Day in the Life of a Japanese Ramen Chef

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  • This is Tokyo life working in Japan at a Japanese Ramen Shop as a Ramen Chef. Japanese workers are often portrayed as Salarymen but in this video we focus on Japanese food services industry and what it is like to work in a Japanese restaurant. This is a day in the life of a Japanese Chef, Tetsuya, 41 years old, working in Japan at a ramen store, karashibi miso ramen Kinkanbo. It's a popular spicy ramen shop in Tokyo Japan serving a devil ramen. We see Japanese working hours as well as Japanese workers in a Tokyo ramen restaurant, a peek into Japanese life. Tetsuya starts the day in his apartment and as an average Japanese worker, he commutes to work in Tokyo via train. It only takes him 20 minutes to get to work, but soon after arriving, he's busy working at the Japanese food restaurant and preparing Japanese ramen noodles for customers. His main duty is the manager of the ramen shop, but he also creates new gentei limited time menu items as a Japanese ramen chef. Life in Tokyo is amazing and part of this is because we have dedicated workers in Japan that keep the city running. To be a Japanese chef you must really have a passion for what you do. If you are ever looking for a spicy food challenge or spicy ramen challenge in Tokyo, then the Kikanbo ramen shop should be you first destination. But don't worry, if you can't eat spicy ramen, the ramen shop also prepares non-spicy version of the ramen bowl. Customers can choose their level of spiciness from low all the way to Oni level, aka Devil ramen. Enjoy this Japanese food tour of a Japanese ramen shop.
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  • @PaolofromTOKYO
    @PaolofromTOKYO  Před 4 lety +1803

    paolofrom.tokyo/ditl - Watch all my Japan Day in the Life videos
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    • @Type1DomoGuy
      @Type1DomoGuy Před 4 lety +35

      It be interesting if u did a day in the life of manga artist or maybe the day in the life of cafe worker. Just some suggestions or maybe the day in the life of a Sumo wrestler or pro wrestler.

    • @brianhuang3033
      @brianhuang3033 Před 4 lety +8

      Or day of the life of a CZcams vlogger!

    • @kzero1499
      @kzero1499 Před 4 lety +10

      Foreign English teacher would be a good one since that's generally what people who get work visa's end up in afaik

    • @khonable
      @khonable Před 4 lety +1

      Great series please keep it up, thanks!

    • @PaolofromTOKYO
      @PaolofromTOKYO  Před 4 lety +11

      @Brandon Robinson Glad you love it since I have a lot more videos coming!

  • @peter_parkour
    @peter_parkour Před 3 lety +10426

    This man is 41 years-old, sleeps 5 hours a day and has the audacity to have glowing skin. He doesn't look a day over 30.

    • @kangmasprabu3523
      @kangmasprabu3523 Před 3 lety +270

      Peter Parkour it's in our genes,pretty lucky tobe east asians...

    • @amirzaeem1018
      @amirzaeem1018 Před 3 lety +521

      maybe because he has little stress, after all he does enjoy his job

    • @IRatatatI
      @IRatatatI Před 3 lety +127

      It’s the lack of facial hair and he’s never really in the sun, it goes a long way!

    • @kimberlyy911
      @kimberlyy911 Před 3 lety +242

      It’s the heat from the kitchen and the broth. Like a steam sauna for your skin

    • @Hello-uk5xp
      @Hello-uk5xp Před 3 lety +16

      Yup ur government doesn’t like this genes, because old Japanese people never die and babies aren’t born

  • @joshuaford6700
    @joshuaford6700 Před 4 lety +12092

    The owner is a prime example of how to be a boss. The ramen wasn't good enough. But instead of berating him he told him EXACTLY how to fix it gave him perfect guidance.

    • @alexanderflores6438
      @alexanderflores6438 Před 4 lety +640

      Umm, no. He quite literally only said to emphasize the squid flavor, since the noodles were overwhelming that flavor. It's still up to him how to create it
      WHY do you think the ramen chef is constantly looking for new flavors and spices? It's experimental, that's why he enjoys his job so much.

    • @maraudamemes
      @maraudamemes Před 4 lety +56

      @@alexanderflores6438 FACTS

    • @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459
      @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459 Před 4 lety +341

      Joshua Ford I wish I had a boss that didn’t tear me down over simple mistakes. Some bosses don’t realize how toxic they are.

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone Před 4 lety +178

      ​@lion yeah dude i love paying the high tokyo rent with 'respect', working class people everywhere are working harder than ever and there is plenty of resistance in japan to the austerity and work culture that creates such extreme stress and alcoholism epidemics

    • @morgana0110
      @morgana0110 Před 4 lety +101

      @lion actually, let me tell you how you're wrong
      work tradition in japan is, the more time you spend in the company, the more valued you are.
      it doesnt matter how productive you are. There are multiple interviews from AsianBoss talking about the overwork mentality in Japan. Go figure

  • @chocolateaddictedartist5924
    @chocolateaddictedartist5924 Před 2 lety +962

    Paolo: "They have to get customers in & out as quickly as possible."
    Naruto, spending hours at the ramen place: ...

    • @arcadeplayer9804
      @arcadeplayer9804 Před 2 lety +19

      But he ate a lot...so, a win win for both

    • @umarshakir6284
      @umarshakir6284 Před 2 lety

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    • @ryugujiken998
      @ryugujiken998 Před 2 lety

      Hinata made this guy famous.... soooooooooo

    • @ryugujiken998
      @ryugujiken998 Před 2 lety +5

      @Pyscho Path Yeah but Hinata broke the record for 46 ramen bowls earlier right. That's what I meant. But Naruto was the one who gave the original feel of Ichiraku ramen.

    • @joanmarie3439
      @joanmarie3439 Před 2 lety

      lol true

  • @jessehenderson2967
    @jessehenderson2967 Před 2 lety +669

    "I feel like so much has already happened, but the day is just beginning."
    Welcome to Kitchen Life.....

  • @gojo76
    @gojo76 Před 3 lety +17025

    This poor guy despite working 12-13hours a day he's extremely friendly and cheerful ,what a great guy

    • @jamessutton1983
      @jamessutton1983 Před 3 lety +964

      He must love making ramen

    • @dhananjayamiththanthaya2996
      @dhananjayamiththanthaya2996 Před 3 lety +606

      its his passion

    • @octizhm
      @octizhm Před 3 lety +168

      If he showed his true colors he would probably vanish and no one would question it or they may face the same doom

    • @Aaronskiii
      @Aaronskiii Před 3 lety +111

      Maybe he really like’s his job?

    • @octizhm
      @octizhm Před 3 lety +317

      @@Aaronskiii
      That is rare, every person says they wish they had a dream job or a job they really like but? My opinion is unless I get to go to work when I feel like working and wake up when I feel like waking up,its just another fucking job

  • @martipg3866
    @martipg3866 Před 4 lety +3076

    what i've learned about this series:
    -Japan is clean af
    -Everybody in Japan wake up suspiciously early
    -NOT the life of a Yakuza member

    • @eriklerougeuh5772
      @eriklerougeuh5772 Před 4 lety +25

      i ate a well noted (on internet) small izakaya in osaka...all the wall were yellow of fat/oil with clear drop of them very dirty lol, yet the kitchen look clean, and it was really good but i wont comeback lol, you have also restaurant in tokyo which are open 24/7 near train station...i see the biggest BUG of my life there, like 5cm on the wall near my food, just wonder how you can have a clean kitchen in staying open 24/7...?
      you know in tokyo/osaka there high competition, the bad ones cant survive, but like everywhere you have dirty kitchen, cheap tricks too, one of the best methode to find a restaurant is to look if there a line in the street, if people wait for it, its probably a good one too !

