THE BLACK IN JAPAN EXPERIENCE? HOW TO WORK AND START A BUSINESS IN JAPAN

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  • WHAT IT'S LIKE BEING BLACK IN JAPAN
    Also in this video, we are going to discuss living in japan as a black person and also what kind of jobs you can do in japan and how to start a business in japan. I wish I could've gone into more detail but if you want more videos like this be sure to give this one a thumbs up and let me know in the comments.
    *TOPICS*
    INTRODUCTION 0:00
    BACKGROUND 1:42
    WHY DID YOU COME TO JAPAN 3:10
    WHAT JOB DO YOU DO IN JAPAN 6:39
    YOUR EXPERIENCE IN JAPAN 10:38- 15:49
    DIFFICULTIES IN JAPAN 15:50
    TYPE OF JOBS YOU CAN DO IN JAPAN 17:58
    THE EASIEST WAY TO WORK IN JAPAN/ WHAT I DID 18:38
    WORKING IN JAPAN ADVICE 20:43
    DIFFICULTIES RUNNING A BUSINESS IN JAPAN 23:04
    CAN OTHER BLACK START BUSINESSES IN JAPAN 24:07
    TIPS FOR LIVING IN JAPAN 24:27-
    WOULD YOU RECOMMEND LIVING IN JAPAN 25:44
    INFO 28:43
    BLOOPERS 30:14
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  • @SundaiLove
    @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +441

    Watch live with me!! This video took a butt-tone of time and effort to shoot and edit. Not to mention the support of the people being interviewed 🥹 Please help support by giving this video a like! I’d really appreciate the love and support. 🥰

    • @neimeki
      @neimeki ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The 1 hour export and import 😩 This video is botta be mad good

    • @khalilahd.
      @khalilahd. ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We love and appreciate you for always going the extra mile!

    • @neimeki
      @neimeki ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@khalilahd. For Real!

    • @najahtran3010
      @najahtran3010 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You are such a high quality creator! I’m grateful for the content as it’s genuinely an escape for me. ❤️

    • @ninanegedu
      @ninanegedu ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We appreciate you, Sundai ❤️

  • @NRMLvlog
    @NRMLvlog ปีที่แล้ว +839

    Sis I’m over here crying. This made me feel so happy to see my people thriving in Japan. This representation is so important. Thank you so much for this gift 🥹😭

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +34

      So glad u enjoyed 🥹

    • @phoenixhenson3689
      @phoenixhenson3689 ปีที่แล้ว

      They see you as an AMERICAN dummy not a black person. They already know America is full of different races. Either way your a foreigner to them not a skin color???

    • @NRMLvlog
      @NRMLvlog ปีที่แล้ว

      @@phoenixhenson3689 you're** ... standard english. But lemme not call you a dummy. Have a beautiful day my friend.

    • @MrRossT1
      @MrRossT1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      People thrive anywhere. Live your life.

    • @Imxel21
      @Imxel21 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@MrRossT1 please don’t be tone deaf

  • @Savannah.-
    @Savannah.- ปีที่แล้ว +385

    I know that this hasn't started yet but it needs a part 2. We also appreciate all the effort that the video took

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Thank you love

    • @Wintersno
      @Wintersno ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Also’ check out the Black in Japan TH-cam channel!!!

  • @kateriarodriguez2433
    @kateriarodriguez2433 ปีที่แล้ว +354

    As a black woman looking to move to Japan in a few short months, I can’t thank you enough for this video. I’ve been struggling with the pros and cons of going to Japan as a black American woman, and even though I’ve studied Mandarin and Japanese already, I still wondered if I’d be accepted. Needless to say, this video’s timing could not have been better for me! Wishing you and everyone in this video lots of love!

    • @ypxgame
      @ypxgame ปีที่แล้ว +10

      do not worry you will be fine there 😍

    • @marlak4203
      @marlak4203 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Well being in the areas these folks are helps. Or in the expat areas, then branch off into other places where more locals are so you can be more emersed into the culture.
      There is another persons channel, japanese man, where he interviewed black people there and the foreign black people gave great points. The jamaican man said as long as you know the social ques and etiquette over there the Japanese people will treat you well. If you do not you won't get treated too well. Lol.

