Square Watermelon Farming ★ ONLY in JAPAN

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  • @dahkillahmac
    @dahkillahmac 8 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    Just wanted to say that your channel is one of my absolute favorites on TH-cam. My interest in visiting Japan has skyrocketed since I subscribed a long time ago. It's obvious that you put forth a ton of effort in each and every video you upload. Your content and efforts are appreciated!

    • @chiggy2938
      @chiggy2938 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I second this comment. John, I hope you're reading lol

    • @hijack69
      @hijack69 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same with me.The Japanese government needs to sponsor his videos. John does a really great job to be honest

    • @ErikDaVinci
      @ErikDaVinci 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I second this as well. You really let us in to the core of the Japanese culture! :-)

    • @Karrrman
      @Karrrman 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      sooo true

    • @TheMojahid1234
      @TheMojahid1234 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I Totally Agree!!!!💯 So Peaceful! All I Need Is My Camera!! -> 📷 PHONE 📵

  • @ainoaguy
    @ainoaguy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +222

    Listening to the farmer talk was so calming.

    • @matthewmeek4289
      @matthewmeek4289 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Asian farmers are always so full of shit

    • @brookie6231
      @brookie6231 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      niasci Ikr

    • @salmanalfaruq6714
      @salmanalfaruq6714 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think it's Japanese old people thing. When I hear their sound, I just feel like obeying whatever they say

    • @Blessed-s4b
      @Blessed-s4b 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Matthew Meek racist, an ignorant one!

    • @greveeen
      @greveeen 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hai....hai.....hai..hai........haihaihai...

  • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
    @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    WELCOME everyone from WHAT’S INSIDE ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) hope you enjoy seeing where these Square Watermelons come from - check out some more adventures like the Flame Thrower Chef of Osaka, Why Japanese live to 100 and What’s a Japanese Sandwich like / What’re Japanese school lunches like? -John

    • @loganyee542
      @loganyee542 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ONLY in JAPAN when I saw your name I was like yes finally my dream has come true!

    • @dk_noobmaster46
      @dk_noobmaster46 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha, you are so cheeky John-san xD

  • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
    @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I'm away in Tokushima to film the AWAODORI festival until Sunday. I'll fix the English subtitles (add in the Japanese parts for the CC) and if anyone can help with the narration after that, I'd be very thankful for that!! So would a lot of other viewers in far away places. Thank you again for watching! More videos on the way ASAP including the Q&A! -John

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry, I mean the translation not the "narration" -- OPPS! -J

    • @Edgar-re3jv
      @Edgar-re3jv 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      hi

    • @erickg3508
      @erickg3508 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love your video man... keep it up!!!

    • @DaRUde117
      @DaRUde117 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YES YES YES YESSS TOKUSHIMAAAA

    • @rccar344
      @rccar344 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you would like it, I could provide hindi translations, if you want.

  • @WhatsInside
    @WhatsInside 8 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    Love this episode. So interesting! Also, congrats on 300k subs!

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks Dan & Lincoln! I think we need to take a chain saw to the "pyramid watermelon" of Hokkaido or "human face watermelon" of Fukuoka -- to see what's inside ;) -John

    • @ben7784
      @ben7784 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What’s inside an orange

    • @mochi__26
      @mochi__26 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's Inside? When I saw you first colabe together I was like WHAT!!!?? 2 of my fav YTs

    • @eddiegomez7998
      @eddiegomez7998 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I subscribed

    • @luckyy5845
      @luckyy5845 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think he has a million subs

  • @greggiraerts5952
    @greggiraerts5952 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This channel should be one of the top channels on youtube in my opinion. I've never seen such a nice and detailed look into Japan and all of it's special features. As a Japan fanboy I love every upload. Keep it up!

  • @superultrarollingbomberthu8829
    @superultrarollingbomberthu8829 8 ปีที่แล้ว +616

    Not to be that guy, but it's like a minecraft melon.... In real life...

