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@philipcable7518

Жыл бұрын

I wish Kazu and Tomoko every success in the future and I look forward to the continuation of your families growth and prosperity. A wise and wealthy man once told me "Find something you love doing, do it well enough so that people will pay you for doing it and you will never regret going to work"

@nst.pierre9800

Жыл бұрын

I really look forward to your collaboration with kaminaga-san. I absolutely love Wagakki Band. I listen to their music daily. I'll be keeping an eye out for any news from you!

I’d like to imagine that the door is always open for them to return and that you maintain your friendship.

@fushisu

Жыл бұрын

Dont think they would be making the video in a montage type way of their time together otherwise.

@themelancholyofgay3543

Жыл бұрын

i don't think they'll be back, it's almost half an hour long wouldn't that hint to anything?

There are tons of Japan-themed KZreadrs. But problem is that the content leans to sensationalize Japan and Japanese culture. No channel has explored complicated Japan-related topics with both an empathetic and a critical viewpoint. The topics are so well spoken and structured. I hope the former team understands that what they have built here is absolutely tremendous and their work will continue to educate millions all over the world.

@talorzwilliamz4134

Жыл бұрын

You clearly don't watch nobita and others

@talorzwilliamz4134

Жыл бұрын

However yes, this is a great channel too

@ValkyrieTiara

Жыл бұрын

@@talorzwilliamz4134 Nobita has been criticized several times for speaking out on topics he doesn't understand and for his obtuse, insensitive takes on situations. More than once he's posted videos in response to criticism that were basically just butthurt rants about how he's actually very smart and nice and his critics are just trolls. He's the opposite of "well-spoken and empathetic".

@malarkythompsonwilson9981

Жыл бұрын

Yes there is, but it is not in English. "poor kid productions" speaks to exactly everything that is not talked about

Makes sense, for Kazu and Tomoko - it was a hobby and a side gig for fun. For Shogo it's a serious business that provides food and shelter for his family. For the brand to grow into a thriving business, there needs to be a clear cooperate hierarchy, goals and full time work commitment. It's hard to do that with close friends who can't work there 100%.

@euomu

Жыл бұрын

It was Kazu and Tomoko's livelihood as well, so you're not making any sense. A "corporate hierarchy" is not at all necessary. There are and pretty much always have been many succesful collaborations.

@TheCCBoi

Жыл бұрын

@@euomu Kazu and Tomoko have careers outside of KZread. It's unfair in both directions: You can't expect them to commit 100% to a side-gig/hobby. Additionally, It's unfair to Shogo - he needs people who are able to fully commit to his company. Often the most mature, honest and best decisions are the hardest. Long-term, this is the best for everyone involved.

@TheCCBoi

Жыл бұрын

@@euomu Additionally, any successful KZread channel have editors, managers, etc. It's no different than running any other business and you need a clear hierarchy and professional business practices. Professional YouTubing isn't just someone turning on a camera, there's a lot of back ground work and meetings that need to be done.

@theekatspajamas

Жыл бұрын

@@TheCCBoi I agree with most of what you're saying, but there's a difference between having set positions for trained, determined individuals and a hierarchy. Studies actually show that the more strict the hierarchy, the more it's not conducive to a healthy work environment.

@TheCCBoi

Жыл бұрын

@@theekatspajamas any business or organization has a hierarchy. You can’t get anything done unless someone is there organizing, keeping things on track, prioritizing and making sure people hit deadlines. That requires clear leadership and a chain of command where everyone know what they need to do and where they need to be. (Project management is nearly impossible without someone in charge). Additionally, there needs to be authority in the leadership - so people follow thru with what they’re hired/tasked to do. It’s just reality, and it’s very hard to do with friends (I know from personal experience).

Sad to see Kazu and Tomoko leave, but I support them making their own choices. I wish them the best in their future plans and it was very nice meeting them on this channel. I'm also looking forward to what content you will be creating in the future. I've always enjoyed how you brought Japanese history to life on your very informative videos and they did help inspire another trip to Japan. All the best to this channel and your family!

@levirichards6823

Жыл бұрын

I know! I loved seeing them pop up in the videos

Friendships are always more important than business relationships so I hope you all can enjoy just being friends again. Also if we see little bits of Tomoko or Kazu in the future, it’ll just be extra special.

I wish Kazu and Tomoko the very best, and I certainly hope that they don't have a difficulty finding work elsewhere.

