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normally you have the worker in the series go home afterwork and see what they do before they sleep, like seeing what interests,hobbies, activities they do when going home from work. Why did you cut this part?!?!?!
@@Troonielicious The average train conductor gross salary in Japan is ¥4,633,129 or an equivalent hourly rate of ¥2,227. In addition, they earn an average bonus of ¥86,176. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Japan. An entry level train conductor (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of ¥3,374,478. On the other end, a senior level train conductor (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of ¥5,666,487.
As a Train Driver in the UK, I cannot express how massive of a deal it is for the president of the company to also be a Driver as well. I cannot applaud it enough, I want to hug that man.
As someone working for the largest Dutch train company, I think it's amazing! Obviously the trains in the video are more of a traditional/tourist type service with relatively few passengers, but still!
A quick note. This train company CHOSHI DENTETSU is a very local and small and has been likely to go bankrupt for the last 30 years or more because of decreasing population and declining local economy. That president was a former consultant of the company and he has decided to manage by himself 10 years ago, by not only cost cutting but trying to increase fans. He tried everything. His obtaining drivers license was not only pleasant news but also cost cutting. Though it's a very small business in a remote area, its popularity is on nationwide and has lots of fans now. Rice crackers at 08:44 is one of successful marketing. The fans, who never been there, help the company financially by ordering the crackers online. The company is now profit for two consecutive years.
A small business. I guess that‘s then not so unusual. It isn’t one of those huge corporations. But I‘d love to see the CEO of Network Rail or Northern go out and join the crews!
Low key. Ultra professional. Highly organized. Very standardized and structured. He likes his routine and has a sense of order. It’s a perfect job for him and he’s proud to be doing it.
Accustomed to the Dark And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil. -John 3:19- English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.” What can one person do? A lot. The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire. And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire. Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation. But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” (Esther 4:13-14) In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference. You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14) We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark. But a little light can go a long way. After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive. That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God” (Acts 26:18) We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can. You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
@@monsterchoon You might take the job ... but 8am to 10pm ?? And do you have the OCD punctilious obsession to detail, respect for colleagues & passengers ... he fits like a glove there. Wonder if he's had to confront fare-dodgers (maybe not a thing in super-honest Japan, aside from Western tourists) & how he coped with that
As a train driver from London, I'm absolutely fascinated by his role. It's a very unique situation he's in. He's not just a conductor. He is also: 1. Signaller 2. Station Master 3. Platform Dispatcher 4. Ticket Office / Customer Service 5. Retail Staff All of which would be different positions here - and what a long shift too! He obviously loves his job. Good on him!
His company only has two ancient trains, one of which they only run for half the day. And they apparently have only one destination with a single ticket price for the whole line. They were struggling and managed to get back in the black by selling rice crackers. And did you see the CEO, who also drives for at least part of his day, boasting that his trains only go 12 miles per hour? It's an amusement park ride for tourists. There can't be more than a dozen employees working there at any given moment, so it shouldn't be surprising he has to wear a lot of hats. What I'm wondering is what do they do when their trains break down? You have to sell a lot of rice crackers to pay for a train engine rebuild.
This dude is a perfectionist. Cooks for himself and doesn’t eat convenience store food or at restaurants like we see in many videos. Very clean uniform that is clearly ironed well. Uses a ruler to mark an X on a ticket. Doesn’t just make quick coffee, but brews using a pour over. His apartment was also very tidy. Seems like a strapping young fella some girl’s mom would love for their daughter to bring home.
He would be. But If only we lived in those days where a modest job and good work ethics were enough. Dating is hard in Japan as well as the Developed world.
@@tkmr15 I lived 5 years in Osaka. I know very well how is the real life in Japan too. Japan give you the neccesary for living yes... but do not expect live better than in another countries... the work enviroment and the not social life finally destroy every one. Now in Europe again I am really happy again. Feel my life in less presure and with good social life, free time etc... more healthy.
There's no better TH-cam series than the "day in a life" . The joy I get when I see these uploads are unmatched, currently 2am in South Africa perfect time to watch🥺🤣
Your comment made me realize South Africa and Switzerland (as well as a good chunk of Europe) share the exact same timezone. I didn't expect that honestly^^
I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone so perfectly matched with their work. He loves it and it seems the perfect work for his personality. It’s really awesome to see and made me really try to enjoy the small stuff I enjoy at my job.
I am a chief train conductor in Germany so this was SO interesting to me! I work for long distance trains but used to work for local trains. I prefer my job now - but if my stations would be that cute I wouldn‘t care to work for local trains again. 😍✨
Thank you for your work! I'm commuting 1.5 hours by train three to four days a week on a very busy line, and your colleagues are always so friendly and helpful. Many people appreciate your work, be it on the regional or Fernverkehr Netz! Good job!
There's something very charming seeing the behind the scenes of a railway conductor and their workspaces in the inaka. It's nice that they kept all those thank you letters from children visiting the station too. People seem way more relaxed out there.
Accustomed to the Dark And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil. -John 3:19- English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.” What can one person do? A lot. The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire. And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire. Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation. But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” (Esther 4:13-14) In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference. You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14) We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark. But a little light can go a long way. After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive. That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God” (Acts 26:18) We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can. You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
My goodness not even one minute in and I can already tell that this man is incredibly detail oriented and organized. The perfect traits for a train conductor, I bet he’s never been late to work.
@@jjandorliadulthat’s so weird to hear. I thought German trains would be similar to Japanese in terms of efficiency. Germany has a reputation of efficiency and engineering. At least that’s what I thought.
@@JnoPrds The most difficult thing is to get anywhere in time when going by train. lol German punctuality really is a myth when it comes to Deutsche Bahn trains. Japan's train service is outstanding in that regard.
I love the fact that in a highly modern and digitalized country such as Japan there's still a place for tradition and an "old school", laid-back style of living. Charming!
Japan is really a mix of the two. For example.they develop newest technologies but still preffer cash. I also liked the anime-style drawings in the train.
Accustomed to the Dark And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil. -John 3:19- English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.” What can one person do? A lot. The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire. And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire. Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation. But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” (Esther 4:13-14) In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference. You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14) We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark. But a little light can go a long way. After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive. That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God” (Acts 26:18) We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can. You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
I am from a part of America that does not have a lot of money. It makes me happy to see people proud of the work they do even if the floor concrete is old and the cabinet doors are worn. This may not be a shinkansen, but they get the job done with dignity.
