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オースティン(左)&アーサー(右)ショー!We're just two guys living in Japan and here to share our stories.
Hopefully, you'll get to hear about a side of Japan that most people don't talk about.
日本に在住して、日本を愛してやまないアメリカ人2人が、自然な英語で日本で見た興味深い出来事や、アメリカのリアルな事情について語ります。
よく質問をいただきますが、普段と同じスピードで話しています!遅くしていませんよ〜
英語リスニングの練習に、ぜひお役立てください!2ヶ月に一度ほど、ライブもやっています!
2021年8月 開始
2024年2月 登録者1万名
2024年6月 1万5千名
#英語リスニング
# 英語聞き流し
#英語勉強
Hopefully, you'll get to hear about a side of Japan that most people don't talk about.
日本に在住して、日本を愛してやまないアメリカ人2人が、自然な英語で日本で見た興味深い出来事や、アメリカのリアルな事情について語ります。
よく質問をいただきますが、普段と同じスピードで話しています!遅くしていませんよ〜
英語リスニングの練習に、ぜひお役立てください!2ヶ月に一度ほど、ライブもやっています!
2021年8月 開始
2024年2月 登録者1万名
2024年6月 1万5千名
#英語リスニング
# 英語聞き流し
#英語勉強
How Does Japan’s Oktoberfest Compare to Germany’s?|The Austin and Arthur Show
00:00 Cheers!
03:36 Differences in Oktoberfest Around the World
07:32 What is State Fair Culture?
11:14 What’s Oktoberfest in Germany like?
14:56 About Austin and Arthur Friends
15:46 What’s Missing from Japan’s Oktoberfest?
18:40 Medieval Times in Japan?
24:47 Alcohol = Violence?
27:49 What’s Your Favorite Beer in Japan?
This episode dives into the ever-popular Oktoberfest, even beloved in Japan. How does Arthur, who grew up in Germany, view Oktoberfest celebrations in Japan and the US?
A must-watch for beer lovers!
== About Austin and Arthur in Japan==
We’re just two guys who have lived in Japan for a while and want to share our experiences.
Every week we get together, open a bottle of sake, and share our experiences living here uncensored.
If you want to get the real deal about being a foreigner in Japan, you’re going to love this.
About Arthur:
Born in Germany, Grew up in Boston, Schooled in Seattle. Started learning Japanese at 13 and just went with it. Loves Ukiyo-e and traditional Japanese culture.
About Austin:
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest United States. Former Marine, lover of onsen, gyoza, and adventuring into the wilderness. Has lived In Japan since 2017.
#japan
#lifeinjapan
#englishlistening
03:36 Differences in Oktoberfest Around the World
07:32 What is State Fair Culture?
11:14 What’s Oktoberfest in Germany like?
14:56 About Austin and Arthur Friends
15:46 What’s Missing from Japan’s Oktoberfest?
18:40 Medieval Times in Japan?
24:47 Alcohol = Violence?
27:49 What’s Your Favorite Beer in Japan?
This episode dives into the ever-popular Oktoberfest, even beloved in Japan. How does Arthur, who grew up in Germany, view Oktoberfest celebrations in Japan and the US?
A must-watch for beer lovers!
== About Austin and Arthur in Japan==
We’re just two guys who have lived in Japan for a while and want to share our experiences.
Every week we get together, open a bottle of sake, and share our experiences living here uncensored.
If you want to get the real deal about being a foreigner in Japan, you’re going to love this.
About Arthur:
Born in Germany, Grew up in Boston, Schooled in Seattle. Started learning Japanese at 13 and just went with it. Loves Ukiyo-e and traditional Japanese culture.
About Austin:
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest United States. Former Marine, lover of onsen, gyoza, and adventuring into the wilderness. Has lived In Japan since 2017.