It probably means that some of the team are moving away and therefore cant keep working on the channel anymore.

@TheCCBoi

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

@guruthemaster4516

Жыл бұрын

Or maybe even that Shogo moved away from them

@khalilahd.

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I think so

I can totally understand what Kazu and Tomoko are coming from. They are both still young and have a lot ahead of them, along with their own pressures and ambitions they have to deal with and aspire for. You can hope the best for your friend and do everything you can to help them support their dream, but if it isn't your dream then there will be and has to be a point when you need to work on your own as well. If you don't, it could just lead to negative feelings that will hurt yourself and your friendships later. I hope the very best for them both and hope they can find happiness and pursue their dreams

Dear Shogo and Harumi, I completely understand. As the owner, the company is your life work. But as an employee, even if you are best friends, work is just 1 part of your life and enduring the insecurities that come with a small startup-like company is difficult. I sincerely wish you and Tomoko and Kazu all the best, health + happiness in your lives and friendship and success in business! And congratulations on everything that you achieved so far!

"Loss is nothing else but change, and change is nature's delight." - Marcus Aurelius, the description suggests this is not an end to this channel but possibly a new beginning for it, or maybe that is even too grandiose.

@RocketTurret

Жыл бұрын

I sure hope that's what it is.

@andrewenneking9334

Жыл бұрын

Oh dear, did I find another Stoic in the wild?

I hope this isn’t a goodbye for his channel I just subscribed yesterday

@Alya-hq2lu

Жыл бұрын

I hope not either 😔

@victoriazero8869

Жыл бұрын

Very unlikely. Now the team splitting because understandable reason is very possible

@khalilahd.

Жыл бұрын

It’s not

@Katoshi_Takagumi

Жыл бұрын

I myself am hoping to see new content and I have only manage to see a fraction of what's there to date. Best of luck to Kazu and Tomoko!

Is this about to be a heart breaking ending? Shogo is one of the few people that I can learn from when it comes to Japan topics. I hope you and tour family are well Shogo. Love you guys!

@khalilahd.

Жыл бұрын

I think so 🥺

@jazendanke3609

Жыл бұрын

I would see into the reason which is more comparable rather than just a simple goodbye. This one was an absolute best decision made between them. Life is never flat, anything can comes worse or better. But no reason to quit as long as what have we walk thru, is by our strong will to make it worth. There is always a rainbow after rain, but it depends on what sight we look at...

Well I’m gonna ducking cry

I'm sorry that Kazu and Tomoko couldn't continue with the channel. They really added a lot to the channel while they were there. I hope that there weren't any hard feelings, and that they find great success in the future.

I'm glad everyone decided amicably on this, and wish the best for all the current and now former members of Team Let's Ask Shogo

Shogo, the loss of the team will be felt by all of us. However, times change, people change, and things must move forward. Thank you for being honest with us and keeping us in the loop.

Its not goodbye, its see you down the road. Much love and success to you all.

Sad. But Shogo is always a source of rich info and an enriching way of sharing rare facts. Please continue doing what you are doing.

I wish Kazu and Tomoko the best. They added a lot to the channel. Thanks for the fun and informative content guys!

If you have to give up a business relationship or a friendship, save the friendship at all costs. I have always been a little uncomfortable with the goal of growing subscribers for just the reason you stated, your open and honest nature is your greatest asset and it really shows in the content that you are passionate about. I have come to care about your family and I enjoy seeing your passion for traditional culture, finding solutions to modern problems, and generally enjoying life. If you lose your joy, you will lose far more subscribers than you could possibly gain, and that would be the least that you would lose. Family above all, friends above all else, success with integrity.

This is sad as I adore Tomoko. She has such a great personality. Also means its going to be harder on you 2.

I wish nothing but the best for Kazu and Tomoko. They helped make this channel what it is today and I know that if they put their minds to it, they can do anything. As for the future of Shogo, I'm looking forward to seeing what comes next. You guys are a wealth of interesting insights into Japanese culture. Ganbatte!

Team Shogo, no!! They all add something special to this channel. They all contribute to making this channel so beloved. (⁠●⁠´⁠⌓⁠`⁠●⁠) Although I will always support them and respect their decisions, I hope it's just something like moving or a hiatus and not a final farewell. 💕🌸🌱

@kamilziemian995

Жыл бұрын

I think the same.

@l.michelle3497

Жыл бұрын

I agree 🌻🙌

@khalilahd.

Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more. They’re incredible

@localmilfchaser6938

Жыл бұрын

@@khalilahd. omg why are u here 😐😐😐annoying ahh

Healthiest team breakup I've seen so far. Thanks for the work that you've put in for the team, Kazu and Tomoko! :>

So its just a farewell to the old team. Bless them all forever!

Dang! I’m currently planning my first trip to Japan, I will be leaning on your back catalog of tips. Stay safe❤

As a Team Ask Shogo subscriber and a huge fan, I hope Shogo invites Kazu and Tomoko to appear sometimes. They'll be dearly missed - Kazu is so funny and Tomoko is so talented that makes hard to us not seeing them nearby, but you guys can always on our love and support. Shogo-sensei and Harumi, make your pace and your peace, just keep bringing us the same pristine content you always bring to us. We'll be here rooting for you! Lots of love from Brazil to y'all guys! 💚💛🤍💙

Goodbye? Are you leaving youtube?! Please don’t!

I have really learned a lot from the videos on your channel. They are entertaining but informative; fun but sometimes serious simultaneously. What a great way to learn about Japanese history; Japanese culture and the people of Japan. My personal hope is that there is some way you and your family and team members can continue to collaborate and educate those of us interested in learning the truth about all things related to Japan.

Really will miss Kazu and Tomoko. Their energy and contributions made your family very lively and welcoming. I sincerely hope they do will in the future and we hear more from them in the future.

I hope everything goes well for everyone who is/ has been a part of Team Let's ask Shogo. And I pray that everything goes well for the upcoming delivery, and long/ happy lives of your children. ❤️

I've been following you for about 1 yr coming up, and all I see is nothing but love. Keep chasing that dream shogo! Much love from the metro Detroit area in Michigan!!

It shows a lot of maturity and trust that they made this decision. It's easy to assume that going different ways will break up a friendship and then get stuck or possibly come to regret it. You don't want time with friends to feel like just going to work.

You are such a fun loving group. I'm so used to seeing Japanese natives being extremely reserved but you present you children family and friends in such a fun and loving way. I wish all happiness in the new year

Thank you Kazu and Tomoko for your hard and diligent work, I wish you the best with what you chose to do next. As for Shogo and Harumi, i cant wait to see where you take the channel now you are determined to keep true to your vision and passions, the future is bright :)

And a new baby too! I am so excited for you both and for the channel. 2023 is going to be a wonderful new year for you both! Congratulations!

I've never gone into business with my friends, but I have worked on family businesses. It's different than when you hire employees because, to put it bluntly: it's personal. You sometimes will ask friends and family to go above and beyond and because they care about you, they'll want to try. But after a while, resentment can sometimes form, and that hurts the relationship. I hope it didn't get that far in this situation, but it is a very common occurrence from my own experience. Add to that the volatility of KZread and the stress of wanting to maintain financial and work-related promises to people you care about - I'm sure the situation was fraught, to say the least. I really do hope this decision makes everyone happier and helps your friendship!!

It’s been wonderful with Kazu and Tomoko being on your team and I’ll miss them in videos but I wish them the best with what they’re doing next! Goodbye, we’ll miss you both!

Best of luck to them both! They added smiles and fun. Hope to see them make guest appearances in the future! I also hope shogo makes bigger on KZread

While I will certainly miss the smiling faces of Kazu and Tomoko, I definitely wish them the very best.

i hope that their friendship wasn't hurt by all of this

@jorge1582

Жыл бұрын

What happened ????

I wish them all the best, and hope they will return for guest episodes!

Kazu and tomoko Will be missed!❤ but undestand their decision and I hope to meet you in kyoto when I visit japan🎌❤️🇸🇪

Shogo standing with his friends in order to help them with their life, not many people are like that. We respect their decision and all the best for Shogo, Harumi and the kids to live their dream.

ConGratz to both of you and I hope to see more about Japan from 2023 and Beyond.. Happy Christmas and have a Awesome New Years.

Safe and happy journeys, Kazu and Tomoko! Long life the Team!

You got this, man. One thing that I really admired about you has been your honesty and transparency, both on this channel and the podcast. I'm still rooting for you, your family, and Kazu and Tomoko.

Best wishes to all of you, and may you all continue to be blessed! Thank you for making and providing such interesting and entertaining content!

I'm proud of you Shogo and your family as well as Kazu and Tomoko for moving forward and doing what's best for everyone in the long term.