@@ivvan497 the Deutsche Bahn is almost nothing more than a big meme. Especially the bigger routes in Germany are always delayed. Meanwhile prices are ridiculous on direct tours. Unless you "have to" ride the train, you only pick it if you don't really care if you are on time.
@@ivvan497 i actually don't know the specific reasons, it's a bunch of stuff. railways were shut down, direct connections got gutted and were replaced with connections where you need to switch your train multiple times, costs per tickets did rise no matter where or when... and because of the bad availability of trains they also started to get more and more delayed due to some other trains blocking a station for longer than anticipated and stuff like that. it really just is the worst public transport option we have right now, but since Deutsche Bahn is pretty much a monopoly with veeeeery little to no competitors.
@@Deppie_____Yes, is a long shift, but he looks to enjoy it. I would say is a situation where he doesn't work for 14 hours, he do something he is passionate for 14 hours and get pay for it.
I love how passionate he seems about his job, even though he's so quiet and calm. I also love the charm of these electric railways, especially those in the countryside. I rode on one a few years ago as I travelled across the Japanese countryside, and I felt a strange sense of nostalgia even though I didn't grow up in Japan. I can see why people develop an affection for these railways.
Accustomed to the Dark And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil. -John 3:19- English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.” What can one person do? A lot. The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire. And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire. Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation. But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” (Esther 4:13-14) In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference. You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14) We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark. But a little light can go a long way. After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive. That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God” (Acts 26:18) We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can. You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
@@yaaowusu3261 It’s ironic really, especially since Japan has contributed to so much in regards to technological advances in the last 75 years; with Tokyo being still seen as the “Future City Of The World” by so many. Honestly though, I think it’s great that some towns are “stuck in the past”. As long as there are the basic necessities [Read: Air Conditioning and internet for example], the more “simple life” these locales offer is an added value for many. Not everyone was made to be in such chaotic environments; such as Tokyo/NY/London, and we definitely don’t need to consume as much information on a daily basis as we already do. It’s been proven time and time again that the effects that has on your overall mental well being is quite harsh for the vast majority of the population. I think these towns can serve as respites for when life becomes too messy and you need a break. While some will stay forever, others can move on after having been “recharged” so to speak, haha. Life being about balance above all else as it always has been proves that there is RARELY one way to do something, and that everything about this thing called life is different for each and everyone at different times.
I literally went OOOOH because that is such a good suggestion. Would love to learn more about baseball culture in Japan. Might be difficult to film though if it's around children.
In order to overcome the management crisis, Choshi Dentetsu not only sold wet rice crackers, but also launched a series of outlandish strategies, which often became the talk of the town throughout Japan. The wide variety of goods shown in various parts of the video are a testimony to this. Recently, it was also announced that a new used car would be introduced.
A lot of Japan's rural railways have been closed, or are at risk of being closed. I encourage everyone visiting Japan whether as a tourist or working, to take as many of these kinds of train trips as possible. It might not be enough to save them, but at least you will have the experience :)
That;s why the UK railways closed half of its network during the Beeching cuts from the 1950s as train travel has declined. It has since returned to the pre 1950s stage but will half the network closed so our railways are now twice as busy. It also made it into the private sector from 1995.
Like in so many parts of the world. Here in the UK and also in Germany where I'm originally from. My hometown's station was closed over 30 years ago and the closest mainline station is 25km away so whenever I'm visiting from abroad one of my parents needs to pick me up with their car.
I can see from cab view videos the Japanese care a lot about their railways, lots of time you see people taking pictures or video. I hope being able to experience at least a couple of the most interesting ones, but it will take a few years more before I will be able to go there. For example the northern part of the Geibi line Miyoshi to Niimi, the west coast of Shikoku but there are so many.
I really like these day in the life videos because no job is discriminated. Every job he covers has it's own charm and embodies the passionate spirit of those who choose it. It's really affirming to how work can be worthwhile when done right!
The "Day in the life Series" has always been a favorite of mine and this episode ranks way up there. I am a somewhat cynical old man (late 50s) living in today's fast paced world. To see a train line being operated with heart, care and dedication reminded me of the much simpler times of my childhood. Thank you Paolo!
Love how Japan keeps their services working in an impecable way even when they are not modernized, shows a huge amount of respect to tradition and society in general. The president of the company drives a train too and work side by side with his employees? What an amazing human being. Great vid Paolo!!
@@abckenshin3825the world where for train control you have to phone ahead to the next station to tell them that the train is coming, have somebody manually change the track junction by hand, manually check the train going through is correct and allowed, giving them a big metal piece to let them know they can pass, write down which trains are or aren’t in the area on paper on a pin on a 1960s circuit board. It’s quaint and cute, but nothing in this video is remotely modernised except the filming. Japan is absolutely an advanced and developed country but in a lot of ways it holds on to its more traditional and antiquated practices and roots. One could say the same about how in Germany, most government and official business offices still use fax to communicate documents instead of email.
Takaya is such a charming guy! His passion for his work is palpable! Using a ruler to form straight lines even if it's not mandatory is the level of precision I aspire to have! 😁 It's so fascinating to see glimpses of lives in more suburban, slow-paced areas of Japan! It felt relaxing! Good job Paolo! This video is awesome!
Takaiya is such a sweet and humble man but boy he is so disciplined as well - I just want to give him a big hug for all the hard work he does. No doubt he'll be driving trains soon :)!
YES! Not just day in a life of is back, but also the original "wake up music". I was so sad when it was gone in the previous episodes, but now it is back and I can start humming to it again
He’s such a happy and thoughtful person. From picking up litter around the tracks to making lunch for himself and sharing with his colleagues. The wholesomeness of this video overflows.
This is such a great episode, I really liked it. He was so humble and I really like the more quiet people who just enjoy their life, they're fulfilled in what they do.
One thing I love about these day in the life videos is the fact that Japanese do not leave things to chance. They are very exact and important tasks are double checked. I wish things were more like this in the US, especially when it concerns people's safety.
You can tell from his body language and his smile that he absolutely love his work. The whole train company, the train, the building, the aesthetics, the lifestyle is so quaint that I absolutely think its the perfect setting for an Iyashikei anime. I am waiting for my slice of life anime based on this show... and our boy most likely have to be replaced by a cute girl.
