How Japanese Clean Train Stations & Public Toilets | Tokyo's UENO STATION Team ★ ONLY in JAPAN

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  • In Japan, cleaning is more than a job, it's part of the culture, like an art. Anyone who has been to Tokyo knows it's one of the cleanest cities in the world and to keep it that way, it takes a team of dedicated professionals who are often un-noticed - meaning they're doing an excellent job!
    We'll take a detailed look at how JR East Environment Access (JEA) keeps JR Ueno Station super clean and safe for the 180,000 daily passengers and it's a microcosm of how the entire city stays so clean.
    Ueno Station is a stop for the Shinkansen and platform 13 1/2 is where the Train Suite Shiki-Shima departs. The jingles and melodies you'll hear throughout the station, the announcements and trains rolling through is super nostalgic. I filmed this starting in January 2021 and finished the final scene a year later.
    00:00 Start
    00:44 UENO Station Overview
    01:26 Cleaning Team's Morning Meeting
    02:58 Cleaning a Train
    05:03 Japanese Vending Machine Recycling
    05:52 Train Track work
    07:21 Train Suite Shiki-Shima Platform
    08:58 Job Interview
    09:58 Toilet Paper Mission
    12:27 Vomit Cleaning Vacuum
    13:24 Late night deep-cleaning
    13:38 Cleaning robot
    14:44 Japan's Toilet-god
    15:33 Public Toilet deep-cleaning
    17:14 How the Office runs
    17:57 Conclusion
    Learn more about JR East Environment Access Company:
    ▶︎ www.jea.co.jp/pdf/corporate_e...
    Thank you to JEA, JR East, Jarman International and Hirasawa-san for his time over several months. We appreciate your hard work over the many years of service.
    ★ The ONLY in JAPAN Animated Opening was created for John by D'ART Shtajio dartshtajio.com/​
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    ONLY in JAPAN ® is a registered trademark - All rights reserved. John Daub has been a reporter for NHK World TV since 2008 and CZcams creator & producer of the ONLY in JAPAN ® series building a community of over 1.6M. Thanks for watching!
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  • @raymondcenteno5835
    @raymondcenteno5835 Před 2 lety +1168

    For a location that's used by thousands of people daily, it's amazing how clean it is. Thank you for showing us all of the hard work needed to keeping it this way.

    • @kitchenchicken6510
      @kitchenchicken6510 Před 2 lety +59

      True! Also, Japanese people on average are some of the most respectful people in the world about social norms, like littering. Respect to them.

    • @JarmanInternational
      @JarmanInternational Před 2 lety +36

      I actually worked with JEA for a few years in their effort to learn simple English so they could offer kind help to international visitors in the stations. They all really have big hearts for the visitors to the stations.

    • @dachosenone207
      @dachosenone207 Před 2 lety +26

      The state of the Toilets were unbelievable. Never seen a "Public Toilet" in a "Major Train Station" that clean. Where I came from is worse than a murder scene

    • @NenadKralj
      @NenadKralj Před 2 lety +7

      ☝🏼ONLY in JAPAN w/ John Daub (enough said) 😄😎

    • @janty962
      @janty962 Před 2 lety +12

      Finally im going to japan soon 🤣👏

  • @youreprettygood2603
    @youreprettygood2603 Před 2 lety +1037

    Another great thing in Japan is that there is no stigma attached to being a cleaning staff, unlike in many other countries where it is often considered unskilled labor and paid poorly by employers and looked down upon by the general public, in Japan cleaners are given respect and are paid a fair salary.

    • @lordoffishtown4455
      @lordoffishtown4455 Před 2 lety +175

      Exactly right, when a job is given a sense of importance in society it will generally be performed better.

    • @sunnychekrs7597
      @sunnychekrs7597 Před 2 lety +32

      @@lordoffishtown4455 So rightly said.

    • @maurice2014
      @maurice2014 Před 2 lety +22

      I wouldn't go as far as to say there is "no stigma" but maybe less? Seldom will a salarywoman date down to a janitor. Also if there was no stigma then why is one of the factors of the staggering suicide rate is failing an exam that would get them a certain job? Japan is clean because of two things : the homogeny and the culture. Littering is stigmatized (which is great!). Not many garbages around but culturally people take their trash home! We can take a lesson from them. 😉

    • @maurice2014
      @maurice2014 Před 2 lety +18

      Btw .. Whats a fair salary? San Francisco janitors get paid $35/hr

    • @crazy808ish
      @crazy808ish Před 2 lety +9

      @@maurice2014 I was just going to say similarly. What is meant by a "fair salary"? All the janitors I've ever heard of have been paid pretty well.

  • @fayevids7391
    @fayevids7391 Před 2 lety +90

    My children had visited Japan twice & they say, it’s beautiful in Japan and they appreciate how the people look after their country. Watching this video, just confirmed it

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +7

      When I see people working hard to keep the country clean here, I really make an effort to do it too. I’m not sure I felt the same way before moving here, but when I go home to the USA to visit, the habits here follow me back. The culture shock is when I go back home! 🤣 but there and so many things to love about both places, it’s just different. I’m glad you children had a nice trip here and noticed it.

