As a person who has worked in a foundry making castings, and who has worked in the waste water industry, (now drinking water) this video was beautifully done! Watching you hold a manhole brought back memories when I dropped one on my foot. Thank goodness for steel toed boots.
Because they looks great :) they're usually special commemorative manhole Covers for special areas. Also, a growing number of people are traveling to see these local covers and it is a nice attraction for locals and tourists. Local pride :)
Really enjoyed this one. Loved seeing the process of how they were made and it's cool that you were able to film the variety of manholes throughout your travels around Japan. Great topic and presentation!
We just got back from a two week trip around Japan and people thought we were crazy to have so many manhole cover photos in our collection. They are gorgeous! Thanks for a great video John!
They really are gorgeous! Glad there are more of us out there ;) I've loads of photos too. Thanks for watching Justin and happy to hear you had a nice trip in Japan! -john
Leopold I enjoy the 360° video. Esp when u r using a huge desktop screen, u can view the video in full screen which gives u a totally different experience, i can totally feel the vibe and the atmosphere of a busy street in japan without having to travel all the way there! It is an amazing experience!
I've noticed a move to more official street art where I live in the last five years or so. We haven't got to making pretty manholes, but little power boxes on street edges are painted to different themes by various artists, and public spaces are being developed with art and nature integrated. As the world gets busier and life gets ever more stressful, there's something to be said for making our everyday surrounds pleasing to the eye. Little joys make life worth living.
Miss Communication Oh yes! My city has also started painting their power boxes as well, along with a bunch of trash containers. What's so great about them is that ever since they've been painted, they've received a lot less tagging. Guess people really like them a lot!
Japan becomes increasingly fascinating the more I watch these videos. They have some therapeutic influence to me. Anytime I have a stressful or uneventful day, I just tune in to "Only in Japan" and the "Life where I'm from" videos and I feel like I have gone on a mini adventure. My goal now is to learn Japanese, travel to Japan, eat authentic Japanese food, visit attraction and events and meet a Japanese girl and perhaps live there for the remainder of my existence.......I've got to stop daydreaming in front of my computer at work, nothing gets done...gonna get in trouble....curse you therapeutic videos!!!.......LOL!!!
Such a nice guy with a real sense of adventure in his retirement. Best thing about meeting him was feeling the passion he had for these covers. Rare indeed. -john
I just love how the Japanese take anything that's ordinary to most folks and transform it in a profound way that has meaning. Take joy in the little things! :)
I'll be taking questions about Japanese manhole covers and this video on an Instagram live stream in 30 minutes. instagram.com/onlyinjapantv or follow the #onlyinjapantv tag -John
Ishii-san looks so incredibly joyful and happy when speaking about the variations between big cities and small suburban areas. I've never seen someone look so full of glee.
No matter how modern Japan is, it never forgets its culture. A manhole thing may be simple from the rest of the world but in Japan they are giving them a high value. The Japanese people really know how to make simple things at its BEST! I really love your channel John! Very informative! Hope to see more from your channel and wish to feature Anime! 🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
You certainly have fun! Many people wouldn't even care about manhole covers in a city but you give us the chance to pay attention to the details. I am a total fan of your videos. Greetings from Barcelona province in Spain. Keep on showing us the beauty of Japan.
REALLY? John, like I needed something else to obsess about when I eventually go to Japan. Also, now I'm searching for manhole cover card's to import. Keep up the great videos John, really appreciate your hard work put into these.
I'm so glad that I'm not alone in my love of Japan's manholes! I'm actually getting a modified Tokyo sakura manhole cover as a tattoo--I love it so much!