    • @shellynwillis4342
      @shellynwillis4342 ปีที่แล้ว

      They're running over there under guise of work- teaching English but really after their 🧬 Genes, want that 'Good Hair's Weave $100-$300-$500. They don't really want them over there, interviews subliminal asking "when are u getting ur sh...and leaving? There nice with it though

    • @marlak4203
      @marlak4203 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@shellynwillis4342 There was some video I saw last month, I think it was by a japanese person. Ah, it was a short. It was just that about Japanese people asking foreigners when are you leaving. Lol. Really something. I wonder if they do that in other asian nations too?

    • @andrewelam1612
      @andrewelam1612 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@marlak4203 these types of videos leave that part out they focus on the positive but ignore the negative side of living in Japan

  • @sophiaali4035
    @sophiaali4035 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I love how the people in this video are from different backgrounds. This is perspective to the fullest definition

  • @GabrielleMarinArt
    @GabrielleMarinArt ปีที่แล้ว +387

    I'm white but I think what you did is an incredible service to the community and the way you edited your video is fantastic. That's knowledge I wanted to have for myself as well - I mean, I studied Japanese culture in my anthropology major so I am particularly aware of certain codes and the racist attitude of certain Japanese people towards other ethnicities, but the black experience in Japan has always been something that isn't that talked about - and you mentioned it at the beginning of your video how tough it is black to be on TH-cam even, which sucks because I think the quality of your videos is incredible and the amount of care you put into your editing is phenomenal - I know the likes of Sharla and such have been doing this for 10+ years but I would've absolutely expected your channel to be at their level if not more since you post so regularly, and I'm really pissed to know it's because of YT algorithms putting you down (I mean, allegedly). Anyway, just had to say I love your content and I admire your resilience and your ambitious attitude with your channel. LOVE YA!

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +67

      🥲 Omg your message was so sweet. Please never change. I really appreciate the support and kind words and the ability to empathize with others outside of your race. Thank you, for watching 🥰

    • @lizzie7929
      @lizzie7929 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      True ❤

    • @SophiaStfleur
      @SophiaStfleur ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ❤️❤️

    • @thechikuwa284
      @thechikuwa284 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I often meet foreigners who say, "Japanese are racist!" Isn't that exactly racism? I don't think anyone knows of any incidents where Japanese people have been verbally abusive or violent because of their race. I have encountered severe racism in the West (e.g., I was verbally abused, insulted, had my bag taken away and thrown in US), and I think racism in the West is serious and I worry that they are not aware that they are the most racist people in the world.

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@thechikuwa284 that’s exactly what this video is saying

  • @melchisnor
    @melchisnor ปีที่แล้ว +79

    When I was about to move to Japan, I was very anxious about my blackness and how it would be. I found your TH-cam channel some weeks before my move and it gave me great comfort. Now I have been living here for six months and is has been truly amazing. I love love love this video!

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      So happy to here

    • @melchisnor
      @melchisnor ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@SundaiLove

  • @MelissaBUSTED
    @MelissaBUSTED ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I’m not black but hearing Hilda’s story about the love she puts into doing people’s hair and making them feel beautiful made me so emotional. What a wonderful video, you never miss Sundai. 💞💞

    • @bern101
      @bern101 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Melissa

  • @jamimartin381
    @jamimartin381 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    I’m white American but my daughter is black and we are living in Japan. You’ve summed it up perfectly!
    This video is so well made. I can imagine when the idea of this video was born and reaching out to all these lovely people to plan it, then edit it and now to air and watch it must be so fulfilling.
    Sundai you have outdone yourself and should be so proud! I’ve been a long time fan and have been watching corny and marintia but now I have to find Kyles shop :)
    TH-cam!!! Get it together! This channel should be way on another level!
    💗💗💗💗

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Thanx so much 🥲🥹

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 ปีที่แล้ว

      If your daughter is biologically yours, born of you, then she’s not Black, she’s biracial(half white and half Black). Only 2 Black people can give birth to Black children

    • @frenchgirl5878
      @frenchgirl5878 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Your daughter ain’t black if you’re her biological parents. Mixed people don’t face the same issues a black people.

    • @KantoCafe715
      @KantoCafe715 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@frenchgirl5878I’m guessing some people can’t tell if someone is mixed. They might appear completely black to some, depending on various things.!

    • @frenchgirl5878
      @frenchgirl5878 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KantoCafe715 Mam, everyone can tell when somebody is not completely black. Yes there are exceptions, but those do not make the rule. The same way mixed people don't look white, they don't look black. The same way mixed people don't get treated the same as white people, they don't get treated the same as black people. It's not that hard a concept to grasp. Be for real now.

