Being A Gay Couple In Japan (ft. TabiEats) | THE VOICELESS #9 

I choked up a little when Satoshi said he still didn't have much relationship with his parents. That he stopped trying to talk to them about it because they were old and he didn't want to stress them. My heart broke for him.

I stumbled on this video and am so glad that I did. I went to work for a Japanese company in 1973 and met my Japanese partner in 1976. It was always difficult trying to avoid being paired off with Japanese girls by my Japanese bosses and it was always tricky renting a flat. We had lots of gainjin friends in Tokyo and the next 21 years in japan were probably the best years of my life. We both came back to UK in 1997 and have settled back here very well and still see lots of out friends from Tokyo who have also returned to UK. We’ve been together now for 43 years and have had a great and exciting life.

For these who didn’t realize they were a couple. Japanese people aren’t that into PDA. Affection is really for the home/ private. Even though he grow up in Hawaii, he very much grew up in a Japanese household.

Satoshi is boyfriend goals. Not giving up on love and breaking up is not an option. Though his story is sad, he still manages to love and live life. I love this two!

“As soon as I saw there was nothing between her legs I decided to pack up and go home” BAHAHAH I love this guy

"All we want is to love and be loved." Exactly.

I really loved Satoshi's message at the end. Sometimes even taking a single step is a scary experience, but taking half or a portion of a step is important in order to create the change or acceptance you want for the people you love in your life

I like how they portrayed a mature couple and not a young one.

This was kind of beautiful. Informative, sad in some parts, honest and very interesting. The interviewer was also very good.

My daughter and myself were in the car waiting at a stoplight when she said, "Mama, I don't think I've ever been straight." I thanked her for trusting me and told her as best as I could how much I love her unconditionally when she said, "That's good to know, but I don't think I've ever been straight on this road. We always turn here." Thank you for your brutal truth and bravery. I follow you guys, I love you even more!🙏🏼❤️😘

thanks to asianboss for your kindness and to the couple for your courage.

My husband and I met Satoshi and Shinichi on our first trip to Japan. We absolutely loved these guys. They're so lovely, humble and so fun to be with. One of our best times to have in Japan.

I follow them! Didn’t even realize they were a gay couple. They make great food! So happy there is much more acceptance now. 1000% gay haha. Wow that’s some coming out story haha!!

Way to go Shinichi and Satoshi. As a transgender actress/musician here in Tokyo as well, I’m really proud of you both.

Thank you to Shinichi, Satoshi, and Hiroko for doing this brave and honest interview. Shinichi and Satoshi are a wonderful couple! Sending lots of hugs and support to Shinichi and Satoshi, and hoping for better acceptance for the LGBTQ community there.

Satoshi, Shinichi... You guys are such kind, hard working, inspirational amazing people

OH MY GOD TABIEATS!!!!!!!!! My two favorite channels have surprised me with a collaboration. I’m living!

11:07 broke my heart. As a heterosexual male, I can't think of not loving my child, because of who he/she/they/etc loves and identifies with. I am literally in tears. Santoshi is such a gent.

"I run a RU-vid channel called TabiEats". This video will have to wait a few hours- I have a RU-vid channel to go binge.

The saddest moment is not you being not accepted by community but you been rejected by your own family. I will never disown my children

Been a fan of their TabiEats channel for quite some time. I knew that they were a gay couple because Shinichi had stated it from a viewers question during one of their livestreams. Thank you for being so open and honest with this interview. And thank you Asian Boss. Lots of love, support, and respect to you, Shinichi and Satoshi. 💟

As an south east asian myself im planning to come out when im financially stable lol i already know i will get disowned 😅

The way that they look at each other~ 😭❤ Those 17 years together are almost tangible with the way they smile when their partner is talking.

I want to hug Satoshi, he’s such a sweetheart and hopeless romantic. I wish both of them endless happiness.

OMG I didn't even realize that TabiEats were a gay couple! wooow

I wanted to cry when Satoshi said his relationship with his parents is the way it is. My daughter came out 2 yrs ago she was afraid of my reaction. I told her she's my baby and I will support her. I also have her the don't bring home a bum speech, as long as they respect care and love you for who you are.

This is such a wholesome story. Nothing beats living your truth. 🌈

its cool that the guy with glasses is so amused by his partner's sex stories instead of being like, weirded out and insecure. there are people like that lmao

Their childhood photos are legendary

When I was living in Japan a few years ago, I got the feeling that Japanese people, in general, were ok with lgbtq people on tv, or even in their workplace or like in society. But if it would be their own son/daughter or other family member then it would instantly get a lot more difficult to accept. They're slowly getting more tolerant though.