Let me just say that I found this channel by coincidence (probably because I like Japanese culture and had looked at related videos before) a few years ago. And I have to date not found a video you've made that hasn't been entertaining in some way, shape or form. Of course there are some I like more than others, but even those I like the least, I still enjoy, while also knowing that someone else might find those as their favorites :) I just felt like I should leave you a message, since you have given me so much entertainment, education and insight for free for a long time. So thank you very much and know that I really, deeply appreciate the work you put into every upload. Andreas from Denmark
This is one of my favourite episodes, I come back and rewatch it sometimes. If I lived in japan, or even just visited, I would be a manhole-er! It’s such a cool niche interest, I never ever thought man holes would pique my interest, but I’ve found that through a lot of your videos, I’ve learned to appreciate and love things I wouldn’t even think twice about. I adore that you’re shining light upon things like this, so keep up the great work, John, and thank you as always!
This was one of our favorite surprises when we visited Japan. At first we were just impressed that the manhole covers were decorative. It took visiting a few different cities for us to realize different areas had their own design.
that is really nice. this whole manhole "phenomenom" in japan is really good for people who work around manholes. it gives them not only something pretty to look at when they go down there, but something to be interested in. it is not just the "disgusting" job other countries have.
I always wonder how you get permission to all the places you visit as factories is not easy that they allow it but that what makes your channel interesting you go deeper into the history in Japan and show us the uniqueness in a different perspective.
I called them and told them about my show, my plan to film and they said yes :) it was super amazing to get that tour for a day. Really appreciate foundry and the metalmaking process now. -john
Manhole covers are truely something you shouldn't ignore when you travel to Japan! Every place has its own design. In Yokohama you can even find one with Pikachu on it!
Nice to see a country really appreciate and even re-create such as a manhole while in my country nobody even cares about those, or anything! Love your videos!!!
this episode is the the best one so far I like.. very meaningful and full of Japanese culture.. Great job.. Hoping to see more, revealing regular Japanese life than tourist route.
I just came from the Only in Japan Instagram post. Thank you so much for another informative and enjoyable video! These manhole designs are fascinating!
"And something that is truly - ONLY in Japan", this gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and brought tears to my eyes, I don't know why. It really sounded like the conclusion of this series.
This is awesome. Such a creative way of making people aware of something so simple as a manhole. I totally want to collect those cards now haha. Great video! Btw, I came from the Only In Japan Instagram :) Cheers from Venezuela!
Gabriela Hiroko Silva thank you Gabriela!! So glad to hear from you here :) I know!! I have to stop by more often to get more cards! I have a small stack after traveling around from this trip. Haha!! Appreciate you taking the time to write me. ⛩ John
Thank you so much for these amazing videos! I am actually heading to Japan next week, for at least one month, and would love to collaborate if you are interested!
Thanks for your great channel. I enjoy watching all episodes. At my stay last year I was impressed in this Manhole Art. I was totally crazy in finding always new ones. Thanks for reminding me and I will enjoy my little collection of this photos again. I look forward to learn more about Japan on your channel. Thanks
Japan 🇯🇵 is a huge country filled with wonders and hard workers, I often wonder what they do for fun...there’s history, culture and traditions...those manhole 🕳 are complex as they are beautiful
Came here immediately from the Only in Japan Instagram page! I'm always so excited when you upload. I can't get enough of your channel; your content and personality are just so captivating and uplifting. Every day you upload is a good day. Keep doing what you're doing and making great content!
Always so excited when I see a new video! If I ever make it over to Japan, I hope I could meet up with you for a drink, cause you sure deserve at least that as a token of appreciation for all your awesome teaching. Thank you and keep up the great work!
I loved this video! I noticed the manhole cover art last September when I was in Japan. The next time I go I will definitely keep a look out for more :). Thank you for a great video! Keep up the fantastic work.