    • @rrsidentfrickhoe
      @rrsidentfrickhoe 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I know it looks really cool

    • @minhvisual4265
      @minhvisual4265 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Now someone need to make a square pumpkin!

    • @Fr00stee
      @Fr00stee 8 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Too bad it doesnt split into 8 perfect pieces if you punch it

    • @maimetechy
      @maimetechy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where Wear going We Dont need a Life We Can Just Respawn :3

    • @blaked.4571
      @blaked.4571 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kirby get a working space bar

  • @SpaghettiKillah
    @SpaghettiKillah 5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Japan: the kind of country to invent square watermelons to maximize space in the fridge 🤣🤣

    • @dogdog2257
      @dogdog2257 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And then sell it at 200$ a piece .
      I can buy a new fridge at that price

    • @daisy.elvira
      @daisy.elvira 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s more of a decoration... not meant to be eaten

    • @SirDankleberry
      @SirDankleberry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You don't eat it, apparently it's under ripe.

  • @fortunatetalisman
    @fortunatetalisman 8 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    I thought it was gonna be super sweet like the luxury strawberries. For me, what's the point if I can't eat it!

    • @tb14333
      @tb14333 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      it's got display reasons, the common person won't buy it, store owners will to drag in customers

    • @cassandrab3536
      @cassandrab3536 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dark Yaj them not dem

    • @Riddim_Squid
      @Riddim_Squid 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can eat them there just not meant for eating

    • @rygnyr3083
      @rygnyr3083 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gilbert Quintanar ok

    • @danielzboy
      @danielzboy 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      The watermelon's main purpose now is as ornaments for decoration. When the melon grows to fit into the box it would be in the ideal shape and size for an ornament. There would thus be no point in making a bigger mold and allow the melon to grow bigger.

  • @SilkyC
    @SilkyC 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have had this video on my "Watch later" list for like 2 years!!!!!!!
    I am only now getting around to finally watching it!!!!!! Worth it

  • @gauravsolanki4794
    @gauravsolanki4794 8 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Patent rules don't applies to Chinese.

    • @MaleficDan
      @MaleficDan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      God Bless Communism

    • @JimmyDean59
      @JimmyDean59 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eldritch Beast Soyuz Nerrushimy.

    • @rickregina5053
      @rickregina5053 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I dont think they allow Chinese square watermelons onto Japanese soil...

    • @lionellim1101
      @lionellim1101 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      patent rules dont apply to English snobs and Whites as well.

    • @Dr.Dartix
      @Dr.Dartix 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LTDLetsPlays You keep on drinkin your tea you stuck up top hat T-Bagger

  • @jaybirdcook
    @jaybirdcook 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys have the highest quality video about Japan I have seen on TH-cam.this should be on tv.

  • @nathanmaysonmountjoy1707
    @nathanmaysonmountjoy1707 8 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    *quits school and starts growing watermelons*
    You can make money off anything😂😂

    • @SkyscraperM
      @SkyscraperM 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂😂 such a stupid comment

  • @veo_
    @veo_ 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Easily my favorite Only in Japan episode yet. It's great when you connect with local people in meaningful ways

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it was a real fun one to make! I always love working with people who know a heck of a lot more than me so I can also learn something. These farmers, especially Yamashita-san are a real inspiration. Thanks for writing! -John

  • @erikvanconover
    @erikvanconover 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love the video John, I've been bingeing on your channel for the past two hours! It was great meeting you in Tokyo, how was the rest of the trip down South?

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi Erik, great to meet you as well on our tour of Tokyo! The Awaodori in Tokushima was amazing! One day of it was not enough. It was sad to split with Lacy at the bus station. She bought some Japanese eye drops which burned a hole through our eyes! Pretty funny!
      I returned to Tokyo and had to leave again for Osaka on the bullet train for a meeting. Are you already back in New York? Saw your show -- was a lot of fun, esp escaping the guide to see the mega gyoza! Will binge your channel when I get back to Tokyo tomorrow. -J

    • @erikvanconover
      @erikvanconover 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I arrived back in New York City yesterday afternoon, I watched you Gyoza video yesterday, the shell was so thick! Kudos for eating as much as you did. I'm already planning a return trip to Japan either this coming Winter or Spring!