    • @stanleychen3929
      @stanleychen3929 Před 4 lety +37

      ERIK LEROUGEUH i regret reading this comment mannn, way too long and disorganized haha

    • @martipg3866
      @martipg3866 Před 4 lety

      @@stanleychen3929 good

    • @joyboy6515
      @joyboy6515 Před 3 lety +7

      You should wake up early it’s healthy

    • @RobertFierce
      @RobertFierce Před 3 lety

      LUL

  • @oneshot478
    @oneshot478 Před 11 měsíci +63

    Last month I finally had the chance to visit Tokyo. During my stay I have tried this ramen and this was hands down the best bowl of ramen I ever had. Thank you so much for showcasing this place. If you are in Tokyo please try it out.

    • @saipruthvi890
      @saipruthvi890 Před 7 měsíci

      Did u meet the dude who’s in the video ?

    • @oneshot478
      @oneshot478 Před 7 měsíci

      @@saipruthvi890 unfortunately no, but all the staff was really nice.

  • @teekatas
    @teekatas Před 3 lety +728

    Watching videos about how various chef made their dishes, I'll never whine about price again, especially if it's good food. The time they put on their food is just tremendous, not to mention the heat or most-tedious-but-necessary part like cleaning up. Respect!

    • @crazyspace6792
      @crazyspace6792 Před rokem +1

      They were charging $10….

    • @hikarricore_
      @hikarricore_ Před rokem +14

      @@crazyspace6792 that’s kinda a normal price in japan

    • @dellsantiago8108
      @dellsantiago8108 Před rokem +1

      True

    • @Goleon
      @Goleon Před rokem +14

      @@crazyspace6792 - Dude, I’ve been to places that serve more than that for most dishes. Ten dollars for a good size bowl of food like that is a gift from the gods.

    • @crazyspace6792
      @crazyspace6792 Před rokem +1

      @@Goleon Thats the point. Read the room.

  • @purplenymphe2572
    @purplenymphe2572 Před 4 lety +4673

    He's so hardworking yet so chill. No bossing people around, no "I'm better than everyone else" attitude that's so common in the West. God bless him.

    • @GplusGains
      @GplusGains Před 4 lety +71

      Are you Japanese? Do you hate America? Did you go through puberty wishing you were an anime character?

    • @LatoyaChan
      @LatoyaChan Před 4 lety +50

      GplusGains Why ask all that?

    • @luispaez5728
      @luispaez5728 Před 4 lety +22

      Such a fallacy. You keep on thinking that attitude doesn't happen in Japan too.

    • @fen4613
      @fen4613 Před 4 lety +66

      ....yeaaaahhh, if you think that attitude doesn’t exist in east asia, you have no idea what you’re talking about. Lived there and honestly, I often prefer when people are at least honest about their intentions and superiority complexes. Business bullying in Japan is vicious and you can’t tell who’s real, because everyone has a fake smile. West or east, doesn’t matter, people are still people.

    • @conniecarter994
      @conniecarter994 Před 4 lety +4

      Middle east as well..

  • @raserus
    @raserus Před 4 lety +8060

    41 years old?! He looks like he's in his 20s!

  • @moonlightmelody2166
    @moonlightmelody2166 Před 2 lety +324

    I'm so addicted to this series, whenever i'm tired i always rewatch the series.
    Thank you so much paolo

  • @panchorr1444
    @panchorr1444 Před 2 lety +179

    Besides being a good worker, he is really handsome.

    • @sarahchan4807
      @sarahchan4807 Před 2 lety +4

      I liked your comment because I agree. I think he 's cool.

    • @xsub253
      @xsub253 Před 2 lety +8

      no way he is 41

    • @julianius484
      @julianius484 Před 2 lety +11

      @@xsub253 My man looks like 21

    • @MrsLPAmy
      @MrsLPAmy Před 2 lety +2

      For real and he's 41? Crazy

    • @SlowDaddie
      @SlowDaddie Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah he has a sense of style.

  • @haptkkf33d
    @haptkkf33d Před 3 lety +7253

    For those criticizing the boss...that's how you make progress. You push the talent you hired because you know they're capable of doing better. He wasn't putting him down He was giving constructive criticism. And that's why he has successful ramen shops.... While you eat top ramen.

    • @haptkkf33d
      @haptkkf33d Před 3 lety +453

      @@yagami817 exactly. I'm in a leadership position at my company. I even request that people do not shy away from calling me out when they see something I do that could be an error. Why? Because I hired people who are intelligent and capable of thinking for themselves and I am not a perfect person. I want to grow as well and knowing where I could do better will only push me to improve.

    • @monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217
      @monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217 Před 3 lety +40

      Nepalese; bhutanese; chinese; north eastern indians; burmese; japanese; south korean; north korean; phillipinas; Singaporeans; malyasians
      All the women in these countries look like you. You guys need to take a break

    • @hillerychan9483
      @hillerychan9483 Před 3 lety +193

      @@monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217 What? 😂 I didn’t get what you were trying to say at all

    • @jayasuriyas2604
      @jayasuriyas2604 Před 3 lety +110

      @@monkvegeta-thepursuerofpea7217 who are you replying to?

    • @hioze3154
      @hioze3154 Před 3 lety +19

      Yeah these guys are so ignorant you have better advice then most people

  • @heyquantboy
    @heyquantboy Před 4 lety +5717

    I'm just wondering how Paolo sneaks into everybody's home in the mornings before they get up and shadows them until the end of the day.

    • @MinhHoang-cj6nk
      @MinhHoang-cj6nk Před 4 lety +358

      Paolo probably gave the person he would film with one of his cameras the night before

    • @juliam3160
      @juliam3160 Před 4 lety +506

      he probably comes early and has them pretend to get up

    • @alisalih227
      @alisalih227 Před 4 lety +158

      I think its filmed in a random time just to show us

    • @domikano9978
      @domikano9978 Před 4 lety +626

      The real question is how he gets to the train destination before the person he’s interviewing

    • @tyrantotm6677
      @tyrantotm6677 Před 4 lety +87

      He’s an ex-stalker

  • @tophat7735
    @tophat7735 Před 2 lety +56

    I love the owner eating the entire bowl to give the best advice. I think it’s considerate to the effort made, but also gives a more thoughtful response. Not a first impression taste, but a start to finish understanding.

    • @ililnavehbenjamin
      @ililnavehbenjamin Před 11 měsíci +10

      very good point! he doesn't just sample it. he eats the whole thing even though he's not thrilled with the first bites. that's respect to his employee.

  • @macedonianmessi9613
    @macedonianmessi9613 Před 2 lety +207

    I know these extremely long work days are the norm in Japan but they just shouldn't be, guy wakes up at 6.30am to begin his work day which ends at 11/11.30pm, when you consider the time it takes for him to get home and such there's virtually no time left in that 24 hour span for yourself at all.
    I work a "9-5" Job, though most days I run over and at least 2 days in the week I'm working until about 8pm, my jobs stressful but I know that at least I have at least a couple hours each night where I can relax or do something to enjoy my time, I'm also compensated for my overtime which doesn't really happen in Japan.
    Credit to anyone working in countries where this is the norm, made of much stronger stuff than myself.

