after watching your videos the past couple days I've come to realize that Japan seems to be much more family-oriented than America. all shopkeepers that you have found so far seem to be so cordial and nice to your kids and treat everyone with such respect. I love it. great videos man. I can't wait to go to Japan one day.
The difference is that in the west everything is about the individual, people outside your family don't matter, so people just need to have everything their way. In Japan though you're expected to behave and fit into the society as a group, everyone follows the rules and do their part to make it better for everyone. Not as selfish and egotistical as when everything is suppose to benefit the individual only.
We Asians value respect for elderly and love for family, we always try to do everything with the fam. This is why Japanese anime always has themes of the importance of familial/sibling bonds. You rarely see us put our parents in home for the elderly, it is considered shameful for us to do so, like we're abandoning them, unlike Westerners. Also we'd lose respect for you if we see you argue with your parents in public. Respect and honoring one's parents and loved ones isn't just a Confucius or Chinese thing, every Asian country has this mindset and culture. It's not only about cooperating with each other to be united like what other comments insist, it's a way to build up moral values and loyalty.
To attempt to, most likely in vain, head off a rash of comments asking why no kid hosting, this is a kind of adult perspective video on what it's like filming with kids. Don't panic, I don't plan on taking over hosting duties, I know I'm not nearly cute enough! But, be warned, I do have a couple non-kid hosted videos that will be released on the LWIF channel coming soon. So, just remember, no one panic :-) By the way, if you haven't already, check out Angela's version of the day at th-cam.com/video/YZAIZl5GAxw/w-d-xo.html. She organized the whole outing, so make sure to thank her for it. That's why I had the behind-the-scenes kind of idea. It's nighttime here in Japan, so I'm going to bed. Enjoy your Sunday (or if you're in the wrong timezone, have a great Monday!)
Haha, filming with kids is a little different but I thoroughly enjoyed my day :D Thank you guys for joining me and being under the hot sun! Especially Aiko - ありがとう！＾＾
I love your videos! I am 16 years old and currently live in Australia. Like Aiko and Shin I am half Japanese (and half Australian). I used to live in Tokyo (near Toyosu) from ages 9-13 , so you could say all the locations you visit are very なつかしい for me :) Thank you so much for sharing. It's kind of nice, as I feel i'm looking back at a younger me when I watch all of Aiko's adventures! Wishing you luck for future projects! どうもありがとう
Another Australian here! 🙋🏻 I'm half Filipino, though. I know some Japanese, because I'm currently taking classes for it. (And I'm going there with my school next year!)
this is my favorite type of video you have made. kind of a in Japan with the kids day...please do more it's so great we get to see the kids plus how life is in Japan
this is a very true day with kids, filming or not, it's always something but the memories you look back on for that day will be worth all the little troubles.
I think some people who watch the videos TH-camrs make, take the videos for granted. It's always "This TH-camr didn't come out with a video this week, it's so easy, just put out a new video so that I can be entertained." I've not done videos for my channel yet, but I'm going to be starting soon. I really appreciate the work that goes into all these vlogs, so thank you for all you do! ^.^
I don't normally watch videos like this, but since the first video I have seen, I am hooked on your channel, I really love the children, especially when big sister takes control, amazing work guys and looking forward to more great videos.
wasn't that a kaleidoscope ... the red tube on the toy shop? you're supposed to rotate it slowly for it to change.. I'm not sure if he just shaked it for fun. :)
+Life Where I'm From oh! maybe the new versions do that. I had a friend a school that brought one.. and I remember everyone twisting it xd. at least they appreciate the toy, I don't see it as something "cool" this days.
Greg, you and your family are a gem. Aiko reminds me of a child I used to mentor a few years ago. Seriously, she has the same build, similar cute overbite, and very similar mannerisms... You are an amazing dad, and if I meet the right person and have the opportunity to start a family, I want to be just like you to my kids.
I miss Japan. My parents are from there and I've been there around 6 times but I hate traveling and the flight is so long. I use to go to Yamanashi to visit my grand parents. Maybe one day I'll go back and visit. Great video though.
