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In this week’s Sunday Closer, NBC’s Harry Smith meets Jim Nakano, who opened Donut Man in Southern California nearly 50 years ago and has been drawing people in ever since.
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See What Makes This Little California Doughnut Shop So Successful | TODAY

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@chrisyako89 4 года назад

Was a prisoner for the United States, finishes college serves in the Navy and then opens up Donut Man. This man really has no hatred.

@contenderbp 4 года назад

Christopher Yako Mr. Yako, you “Get it”. Respect. I’m humbled by this man and all that have true grit and integrity.

@chrisyako89 4 года назад

@@contenderbp This man is pure. Just look at how much care he puts into his work. You don't find men and women like this. He is a true gem.

4 года назад

contenderbp integrity would’ve been blowing the country up

@magersenna3124 4 года назад

There are thousands more of that generation who fought discrimination and became successful in life. Some were in a unit serving in Europe against Germany who has the most decorated with Medal of Honor recipient 100th infantry battalion.

@ReaperKezia 4 года назад

@@magersenna3124 The USA doesn't have a 100th infantry battalion. Edit: Actually we do but it's reserves so basically no.

@simplyangel726 4 года назад

when the guy took a bite and just laughed with joy ......we liked that

@yticivam 4 года назад

Robin Williams approves.

@willkesti5578 4 года назад

I see you carry mice in your pocket as well.... Cheers

@pinkfreud62 4 года назад

Wonder what the secret ingredient is, lol.

@Yahboyvegeta_ 4 года назад

Maybe life ain’t so bad huh

@One38 4 года назад

It was so innocent and lovely 🥰

@NaturalBeauty-qe7mk 4 года назад

That chuckle when he bit into the Buttermilk bar.. Sold me for sure.

@parkeranderson5074 4 года назад

NorthTowNer 😂

@tammiejade1155 4 года назад

I like doughnut very tasty

@freddyrod2948 4 года назад

Rumor has it that the reporter is still laughing with joy till this day.

@NoBullFitness 4 года назад

Not really. He’s talking for the rest of the video.

@thumpmasterTRE 4 года назад

Sammy NunyaBidness you clearly have a sense of humor XD

@xyjames 4 года назад

Nice

@rolandviado 4 года назад

that was such a delightful comment, it made me feel warm inside, and tickled me so much thank you

@ExistenceWithin 4 года назад

Only been a week since this video came out, I say let’s check back with him in 20 years and see if his teeth hasn’t caved from all those donuts he devoured lol

@RefugeetheDJ 4 года назад

I love little standalone businesses like this, they put a lot of pride into their food which makes it better than the rest.

@Chris-ut6eq 3 дня назад

consumers need to support more of these places! Local business = local dollars for the community.

@deanna8643 4 года назад

Jim seems like such a humble man. I would love to meet him. ♥️

@wakawaka1976 4 года назад

DeAnna Orr classic Japanese guy. Reminds me of the Nisei business owners like my grandma.

@authorlydiagreen1862 4 года назад

Me too

@Antonin1738 4 года назад

His family was imprisoned, but still served in the US Navy after, and opened a shop in the US

@tomv5988 4 года назад

During WWII a lot of Japanese served in the military. They proved themselves in battle many times.

@julius1787 4 года назад

@Ned Flanders Meanwhile a certain group would have called out for endless reparations. Really tells you the difference in culture.

@sufi5uk 4 года назад

@@julius1787 are you talking about Jews?

@BanlieueBaby 4 года назад

@@julius1787 I can smell the racism from your post.. As a white person i can tell you there's is a big different between slavery and imprisonment and the Japanese did get reparations. The Japanese and Jews both got reparations why doesnt the blacks got reparations? I know the answer do you? And difference in culture? his shop probably got open due to reparations. Next time if you want to be racist get your facsts straight.

@MIS315 4 года назад

Fascinating isnt it

@meangreen323 4 года назад

They also have peach donuts. This place is really something. If you like doughnuts and around the area. This place will not let you down!

@cheftaranoberini5752 4 года назад

Jeremy Evangelista Have you ever had that butter bar?

@punkem733 4 года назад

It's all seasonal. I have never known them to have strawberry with peach donuts at the same time. They do pumpkin filled ones in Oct.

@Cheeseburger.Launch.Sequence 4 года назад

I love donuts. Deeply. I am both sad and greatful I live on the other side of the country. I doubt my self control would last very long. But I need one.