Basically it’s the difference between countryside small railway companies who have no budget to upgrade their system and the large and very busy and profitable urban rail lines, who all use state of the art systems (automatic train control etc)
I wouldn't say that's a country that embraces technology, especially not on the business side of things. Do you know most Japanese still prefer Fax machines over email and PDF? It is still required to use personal stamps (physical stamps with your name on them and press them with ink) for identification instead of digital signatures, etc. Japan is not a country that embraces technology, it is just a country that invents some of the technology and has some sci-fi vibes. In fact, a lot of weird Japanese technology focuses on recreating the non-tech feeling and pretty much reinventing wheels sometimes. Really backward in many cases.
@@hiddenbunny7205 “personal stamps […] instead of digital signatures” I would argue that a physical stamp-which is registered with the government, so there’s an official reference-is still better than whatever we Americans scrawl with pen on paper or finger on touchscreen. What kind of stupid authorization token is that? Especially with touchscreens-most people I know can barely make a finger signature resemble their pen ones.
It's acknowledged they make very little money and passengers are never going to dramatically increase so the options to optimize efficiency really isn't that much to be gained with the cost of expensive new systems and the cost of maintaining such things. Stick with what works.
Just a few weeks ago the national government made an intriguing announcement that caught the eye of foreign media outlets such as the BBC. Which has a long, & ongoing tradition of eagerly reporting on ‘quirky Japan’. Usage of floppy discs in local government/ municipal offices was declared to be at an end. Officially. However, those of us who live here know full well what to expect the next time we might need to visit a ward office😊…..
I absolutely adored this video! You really captured the feeling of working in such a quaint profession. I want to buy many soft rice cakes to keep this railway in business.
I can't believe it is in Japan. It is like in Czech Repbublic in 80's & 90's. I like to remember when I was child visiting my father's dispatcher office. I was playing with cardboard tickets and stamps. What is really interesting that so young Japanese guy does that job. Thx for video it's awesome!
Seeing how the old school trains are operated is so interesting! Just looking at the cards getting crossed and tickets getting punched just gives a sense of nostalgia. I appreciate how the old trains ate still being used and maintained in Japan.
As many others have also commented this is really one of the best from a day in the life series. So impressive to see how dedicated and passionate Takaiya is in work. Japanese people have an incredible unmatched work ethic. Wish him and the railway all the very best and thanks for sharing this endearing story.
First time commenting here. I recently returned from vacation in Japan and was very impressed with the railway and subway system. And a regular follower I really appreciate this episode
Oh my God, i can watch this video 6 million times dude. you did an awesome job here. Takaya is a cool dude, very humble, educated and just freaking awesome. I love this. Paolo thank you for this awesome video bro!!!
I’ve watched hundreds of hours of videos of Japanese trains running through the countryside from an upfront perspective, stopping at all these kinds of stations, and I’ve always wondered what they were like inside, and now I know. This kind and detail-oriented gentlemen is well set on his career path in a job he loves. Good luck!
@@Diemotherdiefather You can use “Japanese train rides” as a search term or something similar and probably find hundreds of them from all around the country. Hope that helps.
His perseverance and sheer passion for his job is such a joy to watch. What an inspiration! Keep going young man! Thanks Paolo, I really enjoy this one so much 😊
Loved this one! I’m so glad to see enthusiasts of the old and slow trains. Takaya and everyone seem to enjoy their job and it just seemed so peaceful and relaxing versus the city.
I really admire the Japanese for treating their rail industry with the sincerity it deserves. Takaiya’s professionalism and thoughtfulness is an example to Railwaymen all over the world. Paolo what a brilliant host you are, suitably sincere letting the staff and subject matter speak for itself, you have earned a subscription.
This has been one of my favourite ‘day in the life’ videos so far. I love the pride that all the staff show for their job and the rail line as a whole, the fact that the president is also a driver is brilliant, I would imagine there’s a close and friendly atmosphere between the staff. It’s fantastic that this line has been operating for 100 years so far, long may that continue. I love the station buildings and the classic look of the train itself too, such care to look after everything is very evident. Thank you for sharing this excellent video with everyone Paolo, best wishes to you, Maiko and Wolfy
I want to be a conductor. the hats are cool. It’s nice how he makes his own lunch every day. hes cool. i want to live in a slow countryside with old trains. not a huge fan of electronics and super futuristic. I love this day in a life. Thank you
Takaya-San is such a great model for an ikigai life. Good at his job and really enjoys it, and it seems like his customers appreciate his work ethic. What a wonderful video 😌
I just wanted to let you know your videos helped me so much during my Covid infection it helped me stay calm and positive thank you for the content Paolo!
Thank you for this nice video! I once visited Choshi and also had a ride with them. Unfortunately it was a rainy day but I still managed to take some pictures with their staff and trains. As a train driver myself I really like their company and I hope despite all hardships they will continue to operate for a long time.
Dang! Having been to Japan, we would like to visit that station on our next trip! Thank you for sharing this! The focus, dedication and attention to detail is really amazing! We appreciate all the people or Japan and look forward to our next visit!
This is literally why japans trains are so great, because people like this are running the system And its insanely well run, its clean, well organised, and well coordinated and everyone communicates well Train companies around the world wish they could be this good
This was a fascinating video, as Freight Conductor in the USA, I found this very informative, to learn how other railroads operate around the world. Thanks for the great work, hope to see more Railroad videos in the future.
I'm surprised and pleased to see that all of Japan hasn't been assimilated into the high tech world. It's satisfying to see that Choshi Den-tetsu still remains a smaller "analog" system geared towards the supporting community. Mr. Takaya is very impressive.
These 'day in the life' videos are incredible! The overall energy of your videos are so cheery, motivating, and uplifting. And it has given many a glimpse into the japanese lifestyle. Very cool!
This really confirms that happiness is a state of mind. It always makes me curious how most Japanese people are happy despite the simple life/simple job/simple routine. Sometime we get bogged own with so much noise around us that we lose perspective of true and genuine happiness.
This dude is insanely organized and strict in his lifestyle- especially for a 23 year old. I’ve seen the city side of Japan, but to witness a very calm and relaxed town side of Japan is quite relaxing. I’ll admit I don’t think I could get used to the way those people live, but a visit every know and then to towns like that would be nice.
