Japan's Most Famous Bakery You've Never Heard Of

This bakery definitely plays favorites...
Japan is home to some amazing bakeries. Some produce styles of bread that are the things of dreams. And then... there's this bakery. One of Japan's oldest and most famous bakeries that you may never have heard of.
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  • @TokyoLens
    @TokyoLens4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching~ This entire Japanese town is completely dedicated to Ramen a world of it own! kzread.info/dash/bejne/hodnybKec8fbeaw.html Enjoy!

  • @brandonreihana

    @brandonreihana

    3 жыл бұрын

    I miss Japan, never tried this bread. Love the video, thank you.

  • @sarahfernandes1621

    @sarahfernandes1621

    3 жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful video! Subscribed :)

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jeffery Games lol you mad bro? 😂 Maybe calm down a little? It’s a KZread video mate About bread 😂

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jeffery Games also (and admittedly more importantly) ... DID you know about it? 😂

  • @davidschetter3278

    @davidschetter3278

    3 жыл бұрын

    In Germany this isn't even called bread but "Toast Bread". Only used with fat goose liver or precious salmon when the bread is supposed to have no taste for not overshadowing the main ingredient. This is culturally the lowest quality of bread you can imagine only topped by some american bakeries.

  • @888SpinR
    @888SpinR4 жыл бұрын

    Anyone who thinks "it's just bread" has never experienced the joy of freshly (and properly) baked bread

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    ⬆️ this 👆 ❤️

  • @youzongliu

    @youzongliu

    4 жыл бұрын

    But it is just bread, there's no taste.

  • @majorquackquack

    @majorquackquack

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ditto, hot and freshly baked bread done right has subtle sweetness and a comforting taste that just warms the soul

  • @miyako1909

    @miyako1909

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@youzongliu There is. Good breads that used good ingredients have a subtle sweetness of the wheat and a delightful smell. I love freshly baked baguettes that just came out of the oven. I eat them without adding anything.

  • @asamis1350

    @asamis1350

    4 жыл бұрын

    Phhh, we eat freshly baked bread every day. So, their bread is still not impressing.

  • @daveharris5914
    @daveharris59144 жыл бұрын

    KZread recommend: hey, hey kid.. here's a video of a bread.. in Japan me: but i.. KZread recommend: shhhh.... just watch it

  • @hastley64

    @hastley64

    3 жыл бұрын

    i love this comment

  • @awntoeni

    @awntoeni

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s in Japan, so we need to watch it!

  • @abstract0407

    @abstract0407

    3 жыл бұрын

    It kept constantly popping up in my feed

  • @kablanq4673

    @kablanq4673

    3 жыл бұрын

    It all started with this lady teaching us how to make smooth bread.

  • @KyleCorbeau

    @KyleCorbeau

    3 жыл бұрын

    But you watched it, and it was wonderfully wholesome. So they were right you just didn't know it at the time. 😉

  • @chidigoziem1482
    @chidigoziem14823 жыл бұрын

    I'm Nigerian, but I grew up in Ota-ku. I've had this fabled pelican bread. Let me just say, there isn't a single exaggeration in this video.

  • @cosnniran

    @cosnniran

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's weird but I as I watched the video and I wondered if any Nigerians lived in these lovely cultural towns in Japan. I even wished I was brave enough to have lived where I wanted to.

  • @chidigoziem1482

    @chidigoziem1482

    3 жыл бұрын

    I said it like that cause I don't have a Japanese citizenship, but I still have my Nigerian.

  • @TheKushOfAfghan

    @TheKushOfAfghan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mer Kin Foreigners born in the country don’t get citizenship not every country follows right of soil laws most countries follow right of blood such as japan in these countries citizenship is based on ancestry

  • @chidigoziem1482

    @chidigoziem1482

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheKushOfAfghan I used to have a problem with the law, but given how few sectarian divisions there are in Japan compared to other countries, it might have some merit to it.

  • @jonathanxavier2026

    @jonathanxavier2026

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@chidigoziem1482 Nigerians are the best. Your industrious nature, dedication to family and efficiency is to be modeled after. Long live Nigeria and its people!