Probably the most realistic, fun and sweet documentary i've been seen in the youtube. I really like how the dad didn't push the kid to do stuff they didn't like.. They all just act naturally. Ps : I'm a big FAN of Shin and Aiko !!! :D
It looked like a great kid's day. I've noticed that Aiko never let's Shin forget who the boss is - I just wonder how much longer that will last, ha-ha.
Oh my. I guess the psychologists are right about those early years imprinting. Let's hope Aiko's influence will take the form of gentle advice and council. Hang in there, Jimmy!
Yeah, she like's being the boss! Sometimes it's good, like a motherly / big sister thing. But other times it's just her wanting to be the one in control.
That little area that you were playing around in at the end.. it just looks so nice. It's in an urban area but there's trees, it's not crowded by cars, the architecture is pleasant and not too overbearing. I really want to live in a place like this
What I liked most about the video was propably the (comparatively harmless) sibling interaction, the universal feeling of: "Siblings suck. - I love mine."
That is so cool. Thank you all of you for ,asking your videos. It really gives us non Japanese folks a really amazing insight into life in Japan....a country I'd love to visit myself. What's also cool is these videos you make will be great childhood memory's and reminders for the kids when they grow up 😊🇬🇧
I seriously love this video!! I have enjoyed all the videos by you that I've watched, but this made me smile. I love how your kids are just themselves and that you encourage that. I love glimpses inside Japanese shops in anime and this was a billion times better bc I was seeing it through your eyes and your children's eyes. And I SO want to visit a Japanese bakery. They always look so amazing!! I'm sure I'd gain more than a few kilos if I moved to Japan!! Mostly, I really like and enjoy your videos and I really like your kids. That last part sounded way less creepy in my head. 😁 My (17 year old) daughter is also a huge Youkai Watch fan, so she's about to watch this video with me for that reason alone. Anyway, thank you for sharing your perspective, life and family with us!! I hope you keep doing it for a long time!! With appreciation, Talon
I actually remember these lense things that you can look into an turn and that always form new shapes and stuff from when I was growing up (in Germany). So yeah, pretty interesting to see those elsewhere.
I'm subscribed to both of your channels and I was really happy when I saw this collab on Angela's page :) I love how nice and genuine both your channels are
Lol seeing the kids paying with daddy's wallet 😂😂 I haven't had those custard things since I moved to Canada, I miss it!! And those spinning things are dangerous 😯 Angela looks like she could've hurt her eye! It was nice seeing the kids just being kids and having fun 💕
Love Aiko's growing fashion style. Shin is lucky to have a big sister to watch him. Little brothers can be annoying and embarrassing. Shin has a sweet spirit and big sister will help him to stay that way.
Hey Greg, I think that traditional toy you showed us was a kaleidoscope! We sometimes have them here in England, but again they are one of the more traditional toys. Keep up all the great videos!
I like your videos with kid and adult perspective. I think you as a parent add context when it's not clear what the kids are thinking or trying to say.
Love your videos. Thank you for filming, your kids are so cute and so funny. My parents are japaneese but I was born in Argentina. I used to live in Japan for about 5 years. Thank you for making me smile and remembering all those beautiful places and culture. Everytime I watch your videos, feels like I need to return to Japan again.My friends and family love your videos too, I showed them all of them. I feel like you are showing the real Japan, the Japan that my eyes saw when I was living there. Thank you very much for all.
AHHH just found this channel from your recent video "What Owning a Ramen Restaurant in Japan is Like" and I love this channel already. So heartwarming and educational. Well done and best wishes!!
Hi Greg! My name is Felix and I live in Queens Co. New York. I enjoy watching your videos in TH-cam. They are very family oriented. You all act very natural and it makes me feel as part of the family. Many are very informative and actually I have learned much about Japan and its culture. I was planning to visit Japan early next year, but with the virus still causing problems I may postpone my trip. I enjoyed 'visiting' your recent apartment with three floors. It is well organized. My daughter uses similar bin cabinets to store the kids toys and clothing etc. I have two grandchildren Deana 11 and Tino 10. It looks like your children are not too far apart in age from my grands. God bless your life and that of your family. May He protect you from all harm and keep you well and healthy. Till soon!