#japan
#lifeinjapan
#englishlistening
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Do Americans Really Love Guns? The Truth About Gun Culture in the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 Cheers! 01:50 The American Gun Culture 03:36 Is Austin Really a Gun Enthusiast? 04:13 Why Are Guns Allowed in America? 10:18 The American Perspective Under Control 16:04 What Are Guns Used For? 19:53 What Would Happen if Guns Were Banned? 23:11 A Rare Incident with Austin's Friend 25:16 Problems with Current Gun Regulations 29:21 Ideal Gun Regulations In this video, we dive into the contr...
Tourist Influx in Japan: Blessing or Curse?|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 Cheers! 01:53 Why Are Tourist Numbers Rising? 05:34 Tourists Visiting Unexpected Places?! 10:03 Misbehavior by Tourists 12:42 Should We Charge Tourist Fees? 17:01 The Challenges of Dealing with Foreigners 20:10 Is Racial Profiling Acceptable?? 24:16 The Lawson Incident 25:56 The Shibuya Incident This time, we discuss the growing issue of troublesome foreign tourists in Japan. The two of u...
【Howl’s Moving Castle】discussed by Americans living in Japan|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 ハウルの動く城は戦争映画? 05:37 意外にも似てる映画 10:17 ハウルの動く城が描いた戦争の怖さ 12:16 ハウルの動く城に対するアーサーの印象 14:31 アーサーの感じた違和感 17:32 ソフィについて 21:51 ソフィーの女性としての役 23:08 アーサーが気になったキャラクター 26:40 この作品の好きなところ The second film in the Ghibli series is “Howl’s Moving Castle”! While Howl is hugely popular in Japan, what do Americans think of it? Austin, with his military background, offers a perspective quite different from that of...
Why Japanese Foods in the US Confuse Japanese People|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 乾杯 00:34 生わさび実食 04:09 日本とアメリカのわさびの違い 06:00 アメリカで人気の日本食店 07:22 アメリカのhibachiって? 09:39 シアトルの日本食 13:10 日本人がアメリカの日本食を見てびっくりすること 15:11 アメリカには絶対ない日本食 Japanese food is loved around the world, but Japanese cuisine in America often makes Japanese people think, “This feels a bit off.” For example, the iconic “Hibachi” in America doesn’t quite resonate with Japanese people. Don’t miss the opening sce...
Finding Balance: How Much Should Foreigners Assimilate in Japan?|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 乾杯 02:08 2人にとってアシミレーション(同化)とは? 07:02 なんで手書き?外国人が理解できない日本文化 09:16 日本のウェブデザインが酷い理由 13:25 アメリカ文化で嫌いなこと 15:45 白人の体は日本向きじゃない? 20:41 絶対日本で同化したくないこと 24:58 アメリカの店員に言いたいこと In this video, we discuss how much foreigners should assimilate into Japanese culture, beyond basics like using chopsticks and removing shoes. Austin shares the aspects of his American identity he won’t compromise on, despite lo...
Comparing Naming Traditions: Japan and the West|The Austin and Arthur Show
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飲みたい日本酒のリスト(Amazonほしい物リスト):amzn.asia/0afyjWQP 00:00 乾杯 00:44 名前の意味 02:24 ミドルネーム何のため? 06:22 名前が長すぎる文化 10:15 親の名前を受け継ぐ文化 14:35 日本にもミドルネームがある?! 15:50 オースティンの名前の意味 17:13 アーサーの名前の意味 20:27 日本語の名前と英語の名前の違い 20:53 英語の歴史 26:56 子供の名付け How do naming traditions in Japan differ from those in the West? Do middle names and the custom of shared names exist in Japan? We discussed the significant differences betw...
Americans’ Favorite Conspiracy Theories: Do You Believe Them?|The Austin and Arthur Show
zhlédnutí 8KPřed měsícem
00:00 乾杯・ASMRの話 05:07 オースティンの地元の陰謀論 10:14 アメリカ人が陰謀論好きな理由 11:26 宇宙人についての陰謀論 18:34 月面着陸はウソ?! 19:27 政府の秘密はバレバレ? 20:55 9.11は自作自演? 23:08 アメリカ政府の闇 26:34 アメリカの暗殺事件 28:23 日本の暗殺事件 33:46 地球は丸くない? 37:44 AI・ディープフェイクについて 41:53 未来はどうなる? Compared to Japanese people, it’s clear that Americans are much more knowledgeable about conspiracy theories. Let’s explore the cultural background behind this as well as the...