    • @kurekurekurekure5938
      @kurekurekurekure5938 Před 2 lety +3

      I'm not sure how long you live in and work in Japan, but what you say comes from what you have experienced.
      Judging from your comments you think you perfectly understand the Japanese.
      I hope you know everyone has each own thinking.

    • @fmls8266
      @fmls8266 Před 2 lety +37

      @Uriah Bruffett In which universe?
      He's working more than 12 hours a day lmao

    • @lolomgwtfkaya6066
      @lolomgwtfkaya6066 Před 2 lety +7

      @@kurekurekurekure5938 Unfortunately their way of thinking is a result of cultural peer pressure from back in 1970.

    • @kurekurekurekure5938
      @kurekurekurekure5938 Před 2 lety

      @@fmls8266 ,
      He enjoys his job and he seems like it is not long but short, becuase he cannot get more than 24 hours.

    • @kurekurekurekure5938
      @kurekurekurekure5938 Před 2 lety

      @@lolomgwtfkaya6066 ,
      thank you for the reply.
      I'm not sure what you mean but I'm relieved.

  • @KP-dd2ci
    @KP-dd2ci Před 4 lety +2911

    Anyone else impressed that the guy is 41, but could easily pass for 30??

    • @davids.6465
      @davids.6465 Před 4 lety +75

      I was strolling down looking for this comment. I had to rewind to double check, I thought he said 31 lol.

    • @drivesthecar3247
      @drivesthecar3247 Před 4 lety +61

      All Asians hold their age really REALLY well!!
      If an Asian looks "old"... They Are OLD!!!
      I was an exchange student in showa58, my hosts & friends got a real kick out of me trying to guess their ages! I was always... ALWAYS 10 years too shy! I wised up and started adding 10 to my estimate... they quit asking! }:] Then I'd have to explain my "secret". :D
      ps. There's absolutely nothing racist about my age comments. It's just a fact of life!

    • @danzena4059
      @danzena4059 Před 4 lety +48

      I would have thought he was in his late twenties. Asians tends to age quite well. My best friend is Japanese, she's 51 but easily looks in her early or mid 30's.

    • @flytyingty
      @flytyingty Před 4 lety +42

      asian don't raisin baby

    • @BadatStuff
      @BadatStuff Před 4 lety +45

      When you actually legitimately enjoy your career, you are a lot less stressed than most people going to a job
      Less stress means you look a lot younger

  • @derpy3517
    @derpy3517 Před 4 lety +1559

    this mans smiled when he said he get 5 hours of sleep. i cant smile with any amount of sleep. this guy is a legend

    • @VerisimilitudeDude
      @VerisimilitudeDude Před 4 lety +72

      That's because he enjoys what he does

    • @ChuukeseStink
      @ChuukeseStink Před 4 lety +66

      He's dying inside.

    • @ChuukeseStink
      @ChuukeseStink Před 4 lety +30

      @Roseki Why do you think the suicide rate is high in Japan?

    • @Hungabrigoo
      @Hungabrigoo Před 4 lety +19

      @Roseki Thank you man! You could be my anger translator.

    • @piplup10203854
      @piplup10203854 Před 4 lety +3

      No kidding right, I barely even get up. I used to get about 6 hours a night if I was lucky and worked 14-16 hour shifts and then do it everyday but I had weekends most times and evenings so it wasn't the worst but I definitely could never do what this man does everyday legend indeed

  • @martink9785
    @martink9785 Před 2 lety +121

    That chef works hard and obviously loves his job. It's great to have a boss that pushes you and gives constructive criticism. That man will go far (and be very very tired)

  • @LTJProductionOfficial
    @LTJProductionOfficial Před rokem +70

    I like the way his boss pointing him the ways to try new ways to enhance the taste of his own ramen menu. Instead of berating him, he show him how to make the meal taste good, and giving him hints too.

    • @lightup6751
      @lightup6751 Před rokem +1

      Huh? Thats literally anyone normal boss. Its only crappy leaders that berate instead of improve their workers

    • @poplix2704
      @poplix2704 Před rokem +8

      @@lightup6751 True, but unfortunately a lot of bosses do berate and seeing constructive criticism which can actually be worked with is refreshing and nice to see.

  • @pamelanadel3787
    @pamelanadel3787 Před 4 lety +842

    The owner is very fortunate to have such a dedicated employee.

  • @mrsunj2
    @mrsunj2 Před 4 lety +3801

    he walks like a gta character

    • @xXpinayXx
      @xXpinayXx Před 4 lety +65

      I thought I was the only one who picked this up

    • @LuiZ-jy1pi
      @LuiZ-jy1pi Před 4 lety +312

      "I'm going to record your daily life so just act natural"
      The magical words to turn you into a well of awkwardness

    • @RAF_Ai
      @RAF_Ai Před 4 lety +5

      hahahahahahaha dead

    • @kannatheweeb8836
      @kannatheweeb8836 Před 4 lety +4

      Lol

    • @TheSteph2785
      @TheSteph2785 Před 4 lety +47

      *aww shit here we go again*

  • @PlaDyl
    @PlaDyl Před 2 lety +88

    I like how constructive and encouraging the owner was. Also, I love how passionate this guy is

    • @chloeeng6811
      @chloeeng6811 Před 2 lety +1

      and he wasnt rude about it

    • @MarioMastar
      @MarioMastar Před 3 měsíci

      @@chloeeng6811 Everyone assumes bosses seem to only exist to be cruel and condescending, but they have to remember, as much as Tetsuya loves this job, if his boss is mean or bad, his boss will lose all those workers. A good boss keeps everyone motivated while also improving them with tips so they can take thier place one day. It's like that manager said in the other restaurant themed video with the guy who drives around town, "Japan needs to give more opportunities for the youth. We need to stop that reputation of older people looking down on the younger and instead help build them up. That's the only way we'll move forward."
      Sides the boss seems like a chill guy. Wearing that cap. Not doing the whole "Suit and too good for you" look we usually imagine.

  • @zeineddine228
    @zeineddine228 Před rokem +13

    Ate here yesterday. About a 20min wait around noon but so worth it. Watching this channel really paid off for our 4 day trip here in Japan.

  • @FlipCitii
    @FlipCitii Před 4 lety +2338

    I think this is one of the best series. Really gives insight on the real life people in Japan.

  • @moonhead4057
    @moonhead4057 Před 4 lety +1670

    He slept for just 5 hours and yet he's pretty lively. On the other hand, me who slept for at least 7 hours can't even do a 5 minute walk from home to store.

    • @youngmeetro_2555
      @youngmeetro_2555 Před 4 lety +17

      Dont worry you're just unfit

    • @moonhead4057
      @moonhead4057 Před 4 lety +82

      @@youngmeetro_2555 If you mean by unfit is "I'm not physically fit", well you're right. But if you mean that I'm unfit as "I don't fit with society", ouch man 🥺

    • @FunboxAsia
      @FunboxAsia Před 4 lety +21

      i sleep 5 hours a day and im fine. Just depends on each person and what your body needs.

    • @UditENG-xi4pu
      @UditENG-xi4pu Před 4 lety +12

      @@FunboxAsia Exactly some of the people I know day that we need at least 8 or 7 hours. But it really depends on your body if it's working how you want it to everything is good.

    • @lord9562
      @lord9562 Před 3 lety +7

      Its all about the quality of sleep (and not just the quantity alone). If your body is really tired one good sleep cycle (around 5 hours) is just fine. This is like the crazy Western "2 litres of water a day" generalization whether you are in the Sahara or Siberia!