@kathyly2714 4 года назад

America took everything from him when it wasn't his fault, yet he still served in the Navy and start up a business. Simply amazing and wholesome. What an angel!

@michealdavid4694 4 года назад

Not America, Democrats.

@SingleMaltBuckeye 4 года назад

Democrats are heartless and ruthless. They also created the kkk.

@samuelplacensia753 4 года назад

Kathy Ly You just have no idea what you’re talking about your statement is completely ignorant of any facts.

@kathyly2714 4 года назад

@@samuelplacensia753 Awe you need a hug! ^^

@johanbee8757 4 года назад

And he still says the american dreams.

@wmst5065 4 года назад

I just checked on Google that a non-stop drive from where I am in Washington state to Glendora would take 17 hours...I do have Monday off too...hhhmmm.

@hollyfavored924 4 года назад

I'm all the way in PHILLY 🤬 if u make the drive plz comment about ur experience thanks

@aquickchatwith...245 4 года назад

Just hearing about this today and my non-stop drive is 59 minutes. So many close hidden gems.

@flat_life750 4 года назад

Timothy Harris I’m 15min away lol

@wmst5065 4 года назад

@@flat_life750 Beautiful, grab me two dozen please, nothing with coconut. Start driving North on I-5 for 16 hrs and 45 minutes. I'll meet you and pay you back at the exit.

@shay7090 4 года назад

Do it. Worth the drive.

@PureAloha78 4 года назад

Those donuts look better than Krispy Kreme and Dunkin donuts

@kh4n49 4 года назад

any local food is better than chain restaurant food....

@1980kellbell 4 года назад

1000%

@rhinoblessnyc8324 4 года назад

Gives both a knock out punch🤓☺

@kamdaddypurp3341 4 года назад

Kh4n not always lol but yes that’s what I tell people

@Jdogg4089 4 года назад

Those are bottom level donuts. Not talking about in the videi

@VictoriaG02 4 года назад

The Donut Man is located at 915 E Rte 66, Glendora, CA 91740

@issac82983 4 года назад

Thank you!!

@babydoll8723 4 года назад

Thank you

@cliff5304 4 года назад

Real one!

@jt9967 4 года назад

Get apple fritters they huge

@andresmartinez8439 4 года назад

Victoria G thank you

@caraniehoff417 4 года назад

I have many fond memories of eating here. My dad’s job moved us to Georgia in the early 80s and when we would go back to visit my grandparents we would always have to get donuts from The Donut Man. One of my many fond memories of SoCal. I can definitely vouch that these donuts ARE hands down better than either a hot Krispy Kreme or Dunkin Donut.

@kubankhaos 4 года назад

We imprisoned him first & now he has imprisoned us. This is the sweetest revenge I've seen!

@thedude1744 4 года назад

Killing all of us with Diabetes lol!

@pdswrld5200 4 года назад

& he's low profile with it💯

@potmki6601 4 года назад

That's dark

@devong617 4 года назад

God Bless this man. Gave back to the country that took everything from him.

@evilubuntu9001 4 года назад

How did he "give back"? He went into business and he's made a living selling unhealthy food to low IQ Americans who will travel miles just to eat his high carb sugar confections? He goes home and laughs while shaved American boys polish his samurai sword. Your comment is moronical, you should delete it before you embarass yourself. *muah*

@armantas2001 4 года назад

EVIL UBUNTU Noone loves you my dude, sorry to tell you that

@evilubuntu9001 4 года назад

@@armantas2001 Really? I guess I'll just drink this bleach again. Thanks for letting me know! 😫

@afropress 4 года назад

not the first time. still happening.

@armantas2001 4 года назад

EVIL UBUNTU 🤷🏾‍♂️

@jeremywinston7199 4 года назад

Great story!! The best donuts usually come from mom n pop bakery's. I luv how it's open 24/7.

@JorisSatyadharma 4 года назад

Was just there two weeks ago. The best donut I've ever tasted and I've tasted from several different countries.

@keria1218 4 года назад

Have you tried Tim Horton yet?

@JorisSatyadharma 4 года назад

@@keria1218 not yet. Will check it out when I get the chance 👍🏻

@keria1218 4 года назад

@@JorisSatyadharma try the blueberry jelly donuts they are absolutely the best!

@rialequay1787 4 года назад

Omg that strawberry donut looks delicious!!