Differences in the Impact of Inflation: Japan vs the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
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00:00 乾杯 02:35 シュリンクフレーションとは? 07:50 万引き・ガラスケースに入る洗濯洗剤 10:19 フランチャイズ店舗への影響 12:00 コストコの返品ポリシー 14:54 日米のインフレの影響の違い 16:22 卵の高騰 17:36 アメリカの不動産の価格 22:30 世代別の反応の違い 25:50 円安について 28:57 マクドナルドの現状 30:12 海外に出る日本人 33:14 アメリカ人にとっての旅行 36:56 TikTokに騙される観光客 38:44 観光客のマナーのせいで... 43:20 アーサーが激怒? Recently, inflation has been a major concern for many. While Japan faces ongoing price hikes, the situation in the Unit...
We met a Renaissance samurai: William Reed (Aikido and calligraphy master)
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00:00 乾杯・ウィルさんの紹介 5:49 1972年に日本に引っ越すのはどんな感じだった? 08:26 過去50年で日本はどう変化してきた? 13:55 書道を始めたきっかけ 16:54 天気予報なんて必要なかった 18:42 ずっと日本にいる理由 23:16 禅に興味を持ったきっか 28:39 ウィルさんのTV出演時代 37:13 オースティンのTVインタビュー経験 39:06 アーサーのTVインタビュー経験 40:07 バブル平成令和を通して変化した日本語 44:29 ウィルさんの活動について Join us as special guest Will, an American who has lived in Japan for nearly half a century, shares his perspective on how Japan has changed...
Catching Up With the Latest American Slang… We're So Out of Touch!|The Austin and Arthur Show
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After living in Japan for many years, Austin and Arthur have lost touch with the latest slang used by the younger generation in their home country. Join us as we dive into and learn the newest slang together! About Austin and Arthur in Japan We’re just two guys who have lived in Japan for a while and want to share our experiences. Every week we get together, open a bottle of sake, and share our...
Essential items for Americans that aren’t sold in Japan |The Austin and Arthur Show
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Japan is known for its convenience and selling almost everything! However, Americans living in Japan often struggle to find certain items. Can you guess what surprising things we always bring back with us when we return to the U.S.? About Austin and Arthur in Japan We’re just two guys who have lived in Japan for a while and want to share our experiences. Every week we get together, open a bottl...
【Spirited Away】American Perspectives and Hidden Meanings|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Welcome to the first episode of our Ghibli series! In this video, we’ll be discussing "Spirited Away" from our unique perspective. Did you know that the story is supposed to be a representation of a dark issue in Japan? Even if you've seen it multiple times, you might be surprised by some new insights and interpretations. Stay tuned as we dive deeper into various Ghibli films in the future! Abo...
Weird American food that Japanese people would hate|The Austin and Arthur Show
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In this video, we'll be discussing American foods that are unfamiliar to Japanese people! Previously, we covered some strange Japanese foods, but it turns out that America also has plenty of dishes that make foreigners go "ugh..." About Austin and Arthur in Japan We’re just two guys who have lived in Japan for a while and want to share our experiences. Every week we get together, open a bottle ...
Why Japanese people love wearing masks|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Japanese have been wearing masks as a common practice even before the era of COVID-19. But what are the reasons behind this? Furthermore, how do perceptions of masks differ between Japan and other Western countries, such as the United States? Join us as we explore these questions and delve into the cultural nuances surrounding mask-wearing habits. About Austin and Arthur in Japan We’re just two...