I work as a train dispatcher in Germany for Deutsche Bahn and it was very interesting to see how the two systems are similar, e.g. the block system with the train. I liked the video, please do more. The Japanese train system is very popular all over the world.
I love these day in the life. Could you do a day in the life of a police officer, a pet store, realtor, lawyer, or a zoo keeper in Japan? Live these videos. They are always fun, informative, great pace and well edited. 😊 thank you and your family for your consistency in publishing. 🎉
I love Japan, I love trains and I love the Day in the Life series!!! So this was my favourite!!! Choshi Dentetsu should sell merchandising overseas and I'm sure many of us would support them. Thanks for another wonderful video, Paolo!! ❤
Amazing the amount of responsibility, duties, skills required to perform accurately all the details this job demands. Excellent content. Congratulations!
It's so nice to learn that he worked hard to be comfortable interacting with passengers. As someone who grew up with a lot of social anxiety and felt like it limited my career choices, I find that very inspiring!
he seems like a lovely guy who cares about any and all people he encounters in his day. A great inspiration for incredible service! I wish him the best.
This one is so heartwarming, he seems like a great guy, neat, accurate, dedicated and loyal, and what a lovely little train station. One of the best 'Day in the Life' to date.
I was hoping you’d cover this job. I used to do some railroading here in the states and the way things are ran differently in Japan when compared to the US always fascinated me
Your series inspired me to visit Japan. I just came back from two week trip where I visited Tokyo , Osaka & Kyoto. Honestly Japan is by far the most beautiful country Ive ever seen. From culture to food to people. Japan stands alone
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❤❤ ibaraki not sure if I spell right but great prefecture to me amazing foods there also I've been seeing
You should do day in the life of Japanese farmer or crop farmer
Please do a video about Yasuho again from SAGAWA?
that girl was cute and fine... DAMNNNNN
normally you have the worker in the series go home afterwork and see what they do before they sleep, like seeing what interests,hobbies, activities they do when going home from work. Why did you cut this part?!?!?!
He's a quiet and reserved guy, but you can tell he loves his job and is happy with his life! Good for him!
I love that kind of environment where everyone is calm and friendly, it felt like a village 😊
They better pay good too lol otherwise I’m out
@@Troonielicious The average train conductor gross salary in Japan is ¥4,633,129 or an equivalent hourly rate of ¥2,227. In addition, they earn an average bonus of ¥86,176. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Japan. An entry level train conductor (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of ¥3,374,478. On the other end, a senior level train conductor (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of ¥5,666,487.
@@Troonieliciousbabyboy be working 12 hour shifts 💀💀💀 japan is a mess
many who have much more, are less happy.
As a Train Driver in the UK, I cannot express how massive of a deal it is for the president of the company to also be a Driver as well. I cannot applaud it enough, I want to hug that man.
As someone working for the largest Dutch train company, I think it's amazing! Obviously the trains in the video are more of a traditional/tourist type service with relatively few passengers, but still!
A quick note.
This train company CHOSHI DENTETSU is a very local and small and has been likely to go bankrupt for the last 30 years or more because of decreasing population and declining local economy.
That president was a former consultant of the company and he has decided to manage by himself 10 years ago, by not only cost cutting but trying to increase fans.
He tried everything.
His obtaining drivers license was not only pleasant news but also cost cutting.
Though it's a very small business in a remote area, its popularity is on nationwide and has lots of fans now.
Rice crackers at 08:44 is one of successful marketing. The fans, who never been there, help the company financially by ordering the crackers online.
The company is now profit for two consecutive years.
aren't you on strike 200 days of the year lmao
Its a tiny tourist railway with 2 ancient trains. Its pretty expected that the boss is a weirdo who loves trains.
A small business. I guess that‘s then not so unusual.
It isn’t one of those huge corporations.
But I‘d love to see the CEO of Network Rail or Northern go out and join the crews!
Low key. Ultra professional. Highly organized. Very standardized and structured.
He likes his routine and has a sense of order.
It’s a perfect job for him and he’s proud to be doing it.
Accustomed to the Dark
And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.
-John 3:19-
English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.”
What can one person do?
A lot.
The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire.
And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire.
Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation.
But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:13-14)
In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference.
You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden”
(Matthew 5:14)
We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark.
But a little light can go a long way.
After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive.
That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God”
(Acts 26:18)
We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can.
You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
I would take that job in a heartbeat
@@monsterchoon You might take the job ... but 8am to 10pm ?? And do you have the OCD punctilious obsession to detail, respect for colleagues & passengers ... he fits like a glove there. Wonder if he's had to confront fare-dodgers (maybe not a thing in super-honest Japan, aside from Western tourists) & how he coped with that
thats why suicide rate is so high. His smile is named Tatemae.
@@aru8302Japan Suicide Rate is Less Than USA And Europe in 2023
His attitude makes his job look so cool
As a train driver from London, I'm absolutely fascinated by his role. It's a very unique situation he's in. He's not just a conductor. He is also:
1. Signaller
2. Station Master
3. Platform Dispatcher
4. Ticket Office / Customer Service
5. Retail Staff
All of which would be different positions here - and what a long shift too! He obviously loves his job. Good on him!
about 10 hour shift. I worked 10 hours before when I worked for amazon
8am to 10pm. Thats 14 hours bro. 14 hours of being meticulous is next lvl dedication
@@adirubaei6591 True. but the 2h break and only working everyother day seems like a good solution for the long shift :)
His company only has two ancient trains, one of which they only run for half the day. And they apparently have only one destination with a single ticket price for the whole line. They were struggling and managed to get back in the black by selling rice crackers. And did you see the CEO, who also drives for at least part of his day, boasting that his trains only go 12 miles per hour?
It's an amusement park ride for tourists. There can't be more than a dozen employees working there at any given moment, so it shouldn't be surprising he has to wear a lot of hats.
What I'm wondering is what do they do when their trains break down? You have to sell a lot of rice crackers to pay for a train engine rebuild.
But did you catch that he "only" works every other day?
That's pretty neat!
This dude is a perfectionist. Cooks for himself and doesn’t eat convenience store food or at restaurants like we see in many videos. Very clean uniform that is clearly ironed well. Uses a ruler to mark an X on a ticket. Doesn’t just make quick coffee, but brews using a pour over. His apartment was also very tidy.