  • @misoasoda340
    @misoasoda340 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I think coming to terms with the fact that nothing in life will be perfect is the safest bet. So don't expect a specific thing to be. I actually cried a little (from laughing lmao) because this video was so well down and so sweet to watch! Especially the older generation of foreigners living in Japan. I appreciate the multiple different views. Even though I always ignore those street interview videos lmaoo
    The topic of being black/poc in Japan is so important and I genuinely recommend everyone (black or POC) ask these questions, seek out answers, etc. But to not dwell on it too much for too long. It can truly become draining. You get hundreds of videos saying it's amazing to be black/poc in a specific country and hundreds of videos saying the total opposite. Get your answer, come to terms that no country or place is rid of bad people, and keep it moving!😭
    I appreciate how informative and laid back this video was. It wasn't "too" serious or...biased? I guess lmao but I usually ignore anyone who can't see the good AND the bad in a country whenever they give out their opinions. If you're realistic and honest with people and yourself then you yourself should expect a great experience if you travel/move abroad! A great experience will never be a perfect one.

  • @Dr.Aubrey
    @Dr.Aubrey ปีที่แล้ว +39

    "Find the job you want see what the qualifications are and work your way backwards" Great advice, if you don't have an inside connection, it is advisable to always see what the minimum qualifications are for your desired field and begin working towards obtaining that. It'll also help you see if that is what you really want to do. Great video, beautiful people 🙂♥

  • @IJELALATokyo
    @IJELALATokyo ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Sundai!!!! It was such an honor to be a part of this amazing vlog. Thank you so much for taking the time and energy to create this very informative content. So much love, hardwork and time went into this. Otsukaresama deshita ❤️

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yay thanks so much for being a part and sharing your side! I appreciate it

    • @joy_to
      @joy_to ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Ijelala. Good to see a Nigerian being represented. I’m planning on coming to Japan soonest and hopefully, visit your salon. Naija for life 👏

    • @ifyben2909
      @ifyben2909 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please ijelala, where is your saloon? I am in Tokyo. I wish to make my hair.

  • @gloriaann327
    @gloriaann327 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    We've finally met your hairdresser ! She's sooo funny ! 😂
    Thank you so much for this video Sundai. I've watched plenty of these in the past but yours is so comforting. I also love how informative the video is while still maintaining an entertainment element, your editing is not take for granted 💞 I want to visit Korea and move to Japan and this video is such an encouragement towards that dream ❤️

  • @Cornyco
    @Cornyco ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Girrrl , you never fail to disappoint! 😍 It was so interesting to watch. You did an excellent job representing a variety of work/backgrounds and opinions of being black in Japan. Thanks for this opportunity and being such a great interviewee. Our chat video that's coming is an organised mess and I love it hahah 💖You are so fun! 😆See you soon love! 💖

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂 I’m a mess. Thanks so much for being a part especially in that wild heat!

    • @gabrielasilva3561
      @gabrielasilva3561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "you never fail to disappoint" it's not a compliment ahauahsush

    • @kopii00
      @kopii00 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What?? @@gabrielasilva3561

  • @onigiri1205
    @onigiri1205 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I recently left Japan because I didn’t want to teach English anymore but… I loved living there… I regret leaving but I think I needed to take a small break and I think I will go back once I’m feeling 100%

  • @92pbanks
    @92pbanks ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I think people are expecting negative responses. Personally when I lived in Japan back in 2013 I loved it. I was American I wasn’t just black. I could finally be myself and be free. One day I will visit again. I lived in Kyoto people were so quiet, clean, and nice. If they had any questions they came with a respectful attitude. It’s a great place to be as a black person.

    • @Moi_81
      @Moi_81 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just got back after a month. I do want to live there and Kyoto is one of my top picks along with Kanazawa.

    • @rosietales
      @rosietales ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel that is always what people expect when asking these questions over and over because several TH-camrs did videos with these questions but it seems they are never satisfied until they hear a single negative response.

  • @sjc1169
    @sjc1169 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    This was very well done, informative, realistic, but also funny.
    I love the tech catfish call out 😂 Japan is so advanced in some areas (trains, robotics, auto, etc) but they love paperwork, like every application has to be paper based, and stamped a hundred times, and kept in storage. I guess this may be why they have such great stationary stores 🤔

    • @anngiddings6382
      @anngiddings6382 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's like the country I born and live in Guyana
      It paper work and I hate it but love it for different reasons 😅
      Ps
      I do love my pens and books

  • @heyyitsfaithn
    @heyyitsfaithn ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Really enjoyed watching this video! I love seeing black people happy and thriving ❤️ I would go to Japan for the Anime and Culture but I don't know how much I would be able to handle standing out so much. I'm so used to seeing black people everywhere where I am(South Africa) I don't know how id manage there but it would definitely be out of my comfort zone and you know what they say about that...