Let’s talk about money! Different views on money in Japan vs the US |The Austin and Arthur Show
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Let’s talk about money! Different views on money in Japan vs the US |The Austin and Arthur Show
‘We are not from the same country!’ West Coast vs East Coast in the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
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‘We are not from the same country!’ West Coast vs East Coast in the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
Austin’s horror stories will give you chills|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Austin’s horror stories will give you chills|The Austin and Arthur Show
Unique Superstitions in Japan & the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Unique Superstitions in Japan & the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
【Shogun】How Japan is depicted in American media|The Austin and Arthur Show
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【Shogun】How Japan is depicted in American media|The Austin and Arthur Show
Why Ghibli succeeded internationally|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Why Ghibli succeeded internationally|The Austin and Arthur Show
Which is better? Starbucks in Japan vs the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Which is better? Starbucks in Japan vs the US|The Austin and Arthur Show
Different mentality between Japan and America|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Different mentality between Japan and America|The Austin and Arthur Show
Why Japanese-Americans act so differently|The Austin and Arthur Show
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Why Japanese-Americans act so differently|The Austin and Arthur Show
【Racism in Japan】What you will see & experience|The Austin and Arthur Show
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【Racism in Japan】What you will see & experience|The Austin and Arthur Show
How Easy it is to Buy a House in Japan|The Austin and Arthur Show
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How Easy it is to Buy a House in Japan|The Austin and Arthur Show
【Religion】Why Many Japanese Don't Know What They Believe|The Austin and Arthur Show
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【Religion】Why Many Japanese Don't Know What They Believe|The Austin and Arthur Show
From Mochi to Sembei: A Journey into Japanese Sweets and Snacks|The Austin and Arthur Show
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From Mochi to Sembei: A Journey into Japanese Sweets and Snacks|The Austin and Arthur Show
What it’s like to get married to a Japanese|The Austin and Arthur Show
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What it’s like to get married to a Japanese|The Austin and Arthur Show
There are many different kinds of rights in this world. For example, the right to choose not to get the COVID vaccine. But there are vulnerable people, such as the elderly or those with underlying illnesses. Getting vaccinated helps protect these people and assists doctors. In my opinion, when we insist on our rights, we must consider whether someone might be harmed by exercising that right. Sometimes, we might have to give up certain rights. There are many schools kids in the US. And Austin, Arthur, you said you don't want to raise your children there. I think that's a valid reason for advocating for banning guns. Anyway, thank you for sharing your honest opinion!
Sexual assaults committed by U.S. military personnel against Japanese girls have been a recurring issue in Okinawa for many years. What do you think about this?
今回の会話の英日字幕付きの動画とスクリプト、会員限定のコミュニティ、月1回Austin and ArthurとのZoom晩酌は「AAフレンズ」でご利用いただけます! 詳しくはこちら→ iu-connect.com/aa-shokai
My teen years in 2015-2021. Me & my cousins would go to the back and shoot our .22’s,20 guages, and set up bottles that we collected. We built trust amongst ourselves and respected well mannered marksmanship, it made us young men feel close just having fun & enjoying each others company, Correcting one another to show how much we learned from CZcams/fathers. We didn’t need adult supervision cause we shot with love and care, our gun safety rules were that of common courtesy . The reason we a group of teens were able to be shoot by ourselves was cause our fathers taught us well. Most of my fellow Americans don’t experience this. Before my birth my family depended on guns for food in 1970’s-1980’s and cause of it we love firearms. It’s the same love a family would have for their house or car it kept them going when options were limited.
Those who 'hate' US marines are NOT local ppl in Okinawa!! Most of them are leftist activists from other prefectures, some are even from China or Korea! You can see what is written in their banners. Chinese n Korean letters! They just try to devide Japan n US. Just like in the states now. Please know that they're not local people!
Yes some japanese people are racist, BUT they would always used a subtle racism (or they have to be drunk and in a group to be openly racism) it's by my experience in the street : fake coughing, mouth's noise, bad eye contact... Once you understand that you can reply back doing the same as coughing back, mouth noise back of course always louder, keep the eye contact (they always finished by watch the floor at the end) ofc I respect their country, their people, their culture, I am learning japanese everyday, I respect their law and tradition...
