another man as a substitute for getting married, since gay marriage is not legal in Japan. I was told by someone who would know that it is surprisingly common. Of course the reasons you mentioned about heirs and inheritance are also common, and perhaps more widely talked about.
What a fun video! I chuckled so much. I'm obsessed with the denim kimonos -- I love the design! I hope it does super well so they'll become a regular item in the future!!!
What surprised me was that most Japanese crane and arcade games in general are actually rather fair and winnable. There are definitely types of arcade games with prizes that I avoid but there are a few that I can't help but play if the prize is something I'd really enjoy and appreciate. I think I'd take Connor and Meilyne to school with the number and quality of prizes in one of Connor's crane game competitions. Cuz yeah, currently in Japan for an ALT gig and a place that's close-by seems to updated the prizes at least weekly,
Rytaro, I always love to watch your videos. I look forward to the next one you make. This one was very interesting, especially about dating and the weirdness. For the evacuation thing, I was surprised you didn't put Godzilla in the mix. Not making fun, though I am suprised you have to worry about volcanoes.
The reverse parking thing raises an interesting question: Why is it only Japanese cars that have the feature of auto braking if you're reversing and the rear parking sensors detect something coming towards you from the side? It was on my last Lexus but I'm not aware of it on any other car. I also think everyone should just reverse park, but I might be biased - it's virtually impossible to forward park my car straight (unless you have a long run-up) and the boot is in the front anyway 😄
Weird question, I had stomach surgery, and as a result I cannot eat a lot and I can no longer consume alcohol of any kind. Would this be a problem in Japan? I had a gastric bypass done.
That everything talks! Escalators will talk Elevators announce whether they are going up or down, that the doors are opening and the floor Every supermarket, convenience store or shop has constant music playing (looking at you donki) I once encountered a drink vending machine that said “thank you “ to me in English
Uh, my surprise was that they switch the sexes allowed in certain parts of some onsen each day. They noted it with flags in kanji and that was a rough way to learn man and woman in proper japanese.
I know Chris once said (when asked about getting a "Ryotaro: the movie") that Ryotaro didn't really have a story to tell but I think he's way off base! He left Japan when he was 15 for 11 years! There's definitely a story to get into!
"What is that man doing? Nobody knows" *Top ten questions scientists still can't answer.* I didn't know about the reverse parking bit, but it makes perfect sense now knowing the context. If there's a tsunami on its way or there's falling volcanic rocks or lava flow, you gotta bolt! Apparently, Japanese adult adoption began during the 13th century by Buddhists a part of Shin Buddhism, a school of Pure Land Buddhism (about achieving rebirth in a Buddha's pure land) which was founded in Japan, but it was then widely used during the Tokugawa shogunate/Edo period with the Samurai as you mentioned.
While a small thing but everyone parking in reverse actually surprised me, and is totally something I never would've picked up until seeing it up close in Japan. Also let me tell you, I love your style more and more, these videos have so much humour and character in them. Not even Chris' videos have this kind of unique flavour. Keep them up! (Also I'm convinced you secretly lived in Chris' studio the past two months he's been gone lmao)
It's the same with noodles here in the DPRK. The DPRK has a cold climate, so buckwheat thrives here and is used to make our famous naengmyeon or cold noodles. Pyongyang naengmyeon in particular is considered a national dish as well as a symbol of peace as it was eaten during a DMZ summit between me and former ROK president Moon Jae-in in April 2018. Naengmyeon isn't spicy, but in the south, they add red chili paste mixed with the broth to make it that way. We also add potatoes because potatoes were promoted as an easy crop to grow with many uses by my father during the famine in the 90s. We even did a whole song dedicated to the potato called Potato Pride (seriously, look it up).
Dear general Kim. I'm honored to learn something new about DPRK every time I release a video from the general himself. BTW Pyongyang naengmyeon is quite popular in Japan as well.
I just got back from Japan and I was surprised by the amount of jobs there are. They had like ten people at the airport who's job is to hold a sign pointing to the immigration line, they have a lot of old guys who's job is to stand in parking lot entrances and wave cars through, Kokugikan had a bunch of people who's job was to hold signs telling people to "eat in silence". Every construction crew had a lookout on the sidewalk, every business has a barker, and Akihabara is mostly populated by girls dressed as maids trying to get you to go to a maid cafe. I can't imagine how bored these people must get and how sore their legs are from standing around all day.
Great parking tip. I will start immediately on improving my reverse parking skills. And I know now not to challenge anyone from Japan to a Reverse Parking competition.
The adult adoption was definitely the most surprising, but the noodle fact will definitely be the most useful. I love soba AND udon, so I want to get them from the best places!
The salt thing is pretty common here in latin countries. It's a fairly regular (and funny) occurrence on the sports news when a football team leaves salt below the goalposts.