  • @danamock801
    @danamock8014 жыл бұрын

    This whole video reminded me of Kiki's delivery service. When I make it to Tokyo, this will definitely be on my list. Thanks for sharing!

  • @MagicGate814

    @MagicGate814

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kiki worked in that bakery. I loved watching kiki's delivery service as a kid.

  • @thatdesiree

    @thatdesiree

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ooh Good Cooking Pan Bakery 😍 Yes!

  • @ShadowDeus

    @ShadowDeus

    3 жыл бұрын

    when i finally get there i wanma try everything Japanese 1st. these would probably be a place i would go to when i start getting homesick.

  • @inu7561

    @inu7561

    3 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE KIKIS DELIVERY SERVICE

  • @kulsumsheikh814

    @kulsumsheikh814

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yess that bread🍞 give the vibes

  • @5chevin5
    @5chevin53 жыл бұрын

    I was a chef in Tokyo for almost 4 years at a very large operation. I was amazed at how many vendors I had when I first arrived. Japan has so many "specialist", people that are experts in a certain area and the public (and us chefs) completely support this. I was blown away by the quality and knowledge of "the scallop guy" or the "tomato guy". Then start adding in prefecture specialist and it gets even more precision. Just amazing, and Im so happy that Im moving back in the next several months.

  • @HeavenlyCreature.
    @HeavenlyCreature.4 жыл бұрын

    I live very close to a bakery and they bake their bread in the early morning. I love standing on my balcony in the early morning to take in the most wonderful smell in the world. It's like heaven !

  • @ratracepeter

    @ratracepeter

    3 жыл бұрын

    Heavenly Creature had our school right beside a bakery and every morning when they start baking it was soo hard to concentrate with the aroma of oven fresh bread wafting through the windows☹️😁

  • @ZimVader-0017
    @ZimVader-00173 жыл бұрын

    "They just make bread" *Me, who eats bread everyday religiously*: "I need to save money just to be able to go to Japan and eat that bread."

  • @Dingomush
    @Dingomush3 жыл бұрын

    I bake a lot of bread and I’ve noticed that there is no such thing as a “simple” loaf of bread. Every bakery, restaurant, pub, cafe, coffeehouse, dive, hole-in-the-wall, or Mom or Grandmother has their own cult following. No matter if it’s a bun, a bagel, a loaf, a pita, a tortilla or any of the other hundreds of names that we give breads, if it’s made well then it will remind the consumer of days gone by and of people no longer with us.

  • @noway9369

    @noway9369

    3 жыл бұрын

    Me very own dear old mudder makes the best bread ever! And she is 83 and still baking it.

  • @trybutfail375

    @trybutfail375

    3 жыл бұрын

    “Japan has a way with food.” OH. I hear you Norm. 😍

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican4 жыл бұрын

    “To eat Pelican bread was to be in Asakusa” and people want a little piece of Asakusa by ordering the bread. Wow it’s popular. Minimalistic menu but that’s a good thing, it’s good to be simple. You don’t want to overdo it.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    There’s definite beauty in the simplicity

  • @wisnuslullaby1590

    @wisnuslullaby1590

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree. its very Japan thing : minimalistic, right to the essence, but still amaze you.

  • @Tenelia

    @Tenelia

    4 жыл бұрын

    Exactly like your video, mate ;) A simple shot, done lovingly, is enough.

  • @HilbertXVI

    @HilbertXVI

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@wisnuslullaby1590 Not their websites lol, that's the worst part

  • @marcusa3177
    @marcusa31774 жыл бұрын

    I have something similar where I'm from; we've bought breakfast bread (pan de sal - literally salt bread) from them for... almost two decades now. They don't sell any other kind of bread. On good days pre-Covid you'd be lucky if you get to buy some past 7am, and they open around 5am in time for breakfast or those who are going home after the first mass in the nearby church. The smell of freshly-baked bread wafting out of a paper bag, and the bread itself warming you up as you walk back home - that's something you don't really forget, yeah?