Thank Austin for clearly said that he loves telling US history 😆It's great to get the actual background culture of the topic 👍
I’m sorry about your experience with police, but it is very common all over the world. I grew up in country side of U.S. and police car always slowed down and checked up on me. That was sad experience at the time, but I think they’re just doing their job, because foreigners tends to have conflicts with citizens due to difference in culture, and once you let non-citizen criminal escape it is really difficult to catch them. As police officers start to recognize me as residence of the town, they friendly waved at me as they pass by.
That Sake pour called TOKKURI(徳利)
I guess it is called KATAKUCHI(片口)
No country is perfect, and risks are inevitable. I saw guns were displayed alongside fishing gear in an outdoor store close to Everett, easily visible to children. Toy guns are also widely sold at major retailers like Target and Walmart. What intrigued me on the show was when Austin mentioned how dangerous it can be to live in the wild in the U.S. He highlighted a real challenge. I heard about a cyclist being attacked by a coyote near a popular park close to downtown Seattle, a place where people frequently go to walk or play. This is just one example among many. Despite these dangers, I still believe in advocating against widespread gun ownership. However, the key is to find and implement the most effective and realistic solution to address this issue.
Justice without force is powerless; force without justice is tyrannical. Austin!!! You're totally right. We were taught that justice without power is useless in Karate Dojos. Originally, this was said by a French guy named Blaise Pascal. He said that Justice without force is powerless; force without justice is tyrannical. justice without power is just empty talk. I mean, you can preach all the nice things you want, but some countries around Japan are all about flexing their muscles. Sorry about the protests around the Navy base. Without power, we’d get overrun in no time. On the flip side, power without justice is tyranny, and that’s true too. Just think about school bullies and the social hierarchy-it's clear as day. Everyone just falls in line with that strong, good-looking jerk who's popular, even though he’s a complete psycho. So yeah, Pascal’s words really hit home."
Started watching this channel because my wife is Japanese and she watches it, actually really good as a westener with Japanese wife
Thank you both for interesting discussions. I really enjoy your show on Spotify podcast. About the topic of tourist places, i agree to make tourists/residents prices. Raising price for everyone damages only damages local residents. It sound just "outsider"'s idea for me. The point is how to gently/secretly distinguish them. I guess if kyoto city can make payment app with discount for thier residents connected to thier residential info, it would be much easier. Another my sad idea is people should know possibility to be treated differently when you visit/live in foreign countries. Ideally nothing like it happens, but it is too much expectations. *Sorry if my comments sound offensive. As long as they have good manner, i like foreign tourist cuz I'm happy that they got somehow interested in our culture:)
Hi!
In Japan, at the beginning of Meiji era, the newly born central government banned Samurai from possessing katanas, Japanese swords. The purpose was to abolish the status of the Samurai who ranked at the top of the hierarchy in Japanese society at that time. By enforcing this act, the Meiji government aimed to equalize the status of all people. Nowadays, nobody considers katanas as weapons. We view them as traditional crafts and treats them as artistic and historical objects. I understand that the right to possess a gun is stated in the American constitution. However, as far as I understand, this right was established because the country was experiencing an ongoing war against England. Is this situation still going on in the USA? If you need a gun to protect yourself from wild animals like grizzlies, it should be allowed under regulated conditions. Japan also allows hunting with guns under certain circumstances. But do we really need a gun in our daily lives? Do we hunt in cities? Or do we have shooting classes in school? Our life style does not depend on guns whether we live in America or Japan. It is not too late to ban guns from the USA. Your country just needs strong leadership to implement a law banning the possession of firearms. I know that National Rifle Association is going to oppose this legislation. But it needs to be done if people don’t want to see bloodshed in their towns. Even if a law banning guns were enforced, it would take time to collect firearms from individuals. And gun shootings will continue for a while. But the number of incidents will decrease as time passes. The question you must ask yourself is whether you want a safer neighborhood free from the threat of gunfire. Japan successfully removed almost all katanas from its society about 150 years ago. America can do the same with guns.