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Erik Conover Awesome! I'll be here, mate. Gonna be epic! -John

  • @wilke109
    @wilke109 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos are my absolute favorites on TH-cam. I've watched every single one at least twice and they were such a huge help for me when I visited Japan back in April. I did my own independent research, but when it came to certain locations, I only knew about them thanks to these videos. Thank you so much and never stop doing what you're doing.

  • @Hunzh647
    @Hunzh647 8 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Lol did that man say the Chinese stole the square water melon idea and is selling them in Canada? XD

    • @bugginonthewall
      @bugginonthewall 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes lmao

    • @KK-jg3hq
      @KK-jg3hq 8 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Chinese being chinese

    • @FuadiansyahSamsuri
      @FuadiansyahSamsuri 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's Chinese you know...

    • @SisselMissile
      @SisselMissile 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      True. They selling them here too but cheap like other watermelon and taste normal

    • @meriginiabel1481
      @meriginiabel1481 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So unfortunate

  • @CrashFactory666
    @CrashFactory666 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your fluency in both English and Japanese is really amazing, I couldn't think of a better host for a show like this. Keep up the great work!!

  • @NachoMama.
    @NachoMama. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    He said..."If we dont keep it under control it gets copied.(followed by).."the chinese copied it and sell it in Canada"🤔. Old man calling out China🤣😂

  • @MisookSensei
    @MisookSensei 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved your expression and the "UMMMMMM" when you described the taste of the square watermelon. It is definitely an art...and also history.

  • @WaffleCat3367
    @WaffleCat3367 8 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    buy square watermelon
    put in on a shelf for 6 months
    throw it out
    LOGIC!

    • @callmewaves1160
      @callmewaves1160 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      WaffleCat3367 how is it any different to Gingerbread houses

    • @callmewaves1160
      @callmewaves1160 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      WaffleCat3367 ok

    • @wolfonprowell1946
      @wolfonprowell1946 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      What about real Christmas trees. Thats a comparison.

    • @lionellim1101
      @lionellim1101 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wolfonprowell1946 comparing a non edible thing to a fruit? Wow just wow. Why dont you compare a christmas tree to a piece of furniture then? A tree without any use other than being ornamental but a furniture provide necessity. LOL.

    • @wolfonprowell1946
      @wolfonprowell1946 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lionel Lim ? They're both not meant to be eaten and last only a while. I'm referring to real Christmas trees not fake ones. They've both been rid of their original purpose and have been given a new purpose. A purpose to only be decor.

  • @UmmPoopie
    @UmmPoopie 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Never been this early! Saw the notification and had to click before going to sleep 😴❤️ Another fun&informative video~~

  • @b3lt3n3broso
    @b3lt3n3broso 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey John! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Each video is a funny and an amazing journey into the japanese culture. I really hope I'll get the chance to go to Japan soon :) P.S: It would be great if you could add the english subs when you speak japanese too, not only on the video I mean. I'm doing italian subs for some of your videos and I've noticed that when we translate subs in other languages we can't add subs in those parts because the english subs are only on the video. If you could change that for the next videos it would be awesome. That said, thank you for your hard work ;)

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I uploaded just as I was leaving for another location shoot >_< I'll add those in on Saturday / Sunday. -John

  • @sewaldodiy
    @sewaldodiy 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love the story behind it, very heart warming.

  • @rodyinjapan
    @rodyinjapan 8 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Your Videos are very professional
    is there a whole team behind it? or just one guy behind the lense?

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Just me. I had to go back here twice to finish filming this episode. Took forever, but it was fun to learn about the process from the inventor's son and meet those farmers who make this weird fruit!

    • @greveeen
      @greveeen 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ONLY in JAPAN thats really impressive of you, it all looks very professional

    • @TheBeatles..
      @TheBeatles.. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A really good episode John. Very informative & makes me appreciate this more than I have in the past.