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Even just that comment made me hungry

  • @marcusa3177

    @marcusa3177

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TokyoLens IKR? Many a cold cloudy morning slowly made right by a hot bag of oven-fresh bread held at chest level for the warmth and smell as I walked back home to a fresh pot of coffee and maybe scrambled eggs. Good times.

  • @pinkywinky911

    @pinkywinky911

    4 жыл бұрын

    I could eat just pandesal everyday for the rest of my life and I’d be happy 😭

  • @joelsantos662

    @joelsantos662

    4 жыл бұрын

    one of the few things I miss in manila... really cheap freshly baked pan de sal, for 1 peso per piece, when you bite into it warm and fresh you'd think it was slathered in butter...

  • @soniavinluan8979

    @soniavinluan8979

    4 жыл бұрын

    Nothing beats fresh baked pan de sal, paired with hotdogs or Pancit Canton with egg.. Equals heaven

  • @wilmawong5048
    @wilmawong50484 жыл бұрын

    “Bread of loaf” totally caught that and was going to comment but you knew😜

  • @Ralesk

    @Ralesk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same!

  • @asamvav
    @asamvav4 жыл бұрын

    Hot Japanese guy who owns a bakery... *Starts swimming*

  • @sabilasilmi971

    @sabilasilmi971

    4 жыл бұрын

    LMAO!

  • @eyebags2860

    @eyebags2860

    4 жыл бұрын

    **insert free season 1 ending*

  • @nukhbaarshad3927

    @nukhbaarshad3927

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same thoughts 🤣

  • @valerievalentova

    @valerievalentova

    3 жыл бұрын

    hahaa saaame

  • @GoCrazyBaby3

    @GoCrazyBaby3

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂😂

  • @calamitymei
    @calamitymei4 жыл бұрын

    “Japan has a way with food.” OH. I hear you Norm. 😍

  • @lynda.grace.14

    @lynda.grace.14

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree and have enjoyed my fair share of it from offal appetizers to kaiseki banquets fit for kings, and 4-hour interludes under Michelin stars. However, that "way with food" also has its dark side, when dashi, shoyu, miso, fish flakes and bean paste worm their way into dishes where they have no business being.

  • @MauricioFelicio

    @MauricioFelicio

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Peachgirl91 11

  • @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un
    @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un4 жыл бұрын

    Here’s the obligatory *Let’s get this bread*

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    First to it too lol

  • @casiofx85wa

    @casiofx85wa

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey No. 1

  • @pwe...2626

    @pwe...2626

    4 жыл бұрын

    no bread for you until you get you're country's gdp higher

  • @chrono-glitchwaterlily8776

    @chrono-glitchwaterlily8776

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@pwe...2626 he's trying. I mean...he's working on American relations, I think

  • @MHCE444

    @MHCE444

    3 жыл бұрын

    Dear leader!!

  • @andrewanyplace
    @andrewanyplace4 жыл бұрын

    The cafe looks a nice spot for a sandwich and coffee of cup. Someday hopefully...

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    It’s all about that coffee of cup and bread of loaf

  • @ram64man
    @ram64man4 жыл бұрын

    I miss this side of japan the most, unique, local , and wonderfully made.

  • @NicoleSelvaggio
    @NicoleSelvaggio3 жыл бұрын

    When you said "bread of loaf" KZread's auto-captions interpreted it as "bread of love" which sounds pretty sweet

  • @tatianarubinov4379
    @tatianarubinov43793 жыл бұрын

    All the Germans/ Europeans be like: just bread?!? Bread is lifeeeeee

  • @kidcat7864

    @kidcat7864

    3 жыл бұрын

    As a german I can only subscribe to that! I`d like to taste this japanese bread - looks like a nice white bread. I normally prefer darker kinds of bread but this bread with jam or honey and a nice cup of tea or coffee - might be some delight.