Sorry, but no American would allow their own guns to be collected or taken away. Not ever going to happen. Only the criminals would remain armed. I live in a pretty safe city and we average at least two killings a day. Chicago can average 20+ shootings a weekend. Gang culture is strong and shootings can be random. No one is leaving guns only for the killers.
As a Japanese person, I completely agree with this comment. It's truly heartbreaking to live in constant fear of gun violence.
I see how Americans take the gun culture so precious. So then, they can’t complain when psychopaths periodically commit gun shootings against ordinary citizens.
朝6:30から授業ってやばいですね。先生も生徒も凄すぎる。夜型な私からしたら信じられないです。 田舎のスタバならアメリカのような雰囲気かもしれないですね。 今ロンドンにいるので、そういえば東京ってスタバに限らずどこのカフェも激混みで並ぶし、ロンドンだと基本座れるし、テイクアウトが多いからか、カフェの前で列って見たことないなぁって思いました。ロンドンも店舗小さいので、アメリカの田舎の店舗のようなリラックスした雰囲気はないです。
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I think this is ridiculous because if non-Japanese nationals have to pay more, to be fair, Japanese nationals also should be able to prove that they indeed have Japanese nationality. How do they do that? How many percentage of Japanese nationals have passport to prove their nationality?
今回の会話の英日字幕付きの動画とスクリプト、会員限定のコミュニティ、月1回Austin and ArthurとのZoom晩酌は「AAフレンズ」でご利用いただけます! 詳しくはこちら→ iu-connect.com/aa-shokai
この回が1番好きです、何回も見てる。ありがとう!
Youre both kinda right. Racial profiling is never okay, however its the disrespectful foreign tourists who are also destroying japan.
Seattle's famous teriyaki chicken is originally a Nikkei people(Japanese-American) dish. It is said that Japanese immigrants began grilling chicken on an iron griddle at festivals and gatherings in the olden days. When I stayed in Seattle for the first time 25 years ago, I was so surprised to see so many teriyaki shops there. I tried some of them and was even more surprised by the sweet flavor like the sauce of mitarashi dango. However, there were also some delicious shop without sweet sauce, and Yasuko's Teriyaki near Seattle U was my favorite. Last year I visited Seattle for the first time in 14 years, and most of the teriyaki stores were gone and Yasuko's seemed to have closed. Thai and Korean food seemed to be more popular now(I love both though). I highly recommend Maneki Restaurant in Japantown, International District, which has been around for a long time(since before WW2). You guys may have heard of it.
Recently, I have been asked how to get to Inokashira-Line in Shibuya. It is pretty match difficult to explain in Japanese, why not in English. I hereby declare that just because I am wearing T-Shirts with MIT or Harvard logos, it does not necessarily mean that I can speak English.
I definitely agree with Austin's opinion about racial profiling. I think people who drink outside in Shibya are not tourists but foreign and local people who live near Tokyo while the problem in Kyoto is actually mainly caused by tourists. So there may be different approaches for it? In addition, local people in Kyoto would consider anyone comes from outside Kyoto as an outsider. Probably they are more familiar with tourists fron foreign countries than domestic tourists.
広島に旅行している子供が外国人観光客に『Japanese kids!how polite!?look!look it!』と指さされて動画撮られて、そそくさと荷物を抱えて移動していました。 これは胸が痛い事態です。 指を刺されて動画を撮られ、なんと言われてるかも分からず嫌な気持ちだったでしょう……
Japan is not experiencing over tourism. Kyoto has a problem with too many tourists packed into too few spaces. Japan also has a problem with English as a lingua Franca, and they need to change the way it is taught and how it is tested at the university level. But talking about “Japan’s over tourism” isn’t helpful nor is it accurate.
“too many tourists packed into too few spaces” is literally the definition of over tourism.
What’s your definition of over tourism?
@@theaustinandarthurshow relative to other high tourist destinations, eg france, Spain, California, Vancouver. Japan has a sales problem and that’s that nearly all gaijin tourists come to Kyoto and Tokyo with some in Nara, Hiroshima and Yokohama. But anyone who lives here knows there is so much more and every prefecture has something to offer.