  • @mangolovefahrenheit
    @mangolovefahrenheit 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally another video!! Eagerly waiting for more!! Your videos are so fun and informative

  • @rumourplays
    @rumourplays 6 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Who has come here from 'Whats inside's' channel

  • @hijack69
    @hijack69 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Quality and a lovely and an awesome video.
    In fact way better than the documentaries shown on TV.
    Even if it is just a 15 min video
    you do a great job in covering all aspects of the topic. Also looking forward to the QnA

  • @MandalorianFanboy
    @MandalorianFanboy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool video. That self serve noodle bar looked interesting. I just booked an 11 day cruise all around Japan for my wife and I in April 2018. Going to be difficult waiting that long but sooo looking forward to experiencing Japan.

  • @missi2k252
    @missi2k252 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your video always make me smile thank you soo much John

  • @liberator48
    @liberator48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A square is a 2d object. If anything it's a cube watermelon...

  • @roadworthy6901
    @roadworthy6901 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, I get sad you don't have more views, keep up the great videos!

  • @MrJohnprouzos
    @MrJohnprouzos 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    well done john always watching ur chanel. nice one with the watermelons i was curious about this but never looked into it until now i really enjoyed ur reportaz. keep it up bravo 🖒

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'd seen people show them on TH-cam and read stuff on the net, but no one had really gone down there -- so I chased the story and found other cool things like KATAPAN! ... and that breast temple. Adventures can take you to new places you didn't expect you'd ever be! -John

  • @xXrawrxP
    @xXrawrxP 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always get hyped up whenever you post a new video.

  • @worldofretrogameplay6963
    @worldofretrogameplay6963 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love Japan. It’s the land of innovation..

  • @swordslash8
    @swordslash8 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woohoo another video!! Keep up the great work John, I know it will be as great as all the others without even watching

  • @SuperMrCRAZYMAN
    @SuperMrCRAZYMAN 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    how much was the gold ice cream?

    • @MaleficDan
      @MaleficDan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      probably $1 for the ice cream and $999 for the gold

  • @kelvinhocm
    @kelvinhocm 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only in Japan, I hope your there will be more videos! I have been a keen follower and enjoy watching your content. Only thing is that new episodes are rare. Keep up the good work!!

  • @Lvlaple4Ever
    @Lvlaple4Ever 8 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    If they're giving away their secrets this easily, of course the Chinese are going to copy it xD

    • @kimjonfunk531
      @kimjonfunk531 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      G

    • @davidjaquith1138
      @davidjaquith1138 8 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Only in japan is it illegal.

    • @marksmyth3223
      @marksmyth3223 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Jonathan Hsieh As in no one will fuck with you if you grow/make one outside of Japan.:)

    • @DaisyM
      @DaisyM 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It's not like it is a secret, they revealed how it's made a long time ago, i mean it's not hard to figure out either way but even if they make them in china, everyone knows they are originally from japan.

    • @TheLovieli
      @TheLovieli 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      China has been doing it for a long time, fyi

  • @lizmasang9163
    @lizmasang9163 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! Greetings from Southamerica! Nice video. That's a very expensive fruit. If I were in Japan I wouldn't spend such a big amount of money for a watermelon, but I see it is more like a souvenir to show people you have a treasure. I liked to see all those seniors working with a smile on their faces. They seem proud of their work, besides they are a good example of active and productive people. Great video John! Love to know more and more of Japan!

  • @z104ful
    @z104ful 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'm not sure how I feel about this *Minecraft* update...🤔

  • @drumtravelfun
    @drumtravelfun 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome episode John! Also, Japanese seniors are so inspiring.

  • @georgia556
    @georgia556 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Why is it only grown there John ?