  • @Kumanosuke

    @Kumanosuke

    3 жыл бұрын

    All the Germans: That's not bread though

  • @kidcat7864

    @kidcat7864

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Kumanosuke I´m german and I say it is white bread!!! 🍞👍

  • @ADeeSHUPA

    @ADeeSHUPA

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@kidcat7864 German

  • @pauliussileika

    @pauliussileika

    3 жыл бұрын

    Without Bread or Potatoes every European would starve

  • @cashmoney3801
    @cashmoney38013 жыл бұрын

    i think the reason food and meals feel so special in japan is that this idea, this idea of meals being so important is so deeply engraved into culture and society it is a norm. Food forges our day, 1 single meal can change your day around, and for that it shall never be a bad one. meals should be calming, refreshing and i think easily all of the shops in japan reach that goal, in berlin food isnt really gazed on, food is seen as some kind of job you have to do to satisfy your stomach, or simply... it just isnt delicate. I think food is really the essence of Japan and I think thats a good thing.

  • @MrZaggy
    @MrZaggy4 жыл бұрын

    that would actually have made an awesome 20min doco...

  • @Orcagirl0104
    @Orcagirl01044 жыл бұрын

    The smells of bread reminds me of my grandma who was baking bread almost everyday. She was making loaves and gave them to someone(or they paid her). Other than bread, She made something everyday like doughnuts, strawberry jam, bekomochi, butter rolls etc, even tried potato chips once( which was really good). I liked rice better so I didn’t eat bread she made for breakfast but my mom still bakes bread just like my grandma did. I think the bakery should be the one like this one. The most of bakeries have a few loaves of bread in the corner of shops but they prefer sell stuffed bread and pastries than normal bread and I don’t like it. And I want bagel🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @natalie_kendel
    @natalie_kendel3 жыл бұрын

    In all seriousness, I think you're greatest strength, and what sets you apart from many other KZreadrs, is your narration as heard in this video. I wish you did this for all your videos - it has a quiet dignity and I love it.

  • @Furaichiruzu
    @Furaichiruzu4 жыл бұрын

    When I was in Tokyo I stayed like 2 blocks away from Pelican and always saw it on my way to the hostel.... and it was always closed! Now I know why hahaha Should have woken up earlier. Next time hopefully will be able to try it

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    definitely with the try! hope you get to enjoy it next time~!

  • @JJCHAU
    @JJCHAU4 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed everything about this, especially the cinematography and what you had to say. I felt like I got to be a fly on the wall in the locals’ daily life. Can’t wait to see more!

  • @evieinfinite
    @evieinfinite3 жыл бұрын

    this quality of content is pretty nice, even though its only 5 minutes long, videos like these definitely deserve a lot more views!

  • @BleachDemon707

    @BleachDemon707

    Жыл бұрын

    SILENCE NON-CHECKMARK

  • @evieinfinite

    @evieinfinite

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BleachDemon707 🤓

  • @regin2477
    @regin24773 жыл бұрын

    If I will ever have a chance to go to Japan, it's going to be because of food. I'll eat all those good stuff there.

  • @sweetarchangel6748
    @sweetarchangel67484 жыл бұрын

    Heard the "bread of loaf" part. Keep being you you Norm, wouldm't have you any other way ^_^ Loved how simple this video was too. Very calming and you didn't overdo any part of it.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    lol yea kinda thought it stood out a bit haha

  • @TokyoLens
    @TokyoLens4 жыл бұрын

    Sat on this footage for over a year and I have no clue why... What did you think? Too "normal" for you? or dying to try it? Leave me a comment below! Doing another Giveaway in the comments section today! (^_-) all about that Notification Squad!

  • @trevorrandom

    @trevorrandom

    4 жыл бұрын

    Definitely not just bread... 🍞 😋 ♥ 🇯🇵

  • @Reiyu0145

    @Reiyu0145

    4 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed it! It's definitely nice to try something that's more well known locally as opposed to internationally (for tourist and what not) Adding this to my list of places to try and visit for the next chance i get to spend some time in Japan!

  • @memeranglaut

    @memeranglaut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Notification squad represent!