  • @aznsweety
    @aznsweety Před 2 lety +25

    I really admire people who take pride in their work, no matter what type of job they have. He paid special attention to everything that went into that bowl of ramen. If the noodles or the broth weren't perfect, he made them again. Other people would be like whatever. I'm sure he'll achieve his goal of scoring 100. The people in Paolo's videos are so hardworking. It makes me want to do better.

  • @mrbeans2425
    @mrbeans2425 Před 2 lety +283

    All their ingredients are so fresh too. i love Japanese food, and the culture sooooo much! Everything in Japan is an Art, i love how much passion they take in their work.
    I also love how EVERYONE say Itadakimasu ("I am going to receive the lives of animals and plants for my own life" Or "I receive this food" ) before they eat. the respect is unmatched in Japan.

    • @darkale658
      @darkale658 Před 2 lety +15

      @@theaxiom191 weebs are gonna weeb you know how that goes

    • @user-ub8lt7gv2h
      @user-ub8lt7gv2h Před rokem +1

      HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

    • @user-ub8lt7gv2h
      @user-ub8lt7gv2h Před rokem +4

      Japans chikan culture is art omfg japan is so perfect paradise ahahahahaha weeb

    • @crazyspace6792
      @crazyspace6792 Před rokem +3

      Okay calm down there.

    • @mrbeans2425
      @mrbeans2425 Před rokem

      @@crazyspace6792 NNNNNoooooooo

  • @pxndav1097
    @pxndav1097 Před 4 lety +1991

    Paolo: How much did you sleep?
    Ramen Chef: I SLEPT 5 HOURS (in a happy voice)

  • @MrSlashfreak27
    @MrSlashfreak27 Před 3 lety +2331

    he`s 41? that dude look like his still on his late 20's

    • @overnightclassic2
      @overnightclassic2 Před 3 lety +45

      He looks 41. If he wasn't overworked he'd look 10 years younger than he does.

    • @mingi1489
      @mingi1489 Před 3 lety +79

      Mo Sabri he looks between 28-35

    • @aky4360
      @aky4360 Před 3 lety +9

      @Lillian Perry Plottwist: Real life in Anime

    • @robertwilsoniii2048
      @robertwilsoniii2048 Před 3 lety +3

      @@aky4360 Probably more accurate tbh. Probably why anime resonates with such a wide audience.

    • @ngonz89
      @ngonz89 Před 3 lety +21

      Yeah I thought he was early 30s, he’s really handsome. It seems Japanese people have a low marriage rate too.

  • @ivanichianus
    @ivanichianus Před rokem +10

    From waking up at 6:30am, getting ready and being at work at 8:50am then not leaving until 11:30-11:45pm
    Damn that’s wild…and I don’t remember him taking many breaks.

    • @Andrew-zr1jt
      @Andrew-zr1jt Před 11 měsíci +2

      Seems almost slavery to me , poor guy , too many hours.

  • @SabresMafia
    @SabresMafia Před 2 lety +67

    I love these 'Day in the Life' series, they inspire me to be better. It really means a lot to me!

  • @SoulfulVeg
    @SoulfulVeg Před 4 lety +1465

    Becoming a ramen chef is a really big deal. He's actually pretty young to head a restaurant, so he's probably been working his butt off for years. What an incredible work eithic!

    • @cocofluff
      @cocofluff Před 4 lety +113

      That may explain why he seems not to have a wife or kids. He works from morning to night!

    • @xXxSkyViperxXx
      @xXxSkyViperxXx Před 4 lety +40

      isnt he 41? do u guys still consider that as young?

    • @sundae6610
      @sundae6610 Před 4 lety +81

      @@xXxSkyViperxXx usually traditional ramen restaurant head were in their 50-ish

    • @lordjagi5683
      @lordjagi5683 Před 4 lety +10

      @lion it's probably cause they work too much and spend what little free time they have inside instead of going out

    • @leezanda8430
      @leezanda8430 Před 4 lety +4

      @@xXxSkyViperxXx japanes can live up to 90 yo . So hes still young

  • @taraclarissa
    @taraclarissa Před 4 lety +1956

    BOSS: "It needs work."
    *Continues to eat the entire bowl.

    • @RievnArgentae
      @RievnArgentae Před 4 lety +178

      that simply says that the ramen is actually good. But it's just not what they're looking for the new concept. Otherwise it will probably sells.

    • @yenhainguyen8567
      @yenhainguyen8567 Před 4 lety +115

      or it is just a behaviour of respect

    • @jayrivers8478
      @jayrivers8478 Před 4 lety +106

      @@yenhainguyen8567 Yes, it is a common courtesy and respect to finish the food that you've been given.. so I've heard. And that's actually a good thing.

    • @mnp2655
      @mnp2655 Před 4 lety +37

      It’s not because you’re keep eating that it’s good. Actually you need to taste/ eat it more and more to get all the flavours and to say what’s good and what’s bad.

    • @latenight3111
      @latenight3111 Před 4 lety +14

      This is a restaurant we are talking about, they know the value of food more than us, Plus Japanese are very respectful

  • @AhsaniTakwim
    @AhsaniTakwim Před rokem +39

    His walking style so unique

    • @esdrasmanrique6457
      @esdrasmanrique6457 Před rokem +3

      That's the style of a man that works 12 plus hours a day

    • @MarioMastar
      @MarioMastar Před 3 měsíci

      The hunched shoulders. I did notice. Doesn't look like he's able to relax but looks like he was just born that way. Bless him.

    • @AhsaniTakwim
      @AhsaniTakwim Před 3 měsíci

      @@MarioMastar thankyou sir for the explanation

  • @mikab.4838
    @mikab.4838 Před 2 lety +40

    I didn't realise how much work goes into making ramen! So much more respect!

  • @Fatima-hz7sw
    @Fatima-hz7sw Před 3 lety +4640

    Is it just me or would it be cool if Paolo had a day in the life of Paolo. Like watch him film someone else but someone is filming him while he is filming?

  • @CoasterSwitch
    @CoasterSwitch Před 3 lety +4653

    Parents: You must sleep 8 hours for a healthy life!
    Tetsuya: Yes...

    • @tommyortega7796
      @tommyortega7796 Před 3 lety +180

      Ramen: 5 , take it or leave it
      Tetsuya: yes honey

    • @Tiaoyang_Xiaoyang
      @Tiaoyang_Xiaoyang Před 3 lety +64

      Tetsuya: Honey I'm going to work
      Ramen: OK darling take care * smile *

    • @superjimi3236
      @superjimi3236 Před 2 lety +27

      School: 3, take it or leave it

    • @zawarudo75
      @zawarudo75 Před 2 lety +5

      4: leave it or take it

    • @Sailor_Mish
      @Sailor_Mish Před 2 lety +5

      34 missing assignments: 1, take it or suffer.

  • @spenxxerrr
    @spenxxerrr Před 2 lety +38

    I’m a citizen in HK and I’ve went to eat the ramen 🍜 there :) (鬼金捧香港) It’s really delicious and staffs are very friendly:) love it 🥰

  • @itsgonnabeanaurfromme
    @itsgonnabeanaurfromme Před 9 měsíci +17

    As someone who worked 36 hour shifts and 110 hour workweeks, i sincerely hope that man gets paid well for his work. Delegation and proper allocation is key to an intelligent system.