There's superstitions about salt warding off evil spirits in the UK, too. And if you accidentally spill salt you have to throw some over your left shoulder to avoid bad luck. In ancient Mesopotamia it was flour instead of salt. I like the bit about everyone parking in reverse. It makes a huge amount of sense. I'm just amazed everybody actually follows the advice.
It is illegal not to park in reverse. Also if you don't pump your brakes three times when slowing down, you will fail your driving test! This happened to me 🥺
I think that he is taking care of his place until Chris is back from his world tour. giving him all the time to prepare and demand payment for his service. (just his soul will be enough)
For anyone curious, the large statue-facade at 11:58 is representative of a dogū (土偶). They're small humanoid and animal figurines made during the later part of the Jōmon period (14,000-400 BC) of prehistoric Japan, one of which was found in Tsugaru, Aomori! :)
Previously I had heard that reverse parking was to make leaving safer for drivers and pedestrians. What surprised me was it also made "Running for the hills" faster. Thanks Ryotaro.
Love the last story with municipalities! I think the coolest idea was to manufacture that huge pot and prepare your local dish using an excavator. That is so dope! 😆
This video was nice! Calm, fun and informative.. also watching u going out and eating is also something we would love to watch ^^, And what surprised me the most? That Chris didnt stick his head in the video when u used the studio xD
"And remember: It's not the Japanese people that are weird, it's just the local governments." Honestly, I think that applies to most of the world, not just Japan.
Brilliant! Actually learned unique cultural phenomenon I've never heard before. Unlike Chris' channel where he'll introduce you to Yakitori and driving on left hand side of the street... wow, how exotic 😂
My mind is blown by the Furusato Sousei information. It explains so much. It’s interesting to see how each local government spent the money. This might be my favorite Ryotoro video. Thank you!
Another video I saw said that a lot of gay couples, since they can't be married, will have one adopt the other because it's the only way legally they can be viewed as family
Yeeeeeep it's insane Japan is about to host a G7 summit as well. Only G7 nation to not recognize it. No idea why they are allowed to get away with such basic human rights abuses.
I mostly park in reverse in America but people think you're driving past the spot in order to do it. Also getting yelled at in the izakaya is great!!! So Japanese
Number Zero: Spaniards beat Samurais. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-W4R0kyk9c7o.html&ab_channel=SCINTILLAMDEI A conquistador refutes the "Metatron"'s video on Samurais VS Spaniards
it makes me immensely happy when I enter a Japanese Izakaya or Ramen Shop and the owner welcomes the crap out of me. Sure, they startle me, but I DO feel welcome.
This reminds me of Family guy : Irrashaimase, Hajimemashite... here comes the black guy! - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gIQ-ABY-raI.html
There are a few Japanese branches of restaurants here in my area, and they all do shout irashamase. In the Gyu-Kaku in NYC, every staff member shouts at you! Usually its just when you come in but this was as you were walking into each area by the wait staff! I kind of like it. It’s acknowledgement that you are there. Instead of sneakily seating you in a big booth and no one ever sees you in America!
I expected Chris to rise up from behind the counter and accuse you of lèse-majesté, usurping HIS ramen bar for your nefarious purposes such as kimono commercials
Hi Ryotaro, the Bhudda taught 8 truths. As a person from the East, you should the number 8. BTW, you said, "...when you are watching a documentary aobut Japan...". You know, I have to work and don't have a trust fund to spend leisure time watching programs about Japan.
When he explained body language, I was hoping he would cover the mysterious "jibun no oshiri pen-pen", or "self butt spank". Alas, he did not, so I am still perplexed. The person making this gesture will turn their back and slap their own butt. They may or may not bend over, and sometimes may expose said butt. It is always in the context of a fight or chase. That makes me think it's some kind of challenge, like a "come at me, bro". But, why the butt? I first saw it in Kurosawa's "The Seven Samurai". I have also seen it in anime, such as Dragon Ball and Doraemon.
I went to Japan earlier this year and stayed in Nagano for a few nights, had the awesome experience of making Soba Noodles at my Ryokan and it was so much fun, they were delicious! Much love from Arizona 💜💜
Pretty cool... pretty cool! I don't recall being yelled at or about in Japan, however there were some strange things, but whenever I leave my back yard I encounter strange things I can't explain that others do. 😉🌹🌸❤👍
Hey Ryotaro, since you know someone that makes Kimono out of Denim, might you know where I can get relatively inexpensive Hapi coats made that would ship to Canada in larger sizes? I've been wanting one for some time but it's hard to find ones that ship here without paying over $300 or having to buy in bulk.
In the US, we generally don't have "local" foods, as everything is so loaded with preservatives it could be shipped around the world twenty times (by slow boat) without going bad. I wish the Japanese toilet industry could market affordable washlets here. It would have saved my wife from some very painful uterine tract infections. I like having a clean butt, too.
Reverse parking is the best for straight stalls. You don't have to worry about turing around to look for folks. I prefer parking that way, unless of course the parking is angled.....where reverse parking is forbidden.
