Day in the Life of a Japanese Waitress

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  • čas přidán 15. 09. 2022
  • A day in the life of a Japanese waitress in Tokyo working at a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant. This is a typical work day for a waitress in the Japanese food industry and the typical working hours in Japan. This is a look inside of Japanese work culture in Japanese restaurants. Working in Japan is quite unique and depending on the industry may be a bit different from job to job, but many of the jobs also share similar characteristics. The video follows Yuki in her typical japan work day from morning until the evening and everything that happens in between at work. She arrives at the teppanyaki restaurant when it opens and leaves when it closes, very typical for Japanese restaurants. Yuki is a waitress at Pandora, a Teppanyaki restaurant, Japanese style flat grill, which has been a local favorite since 1972 serving Kobe beef steaks and teppanyaki course meals. During her time working as a full-time waitress, she learned the importance of reading and anticipating the customers needs and acting beforehand. It’s a strong part of a Japanese omotenashi culture, a deep and honest form of hospitality, treating customers with respect without asking for anything in return. So for her, even a smile from her customers brings her true joy. One of the main reasons why in Japan tips at the end of the meal are very uncustomary. This among other things shared in this video is what makes working in Japan as a waitress very unique experience.
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  • @PaolofromTOKYO
    @PaolofromTOKYO  Před rokem +327

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    • @Flaventuretoo
      @Flaventuretoo Před rokem +2

      nice! when I started watching only 3 others had seeing it🙂
      I might even get a reply from Paolo this time 🤠
      I'm definitely going to Tokyo when I tour se Asia this year.

    • @ropro9817
      @ropro9817 Před rokem

      YEEEEEESSSSSSSSS~~~~~!!!! My favorite series!!! 🤠

    • @jamichealgates1322
      @jamichealgates1322 Před rokem +1

      Have you did a car dealership when yet cause I'm trying to find it I know you've got the car shot one but that's for like repairing cars until my like the actual car Dealer

    • @Dumber0
      @Dumber0 Před rokem +1

      3 at night and drunk...but can comment

    • @joshgee8714
      @joshgee8714 Před rokem +1

      Can you do a day In the life of a police officer

  • @Achelouz
    @Achelouz Před rokem +12103

    She's a waitress, social media in-charge, beverage inventor, cashier, dishwasher, and general manager of this restaurant. Gets up in the morning, returns home late in the evening, I have nothing but respect for her! Working in a Japanese restaurant from day to night is really no small feat.

    • @Lyn-rv3vl
      @Lyn-rv3vl Před rokem +291

      and an otaku x)

    • @weinberg613
      @weinberg613 Před rokem +147

      Is a 16 hour shift typical?

    • @manusuarez3640
      @manusuarez3640 Před rokem +2

      @@colors6692 freak.

    • @teesmith501
      @teesmith501 Před rokem +253

      @@colors6692 I personally find her very attractive. Maybe not the same league as the delivery lady, but her work ethic and positive attitude are very attractive as well.

    • @rasdiggle
      @rasdiggle Před rokem +441

      She's doing the job of a store manager or owner, I just hope she's being paid properly.

  • @honiedew
    @honiedew Před rokem +4454

    She is so impressive. calling her as just a waitress is a total understatement - she does the duties of every role from dishwasher to GM. Edit: I’m in the USA and the roles are usually segmented unless you’re a manager role or owner/family

    • @kevinw543
      @kevinw543 Před rokem +152

      I agree as well, she can literally start her own restaurant. She needs to learn to cook or hire one.

    • @willl6551
      @willl6551 Před rokem +144

      I am half Japanese and worked at a Japanese restaurant during high school. I was the same - I served tables, made drinks and dessert, dishwasher, and kitchen hand. Maybe it's a part of Japanese restaurant culture. I know that in the US, the roles seem to be a lot more segmented - e.g. a hostess and a server would have very different roles. Quite interesting

    • @bingboyify
      @bingboyify Před rokem +126

      exactly, her role is more like an assistant restaurant manager in the hospitality industry rather than just a server.

    • @bingboyify
      @bingboyify Před rokem +5

      @@kevinw543 yes i think usually a restaurant manager would partner with a chef to start a restaurant

    • @ivanthetactical6072
      @ivanthetactical6072 Před rokem +8

      @R B General Manager.

  • @XX_Apexfury_XX
    @XX_Apexfury_XX Před rokem +1220

    Hearing that the manager knows of her hobbies and supports incorperating them into the buisness is really incredible! amazing way to show her he cares and keep buisness flowing.

    • @Jigalipuff
      @Jigalipuff Před 7 měsíci +6

      Small correction, its not the manager but I think the Owner is to be credited.

  • @djodom3572
    @djodom3572 Před rokem +990

    Mad respect for Yuki. She's definitely a hard working and intelligent girl powering through a LONG ASS shift. Hope she reaches her goals in the future

    • @ARRRGgHHHHHHh
      @ARRRGgHHHHHHh Před rokem +2

      i couldnt have agreed more, that was in the past though

    • @riccardogiordano7427
      @riccardogiordano7427 Před rokem

      You should respect my anus too

    • @ianc643
      @ianc643 Před rokem +3

      You really have to mention girl powering?

    • @SuperBanana-dx6fb
      @SuperBanana-dx6fb Před 10 měsíci +7

      @@ianc643 intelligent girl, powering

    • @benibluefoe
      @benibluefoe Před 9 měsíci

      Why is it that a woman is referred to as a "girl" while a male of the same age is a "man"? Please grow up, evolve and stop your misogyny.