  • @ERJOL

    @ERJOL

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'll definitely go 😊 hopefully they make more now days

  • @chennayeturner4156

    @chennayeturner4156

    4 жыл бұрын

    Really lovely video. Also I LOVE bread and can't think of a better way to start the day than that toast you had. Yum!

  • @maestroplay6563
    @maestroplay65634 жыл бұрын

    Nver thought i was ever gonna say this, but boy..... The bread is F-ing *THICC*

  • @evilhutdug4665

    @evilhutdug4665

    3 жыл бұрын

    Looks fluffy as hell too

  • @Jasny.pianocover
    @Jasny.pianocover4 жыл бұрын

    The best way i can describe is simplicity has it own charm, there's no thing as 'too simple' for me for thing like this

  • @primasalmon2239
    @primasalmon22393 жыл бұрын

    76 years, deeply rooted bakery business, share the history, tradition, heritage, savoir faire, well-know brand, favorite bread of all time and it's in Japan. Wow... thank you Brother Norm

  • @knackigbrot
    @knackigbrot11 ай бұрын

    I'm glad I found this video. As a baker myself I'm always thrilled to see another baker loving what they do.

  • @flynnb2413
    @flynnb24134 жыл бұрын

    So happy when I got this notification while suffering trying to learn a piano piece. This video was really interesting, thanks!

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!!

  • @bethbraddshaw
    @bethbraddshaw4 жыл бұрын

    just got back from Asakusa and had no idea this place existed. SIGH!!!

  • @IamAvidity
    @IamAvidity4 жыл бұрын

    You tell a good story, your love of documentaries is apparent and present in this video. This was the first video of yours I've watched but it will not be the last, fantastic!

  • @zach_7184
    @zach_71844 жыл бұрын

    I believe I've watched most if not all your videos on this channel and this has to be one of my favorites! I hope you do more videos about food shops that are really dedicated to their craft. That is one of my favorite things about Japan that we just don't have much in the US is a focus on doing one thing amazingly well and dedicating yourself to that one thing. It really is one of those cultural aspects of Japan that make it an amazing place.

  • @fairabbigailgrace
    @fairabbigailgrace4 жыл бұрын

    You know, there is no such thing as "It's just bread". The first thing I do when going to somewhere to visit is find the local bakeries. As a home baker I love checking out what is the local favorite (as long as it doesn't have coconut or oatmeal in it). lol Baking bread has been one of my favorite things to make since I was about 10, I think that's when I took my first 4-H breads project. Oh, those little turtles at the beginning were so cute. Were those just bread? Thanks for sharing this Norm. :)

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love this Might be the comment of the day~ No such thing as just bread!

  • @fairabbigailgrace

    @fairabbigailgrace

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TokyoLens Well, bread or something else like a pastry? Lol

  • @bandiceet

    @bandiceet

    4 жыл бұрын

    I find there is only one thing better than bread still warm from the oven. That is bread still warm from the oven, with home made butter...

  • @mintfudgecupcakes

    @mintfudgecupcakes

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@fairabbigailgrace tempesttube is right, it's melon bread :) they sell it at my local Japanese bakery too.

  • @Linkofhyrule565
    @Linkofhyrule5654 жыл бұрын

    If they allow the US to enter by Nov we should share a loaf.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Count me in

  • @johnmarlon6916
    @johnmarlon69163 жыл бұрын

    Morning set with thick buttered toast is one of the many fond memories I have from living in Japan.

  • @stephaniesnider8386
    @stephaniesnider83863 жыл бұрын

    This Is my new fav channel, it’s funny, it’s entertaining, it’s simple. Thank you

  • @ToastieBRRRN
    @ToastieBRRRN4 жыл бұрын

    Funnily enough this video reminds me of a fish and chip shop which is also called the Pelican and is considered "famous " in Whitby where there's always a high demand and long queues despite the minimalist nature of being a fish shop.