What a beautiful interview. It was sensitive, kind and honest - in every way, great human beings.

Satoshi is always so kind and considerate in his manner and speech. To respect and love his parents enough to not discuss something that he feels so strongly within himself with them, so that it doesn’t distress or upset them overwhelmingly, is a beautiful thing...and also something he will have to keep with him all his life (long after his parents are gone from this earth...) Such a good, gentle, loving man...(Shinichi couldn’t have chosen better...)

Although I'm not gay, this video bring tears to my eyes. I can feel how hard they struggle with their life. 😥 Good job Asian Boss. Your work I consider to be a "Social Engineering".

I just love both these men. They are so beautiful, and they have some precious spirits. Holding them both close to my heart! Thank you for being out on behalf of all those in Japan who simply can't at this time.

I'm so pleased you interviewed tabieats, I love their channel and its so important to hear lgbt+ voices from different cultures. They should be so proud of themselves and my heart goes out to them

not proud to admit, but i've read so much BL (boy's love) mangas that im starting to normalize malexmale in japan specifically. after watching this, i snapped out of it and now im aware that those stories i fangirl over so much are merely fiction.. and most of the time it's nothing like real life. LGBT is probably not all sparkly and flowery in a conservative country like i imagined. best of luck from a naive 17 yr old girl to those two!💗

You're such a lovely person Satoshi. I hope your parents realize how precious you are. Stay strong and know that all of us love you, both you and Shinichi. Have a great life you both deserve it.

Satoshi’s message got a tear out of me. Asian Boss, this was really great, insightful interview! I love TabiEats and this was a whole new light to see them in. Thank you for sharing this content!

Now I feel I understand better why Satoshi is so gentle and thoughtful with his words, especially with anything near criticism. I hope he is able to find peace with his parents.

Omg! That was so emotional, I could feel Satoshi's pain. I started crying when he said it took 30 years for him to come out to his parents and to this day they still don't accept him. That was so sad. I know he is happy with you Shinichi and I am so happy to hear you two have been together so long. I hope you will always be together till the end of time. ❤💕 love watching you both.

17​ years?? That's true love right there ❤️ see guys? True love does exist ( with the right one ofc).

It's so refreshing to see an Asian gay couple. It's nice to feel represented for once.

Good to see older gay men telling their stories.

People should not be so judgemental, yes times are getting better. When I was young my father explained to me that there is all types of people in the world, so I never judged anyone no matter how different one is. Love you guys and wish the best for you two.

I've been watching TabiEats for a few years now and they're one of the best food channels for me. They're interactive, sweet and very open to new foods and if they don't like something, they state why but don't diss it or spit it out. Very very classy couple. I wish them all the best as always!

I adore this couple and find them two of the sweetest people. Satoshi's gentle spirit shines through, and Shinichi strikes me as creative, artistic and open. I am a huge fan of their work. Thank you for this interview.

I am so glad he never wanted you to break up with him. Every video I have watched, of the 2 of u b4 this, he is so darling. No one is perfect. Thats what I love about relationships. Love each other and be there through our faults and mistakes. Together a team

Thank you! It was really neat to see Satoshi and Shinichi open up to share their personal lives. I have been a long time viewer of their RU-vid videos and aside from a few serious VLOG's, most of the content is lighthearted. I was most pleasantly surprised with Satoshi though. He rarely talks about himself and to see him speak so very eloquently in Japanese was refreshing. (Most videos has him speaking in somewhat broken English.)

Shinichi and Satoshi are two of the most genuine and kind-hearted youtubers. Love you guys ❤️

It took me ages to realize they are a couple. I love watching them. I just never had a reason to wonder or be curious - but I think one show I saw one feeding the other a bite of food, and I was just like "oh!" - and that was pretty much the beginning and the end of my thinking of it. I couldn't care less. I adore them both.

I was so sad when he talked about suicide. Glad it didn’t work and that IT GOT BETTER!

I find Satoshi really good looking and intelligent.

Being a gay couple takes a lot of courage due to the open discrimination they will have to endure.

I've been watching TabiEats for a few years. I love them both and I'm so glad you featured them! Satoshi had me crying, he is such a sweet guy!!

Thank you Hiroko San, for spending time with Shinichi and Satoshi. For taking the time to get to know the guys. Thank you Shinichi and Satoshi for being transparent and sharing your lives with us. I honestly did not want this interview to end! ♥️ Know that you boys are loved and supported by many. I for one, am truly blessed to call you both my friends.