  • @beautyunboxed530
    @beautyunboxed530 Před rokem +1081

    She is not just a waitress. She could manage her own business with all the tasks she used to do. Amazing!

    • @jensenraylight8011
      @jensenraylight8011 Před rokem +23

      managing her own business is a tall order,
      not only you pigeonhole yourself into a multi million dollar debt to establish your business,
      you also somehow have to figure out how to attract customer, and make food that people actually like.
      not to mention, owning a restaurant business mean that you no longer have any private time left.
      you should work harder than any normal human, or else,
      those Rent, Electricity and Payroll gonna haunt you in your sleep.
      owning a restaurant is a torture compared to working at the average 9-5 office job

    • @genlongtsang1093
      @genlongtsang1093 Před rokem

      Dyhjr

    • @zillsburyy1
      @zillsburyy1 Před rokem

      35K suicides in japan is understood now

    • @jumper55ful
      @jumper55ful Před rokem +6

      what she does is many times more than a GM or Manager does in an American restaurant it really shows just how well they work and how much better they are treated compared to those in America.

    • @f.b250
      @f.b250 Před rokem

      She's a slave.

  • @pogoz2005
    @pogoz2005 Před rokem +2360

    Can you try showing us the life of doctors or teachers in Japan? Great video as usual!

  • @bugra320
    @bugra320 Před rokem +94

    The fact that she is back home at 11:40PM is insane

  • @yoquincy3731
    @yoquincy3731 Před rokem +284

    She's LITERALLY running the restaurant! From morning to night!!

  • @SenpaiKai9000
    @SenpaiKai9000 Před rokem +644

    Yuki is such a beast!
    She seems more like a GM than just a server haha, she works so hard!

    • @Boldo921
      @Boldo921 Před rokem

      this is fucking sick, she's a human not a fucking robot and yet works as much as you can expect from robot, japanese culture is antihuman

    • @demetter7936
      @demetter7936 Před rokem

      I feel like that's all just played up for the camera to make foreigners think Japanese workers are extremely dedicated and to not get in trouble with their boss who might see the videos and see them slacking. I don't believe workers care that much about their low-paying jobs that require you to live in a laughably tiny apartment, especially in recent times with the exposure of how toxic the Japanese workplace is.

    • @Boldo921
      @Boldo921 Před rokem +6

      @@demetter7936 well i wish what you say is true but i've heard it's exactly like in the video. i mean pressure on those young people there is insane

    • @yogo1578
      @yogo1578 Před rokem

      The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall !

  • @jameelmohammed4995
    @jameelmohammed4995 Před rokem +702

    Her work ethic and dedication is amazing. Nothing but respect for Yuki

    • @titiung
      @titiung Před rokem +13

      Whats more important is whether she get paid well for all the work she does.

    • @broli123
      @broli123 Před rokem +14

      No, it's not, it's extremely toxic and she earns a fraction of what she should earn. People are not meat bags meant to make a business owner richer.

    • @GabeItchess
      @GabeItchess Před rokem +1

      yep very inspiring and motivation to me to work hard too

    • @fengkorberfer
      @fengkorberfer Před rokem +2

      b-b-b-beast of a work ethnic. Bapa?

    • @mynoxx01
      @mynoxx01 Před rokem +4

      I will never understand how people can be so impressed by modern slavery, lol.

  • @ivanichianus
    @ivanichianus Před rokem +161

    Damn 12+hour shifts and she pretty much does a little bit of everything in the restaurant except for cooking - what a hard worker and efficient as well, no time wasted.
    I hope Yuki gets to achieve her dreams of owning a collaboration cafe. Best of luck to her!

    • @hesitatenothing
      @hesitatenothing Před 4 měsíci +2

      how can people work so many hours? Man i'm a tall strong guy, but she can stand to work more hours than me.

  • @anudarib
    @anudarib Před rokem +127

    The way she is working with no hassle efficiently!! And her uniform looks so sharp!

    • @D-M-J
      @D-M-J Před rokem +1

      Right!! honestly i know i wouldn't be able to do this at all mad respect for her

  • @a.g.7887
    @a.g.7887 Před rokem +1368

    That's insane. I'm surprised she doesn't crash after getting home from a 13 hr day. Real dedication, patience, respect and stamina that she has.

    • @TsugMt
      @TsugMt Před rokem +62

      I would definitely crash after that daily shift tbh. I'm not made for working over there lmao

    • @zillsburyy1
      @zillsburyy1 Před rokem +1

      35K suicides in japan is understood now

    • @TsugMt
      @TsugMt Před rokem +1

      @@zillsburyy1 20k right now, they were able to lower the number from 30k to 20k which at the end of the day is an improvement and impressive though to the fact that many countries like the USA are increasing in those kinds of numbers, so hopefully they can continue to advance

    • @HKim0072
      @HKim0072 Před rokem +7

      Right after college, I got hired in a corporate office.
      I got a job waiting tables on the weekend and frequently worked a double shift on Sat and a split shit on Sun (11-8pm). Also, I’d got out a few nights during the week and sometimes on Sat night.
      (And the work commute was 2+ hours for the corporate job.)

    • @CarpetHater
      @CarpetHater Před rokem +5

      yeah, i work 8 hours with around 1:30 hours for breaks, and i feel exhausted after work... although that might also be because my job involves alot of moving and standing, and the fact that i start at 7 AM.