    • @dazzlebot8116
      @dazzlebot8116 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel ya, though I’m not black(south East Asian) I get stared at from time to time in the US. It can be uncomfortable but you’ll get use it. Don’t let negativity stop you from living a fulfilling life. Ps. I’d love to visit South Africa one day

  • @sWeRvE250
    @sWeRvE250 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I truly want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. This made me cry and inspired me all together to keep going. It is my dream to move to Japan one day. Watching this video has made me truly connect with my dream all over again. I was just thinking about it this morning on how I am working hard to get there. You have gave me confirmation that it will happen. I am grateful for your hard work on this video. It was fantastic. I am so proud of where you have came from and where to are now. I know you will have great things coming to you and more added to what you have now. I hope to meet you one day. Thank you again. 🥰 Keep up the great work.

    • @sWeRvE250
      @sWeRvE250 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would really love to actually meet all the creators in this video. All are amazing people. Thank you all for sharing your stories. ❤️

  • @MuslimahNefertari
    @MuslimahNefertari ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've seen all of these beautiful people in my research on being black in Japan, its so crazy seeing them all in one video.

  • @azsakamoto4582
    @azsakamoto4582 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    This is one of the best videos ive ever seen. Thank you so much to Sundai, the editor and everyone interviewed!

  • @travelexploreasia9576
    @travelexploreasia9576 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    From one person of color to the next, I'm also a transplant American, who is from Trinidad and Tobago but grew up in SoCal, but now live in Đà Nẵng Việt Nam, please allow to say this was the most inspiring segment of being black in Japan I've ever seen, very positive and very well done, my hats off to you, plus you look like a younger version of my buddy Curtis sister who's lives back in Southern California.... I actually shared your video to various friends.

  • @katefab1028
    @katefab1028 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Honestly this video was necessary for me! I’m currently living in Korea and I’ve just been feeling like my time here is coming to an end and just didn’t know where I want to go next. This video just gave me some things to think about. I’m definitely going to plan a trip to Japan when things open up and see how I feel. Thanks for this video 💜💜💜

    • @7279654
      @7279654 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Are you a teacher there? If so how long can you be one or is there a time cap on it?

    • @katefab1028
      @katefab1028 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@7279654 yes, I am a teacher. There's no time cap on being a teacher here. I know some people who've been teachers here for between 10-15 years. So it's really just a matter of if that's your career goal and what you want to do, especially for that long.

    • @7279654
      @7279654 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@katefab1028 Tysm for responding. I wonder can you get citizenship being a teacher for that long.

  • @jm2307
    @jm2307 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Even just being a black viewer on TH-cam is challenging! Can’t even imagine the struggles you have as a creator. Just know that one of few reasons I’m still using this app is to watch your content. This was so enlightening for me, thanks for all the hard work you put into this video & channel

    • @surilee295
      @surilee295 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Being a black viewer is challenging?
      Can you elaborate please?

  • @kairock5426
    @kairock5426 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    This was absolutely amazing Sundai! Netflix needs to send u a contract ASAP! Because this content needs to be seen by all!

    • @jamimartin381
      @jamimartin381 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Seriously!! TH-cam needs to get it together!

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🥲 thank you

  • @twoshadesofochre
    @twoshadesofochre ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Sundai this has been so incredible! Thank you for the work and love poured into it

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much 🥹

  • @sasushinjuku5366
    @sasushinjuku5366 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    as a white german, sitting here and watching this type of content of your, Sundai, i really really enjoing it! You took so much work in it, all this people (of course you too!) are such inspirational humans. I love all the different characters and backgrounds in here. this is so imporant AND interessting to watch! i love your "regular" content, but this video hits different (in a really good way)

    • @seedofstyle
      @seedofstyle ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Finde ich auch toll.

  • @WithSandra
    @WithSandra ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Omg I also went to Temple University! So cool to see people from so many walks of life living in Japan, thank you for sharing this Sundai!