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      It's grown in China and Canada now, but why Japan? Because Japanese pay A LOT for luxury fruits as gifts. The market is much bigger than elsewhere. In Japan, they see it as art. In the USA, I saw it as just fruit or food :) so that's why Japan can make (and actually sell) unusual fruits! -john

    • @georgia556
      @georgia556 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks !! John !!

  • @BlindGuardian050
    @BlindGuardian050 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    thankyou! love watching your videos but they don't come out quickly enough!!! keep up the good work

  • @internationallyME
    @internationallyME 8 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I want some square watermelon~ And just play スイカ割り at the beach hehe that would be one expensive game.. Btw, your green head wrap suits this episode 🍉

  • @juliangaleano1
    @juliangaleano1 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos!!! they are way better than TV ones. Looking foward to see more!!

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woah! Thanks for such a nice comment. Working on the next episode right now. -John

  • @ShaunDreclin
    @ShaunDreclin 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Seems a bit silly to buy it if it's inedible. Does it ripen over time or just go rotten? Would be neat if you could display it for a few months then eat it once it's ripe

    • @tb14333
      @tb14333 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it said for up to 6 months that it could be on display

    • @MejraThea
      @MejraThea 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watermelons do not ripen after being removed from the vine. It would rot some time after its allotted shelf life.

    • @ShaunDreclin
      @ShaunDreclin 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahh thats a shame then

    • @PongoXBongo
      @PongoXBongo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kind of like a giant Halloween pumpkin that just sits on your front step slowly rotting away. Could have used that money to buy some tasty squash instead. ;)

    • @ShaunDreclin
      @ShaunDreclin 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahah that's true but pumpkins are way cheaper!

  • @OrientalGirl520
    @OrientalGirl520 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, I always knew about square watermelon but this video is so insightful. such a touching story and many questions answered. I liked how you covered all areas such as tasting (:

  • @redlanterncorps1714
    @redlanterncorps1714 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "It's been copied in China.." why am I not surprised 🤣

  • @HikaruKatayamma
    @HikaruKatayamma 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for a great video. I'd seen the square watermelons before, but I had no idea they were sooooooo expensive. Cheers!!

  • @NegativePressure
    @NegativePressure 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hmm, I never knew you weren't supposed to eat them. Glad I never bought one lol

  • @db2able
    @db2able 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really good story behind on how it started & the whole process to the final product. Good job John.

  • @thinhnguyen8784
    @thinhnguyen8784 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    before i die. i will go to japan.

  • @top10intheworld56
    @top10intheworld56 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything that I always see in Japanese, Chinese (Asian) Movies and Tv show I'm seeing them in your videos. Just great!!!!

  • @controller8942
    @controller8942 8 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Why would anyone want to buy a square watermelon when it doesn't even taste good.

    • @swordslash8
      @swordslash8 8 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      The same reason people buy plastic apples and stuff to put into a bowl, only more exprnsive

    • @tb14333
      @tb14333 8 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      as they said, it's for display reasons. If I walked past a fruit store other a department store and saw a square watermelon in the window, I would go on probably end up buying some other fruit but it's used to bring customers in.

    • @sakurahimekaden9755
      @sakurahimekaden9755 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Tatiana Brittian true....

    • @PongoXBongo
      @PongoXBongo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Especially if they displayed the regular, affordable watermelons from that same grower right below it.

    • @DKmaechen
      @DKmaechen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      To play real life Minecraft.

  • @biebe08
    @biebe08 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is a place where seniors is really appreciated and respected as well.

  • @ggddmenszd
    @ggddmenszd 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I have always thought it was edible, but now I know. It's for display only, what a shame.

  • @BigRizza1
    @BigRizza1 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi John, thank you so much for making these videos. they really brighten up my day whenever and wherever. Carry on being awesome!

  • @nourrozali1375
    @nourrozali1375 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Japanese always 1 step further... including in humanity mental health.. 🤷‍♀️

  • @Straw_Hat_Gamer
    @Straw_Hat_Gamer 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks John, been waiting for this episode, the guys voice was nice and peaceful. I wish I could just talk about stuff with him. :D

  • @ItzRetz
    @ItzRetz 8 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    $500 for 10 days of growing, if I were them I would be expanding the farm 10 fold, and growing way more of them, sure the price would probably drop because they aren't as rare, but they would be selling so many more that they'd probably make way more money.