  • @DutchBane
    @DutchBane Před 3 lety +3275

    Japan would be the worst place for me since i am exceptionally lazy

    • @Skittles_Abyss
      @Skittles_Abyss Před 3 lety +182

      Japan seems nice, but in all honesty same I'm way too lazy lol.

    • @paparas6626
      @paparas6626 Před 3 lety +129

      Same here.. Most of the times i dont even finish a sent............

    • @kidgrave
      @kidgrave Před 3 lety +52

      I am also super lazy and love to wake up late. Japan seems so awesome but I think think I’d survive lol.

    • @PhysicsViolator
      @PhysicsViolator Před 3 lety +31

      I just like to work night shifts more than morning ones lmao

    • @persephone892
      @persephone892 Před 3 lety +27

      Maybe it will motivate us the lazy community to be more active

  • @bigusplatypus6235
    @bigusplatypus6235 Před 3 lety +3625

    Everyone gangsta till when you ask in english and the guy replys back in english

    • @johnsoapmactavish9921
      @johnsoapmactavish9921 Před 3 lety +17

      Do you not know what editing is?

    • @Caine61
      @Caine61 Před 3 lety +310

      @@johnsoapmactavish9921 Do you not know what a joke is?

    • @johnsoapmactavish9921
      @johnsoapmactavish9921 Před 3 lety +12

      @@Caine61 do you not know what a good joke is?

    • @Caine61
      @Caine61 Před 3 lety +163

      @@johnsoapmactavish9921 "Good joke" is a matter of opinion. You don't have to like the OP's joke but he clearly stated a meme and it went over your head.

    • @johnsoapmactavish9921
      @johnsoapmactavish9921 Před 3 lety +8

      @@Caine61 "he clearly stated a meme and it went over your head" honestly not if I understood in the beginning and stated it wasn't a good joke. You're trying to hard to sound smart, nice try though but you're not.

  • @smaapril
    @smaapril Před 2 lety +54

    This looks amazing! Now I really want to visit a ramen shop when I go to Japan in the future. I love your day in the life of videos because you pack so much important and interesting information in everything and yet make it soooo fun and enjoyable to watch. Thank you for making such amazing videos!

  • @emilyxiong2208
    @emilyxiong2208 Před 2 lety +26

    everyone in japan seems to be stylish. even the chef and butcher are stylish.

    • @nikito370
      @nikito370 Před 2 lety +2

      don´t believe everything you see

  • @mariak.1752
    @mariak.1752 Před 4 lety +1858

    I'm Japanese who live abroad. I left my country 20 years ago because of this. Working crazy long hours is very common in Japan and I think it is extremely sad! This video reminds me of my depressing old days...

    • @cindymora3860
      @cindymora3860 Před 4 lety +178

      i hope you are happy and have peace mind now!

    • @sashav.3189
      @sashav.3189 Před 4 lety +42

      Where do you live now? Do you have a better work, life balance? Did you move by yourself? If so, do you miss your family?

    • @mariak.1752
      @mariak.1752 Před 4 lety +437

      I live in Europe. I have a better work and much better life balance now. I moved all by myself. It wasn't easy but I tried and got succeeded. I often see my family so I don't have time to miss them. I am extremely happy!! 👍

    • @mariak.1752
      @mariak.1752 Před 4 lety +98

      Handsome squidward, if you are not happy where you live, then seek a better place. I am sure you will find a suitable place for you soon.

    • @hatakekakashi6278
      @hatakekakashi6278 Před 4 lety +16

      Yes, u did great. I had no idea you guys work like this Crazy. If i was there i would be dead already.

  • @TheDanceluver37
    @TheDanceluver37 Před 4 lety +748

    He has an incredible work ethic and personality. I hope he makes a hundred points on his next visit with the boss. My hat off to him.

    • @edelgardofhresvelgr1611
      @edelgardofhresvelgr1611 Před 4 lety +11

      Yeah, I hope he's got the 100% he wished for. Wish we could've seen that.

    • @driftspecs13
      @driftspecs13 Před 3 lety +5

      You say "incredible work ethic", I say "incredibly overworked and probably underpaid". Nobody--and I mean nobody--should be working a 15 hour day, or 17 hours if you add in his commute time. Fucking bullshit.

    • @TheDanceluver37
      @TheDanceluver37 Před 3 lety +1

      Grizz Your opinion was what I was referring to when I said “personality”. I agree with you 100 percent.

    • @kavindaaa
      @kavindaaa Před 3 lety

      Working 17 hours a day is not incredible work ethic, its called being brainwashed and trapped in a crap system.

  • @splatd7978
    @splatd7978 Před rokem +3

    It’s truly admirable how polite and courteous japanese people are

  • @NatashaChuah
    @NatashaChuah Před 2 lety +58

    Now that I see how much time and effort goes into preparation, the price tag is totally justified.

    • @amthatwas
      @amthatwas Před rokem +2

      That time and effort isn't even the most expensive part. The cost for the buildings, all of that equipment, and for all of the ingredients used in the food is much higher than people tend to think. And then when you've got a walk-in fridge and a bunch of burners running all the time and such, utility costs are insane. And then even things like napkins, paper, and cleaning supplies really add up in cost. It's so expensive to run a restaurant (or any type of business).

  • @tristanboy3857
    @tristanboy3857 Před 4 lety +1259

    "I slept 5 hours!" he says while casually walking to work. Then there's me barely able to get out of bed after nearly 8 hours of sleep...

    • @rahman9749
      @rahman9749 Před 4 lety +7

      8 hour of sleep is too much honestly. If you are at age of 22 and up, 6 hours of sleep should be enough.
      maybe its just your quality of sleep thats lacking.

    • @janjansen7983
      @janjansen7983 Před 4 lety +86

      @@rahman9749 Bullshit. Adults need 7 to 8 hours sleep a day. Professional sporters usually take up to 9. This guy could easily use 9 with 14 hour working days, I would call that professional sport as well.

    • @cainyourkids
      @cainyourkids Před 4 lety +3

      @@janjansen7983 idk man, as an adult, I usually grab around 5-6 hours of sleep on a daily basis

    • @jrex3
      @jrex3 Před 4 lety

      @@janjansen7983 Professional sporters? Athletes? If you meant athletes they need more because they are doing stuff that breaks down their bodies more than the average person such as lifting weights or running. Of course they need more than normal. But honestly 6 good hours of sleep without interruption isn't that bad. I Usually sleep 6ish hours a night every night and have been doing so for years now.

    • @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459
      @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459 Před 4 lety +2

      Malik Rahman the amount of sleep required varies from person to person. But one thing that affects how people sleep nowadays is the excessive use of blue light at night. Blue light messes up one’s circadian rhythm.

  • @GomezBro
    @GomezBro Před 4 lety +1835

    Imagine that!! They HOT clean their entire restaurant EVERY SINGLE night!! 😂 No one in the world compares to Japanese discipline. Simple as that...💯

    • @b.o.4469
      @b.o.4469 Před 4 lety +82

      Those bombs did wonders

    • @irfanqayyum2983
      @irfanqayyum2983 Před 4 lety +157

      @@b.o.4469 damn you are toxic

    • @renjoh
      @renjoh Před 4 lety +13

      @@b.o.4469 😂😂😂😂

    • @zhenyucai8688
      @zhenyucai8688 Před 4 lety +74

      Yeah that's part of their work schedule / ethics most of them work these long hours on a salary. No overtime pay, no bonuses. That's why the suicide rate is so high there. Life is stressful af.