  • @innovativeg4m3r
    @innovativeg4m3r ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am white and pale as one can get. I am turning 30 this year and went back to uni because i have a dream of living in japan x) will become and IT-tech and try to get a job through a Swedish company with office in Japan.
    Also, regarding deodorant. On the main road of the shopping street in ueno there is a house in the middle just after the statue. If you go to the basement you will find another food market, where they also sell foreign deodorant :)
    So if you need deo that is a good spot :)

  • @NiaG34
    @NiaG34 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This was done so well! I loved seeing the different point of views from black people who are all from different places and backgrounds 👏🏾

  • @ganbatteshandichan6100
    @ganbatteshandichan6100 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I wish I could LOVE this video cause liking it isn't enough. I am moving next year and I relate to all of your guests in one or more ways! I'm moving to Chubu next year and I can't wait to get my hair done with Hilda and try Kyle's treats! Your videos are always so inspiring. I'm so excited to begin my life in Japan!

  • @arield.7962
    @arield.7962 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m so happy you posted this. I’ve been living in Japan for 2 yrs and struggling to do my own protective styles :( I will definitely be visiting her shop

  • @tenzacare
    @tenzacare ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loving how you put ur hairdresser!!! Gworlll! Hi to everyone in the series! I’m crying!!!! So much love!!!!!

  • @rutmarybucarito5621
    @rutmarybucarito5621 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Idk where even start... The editing, sick angles ❤️, the questions, the footage, the atmosphere, this is absolutely beautiful.

  • @annaraiinbowstar3457
    @annaraiinbowstar3457 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Even if it doesn't concern me or I wasn't the target audience for this video, I found it super insightful and very motivating

  • @TC-ge1lx
    @TC-ge1lx ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sundai!! 🥰I was on vacation when you went LIVE! I am so flippen proud of you girl! 🤩🦋 such a beautiful representation of the black experience in Japan. In high school, (35 years ago)🤯😮 I was an exchange student , this was practically unheard of for black girls back then. My friends thought I was crazy. I returned to the United States unstoppable 🏃‍♀, and continued to travel. I always tell young black people to travel or even get into an exchange program. Your video continues to inspire the young and the seasoned! You are doing it right Sundai! I appreciate you so much! Thank you!❤

  • @Rinabhl
    @Rinabhl ปีที่แล้ว +8

    use the like button you all

  • @Gumdrop92
    @Gumdrop92 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really enjoyed Hilda & Cornelia.
    And sorry to everyone that has had a negative experience in your home country ❤️

  • @lolhcd
    @lolhcd ปีที่แล้ว +9

    12:30 this just hit deep. This is a subtle, yet strong critique that echoes so many thoughts and emotions! AND I'M FROM EUROPE.
    and siiiis 13:55 I feel you, being an Asian dude, growing up in Switzerland in a village and spending all my school life till adulthood as "the only visible foreigner", I felt that. Asian dudes are already one of the least desireable ethnicities/races in the West, I felt like the reference point for the whole Asian continent for everything.

  • @jojojojojojojojojao
    @jojojojojojojojojao ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly love this. I usually avoid Black in *insert country* videos because they're so just...ergh
    But since it was you I knew it would be great. Not only did you get so many perspectives, there isn't any sensationalisation. I've been here for two years this month. I'm chill, no one has acted with hostility towards me. Does racism disappear once you get into Japan territory? No but like Kyle said, it's imported, they don't have any stakes in preserving that status quo so they don't care enough to hold on to it after actually meeting a black person. If anyone wants to live in japan, racism isn't going to be the obstacle.

  • @ddrz09
    @ddrz09 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brown boy here watching this black excellence is just 📈📈📈📈📈📈📈🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌. Love thisssssss

  • @gloriaogara
    @gloriaogara ปีที่แล้ว +100

    this vid will be saved for future references as a 18 year old nigerian girl born in spain wanting to live in japan after uni (⁠つ⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)⁠つ also the racism stuff was a bit concern for me but this alleviates it
    thank you so much sundai, this is extremely helpful! esp for ppl who dont have who to talk about this❤️

    • @shellynwillis4342
      @shellynwillis4342 ปีที่แล้ว

      They're running over there under guise of work- teaching English but really after their 🧬 Genes, want that 'Good Hair's Weave $100-$300-$500. They don't really want them over there, interviews subliminal asking "when are u getting ur sh...and leaving? There nice with it though

  • @PatriceButler49
    @PatriceButler49 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My daughter is obsessed with the Asian culture and talked all through high school about moving to Japan. I sent her this video thank you so much now I’m not as worried ❤

  • @junetwentythree
    @junetwentythree ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Came in here through your collab with Corny and now I've spent the last 3 HOURS! 3 hours! 3 HOURS! watching all of your recent videos. Love the content, music, EVERAYTHANG. Absolute fave are the inspirational stuff you always have peppered in there. Keep doing you, boo! You're pretty damn awesome.