  • @rayco9392
    @rayco9392 Před 2 lety +124

    I'm Japanese, living in the states for many years. Last trip to Tokyo, I used a bathroom in Tokyo Station. This cleaning lady was wiping the floor with her hands, on her knees, making public toilet's floor spotless. I was so moved, thanked her for her great work. She seemed surprised at first, but then smiled and thanked me for thanking her. 😳
    As Horino-san said in the video, we do believe there is god in every little thing that exists. We naturally respect things and nature because of this belief, I think. I still remember that every June, on the opening day of the school swimming pool (many schools in Japan have swimming pool on site), Shinto priest came to pray to the god of water for the safety and no accidents, by giving sake and grains of rice. I thought it was like that everywhere in the world as a kid. 😆

    • @leleprtk
      @leleprtk Před rokem +4

      That’s amazing, it SHOULD be like that everywhere in the world.

  • @deosantinomd4093
    @deosantinomd4093 Před 2 lety +564

    I will never forget one of these guys picked up one of our baby's toy that accidentally fell on the train tracks. They didn't scoff at us or treated the situation as petty, instead they took it seriously and were so methodical in timing in between train arrivals, then they used a long rod to pick up the toy. So professional and efficient, mad respect to these Japanese workers!

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +38

      That’s such a nice story! Little things can have big meanings.

    • @deosantinomd4093
      @deosantinomd4093 Před 2 lety +23

      @@onlyinjapan I couldn’t agree more. Thank you, John for bringing these hardworking Japanese people into the much deserved limelight. And thank you for bringing us with you on your walking tours on a daily basis on the “GO” channel. Much love from the Philippines, Man!

    • @SnowWhite-pw8hc
      @SnowWhite-pw8hc Před 2 lety +4

      The way Japan clean itself is to dumpling nuclear contaminated water to the ocean, making the world suffer.

    • @lwekzPeyekz13
      @lwekzPeyekz13 Před 2 lety +6

      @@SnowWhite-pw8hc assumption? Imagination?

    • @welshlyn9097
      @welshlyn9097 Před 2 lety

      It will have to go a bit,to beat the UK.

  • @Redpantslol
    @Redpantslol Před 2 lety +863

    One small note: The hard work does **not** go unnoticed. It's something that stood out to me on my first trip to Japan and still amazes me every visit, and one that shocks every single person I've taken to Japan. Maybe it goes unnoticed by locals that have always considered it normal, but for the rest of the world, it's exemplary.

    • @ChomoBidensMules
      @ChomoBidensMules Před 2 lety +20

      New York subways have women getting violated during rush hour.

    • @junrosamura645
      @junrosamura645 Před 2 lety +4

      @@ChomoBidensMules Still happens here and probably even worse stuff.

    • @xXrockyiszhereXx
      @xXrockyiszhereXx Před 2 lety +5

      @@ChomoBidensMules MTA just needs to change their whole system.

    • @closetshota_fujoshivanilla
      @closetshota_fujoshivanilla Před 2 lety +7

      @@xXrockyiszhereXx Also, people need to be more considerate with their surroundings as well and not litter. 😁✌️

    • @DanTanzoid1
      @DanTanzoid1 Před 2 lety +7

      shows how filthy the west is when it comes to public transport cleaniness

  • @parkinggirl
    @parkinggirl Před rokem +20

    Tbh, I really appreciate cleaners who clean public restrooms. This is hard work, and we should all respect them.

  • @annhans3535
    @annhans3535 Před 2 lety +154

    As a NYer, I can so appreciate this. I think that Japanese people take extra pride in doing their jobs. Also, you have to give credit to the Japanese people for caring about their surrounding and not making a mess. I wish as NYers everyone would care 50% of how these people do. NY Transit have workers who don't care and we have people who throw out their garbage anywhere even if there is a garbage can a few steps away. That is why we constantly have fire on the rails because of trash.

    • @DDELE7
      @DDELE7 Před rokem +22

      Although as a guy who grew up in NYC I have seen the New York Subway cleaning crew do deep cleans of stations late at night, with power water blasters and all. They do their best. It’s the disgusting passengers and some mentally insane psychs and/& homeless that make the system look bad.

    • @honeybnoir824
      @honeybnoir824 Před rokem +12

      So true. I knew cleanliness was something that is very common in Japan, especially in their train stations. Now seeing how it's done, it amazes me even more than usual. I'm also a New Yorker, born and raised, and I hate seeing dirty tracks, platforms, streets, and the bathrooms, I won't even start. You know how it is anyway since you also live in the same city. If more New Yorkers were like this and actually follow the advice of the MTA ads of keeping our stations clean, and just overall keep our city clean, then our city would look a lot a lot nicer and pleasant, among other major things that seriously need to change.

    • @annhans3535
      @annhans3535 Před rokem +1

      @@honeybnoir824 especially nowadays we are being over taken by rats.