Seems like a strapping young fella some girl’s mom would love for their daughter to bring home.
He would be. But If only we lived in those days where a modest job and good work ethics were enough. Dating is hard in Japan as well as the Developed world.
@@lordkent8143 Did you just say Japan isn't part of the developed world? lol
@@laplace38 and their salaries not even in the top 20 being so expensive country xD
@@satanic6780 I am a low income earner in Japan. Even I am given enough salary to live a prosperous life in a peaceful and clean country.
@@tkmr15 I lived 5 years in Osaka. I know very well how is the real life in Japan too. Japan give you the neccesary for living yes... but do not expect live better than in another countries... the work enviroment and the not social life finally destroy every one. Now in Europe again I am really happy again. Feel my life in less presure and with good social life, free time etc... more healthy.
i wish takaya were my train conductor! I love his passion for his work
Yeah his smiling the whole time
I’ll be your train conductor 😉
So how's working for the woke dems?
Wtf
Hi @TH-cam!
There's no better TH-cam series than the "day in a life" . The joy I get when I see these uploads are unmatched, currently 2am in South Africa perfect time to watch🥺🤣
Me too! It’s 07.30 am here in Thailand
i love them too!
Your comment made me realize South Africa and Switzerland (as well as a good chunk of Europe) share the exact same timezone. I didn't expect that honestly^^
@@krashme997 oh wow I didn't know that either lol,was not expecting that🤣
💯 best series EVER
I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone so perfectly matched with their work. He loves it and it seems the perfect work for his personality. It’s really awesome to see and made me really try to enjoy the small stuff I enjoy at my job.
I am a chief train conductor in Germany so this was SO interesting to me! I work for long distance trains but used to work for local trains. I prefer my job now - but if my stations would be that cute I wouldn‘t care to work for local trains again. 😍✨
Thank you for your work! I'm commuting 1.5 hours by train three to four days a week on a very busy line, and your colleagues are always so friendly and helpful.
Many people appreciate your work, be it on the regional or Fernverkehr Netz! Good job!
IF there still is a local train. My hometown's station was shut over 30 years ago and the closest Regionalbahn station is 25km away...
Oh thats nice
There's something very charming seeing the behind the scenes of a railway conductor and their workspaces in the inaka. It's nice that they kept all those thank you letters from children visiting the station too. People seem way more relaxed out there.
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Accustomed to the Dark
And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.
-John 3:19-
English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.”
What can one person do?
A lot.
The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire.
And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire.
Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation.
But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:13-14)
In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference.
You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden”
(Matthew 5:14)
We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark.
But a little light can go a long way.
After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive.
That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God”
(Acts 26:18)
We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can.
You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
My goodness not even one minute in and I can already tell that this man is incredibly detail oriented and organized.
The perfect traits for a train conductor, I bet he’s never been late to work.
I chuckled at the dedication when I saw his ruler guide for line drawing 🤣 His organization is his brand.
Can we import Japanese to Germany and have them fix our trains? German punctuality and organizing is a myth.
@@Chris-Moore501 he uses a rules coz there is no rule xD
@@jjandorliadulthat’s so weird to hear. I thought German trains would be similar to Japanese in terms of efficiency. Germany has a reputation of efficiency and engineering. At least that’s what I thought.
@@JnoPrds The most difficult thing is to get anywhere in time when going by train. lol German punctuality really is a myth when it comes to Deutsche Bahn trains. Japan's train service is outstanding in that regard.
I love the fact that in a highly modern and digitalized country such as Japan there's still a place for tradition and an "old school", laid-back style of living. Charming!
Japan is really a mix of the two. For example.they develop newest technologies but still preffer cash.
I also liked the anime-style drawings in the train.
Accustomed to the Dark
And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.
-John 3:19-
English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.”
What can one person do?
A lot.
The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire.
And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire.
Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation.
But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:13-14)
In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference.
You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden”
(Matthew 5:14)
We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark.
But a little light can go a long way.
After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive.
That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God”
(Acts 26:18)
We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can.
You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
'Highly modern and digitalized' is a 90s thing that lives on and I would not say it applies to Japan any longer.
Japan is "tradition and hard work".
I really appreciate the fact that he’s so young and still so suitable at where he works
This is the rural part of Japan though when most people think of Japan you only think of the city
As someone who is a bit lost in life right now. Thank you for this video.
What friendly people the Japanese are. It is a joy to watch them working and performing such a good job. Well done.
まさか完全密着シリーズに銚子電鉄が出てくるとは思わなかったので嬉しかったです。ありがとう。
自分もネットでいろいろ購入して応援しています。特に餃子が美味しいのです。
I am from a part of America that does not have a lot of money. It makes me happy to see people proud of the work they do even if the floor concrete is old and the cabinet doors are worn. This may not be a shinkansen, but they get the job done with dignity.
True. The place was oozing with culture, heritage, and fine traditions.
i throught whole america was rich
He's just joking. every American is a millionaire, its basic knowledge lol😆@@miko9091
@@miko9091not everywhere. Each country has rich, middle and poor areas in terms of wealth. ❤
❤
as a german i have a tear in my eye when i see how japanese trains are always on time. A thing we can only dream of
Bro, I always thought german trains were punctual. What happened in last 10-20 years?
@@ivvan497 the Deutsche Bahn is almost nothing more than a big meme. Especially the bigger routes in Germany are always delayed. Meanwhile prices are ridiculous on direct tours. Unless you "have to" ride the train, you only pick it if you don't really care if you are on time.
@@WasabiBird11 why did it become so bad?
@@ivvan497 i actually don't know the specific reasons, it's a bunch of stuff. railways were shut down, direct connections got gutted and were replaced with connections where you need to switch your train multiple times, costs per tickets did rise no matter where or when... and because of the bad availability of trains they also started to get more and more delayed due to some other trains blocking a station for longer than anticipated and stuff like that.
it really just is the worst public transport option we have right now, but since Deutsche Bahn is pretty much a monopoly with veeeeery little to no competitors.
@@WasabiBird11 i dont have experience with DB but I did ride a train from Zürich to Geneva and it was pretty nice, punctual and short.
His job seems very laidback and chill. Being a train conductor for a small town where everything is slower seems so nice. Everyone seems so friendly
14 hour workdays
@@Deppie_____Yes, is a long shift, but he looks to enjoy it.