    • @vertie2090
      @vertie2090 Před 4 lety +37

      Got big respect for the Japanese for being so incredibly diligent

  • @elitrey7209
    @elitrey7209 Před 2 lety +103

    When the Ramen Shop boss judged the Chef's soup,he sounded like an anime villain explaining to the protagonist why he lost the battle.

    • @joshlim1296
      @joshlim1296 Před 2 lety +13

      No I think the boss was more just giving constructive criticism

    • @marinasantos1111
      @marinasantos1111 Před 2 lety

      man shut up

    • @elitrey7209
      @elitrey7209 Před 2 lety +4

      @@marinasantos1111ironic and dumb of a name for someone who gets upset over a joke statement.

    • @GhostTheCreator
      @GhostTheCreator Před 2 lety +3

      Tbh, he's a great shop owner for instructing his employees well, giving them tips etc.

    • @elitrey7209
      @elitrey7209 Před 2 lety +3

      @@GhostTheCreator oh yeah I agree!

  • @-KMA-
    @-KMA- Před rokem +4

    Why would anyone want to criticize the boss, except those that cannot handle constructive criticism which is where we are in the world today.

    • @Astarrrrr
      @Astarrrrr Před rokem

      Americans aren’t used to good bosses who give u criticism that isn’t belittling.

    • @-KMA-
      @-KMA- Před rokem

      @@Astarrrrr some but not always. Most people should know the difference but nowadays you say one disapproving thing and they get bent out of shape; this would cause a riot.

  • @kevinkyu1
    @kevinkyu1 Před 3 lety +1303

    He's 41?!?!?!?!?!? I thought he's 27 or hitting 30. Wow, the glow 😏😏😏❤️❤️❤️

    • @thecatdrinkswine
      @thecatdrinkswine Před 3 lety +37

      All that steam in the kitchen helps I'm sure!

    • @vin6665
      @vin6665 Před 3 lety +45

      Well most asians on their early 40 still looks young (im not racist im asian too.)

    • @kevinkyu1
      @kevinkyu1 Před 3 lety +10

      @@vin6665 i knowwww right hahaha im 24 but still mistaken as a highschool student

    • @ohboots7633
      @ohboots7633 Před 3 lety +8

      @@vin6665 how would that be racist even if you weren’t asian

    • @jojo3764
      @jojo3764 Před 3 lety +6

      I'm 41, too (woman) but people take me as someone in her mid 20s (nope,I'm not bragging about my looks). So, when I see other Asians who look younger than their actual age, I always wonder how is it that we Asians happen to be this "way" ?!!!

  • @samyakmaurya6909
    @samyakmaurya6909 Před 3 lety +2860

    Who else is binging all his videos with no purpose in life

  • @angelanatasha4418
    @angelanatasha4418 Před 2 lety +46

    "I slept 5 hours"
    Oh hell no.

  • @ramal5708
    @ramal5708 Před 2 lety +13

    When there's people lining up outside your restaurant before you open it, you know you're serving delicious food.

  • @IcedWings
    @IcedWings Před 3 lety +1333

    Holy crap, theres way more that goes into ramen than I could have ever imagined. No wonder ramen shops in America just dont quite hit it right

    • @sylviaking8866
      @sylviaking8866 Před 3 lety +65

      Exactly. Cooking technique and no short cuts is what makes this so special.

    • @3npitsu992
      @3npitsu992 Před 3 lety +22

      You guys are getting ramen shops? Lucky, I live in a small town and best I can do is instant one.

    • @raymondlugo9960
      @raymondlugo9960 Před 3 lety +2

      @@3npitsu992 San Jose, California has some great ones.

    • @3npitsu992
      @3npitsu992 Před 3 lety

      @@raymondlugo9960 sadly I live in northern italy

    • @raymondlugo9960
      @raymondlugo9960 Před 3 lety

      @@3npitsu992 google maps shows a bunch of ramen shops in Milan

  • @MisterZalgo
    @MisterZalgo Před 3 lety +1112

    thats exaclty how a boss should be, he tried what i assume is a very hard thing to do and make a squid ramen and the boss complemented the good things but informed him of the things he needs to improve in a constructive matter!

    • @kruczek29
      @kruczek29 Před 3 lety +15

      Probably because of camera xD joking :P

    • @MisterZalgo
      @MisterZalgo Před 3 lety +30

      @steve yakuza ofc and the boss did in its such a good and constructive way! I love it!

    • @xyrendeocampo4069
      @xyrendeocampo4069 Před 3 lety +2

      Yes it might be probably hard. Since squids has quite the strong taste.

  • @chaij1
    @chaij1 Před 2 lety +249

    I wonder if he has any life outside work.... insane schedules

    • @mohammadhanif4439
      @mohammadhanif4439 Před 2 lety +6

      Probably gets a break on festivals

    • @DungNguyen-qy3yz
      @DungNguyen-qy3yz Před 2 lety +50

      @@mohammadhanif4439 really? festival is usually the most busy season in food industry

    • @ShaferHart
      @ShaferHart Před 2 lety +13

      no they don't. Japan declining birth rates explained.

    • @brianflynn5355
      @brianflynn5355 Před 2 lety +1

      Ramen is his life. But seriously, who really needs life when you have a hot delicious bowl of ramen?

  • @pietromoopy2010
    @pietromoopy2010 Před 2 lety +20

    I found this channel yesterday, I wasn't expecting much and figured I'd just move on. Now I find myself watching all the Day in the Life episodes and want more!

  • @yngzhn.
    @yngzhn. Před 3 lety +718

    His smile is so pure🥺 He has a good personality too🤧

    • @yellingateveryone2520
      @yellingateveryone2520 Před 3 lety +27

      He kinda cute tbh

    • @Matt-kl7qc
      @Matt-kl7qc Před 3 lety +25

      @@yellingateveryone2520 ladies, one at a time please!

    • @paige172
      @paige172 Před 2 lety +4

      his eyes looks like a kid's 😫

    • @divyaprakash5189
      @divyaprakash5189 Před 2 lety

      @@yellingateveryone2520 bro japan being a devloped country has non IMMIGRANT working in these sectors while liberals in west says that these jobs are meant for immigrants not native

  • @vladimirwadegreene2482
    @vladimirwadegreene2482 Před 4 lety +498

    it blows my mind how hard people in the food industry work....respect

    • @TheColeTruth
      @TheColeTruth Před 4 lety +4

      some of the hardest workers out there.

    • @mantas4484
      @mantas4484 Před 4 lety +1

      I've used to work over 12 to 16h a day with no breaks they don't have a break too and all geting uderpayd so I quit food industry and learning how to program

    • @vladimirwadegreene2482
      @vladimirwadegreene2482 Před 4 lety +1

      @@mantas4484 Jesus christ!

    • @smilinggeneral8870
      @smilinggeneral8870 Před 4 lety

      what about animators?

    • @vladimirwadegreene2482
      @vladimirwadegreene2482 Před 4 lety +2

      @@smilinggeneral8870 Had this video been about animators I would have said the same thing. But its not

  • @theanimedad2569
    @theanimedad2569 Před 2 lety +83

    I knew the dish wouldn't pass, the owner never went bare chest

  • @sarahgraham323
    @sarahgraham323 Před rokem +7

    We live in Japan and absolutely love Ramen. We go to Ramen Stadium in Fukuoka and love it. This young man is absolutely amazing and so unbelievably hard working. We will have to try this Ramen shop next time we are up in Tokyo. Love this series.