I have to say, Aiko is far to pretty for her own good xD Haha great video though, it's interesting to be 'behind the scenes'! Also was happy to see a Kiki's delivery service puzzle(?) Just got a tattoo of Jiji today!
I was in Tokyo last week and actually randomly ended up in Azabu-juban. I smelled the bakery and saw the place and realized it was the bakery you visited in this video. Really great suggestion as well as the other places.
i saw her video a little while ago and i was wondering why you'd never posted anything about it yet! it's cool to see this day from your perspective :) i like that shin's been included a lot lately, him and aiko together are great.
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Three likes for Shin balancing on that metal rope. Wow.
*chain 🙊
should bring him to acrobatic school he has great potential! good balance!!!
Treget Letterwood that was cool
Treget Letterwood lol metal rope(chains)
Treget Letterwood Yeahhhh I agreee with it
after watching your videos the past couple days I've come to realize that Japan seems to be much more family-oriented than America. all shopkeepers that you have found so far seem to be so cordial and nice to your kids and treat everyone with such respect. I love it. great videos man. I can't wait to go to Japan one day.
Did you go yet
The difference is that in the west everything is about the individual, people outside your family don't matter, so people just need to have everything their way. In Japan though you're expected to behave and fit into the society as a group, everyone follows the rules and do their part to make it better for everyone. Not as selfish and egotistical as when everything is suppose to benefit the individual only.
We Asians value respect for elderly and love for family, we always try to do everything with the fam. This is why Japanese anime always has themes of the importance of familial/sibling bonds. You rarely see us put our parents in home for the elderly, it is considered shameful for us to do so, like we're abandoning them, unlike Westerners. Also we'd lose respect for you if we see you argue with your parents in public. Respect and honoring one's parents and loved ones isn't just a Confucius or Chinese thing, every Asian country has this mindset and culture. It's not only about cooperating with each other to be united like what other comments insist, it's a way to build up moral values and loyalty.
dad's relentless about those premium drinks lol
Lol shins face when Aiko said " eww your hands are filled with snot"
Hahaha
Lamo
To attempt to, most likely in vain, head off a rash of comments asking why no kid hosting, this is a kind of adult perspective video on what it's like filming with kids. Don't panic, I don't plan on taking over hosting duties, I know I'm not nearly cute enough!
But, be warned, I do have a couple non-kid hosted videos that will be released on the LWIF channel coming soon. So, just remember, no one panic :-)
By the way, if you haven't already, check out Angela's version of the day at th-cam.com/video/YZAIZl5GAxw/w-d-xo.html. She organized the whole outing, so make sure to thank her for it. That's why I had the behind-the-scenes kind of idea.
It's nighttime here in Japan, so I'm going to bed. Enjoy your Sunday (or if you're in the wrong timezone, have a great Monday!)
Haha, filming with kids is a little different but I thoroughly enjoyed my day :D
Thank you guys for joining me and being under the hot sun! Especially Aiko - ありがとう！＾＾
I thought you were gonna end the video with "What is it like to film videos with your kids were you're from...?" :-)
Hahahahaha!
I had a great time watching. Looks like so much summer fun 😄
great video.
Gotta admit, i sometimes do like the change between you and your kids, since it shows both perspectives of it.
aaw this video is so lovely ^^ It brings back some nostalgia when Shin did the parkour thing x) I used to do that all the time when i was little :)
Ah mais tes francaise
same tho
I love your videos! I am 16 years old and currently live in Australia. Like Aiko and Shin I am half Japanese (and half Australian). I used to live in Tokyo (near Toyosu) from ages 9-13 , so you could say all the locations you visit are very なつかしい for me :) Thank you so much for sharing. It's kind of nice, as I feel i'm looking back at a younger me when I watch all of Aiko's adventures! Wishing you luck for future projects! どうもありがとう
ビデオを見てくれてありがとう！
Em of
Another Australian here! 🙋🏻 I'm half Filipino, though. I know some Japanese, because I'm currently taking classes for it. (And I'm going there with my school next year!)
Can you translate?
kawaii
Accidentally stumbled across this channel...instantly subbed, love the editing, the stories and the full hearten commentary.
keep up the good work!