I would say is a situation where he doesn't work for 14 hours, he do something he is passionate for 14 hours and get pay for it.
I love how passionate he seems about his job, even though he's so quiet and calm. I also love the charm of these electric railways, especially those in the countryside. I rode on one a few years ago as I travelled across the Japanese countryside, and I felt a strange sense of nostalgia even though I didn't grow up in Japan. I can see why people develop an affection for these railways.
Wow, that small town station really feels and looks like it's in a time warp from the past. Very nostalgic feeling.
yeh, it seems japan is still stuck in the past in case of technology
Accustomed to the Dark
And the judgment is based on this fact: God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.
-John 3:19-
English cleric William Farrar wrote, “I am only one, but I am one; I cannot do everything, but I can do something. What I can do, I ought to do. And what I ought to do, by the grace of God, I will do.”
What can one person do?
A lot.
The Bible tells the story of one woman who saved a nation. Esther may not have been the first woman people would have imagined for this assignment. After she won a beauty contest, she became queen in the Medo-Persian Empire.
And in that position of influence, Esther, who was Jewish, discovered that her people faced a serious threat. A wicked man named Haman had devised a plot to exterminate every Jewish person in the empire.
Esther considered appealing to King Xerxes on behalf of her people. But by doing so, she would be risking her own life. The king could have her executed for approaching him without his invitation.
But her cousin Mordecai sent her a message, which said, “Don’t think for a moment that because you’re in the palace you will escape when all other Jews are killed. If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:13-14)
In other words, “Esther, God doesn’t depend solely on you. But He can use you in a powerful way. Will you step up?” Esther did, and as a result, the Jewish people survived. One person made a difference.
You, too, can make a difference. So make the decision to be the godly representative that Jesus called you to be. He said, “You are the light of the world-like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden”
(Matthew 5:14)
We live in a dark world where people are comfortable in darkness. They have become accustomed to the dark.
But a little light can go a long way.
After the capture of the Bastille in 1789, a story emerged about a prisoner who had been confined to a dark, dingy dungeon for years. When he was released and led outside into the Paris sunlight, he begged to return to the prison. His eyes could not endure the sun’s brightness. His only desire was to die in the very darkness where he had been a captive.
That is how a lot of people are today. They live in darkness, and they are comfortable there. But the Bible says that when we come to Christ, we “turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God”
(Acts 26:18)
We need to shine the light of Jesus Christ into our dark world. We must take it seriously and seek to make a difference in our culture wherever we go, whenever we can.
You make a difference. You have a strategic and important part to play.
@@yaaowusu3261 It’s ironic really, especially since Japan has contributed to so much in regards to technological advances in the last 75 years; with Tokyo being still seen as the “Future City Of The World” by so many.
Honestly though, I think it’s great that some towns are “stuck in the past”.
As long as there are the basic necessities [Read: Air Conditioning and internet for example], the more “simple life” these locales offer is an added value for many.
Not everyone was made to be in such chaotic environments; such as Tokyo/NY/London, and we definitely don’t need to consume as much information on a daily basis as we already do.
It’s been proven time and time again that the effects that has on your overall mental well being is quite harsh for the vast majority of the population.
I think these towns can serve as respites for when life becomes too messy and you need a break. While some will stay forever, others can move on after having been “recharged” so to speak, haha.
Life being about balance above all else as it always has been proves that there is RARELY one way to do something, and that everything about this thing called life is different for each and everyone at different times.
this is one of the best series on youtube .Way to go paolo .
Please do a Day in a life of a baseball coach. High school or Little League. Baseball culture in Japan is super unique.
I hope Paolo reads this!
yeah i hope too, started to watch baseball because of chiba lotte clip in tiktok 😀
+1
I literally went OOOOH because that is such a good suggestion. Would love to learn more about baseball culture in Japan. Might be difficult to film though if it's around children.
yeah. this one, please Paolo!
Every time Takaya speaks you can see his joy coming through. This dude is having so much fun and really enjoys what he is doing.
In order to overcome the management crisis, Choshi Dentetsu not only sold wet rice crackers, but also launched a series of outlandish strategies, which often became the talk of the town throughout Japan.
The wide variety of goods shown in various parts of the video are a testimony to this.
Recently, it was also announced that a new used car would be introduced.
銚子電鉄は100年前に開業されたようですが、当時の趣きのままタイムスリップしたようなその場所で、今も若者が楽しく働いている事をとても嬉しく思う。
A lot of Japan's rural railways have been closed, or are at risk of being closed. I encourage everyone visiting Japan whether as a tourist or working, to take as many of these kinds of train trips as possible. It might not be enough to save them, but at least you will have the experience :)
That;s why the UK railways closed half of its network during the Beeching cuts from the 1950s as train travel has declined. It has since returned to the pre 1950s stage but will half the network closed so our railways are now twice as busy. It also made it into the private sector from 1995.
BUY YOUR LOCAL TRAIN COMPANY'S RICE CAKES!!!
Bring Gallium to make train broke for Johnny Somali
Like in so many parts of the world. Here in the UK and also in Germany where I'm originally from. My hometown's station was closed over 30 years ago and the closest mainline station is 25km away so whenever I'm visiting from abroad one of my parents needs to pick me up with their car.
I can see from cab view videos the Japanese care a lot about their railways, lots of time you see people taking pictures or video. I hope being able to experience at least a couple of the most interesting ones, but it will take a few years more before I will be able to go there. For example the northern part of the Geibi line Miyoshi to Niimi, the west coast of Shikoku but there are so many.
I really like these day in the life videos because no job is discriminated. Every job he covers has it's own charm and embodies the passionate spirit of those who choose it. It's really affirming to how work can be worthwhile when done right!
Dude loves his jobs and you can tell. He's so enthusiastic about his work that it brought a smile to my old face.
Japan shows us 2050 and 1950 in the same time.
The "Day in the life Series" has always been a favorite of mine and this episode ranks way up there. I am a somewhat cynical old man (late 50s) living in today's fast paced world. To see a train line being operated with heart, care and dedication reminded me of the much simpler times of my childhood. Thank you Paolo!
Love how Japan keeps their services working in an impecable way even when they are not modernized, shows a huge amount of respect to tradition and society in general. The president of the company drives a train too and work side by side with his employees? What an amazing human being. Great vid Paolo!!