  • @gamayun6102
    @gamayun6102 Před rokem +717

    Dear Paulo, my girlfriend works at a nursery home for elderly people who suffer from dementia. Her job is to completely take care of them. This is in The Netherlands and I would love to see how it is in comparison to Japan. Would you consider doing a 'One day in the life of an eldery caretaker'? Something like that. Thank you :)

    • @jessenthebenezer
      @jessenthebenezer Před rokem +44

      thats a great idea especially considering the ageing population there!

    • @xendex
      @xendex Před rokem +1

      Nice idea

    • @youraveragepasser-by7367
      @youraveragepasser-by7367 Před rokem +7

      Great idea but must be really tough since Japanese people are very particular about privacy

    • @Bergen98
      @Bergen98 Před rokem

      Japanese don't have great care homes, especially for handicap people.

    • @BLVCKSCORP
      @BLVCKSCORP Před rokem +1

      Yup that would be a really important side to see of Japan

  • @EmiliaKaida
    @EmiliaKaida Před rokem +615

    She sleeps at 2am at night, and wakes up at 8am in the morning. That's extreme. Much respect!
    Update: I'm saying "extreme" because 2am is the time where your organs need to relax etc... It's *usually* not recommended to stay up that late.

    • @himitsu30007
      @himitsu30007 Před rokem +35

      I don't think 6hours of sleep is that little, most of people I know sleep that much or less

    • @linternauta
      @linternauta Před rokem +82

      @@himitsu30007 it is not healthy though

    • @thexht7927
      @thexht7927 Před rokem +30

      Just to remind you that the averge sleep time of Japanese is 7.5 hours. And Japan is already the top 10 least sleep time country in the world. So yeah, 6hours per day is an extreme in long run

    • @T.K.9
      @T.K.9 Před rokem +4

      I work night shifts. And sometimes my shifts will be 3 nights, a day off and then 2 nights after.
      that day off where I can sleep normal makes it hard to sleep for the next night shift. So that next nightshift is usually me without any sleep lol. It is not fun at all!

    • @arjhayfrias6594
      @arjhayfrias6594 Před rokem +3

      6 hours is enough thou

  • @flyingfox3766
    @flyingfox3766 Před rokem +163

    Mad respect, she is doing a lot as a “waitress”. Hope she enjoys the work: her manager and colleagues look nice as well.

  • @TorchicNidoran1994
    @TorchicNidoran1994 Před rokem +359

    Can't help but respect her for remaining so cheerful and working for such a long shift five times a week

    • @welcometomyvacation4681
      @welcometomyvacation4681 Před rokem +25

      she's not -- trust me

    • @user-jy3rx2bk9e
      @user-jy3rx2bk9e Před rokem +16

      It is typically 40 hours in total, so they come with long shift and short shift, most restaurants work have irregular shifts.
      I worked for several restaurants in Japan.

    • @yourlocalhuman3526
      @yourlocalhuman3526 Před rokem +8

      it's on camera bro.....

    • @leonardovieirafranco1501
      @leonardovieirafranco1501 Před rokem +35

      she said 1 to 2 days off suggesting 6 day work week. She basically dreams of work, and wakes to go work. This is all alright if she is making decent money though but yea, i can't imagine this is great for mental health if she isn't saving money.
      Edit: just checked japans minimum wage. It's £6.33. how is it that a number 3 country in terms of gdp has such a low floor of pay for workers whilst working them to the ground like this? No S^%$ the birth rate is in decline. Who has time and money for that??

    • @peachylover4598
      @peachylover4598 Před rokem +1

      @@leonardovieirafranco1501 i couldnt agree more. its such bullshit.

  • @ona3304
    @ona3304 Před rokem +485

    She comes in to work at 10:30 am, restaurant closes at 11pm, helps with cleaning after then finally comes home by 11:40pm. Wow, that's such a long working hour. I hope she enjoys her restdays and reward herself. Its nice that she finds an anime activity that she enjoys.

    • @suprero90
      @suprero90 Před rokem +55

      Sadly that's the life of a lot of Japanese 😞

    • @Doramuotoko
      @Doramuotoko Před rokem +7

      Theres a break after lunch hour but yeah i agree its hell of a working hours

    • @greatndit
      @greatndit Před rokem +18

      this is the comment i 'm looking for ! she works for more than 12 hours everyday .
      and she does not only waitress job !

    • @walkingdistrict
      @walkingdistrict Před rokem +24

      Technically, Japan adopted a 40-hour workweek in the 80s. So either this restaurant is breaking labor laws, or she's getting overtime pay/more time off on other days. I hope it's the latter.

    • @fred6907
      @fred6907 Před rokem +11

      Yeah this seems insane to me. This robotic life is not for everyone that's for sure, mad respect. And I thought I had a tiny apartment!

  • @rrys_
    @rrys_ Před rokem +248

    I'm currently working here in Japan for 4 months with the same job as her, but we are called "company employees (shain)". Not just "waitress". Our workload is very similar and NORMAL here in Japan. It's really hard but I'm glad that we're actually well-compensated here. What I earn here per hour is equivalent to what I earn in PH per day. So yeah, it's worth it, just tiring, very tiring :(

    • @TheMaristela05
      @TheMaristela05 Před rokem +5

      how much do you make monthly if I may ask?

    • @MapleTalkative2
      @MapleTalkative2 Před rokem +3

      how much yu mkae

    • @erenmeii
      @erenmeii Před rokem

      Thru SSW visa po ba kayo?

    • @rrys_
      @rrys_ Před rokem +1

      @@erenmeii yes po

    • @rrys_
      @rrys_ Před rokem +3

      @@TheMaristela05 this cut off I received ¥200k+ bawas na lahat.