BrocooLee I
RIP old Swain
this is my favorite type of video you have made. kind of a in Japan with the kids day...please do more it's so great we get to see the kids plus how life is in Japan
totally agree
+Reema hi reema
+Reema hi reema
this is a very true day with kids, filming or not, it's always something but the memories you look back on for that day will be worth all the little troubles.
He made them share😀...That is so like my dad!
Indian beats! Indian life ! always gotta share with siblings :D
I'm Indian and my dad also does the same.😄
"They were soon going to die, as I was told." lololol
He was told ...! hahahahahahha .. weird father .
I think some people who watch the videos TH-camrs make, take the videos for granted. It's always "This TH-camr didn't come out with a video this week, it's so easy, just put out a new video so that I can be entertained." I've not done videos for my channel yet, but I'm going to be starting soon. I really appreciate the work that goes into all these vlogs, so thank you for all you do! ^.^
I don't normally watch videos like this, but since the first video I have seen, I am hooked on your channel, I really love the children, especially when big sister takes control, amazing work guys and looking forward to more great videos.
I just smiled through this entire video, it was fun to watch :)
this is dad's money, why would we want to save up.. haha.
wasn't that a kaleidoscope ... the red tube on the toy shop? you're supposed to rotate it slowly for it to change.. I'm not sure if he just shaked it for fun. :)
I thought you needed to twist it, but you need to shake it to change the shapes.
+Life Where I'm From oh! maybe the new versions do that. I had a friend a school that brought one.. and I remember everyone twisting it xd. at least they appreciate the toy, I don't see it as something "cool" this days.
simple trick celsius to Farenheit double the celsius, add 30, so 30 C = 60+30 = 90 F, and this is pretty accurate.
This is a very lovely episode as always! Aiko and Shin are so cute! I hope they'd do well in life!
Greg, you and your family are a gem. Aiko reminds me of a child I used to mentor a few years ago. Seriously, she has the same build, similar cute overbite, and very similar mannerisms... You are an amazing dad, and if I meet the right person and have the opportunity to start a family, I want to be just like you to my kids.
I miss Japan. My parents are from there and I've been there around 6 times but I hate traveling and the flight is so long. I use to go to Yamanashi to visit my grand parents. Maybe one day I'll go back and visit. Great video though.
Katicus where do u live now?
I was born in Canada
Probably the most realistic, fun and sweet documentary i've been seen in the youtube. I really like how the dad didn't push the kid to do stuff they didn't like.. They all just act naturally. Ps : I'm a big FAN of Shin and Aiko !!! :D
Daddy is so cool and I love the old school toys!
yay for a (almost) full day vlog! it's fun listening to dad's comments about the kids
It looked like a great kid's day. I've noticed that Aiko never let's Shin forget who the boss is - I just wonder how much longer that will last, ha-ha.
It could last for a couple years... or forever. lol
forever, my great aunt was 82 and still telling 'jimmy', my grandfather, who was boss.
Oh my. I guess the psychologists are right about those early years imprinting. Let's hope Aiko's influence will take the form of gentle advice and council. Hang in there, Jimmy!
Yeah, she like's being the boss! Sometimes it's good, like a motherly / big sister thing. But other times it's just her wanting to be the one in control.
I soon get hungry when saw that bakery 🍞 🍞
ikr!
That little area that you were playing around in at the end.. it just looks so nice. It's in an urban area but there's trees, it's not crowded by cars, the architecture is pleasant and not too overbearing. I really want to live in a place like this
Your video gets better and better every time. Love your videos 😃👍
Your name 10/10
Ann #Phandomtrash Thanks! Btw love your profile pic ;)
Same about yours
Ikr
hey pham
What I liked most about the video was propably the (comparatively harmless) sibling interaction, the universal feeling of: "Siblings suck. - I love mine."
That Bakery was Gorgeous. I can't wait until I finally make my way to Japan!
Hahaha "the kids are like no is daddy's money why would we wanna do that"
I love watching kids just being kids and everyone knows Angela is a kid herself in her heart!