Is Japan not modernized? What world are you talking about?
@@abckenshin3825the world where for train control you have to phone ahead to the next station to tell them that the train is coming, have somebody manually change the track junction by hand, manually check the train going through is correct and allowed, giving them a big metal piece to let them know they can pass, write down which trains are or aren’t in the area on paper on a pin on a 1960s circuit board.
It’s quaint and cute, but nothing in this video is remotely modernised except the filming.
Japan is absolutely an advanced and developed country but in a lot of ways it holds on to its more traditional and antiquated practices and roots. One could say the same about how in Germany, most government and official business offices still use fax to communicate documents instead of email.
Takaya is such a charming guy! His passion for his work is palpable! Using a ruler to form straight lines even if it's not mandatory is the level of precision I aspire to have! 😁
It's so fascinating to see glimpses of lives in more suburban, slow-paced areas of Japan! It felt relaxing! Good job Paolo! This video is awesome!
The passion for work is what I love about this series and most of Japan's documentaries
Probably the first slow pace job in Japan I've seen. Very nice working environment.
He's working hard, May God Bless him and the people around him.
Takaiya is such a sweet and humble man but boy he is so disciplined as well - I just want to give him a big hug for all the hard work he does. No doubt he'll be driving trains soon :)!
YES! Not just day in a life of is back, but also the original "wake up music". I was so sad when it was gone in the previous episodes, but now it is back and I can start humming to it again
He’s such a happy and thoughtful person. From picking up litter around the tracks to making lunch for himself and sharing with his colleagues. The wholesomeness of this video overflows.
He loves his job and I am amazed, at how Japanese are so disciplined and dedicated to the welfare of the customers. Very clean and nice simple place.
I couldn't stop smiling the entire video. Because in Germany, where I live, trains are often more than 10 minutes late!
Lol I know Germany is pretty bad with puntuality with trains but wait till you see the trains in England. Up to an hour late 😂
Finally a train related Day in the Life episode, been waiting years for this.
This is such a great episode, I really liked it. He was so humble and I really like the more quiet people who just enjoy their life, they're fulfilled in what they do.
I love that you can see that the dude rlly likes his job. He's always smiling when talking about it!
One thing I love about these day in the life videos is the fact that Japanese do not leave things to chance. They are very exact and important tasks are double checked. I wish things were more like this in the US, especially when it concerns people's safety.
You can tell from his body language and his smile that he absolutely love his work. The whole train company, the train, the building, the aesthetics, the lifestyle is so quaint that I absolutely think its the perfect setting for an Iyashikei anime.
I am waiting for my slice of life anime based on this show... and our boy most likely have to be replaced by a cute girl.
Amazed that a country that embraces technology in the extreme still values the old ways. Very cool show, Paolo!
Basically it’s the difference between countryside small railway companies who have no budget to upgrade their system and the large and very busy and profitable urban rail lines, who all use state of the art systems (automatic train control etc)
I wouldn't say that's a country that embraces technology, especially not on the business side of things. Do you know most Japanese still prefer Fax machines over email and PDF? It is still required to use personal stamps (physical stamps with your name on them and press them with ink) for identification instead of digital signatures, etc. Japan is not a country that embraces technology, it is just a country that invents some of the technology and has some sci-fi vibes. In fact, a lot of weird Japanese technology focuses on recreating the non-tech feeling and pretty much reinventing wheels sometimes. Really backward in many cases.
@@hiddenbunny7205 “personal stamps […] instead of digital signatures”
I would argue that a physical stamp-which is registered with the government, so there’s an official reference-is still better than whatever we Americans scrawl with pen on paper or finger on touchscreen. What kind of stupid authorization token is that? Especially with touchscreens-most people I know can barely make a finger signature resemble their pen ones.
It's acknowledged they make very little money and passengers are never going to dramatically increase so the options to optimize efficiency really isn't that much to be gained with the cost of expensive new systems and the cost of maintaining such things. Stick with what works.
Just a few weeks ago the national government made an intriguing announcement that caught the eye of foreign media outlets such as the BBC. Which has a long, & ongoing tradition of eagerly reporting on ‘quirky Japan’.
Usage of floppy discs in local government/ municipal offices was declared to be at an end.
Officially.
However, those of us who live here know full well what to expect the next time we might need to visit a ward office😊…..
Yay! A train-related Day in the life episode!🎉😊
Glad you like this one!
Took me a while to put this together
@@PaolofromTOKYOtrain & plane content are the best!
@@PaolofromTOKYOI'm obsessed with Japanese trains too thank you for doing this video
Best friends forever you guys! Bff's
I absolutely adored this video! You really captured the feeling of working in such a quaint profession. I want to buy many soft rice cakes to keep this railway in business.
I can't believe it is in Japan. It is like in Czech Repbublic in 80's & 90's. I like to remember when I was child visiting my father's dispatcher office. I was playing with cardboard tickets and stamps. What is really interesting that so young Japanese guy does that job. Thx for video it's awesome!
What a lovely young man 😊
Seeing how the old school trains are operated is so interesting! Just looking at the cards getting crossed and tickets getting punched just gives a sense of nostalgia. I appreciate how the old trains ate still being used and maintained in Japan.
His smile is infectious. We need more people like him. Love your videos, and the people you feature. Thank you!
As many others have also commented this is really one of the best from a day in the life series. So impressive to see how dedicated and passionate Takaiya is in work. Japanese people have an incredible unmatched work ethic. Wish him and the railway all the very best and thanks for sharing this endearing story.
out of all of the "Day in the Life" videos i watched so far, this train conductor seems like he really love his job
First time commenting here. I recently returned from vacation in Japan and was very impressed with the railway and subway system. And a regular follower I really appreciate this episode
your a good man
Oh my God, i can watch this video 6 million times dude. you did an awesome job here. Takaya is a cool dude, very humble, educated and just freaking awesome. I love this. Paolo thank you for this awesome video bro!!!
One of the rarest things in the world its seeing a train arriving late in japan.
Thanks for sharing with us paolo,god bless you!
he looks so happy with his job omg good for him
I love this program very much as i get to see how comman people live in Japan which i would have never got to know. Its so sweet.
