"At times I get the feeling that I hate all my videos and think what's the point of what I'm doing." That's sad to hear. Out of all the content creators I watch that make content on Japan, your channel is the only one where I feel like I am always learning something new, my time is respected, the topics are interesting and not the typical gacha/anime/Japanese weirdness/food videos, and they are always enjoyable. They are 'edutainment', I walk away feeling like I actually expanded my knowledge, and had fun doing so. I hope you continue to try and make the videos you want to make, but the videos you've already made are very good.
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Love this one. Always enjoy your videos Greg. No matter the content. I’m here for you and not just my interest in Japan. Though the Japan videos are my favorite!
2 years ago | 10
I enjoyed your choice of editing to tell this story. Thanks for resharing.
2 years ago | 2
This was one of my favorite videos. I remember it very well!
2 years ago (edited) | 1
Greg, I love all your videos and yours are the ones I'm the most excited to see out of all the YouTubers that talk about foreign countries! I learn so much from your videos and greatly appreciate the time you spend on your research and your natural speaking style. I love the documentaries you make and recommend them to anyone who wants to learn about Japan. There is so much value in what you do, and I hope you are enjoying what you do. Because even if there wasn't a point, the enjoyment would be point enough.
2 years ago | 1
I love it!!! It's in my "to watch again" playlist and I rewatch it at least once a week😬 I just love this type of day in the life vlog, sometimes I feel like I'm watching a Koreeda's movie 😁😂 but I really like it! If you can pls make more videos like this, thanks
2 years ago | 1
Wow, I had missed this one, thanks for sharing it on the feed once again. This one was superb. But so are all your other videos. It‘s funny how we all have a sort of imposter syndrome in our professional lives. You can be more than just proud about what you have created with your channels Greg. Thank you for everything that you create.
2 years ago | 1
I've so often prevented myself from sharing things I love to create (music, writing) because I always hate what I've done in the end. I've enjoyed and appreciated every video of yours that I have watched. They are insightful, well-crafted, and have a distinct style. I think your post might just inspire me to put myself out there more often, because if someone as talented as you can feel this way, maybe someone, somewhere will enjoy my work, too.
2 years ago | 2
Hi Greg, having that "I hate all my work and have so much self doubt" is a part of your creative process, about to spew it's next idea. Creation goes through beautiful and ugly stages. The beauty is here for everyone to see (all the other comments exude a deep appreciation for you and your work. I love you work.). The ugly parts are the parts that you will endure in solitude, editing of lying in bed awake, wondering how to merge xyz scenes together. That's why art is life and you are arting and living life to the fullest. :) I loved this episode. It was like I was watching a tribute to Sakai sans life. Very moving.
2 years ago (edited) | 1
I can say after finding you about two years ago you have given amazing perspectives on some of the smallest pieces of culture and living in Japan someone wouldn't go out of their way to record or discuss. You've been such an inspiration to learn more about not only the topic of the video but also the people that work hard to make it happen. Keep making great work and I look forward to watching more in the future!
2 years ago | 0
Greg, kick that imposter syndrome outta here!! Your videos are so excellent- well done with lots of information in a good narrative fashion, right amount of humor, and more! You’re in my top 5 “about Japan” channels I watch, right alongside NHK World. Keep it up!!
2 years ago | 0
Literally every video you make is great! Especially the explorative ones and the ones involving your family🤎
2 years ago | 1
I love all of your videos, Greg, but this one about the sento owner was great! Please keep making more videos 🙏
2 years ago | 2
Greg, your 5 part documentary on homelessness in Japan is still the most complete and best on youtube. Still haven't found any others that come close to it's quality of content.
2 years ago | 0
I think it's a lot of subscribers' favourite video of yours, Greg. That sweet inclusion of giving his wife a bath while she was ill. Can't be scripted.
2 years ago | 0
A day in the life type video is very popular and enjoyable by someone interested in the culture. When you find a style that works and is successful, you should stick to it. A changing of style all the time can disengage an audience, but keeping a good style that works tends to build up a larger audience and a more stable one too.
2 years ago (edited) | 0
I love this video so much I sent it father and he told me he had gone back to it 3 times just to ponder life and his future
2 years ago | 0
Life Where I'm From
I was looking through some comments recently and came across some about this video I shot last year about an 80 year old guy that still runs a sento, a public bath. It inspired me to rewatch it, and I have to say, I'm really proud to have made this. At times I get the feeling that I hate all my videos and think what's the point of what I'm doing, but this video makes me feel like I occasionally get something right. I don't exactly remember how I ended up deciding on the editing style, but this is very bare bones in terms of narration and music. It's kind of like you're a fly on the wall at points. To me, it's a very insightful day into the life of Sakai-san, the family that supports him, and the community that he supports. If you haven't seen it, and have 15 minutes, I think you might like it.
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