Seriously though, search the hashtag #アマビエ on Twitter, cause there's a TON of great stuff! Stay safe and take care of each other! I'll be streaming throughout the week as I know a lot of you are stuck at home and could use some company!
This couldn't have come at a better time. I'm getting into Japanese ink painting and painting this little cutie is just perfect. I don't think I can thank you enough but I'll try. Thank you and Arigato
Gaijin Goombah Media dude, this really helped me. Ive been sick for a few days, i either have Coronavirus or a really bad flu ( i think its coronavirus) so watching youtubers like you have really been helping me out !!! Keep on doing what your doing cuz ur awesome !!! 😎
People are overreacting to this Coronavirus sh*t THE ONLY ONES DYING ARE NEWBORNS AND SICK ELDERLY, OR PEOPLE WITH PAST ILLNESSES. THE ONLY REASON ITS GETTING TO THIS POINT IS THAT ITS ELECTION TIME, THEY DID THE SAME THING WITH THE EBOLA VIRUS!!!
@@NuggetGX dont worry about it, the death rates are only towards newborns(who have no immune system to fight it), sick elderly(who can not combat it), or people with past medical problems(who are the ones people are freaking out about and exaggerating the amount of)
It may not be the deadliest virus, but it may be one of the most destructive economically. It's really unfortunate and sad to see all of the effects this virus has caused throughout the planet.
Its not so much the virus as it is how the people decided to respond. Like, really, who in their right mind would buy toilet paper in such large amounts? To prevent the spread of the virus, everyone has to be hygienic, not just them individually. Hoarding all that soap and hand sanitizer is just gonna make that more difficult, which in turn is going to make the spread of the virus much faster. But that won't stop the kids of managing to spread it quickly regardless of.
@@nightmocha9345 Supposedly, the toilet paper issue is a unrelated circumstance that happened at possibly one of the worst times imaginable. From what I can remember hearing, Australia media had been reporting a *possible* toilet paper shortage leading people to freak out and buy toilet paper _en masse_ causing an actual shortage. Of course, people being who they are, took wind of the shortage in Australia and started doing the same thing here. We probably would've ended up with a mass toilet paper shortage even without mutant SARS lurking around the corner.
@@Chaos89P See, even if the toilet paper is unrelated, there is still the problem that they are also buying every other product that helps with sanitation, such as hand sanitizers and soap.
The fact that I asked what Gaijin what he thought of this Yokai on Twitter minutes before this video is absolutely mind blowing to me. Also to everyone, including Gaijin and the crew, I hope that you all stay safe during this pandemic.
Thank you, Gaijin. After certain....videos were launched you used this time to be kind, fair and even educational. No jokes or memes just a feel good video that helps to bring hope to all of us set up in our own metaphorical ships, seriously; thank you man, you are awesome!
Hey can we see how accurate Bravely Second's Yokai Yoko is to its folklore origin. Also a which ninja episode on Konoe Kikyo from Bravely Default as Bravely Default 2 is coming out soon.
@@GaijinGoombah seriously , this was wholesome as heck, and a welcomed bit of solace. My state is still...low, in total cases and loss, but working retail puts you frontline of the madness and confusion. Thinking maybe there is some spirit out and about bringing some genuine solace was the uptick I was needing.
... New art challenge for me! For real, I am humbly thank you for making such quality, educational and wholesome content on yokai and other Gaijin-Goombah kind of content!
Seems like more of a divergent evolution; they probably used to be one seal-like species of Yokai (Amabi?); Amabie went fully aquatic while Amabiko adapted entirely to dry land. Just spitballing here.
It's good that the Japanese find alternatives to help humanity's hope of survival during this time of crisis. Many of us have been trying to stay away from the news (and social media) because it displays constant fear about the virus that is affecting us mentally. But at least this will help bring something positive to light with superstition Although, I did remember reading online a few weeks ago, about how some Japanese companies put curses on toilet paper to whoever steals them :/
Konami even made it into a Yugioh card for both Master and Rush Duel that was given out. They even gave out a copy and sleeves in Duel Links to all the players at the time.
Hey Gaijin, I recently learned about a yokai called the honengyo, a salamander/fish-like yokai that was reported to have appeared sometime around 1866 and seems to bear more than a passing resemblance to a certain King of Kaiju. As the resident Yokai TH-camr, do you know anything about this creature beyond the reported 1866 sighting?