  • @yurinfinit
    @yurinfinit Před rokem +210

    Wow... waitress, cleaner, hostess, mediamanager, shopper, accountant... what else? I think it's too much... she deserves everything! Success to her

    • @hussainali1340
      @hussainali1340 Před 8 měsíci +3

      they're enslaved.. what do u expect xd

    • @Jones3784
      @Jones3784 Před 7 měsíci

      Capitalism slave conditions only this no time for yourself for Study and hangtime for friends Very sérios conditions for anyone there more Holiday this a type things what Japan need and less hora for Jobs(less hours more Jobs for everyone simples logic).

    • @adw6894
      @adw6894 Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@hussainali1340 Her salary is quite high actually. Her retirement is secured

    • @koriander.k7377
      @koriander.k7377 Před 5 měsíci

      ​@@hussainali1340 Better than enslaved to your fake god lmao

    • @Goleon
      @Goleon Před 4 měsíci

      @@hussainali1340- Dude, sthu.

  • @PhiNguyen-tn2vn
    @PhiNguyen-tn2vn Před rokem +207

    I used to work in the food and beverage industry before Covid hit us.
    She could be a Restaurant supervisor from my opinion. Stock control, beverage making, hostess, server, ... every tasks in the front of house that she can perfectly handle them.
    Respect to the Japanese working spirit !
    And Thank you Paolo for this video !!!

    • @yogo1578
      @yogo1578 Před rokem

      The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall !

  • @awfan221
    @awfan221 Před rokem +540

    I envy how Paolo can talk while smiling. It's almost like someone is whispering a funny joke to him in an earpiece, but he's trying to hold it in and not burst into laughter.

    • @Sarah-lt1ox
      @Sarah-lt1ox Před rokem +9

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @yogo1578
      @yogo1578 Před rokem +2

      The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall !

    • @edeneden4244
      @edeneden4244 Před rokem +1

      I work the.same cashier manager inventory no to.dishwaschier.almost 6 months.I resign I have to work another planet big salary dollars

    • @sals3379
      @sals3379 Před rokem +1

      Lollll...I agree with your assessment

    • @kikilala3430
      @kikilala3430 Před rokem +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 true and yet funny

  • @schrono8359
    @schrono8359 Před rokem +4

    日本人です。様々な業種の人の1日の流れを見ることができるのでいつも楽しく見させてもらっています。
    応援しています。頑張ってください!😊

  • @chon2096
    @chon2096 Před rokem +31

    The wife and I are staying Kadoya Hotel, coincidentally next to this grill. We will be going tomorrow. I've been following your channel for over 5 years now, and our entire trip to Japan has been heavily influenced by all your great guides. Thank you Paolo to you and your wife for making so much of our trip to Japan memorable.

    • @gergergrw
      @gergergrw Před 10 měsíci +1

      how was the restaurant ? updates?

    • @chon2096
      @chon2096 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @ctcarino It was fantastic. Went there for lunch. My wife and I got the set, and it was filling. There were only two workers (we may have been the first customers of the day). Beef was premium, and nothing was overly complicated that could take away from the Wagyu center piece. It was the most expensive meal we had in our Japan trip (less than what we'd pay in the States) but well worth the experience.

    • @thelifeofbatteries2603
      @thelifeofbatteries2603 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@chon2096 How was the language barrier?? we will be in the area soon and considering eating there. Thanks

    • @ItsAndrewXPIRL
      @ItsAndrewXPIRL Před 3 měsíci

      @@chon2096 Did you have to make a reservation? Or did you just show up right when they opened since your hotel was so close?

    • @chon2096
      @chon2096 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@thelifeofbatteries2603 For the most part, the language barrier didn't hinder the experience. It's best to just be polite and point at the item on the menu. Saying thank you or hello is quite universal and appreciated when communication is difficult. :)

  • @volgg
    @volgg Před rokem +1306

    Man she's definitely doing more than a waitress. Hope she's compensated well for it (wouldn't be surprised if that's not the case, considering the japanese work culture). Hope to see her opening her own collaboration cafe!

    • @batchagaloopytv5816
      @batchagaloopytv5816 Před rokem +12

      its not but oh well she chose it 🤷‍♂️🙄

    • @semzip8558
      @semzip8558 Před rokem +209

      @@batchagaloopytv5816 somebody lacks empathy

    • @mariharrik5987
      @mariharrik5987 Před rokem +19

      @@semzip8558 how he lacks empathy hes right she choose this life

    • @fred6907
      @fred6907 Před rokem +35

      @@carries.4041 Typical entitled and spoiled Gen Z. We've pretty much stopped hiring younger people in our company, their work ethics are just horrible.

    • @zillsburyy1
      @zillsburyy1 Před rokem

      35K suicides in japan is understood now

  • @nerd26373
    @nerd26373 Před rokem +701

    These behind the counter videos are sure to make everyone’s day. Japan has notoriously long working hours, and it’s quite admirable to see people who are always willing to do what it takes to go beyond and overcome challenges along their way.

    • @prashantgurung2635
      @prashantgurung2635 Před rokem +9

      @Anthony Juarez Waitress in japan earns good money plus free food everyday its a win deal

    • @alfif4478
      @alfif4478 Před rokem +4

      Amogus

    • @sparklesparklesparkle6318
      @sparklesparklesparkle6318 Před rokem

      @Anthony Juarez what we need is a cashless communist utopia. to each according to their ability, to each according to their needs : )

    • @MrMightybuddah
      @MrMightybuddah Před rokem +14

      Well being? Yes job security but she’s working from 9am to 11pm 5-6 days a week. She’s fine with that because she’s Japanese and has that amazing work ethic. Westerners are lazy and wouldn’t last a week in her shoes.