@DavidLopez-lh8gd 4 года назад

Ria Lequay it sure is I live 10 minutes away

@amnan2908 4 года назад

Mothhberfhuckbrerbdditch I live in the fhgvbvuckinffg uk

@amnan2908 4 года назад

My World huh

@amnan2908 4 года назад

My World okok

@amnan2908 4 года назад

My World nah I’m fine

@hellfish2309 4 года назад

0:24 nothing like that manic, irrepressible laughter that comes from a bite of that something

@Chris_EOH 4 года назад

Ive lived in Glendora my entire life and can honestly say that these are the best donuts I've had, never get tired of them definitely worth the trip if you have the chance!

@steprodriguez505 4 года назад

Yup I live down the street lmao .

@nwhy406 4 года назад

You know your food is good when you laugh after the first bite😂

@nycjt6267 4 года назад

would that be creepy making love?

@parkeranderson5074 4 года назад

NyCJT62 😭

@JTB128650 4 года назад

NyCJT62 omg lol

@Humco_ND2 4 года назад

Glendora resident here, these are some of the best donuts ever my favorite is the powdered sugar covered blueberry birthday cake Donuts.

@CRod8545 4 года назад

I'm from Glendora this was the spot when I lived there...I'm glad they're getting more publicity...never change Donut Man

@kconrad5893 4 года назад

I actually got choked up watching this. What a sweet man. His success is well-deserved. ❤️

@deleted7993 4 года назад

Watching this at midnight makes me want to buy the whole shop

@dvonnr.8266 4 года назад

Jim has a really awesome personality I envy his joy for what he does.

@deniseabrams7212 4 года назад

God bless hard working man delicious looking donuts

@susancarcamo9753 4 года назад

I'm lucky enough to live in Glendora and they are the BEST

@ericphoenixg 4 года назад

I'm so blessed to live close to this location!

@jt9967 4 года назад

Dangerous!!!

@contenderbp 4 года назад

For this man to have survived an internment camp then serve the country who imprisoned him and his family; to have started his own business and is grateful for having achieved the American dream? How many people could accomplish this and be humble afterwards? This man is a Saint.

@doogie64 4 года назад

What a humble man...if only I had a tenth of his heart.

@holylandfan3275 4 года назад

What a wonderful hard working man. So happy for him.

@dhammy9 4 года назад

I live in this city. The donuts are truly incredible.

@yesnoshouldi4341 4 года назад

What's the address and what time should I come for it to not be sold out? I'm travelling 24 hrs for this

@Patmosentertainment 4 года назад

LAZY CHEF you’ll have to try and get lucky regardless of time. The original In’N’Out is about 20 minutes from there in Baldwin Park as well. Just don’t do a cost analysis plus/tax measurement of city districts minus the rise in the Dow against your 401k stocks, with the potential raising gas costs from the Iranian war. It’s a horrible way to go about travel. 😉

@cancel.lgbtq.6892 4 года назад

@@Patmosentertainment lol , so true. live the experience ~

@veronicalynne7285 4 года назад

Demi Hamlow I live only 10 minutes away and still haven’t been there. Guess I will be going this weekend!

@yesnoshouldi4341 4 года назад

@@Patmosentertainment thanks! I'll be in the area I'll check it out:)

@stephaniecarmichael5941 4 года назад

Wonderful Man and Family! His story is similar to my father's, what great memories of him, Thank you for the Great Story.!

@lauraroberts6533 4 года назад

🍩🍩🍩🍩This American Dream is Xxxtra SWEET!!!Great Story!!!💖

@qualqui 4 года назад

Wow! Before seeing this video I already had the utmost respect for the Japanese people and their ingenuity but Jim is heightened EVEN MORE! An fine example of a human being he is for us non-Japanese. :)

@ethankimsey7189 4 года назад

I live in Hillsboro Oregon I have money and literally nothing to do I’m on my way I’m renting a car and I’m driving there now literally

@F30586 4 года назад

Ethan Kimsey bring some work

@scottcalloway4630 4 года назад

Well Ethan since you are on a pilgrimage there is another Shop in Northern California, Santa Clara to be exact that is well worth your stop. Stan's Donuts. Same family since '58 or '59. You will not be disappointed.

@scottcalloway4630 4 года назад

Stan's Donuts 2628 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051

@thisgustin 4 года назад

lol, good luck Ethan. Let us know how it is once you've tried it. It's alright I guess, imo. I guess with anything, it's really best when they've freshly made it, so make sure you get the fresh baked ones.