I’ve watched hundreds of hours of videos of Japanese trains running through the countryside from an upfront perspective, stopping at all these kinds of stations, and I’ve always wondered what they were like inside, and now I know. This kind and detail-oriented gentlemen is well set on his career path in a job he loves. Good luck!
do you mind if i ask you to link me some of these videos? :)
@@Diemotherdiefather You can use “Japanese train rides” as a search term or something similar and probably find hundreds of them from all around the country. Hope that helps.
His perseverance and sheer passion for his job is such a joy to watch. What an inspiration! Keep going young man! Thanks Paolo, I really enjoy this one so much 😊
Loved this one! I’m so glad to see enthusiasts of the old and slow trains. Takaya and everyone seem to enjoy their job and it just seemed so peaceful and relaxing versus the city.
Honestly, loved this.
As someone who works in a factory in the UK I love seeing the more clearly working class videos in this series.
I really admire the Japanese for treating their rail industry with the sincerity it deserves. Takaiya’s professionalism and thoughtfulness is an example to Railwaymen all over the world.
Paolo what a brilliant host you are, suitably sincere letting the staff and subject matter speak for itself, you have earned a subscription.
This has been one of my favourite ‘day in the life’ videos so far. I love the pride that all the staff show for their job and the rail line as a whole, the fact that the president is also a driver is brilliant, I would imagine there’s a close and friendly atmosphere between the staff. It’s fantastic that this line has been operating for 100 years so far, long may that continue. I love the station buildings and the classic look of the train itself too, such care to look after everything is very evident. Thank you for sharing this excellent video with everyone Paolo, best wishes to you, Maiko and Wolfy
I want to be a conductor. the hats are cool. It’s nice how he makes his own lunch every day. hes cool. i want to live in a slow countryside with old trains. not a huge fan of electronics and super futuristic. I love this day in a life. Thank you
Takaya-San is such a great model for an ikigai life. Good at his job and really enjoys it, and it seems like his customers appreciate his work ethic. What a wonderful video 😌
He is so shyyyy🤭😂💕
Dude this guy is awesome. I love his enthusiasm
I just wanted to let you know your videos helped me so much during my Covid infection it helped me stay calm and positive thank you for the content Paolo!
Thank you for this nice video! I once visited Choshi and also had a ride with them. Unfortunately it was a rainy day but I still managed to take some pictures with their staff and trains. As a train driver myself I really like their company and I hope despite all hardships they will continue to operate for a long time.
Dang! Having been to Japan, we would like to visit that station on our next trip! Thank you for sharing this! The focus, dedication and attention to detail is really amazing!
We appreciate all the people or Japan and look forward to our next visit!
This is literally why japans trains are so great, because people like this are running the system
And its insanely well run, its clean, well organised, and well coordinated and everyone communicates well
Train companies around the world wish they could be this good
This man is so wholesome and just loves what he does. This is one of my favorite "Day in the life" videos because of that. He takes pride in his job.
5:16 Such a nice and well-behaved man that has respect for his work and take it seriously.☺
This was a fascinating video, as Freight Conductor in the USA, I found this very informative, to learn how other railroads operate around the world. Thanks for the great work, hope to see more Railroad videos in the future.
I'm surprised and pleased to see that all of Japan hasn't been assimilated into the high tech world. It's satisfying to see that Choshi Den-tetsu still remains a smaller "analog" system geared towards the supporting community. Mr. Takaya is very impressive.
Paolo please do more of these, day in the life. Like nurses, nutritionist, sports people I'm fascinated
Thank you for sharing a common Japanese worker's quiet and pleasant moment! Keep doing this please
These 'day in the life' videos are incredible! The overall energy of your videos are so cheery, motivating, and uplifting. And it has given many a glimpse into the japanese lifestyle. Very cool!
This is sooo amazing, it feels like a time capsule of a bygone era when automation wasnt a thing yet. He seems like a character from anime. Sooo cool.
This really confirms that happiness is a state of mind. It always makes me curious how most Japanese people are happy despite the simple life/simple job/simple routine. Sometime we get bogged own with so much noise around us that we lose perspective of true and genuine happiness.
This dude is insanely organized and strict in his lifestyle- especially for a 23 year old.
I’ve seen the city side of Japan, but to witness a very calm and relaxed town side of Japan is quite relaxing.
I’ll admit I don’t think I could get used to the way those people live, but a visit every know and then to towns like that would be nice.
I work as a train dispatcher in Germany for Deutsche Bahn and it was very interesting to see how the two systems are similar, e.g. the block system with the train. I liked the video, please do more. The Japanese train system is very popular all over the world.
I love these day in the life. Could you do a day in the life of a police officer, a pet store, realtor, lawyer, or a zoo keeper in Japan?
Live these videos. They are always fun, informative, great pace and well edited. 😊 thank you and your family for your consistency in publishing. 🎉
I love Japan, I love trains and I love the Day in the Life series!!! So this was my favourite!!! Choshi Dentetsu should sell merchandising overseas and I'm sure many of us would support them. Thanks for another wonderful video, Paolo!! ❤
Wow! Punctuality is really emphasized for trains! Takaya seems really passionate about trains! I'm glad he enjoys his job!
This is adorable!!!
Amazing the amount of responsibility, duties, skills required to perform accurately all the details this job demands. Excellent content. Congratulations!
Good to see the community support to keep lines like this alive.
It's so nice to learn that he worked hard to be comfortable interacting with passengers. As someone who grew up with a lot of social anxiety and felt like it limited my career choices, I find that very inspiring!
This is so... analogue. Whole station gives very retro vibe. Like museum stations or lines in Europe.
he seems like a lovely guy who cares about any and all people he encounters in his day. A great inspiration for incredible service! I wish him the best.
Takaya was a pure delight to listen to and his personality is awesome, a credible and valuable employee to his company.
This one is so heartwarming, he seems like a great guy, neat, accurate, dedicated and loyal, and what a lovely little train station. One of the best 'Day in the Life' to date.
Yeah this is one of my faves to he seems really cool lol
The train conductor seems like such a chill guy! Like your best friend from your childhood XD
I was hoping you’d cover this job. I used to do some railroading here in the states and the way things are ran differently in Japan when compared to the US always fascinated me
Your series inspired me to visit Japan. I just came back from two week trip where I visited Tokyo , Osaka & Kyoto. Honestly Japan is by far the most beautiful country Ive ever seen. From culture to food to people. Japan stands alone
His job is so chill imo I would definitely take this job if I had to work in Japan