Beautifully done! Such a unique topic and very interesting to watch! I live in Osaka and will need to keep my eyes out next time to see the Osaka castle!
wow, it takes a lot of time to make this video. taking picture of so many manholes throughout Japan.. I really appreciate your dedication to your video qualities, and that's why I love ONLY in JAPAN for sure :)
OMG!!! I loved ❤️this episode! When we traveled to Japan (Tokyo) in 2014 I noticed the covers and took pictures of the different ones and my family thought I was crazy 😜 I took more pictures in 2018 when we traveled to the Kansai (I have the Osaka castle one that’s on this episode) area! Now I want to go back to Japan and get those cards, and take more pictures! Mahalo!❤️🤙🏼😁
Extremely impressed by this video. Surprised that something that I didn't think would be that interesting ended up being one of my favorite videos of yours. Also I laughed out loud at "drainspotting" tag. -Tyler
This was really interesting! I never knew japan had this at all. Its totally like a trading card game. very cool stuff John. You deserve so many more subs for your work!
Wow, artistic manholes! Japan always amazes me. Hope to visit Japan sometime, it's so different and interesting. Greetings from Colombia to John and to all Japan followers!
As a person who has worked in a foundry making castings, and who has worked in the waste water industry, (now drinking water) this video was beautifully done! Watching you hold a manhole brought back memories when I dropped one on my foot. Thank goodness for steel toed boots.
XD fond memories
Because they looks great :) they're usually special commemorative manhole Covers for special areas. Also, a growing number of people are traveling to see these local covers and it is a nice attraction for locals and tourists. Local pride :)
Really enjoyed this one. Loved seeing the process of how they were made and it's cool that you were able to film the variety of manholes throughout your travels around Japan. Great topic and presentation!
Life Where I'm From just don’t want to be called a manholer ; )
instablaster...
yes! I love when I get a notification that ONLY IN JAPAN released a new video :D
Except for when you don't get one! Get it together, TH-cam!
We just got back from a two week trip around Japan and people thought we were crazy to have so many manhole cover photos in our collection. They are gorgeous! Thanks for a great video John!
They really are gorgeous! Glad there are more of us out there ;) I've loads of photos too. Thanks for watching Justin and happy to hear you had a nice trip in Japan! -john
@@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN Welcome. Would you like to exchange with me for those from Poland? Regards. Slawek.
I always like your videos before watching them ! love
Why not, I've never seen one I didn't enjoy.
lol i just did thAT and then read your comment
Leopold I enjoy the 360° video. Esp when u r using a huge desktop screen, u can view the video in full screen which gives u a totally different experience, i can totally feel the vibe and the atmosphere of a busy street in japan without having to travel all the way there! It is an amazing experience!
Single Mother me too. I liked his video before watching.
I don´t do that because a video only deserves a like if its good and worthy.
I made your visited places a checklist when i was in Japan earlier this mth. Loving it!
fats106 wow!! Which did you like the best? -John
Mine is the one covering the Kanamara Festival and the bath house!
Japan has a great habit of making nice things - and keep them nice.
It was like watching a clip of "How It's Made". You should make more like this.
Also, a big thank you to the factory for letting us inside.
That was best Discovery show ever!
I've noticed a move to more official street art where I live in the last five years or so. We haven't got to making pretty manholes, but little power boxes on street edges are painted to different themes by various artists, and public spaces are being developed with art and nature integrated. As the world gets busier and life gets ever more stressful, there's something to be said for making our everyday surrounds pleasing to the eye. Little joys make life worth living.
Miss Communication absolutely agree!! -John
Miss Communication Oh yes! My city has also started painting their power boxes as well, along with a bunch of trash containers. What's so great about them is that ever since they've been painted, they've received a lot less tagging. Guess people really like them a lot!
Everything is so beautiful in japan, even manhole covers lol
Japan becomes increasingly fascinating the more I watch these videos. They have some therapeutic influence to me. Anytime I have a stressful or uneventful day, I just tune in to "Only in Japan" and the "Life where I'm from" videos and I feel like I have gone on a mini adventure.
My goal now is to learn Japanese, travel to Japan, eat authentic Japanese food, visit attraction and events and meet a Japanese girl and perhaps live there for the remainder of my existence.......I've got to stop daydreaming in front of my computer at work, nothing gets done...gonna get in trouble....curse you therapeutic videos!!!.......LOL!!!
