Patreon Sponsored Video no.1 of 2019 / Tea
Added 2019-02-03 07:35:38 +0000 UTCFirst of all thank you for the support to make this series grow! Over the last few months, content has decreased a little as I redo the style and format of the series. We're nearly done! I'll update you on the animated opening in a week or so and I've found a couple of people to help with camera and production. Having a good system and team before starting is essential for long term success. Next up: Our Patreon Sponsored Episode! Every year I take time to plan and make a special episode totally funded by Patreon. Past episodes have included Aogashima, Abashiri, Ogasawara and next up ...
Working on a Green Tea Farm in Spring.
I've started to plan this one and it means staying for a longer period of time to get a bigger story. I am still taking other suggestions but it has to be big in focus.
Because I got sick, I wasn't able to go to the furthest points of Hokkaido this winter.
In summer, I will also do another all Patreon episode and trip which includes behind the scene live streams and photos.
You're support has also played a big role in the new animated opening and it's going to be fun taking the first steps into a new series shortly!
Thank you again from the bottom of my heart! Leave a comment / suggestion below as well.
Our first Q&A of February will be next weekend!
Sincerely, John
Comments
John, there's nothing that I can say that has already been said, and better than I could have said it. My sincerest wishes for a bigger, better, and brighter future for you, Kanae and Only In Japan.
Vern Dietsche (aka UFO Bob)
2019-02-04 03:21:19 +0000 UTCJeanette hit the nail square on the head with this statement.
Vern Dietsche (aka UFO Bob)
2019-02-04 03:14:15 +0000 UTCJohn, I have always appreciated your enthusiasm! The stories you bring us are interesting, insightful and entertaining! Good to hear you have assembled a team. For those of you who remember a band called Timbuk 3, The OIJ futures so bright I gotta wear shades 😎 👍 Thanks for doing what you do.
Jason Bourgeois
2019-02-03 20:05:24 +0000 UTCThere is SO much to love about Japan and you have shared those special things with the world! Your work is professional and your passion is sincere and honest. You are also kind to everyone and seem to have a well balanced view on life. Success comes to those who work hard and those who work with authenticity. So happy for you and your success and know that you will continue to increase in popularity!
Jkoadventures (Jeanette)
2019-02-03 19:49:13 +0000 UTCMy hope/suggestion is that you'll put some focus on Shikoku in the future if you get the chance. It's great that you venture into Kyushu and Hokkaido, all around Honshu, and even remote islands - but poor Shikoku is so overlooked (by everyone), and really deserves far more attention than it gets. Please sir ;-)
Jaroslav (Japan Kofun)
2019-02-03 15:57:50 +0000 UTCHey John! From the sunny warm Grand Canyon State of Gilbert (Phoenix) Arizona USA. My wife and I LOVE your YouTube Only in Japan & Go channels and we are faithful watchers. My first trip was in 1976 at 10 years old with mom dad and older sister. Recently my wife and I had our 20th wedding anniversary after a 15 day repositioning cruise Vancouver to Yokohama and Tokyo Disney Ambassador Hotel last October. It brought back so many wonderful memories. My Christian LDS Mission President was was born and raised in Japan Elder Yoshihiko Kikuchi. I loved that great leader and he has influenced me to get to know Japan we want to plan another trip again. You and your wife are so wonderful and you are such nice people. We look forward to all your future content thank you for your family friendly content and your great work. The Martin’s.👴🏻🧓🏽👨🏽🎓👩🏼🎓 ‘
James D. Martin
2019-02-03 13:00:19 +0000 UTCHey John, proud to support your channels. Looking forward to watching more great videos from Japan. Your videos always gives a gimpse of Japanese culture, traditions, and/or history. I always learn something new from watching the videos.
Sunny De Jesus (Tasty Chronicles)
2019-02-03 12:30:51 +0000 UTCIm so happy and proud to be your supporter. I added a new member to the family a few months ago and my family are catching up on the videos. My boys really love to watch and cant wait for the new intro and vids.
Mario Gonzalez
2019-02-03 10:24:39 +0000 UTCHi Robert, that really means a lot to me that my videos had a positive effect :) I don't think I will alter the music much. I kind of want to keep as much of the past as I can. Japan does this too ... modernizes but doesn't forget where it came from. I'll be testing the music as well here on Patreon.
ONLY in JAPAN
2019-02-03 09:26:49 +0000 UTCSounds great, will be interesting to see the whole story of green tea. And thank you for all this interesting and fun content, I’m happy to be a supporter👍🏻 Make sure you take time to get well too John 😷
Joanne Albon
2019-02-03 09:25:41 +0000 UTCThanks Danny! Love you brother and the support means the world to me and Kanae. She's a great reason to slow down, like today! Making her dinner now.
ONLY in JAPAN
2019-02-03 09:23:44 +0000 UTCI am going to miss your intro music and animation! A few years ago, I started suffering from a thyroid disease which caused anxiety and depression due to the massive amount of thyroid hormones I was flooded with. That is when I found your videos, and they helped me through a difficult time. To this day, when I hear that intro, I can feel myself becoming calm and relaxed!
Robert Jon Mudry
2019-02-03 09:16:24 +0000 UTCtake care! You are someone who works hard and who is passionate about what he does. I admire that. continue on your way, do things as you like and feel them. It the best way. The community that your great work has created is awesome. No matter which way you choose, I will support you.🙂 Take care. - sometimes you have to slow down to go further.
Danny Labelle
2019-02-03 08:47:28 +0000 UTC