    • @Usmodlover
      @Usmodlover Před rokem +11

      @@MrMightybuddah guess you don’t know anyone who works 2 jobs huh? Also Americans work more hours a year on average (1757.23 vs 1738.36)

  • @salembookworm
    @salembookworm Před rokem +1

    I love this series so much! Please keep new and interesting stories coming!

  • @saveushiral
    @saveushiral Před rokem +18

    OMG... I got tired just by watching this video... We have to just respect the work culture of the Japanese... Absolutely mesmerizing and surreal... Hats off these young people

  • @avaxran4051
    @avaxran4051 Před rokem +437

    I love it when Paolo make's videos like this.
    Everyone lives a totally different life so it's always nice to see what's it's like to see a glimpse of their day.
    Thanks mate! Looking forward to the next one.

  • @jocelynjuspandi8115
    @jocelynjuspandi8115 Před rokem +557

    I'm a waitress , bartender , gaming attendant and receptionist at my work. And what she's doing really inspires me , to thrive and work harder. Not only she does a long hours but she does an absolute perfection at her job. She's a hard worker , has a good attitude and beautiful. One of a kind of role model I look up to.

    • @MrFredstt
      @MrFredstt Před rokem +3

      What's a gaming attendant? Excuse me for the ignorance if this is common knowledge

    • @s70driver2005
      @s70driver2005 Před rokem +10

      @@MrFredstt she could work someplace that has video games for customers to play while they eat. We have some places like that where I live.

    • @AlexG-pt2zs
      @AlexG-pt2zs Před rokem

      Chucky cheese?

    • @ARRRGgHHHHHHh
      @ARRRGgHHHHHHh Před rokem

      have you seen the bill clinton kid at the game awards?

    • @TeeBoyd88
      @TeeBoyd88 Před rokem +1

      @@MrFredstt you attend the area that has customers who game on machines.

  • @normancharles2523
    @normancharles2523 Před 9 měsíci

    Fantastic as always Paolo. Mad respect for Yuki's work ethic and general wonderfulness

  • @chium2383
    @chium2383 Před 4 měsíci

    Thank u! Such authentic videos

  • @JeremyThompson1978
    @JeremyThompson1978 Před rokem +187

    I just came back from Thailand and transited via Japan. I kept looking for you on my flight, but now I'm happy to see that you made another Day in the Life video. That's good enough for me! This series is amazing!

  • @GIChiyo
    @GIChiyo Před rokem +128

    I love seeing an Otaku thrive like this, breaking the stereotypes!
    I love that she organizes collaborations!

    • @alexfrank5331
      @alexfrank5331 Před rokem +8

      It's a pretty normal... Are you confusing otaku with hikikomori?

    • @user-jp4ve6re9i
      @user-jp4ve6re9i Před rokem +2

      "What you can imagine is possible" (lyrics of "Star-mu" that I love) (from Yuki)

    • @yogo1578
      @yogo1578 Před rokem

      The Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel heads are having talks while you are reading this about their growth in Australia and in Asia. Exterminating The Yakusa presence and their activities in the country would be considerably profitable for the Hells Angels, the Comanchero motorcycle club and the Aussie Cartel. The goal is to initiate their expansion over the Yakusa in Australia and to push it as far as in Japan. According to their plans, they are and will be supported by the Sinaloa Cartel for a part of the gains obtained and it would be done by the end of 2023. They told their mens to prioritize the capture, mostly for torture and interrogation before killing and for selling but to kill right away if they can not capture. This is what members having close ties with Hells Angels chapter leaders are talking about. Some members of the Hells Angels and of the Sinaloa Cartel had already start moving to Australia. The mens had been told to get the job done by any means, even by mass killing if needed. If you are directly involved let your comrades know so you can be prepared for what is happening before it is too late to prevent the bloodbath and your fall !

  • @pama-g5667
    @pama-g5667 Před rokem +10

    She is adorable! And such a hard worker. Great video!

  • @deerfriend7511
    @deerfriend7511 Před rokem

    everyone work so hard there, thank you for the video, it really inspire me!

  • @mlonde78
    @mlonde78 Před rokem +108

    A big thank you to her and everyone at the restaurant for allowing us a glimpse into their daily routine. I know it wouldn’t be easy to go about normally with a guy and his camera following them around.
    And a big thank you to you Paolo for making this series so that we can see what daily lives in Japan are like.

  • @amaliegarsia
    @amaliegarsia Před rokem

    Loved this video so much!!

  • @user-hz7ll2tq9k
    @user-hz7ll2tq9k Před rokem

    I totally love these day in life videos from Japan
    Thanks a lot paulo

  • @TheJohn8765
    @TheJohn8765 Před rokem +170

    She sounds like a creative go-getter. Good for her! Thanks, Paolo. We never would have seen stuff like this without you doing it. I really like these 'day in the life' vids.

  • @tenou213
    @tenou213 Před rokem +101

    So much respect.
    She's definitely an all-rounder who also represents her business and industry extremely well!

  • @Paulygoku
    @Paulygoku Před rokem +4

    the level of detail and craft is amazing

  • @ryanhalley1982
    @ryanhalley1982 Před rokem

    Loved it. Thanks Yuki!