Ishii has an extremely rare ability to both frown and smile at the SAME TIME. 6:00
Incredible.
Such a nice guy with a real sense of adventure in his retirement. Best thing about meeting him was feeling the passion he had for these covers. Rare indeed. -john
Happy eyes burning with passion detected. Also funny though 😝
I just love how the Japanese take anything that's ordinary to most folks and transform it in a profound way that has meaning. Take joy in the little things! :)
I'll be taking questions about Japanese manhole covers and this video on an Instagram live stream in 30 minutes. instagram.com/onlyinjapantv or follow the #onlyinjapantv tag -John
Are the cards and book in America?
Ishii-san looks so incredibly joyful and happy when speaking about the variations between big cities and small suburban areas. I've never seen someone look so full of glee.
My favorite cover is the one in Nara featuring the Nara Deer! The painted ones are so beautiful!!
Love the videos! Keep up the good work and your show should be on TV! it's unique and interesting! 😃
One of the Coolest Only in Japan Videos , thanks for the effort. Keep them coming brother.
I absolutely love Japan how every single city is connected with a train and it's soooo easy to get to almost anyplace in Japan!
No matter how modern Japan is, it never forgets its culture. A manhole thing may be simple from the rest of the world but in Japan they are giving them a high value.
The Japanese people really know how to make simple things at its BEST!
I really love your channel John!
Very informative! Hope to see more from your channel and wish to feature Anime!
🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
Watching this while lying down on a breeze rainy morning with the intro sound makes me so relaxing.
Who-hoo! Yea, another Only in Japan!
I remembered it from the last time I visited. Although I never imagined it to be like art throughout the country. Japan 最高！！！
Classic Only in Japan... This reminded me of when I watched the first videos! :D
You certainly have fun! Many people wouldn't even care about manhole covers in a city but you give us the chance to pay attention to the details. I am a total fan of your videos. Greetings from Barcelona province in Spain. Keep on showing us the beauty of Japan.
REALLY? John, like I needed something else to obsess about when I eventually go to Japan. Also, now I'm searching for manhole cover card's to import. Keep up the great videos John, really appreciate your hard work put into these.
Cool, I didn't know this was a thing! Learn something new every day :)
I'm so glad that I'm not alone in my love of Japan's manholes! I'm actually getting a modified Tokyo sakura manhole cover as a tattoo--I love it so much!
Your videos keep improving in quality. Each one goes a little further. Color me impressed and jealous of your lifestyle. Keep it up John!
Let me just say that I found this channel by coincidence (probably because I like Japanese culture and had looked at related videos before) a few years ago. And I have to date not found a video you've made that hasn't been entertaining in some way, shape or form. Of course there are some I like more than others, but even those I like the least, I still enjoy, while also knowing that someone else might find those as their favorites :)
I just felt like I should leave you a message, since you have given me so much entertainment, education and insight for free for a long time. So thank you very much and know that I really, deeply appreciate the work you put into every upload.
Andreas from Denmark
Beautiful and informative! Another item to add to my Japan travel bucket list!
So good! More and more Japan keeps me amazed! Good job, by the way!
This is one of my favourite episodes, I come back and rewatch it sometimes. If I lived in japan, or even just visited, I would be a manhole-er! It’s such a cool niche interest, I never ever thought man holes would pique my interest, but I’ve found that through a lot of your videos, I’ve learned to appreciate and love things I wouldn’t even think twice about. I adore that you’re shining light upon things like this, so keep up the great work, John, and thank you as always!
This was one of our favorite surprises when we visited Japan. At first we were just impressed that the manhole covers were decorative. It took visiting a few different cities for us to realize different areas had their own design.
Awesome show, just binges watching your show, cannot wait for your next project, matane
that is really nice. this whole manhole "phenomenom" in japan is really good for people who work around manholes. it gives them not only something pretty to look at when they go down there, but something to be interested in. it is not just the "disgusting" job other countries have.