    • @Chaotic818
      @Chaotic818 Před 11 měsíci

      unlike the u.s, japan treats liberalism as a mental disorder, maybe something we should copy

    • @BlackJack-sx1jw
      @BlackJack-sx1jw Před 5 měsíci +1

      I don’t see how they keep the streetscape so clean since you have to really search for a trash can in Tokyo.

  • @matthewschmitt4421
    @matthewschmitt4421 Před 2 lety +478

    I love all the extra safety measures they do, it’s how all jobs should be. It is the opposite of extreme, this is how you respect labour properly. All of these people are why the rest of the entire japanese society can rely on trains and focus on their jobs. They are pivotal to the success of japanese public transit!

    • @Esandeech2
      @Esandeech2 Před 2 lety +7

      @Julian Martov you’re scary, get help.

    • @lilacscentedfushias1852
      @lilacscentedfushias1852 Před 2 lety +6

      @Julian Martov it’s not slavery, it’s quite simple, Japanese people respect themselves, they don’t want to embarrass themselves, burping loudly, throwing an empty drink can wherever it lands, clearing up after themselves, on a bus or train for example.
      Because they respect themselves & value the opinion of others they can respect their own family, they can respect others, neighbours, workmates, public service staff and property that isn’t theirs.
      Why not behave in a civilised manner? What is there to gain from leaving your coffee cup & sandwich wrapper on the train instead of in the bin? How would you feel if you sat in a mess? Why should you have to move someone else’s mess? Why should you leave mess for others to clean? Don’t say because you want to, as that shows a person who failed to mature & thinks like a moody teenager who hates the world.
      I pity you if you think people working together & being responsible citizens is being a slave. I’m sure you’ve heard of slavery, to say people being decent citizens is completely ridiculous.
      Have you heard of modern slavery? That’s far, far more than a few rules & courtesy to others. That’s what petulant teenagers might say when their bedroom is a mess or they are asked to contribute to keeping the house clean & family life going smoothly. If they’re asked to put washing in the machine or clean their room…with a dramatic sigh, a huff & a puff then loudly declare that they aren’t a slave. Alas, most adults have matured and moved on from immature tantrums

    • @SnowWhite-pw8hc
      @SnowWhite-pw8hc Před 2 lety

      The way Japan clean itself is to dumpling nuclear contaminated water to the ocean, making the world suffer.

    • @margareth1504
      @margareth1504 Před 2 lety

      Matthew I do think you are right.

  • @jediron169
    @jediron169 Před 2 lety +82

    Its kind of a culture shock to see such pride they take in their work.

    • @beeniemen
      @beeniemen Před 2 lety +4

      All the contrary in Europe

    • @heemlo649
      @heemlo649 Před 2 lety

      Everyone works like that when they are on camera

    • @erenyeagerist7681
      @erenyeagerist7681 Před rokem +2

      @@heemlo649 not in the case of Japan. Even without camera, Japan takes pride of cleaning. Do not discredit Japan by liken it with western countries

  • @binalchacko2875
    @binalchacko2875 Před rokem +62

    Japan is a role model for the whole world,sense of ownership for their work is what sets them apart

    • @richcook2007
      @richcook2007 Před 7 měsíci

      Uhhhh...not their suicide rate....

  • @deedeewayyes4724
    @deedeewayyes4724 Před 2 lety +120

    I'm in tears because of how well they are taking care of each on. It's an honor. Standing at attention looking out for a "phantom" train. Knowing that although this may look mundane it is super important. Ashe!

    • @sirlancegeo
      @sirlancegeo Před rokem +9

      I wonder if the responsibility of standing guard to alert your fellow coworkers of incoming trains even when none are scheduled, came about due to an accident in the past which became enshrined in this role or if it predates trains when people working by the sea had someone look out for big waves that might appear suddenly and wash away people. The ultra cautious Japanese attitude towards preventing accidents which not only affects the individual but can shut down train lines inconveniencing thousands of people who in turn may affect even more people makes it a priority to prevent accidents as much as possible.

    • @jamc666
      @jamc666 Před rokem +4

      better be safe than sorry :)

  • @Chuckme888
    @Chuckme888 Před 2 lety +40

    This was very evident to me 25 years ago when I first visited Japan. The public restrooms in Narita airport were immaculate, you could eat off the floor clean. It's too bad other countries don't have the moral obligation to be as hygienic as the Japanese. Kudos to them and their culture.

  • @anonimosu7425
    @anonimosu7425 Před 2 lety +9

    Most undervalued job.
    Toilet cleanliness can make or break someone’s day.

  • @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un
    @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un Před 2 lety +46

    If cleanliness counts as art, then Japan belongs in the Louvre
    Every topic John talks about, turns into gold

  • @poypoyh4413
    @poypoyh4413 Před 2 lety +14

    I’m a Japanese. We thank them for cleaning stations everyday! They are so professional.
    if possible, I hope that trains become less crowded😂

  • @lsdiet4742
    @lsdiet4742 Před 2 lety +63

    Admirable the cleaning company doesn’t cut corners and put their staff or the public at risk for injury.

  • @UFOBobTV
    @UFOBobTV Před 2 lety +40

    This is a great story about the unsung individuals who toil anonymously to help keep Japan spotless and clean.