  • @soulscyther666
    @soulscyther666 Před rokem +13

    I think hers is one of the few that's more tiring out of all that has been featured so far. Ridiculously long hours and lots of miscellaneous tasks aside from the customer service itself which is no joke on its own. And like only less than a couple hours to enjoy herself at home before getting 6hrs of sleep. No wonder she kinda had a hard time waking fully at the start of the video. Great respect to her and to all the waiters/waitresses out there.

  • @junas4837
    @junas4837 Před rokem +170

    This is insane, the workload is beyond what I could take. I truly hope she achieve her dreams.

    • @cesarebachelli
      @cesarebachelli Před rokem +15

      It is admirable but it is not a way to live.

    • @junas4837
      @junas4837 Před rokem

      @opzz xsin How was your daily routine at work? Was it as heavy as hers?

    • @junas4837
      @junas4837 Před rokem +3

      @@cesarebachelli Maybe, but I don't think it is completely out of the question that someone may enjoy this lifestyle. There are all kinds of people out there. Improbable, but not impossible!

    • @prashantgurung2635
      @prashantgurung2635 Před rokem

      You are so weak improve your stamina and be discipline in your life

    • @hariobayu4941
      @hariobayu4941 Před rokem +1

      true man, just watching this vid make me feel tired

  • @theAnxiouschristian
    @theAnxiouschristian Před rokem +2

    Love this vid man and huge respect for hardworking people like her working in the food industry.

  • @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293

    So many people try to rip Paolo off but he's the original and the best. This inspired and perfectly executed series is your magnum opus dude. Fantastic! Great work every single time. 👍👍👍

    • @Michael20
      @Michael20 Před rokem +1

      where are the copycats and how do i watch them? i know only one

    • @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293
      @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293 Před rokem +7

      @@Michael20 Just type 'A day in the life of...' into the search bar and check out how the storyboarding, graphics, narration and general presentation goes on all the videos that pop up. They're all copying Paolo.

    • @nil4041
      @nil4041 Před rokem +1

      Day in the life of other people or themselves?

    • @b.o.4469
      @b.o.4469 Před 10 měsíci +1

      It's pretty much the same video over and over because japanese basically all think alike.

    • @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293
      @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@b.o.4469 That's seriously all you got out of these looks into what other people do during their normal workdays?!

  • @bugs294
    @bugs294 Před rokem +160

    Wow her work day is so long and Yuki does so much more than just waitressing duties. I hope the restaurant pays her well because she also does administrative and manage social media account.

    • @g60force
      @g60force Před rokem +19

      yeah it seems her work is taking up all her time, how would she even find time or someone to date?? I mean would love to meet her, sadly distance :/

    • @welcometomyvacation4681
      @welcometomyvacation4681 Před rokem +15

      nahh -- they pay her shit -- she can barely afford her apartment and daily living -- I own a bar and its typical -- hourly to pay about 1000 yen and hour -- if you do salary expect much less

    • @user-jy3rx2bk9e
      @user-jy3rx2bk9e Před rokem +7

      Japanese restaurants typically have very irregular shifts, total working hours for employee is 40 at most(unless doing overtime which is rare), so not different from other jobs.

    • @Mwoods2272
      @Mwoods2272 Před rokem +5

      @@user-jy3rx2bk9e Yuki gets to work at 10am, leaves at 11:30pm, 5 days a week so that's more than 40 hours.

    • @user-jy3rx2bk9e
      @user-jy3rx2bk9e Před rokem +4

      @@Mwoods2272
      It is very much standard that people work 4 hours in some days and 12hours in other days.
      99% chances are she is working 40hours of irregular shifts rather than doing 2 hours of overtime everytime. I worked several restaurants in Japan and never seen single cheff/waiters/wairess over 40hours unless manager.
      It is pretty rare that restaurants have 30minutes+ of overtime as they most certainly have closing hours.

  • @kyleeeeeee_
    @kyleeeeeee_ Před rokem +207

    Great video Paolo! You are doing a great job in showing what most waitresses do in Japan! These "Day in the Life" series has been a blast and I can't wait for the next one! Also, I miss your "Hold My Miso" series 😢. Keep up the great work kuya Paolo! 😄

    • @PaolofromTOKYO
      @PaolofromTOKYO  Před rokem +37

      Thanks...Maybe one day we'll bring back the Hold My Miso vids 😀

    • @Rliang7070
      @Rliang7070 Před rokem +3

      I love these videos
      Japan 🇯🇵 is my dream 😊

    • @frankgehry5073
      @frankgehry5073 Před rokem

      Is that you in the video? Great job! Very insightful

    • @QuackCow144
      @QuackCow144 Před rokem

      @@frankgehry5073 obviously not

    • @frankgehry5073
      @frankgehry5073 Před rokem

      @@QuackCow144 Obviously! Ask her minutes after the video was uploaded. Been a while since i've seen one of his "Day in The Life" videos. Have a great day

  • @lmermotochannel
    @lmermotochannel Před rokem +1

    what a wonderful experience to be on the restaurant checking all the very details of Japanese working ethics and values, thanks for showing it . thanks Paolo your are great!

  • @kyriakosavraam3153
    @kyriakosavraam3153 Před rokem +3

    I love these series. I am quite fascinated with the Japanese culture and way of living. I think they are one of the most disciplined people. They work hard and they have high standards and i respect that. Well done!

  • @GoBuddieGo
    @GoBuddieGo Před rokem +43

    Awesome! I worked as an Expeditor at a restaurant for 6 years so content like this always fascinates me. Seeing how a restaurant from a different country works and operates is exciting to me, now I'm hoping for a 'Day in the Life of a Japanese Line Cook'.