I love this show
This is an awesome idea, I'm not at all surprised there's even a Manhole spotting group, Kudos to Japan.
Another great video John! I'm very grateful for the time and effort you put into these because they're a blast to watch and always very informational
I always wonder how you get permission to all the places you visit as factories is not easy that they allow it but that what makes your channel interesting you go deeper into the history in Japan and show us the uniqueness in a different perspective.
I called them and told them about my show, my plan to film and they said yes :) it was super amazing to get that tour for a day. Really appreciate foundry and the metalmaking process now. -john
ONLY in JAPAN Totally agree! It was so cool!
I'm always amazed at the quality of your films. Just as good and often better than the ones we see on TV.
Of all your videos. I love this one the most. Japanese love and care into their craft in something special.
Great episode. Love watching your videos, Thank You for bringing these to us.
I love this show so glad that I stumble this show . Japan is on my bucket list.
I love how japan try to include art for everything. I wish other country did the same.
only in Japan is now one of my favorite channels beautiful people, culture,art,and history really want to go there someday
Thank you for another awesome and informative episode of "ONLY in JAPAN"!!!
This was a legit "how it's made" episode...but so much better!!! Great info and details about these incredible manhole covers
You managed to make a prosaic topic interesting, thanks John!
Amazing and informative as always!! Thanks for sharing... =)
Manhole covers are truely something you shouldn't ignore when you travel to Japan! Every place has its own design. In Yokohama you can even find one with Pikachu on it!
Another awesome vlog. Very interesting and very beautiful.
Great video!!! so beautiful and crazy thanks john for other nice japan experience.
Wow, I Think It's Very Unique And Different, Japanese Are Very Creative
You make great vids. Always informative and educational. Love this one too.
I'm watching a 14 minute video about manhole covers.. My life has gone downhill.
Punk Party MANHOLES!!!! Lol
Alan Smithee Emmmmm the cringe is real
Didn't expect him to actually reply.. haha
John is very active on his social media accounts and I see him reply to people often
James W I knew he was active, just didn't expect it
These videos are always worth the wait.
Another spectacular video! Your passion for Japanese culture really stands out in one, John. :D
Nice to see a country really appreciate and even re-create such as a manhole while in my country nobody even cares about those, or anything! Love your videos!!!
love your channel, your videos are amazing. Learned so many new things from this video, I can't wait to see the next one.
I dont care what this episodes about I'm just happy theres a new one!
this episode is the the best one so far I like.. very meaningful and full of Japanese culture.. Great job..
Hoping to see more, revealing regular Japanese life than tourist route.
I just came from the Only in Japan Instagram post. Thank you so much for another informative and enjoyable video! These manhole designs are fascinating!
Hi Daniel!! You're very welcome and so happy you stopped by to write here :) -john
Another awesome video. This channel never disappoints!
really great episode. thank you for the good stuff. awesome work
"And something that is truly - ONLY in Japan", this gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and brought tears to my eyes, I don't know why. It really sounded like the conclusion of this series.
TheNoisyBoyz Please don't say that. I don't this Channel to ever die
Great work John! I'm so impressed by your productions.
This is awesome. Such a creative way of making people aware of something so simple as a manhole. I totally want to collect those cards now haha. Great video! Btw, I came from the Only In Japan Instagram :) Cheers from Venezuela!
Gabriela Hiroko Silva thank you Gabriela!! So glad to hear from you here :) I know!! I have to stop by more often to get more cards! I have a small stack after traveling around from this trip. Haha!! Appreciate you taking the time to write me. ⛩ John
Fabulous video! Thank you, John!
Nice man, looking forward to the next episode!
Thank you so much for these amazing videos! I am actually heading to
Japan next week, for at least one month, and would love to collaborate if
you are interested!
Went to Japan a couple of weeks ago and noticed the drain covers, my favourite was Fujiyoshida and Osaka was pretty cool.