It seem like Shinichi was just into looks. Satoshi is a handsome guy. The way Shinichi said I never thought I would be with him because I did not find him attractive was sad. He would have missed out on a great guy because he was being shallow.

I didn’t know about Tabieats. They just gained a new subscriber. I love traveling and learning about different foods. Im also a firm believer in supporting my community. Congratulations to Shinichi and Satochi on their 17 years together. As a gay man about to celebrate a 28 year relationship/marriage, I can relate to the many hardships in keeping it together and making it work. Thanks to the Asian Boss crew for always having such outstanding topics to report about and for Stephen Park. He is definitely some delicious eye candy.

First, I found your Tabieats RU-vid and became an instance fan. I love the way you review the food so fresh, honest and true. Then I found this video. You guys are so sweet and open. Your brutal honesty about your journey is an eye opener. You're been together about/ almost 20 years and still look very young. May you have continued success ❤

I've been subscribed to their channel for around a year and a half now, and have enjoyed a bunch of the content they share. I didn't even bother to think that these two gentlemen were gay. Regardless of their sexual orientation, I think they're bright, have great personalities, and I enjoy learning from them. The fact that they're gay just means that they've faced certain hardships that I will never understand. And to be strong despite those hardships-that's admirable, and I hope they know that they are great role models for the LGBTQ community.

“Half a step is a step...” he’d make a great coach. Safety is key to coming out.

I Love These Guys! I'm so proud that they are willing to be open and share themselves. I think their channel is awesome and I really respect their work.

Satoshi, Shinichi, you're both so amazing. I watch all of your videos on TabiEats (and Shinichi's world) and I was already a big fan prior to seeing this, but this was really so special to hear you both speak on such a personal level. Really moving. Thank you both for being who are. You truly inspire others and make the world a better place

This is a very good piece! And quite important! Many western teenagers actually think of Japan as being very open to LGBT+ because of the manga/anime material they consume online, but the reality is quite different. Hope Asian Boss covers this topic more, I will watch it

I love this couple and I’ve enjoyed their channel for many years. I never knew the silent struggle Satoshi had and I’m glad he was honest about it. Not everyone has a smooth coming out story and I think that his advice at the end of the video was very profound.

I've been watching them for no less than two years and it only occurred to me a few months ago that they might just be a couple. Appreciate what they do even more now!

Satoshi's message at the end is so important! You know we love you two and support you 100%!

Omg I love that they’re together! I’ve always had my speculations. So happy for you two! I’m already a fan of you both, this just solidified my fandom!!

This made me so emotional 😭 I love their YT channel and they’re the kindest and loveliest people here on RU-vid. I wish them all the best

Oh God *this was so dark!* Something you do not expect when watching a channel with a couple of cute uncles making a salad with a jar of mayo and pasta o trying dollar store kitchen tools from Daiso. Bear hugs to everyone!

Shinichi and Satoshi are two of the most genuine, kind-hearted people! I hope more Japanese people and those globally who support recognising and embracing the LGBTQIA+ community as fellow human beings who have every right to be their authentic selves (and live authentically) without fear of societal backlash, stand up for greater LGBTQIA+ acceptance. I sure as hell do. Thank you both for being wonderful ambassadors (in addition to exceptional creators). :)

I really get what Shinichi means about Japanese people talking about deep issues with friends and discussing things they don't like with a couple people, but then not really speaking up in public, as I've talked to all of my Japanese friends about such topics but they always do some gestures like "don't say this too loud" or "don't tell anyone". I know everyone in Japan isn't like that, but as long as most people in Japan still perceive having an opinion as something that shouldn't be shared openly, it'll be hard to change anything.

I'm absolutely addicted to the Tabieats channel and I LOVE these guys, what an excellent, brave and heartbreaking interview, Very Well done Asian Boss!!!

Satoshi's message at the end almost made me cry its so moving :'

I must say, Hiroko is really great. She's such a kind and respectful interviewer, especially when dealing with difficult subjects or marginalized people. And she's kinda cute too ;)

Wow my friends. I love them. So great to hear them share their story. This is probably the most open ive seen Satoshi be on camera. This was great. Love you guys、 great job.

These two guys are legends, I love them so much. I hope they are still happy and healthy, and I wish them all the best.☺️

You guys should add Japanese subtitle for the English parts. How are japanese supposed to understand the message if it’s all in English?