@thisgustin 4 года назад

@@scottcalloway4630 So, Donut Stan.

@spruill7716 4 года назад

He looks really good for being that old.

@MRRVADrums 4 года назад

Wonderful story!!! Congratulations to this man and his family.

@numberoneduno7265 4 года назад

The world needs more people like Jim!!

@DakotaToDk 4 года назад

I live 5 min from this spot and have never been there. I drive by it all the time. I guess it’s about that time to check it out

@antreaserobinson7995 4 года назад

So good Harry could only laugh 😂

@BuffaloSabresFan 4 года назад

Antrease Robinson that was so genuine

@antreaserobinson7995 4 года назад

I know right ☺️

@kmm129 4 года назад

Thats the sweetest story ever. We love our Donut Man.

@rebeccaoprea9917 4 года назад

What a humble man that works with integrity. This should be the business model .

@laurentalks8660 4 года назад

My husband misses his tiger tails. We moved away from this area 8 years ago:(

@BBOYWORLD 4 года назад

Bless Donut Man ♥️

@youjustgotserved8207 2 года назад

LOOK!! UP IN THE SKY!! ITS A BIRD! ITS A PLANE! NOOOOO!! ITS .............. D.O.N.U.T.....MAN!!!

@user-zv6ly7fu3w 4 года назад

What a kind and humble man. He only feels gratitude . I think he is an amazing American deserving a lot of respect. 👍

@JamesBaldwinLover 4 года назад

What a sweet, humble man.

@daphnelu7 4 года назад

I was there today and got a dozen donuts including some of their famed strawberry donuts. Today is the start of their strawberry donut season!

@BattleOfBowties 4 года назад

I went here as a kid with my great aunt, my mom and I still talk about these donuts today. Honestly, these put Krispy Kreme's to shame!

@Thewolfguys.cartoons2000 3 года назад

Omg same, it was amazing!😮😀

@cooperstellar201 4 года назад

I'm glad that Beautiful donut Shop brings joy to all of its customers, what a lovely owner as well.

@rcppop3090 4 года назад

I got a lot of love for this man and this story. God bless

@pdswrld5200 4 года назад

2:50 Awsome grandpa Laugh of enjoyment 🍩😋✌

@esh1872 4 года назад

And we go nuts over Krispy Kreme Fundraiser boxes.Smh. This guy needs an East Coast location. 😊

@feliciathegoat411 4 года назад

H Eck gate keeping much?

@dustypan83 4 года назад

Absolutely loved this story. They did such a amazing job telling it!!❤️

@P1983sche 4 года назад

Man, what an honorable person. He deserves all of his success. Those donuts are incredible!

@chadrathbone 4 года назад

True American, turns tragedy into his triumph. Salute to him. He is a true American dream.

@NijimaSan 4 года назад

In case anybody missed it, Donut Man is located in Glendora, California. I should know. I was raised there. 😊🍩

@LisaNaomi24 4 года назад

Went to college very close to there. A huge hit for those late-night cravings while studying for exams.🍩😁

@Donewithcounting 4 года назад

Donut Man is one of the best donut shops ever!! Going there at mid night and getting that warm donut was the best! I miss it since I have moved away!

@lizlove3358 4 года назад

I’ve had their donuts and they are very delicious. My favorite donut place. 😋

@natn6091 4 года назад

Their tiger tails are amazing!!

@luckyyu2004 4 года назад

Hard headed quality, happy for the customer. I love that

@on2wheels378 4 года назад

My children and I make it to this place every year for birthdays since 1989 when my twins (boy and girl) were born... Amazing donuts, fresh and quality.

@Randze 4 года назад

I literally lived in Glendora and drove by this place multiple times but never went there. Got to go there some day

@cuongbui9708 4 года назад

Ludagen what are you waiting for?

@user-tg5xq4fp2j 4 года назад

Ok. Have fun!

@luisperez7420 4 года назад

Some day? I would be there right now!!!!

@user-tg5xq4fp2j 4 года назад

@@luisperez7420 ok.

@user-tg5xq4fp2j 4 года назад

@@barfyman-wn3id all hail donuts!

@cinnaburrowes 4 года назад

Someone do a review of the buttermilk “giggle” bar! 🤣

@rainbowcat832 4 года назад

I love donuts. This makes me so happy. I love them even more now.

@MrTortureandtorment 4 года назад

You don't have to be big to provide a satisfying product. This fellow proves it!