@@fisheggs_rule but it’s not Japan-it’s Kyoto and some parts of Tokyo.
Glad that you brought up this topic. There’s already some comments mentioning the idea of local discounts, and I 100% agree with that. Only people who have their IDs showing they live there can get discount. Tourist price itself isn’t a bad idea but doesn’t go well with Japanese culture. No more racial profiling and pointless discussion.
Well local discount is not really good, but rather higher rate to foreigners is the best choice to maintain the country good so that only people loving Japan (except the official visa holders) can come visit and maintain public order, since a lot of bad things have happened ..
@@Arrrow54 thanks for sharing your thoughts. You mean there should be one price? My question for you is that if you have tourists price and local price, how you find whether they’re just tourists or residents. Having two prices and deciding which price should be applied to someone in front of you just by their appearance is defs racial profile.
I totally understand that Austin wants everyone to be treated equally, which is definitely what all of us should do, but I want him to understand and admit that Japanese in general have good manners. We never bother a convenience store to the point where the store decides to put up a fence. We never urinate on a shrine gate, nor do we kick and punch deers in Nara(considered divine in Shinto) (Both of them are what some Asian guys did... I was devastated to see that.) Few of us litter in the street , except for those who like to hang out at nightlife districts and those who were not raised well. I totally agree with you guys that we shouldn't expect too much from foreign people who are from low-context culture, though. We should put a lot of effort into getting them to understand our culture, etiquette and religion.
I support the tourist price. Residents can show their ID or utility bill etc. to prove their address where they pay the resident tax that goes to maintaining these facilities. Sounds like a fair deal to me. Just to make it sound less attacking though, they tend to phrase it 'local's discount (e.g. 県民割)' instead of tourist price. Enjoyed the pod as always :)
鳥居登ってたり、お稲荷さんの脇で子供にオシッコさせたり。お年寄りに道も譲らずのさばってるし。困ってますよ。 One of my American friends told me that you still had a place that you could stand up. Fair enough.
日本を離れて10年以上・・・オレゴン州に住んでます。 友人たちから、どこへ行っても外国人ばかり・・と言う話は聞かされていました。 久しく日本へ戻ってませんが、お話しを聞きながら「なんだかなぁ~😮💨」と溜息をついてしまいました。 FBにも、誰のアカウントかわかりませんが、日本に関して情報を発信している投稿にはAIで作成されたような日本の写真が掲載されてたり・・。埼玉のクルド人の問題もニュースで知ったり・・・。 今、一時帰国したら、「昔の日本は今いずこ?」と感じるのでしょうか。 It doesn't matter which country they come from or whether they live in Japan. What matters most to me is the state of mind of the person❤
8年前にオレゴンから帰国したとき、あれ?私、ここでパスポートいるんだっけ?と思ったものです。
Thanks!
Thank you very much!
I'd like to see you guys talk outdoors someday.
I think what they should do is to raise the price for everyone just as Austin said. But then issue coupons and publicize them only to the residents in Japan (i.e. including foreigners who are actually living here and not just visiting). But tourists being overcharged does happen in other countries as well. Even in the States, there are many universities where foreigners have to pay double the amount of tuition than an American.
Your talk about the vulnerabilities of a greedy character reminds me of No Face in Spirited Away.
Speaking of the war. Have you ever visited Atomic Bomb Memorial Museum in Hiroshima and Nagasaki? I’m so curious how do American people think about these tragedies.