I fear for the worst, but hope for the best. Natural for human emotions, but I absolutely love every video on this channel. Seeing this sort of thing is very saddening, yet, gives me much hope to further projects and ideas. 💜

Many thanks for all the content!

Thank you so much for all the things you've shared with us, many were fun and many were important. May you and your family have a great life ahead.

I’m gonna miss them both so much!! They were both so great.

We've always enjoyed your content since Day 1 Shogo. And its only gotten better over time, as you added more people to your team. But things change, more often in ways we don't want to. And even so, we need to adapt and change despite them. As such, while I speak for myself and many that we are sad about this development, we understand and support you for it 110%. Nevertheless, don't look at the negatives and look at the positives. I know you're support is strong and I believe things will progress for the better for all of you in the future. I believe you will all come together, under different circumstances but still more favorable than not, when things are better. Until then, all the best for everyone!

I wish your best friend Kazu

I first found your channel during the summer when I was looking on KZread for the gaming channels that I watched and found your video about the differences between the tachi and katana. I've stuck around ever since, and I'm glad I did. The amount of information I've picked up from your videos and the smiles I get sometimes when you add that special touch of humor or are just filming your enjoyment in making the video just shows great your personality is. You and everyone else's. I want to think it's fate that brought me here. We're all saddened by Tomoko and Kazu's departures from the team. To say they will be missed is an insult. We miss them already! This is however a massive step on all fronts. This is a chance for growth for everyone, and we'll be there for the ride. Lastly: CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR THIRD BUNDLE OF JOY!! 👏🥳

Wishing everyone success and happiness in your new pursuits! You both will be missed, but also best of luck in your futures! Glad Shogo will still be around, making Japan a better place.

I wish you the best of luck Shogo! If you ever need to take a break please do. we're patient we can wait, and health is more important!

I am sorry to see Kazu and Tomoko go, but I understand why, so keep your chin up guys! I love your channel so much and will always be a fan and watch your vids!

I'm glad to see Shogo's continued support for Kazu and Tomoko. The level of maturity expressed in everyone's actions is reassuring. It's rare to see this kind of thoughtfulness in the U.S. where I live. Thank you Tomoko and Kazu! Ganbatte!

@saffron7423

Жыл бұрын

True. So true.

Whoa whoa whoa, wait, what's happening? Is he leaving KZread? I hope not, this was an awesome channel!

@KaoruMzk

Жыл бұрын

Probably the team is getting disbanded because life, and it'll just be Shogo and Harumi from now on

@ToTo-bc6gu

Жыл бұрын

or maybe a new team. I don't think onyone of us wants to lose this channel

@angrydragon4574

Жыл бұрын

@@ToTo-bc6gu Wumao, you're just here to keep an eye on us...

@DonS90

Жыл бұрын

why would he shut down 1Mil subs channel..😂

@angrydragon4574

Жыл бұрын

@@DonS90 Another wumao...

So difficult to go through this but such a better outcome. Loved seeing all of you working together for as long as you could.

I wish your family, Kazu, and Tomoko the best! And may you all set new goals and reach them, be healthy and happy!

Omg 🎉🎉 congrats I look forward to everything new happening and the baby ❤❤ wow my so excited ! Thank you for the amazing surprise and motivation let’s start the new year positive and let our dreams come true !!

Continuing to do your content that you love about Japan history etc, will naturally bring the subscribers steadily I'm sure.

I love the channel and how it has grown

I wish them all the luck and happiness in the world.

Thank you for all of your helpful (and fun) information. You are appreciated more than you know... more than you realize.

I'm grateful for Tomoko and Kazu's presence in front of the camera and contributions behind the scenes. I watched and enjoyed every video they were in and especially loved watching Tomoko grow as a shamisen player. They helped me learn so much about and appreciate Japanese culture. I wish them the best!

I'm not really sure why this is a big deal. People move on to new opportunities and away from present endeavors all the time as they determine what best fits with their goals and ideal lifestyle. Working with family and friends can be very difficult, so it is commendable that they've moved on in such an understanding way. Even so, it's clear they were all on the same page and decided this was a mutually beneficial move. So, why are people worried about the channel or, even more strangely, their personal friendship?