@pinkywilliams7457 4 года назад

Awesome story! American dream!

@carlosespinoza1898 4 года назад

HAHAHA they subtlety mention Donut Man on Netflix’s “YOU” and now the news is covering it

@gundampatrol 4 года назад

I don't even know how I ended up here, but hearing that guy chuckle, and seeing the joy on his face, now I need a doughnut!

@Cmoney91 4 года назад

Went to Donut Man about a year ago, and this video just reminded me of this place again. I’ll be back this weekend.

@cancel.lgbtq.6892 4 года назад

Quality over quantity always win ~

@sparkworks4401 4 года назад

China disagrees.

@waltrz 4 года назад

“Donut Man” Joseph: Kakyoin!

@DrFunk-rk6yl 7 месяцев назад

We have become so overwhelmed by chains people tend not to lookfor places like this. The reality is that places like this are infinitely better than any chain.

@BigRich531 4 года назад

Grew up in Glendora and went to school with Jim’s son. Great family; great donuts!

@ulaoulao7295 4 года назад

The best part about the Doughnut Man is Kings Gym right next door everyone laughs and feels bad for the people that work at that Gym..

@coffeeseven 4 года назад

I love that he didn't hold a grudge and he went on to succeed.

@jmfia2391 4 года назад

His story is so captivating❤❤ And his business is amazing

@miznay52 4 года назад

Beautiful story and beautiful people.

@erictheisen3203 4 года назад

The Doughnut Man opened in California and it was nearly 50 years ago today.

@erictheisen3203 4 года назад

Anyway that was a great story!

@backtoasimplelife 4 года назад

The donut guy looks barely 50 ..must have opened the place when he was 2.

@syndi301 4 года назад

What do they do with the donuts they don't sell they never share that though

@Kimun888 4 года назад

so that shop popular after 50 years?

@innocentspectator2678 4 года назад

This donut shop has been on every food show I'v ever seen😁

@innocentspectator2678 4 года назад

@Ned Flanders Diner's Drive In's & Dives, Something else on travel channel, & something else I can't remember right now😁

@petertwiss356 4 года назад

This is hands down the best ... I used to come here once a week when I lived in SoCal

@-optimist-2697 4 года назад

The donuts are truly made by love.

@bimma. 4 года назад

Interviewer - How many donuts did you get “lady - 3 for me and 1 for my dad 😂😂😂

@snoozebutton 4 года назад

Yay I live in the next city and my favorite is to take people that haven’t tired The Donut Man

@leebrowwski 8 месяцев назад

Harry's joy- it made my day!

@WestShoreMan 4 года назад

They actually are incredible!

@Doors067 4 года назад

Most news reporters fod show hosts are being nice but when he said my god after the strawberry one i felt that in my gut that it was the bees knees

@nmika7700 4 года назад

Ahhh, doughnut man!!! i miss you!!! so proud of being another japanese american here 🙋🏻‍♀️

@nyx186 4 года назад

The donuts here are AMAZING!!!!

@got2getit204 4 года назад

Bless his little heart!

@sofieantonia3304 4 года назад

these guys: “it’s worth the drive out”- “i came from palm springs” me: living literally two blocks away from doughnut man and i can legit walk there whenever i want✌️ where my other glendora folk at we be gettin the bread🙌

@am3818 4 года назад

Don’t get mad when u get fat

@mikegiordano1880 4 года назад

I'm jelly

@ShoopityDoopity 4 года назад

I live an hour away. Probably gonna go sometime soon

@hotwheelinroblox7348 4 года назад

You also can get diabeetus easily

@OMGWTFLOLSMH 4 года назад

@@hotwheelinroblox7348 - Never heard of it. I know a guy with diabetes though.

@shay7090 4 года назад

You sold me. Sending my cousin to mail me a dozen to NM.

@Benstormcrow 4 года назад

Good for him. Life well lived.

@alexkramer558 3 года назад

Beautiful and heart warming storey.

@janedoe9421 4 года назад

I want a donut!! There aren't enough donut shops in the world!!!

@albertamccrary1497 4 года назад

you are correct, in our town there use to be around 4 donuts shops and they closed down. I dont like the grocery store ones because they were already made and frozen then thawed out for sale. I will only go to Bashas grocery store bakery where they still make the dough and fry them on sight.

@janedoe9421 4 года назад

@@albertamccrary1497 there is an awesome donut place about an hour away from me. If i have to go there you better believe I'm stopping😁