Thank you gaijin for teaching us the history of this Yokai and right now this creature has now made me believe that there is still hope for other people out there to fight the virus and we know we can survive and you stay safe and keep up the good work learning about some more cultural history
Nice drawing gaijin never knew that a yokai like this existed hope that more content of yours comes out right now I think we need small things like this to keep good spirits up. Here's to hoping that things will go back to normal for people across the world.
i just realized something. that fish girl kind of reminds me of fwench fwy. fwench fwy is a dragon who grants wishes and brings good fortune. i think they showed up around when the pandemic started, more, or less. perhaps fwench fwy and the fish girl are both symbols made to give hope and comfort during these circumstances. maybe thats what the chinese dragons from that episode of the simpsons where homer pretended to be selma's husband so she could adopt a chinese baby meant when they sang the words "when we wake, the world will end" maybe those dragons intend to bring good fortune during an unfortunate time, like fwench fwy
I love the lore and positivity from this legendary yokai. Is it possible that the deep sea serpent named Oarfish is a good example of what the man encountered. It strangely resembles the given features.
Thank you, with everything that has been going on I really needed this. I'll be sure to draw my own Amabie, no matter how bad it is. Thank you so much :')
I was in New Mexico with my parents over the summer, and in between legs one and two of the trip, we stopped at the New Mexico Museum of Folk Art because I saw an ad for an exhibit on yokai. And the amabie had a small section devoted to it. BTW, the exhibit runs until May of 2022, if anyone reading this is interested. (I could be wrong about that though, double check before you decide to go.)
Oh em gee! I had no idea! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! This was such a wholesome video. (I feel ashamed not knowing about Amabie despite being a Youkai fan for decades...) I almost laughed to death at the Wolverine meme, though.
4:32 Basically everyone on the ferries that were quarantined, there's even a lawsuit from the passengers onboard one. I guess their lawyer was on land and not sick.
Fantastic video! ^_^ i needed a pick me up like this. I do wish you and aki are doing well during these rough and tough times. Keep doing what you do man!
A virus fighting Yokai that looks like a teeny mermaid? YES PLEASE! Merpeople are a lifelong love of mine, and I think (human) people everywhere could stand to take a step back and think about things that will matter far beyond the projected duration of this "king of the viruses". I was just composing cards and stuffing them with coloring pages my sister and I had colored the other night; I have done this to say "Miss you/thinking of you" to friends and family far away ever since I graduated from college. But now more than ever, I believe it is important to have color and creativity in our lives, and to enrich ourselves with self-care, artwork, literature and culture. This is exactly the spirit that this amabie campaign captures as a symbol of faith that this virus will soon end. Thank you for this video, Gaijin. I have the feeling that even long after this "crown virus" has run its course, it will be one of your most popular. Call it a slight count of bias from a lifelong mermaid lover, but 'amabie' honest with you about this video being the exact thing people need right now. This goes for regular watchers of your content and casual visitors as well.
The pic at 1:26..am I the only one that thinks that looks like she could be a mutant type Quirk user from Boku no Hero? Maybe a nice cameo to bring hope to the fans of the series in these dark times would be a cool thing Horikoshi-sensei could do. Also..as a guy who likes to swim...she got some nice shoes, I'd buy a pair.
Thank you gaijin goomba I needed this so many people asking for tp hand sanitizer and other things has been getting on my nerves but this is nice and relaxing
Seriously though, search the hashtag #アマビエ on Twitter, cause there's a TON of great stuff! Stay safe and take care of each other! I'll be streaming throughout the week as I know a lot of you are stuck at home and could use some company!
This couldn't have come at a better time. I'm getting into Japanese ink painting and painting this little cutie is just perfect.
I don't think I can thank you enough but I'll try. Thank you and Arigato
Hey gaijin how you handling the situation if I may ask.
Gaijin Goombah Media dude, this really helped me. Ive been sick for a few days, i either have Coronavirus or a really bad flu ( i think its coronavirus) so watching youtubers like you have really been helping me out !!! Keep on doing what your doing cuz ur awesome !!! 😎
People are overreacting to this Coronavirus sh*t THE ONLY ONES DYING ARE NEWBORNS AND SICK ELDERLY, OR PEOPLE WITH PAST ILLNESSES.
THE ONLY REASON ITS GETTING TO THIS POINT IS THAT ITS ELECTION TIME, THEY DID THE SAME THING WITH THE EBOLA VIRUS!!!