  • @sulaimandaud6769
    @sulaimandaud6769 Před 3 lety +1025

    I really hope this guy is doing ok even with Covid-19, he deserves to have a restaurant of his own

    • @flyonthewall5628
      @flyonthewall5628 Před 3 lety +37

      You deserve a restaurant of your own.

    • @Sara-dp5dg
      @Sara-dp5dg Před 3 lety +3

      @kickthebuddygamer I won't feel comfortable until we have a vaccine or at least a more successful way to treat it until then

    • @cyanimpostor6971
      @cyanimpostor6971 Před 3 lety +2

      @kickthebuddygamer rate of infection doubled yesterday

    • @mrblackfyre2071
      @mrblackfyre2071 Před 3 lety +3

      Covid is a meme don't believe the lies of the super rich

    • @twohandscannotcatchfourbal2842
      @twohandscannotcatchfourbal2842 Před 3 lety +3

      It's called Wuhan Virus

  • @Tumbangpreso
    @Tumbangpreso Před 4 lety +486

    That is one quality control.
    The discipline to run this restaurant is one of the best I saw. Dang.

    • @MillennialTravelConfessions
      @MillennialTravelConfessions Před 4 lety +8

      This is why we were always so satisfied with our food in Japan 🙌

    • @TheSouthernbellebeau
      @TheSouthernbellebeau Před 4 lety +6

      Yes!!! Honestly I’m always flabbergasted by how far restaurants in other places are so meticulous and still affordable. In America this would easily be 15-20$.

    • @MillennialTravelConfessions
      @MillennialTravelConfessions Před 4 lety

      @@TheSouthernbellebeau I hope that doesn't mean the chefs don't get paid much for their hard work

  • @js9014
    @js9014 Před 2 lety +5

    The iPhone alarm gives me anxiety I had to make sure I wasn’t dreaming about ramen and running late for work lol

  • @MaMitaMichi
    @MaMitaMichi Před 2 lety +11

    Love it! I don't know how many times I watched this and still watching this while having coffee before going to work. This is in my trifecta list. Delivery worker, Casino worker and Ramen chef!

  • @nahsik
    @nahsik Před 4 lety +336

    That owner giving constructive criticism on how to improve the ramen was great. It's definitely and art and getting critique like that would help a lot.

    • @chantalmonique2353
      @chantalmonique2353 Před 4 lety +45

      Also like how the owner is helping out in the kitchen instead of sitting down and counting money

    • @Harkz0r
      @Harkz0r Před 4 lety +25

      That's true. I'm sure there are some owners that are not so knowledgeable about food, or that are simply hard to work with. But it's a lot easier to respect your seniors if they prove they have the knowledge and experience to make them deserving of the position.

    • @Hungabrigoo
      @Hungabrigoo Před 4 lety +8

      No wonder that place is so popular... so much passion behind it.

    • @megood1582
      @megood1582 Před 4 lety +4

      probably coz the owner is / was a chef before

    • @alonnola4355
      @alonnola4355 Před 4 lety +1

      That's one of the Japanese traits. They don't want their knowledge to die with them.

  • @alliemollie
    @alliemollie Před 3 lety +295

    He manages, he cooks, he creates, he cleans! I got tired just by watching Tetsuya’s day in the life. Unbelievable work ethics!

  • @edilynnbenjamin1856
    @edilynnbenjamin1856 Před 2 lety +10

    Japanese are a different breed . You can’t compare their work ethic - they work hard to perfect the craft because it’s art to them. Loved this❤️

  • @extremelucky1
    @extremelucky1 Před 2 lety +6

    Love the manager's energy and attitude. A humble, dedicated hard worker, with a profound passion for what he does. The owners and the employees are lucky to have him!

  • @mr_jojo9168
    @mr_jojo9168 Před 4 lety +601

    this guy works 12+ hrs and still looks happy doing his job.

    • @newworldstream1259
      @newworldstream1259 Před 4 lety +28

      14+

    • @franksbrugh1377
      @franksbrugh1377 Před 4 lety +102

      Happy outside, dead inside

    • @volitionant9682
      @volitionant9682 Před 4 lety +74

      franks brugh no, this is what he loves. I’m sorry you are unable to comprehend what real passion is.

    • @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459
      @heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459 Před 4 lety +20

      Renaissance Report even if it’s something he’s passionate about, he still needs downtime.

    • @abhaynamb
      @abhaynamb Před 4 lety +26

      They're just faking
      Japan have the highest suicide rate

  • @lilAUTZI
    @lilAUTZI Před 4 lety +703

    Gordon Ramsey would be in awe seeing how much these cooks clean

    • @unaisibrahim1393
      @unaisibrahim1393 Před 4 lety +13

      nino wouldn't he'd demand proof using pictures.

    • @rifatdardeshi6001
      @rifatdardeshi6001 Před 4 lety +18

      Gordon Ramen

    • @joshpl5451
      @joshpl5451 Před 4 lety +1

      I think it's pretty normal in every food place. I worked once in kfc as a cook and you have no idea how much pressure was put on cleanliness

    • @jrex3
      @jrex3 Před 4 lety

      It isn't normal in every food place. It is supposed to be though.

    • @jefferywilliams8479
      @jefferywilliams8479 Před 4 lety

      Ahd the food quality

  • @BrutusMaximusAurelius
    @BrutusMaximusAurelius Před 2 lety +41

    That’s a prime example of constructive criticism if I’ve ever seen one. Anyway, this looks like very hard work, but the food looks amazing! Was scheduled to go to Japan, but then the pandemic happened. I hope I can go next year.

  • @Fatpigkenny
    @Fatpigkenny Před rokem +2

    I randomly ate there, didn’t know the hype. One of my favourite Ramen shops. They’ve expanded into HK, but tis but a pale imitation..

  • @ss...7208
    @ss...7208 Před 3 lety +812

    Hes really cute. And his smiles is so cute, he does look like he enjoys his job and I hope hes getting paid well

    • @relentero8547
      @relentero8547 Před 3 lety +9

      I doubt he gets paid well sadly. Probably makes around $50k USD a year

    • @Apotoxin-fr3kk
      @Apotoxin-fr3kk Před 3 lety +1

      who? paulo?

    • @monyethutan2752
      @monyethutan2752 Před 3 lety +1

      38k USD only per year

    • @bonniebell2050
      @bonniebell2050 Před 3 lety +1

      Yummy..

    • @simonredforce
      @simonredforce Před 3 lety +21

      @@relentero8547 I disagree. The apartment he is living in is pretty big fo Tokyo standard. I'm pretty sure his salary is just fine.

  • @InfinityFofus
    @InfinityFofus Před 4 lety +1422

    I hate how he is 41 and looks younger than me. I am 26...

  • @dansantospirito5310
    @dansantospirito5310 Před 27 dny +1

    Great video as always. Kudos to the chef!!!

  • @infernity5536
    @infernity5536 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I added that ramen shop to my list of must visit restaurants, thank you for sharing paolo, gonna try it an aprox. 3 weeks

  • @makaan1932
    @makaan1932 Před 4 lety +1801

    I wonder how much he gets paid for having zero free time and less than 6 hours of sleep every day

    • @chaotickitsune5014
      @chaotickitsune5014 Před 4 lety +120

      I wonder too, but he is a chef so hopefully decent, his living style to me says average income, 😬 all in all as long as he’s happy all that matters

    • @MrNasui
      @MrNasui Před 4 lety +55

      alot of places in japan dont pay overtime so maybe hes not getting much

    • @shiroineko13
      @shiroineko13 Před 4 lety +100

      Not as much as he should, but this is his passion and living so I believe he does not regret a minute of it.