Thanks for your great channel. I enjoy watching all episodes.
At my stay last year I was impressed in this Manhole Art. I was totally crazy in finding always new ones.
Thanks for reminding me and I will enjoy my little collection of this photos again.
I look forward to learn more about Japan on your channel. Thanks
We watch your videos as a family when the come out. I really enjoy all your efforts in your videos. Really fun to watch.
Japan 🇯🇵 is a huge country filled with wonders and hard workers, I often wonder what they do for fun...there’s history, culture and traditions...those manhole 🕳 are complex as they are beautiful
John, your videos are addictive and your country amazing! Love from India 🇮🇳
Wow, learn something new everyday. I have lived in Japan for 6+ years and never knew manholes had such a cult following.
Manholers! Journal of Sewage! DRAINSPOTTING! This may well be your finest episode.
Great 👍 video
Really Japan 🇯🇵 is best
one of the best of your video, John!
Came here immediately from the Only in Japan Instagram page! I'm always so excited when you upload. I can't get enough of your channel; your content and personality are just so captivating and uplifting. Every day you upload is a good day. Keep doing what you're doing and making great content!
Hi Ross!! THANK YOU for coming from Instagram and commenting here :) I'm already working on the next video (while eating lunch) GO go Go! -john
awesome video as always! love your dedication, keep up the good work! can't wait to watch the upcoming videos 😍
So educational! Great video as always John :)
I enjoyed how you put this video together from doing stops at a lot of your former locations. Very well played.
Only in Japan channel always the best 👍
You spend so much work and time in your vodeos its incredible! I love your vodeos!
Always so excited when I see a new video! If I ever make it over to Japan, I hope I could meet up with you for a drink, cause you sure deserve at least that as a token of appreciation for all your awesome teaching. Thank you and keep up the great work!
I loved this video! I noticed the manhole cover art last September when I was in Japan. The next time I go I will definitely keep a look out for more :). Thank you for a great video! Keep up the fantastic work.
I am soo glad this video is finally up,, I have been waiting ,, lol yay love the videos you post.
Beautifully done! Such a unique topic and very interesting to watch!
I live in Osaka and will need to keep my eyes out next time to see the Osaka castle!
On a hot day pour pancake batter over the manhole.....tah dah u get a manhole pancake
William Hoang woah! I GOT to see THAT!!
Don't want a pancake that tastes of manhole
ONLY in JAPAN when normal pancakes are too basic lol
Ewwwww
There actually is an episode from Knight Scoop where they do this
New to your channel, glad I came across it. Very well made videos - well presented and information packed. Please keep them coming :)
wow, it takes a lot of time to make this video. taking picture of so many manholes throughout Japan..
I really appreciate your dedication to your video qualities, and that's why I love ONLY in JAPAN for sure :)
Muhammad Nurul Fajri it was a long road but I'll glad I took it :) and I'm glad you liked this episode! Thank you! -John
Excellent video, you are getting better and better.
I found this alot more interesting than I had assumed. good work!
OMG!!! I loved ❤️this episode! When we traveled to Japan (Tokyo) in 2014 I noticed the covers and took pictures of the different ones and my family thought I was crazy 😜 I took more pictures in 2018 when we traveled to the Kansai (I have the Osaka castle one that’s on this episode) area! Now I want to go back to Japan and get those cards, and take more pictures! Mahalo!❤️🤙🏼😁
John back at it again with them awesome high quality videos
Extremely impressed by this video. Surprised that something that I didn't think would be that interesting ended up being one of my favorite videos of yours. Also I laughed out loud at "drainspotting" tag.
-Tyler
This was really interesting! I never knew japan had this at all. Its totally like a trading card game. very cool stuff John. You deserve so many more subs for your work!
Wow, artistic manholes! Japan always amazes me. Hope to visit Japan sometime, it's so different and interesting. Greetings from Colombia to John and to all Japan followers!
liz masang hello from Tokyo and thank you!! ⛩ John