@@NuggetGX dont worry about it, the death rates are only towards newborns(who have no immune system to fight it), sick elderly(who can not combat it), or people with past medical problems(who are the ones people are freaking out about and exaggerating the amount of)
It may not be the deadliest virus, but it may be one of the most destructive economically. It's really unfortunate and sad to see all of the effects this virus has caused throughout the planet.
Its not so much the virus as it is how the people decided to respond. Like, really, who in their right mind would buy toilet paper in such large amounts? To prevent the spread of the virus, everyone has to be hygienic, not just them individually. Hoarding all that soap and hand sanitizer is just gonna make that more difficult, which in turn is going to make the spread of the virus much faster.
But that won't stop the kids of managing to spread it quickly regardless of.
@@nightmocha9345 Supposedly, the toilet paper issue is a unrelated circumstance that happened at possibly one of the worst times imaginable. From what I can remember hearing, Australia media had been reporting a *possible* toilet paper shortage leading people to freak out and buy toilet paper _en masse_ causing an actual shortage. Of course, people being who they are, took wind of the shortage in Australia and started doing the same thing here. We probably would've ended up with a mass toilet paper shortage even without mutant SARS lurking around the corner.
@@Chaos89P See, even if the toilet paper is unrelated, there is still the problem that they are also buying every other product that helps with sanitation, such as hand sanitizers and soap.
@@nightmocha9345
In my defense, I have as much TP as I could because the store was running low from this.
Thanks a lot, Australia.
literally any pandemic would destroy an economy.
Media: *Panics the population*
Japan: Look at dis cutie mah homies!!
The fact that I asked what Gaijin what he thought of this Yokai on Twitter minutes before this video is absolutely mind blowing to me. Also to everyone, including Gaijin and the crew, I hope that you all stay safe during this pandemic.
Here's hoping this video doesn't get demonetized. People need more hope with how things are right now concerning the virus.
Covid-19: exists.
Everyone flocking to this video: THE SACRED TEXTS!
Ben Lewis the birb-maid
This was really interesting to learn about. The Amabie is a yokai I never heard of, and now I'm glad I did.
Plus she's super cute!
@@celestialVocalist, and when they turned the Amabie into a Yu-Gi-Oh card, she became a waifu.
@@nkyfong they did? where?.. oh, i thought you said digimon
Thank you, Gaijin. After certain....videos were launched you used this time to be kind, fair and even educational. No jokes or memes just a feel good video that helps to bring hope to all of us set up in our own metaphorical ships, seriously; thank you man, you are awesome!
Hey can we see how accurate Bravely Second's Yokai Yoko is to its folklore origin. Also a which ninja episode on Konoe Kikyo from Bravely Default as Bravely Default 2 is coming out soon.
2:30 That’s the most beautiful thing I ever seen
I'm glad you didn't title this "Which Yokai Will Survive [CENSORED] Virus?"
I wanted this to be something gentle and easy while also being educational.
@@GaijinGoombah seriously , this was wholesome as heck, and a welcomed bit of solace. My state is still...low, in total cases and loss, but working retail puts you frontline of the madness and confusion. Thinking maybe there is some spirit out and about bringing some genuine solace was the uptick I was needing.
*I only try to summon Amabie from a talisman*
Please bring me good luck, help cheer up everyone and cure this disease.
Might wanna break out Amabiko as well. Y'know, cover your bases.
(1:15) Ah yes, Castlevania memes
"Oh, yeah. It's all coming together".
I have an idea,we should revive the "you have been visit by the -" meme with the Amabie all over the internet to cheer people up.
That sounds pretty good
Perfection
How goes the progress?
Can we just take a moment to adore Gaijin’s Amabie. She was so freaking cute
YES YES YES YES YES😊😷😇☝
... New art challenge for me!
For real, I am humbly thank you for making such quality, educational and wholesome content on yokai and other Gaijin-Goombah kind of content!
Seems like more of a divergent evolution; they probably used to be one seal-like species of Yokai (Amabi?); Amabie went fully aquatic while Amabiko adapted entirely to dry land.
Just spitballing here.
Michael Cinelli that’s a cool theory.
Amabie: 🎶Watch and you'll see, someday I'll be part of your world!🎶
(I'm sorry ,I couldn't resist)
It's good that the Japanese find alternatives to help humanity's hope of survival during this time of crisis. Many of us have been trying to stay away from the news (and social media) because it displays constant fear about the virus that is affecting us mentally. But at least this will help bring something positive to light with superstition
Although, I did remember reading online a few weeks ago, about how some Japanese companies put curses on toilet paper to whoever steals them :/
Aww this is the most wholesome thing I have seen out of this pandemic. This is the most wholesome yokai. I love this little thing. This is adorable.