  • @mochimozzarella
    @mochimozzarella4 жыл бұрын

    First thoughts in the opening of the video: "Yay Fooood" But then there's the rest of the video... I really can't express with words how I feel about Bread, so I'll just smash the like button xD Thank you for this video, norm! ♡♡♡

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awww thank you as always Tizz!! Glad you left me a comment 😊

  • @jen30551
    @jen305513 жыл бұрын

    I didn't expect a video about a bakery to make me so emotional. I think it's because shops like this are so beautiful and wholesome to me and that so many (here in the US anyway) are disappearing at an alarming rate. It seems like Japan is a place that still has a deep appreciation for the mom n pop shop and of course dedication to craftsmanship. I truly hope to visit one day.

  • @rc4443
    @rc44434 жыл бұрын

    Bread in general brings me joy, watching people love making bread brings me even more joy

  • @Doellimann
    @Doellimann3 жыл бұрын

    I think “only” is a word that doesn’t exist in Japanese culture... if a Japanese bakery makes bread, they usually aim to be the best. My yearly vacation consists of one or two trips so Düsseldorfs a Japanese district called “little Tokyo” and it’s just that; you drive past the main railway station into the immermann steeet and suddenly you are in Japan. Let’s get back... my trips to little Tokyo usually starts with a 5-6 hour drive across Germany and my first stops after arrival are to get an onigiri and then go to a local Japanese bakery. Even if you sometimes don’t know what you’re buying there it’s always delicious! After these two critical stops my program goes on to the local Buddhist temple which must be the most beautiful building I’m come across in 20 years of doing architecture photography and although I’ve taken hundreds of analog pictures there, my first film will be with the same motives. So if you ever happen to be in Düsseldorf, just book a room at the motel one and explore the immermannstraße... get a bowl of Tajikistan ramen or go shopping for stuff you can only get there and breath in that atmosphere of being as close to Japan you can get without leaving Germany. P.s; damn corona, it prevented me from visiting little Tokyo this spring and I really really miss this place!

  • @Ashkimbo
    @Ashkimbo3 жыл бұрын

    Damn it, I was in Tokyo, staying in Asakusa 2 years ago and had no idea about this place. I was in the Apa hotel in Asakusa and there was a little bakery next door that was similar - a nice lady ran the place. Brings back memories of melon bread and vending machine coffee.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    this is your formal invitation to come back! lol

  • @daniboy9198
    @daniboy91984 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making this video. The bread all looks amazing. 🤤🤤🤤

  • @Buttercookies1111
    @Buttercookies11113 жыл бұрын

    I love the simplicity of your video, made me sub. Hoping to watch more like this in the future

  • @KHainstock88
    @KHainstock884 жыл бұрын

    I thought the hungriest I've ever been for bread was a few days ago when I had to travel home with a loaf of delicious fresh baked sour dough, and it was all I could do not to rip off my mask and eat half of it on the subway. That is now the second hungriest I've ever been for bread. Damn.

  • @analennyja
    @analennyja4 жыл бұрын

    Looks so tasty :O

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Definitely is!!

  • @raphaelchan7264
    @raphaelchan72643 жыл бұрын

    I luv this channel, incredibly shot !!

  • @rubytwoshoes1032
    @rubytwoshoes10324 жыл бұрын

    This was a beautiful soulful mini doc. As a girl who grew up with a baker for a mum i can totally appreciate the joy of something so simple. Thanks Norm for sharing, it was perfect. From now on it will be know as a bread of loaf in my house 😋😉💖🙏🏻🇬🇧

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks so much~ #BreadofLoaf4Life

  • @januaryturner3687
    @januaryturner36874 жыл бұрын

    Bread of loaf! I’m going to start saying that 🤗

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    I support this decision lol

  • @Trollioli
    @Trollioli3 жыл бұрын

    Me: OK TIME TO GO ON KETO! KZread: Hey kid, wanna carb up;)

  • @jellydonutsrule
    @jellydonutsrule3 жыл бұрын

    What a charming video. Bread is one of my all time favorite foods, whether it be savory or sweet. And toast is simply magical, it is pure bliss. Thanks for posting.