That is so cool. Thank you all of you for ,asking your videos. It really gives us non Japanese folks a really amazing insight into life in Japan....a country I'd love to visit myself. What's also cool is these videos you make will be great childhood memory's and reminders for the kids when they grow up 😊🇬🇧
I seriously love this video!! I have enjoyed all the videos by you that I've watched, but this made me smile.
I love how your kids are just themselves and that you encourage that. I love glimpses inside Japanese shops in anime and this was a billion times better bc I was seeing it through your eyes and your children's eyes.
And I SO want to visit a Japanese bakery. They always look so amazing!! I'm sure I'd gain more than a few kilos if I moved to Japan!!
Mostly, I really like and enjoy your videos and I really like your kids.
That last part sounded way less creepy in my head. 😁
My (17 year old) daughter is also a huge Youkai Watch fan, so she's about to watch this video with me for that reason alone.
Anyway, thank you for sharing your perspective, life and family with us!! I hope you keep doing it for a long time!!
With appreciation,
Talon
I actually remember these lense things that you can look into an turn and that always form new shapes and stuff from when I was growing up (in Germany). So yeah, pretty interesting to see those elsewhere.
Till date this is the only video where I have not heard the kids say, "Thanks for watching, see you next time. Bye"
I'm subscribed to both of your channels and I was really happy when I saw this collab on Angela's page :) I love how nice and genuine both your channels are
Amazing video guys... I'm so happy this came out today because it is my birthday!!!!:)
As always, Thanks for sharing! We love it.
I wish I lived in Japan 😢😣
go get a visa man let me tell you something dont give up believe it is effective and i a, not giving up to go there i will go there at 2023 or 2024
Great day in the life vid, my family really enjoyed watching this!!
Greg, bag culture strikes again...haha! Does your wife keep a stash of "nice" bags at home like my wife and MIL? So funny..
+chrispkreme there are way too many in my house
+chrispkreme there are way too many in my house
new video: "Where I'm From, this is how many bags we have in our house" ...haha
+Sally Williams No
we women love cute bags
They are so cute!! The streets are so clean. The desserts looks yummy. Great video.
I love all your videos! I find the kids absolutely delightful, and they inform so well! Thank you for all you do for us
Your narration was hilarious. Would love to see more vids like this.
Your videos are always so much fun Greg. Love Aiko and Shin.. I basically bingewatch your videos all the time. Keep makin 'em :)
One of my favorite life where I'm from episodes ! Thank you
Lol seeing the kids paying with daddy's wallet 😂😂 I haven't had those custard things since I moved to Canada, I miss it!! And those spinning things are dangerous 😯 Angela looks like she could've hurt her eye! It was nice seeing the kids just being kids and having fun 💕
Love Aiko's growing fashion style. Shin is lucky to have a big sister to watch him. Little brothers can be annoying and embarrassing. Shin has a sweet spirit and big sister will help him to stay that way.
Hey Greg, I think that traditional toy you showed us was a kaleidoscope! We sometimes have them here in England, but again they are one of the more traditional toys. Keep up all the great videos!
yay, daddy money.. 😄 👍
Such a lovely family.
Agreed and truely appreciate your efforts. Love your videos totally!!
I like your videos with kid and adult perspective. I think you as a parent add context when it's not clear what the kids are thinking or trying to say.
aaahh such a heart warming behind the scene♥️
You are a good narrator. I have watched 5 videos at row now and I can't stop!
"You dropped it last, so you will be punched !" .... "Punch him Aiko !", I didn't know Angela was so violent !! Ha ha
5:25 "you just put it in your eye...sooooooo beautiful" lol
Love your videos. Thank you for filming, your kids are so cute and so funny. My parents are japaneese but I was born in Argentina. I used to live in Japan for about 5 years. Thank you for making me smile and remembering all those beautiful places and culture. Everytime I watch your videos, feels like I need to return to Japan again.My friends and family love your videos too, I showed them all of them. I feel like you are showing the real Japan, the Japan that my eyes saw when I was living there. Thank you very much for all.
Kids are perfectly match when filming, looks natural. Btw AA are great combo in 1 frame😊
Thanks Aiko,Shin and Greg for your nice videos.Keep it up!❤️🇯🇵
I enjoyed watching
Aiko and Shin. They are really cute. I was surprised to watch Shin balancing on the chain. He is really cute!