Konami even made it into a Yugioh card for both Master and Rush Duel that was given out. They even gave out a copy and sleeves in Duel Links to all the players at the time.
Out of all the yokai in Gegege no Kitaro Amabie happens to be my favorite one because she is just SOOOOOO cute and has a lot of potential
Hey Gaijin, I recently learned about a yokai called the honengyo, a salamander/fish-like yokai that was reported to have appeared sometime around 1866 and seems to bear more than a passing resemblance to a certain King of Kaiju. As the resident Yokai TH-camr, do you know anything about this creature beyond the reported 1866 sighting?
Thank you gaijin for teaching us the history of this Yokai and right now this creature has now made me believe that there is still hope for other people out there to fight the virus and we know we can survive and you stay safe and keep up the good work learning about some more cultural history
oh, so that's explain the little mermaid-ish Mokona from CLAMP's twitter. Now I love them more. So nice. Thanks for sharing this info.
A friend sent me a drawing of this Yokai. Sounds like a cool one.
You have a friend who cares, that's good
Honestly, I’m so glad to see this wholesome bit of mythology during a time of panic and depression. Thanks Goombah-San! You’re one heck of a guy!
Amabie's multiple fishtails remind me of the original depictions of Triton from Greek mythology with his two fish tails.
Or the fountain statues in London
I refuse to wash my hands, because I _just_ washed them a moment ago.
Wash them again. NOW.
Don't make me get someone to touch you.
Stole my heart for the yokai's voice acting
Anyone else fell out laughing when the text “eh, good enough.” Popped up next to the drawing of the yokai?😂
Well, this is the most interesting youkai I've heard of.
I just might draw this little fish later after i get out of work thanks gijian this looks like fun
Going to Japan in a week for studies, gonna draw one of these to bring over. Thank you so much for the informative and cultural bridging video!
Nice drawing gaijin never knew that a yokai like this existed hope that more content of yours comes out right now I think we need small things like this to keep good spirits up. Here's to hoping that things will go back to normal for people across the world.
Get this man a show on National Geographic damnit
Wait, DID JAPAN JUST INVENT ANOTHER ONE?!
She protecc
She attacc
But most importantly, she smacc the virus.
i just realized something. that fish girl kind of reminds me of fwench fwy. fwench fwy is a dragon who grants wishes and brings good fortune. i think they showed up around when the pandemic started, more, or less. perhaps fwench fwy and the fish girl are both symbols made to give hope and comfort during these circumstances. maybe thats what the chinese dragons from that episode of the simpsons where homer pretended to be selma's husband so she could adopt a chinese baby meant when they sang the words "when we wake, the world will end" maybe those dragons intend to bring good fortune during an unfortunate time, like fwench fwy
Japan fight this virus outbreak with something great.
Whole video was great. Of unusual note, I actually appreciate the "Image not found" instead of an unrelated/incorrect image.
This is actually pretty fantastic. Thank you for bringing a smile to my face while teaching me something fascinating.
The real question is what yokai DON’T the have in Japan
... SALTY BACON!!!
Yokai watch joke
@@seich-of-lacan-getter514 challenge accepted
@@primarchstar2087 what challenge?
I was kinda hoping for toilet paper ghosts, but this smol fish-duck is a good meme as well.
I love the lore and positivity from this legendary yokai. Is it possible that the deep sea serpent named Oarfish is a good example of what the man encountered. It strangely resembles the given features.
I think I found my next subject to paint
I like that Gaijin recites the kuji-in when summoning a yokai
This really gives a little life of joy in these dark times
I suck at drawing, but, i did my best on drawing Amabie
Thank you, with everything that has been going on I really needed this. I'll be sure to draw my own Amabie, no matter how bad it is. Thank you so much :')
I was in New Mexico with my parents over the summer, and in between legs one and two of the trip, we stopped at the New Mexico Museum of Folk Art because I saw an ad for an exhibit on yokai. And the amabie had a small section devoted to it.
BTW, the exhibit runs until May of 2022, if anyone reading this is interested. (I could be wrong about that though, double check before you decide to go.)
I'd been wondering what was the story with this mermaid-ish yokai. Thanks for the explanation.
Everyone's Freaking Out About The Corona Virus,And I'm Just Over Here Chilling And Slipping Back Into A Naruto Obsession.XD
OH MY GOOMBA THE VOICE!
i have to admit, this yokai is so wholesome, i can't even x)
We need more things like this during these trying times. thank you so much for this gaijin.