    • @tb14333
      @tb14333 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      True but I maybe they want to keep it to a limited number plus it's already so hard to make the perfect one. If anything goes wrong like that titled watermelon that he tried, then it's time wasted

    • @PongoXBongo
      @PongoXBongo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      From the farmer's mouth it sounds like the Chinese beat them to that strategy. They're lucky the Japanese market isn't flooded with cheap knock-offs. The patents/trademarks help a lot with that I'm sure.

    • @jasper-ft3ei
      @jasper-ft3ei 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      also if there is less supply then it means more demand

    • @ntuples
      @ntuples 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good luck finding cheap labor force in Japan to take care of the expanded farmland, let alone acquiring such farmland there.

    • @el_chino778
      @el_chino778 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I doubt they care about making more money

  • @jm-----
    @jm----- 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    aaah! I thought you were gonna drop it!!! Love the videos, wish there were more!!! (already binge-watched all! :c )

  • @studio1008
    @studio1008 8 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    it's only a melon in the box,jack.why the $$$?

    • @interstellohi1506
      @interstellohi1506 8 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Because it's a melon in a box, that's why

    • @pepinyostep3592
      @pepinyostep3592 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its rare

    • @Theiwillsurviveguy
      @Theiwillsurviveguy 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Because it's such a limited supply

    • @tb14333
      @tb14333 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I know it's weird to think of every day fruits to be $$$ but you have to understand that in Japan,growing certain fruits is an art and as they said it's meant to be displayed not eaten.

    • @PongoXBongo
      @PongoXBongo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Japan (and Korea) have what I like to call "trophy fruits". Oversized, hand picked, show fruits that are typically given as gifts to family/in-laws, bosses/clients, and anyone else you want to show respect for or impress. Kind of like our giant fruit baskets in the west, only quality over quantity. And a square watermelon beats a giant pear for wow factor.

  • @benallen1482
    @benallen1482 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos are so well made and informative you deserve way more subscribers I'll always be a fan

  • @taniya402
    @taniya402 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Are u India?? Cauz you look kind of like Indian.

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes, my mother was born in India. I made a video with photos last week. th-cam.com/video/0g372yxOnCw/w-d-xo.html

    • @CUBoulderFootball
      @CUBoulderFootball 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      ONLY in JAPAN Dang you must by trilingual

  • @garythree
    @garythree 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video John....thanks!

  • @_blackraven_3138
    @_blackraven_3138 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    why square? it's a cube, 3-dimensional

  • @aguafria9565
    @aguafria9565 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cute to see elderly people working together.

  • @amark3721
    @amark3721 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Here from what’s inside

  • @unique_mushroom
    @unique_mushroom 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    yay a new episode! these are my favorite japan vids :)

  • @jamescorrales1175
    @jamescorrales1175 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    did you tell mojang you were using the melons from minecraft because this would get a copy right strike

  • @clumaster
    @clumaster 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    at the beginning there was a flash of some food moving very quickly along a conveyor belt, what episode is this from? i had thought i had watched all your episodes but i dont remember that one.

  • @dgwgbigxfuygdvj
    @dgwgbigxfuygdvj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    MINECRAFT IS INVADING THE WORLD

  • @xXTHELEECHXx
    @xXTHELEECHXx 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You don't truly understand how much I love ALL of your videos!! They're so informative and you get to see a side of Japan which doesn't get much coverage. Please keep on producing such high quality videos (wonderful editing, shots, and background music)!! I just recently went to Japan and didn't see any square watermelons:(

  • @marjorierene427
    @marjorierene427 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like cheese 😋

    • @missi2k252
      @missi2k252 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      For some reason this comment actually made me laugh I think I might be losing some of my IQ lol😆😆

    • @marjorierene427
      @marjorierene427 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Missi 2k 🤓

  • @ClipCoyote
    @ClipCoyote 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's a brilliant idea! Fits in the fridge, won't roll around once in there, easier to cut, portion and serve! I would love to grow some of these, undercut the Japanese market and ship them there for a fraction of the cost!