  • @ubud5924
    @ubud5924 Před rokem +7

    Another great podcast as usual!! I check every day to see what is new with you. Even though I have lived in Japan for 12 yrs plus, always find it enjoyable!! Thanks!

  • @wilhelminacarthens2060

    Loved this video, Thank you.

  • @brandonward3551
    @brandonward3551 Před rokem

    Nice informative vid of the typical Japanese restaurant industry. Thanks

  • @whyfoo
    @whyfoo Před rokem +4

    I love this series ,been waiting for a minute . Thank you for delivering and for all your hard work Paolo ❤🙏

  • @baditude41
    @baditude41 Před rokem +18

    Yuki is extremely amazing! She does so much for the restaurant, it's incredible!! Great job, Yuki!!!

  • @JimmyJaxJellyStax
    @JimmyJaxJellyStax Před rokem +13

    Very much pleased to meet someone like this

  • @Pixlanta
    @Pixlanta Před rokem +8

    Japanese people are hard workers with an attitude and outlook.❤ love your videos, so informative

  • @mgunny05
    @mgunny05 Před rokem +68

    This young lady has got her “stuff” together and works hard and is very organized doing it. A lot of personal pride in doing her best at it no matter the task. She is AWESOME!

  • @adventurealways
    @adventurealways Před rokem +5

    Love to see the hustle and seeing so much more being done aside from what you’d typically expect! Great video!

  • @eduardo4gui4r
    @eduardo4gui4r Před rokem

    I love your channel Paolo. Amazing videos like that! Best regards from Brazil!

  • @lovinislandgurls07
    @lovinislandgurls07 Před rokem +1

    Loving this series keep it up! Enjoyed the one about anime figure sculptors!

  • @ireendekkerr7970
    @ireendekkerr7970 Před rokem +5

    Wow,she is so impressive !
    I love the way she does her job as a waitress, very professional , and customer friendly,polite !
    Such a nice vlog again Paolo, arigato !😊🙏🙏

  • @martaledbetter2911
    @martaledbetter2911 Před rokem +3

    Another great video! I love Day in the Life series and often rewatch my favorites. Thank you Paulo.

  • @bjarrk
    @bjarrk Před rokem

    I enjoy these videos so much

  • @diledile89
    @diledile89 Před rokem

    I love this kind of videos

  • @piplup10203854
    @piplup10203854 Před rokem +10

    I look forward to each and every one of these, they're my favorite series. There is just something great about the rundown of a typical day in the life of and I enjoy my meals as I watch them

  • @bert60hz
    @bert60hz Před rokem +13

    I love watching your "Day in the life" series! I always get a blast of joy whenever i get the notifications haha. Keep making amazing videos, Paolo

    • @maxnicole7282
      @maxnicole7282 Před rokem

      To be sincere actually i was looking out for someone elses,I mean an old friend of mine in School when i came across your picture..I must admit you're beautiful.

  • @rifanmulyanto7594
    @rifanmulyanto7594 Před rokem

    Always enjoy your videos

  • @kitsamabrian9904
    @kitsamabrian9904 Před 10 měsíci

    i love your vids, i have a passion in opening a restaurant very soon, hopefully these videos are helpful

  • @Devin.S4
    @Devin.S4 Před rokem +3

    Love these videos. The work ethic of Japan is always so impressive!

  • @cyrlorenz
    @cyrlorenz Před rokem +6

    Hi Paolo, I'm enjoying videos like these. I find it encouraging knowing how people go about their daily lives. Hope you do more of these. 😁👍

  • @ashtragameroom3969
    @ashtragameroom3969 Před rokem +2

    I like how japan respects all kinds of job. Your " A day in the life" series is just amazing😀

  • @Suoh_6
    @Suoh_6 Před rokem +4

    She is highly motivated and has a great heart, she does do a lot of work but we see her without a lot of complaints, learn from her! excellent girl!

  • @cesarcastillo784
    @cesarcastillo784 Před rokem +7

    I just love these videos, they make me feel closer to the Japanese culture which I'm so fascinated by. Keep up with this great content

  • @senseofeven2244
    @senseofeven2244 Před rokem +3

    I'm mesmerized at how you capture all these footage angles.

  • @rudrasingh209
    @rudrasingh209 Před rokem +1

    Absolute massive respect for hard working people like her...

  • @StephenandAkimy
    @StephenandAkimy Před rokem +27

    Left the house for work at 10AM and got home from work at 11:40PM. That is more than 12 hours! And she is doing all the responsibilities of at least 3 people. Respect!
    Japanese are so hardworking.

    • @riccardogiordano7427
      @riccardogiordano7427 Před rokem

      Yeah they are hard working but when they die most of em won't go into Heaven and in a billion of of years their country culture and Memories won't exist anymore

    • @Lara-vo6rp
      @Lara-vo6rp Před rokem

      @@riccardogiordano7427 heaven isn't real get over yourself weirdo

  • @Kelz_X
    @Kelz_X Před rokem +3

    I’ve learned so much watching your videos over the years. Enjoyable! Knowledgeable! You’re the reason I want to visit Japan.
    You’re like a teacher and I thank you so much 🙇🏽‍♀️

  • @ScarletShade13
    @ScarletShade13 Před rokem +86

    I am amazed how organized Yuki is, while working this long and hard! I hope her pay is good, every restaurant - or company, really - is lucky to have such a dedicated employee

    • @welcometomyvacation4681
      @welcometomyvacation4681 Před rokem +8

      are you kidding -- this is expected -- this is japan --not ______ (insert country name here)

    • @nawab256
      @nawab256 Před rokem +4

      It looks like she’s one of maybe two waiters so I’m sure compensation is good enough with their current economy.