2:01 Wait is that oh my God...it is
This makes me happy
Glad to hear you're gonna cover Nioh 2 next. I LOVE it, and the original. Also this lil yokai is awesome. Thank you!
Oh em gee! I had no idea! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! This was such a wholesome video. (I feel ashamed not knowing about Amabie despite being a Youkai fan for decades...) I almost laughed to death at the Wolverine meme, though.
1:23 That art is quite lovely.
"Tiny, sassy tripod of a piscine" is certainly a combination of words.
I'mma really gonna have to draw an amabiko next, its so adorable!
I needed this video Gaijin. I just got some heavy news and this small thoughtful message helped, even if by just a bit.
the news is really causing panic rn so it's nice ot have something wholsome
New badge. Guess I'm in it for the long run now.
4:32 Basically everyone on the ferries that were quarantined, there's even a lawsuit from the passengers onboard one. I guess their lawyer was on land and not sick.
Fantastic video! ^_^ i needed a pick me up like this. I do wish you and aki are doing well during these rough and tough times. Keep doing what you do man!
Thanks Gaijin. This helped me feel a little calmer.
With how benevolent they are, it's a shame they're not a kami
A virus fighting Yokai that looks like a teeny mermaid? YES PLEASE! Merpeople are a lifelong love of mine, and I think (human) people everywhere could stand to take a step back and think about things that will matter far beyond the projected duration of this "king of the viruses". I was just composing cards and stuffing them with coloring pages my sister and I had colored the other night; I have done this to say "Miss you/thinking of you" to friends and family far away ever since I graduated from college. But now more than ever, I believe it is important to have color and creativity in our lives, and to enrich ourselves with self-care, artwork, literature and culture. This is exactly the spirit that this amabie campaign captures as a symbol of faith that this virus will soon end.
Thank you for this video, Gaijin. I have the feeling that even long after this "crown virus" has run its course, it will be one of your most popular. Call it a slight count of bias from a lifelong mermaid lover, but 'amabie' honest with you about this video being the exact thing people need right now. This goes for regular watchers of your content and casual visitors as well.
I think she is adorable. Such an unusual look.
I wonder if this yokai played any part in the creation of the pokemon alomomola. Seeing as there both sea creatures with the power to heal others.
I might not be one for memes but I can get behind this one
It's like the origins of fan art!!
this was good. the Amabie is really cute, the new version. I might draw on too.
Had my entire trip planned to go to Japan in april.
US air just cancelled my tickets.
I had never heard of this but it was super fun to learn thanks for spreading something positive in these dark times
I've been searching for a 尼彦入道 達磨. It's been tough to get a hold of this doll.
So a Japanese platypus brings people hope and is a lucky charm against disease?
Makes sense.
COVID-19: *exists*
Amabie: I'm about to end this man's whole career.
Amabiko is literally Gondola/spurdo sparde
This time a yokai origin is quite charming. Now I wanna draw one!
The pic at 1:26..am I the only one that thinks that looks like she could be a mutant type Quirk user from Boku no Hero? Maybe a nice cameo to bring hope to the fans of the series in these dark times would be a cool thing Horikoshi-sensei could do. Also..as a guy who likes to swim...she got some nice shoes, I'd buy a pair.
3:08 who voiced this cute little thing
It’d be nice of that Yokai to combat against the Corona Virus. 🤜🏻🦠
My man went there. We warned him, but he went there. Hooo boy, hope there's no recourse
There are lots of Yokais even in Folklore and this is one Nice Video with Beautiful Nature and Could you next upload the ones based on Yokai Watch?
Thank you gaijin goomba I needed this so many people asking for tp hand sanitizer and other things has been getting on my nerves but this is nice and relaxing
I remember seeing this yokai all over tweeter I was nuts
Nice to see a yokai that is purely benevolent.
Thanks for the happy thoughts
Ooo I got some rocks to paint! I think I'll paint this yokai on a few and put them out for strangers! :)
Haha yes, I refreshed on accident
One good thing that’s come out of this? I finally started watching overlord!
The initial twitter posts reminded me of the Amabie in Gegege no Kitaro.
Is there something significant about three legs? 'Cause there's also the Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow which ALSO seems to be benevolent entity.
Great Video man.
Tis the season.
Oh, I want to hold her. It's so cute.
The world news needs something like the amabie right now.