  • @tsukiyomi77
    @tsukiyomi77 Před 2 lety +51

    One of the reasons I want to visit Japan is just to see how they keep everything so amazingly clean.

    • @ederlifortunato5681
      @ederlifortunato5681 Před rokem +8

      It starts with every person not being poorly educated by their parents and throwing garbage everywhere. They know public space is everybody space and should be kept clean by everybody.

  • @budekins542
    @budekins542 Před 2 lety +19

    I work as an office cleaner in central London and went to Japan in 2010 - and was impressed with the cleanliness level!

  • @brega6286
    @brega6286 Před 2 lety +100

    Japanese tourists must be appalled when they visit but they are so nice we never know. The organization, discipline and dedication you showed in this video is amazing ! Much respect to Japan.

    • @EtreTocsin
      @EtreTocsin Před 2 lety +17

      As an American I am appalled at the immense filth of NYC subways. It is disagraceful.

    • @BlownMacTruck
      @BlownMacTruck Před 2 lety +3

      Appalled at what?

    • @AlphaGeekgirl
      @AlphaGeekgirl Před 2 lety

      Why would Japanese tourists be appalled?

    • @AlphaGeekgirl
      @AlphaGeekgirl Před 2 lety +5

      Ah! You’re one of those Americans who think the world revolves around you and that all comments referred to the United States. My guess is that you meant to say that Japanese tourist must be appalled when they visit a foreign country, but they are so nice the host country would never know

    • @arabella6881
      @arabella6881 Před rokem +4

      @@AlphaGeekgirl We have the same guess about what Op meant. But why would you conclude that op is American who thinks the world revolves around him just because of the comment? I'm not American and I also think Japanese might get appalled if they visit my country.

  • @belmarmom
    @belmarmom Před 2 lety +136

    Everything is done with military precision to ensure that the passengers have a good experience and the workers have a safe working environment. The fact that the workers take so much pride in what would be regarded as a menial job in other countries is a credit to the Japanese work ethic. You do your job proudly, correctly, efficiently and safely whether you're the CEO or the janitor. More countries should adopt these principles.

  • @bartman6591
    @bartman6591 Před rokem +10

    Japanese citizens are so dedicated towards well being of their people and their mother land.What do they eat to become such super dedicated Humanbeing.God bless them.

  • @yoogp
    @yoogp Před 2 lety +214

    Japan is a model for the world, the people, their culture, hardwork. Great video loved watching and learning. Love you Japan my respect for you increased so much

    • @gahtsno1
      @gahtsno1 Před rokem +3

      It is a fact, that JR and its fellow companies have introduced ticket machines with audio guide and Braille for more than 25 years already, while other (also high standard) countries still try to invent such a thing to ease the way for less able people/customers.

    • @goodearth27
      @goodearth27 Před rokem +1

      Third World countries especially need to see the cleanliness of the Japanese.

    • @FactStorm
      @FactStorm Před 11 měsíci

      @@goodearth27 Yup, compare Haiti to Japan lol. Different worlds, it's astounding

    • @janegibbon2504
      @janegibbon2504 Před 5 měsíci

      @@goodearth27No the west does.

  • @beingmechris
    @beingmechris Před 2 lety +102

    For some people, such works may be small, but they are very important for society to function. The staff has my respect. Thanks for the informative video. 😊

    • @agamersinsanity
      @agamersinsanity Před 2 lety +3

      Facility Management is probably the most important job far more important than a doctors, or a surgeons job.
      Sadly the gratitude of the job isn't always nice at least not here in Sweden.

    • @1ajgtwm
      @1ajgtwm Před 2 lety

      @@agamersinsanity someone cleaning a toilet isn't as important as someone in the medical field lol

    • @alecstirner2412
      @alecstirner2412 Před 2 lety

      @@1ajgtwm if you always s**t in a clean toile you'll need fewer doctors. All Hail The Toilet God!

    • @1ajgtwm
      @1ajgtwm Před 2 lety

      @@alecstirner2412 didn't know cancer, diseases, and other wordly medical issues come from toilets my guy. Next time read before you post

    • @alecstirner2412
      @alecstirner2412 Před 2 lety +2

      @@1ajgtwm though, il you don't clean them, salmonella does ; All Hail The Toilet God!

  • @minghueileong
    @minghueileong Před 2 lety +70

    They take safety and cleanliness really seriously. Man they have to do so many things on the job! Mad Respect!

    • @lullemans72
      @lullemans72 Před 2 lety +2

      the ironic thing is that japanese men rarely wash their hands after a bathroom visit, even if it's a number 2. i've seen it nearly every time over the years i've lived here, from students in university to company employees and strangers in public bathrooms.

    • @GWT1m0
      @GWT1m0 Před 2 lety +1

      @@lullemans72 Especially perplexing was at the beginning of the pandemic, when I visited. The hand dryers were wrapped up for "safety"
      but almost no one needed them with the lack of hand washing !

    • @lullemans72
      @lullemans72 Před 2 lety +1

      @@GWT1m0 good point. They're actually still wrapped up right now, also for safety purposes so corona doesn't spread around in the air.