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I enjoy listening your talk series. I would like to tell you what I always wonder about. I am not sure if it is only in Japan, though. I wonder why they show a person’s “age” in captions on TV shows or SNS etc.. Have you ever realized that in a lot of cases there is a person’s age shown in captions written next to his or her name. I can’t explain well. I hope you understand it. So, I would like you to talk about how important your age is among co-workers or friends. How differently it is considered in the US. For example, sometimes only 1-year-old difference is meant big in Japanese culture. 初めまして、いつも勉強させていただいています。さて、トピックになるかどうか、、、いつも不思議に思っているのですが、日本では、たとえば朝の番組とか、出演者の紹介のキャプションにその人の年齢がカッコ()で入るのですが、なんで???って思うのです。アメリカのTVでもそんなことありますか?ネットの記事でもその人の名前と一緒に頻繁に年齢が出ていると思うのですが、、、。 その人が何歳かどうかって、日本とアメリカではどのくらい重要度があるかと思うことがあり、トークのトピックにならないかしら?と思いました。 全然、わけわからない感じでしたら、すみません(初めての投稿でした)。。。
First, thank you for a great video this time too!! I really want you two to watch “Nausicca of the Valley of the Wind”. This is old Miyazaki film in 1984, before he made Studio Ghibli. He made two great films before Totoro, “Nausicca” and “Castle in the sky”. Tbh, I’m not a fan of Ghibli (I watched most of their works though),but I love “Nausicca”which has a epic theme . This film is describing how foolish human beings are trough wars and destroying nature, at the same time, we can see a hope to human beings, thanks to the main character Nausicca. She is a girl who is really wise, thoughtful, kind, strong and peaceful. The best films for big fans of MiyazakiI are “ Nausicca” and “Castle in the sky” , so please enjoy this film and discover new things about Miyazaki film!!
@@user-vd3yn8db6s castle in the sky is Arthur’s favorite ghibli movie! Nausicaa is also really good too!
@@theaustinandarthurshowWow, you two already watched them! I’m so glad to hear that you two like them😊! Thank you for your reply☆
ジブリではないのですが、PLAN75という映画を観ていただきたいです。高齢化社会での死という重いテーマですが、ぜひ、お二人の考えをお聞きしたいです。
風立ちぬは戦争映画じゃなくて作家論だしな。ジブリじゃないけど、戦争ネタならゴジラ-1.0とかかな。 アメリカ人は日本人より戦争の記憶が近い分、まだ俯瞰視できてない気がする。PTSD問題も自分ごととして感情的に反応する印象。
IMO, Naushika did the whole anti-war theme way better
I highly recommend The Wind Rises. While it carries the same anti-war message as other films, it stands out from other Miyazaki works by targeting a more mature audience, delving into themes of love and life's callings. The music by Joe Hisaishi, composed for a smaller band, is outstanding as well!
考察が深くてまた映画を見直したくなりました!thanks for sharing🙂↕️🌿
I'd love for you two to watch The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, directed by Isao Takahata (who also directed Grave of the Fireflies) and have a discussion about it! The source material is a Japanese classic, and the animation is a masterpiece that reaches the level of art. The reason I want you two to watch it is that when I, and other Japanese people I've watched it with, see this anime, we feel a sense of nostalgia for the "original scenery of Japan". On the other hand, I'm curious to know what kind of emotions people from other countries experience when they watch it.
I guess you choose this theme following the Japanese custom in August. For me It was really valuable to hear that. But I slightly felt strange that you two didn't mentioned about what is happening now. I believe it was on your minds though.
As a Japanese resident in Seattle for six years, I'm curious about how you and other Americans perceive "The Wind Rises." The film tells the story of a character who, perhaps reluctantly, helped design Kamikaze warplanes that were used in WWII. When I visited the Museum of Flight, I noticed a description in front of a B-29 airplane stating that the atomic bomb helped end the war. This gave me mixed feelings, but I realize it may be viewed as a historical fact by others. I'd like to understand how Americans feel about Kamikaze and their portrayal in history and media. I'd also like to mention that during SeaFair, where the US Navy Blue Angels performed, I noticed a poster on an electric pillar that described the Blue Angels as promoting war propaganda. I enjoyed the show as entertainment, but it made me realize that not everyone shares the same perspective.
I would like you guys to talk about Princess Mononoke, because when I listened to the episode you talked about 日米の信仰の違い, it reminded me of Princess Mononoke. it's my most favourite Miyazaki film. I watched it over and over when I was a kid and I could say that it has created my own identity.
just ordered it! we'll do it as soon as we can.
@@theaustinandarthurshow Thank you! Can't wait 🍻
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