This video brought tears to my eyes so many times. I've been following TabiEats for over a year now and they are such nice people ❤

I follow TabiEats for around 4 years and it's great to see them in this honest interview, where topics like suicide oder how parents won't accept it got spoken out. And how things can turn around, like Shinichis mother. But it broke my heart so see Satoshi talk about his parents, it was the first time for me to hear his story even I knew some parts. I truly wish they will stay happy together, or fight for the relationship when it gets difficult. They are just amazing, lovely, funny, strong, inspiring... must watch on YT

I love their channel and I didn’t know this video existed but I loved watching the interview!! Hiroko is an amazing reporter, I always enjoy her interviews. She approaches the topic with such openness and sensitivity. I feel that a lot of people would be comfortable speaking with her ❤️

Honest, charming couple. Sending my well wishes to you both. Thanks for sharing your story! I lived in Japan 15 years ago; curious to go back and see how the gay scene has evolved.

Such an interesting and informative (if at times depressing) interview. I love TabiEats. I can't imagine not coming out till after 30. I came out to my parents as both bi and trans in my teens, although it took them 12 years (until I was almost 30 myself) before they started showing any sign of acceptance of my gender identity. My heart goes out to Satoshi. Glad he's got someone like Shinichi.

You know, Satoshi's voice at the end, when he's dishing out advice to closeted gays, is incredibly soothing.

I just started watching their channel and it was amazing to have an insight into their relationship because they’re so lovely together. Shinichi is too honest 😂 Satoshi broke my heart 😭😭

15:19 you can tell he was proud that that’s his man😩❤️❤️

Thank you Hiroko for interviewing Shinichi & Satoshi! They are alot of us out there who love and admire these two wonderful guys! I'm proud to say that they are my friends. Thank you Shinichi & Satoshi for your openness & letting us get to know you futher. Great job!

It only took a couple of tabieats videos to see the loving connection between you two. I love it when you share the cup noodles, passing them back and forth.

Satoshi you are a beautiful person don't give up on life. Continue to live free and happy. No matter how much it hurts to get your parents approval. You will just have to move on and continue to be kind to others and continue to love your partner. You are loved by so many and you will be fine. Thanks for your courage.

Please do one for Korea!

Thank you for your honesty....as a mother of a gay son...I am so proud of both of you to live your life the way you are most happy. There are many people that don't accept us even when it is not our sexuality.....our family is who respects us and who we respect....blood relatives are not our only family....oh and i love your food shows...your passion is wonderful.

Guy: "As soon as I saw that there was nothing between her legs, I decided to pack up and go home." Woman: "Oh right... I see." LOOOL

This has to be the most powerful and touching interview I've ever seen. Well done on all sides. My heart aches for Satoshi.

Aww this video is so important and powerful, it shows the struggles of the LGBTQ community in Japan and how difficult is to live amongst people who discriminate against you and don't treat you as an equal human being, this gay couple is so brave and wonderful their love is stronger than any hate, i wish them all the best and happiness in the world, and to all the LGBTQ people who are still in the closet in Japan and can't come out yet, please don't be so hard on yourself it's okay to not come out if it threatens your safety, you can find people like you on the internet that you can trust and have conversations with i'm pretty sure that it will ease your struggle a little bit, just remember you are beautiful, you are valuable, you are worth it, you are important, don't let any negative or hate comment get to your head and put you down cause you are not alone in this world LGBTQ people are everywhere we all exist the same way as you so love yourself cause you were born this way baby 💖💙💚💜💛❤

Thank you both for sharing your stories. Your honesty and openness are inspirational. ❤❤

This is why I always think it’s so dumb when people argue that being gay is a choice. Like who would choose a life of being discriminated and alienated when they can just choose to bone girls instead?

Somehow I knew they’re gay couple. It’s so brave for them to come out and have this interview. They gave encourage to many Asians are struggling at the moment. Thank you.

I have been a fan of TabiEats for a while. I really like Satoshi. He seems such a nice and genuine guy.

I had to pause the video because I'm too excited. I have to say thank you to Asian Boss for interviewing these wonderful guys! All of both of your videos are so fun to watch and gives me hope that as an "outsider" I can also be a part of Japan someday soon. I'm very inspired and motivated to do my best. Thank you all!

I love their channel and I love them as a couple. It's the first time I've heard about Satoshi's story and it broke my heart. He was very brave to share it with the whole world.

my man shinichi really dragged his mans satoshi thru the mud 😭 satoshi seems like a lad tho feels bad for his situation :(