  • @genna1941
    @genna19414 жыл бұрын

    As a pastry chef (and general bread lover) this video brought me such a zen feeling. Watching it filled me with such peaceful satisfaction...and also longing. I want to try this so badly now. I would love to see more dessert videos.

  • @thetypebeast
    @thetypebeast4 жыл бұрын

    DROP EVERYTHING

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ooooo that was quick lol

  • @derdome1702

    @derdome1702

    4 жыл бұрын

    Pls don't drop babies if u hold them 😅

  • @thetypebeast

    @thetypebeast

    4 жыл бұрын

    Der Dome DROP YO KIDS, DROP YO WIFE, @TOKYO LENS HAS A NEW VIDEO

  • @gobzanuff5078
    @gobzanuff50783 жыл бұрын

    His great-great grandfather used to ask: How many breads have you eaten in you life?...

  • @thisotakusraisondetre5650
    @thisotakusraisondetre56503 жыл бұрын

    Gosh! I love how human you are! All your videos are charming! Thank you for sharing these little hidden secrets of Japan with all of us!

  • @winstonyap1856
    @winstonyap18564 жыл бұрын

    Love the authenticity. Thank you for sharing this memory. The world is a magical place because of such moments.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Such a kind comment Thank you so much~

  • @Mishri98
    @Mishri984 жыл бұрын

    I see plain bread, instant click 🤤

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Smart move 😉

  • @bryannnizurieta8159
    @bryannnizurieta81593 жыл бұрын

    Your brilliant story telling is so nostalgic to things I’ve never even visited

  • @skadoosh3685
    @skadoosh36854 жыл бұрын

    KZread recommendation brought me here. And I'm so glad it did. Such a beautiful and calming video essay. Subscribed ♥️

  • @_captainmagic
    @_captainmagic4 жыл бұрын

    When you're allergic to wheat: ಥ⌣ಥ

  • @byronservies4043

    @byronservies4043

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hmmm. Do I want a rash and itch for a couple of weeks or nah? A conversation I have had with myself for years now.

  • @otakupetrolhead1392
    @otakupetrolhead13924 жыл бұрын

    I love how you have a pretty unique feel to your documentaries even though this one was relatively short, it almost feels like I’m there even

  • @Stormcrow89
    @Stormcrow89 Жыл бұрын

    The tradition, care, and love that is poured into making these loaves of bread is almost tangible. It’s an art form that while it might seem simple, takes time and effort to perfect. This video was amazing and captured the essence of how something so simple can mean so much.

  • @staceydarling3004
    @staceydarling30042 жыл бұрын

    This was such a sweet video! 💕 I came over from the ramen vid. I can’t believe I missed this one when it came out. 👏

  • @juanjosecelada
    @juanjosecelada3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for bringing me back memories of Tokyo.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for joining!!

  • @quynhtranghothi9066
    @quynhtranghothi90664 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making this video! I love your simple narration and casual documentary (you did well interviewing the owner too!). I think what impressed me is how they carried on throughout 4 generations. Sometimes things like this make me appreciate the traditional value they have even more. Btw I'm in tokyo so definitely will give this a try!

  • @colleenm9188
    @colleenm91884 жыл бұрын

    Loved this! Thank you. Your breakfast (snack?) looked so delicious. How great that your neighbor used to give you a loaf of this precious bread from time-to-time. A friendship to be remembered and savored like the bread!

  • @Astran0th
    @Astran0th4 жыл бұрын

    Really nice video. I enjoy seeing those little gems of Japan.

  • @Jonathan-ob7oy
    @Jonathan-ob7oy4 жыл бұрын

    short but very captivating video. Good Job Norm, keep 'em coming

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much mate!

  • @mikarinrolls
    @mikarinrolls3 жыл бұрын

    I first watched your Kitakata Ramen video and now I’m watching this one. I love how you tell stories!

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much~ Glad to have you along for the ride

  • @PaperClipFlip
    @PaperClipFlip4 жыл бұрын

    Great video!! Really loved watching this....I feel hungry now for some reason!!!