AHHH just found this channel from your recent video "What Owning a Ramen Restaurant in Japan is Like" and I love this channel already. So heartwarming and educational. Well done and best wishes!!
Haven't watched in a while and I see how grown the kids are, and how much your videos have improved greatly. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻your sarcasm!!
Hi Greg! My name is Felix and I live in Queens Co. New York. I enjoy watching your videos in TH-cam. They are very family oriented. You all act very natural and it makes me feel as part of the family. Many are very informative and actually I have learned much about Japan and its culture. I was planning to visit Japan early next year, but with the virus still causing problems I may postpone my trip. I enjoyed 'visiting' your recent apartment with three floors. It is well organized. My daughter uses similar bin cabinets to store the kids toys and clothing etc. I have two grandchildren Deana 11 and Tino 10. It looks like your children are not too far apart in age from my grands. God bless your life and that of your family. May He protect you from all harm and keep you well and healthy. Till soon!
Adorable innocence.
Love the videos esp when these kids are involved.. Thanks for the efforts behind the videos 😁
It would be so nice to do more collab with Angela☺
I have to say, Aiko is far to pretty for her own good xD Haha great video though, it's interesting to be 'behind the scenes'! Also was happy to see a Kiki's delivery service puzzle(?) Just got a tattoo of Jiji today!
Aa
i love all your videos, you are blessed to have such smart and beautiful family.
Love watching ur videos gets me more pumped for my trip their in April thanks for all the good videos
Love it!! Love it!! Absolutely love it!!
You should start doing family oriented videos like this again. They really are great 👍
I am an 25 old german woman and i had this old toys in my childhood too. It´s fun to see them again :)
I was in Tokyo last week and actually randomly ended up in Azabu-juban. I smelled the bakery and saw the place and realized it was the bakery you visited in this video. Really great suggestion as well as the other places.
I just subscribed to both these channels so finding out there was a collaboration is very exciting!!
Thank you for uploading video i always enjoys watching it
I absolutely love when you guys collaborate with other Japanese based youtubers
awww that's so cute thank you for making me smile :)
Lovely film, Lovely people.
I love how natural this video is! not to mention it was pretty darn funny XD
YOKAI WATCH!! I feel like Shin and I would get along really well haha. This was such a fun video :D
i saw her video a little while ago and i was wondering why you'd never posted anything about it yet! it's cool to see this day from your perspective :) i like that shin's been included a lot lately, him and aiko together are great.
Yeah, Shin's getting better at presenting!
Aiko and Angela in one video. I love internationally Me and Life Where I'm From, both great You Tubers!
Oh wow, Tully's is in Japan! Awesome! (They're from Seattle, which is where I live). BTW I love your vids!!!!
I'm also from Seattle, and I didn't even notice the Tully's as being weird, as they're everywhere here. Ha!
Aiko is so beautiful!!
Hahahaha, Shin and Aiko remind me so much of what my brother and I were like as kids - we still haven't changed!
Love Japan ... Just want to visit ... and explore her and her culture .. 😍
Keep doing this stuff. I really loved this video. Thumbs up
Love the simplicity of the toys! Not too expensive (I assume) but a lot of fun!
They're pretty cheap. I think the paper balloons were 100 yen for 3, and the propeller was also 100 yen.
I love these videos thank you for vlogging your kids are so helpful
New subscriber here. I'm also a gaijin living in Japan. Your videos are fun and informative. I'm binge watching your videos today!!! 💛💚💙💜❤️
The whole video made me smile like a fool... Now my cheeks hurts! Thanks! XD
japan packaging is super awesome no other countries can beat it
I loved the narration in this!
Your commentary about your kids is hilarious :')
uhhhhhh im addicted to your channel! hahaha.. please do more videos! i love your ideas! keep it up! :))
You all are a sweet family.
SO CLOSE TO 200K!!!!! :DDDD SO excited for you guys!! :)
“ No we don’t want to bigger bag of candy for the same amount of money “... priceless! Lol 😂 kids r funny!