  • @m0m0m0m0m0
    @m0m0m0m0m0 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A good informative channel but sometimes his enthusiasm comes off so scripted and fake it's hard to watch

  • @kayterz2no1
    @kayterz2no1 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos. I hope you continue to make them.

  • @notreallyhim
    @notreallyhim 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great Video John!

  • @myanime101
    @myanime101 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    these videos remind so much of the NHK's journeys in japan, so we'll done I really enjoy all your videos

    • @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN
      @WaoryuONLYinJAPAN  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's so nice of you to even compare it to NHK! They're much more professional, I think.
      I loved reporting on that show a couple of times / Daigo (2015) / Mihonoseki (2016) / , but the topics were quite serious and hard to enjoy the material. I prefer participating in events, trying things, a more entertaining style with as much fun as I can put in it. Easy to watch and remember. Always hope to be on JIJ again soon -john

  • @saragulyas3695
    @saragulyas3695 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 1:19 there is a pyramid shaped watermelon in the display case! do they make all kinds of shapes?

  • @divineyogabkk
    @divineyogabkk 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great VDO. Though I lived a few years in Japan. I still learn a lot more about Japan from your channel. Keep up your good work!

  • @devinandres2911
    @devinandres2911 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video as always. So informative and fun to watch! Keep up the good work man. 😁

  • @fridge742
    @fridge742 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you using new camera because it looks amazing keep up good work👍

  • @sourlemonice
    @sourlemonice 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that beginning part filmed at the Nishimura Fruits Parlor in Shibuya? :) That place is my favorite

  • @sonnydacuse7622
    @sonnydacuse7622 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    John, I enjoy all your videos! thanks

  • @高田雄三-l2i
    @高田雄三-l2i 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    憶えてないかもしれませんが、商店街を歩いていた時に握手をしていただき、ありがとうございました^^、まさか香川に来てくれるとは思わなかったので。

  • @ederlopez2716
    @ederlopez2716 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I clicked right away. Love this channel.

  • @Praveenkumar-vg3pn
    @Praveenkumar-vg3pn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are so goood. Your effort to bring exact content , exact visuals and crediting people are commendable.. keep doing this thank u

  • @juicey9535
    @juicey9535 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The way it fits the box is kinda satisfying

  • @bloodyoil5660
    @bloodyoil5660 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad you uploaded again

  • @myronkotaishi2536
    @myronkotaishi2536 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GREAT video!!!
    Best Regards from Greece!

  • @CLopez-mg4dt
    @CLopez-mg4dt 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job! Keep up the good work :) I love watching these videos!

  • @androshchukx
    @androshchukx 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    does anyone know _how_ these watermelon are meant to be displayed? Are there any rules or etiquette behind it?

  • @tengufactory
    @tengufactory 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content!!! its really fun watching you enjoy the people around you and people seem to trust you and contribute naturally to what your trying to produce.. please keep making videos about this fascinating place!!

  • @carotalgham7479
    @carotalgham7479 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Qué buen vídeo John! Regards from Argentina

  • @Willeeeam
    @Willeeeam 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    What happened to the special episode that was going to be released a few weeks ago John? Didn't get around to it?

    • @Willeeeam
      @Willeeeam 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anything?

  • @ErikDaVinci
    @ErikDaVinci 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really cool they let you slice one to see the inside and taste it for the 'Only in Japan'-show! :-D

  • @illdrumatik391
    @illdrumatik391 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Square watermelons o.O Wow. I did not even know they existed. Amazing stuff john. Thank you for these jems.

  • @sallychik
    @sallychik 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched all of these fucking videos over the summer and I had nothing more to watch after last night. I swear this video came out at the PERFECT time!