    • @MarcusBritish
      @MarcusBritish Před 2 lety +1

      @@lullemans72 Air dryers could be phased out in some places and replaced with devices that project UV-C light, which kills bacteria and viruses effectively. Of course, washing your hands properly is also necessary to remove larger contaminants, even if they're not visible to the naked eye. Some health services are now using UV-C to sterilise or decontaminate areas and equipment, as well as surgeons hands before operations. Industrial ones can be made that don't emit ozone gas, also making them safer than cheaper models. I wouldn't be surprised if we see UV-C hand machines being installed in public toilets eventually as an alternative to oft-skipped water/air washing.

  • @ElderNewt
    @ElderNewt Před 2 lety +39

    I wish many (not all) of the people in the Uk had just half of motivation and pride that the Japanese workers put into their work. Such a huge difference.

    • @honestmiss8151
      @honestmiss8151 Před 2 lety

      Firstly as someone who worked in McDonald, cleaning and other things
      I can honestly tell u that some members of the Public are very filthy.
      They leave all kinds the things in the toilets. And are just generally do it deliberately, I am not talking about the kids, adults are the filthy ones.

  • @kathrynhelm4176
    @kathrynhelm4176 Před 2 lety +137

    I’ve long admired Japan’s lifestyle of cleanliness and order. This was an interesting look into how they accomplish that on a large scale. I’ve never had the opportunity to visit Japan but who knows, maybe one day. 🥰❤️

    • @elbacar4838
      @elbacar4838 Před 2 lety +7

      Me too , they move on no matter what the problem is . And they make it look easy and effortless. ❤️

    • @Michael-fw5ef
      @Michael-fw5ef Před 2 lety +1

      If you do visit Japan, carry some hand sanitizer or your own soap dispenser. Many public washrooms don't provide soap, so there is no way people can wash their hands properly afterwards.

    • @PcfulSol
      @PcfulSol Před rokem

      @@Michael-fw5ef why is that?

  • @pierre-rose7783
    @pierre-rose7783 Před 2 lety +30

    They know exactly how to prevent accidents ! Allowing the staff to "focus" on the task at hand without having to worry if a train is comming, is the right way to do it !

  • @NCT127_y
    @NCT127_y Před 4 měsíci +4

    駅の掃除してくれてる人の仕事を初めてしっかり見れた!
    いつも綺麗にして下さりありがとうございます!
    動画を通じて知れました!ありがとうございます!

  • @superdupertrooper6732
    @superdupertrooper6732 Před 2 lety +15

    One thing I notice in these videos of Japan and how the people work or go about things is that japanese people are serious in whatever they do and so respectful. Really a model on how people should be.

  • @PeterYacono
    @PeterYacono Před 2 lety +13

    god bless Japanese efficiency and teamwork

  • @AMindInOverdrive
    @AMindInOverdrive Před 2 lety +10

    15:30 I used to clean a primary school 3 times per week and I was very thorough with the toilets and washrooms especially. I wiped down all surfaces with disinfectant and disposable towel, never running towels from a germ-high area over touch points like seats or flush handles, etc. I also disinfected all touch points like door handles, tap handles, button for the hand dryer, etc. I took pride in leaving it looking clean and being germ free even though it extended my time from 2.5hrs to 3hrs some days. Some days I'd spend a little extra time doing something that wasn't part of the standard cleaning, just to keep the place above average.
    I reasoned, that if my nephews and nieces went to school there I'd want it to be germ free and thoroughly clean, so that's how I treated it. The school principal was always very vocal about how happy she was with the job and she never talked down to me. She even told me the school inspector had visited and hoped to meet me just to tell me I was a doing a great job. Also, when they had some construction done over summer period (school closed) the principal insisted that their cleaner (me) was the only one she trusted to clean the school before the term began. (I'd started dong the job to cover for a friend who had some health issues, and made sure not to do a bad job, since I was representing him, but he couldn't resume, so he handed it over to me. Thankfully because I think I'd raised the bar a bit....without meaning to. But the bar became mine to meet, so that was ok LOL)
    It pays to take pride in your work; Some people view cleaning toilets as demeaning work, but that doesn't mean it's not valuable work. 🙂

    • @universesixhit642
      @universesixhit642 Před 2 lety +2

      " Some people view cleaning toilets as demeaning work"
      These are the type of people you do not want to associate with.

  • @theageofisgone
    @theageofisgone Před 2 lety +55

    The Japanese people are very duty bound, concientious, and respectful! Also very disciplined as to how their trains run on time to the minute and their fine work ethic. Enjoyed this video very much! Thank You!

  • @T1M6
    @T1M6 Před rokem +18

    These people are the backbone of the country. I am so impressed by their dedication and the way they ensure safety. Wonderful country , wonderful people.

  • @shaunharrison4457
    @shaunharrison4457 Před 2 lety +6

    The UK Version is two minutes long and consists of some bloke spitting on the floor and wiping it with his shoe haha. Japan may not be the most productive but I love the unity and passion they have with everything they do.