Thank you Kazu and Tomoko for all your hard work! All the best to the four of you! (by the way I'm going to miss Kazu's laugh. The Japan ads reaction video, when Shogo and Kazu laugh-crying watching all the ramen ads with One Piece theme will forever be one of my favourites)

Your passion is the best content so please continue to share it with us. ☺ You guys are amazing and i wish you (including Kazu and Tomoko) all the best. ♥

🥺🥺 I could CRY!

Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Really enjoyed your very informative videos! :)

This Channel Is Amazing, We All Love And Support You!

Congrats on the new one to be. I did make it to Japan in Aug but not to Kyoto. Next year! Hopefully you will have tours by then and I will be able to stay longer.

Wait what?! Nobody panic, nobody panic!! What am I saying, EVERYBODY PANIC NOW!!!

Best of luck to you two and to Kazu and Tomoko. The recap of them joining the team and all the great times created a doubt that I understood the title of the video at first... but it was a heartfelt goodbye.

The decission is so understandable, but even then I'm looking with an crying eye on that cause I really like Kazu and Tomoko and also with one laughing eye cause you're saying it's better for everyone and all of you are doing the next step into the future. Much love to all of you

Best of luck for Kazu and Tomoko in their future endeavours, and you and your family as well! ☺️

Please keep being yourself, i enjoy see you guys laugh and smile. I pray and hope for a safe delivery

Wish those two the best, it was always fun seeing them in the videos. Hope they do great in life and everything else.

Kazu and Tomoko I wish you all the best and many blessings on your new journey!❤❤ Shogo and Harumi I look forward to your new journey❤❤!

Thank You all for those interesting videos, funny games You've played, showing us around Japan and all the time each one of You spent on building this channel. Love from Poland. ^w^

Congratulations Kazu and Tomoko i am happy for you guys 😃 we will miss you 😢😢

When I started training Iaido, the first video that I watched was yours. since then I'm always waiting a new vid about anything from you, Iaido or Japanese culture, etc. I know how hard it is to overcome those crisis. I wish you all the very best !

Well that is understandable, I'll love this channel to continue being what it is, I'll keep following everyone of you and loving what you do, the best wishes to everyone

Best of luck to Kazu and Tomoko This channel has blessed me with so much Japanese historical facts that I didn’t know, and tips to Japan as well. I’m going to Japan soon, and Shogo is one of the main reasons!

So sad to see Kazu and Tomoko go! But of course we all wish them the best in their future endeavors and hope to maybe see a return eventually! Sometimes things just don’t work out. Sending ALL of my love to you guys❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

i hope for the best for everyone's futures. may kazu and tomoko find success in their futures, and may shogo and harumi find success in this channel as well.

I’m so sad to see them go but totally understand and agree with you guys. Hope that you can still do some kind of a kimono collab video in the future, totally worth waiting a year or two!

This was awesome we need more . Your families are a blessing to all of us

I am saddened to see this end but I am glad for all your hard work, time, and effort to educate us all. Thank you.

Hoping the best for everyone and hoping that one day Kazu and Tomoko can come back

I am happy for Tomoko and Kazu, but very sad for Let's Ask Shogo as a whole. Kazu added a lightheartedness, ease, and a "live in the moment" energy that balanced Shogo's more intense, serious, and always future minded personality. Tomoko added maturity,, patience, and wisdom that seemed to anchor the channel. This channel has been a relaxing, educational, and sometimes entertaining place. Now it feels very scattered, unstable, and desperate.

To Tomoko and Kazu: all the best to you two, and thanks for helping on the channel for all this time and for being such a great part of the videos! To Shogo and Harumi: I'm really looking forward to all that you mentioned in the video (personally especially the japanese-lessons :) )! And all the best to the two of you as well :) .

I'm excited to hear your Japanese language training. I am currently learning myself, very slowly, and am planning a trip to Japan in approximately 3 years from this past summer. Three years will give me time to learn Japanese well, and time to plan a full trip across the entirety of Japan. While you transition into your dream, I will be working toward mine with my family as well. On that note, if you read this comment, I am curious how upset we will make the locals with three very young children, who are still learning how to follow directions and not be defiant in public? We try to teach them well, but some children are slower to learn than others, and we have been blessed with the privilege of teaching a few who are slower to learn than average.

you always make my day your schedule dont matter i just love watching you

Sometimes you don't know something isn't for you until you try. I wish Tomoko and Kazu the best, I hope they work hard on their dreams and that Shogo and Harumi work hard on theirs, and that everyone can be friends forever 🤗