    • @ludouble9299
      @ludouble9299 Před 4 lety +54

      I would guess he gets paid a decent salary. He is a chef and manager of the stores. Plus is tasked with the creation of new products and training staff for new locations. I hope he is getting paid good...

    • @KhoiThinh
      @KhoiThinh Před 4 lety +30

      It depends on each ramen shop due to amount of customers they serve. Kinkanbo is a very famous shop in Tokyo so I guess he get a very good salary, more or less $100k per year.

  • @antemannen2765
    @antemannen2765 Před 4 lety +417

    This is easily the best series on CZcams, it would be great if you could make one of these videos a week, but I know that might be hard

    • @PaolofromTOKYO
      @PaolofromTOKYO  Před 4 lety +22

      Thanks Antemannen! So happy that you like the series.

    • @MArifinDobson
      @MArifinDobson Před 4 lety

      @@PaolofromTOKYO somehow it is very motivating to work harder

  • @zchesiq
    @zchesiq Před 2 lety +22

    I love how Japanese corporates do morning routine meeting, it's amazing to see everyone everyday on meetings it enriches their mutual cooperation and friendship

  • @GadaruTy
    @GadaruTy Před rokem +3

    Just got addicted to your day in the life/behind the counter videos. Glad to see that their hong kong shop is still open now, will make sure to visit it during my trip there.

  • @phatasticmeemo
    @phatasticmeemo Před 4 lety +241

    You should really keep this series up, it's awesome. I love seeing how other people live.

  • @jameslee3944
    @jameslee3944 Před 4 lety +738

    For a 41 year old man, he looks like he’s in his twenties

    • @lovelyrics7689
      @lovelyrics7689 Před 4 lety +59

      If hes american he will look like a 60 year old man

    • @radioclash84
      @radioclash84 Před 4 lety

      LOVE LYRICS lol true though

    • @JoseGarcia-ww1bn
      @JoseGarcia-ww1bn Před 4 lety +6

      Ya cuz they dont eat shit

    • @thebigboss7268
      @thebigboss7268 Před 4 lety +11

      @James Lee True he doesn't look 41, he looks 25-30 for me. I'm 23 and I look 30-35 yrs old lol

    • @BlueHundred1
      @BlueHundred1 Před 4 lety +5

      Crazy. especially considering that he seems to only sleep a few hours every day

  • @Brooke-dy7gx
    @Brooke-dy7gx Před 2 lety +17

    So cute seeing them help some foreigner and his son as they opened. :)
    Keep these coming! This is amazing! I love these!

  • @theicon6695
    @theicon6695 Před 2 lety +20

    i like how paolo is so enthusiastic over everything. it’s my favorite thing about his videos

  • @mrxcs
    @mrxcs Před 4 lety +349

    The quality of this series is so high that hurts.

    • @japanfood5970
      @japanfood5970 Před 4 lety

      It’s good and my movie is more good ありがとうございます

  • @renjiguy1708
    @renjiguy1708 Před 3 lety +389

    Bless this man. His smile is so pure.

    • @MarioMastar
      @MarioMastar Před 3 měsíci

      Paulo does have a great smile. Bless him.

  • @aritrabiswas
    @aritrabiswas Před 2 lety +4

    Once again, blown away by the sheer effort these people put into work.
    Thank you Paolo for this great video and the wonderful insights into the lives of Japanese people.

  • @rahulk496
    @rahulk496 Před 8 měsíci +4

    These day in life of Japanese videos are very helpful for my depression it's very inspirational, making me want to work hard like them with passion, enthusiasm. It's very mood lifting Best content to distract yourself to living in a toxic mentally abusive family & filthy messy outside environment.

  • @MrOxyMT
    @MrOxyMT Před 4 lety +278

    Heaps of respect to Tetsuya, dedication and passion shines through each bowl.
    I will definitely drop by next time in Tokyo

  • @ehsanurrahman6513
    @ehsanurrahman6513 Před 4 lety +571

    8:42 Literally the owner: Ahh you wore a hat thanks. I was going to make a broth out of you if you didn't

    • @Wra8h
      @Wra8h Před 4 lety +13

      omg how did I miss that ahahaha I was also concerned about that to be honest

    • @lazmaniandevil9999
      @lazmaniandevil9999 Před 4 lety +1

      Nice spot!

    • @poopityscoop2604
      @poopityscoop2604 Před 4 lety

      Was the second part really nessecary?

    • @NeflewitzInc
      @NeflewitzInc Před 4 lety +14

      @@poopityscoop2604 Well when someone decides to photograph and you know they will later publish themselves breaking the law in your kitchen, yeah it's kind of necessary. The restaurant world is ruthless.

    • @soop8665
      @soop8665 Před 4 lety +3

      Rocket By Hitler are you getting offended by a joke?

  • @r1p3tii
    @r1p3tii Před 3 lety +48

    I love how disciplined asian people are, the places looks amazing. they're also very humble :) I would love to travel there one day

    • @Mons7659
      @Mons7659 Před 3 lety +6

      just Japanese, my people doesn’t count I guess 😂

    • @nazirunmubin9806
      @nazirunmubin9806 Před 2 lety +12

      Definitely not all asian. Its just that the japanese takes discipline to such an extreme level.

    • @Kenta-0159
      @Kenta-0159 Před 2 lety +2

      That's only Japan and Korea maybe try to visit in South East Asia (except Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore because they are also good country) 😂😂

    • @nazirunmubin9806
      @nazirunmubin9806 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Kenta-0159 hey pls don't forget Malaysia. We're actually pretty decent 😂

    • @rizkaarifiandi5670
      @rizkaarifiandi5670 Před 2 lety +5

      Asia is HUGE
      some are diligent people like Japan, some are very relaxed like ours (Indonesian)

  • @Aiken47
    @Aiken47 Před rokem

    I’m running through your series again, thanks these are great.

  • @dancelikeumathurman8092
    @dancelikeumathurman8092 Před 4 lety +262

    The devil works hard, but this ramen guy works harder

    •  Před 4 lety +5

      *TETSUYA

    • @user-od5rv6xk6t
      @user-od5rv6xk6t Před 4 lety +2

      The Devil will never defeat the humans.

  • @nMeiru
    @nMeiru Před 3 lety +1602

    “Its 38 degrees in this kitchen” southeast asian countries: *pathetic*

    • @satoshigekkouga2892
      @satoshigekkouga2892 Před 3 lety +31

      Me: *Cries in 45 degrees*

    • @otaikagetsu9340
      @otaikagetsu9340 Před 3 lety +28

      48 TO 50 ...down here.... our neighbor must next to hell gate or something..

    • @LightCavalier13
      @LightCavalier13 Před 3 lety +6

      @@otaikagetsu9340 dude where do you live? Surabaya?

    • @maria.lsoares
      @maria.lsoares Před 3 lety +15

      me: **living my life normally in brazil when it's fucking 45°C outside**

    • @muhammadaqdas3724
      @muhammadaqdas3724 Před 3 lety +5

      It actually quite low then usual where I’m at it’s 36

  • @ineedmorecarrots6063
    @ineedmorecarrots6063 Před 3 měsíci +1

    although the working hours is long it looks like he's enjoying his job plus its nice to have a boss calmly giving pointers how to improve instead of going ballistic once you didn't meet his expectations