  • @rdallorina
    @rdallorina Před 2 lety +16

    Japan is the best place to visit for its cleanliness, hospitality, beautiful and safest in the world! 🇯🇵😍🇯🇵

  • @G1NZOU
    @G1NZOU Před 2 lety +14

    I like that Japan's train management companies actually schedule properly to not only have their trains run on time, but they schedule departure times for their cleaners to do a thorough job, it really shows a good corporate ethic on quality of service.

  • @rl2045
    @rl2045 Před 2 lety +3

    こういうプロフェッショナルな方達がいるからいつも綺麗に保たれていると思います。
    心から有難う。本当に感謝しかないです🙏🙏

  • @b1uemchen
    @b1uemchen Před 2 lety +232

    Makes me miss Japan even more. This is work ethic / dedication on a different level. Really good production John. Keep up the good work! Hopefully i will be back at Ueno this summer!

    • @lullemans72
      @lullemans72 Před 2 lety +9

      it may look good to you on the outside, but wait til you get on the inside. working for japanese companies is not an easy feat. with customer demands being very high, companies will sometimes do whatever it takes to satisfy those expectations, even at the cost of their or their staffs health and well being.

    • @RabbitsInBlack
      @RabbitsInBlack Před 2 lety +1

      Because their culture is based on an Imperial System. Good news. The Strictness of the culture ends up with more suicides in the end. At least it's not the Communist Culture of China which has lead to the most corrupt government ever. No one can trust anyone including their family and friends in China. Nothing like learning about other cultures.

    • @hanay6956
      @hanay6956 Před 2 lety +4

      @@RabbitsInBlack Did you know Japan's suicide rate had been decreasing 10 consecutive years until the pandemic ( 2019) and it still lower than that of US in 2022 and not so different from other western countries.

    • @SnowWhite-pw8hc
      @SnowWhite-pw8hc Před 2 lety

      The way Japan clean itself is to dumpling nuclear contaminated water to the ocean, making the world suffer.

  • @RobbC.
    @RobbC. Před 2 lety +8

    Also nice to see they do not take safety for granted, that's when people get killed. They stay on watch whilst their colleagues are on the tracks, just in case. Excellent strict procedures covering all the possibilities.

  • @jullyeanngarrick4159
    @jullyeanngarrick4159 Před 2 lety +13

    One of the many thing's that I found incredible when I visited Tokyo, the cleanliness.

  • @ellem2293
    @ellem2293 Před 2 lety +12

    No I dont think is extreme I think it is amazing how safety conscious they are.. and CLEANER than any country I know!

  • @maru_aska
    @maru_aska Před 2 lety +88

    0:45 からのシークエンス本当にすごい。ひたすら駅の中を歩き続けて一周するというのをタイムラプスで高速に見せるだけで、こんなにも駅の広大さとか、色々なお店や設備やプラットホームが詰まっていることを表現できることに感動しました。シンプルで力強い編集

  • @swathij769
    @swathij769 Před 2 lety +41

    Its amazingly surprising how clean the place is normally. No job is supposed to be called unskilled labour. It requires a lot of skill to finish the slightest of any work perfectly. A big salute to the japanese public and the technology too in helping maintain cleanliness at all levels

  • @alexiacolette9994
    @alexiacolette9994 Před 2 lety +8

    Them standing on guard even though no train is coming gave me chills. It’s so cool.

  • @jeff__w
    @jeff__w Před 2 lety +56

    This video was fascinating. If people ask me what I _love_ about Japan, probably the first thing I mention is how _clean_ the train station restrooms are (even in smaller stations, not just in major ones like UENO) and how there is _always_ toilet paper. It just says something very positive about a culture that these amenities, which are obviously used and needed by people every day, are kept in immaculate working order.

  • @fiddleronthecube7835
    @fiddleronthecube7835 Před rokem +22

    I've never been to Japan, but I can see that it's the cleanest country in the world. Great going, Japan!

  • @skipbolance
    @skipbolance Před 2 lety +59

    Very impressed with how efficient & well trained the staff are & how serious they take safety…. America’s corporation could learn from Japan .

  • @gavinrfuller
    @gavinrfuller Před 2 lety +3

    In an answer to your question, is it too much? Not at all. I wish more people around the world took things this seriously and played their part. Stunning

  • @jinz0
    @jinz0 Před 2 lety +6

    living in Japan now, makes you realize to appreciate even the cleaning jobs are just as important

  • @anthonycbrown1952
    @anthonycbrown1952 Před 2 lety +9

    I strongly believe Japan has struck the best balance of individual freedom and respect for structure / discipline. You see a culture of continuous process / task improvement that respects the past but is not crippled by it. When you treat ANY job with importance / professionalism, no job is menial. Thanks as always John.

  • @geekmoto1363
    @geekmoto1363 Před 2 lety +15

    having the lookouts there even when there are no trains scheduled to arrive is not extreme at all, it shows caring and compassion for their coworkers, safety is always first

  • @auntyyoohoo5481
    @auntyyoohoo5481 Před rokem +3

    If only every country were that attentive and serious and respectful

  • @snowball8922
    @snowball8922 Před 2 lety +2

    Japan is the cleanest place I have ever travelled to. Since I’m a clean freak it’s one of my favourite destinations.