  • @aishautube
    @aishautube ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is made so beautifully! It was so fun to watch, most of the time these types of videos can get boring but it kept my attention the whole time!

  • @megalaishungry
    @megalaishungry ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was absolutely fantastic, I love the thought and care that went into this and just showcasing the other side of the coin! Keeping it so real - love it!

  • @creative_panda_system2852
    @creative_panda_system2852 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m glad I wasn’t the only one who wanted to move for anime 😅. I have alway been in love with Japan… I want the culture, country sides, and life style. I was kinda on the fence because they always made it seem like we wasn’t welcome. I learned so much from this video.

  • @MissRayneNerdiiChicK
    @MissRayneNerdiiChicK ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sundai! THIS WAS FAN-FREAKIN-TASTIC! Thank you for taking the time out to make this video. Seriously, the editing and the way you set everything up was genius. Great work, seriously! This deserves recognition. Someone needs to pay you to have this video featured on some big news/cultural channel. Love you for this! 💗💐👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @BowPromise
    @BowPromise ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You answered something that has always been in the back of my mind. Absolutely love this!

  • @bijoubijou7500
    @bijoubijou7500 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Superb, Sundai. This is an excellent gift to the community and encouragement to visit Japan. I sincerely appreciate your content and presence on TH-cam, but I want to say a special thank you for this one! The energy, diversity of experiences, and perspectives is excellent. I am so proud of how you represent the Bay Area so well.

  • @jamie344
    @jamie344 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This was TOP TIER storytelling! Always love your videos!

  • @diedraunderwood1114
    @diedraunderwood1114 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Sundai this was absolutely amazing. I love seeing us do big things outside of the US. I wish I knew Japan was an option when I was younger and not already established as I am now. Thank you for the hard work you put in for this vlog. I know this will help a lot of folks make that leap.

  • @JessAwesome
    @JessAwesome ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video is a blessing, I've been contemplating going to japan. I've always want to climb Mt. Fuji. I pray I run into one of you one day, I would love to have a conversation, and I will be frequenting Aunties Salon ( Naija girl here representing!!! ) and Uncles Bakery on my journey there next year. Open the Borders Japan 🙏

  • @jeromebrown8253
    @jeromebrown8253 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I only discovered your channel a few hours ago, and I've been hooked since. Your humour, video editing, topics, etc. lol I love it.

  • @Electricboom_22
    @Electricboom_22 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so unbelievably good and informative and a lot of fun to watch 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @blacktokyo
    @blacktokyo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I truly enjoy the various perspectives. Best of luck to all, and keep rising!

  • @flazay_da
    @flazay_da ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE THIS!! It's always great to see us thriving everywhere! Wild, it's so great to see a Black hair business being successful! If I'm going to be able to get my hair done properly is one of my biggest concerns when traveling.

  • @clovernotes4473
    @clovernotes4473 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video makes me so happy and uplifted! Like, my people are out here living their best lives and I feel so happy for them. This is totally the most uplifting video I have ever seen on this topic. I really want to visit Japan now.

  • @peachcakesanimations
    @peachcakesanimations ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your Living in Korea video was actually my introduction to seeing your channel! I’m currently finishing my bachelors to move there soon! Thank you for your informational videos Sundai!!

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved watching this with you and your guests. Thanks for sharing everyone ❤️

  • @BelindaBen
    @BelindaBen ปีที่แล้ว

    SUNDAI!!!!!!! This video is chef’s kiss. You did an amazing job. I needed this.

  • @acopperheart
    @acopperheart ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Omg the autoimmune girlsssssss 😭😭😭 me too! Hashimoto’s………………. and I’m black and I lowkey wanted to live in Japan 💀

  • @chloemonette7427
    @chloemonette7427 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed this video and loved this format! Ugh when I don't think your channel can get any better, you drop this!

  • @redcat900
    @redcat900 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After my time in the military, US Navy, I had moved to Osaka in 1991 to 1993. I later returned to Japan in 2003 and left in 2005.
    Being a black man in Japan, i had few experiences most of it was out of curiosity not of racism, I made some wonderful friends and the streets of Osaka were extremely clean. You just have to step out of your comfort zone and experience living in Japan. I spoke a little japanese but was able to do daily tasks and socialize with people. Now , after many years away from Osaka, I plan to return to Japan to live and make a contribution to the culture and society.