    • @alexfrank5331
      @alexfrank5331 Před rokem +1

      @@nawab256 Nope. She makes significantly less than western waitress if you consider everything: number of hours, responsibility, work performance/responsibilities, and cost of living.

    • @DanKxxx
      @DanKxxx Před rokem

      Waitresses earn pretty bad in Japan compared to other non tipping countries. One upside is Japan is super cheap including housing.

    • @ScarletShade13
      @ScarletShade13 Před rokem

      @@DanKxxx I thought housing prices are way up?

  • @06acc
    @06acc Před rokem +60

    I like how neat and orderly everything is

  • @yuikozhang5650
    @yuikozhang5650 Před 11 měsíci

    This restuarant looks so clean and so good! I would definitely visit it someday when I went to Japan!

  • @Thatshowugetants
    @Thatshowugetants Před rokem +4

    I love this kind of series! ❤

  • @LilyLovecraft
    @LilyLovecraft Před rokem +39

    I love how excited this guy sounds over the clean drain, it really is the little things sometimes 😄

    • @michaelfforte
      @michaelfforte Před rokem +1

      Nice comment, I noticed that too - yes, life is really just little things.

    • @Ts-fp5sd
      @Ts-fp5sd Před rokem

      what do u mean? i dont get it

    • @michaelfforte
      @michaelfforte Před rokem +1

      @@Ts-fp5sd I believe the point of the commentator (Lily) and my comment are about how we often overlook the small things in life.
      Everyday life is not about saving children and cats from burning buildings.
      The chef in the video cleans his drain - such a small gesture - but it reflects his attitude toward cleanliness, his cooking, how his patrons will enjoy his food because he cares about the small details.
      The little things in life matter.

  • @hannahcrossett3415
    @hannahcrossett3415 Před rokem

    This was so cool! I bought one of everything to try :)

  • @Cronus_Primus
    @Cronus_Primus Před rokem +16

    It's incredible the amount of work that this young lady is responsible for carrying out. My sincere respect for her, I hope that she accomplishes her goals in life.

  • @Kendo94436
    @Kendo94436 Před rokem +8

    Paolo you're a genius with this serial, it's just so motivating and so good made, I'm out of words can't describe it. Thank you for your hard work it's perfectly made, wish serial is longer and more often but can't complain considering how much work it requires to be made, thanks a lot. :)

  • @lemoncooking6596
    @lemoncooking6596 Před rokem +4

    Already so excited to see it Paolo! I've always wanted to go to Japan.

  • @hannachan1357
    @hannachan1357 Před rokem +2

    I enjoy watching this series! I hope you can make a day in the life of a kaigofukushishi too. Thanks Paolo and kudos to you & Maiko for always giving great content.

  • @m3equals333
    @m3equals333 Před 8 měsíci

    Love this series. Yuki rocks!

  • @oliviaedralin1436
    @oliviaedralin1436 Před rokem +5

    Thank you. I’m always fascinated with lifestyle in Japan.. their cleanliness, respect for each other and the integrity they possess with any profession. And the food looks marvelous! Thanks for featuring this

    • @fauzanritno
      @fauzanritno Před rokem +1

      Wonder how can someone have a kid with so much load of tasks and work for 13 hrs a day?
      Come home at 11.40 pm surely you will be reluctant to touch your partner on the bed because of the immense fatigue.

    • @razmatazz9310
      @razmatazz9310 Před rokem

      @@fauzanritno Well that's easy: they don't. They are killing their own society by holding onto these insane cultural norms because nobody has babies anymore.

    • @prashantgurung2635
      @prashantgurung2635 Před rokem

      @@fauzanritno Japanese don't like having kids the country is already overpopulated thats why

  • @kevs8891
    @kevs8891 Před rokem +390

    How can she handle all these tasks as such a young lady? So much respect to her.

    • @ShaferHart
      @ShaferHart Před rokem +28

      she's an adult

    • @SrGravatas
      @SrGravatas Před rokem

      she has to.
      or else you starve, thats capitalism at his best.
      Works more than your boss, destroy your own body while doing it and gets paid only the enough to survive.

    • @aoichannel3724
      @aoichannel3724 Před rokem

      This is just a typical asian people does 😁

    • @imesae3436
      @imesae3436 Před rokem

      @@ShaferHart young adult

    • @faintsherin4468
      @faintsherin4468 Před rokem

      Isn’t she 30 already?

  • @simonsimon646
    @simonsimon646 Před rokem

    She can handle all kind of tasks ,very impressive ,love the video ,thank you Paolo

  • @anobayantv
    @anobayantv Před měsícem

    The Modern and Great Version of Japan Video Topics. Keep it up man! 😊❤🇵🇭

  • @blakemusanto699
    @blakemusanto699 Před rokem +4

    I am glad i discovered your channel! Thanks for all the times I had nothing to do and I see you have posted a new video ❤

  • @LARKXHIN
    @LARKXHIN Před rokem +7

    I can't believe after so many videos spotlighting restaurants, I didn't realize there wasn't a waitress or waiter video lol thank you!

  • @chadtolentino4294
    @chadtolentino4294 Před 9 měsíci

    Love your content @paolo!

  • @rbybarr
    @rbybarr Před rokem +6

    This was so cool to watch! I love that her boss also encourages her to come up with new menu items like that drink!
    I hope Yuki’s dream comes true ❤