  • @expierreiment
    @expierreiment Před 2 lety +29

    I wish that more companies in the west would establish such thoughtful and efficient processes.

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican Před 2 lety +8

    "A little city inside a city" *Cityception*
    With you showing the station at that speed, it makes it look like a whole maze more than just a city 😂 This is why I'm glad Japan has a shame/guilt culture. When people see litter, they worry that the person behind them might think it was them, and so they pick it up to throw it out to feel better about themselves. That they were doing the right thing. The amount of time and effort that it takes to try to keep a city orderly is something you have to respect. As weird as it sounds, the belief of a "Toilet god" is a good mentality

  • @reynielmiguel6301
    @reynielmiguel6301 Před 2 lety +2

    this is what i love japan cleanliness. If only we can all do this too.

  • @LarsBreuning
    @LarsBreuning Před 2 lety +6

    The Japanese take their job very serious, no matter how trivial it may seem to westeners. They perform it diligently and with pride. Their sense of social responsibility is astounding.

  • @_nstar
    @_nstar Před 2 lety +23

    im a janitor at one of the big theme parks in the US and its intresting to see how other places clean around :)

  • @sheelahaulet1259
    @sheelahaulet1259 Před rokem +20

    This is amazing I wish the rest of the world 🌎 were able to take pride in cleanliness and safety ❤

  • @cathybrewer8958
    @cathybrewer8958 Před 2 lety +20

    Never been to Japan but have much respect for the people of Japan. Not surprised they keep their places so clean. Wish everyone would just do the right thing and clean up after themselves. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mwiese2593
    @mwiese2593 Před 2 lety +3

    every country in the world can learn from Japan when it comes to doing any job.

  • @lorrainethepain
    @lorrainethepain Před 2 lety +16

    It's like an intricately choreographed ballet. Everything is carefully planned. Every person knows their part and executes it with pride and excellence.

  • @charitolazaro74
    @charitolazaro74 Před 2 lety +9

    That’s why I love Japan. Sooooo clean. Nothing compared to other places in the world.

  • @thespectator2976
    @thespectator2976 Před 2 lety +4

    No matter what. In Japan everyone looks so professional :) i just love it :)

  • @pankajjagarwal9925
    @pankajjagarwal9925 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Such a great country. As an Indian I appreciate the hardwork japanese guys put to keep stations clean.

  • @yegassan1390
    @yegassan1390 Před 2 lety +5

    John さん、こんばんは😪
    Their work is not gorgeous.
    But they have responsibility and pride in their own work .
    Thank you for introducing us.
    This is a one of great video!

  • @marlonelias
    @marlonelias Před 2 lety +6

    That’s something we need to learn here in the US!.!.

  • @amytheorangutan
    @amytheorangutan Před 2 lety +5

    I love how everyone does their job so seriously. It is no matter what your job is, it is worth doing it right. That’s what set Japan apart.

  • @brutaltooth3900
    @brutaltooth3900 Před 5 měsíci +2

    I love the amount of pride and care the Japanese have in their work ethic. A real example of how to do things properly, big respect and well done!

  • @Dennis-ky6ec
    @Dennis-ky6ec Před 2 lety +31

    Very professional and well organized, as we can expect from Japan.
    I wish other countries were like that.

  • @wilmath-xc9kl
    @wilmath-xc9kl Před 2 lety +4

    I wish new york was that clean in the subways.

  • @FactStorm
    @FactStorm Před 11 měsíci +6

    God, I love Japan so much & miss it! Thanks for the video! I can't wait to revisit in the future :)

  • @Ex1tcutioner73.
    @Ex1tcutioner73. Před 2 lety +2

    I love these people's work ethics and volunteer to be adopted by their country

  • @sanashi27
    @sanashi27 Před 2 lety +59

    It's amazing how clean they make the place look and how seriously they're taking their jobs. I do think for something like cleaning near or the train tracks itself, security is a must. Anything can happen and they have to be ready for it. Anyways, they look like they're enjoying their work too so that's great. It's hard to find work you'd enjoy after all.

    • @Leenapanther
      @Leenapanther Před 2 lety

      I work in a shop at a train station. I wish the people who are responsible for cleaning the station were that dedicated. We shop employees have to use the public bathrooms (there are closed off stalls inside of the restroom we can use, but they get cleaned even less). This week there was no running tap water in the public bathroom for 5 days and no one did a thing, or even wrote a note, until I called the facility management. They just don't care.

  • @akiolife7198
    @akiolife7198 Před 2 lety +4

    I has a lot of respect for Japanese for their serious work passion.

  • @treffle17
    @treffle17 Před 2 lety +2

    These people are just so efficient at what the do , even the simplest thing . I glad to see things like that , super clean and safe.