  • @cheryljennings-blanchet2016
    @cheryljennings-blanchet2016 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved this video!!!!!! So down to earth interview style and a genuine positive attitude towards the subject « Black in Japan « such diversity in your choice of interviewees. Good job on a way to often asked question. Bravo 🎊

  • @arnoldkee117
    @arnoldkee117 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video us EXCELLENT! You are giving people strategies, asking great questions, and getting diverse voices. There’s probably a lot more ground to cover. Keep searching and posting!

  • @KestonCharles
    @KestonCharles ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and content with a positive and fun vibe from everyone. I am sure this helped and encouraged a lot of people. The bakery owner and hairdresser were especially enjoyable to watch and hear from, just very good energy. All the best!

  • @ntshabengra3370
    @ntshabengra3370 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh man! This is superb content! Your guests were so likeable and you evidently had such great chemistry with them. You asked all the relevant questions and edited it all to perfection. We should start paying for a subscription at this point.

  • @MatchlessMonarch
    @MatchlessMonarch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this! It’s so amazing to see us thriving around the world!!! I recently moved to Mexico and I love it ❤

  • @sam-nc5ou
    @sam-nc5ou ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was great! So insightful not only for living in japan but anywhere you want!
    I love your content, it always motivate me to do what I want to do🙌

  • @aprilsuniverse
    @aprilsuniverse ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love all of your videos but this one hits different!!! I loved all the different POVs. Thanks so very much for this Sundai💛💛

  • @2livefree777
    @2livefree777 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sundai you did the dang thang. I’ve lived in Japan for 8 years and my beautiful black sistas. Explain the experience being black in Japan to the tee🫶🏾💕 It is a peaceful place and so beautiful 🥹

  • @itsShantz7
    @itsShantz7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn!! This video is too good🥺 I love hearing the different perspectives, especially Kyle and Tiffany

  • @brunchbaetrenta
    @brunchbaetrenta ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just…. Thank you so much for this video. Thank you for the time you put in, and the amazing people you’ve shared with us! ❤

  • @metrolady72
    @metrolady72 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Hair stylists was extra awesome.

  • @Tori-qi2mz
    @Tori-qi2mz ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a fantastic and super engaging interview. Loved the different perspectives.

  • @Jshiggy3008
    @Jshiggy3008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was such a dope video! It deserves at least a million likes👍🏾

  • @amandadelaney4789
    @amandadelaney4789 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really appreciate the time it took to make this video! It's beautiful and inspiring! Thank you for all your hard work and love that you put into it!

  • @ade3050
    @ade3050 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have been waiting for you to drop a video! How are you Sundai Love? And all of Sundai family that is watching right now? Because we are family over here💕💕💕

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey boo. The fam went live with me earlier 🥰

    • @ade3050
      @ade3050 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SundaiLove wow!

  • @sharnieclementesanchez7917
    @sharnieclementesanchez7917 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was made so well!!! Thank you. This is amazing I’m so happy to see this. I’m half black half Japanese!!

  • @allegraprince94
    @allegraprince94 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go Sundai !!! 😤😤😤😤 the quality and effort can not be overlooked 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @yanie3000
    @yanie3000 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was beautiful to see. People from all different walks of life, I loved it. Thank you, Sundai.

  • @NaomiBK4
    @NaomiBK4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done!! 👏🏾👏🏾 This was shot so well & was so insightful. I usually don’t comment but I watch all your videos and can see how much hard work you put in your videos! It’s very inspiring and keep up the good work 💕

  • @plandsandtravels
    @plandsandtravels ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the effort you put in to your videos. Love these interviews.

  • @cathileeandrews849
    @cathileeandrews849 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so beautifully done and so informative. Love it!!! 🥰

  • @YOULOOTWESHOOT101
    @YOULOOTWESHOOT101 ปีที่แล้ว

    First and foremost one Oscar 🏆 for the editing and directing! And a nomination screenwriting … Beautifully done bravo

  • @PeterandYen
    @PeterandYen ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sundai you did such an incredible job with this video! It would've taken so much effort to pull it all together from the interviews to the editing and all that comes in between. Love that you did this. It was really interesting hearing everyone's personal experiences and advice. It still blows my mind about how terrible the racism is in America tho 😥 Thank you to all your guests for sharing their stories too ❤️❤️❤️ We're certain this video is going to help many people and it's thanks to you and everyone that made this video happen 💕💕🙂🙏

  • @elizabethfields6346
    @elizabethfields6346 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much that you have presented a good sample of representation with valuable advice.