  • @dcmsuccess
    @dcmsuccess Před 2 lety +8

    I just started learning about the wonders of the Japanese culture about 2 years ago. AMAZING🙏🏾

  • @ZaheerAbbas-cp7nw
    @ZaheerAbbas-cp7nw Před rokem +4

    Ueno is very beautiful 🥰 station,I used 2 years that station and the staff is very helpful

  • @kenlee224
    @kenlee224 Před 2 lety +5

    This is why Japanese craftmanship is well respected. We can see craftmanship even on a seeming tedious work like cleaning.

  • @gopalnegi6268
    @gopalnegi6268 Před 2 lety +2

    IT'S GOOD TO HEAR OR SEE THAT JAPAN LIKE COUNTRIES CREATES AWARENESS ABOUT CLEANLINESS IN A SOCIETY THANKS FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO 👍👍

  • @dana.j9062
    @dana.j9062 Před 2 lety +15

    Only in Japan indeed!!!
    Their dedication, integrity and discipline is mind blowing!!

  • @jaydoolies6973
    @jaydoolies6973 Před 2 lety +9

    The actions of these staff members shows respect and safety are paramount. Which automatically translates to a pleasant journey for passengers. This is the way!!

  • @RobbC.
    @RobbC. Před 2 lety +64

    Nice to see these behind the scenes heroes who help to keep Japan as spotless as it is. The job is made a little easier by the naturally respectful Japanese people who always tend to clean up after themselves as much as possible, but still a very important job for everyone to do. Good to see. Thanks :)

  • @hazeltongco3778
    @hazeltongco3778 Před 2 lety +2

    John, I miss this kind of video. Reminds me of your first CZcams channel. Please continue making a content like this. I appreciate your hard work.

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +1

      There are many other videos on this newer channel that are better than before 😉 so please subscriber and don’t miss another one - like the new one releasing tonight! -John

  • @rubenrosario3728
    @rubenrosario3728 Před rokem +3

    BIG Respect for JAPAN 👍🇵🇭❤️

  • @jennifersantos3918
    @jennifersantos3918 Před 2 lety +122

    This is surprisingly fascinating! Looks like very serious business. I think the safety precautions are spot on. I wish every company worried about its employee safety this much. I love the sped-up walkthrough of the station. It must have taken a long time. I’m going to go clean my toilet, now. Hope to not have to ask for a spare square any time soon! 😆

    • @onlyinjapan
      @onlyinjapan  Před 2 lety +18

      Clean it well. The toilet gods will make sure you are happy 😃 ✨ 🚽

    • @cb90222
      @cb90222 Před 2 lety +8

      @@onlyinjapan 😂 its true though Japanese people have the latest style of toilets and they also have a fantastic way of making sure their garbage is exactly what the cities require and I'm guessing that's why Japan is so clean and clever as well 😁

    • @Thekidisalright
      @Thekidisalright Před 2 lety +1

      Make sure you have a safety look out while you are at it! 😂

    • @SnowWhite-pw8hc
      @SnowWhite-pw8hc Před 2 lety

      The way Japan clean itself is to dumpling nuclear contaminated water to the ocean, making the world suffer.

  • @ArnoldPranks
    @ArnoldPranks Před 2 lety +11

    You can safely say THE world's biggest city, stays THE cleanest.

  • @kwaru1
    @kwaru1 Před 2 lety +1

    The Japanese emphasis on safety is remarkable. The lookout when the maintenance guy is refilling the train water

  • @kyqorioskygo8999
    @kyqorioskygo8999 Před 2 lety +9

    Japan is just an amazing country. The best in terms of maintenance

  • @oyedeepak
    @oyedeepak Před 2 lety +5

    I can't even clean my own toilet the way he did. Respect.

  • @Oberlix87
    @Oberlix87 Před 2 lety +21

    I really like videos like this that show the People behind the scenes and there hard work that most People take for a given.

  • @roxys744
    @roxys744 Před rokem +1

    This why I have a 4Runner, made in Japan! Much respect to those men and women to help their train system run smoothly!

  • @mmusico48
    @mmusico48 Před rokem +2

    Nothing but respect for this guys .

  • @rebeccachia
    @rebeccachia Před 2 lety +5

    I'm amazed that they take multiple jobs at one go and they are professionals at each one! High respect!

  • @Alfablue227
    @Alfablue227 Před rokem +5

    Amazing! The world should look to Japan for this and so much more. Love Nippon🎎🗾

  • @user-kz3oq3tp6l
    @user-kz3oq3tp6l Před 11 měsíci +1

    私は日本人なので毎日電車、新幹線などを使いますが、この方々が綺麗に掃除をしているから快適に乗れてるんだと改めて感謝致しました。
    トイレの神様の話がありましたが、生活の中で一番汚い場所を綺麗にする事で、神様がご褒美で幸運、金運をくれると小さい時から教えられます。なので日本のトイレは綺麗なのかもしれません。
    知らない方もいれませんが、映画監督の北野武さんも家のトイレは自分で掃除をすると言ってます。

  • @Jesse-B
    @Jesse-B Před 2 lety +2

    Japanese culture never ceases to amaze me.

  • @cherubin7th
    @cherubin7th Před 2 lety +26

    As someone who is in a cleaning worker coop, this is inspiring. Thank you!