  • @Ndinelago_Landi
    @Ndinelago_Landi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just stumbled upon this video and I enjoyed every minute of this. As an expat (in Germany) I could relate to a lot. Thank you :-)

  • @kawaii_ninja
    @kawaii_ninja ปีที่แล้ว

    This is such a great video! Sundai always hitting us with the quallity content!

  • @MadAudi
    @MadAudi ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I’m looking forward to this. I’ve been hearing about some police discrimination in Japan and it’s disturbing. I was thinking of moving to Japan upon retirement (a long way off but I’m a planner). I won’t go anywhere outside the USA to experience the same discrimination I’ve experienced here. Not saying it’s intolerable in the US… but the enemy you’ve know is easier to deal with than an unknown enemy.
    Where can we go that’s not impoverished, stable economically, safe to live, peaceful, and be accepted not as a black person but as a human being?
    If no such place exists for black people… so be it. But I have hope such a place exists.

    • @carla9653
      @carla9653 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      These people interviewed appear to have strong support and relationships. I suppose that helps.

    • @rhearoo3081
      @rhearoo3081 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I feel like what Hilda said about being a resilient people is what makes living most places possible but not always ideal. There are good and bad people everywhere so I guess it just depends on who you run into sadly. I am from the US and some people who aren't from here may think it is completely dangerous It really depends on where you are like any country. I would like to travel to Japan for a long vacation but I don't know if I could live there permanently. 🙂

    • @SundaiLove
      @SundaiLove  ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Honestly I’ve traveled to a lot of places and japan is great. The safety is unmatched. Police bother blacks is RARE unlike in America where they actually kill you, plant “items” on you , frame you, and pull u over for no reason. Also the Philippines was great in my experience in terms of racism. They were very friendly

    • @MadAudi
      @MadAudi ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@SundaiLove Thanks for the response. I’m still continuing my Japanese lessons and I value seeing the positivity of this channel. But, the other channel I watch was grim. At the same time, America is getting worse for us not better. I want to leave America when I retire. I just need to find the best option. Japan was my first choice…

    • @cooky_2076
      @cooky_2076 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was sad to hear you say "if such a place exists" just make sure you're the best human being you can be and travel outside of the U.S. The blessings will come.🙏🏽

  • @PS3Cooooooool
    @PS3Cooooooool ปีที่แล้ว

    This presentation is well thought out and its there in an international level.
    Great effort Sundai!

  • @Letschitchat51
    @Letschitchat51 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the episode we didn't know we needed ..thanks Sundai this was amazing 🥰🥰

  • @josephnavarro8465
    @josephnavarro8465 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loooooooove this vlog so much!! It is inspiring and I love how it educates viewers. Thank you so much for creating this kind of content!!!

  • @Malika296
    @Malika296 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoroughly enjoyed this Sundai! Great work

  • @RikemagCola
    @RikemagCola ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved hearing about everyone's experience! Such a greatly put together video and very unique people you found to interview. :)

  • @Bearcub599
    @Bearcub599 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a delightful video! I am living in Uk watching this, brings back so many memories. Best wishes to everyone xxx

  • @marlification
    @marlification ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can relate to Tiff. I'm not black but I was born in Western Samoa and then from the age of 3 to 7 I lived in a country in the middle east called Oman where we had friends from all over the world. Then we moved to back to New Zealand where my dad is from and I never felt like I fit in. I always missed our life in Oman and resented my parents for moving us. As an adult I had the opportunity to move back to the middle east, to the UAE. I lived in Abu Dhabi for 5 years and I really enjoyed the expat lifestyle - it was great closure for me too because I finally understood why my parents left. I still prefer being an expat to living in NZ though! The downside is making great friends and then having to make new friends because people are always returning to their home countries eventually.

  • @lizawinslow4773
    @lizawinslow4773 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sundai! Exceptional and needs a part 3🙏🏾 You did an amazing job with this coverage and it gives me hope to travel ti Japan as s black girl. Very encouraging🥰🥰🥰

  • @MrWrightWay
    @MrWrightWay ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad TH-cam suggested this channel. I’m lived in Japan years ago while I was in the Navy, I’m coming back to visit in April to make some content and can’t wait