  • @stevenswithav
    @stevenswithav3 жыл бұрын

    This was great!! Thank you

  • @enitsantiago1926
    @enitsantiago19263 жыл бұрын

    This was such a lovely video!! I loved how we could see how beautiful and delicate something as simple as bread can be. Would love to see more videos like these ❤️

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @rampager89
    @rampager894 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful vid Norm. I honestly lost touch with Japan vids and it was good to see your vid on my recommendations. Thank you and stay safe!

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    oh wow thank you so much eh~ I feel like you've probably been with the channel quite some time and I hope you're doing well Thanks so much for taking the time to watch

  • @menthalightfoot4948
    @menthalightfoot49484 жыл бұрын

    I love this video so much. What makes it stand out as one of the best, in my opinion, is that it doesn’t fall back on the organizing ifea that “hey look at this interesting thing in Japan” or “look at this interesting thing in Tokyo” as a whole, but really shows the heart of a neighborhood and what makes it special. As someone who has never been to Japan and can only experience it through online media, it took me many years to realize how different the neighborhoods of Tokyo are for each other. So much of the content focuses on Japan as a whole, that I simply didn’t have access to information about Asakusa, Kichijoji, Shimokitazawa, or any other neighborhoods. In the past these were all characterized under the umbrella Of “Tokyo.” In the past 5-10 years I’ve really seen videos about Japan shift towards appreciating the locality of Tokyo neighborhoods, and showing more of the places outside of Tokyo with love and appreciation for their individuality. It makes me appreciate the country so much more for all its complexity. Thank you for making this beautiful film, and thanks to the bakery owner for sharing its story. It truly seems like a pillar of this community.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much~

  • @CapriKoRn
    @CapriKoRn3 жыл бұрын

    More often than not, it's the tiny, unassuming places that touch the soul and speak to the heart of a person's serenity. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @DigitalGenki
    @DigitalGenki3 жыл бұрын

    This is must be the best documentary on bread. Thank you, i'll try and buy some next time i visit japan

  • @aleksmoylan8251
    @aleksmoylan82513 жыл бұрын

    It brings tears to the eyes

  • @Lupcheong89
    @Lupcheong894 жыл бұрын

    Bro, your videography evolved so much! keep up the good work man!

  • @joshuapogar9290
    @joshuapogar92904 жыл бұрын

    As always, impressive work. Even with little footage the editing is spot on.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s so kind mate~ thank you. Really

  • @badhammy
    @badhammy4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the vid Norm, I remember seeing Pelican on one of NHK's 72hr documentaries and was intrigued by their customers coming not just from the prefecture but even further.

  • @spydude38
    @spydude384 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this! I will have to try this place when I'm back in Japan.

  • @DutchieAbroad
    @DutchieAbroad4 жыл бұрын

    You know the voice over is good when you can just stop using B-roll and I'm still super invested! I love these small, informative videos that show a bit of the Japanese culture that normally would go unnoticed. Great job Norm!

  • @luizbaldi
    @luizbaldi3 жыл бұрын

    thanks for such an amazing video

  • @leftydiablo
    @leftydiablo3 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video. Thank you.

  • @megamcee
    @megamcee4 жыл бұрын

    That bread looks amazing. And this video came out right after my binge of bread videos from the Proof Bread channel so it was the perfect thing to watch.

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lol that amazing Didn’t even know there was a bread genre lol

  • @giochacon8354
    @giochacon83544 жыл бұрын

    Great storytelling Norm 👏👏👏👏👏 I was hooked. 😊

  • @nemisysone
    @nemisysone3 жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! That bread does look amazing!!! It's the craftsmanship, the tradition, the thought, the care and the passion put into baking that bread that makes it good!!! And the Japanese are like that with many of their products!!! Great video!!!

  • @DanOnTheGo1
    @DanOnTheGo14 жыл бұрын

    This was a great video Norm. Hopefully when Covid lets up and I can visit Tokyo again I'll get to try some. Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @nigaryazkac8621
    @nigaryazkac86214 жыл бұрын

    Bread means a lot to me so i can understand feeling,super good to show us different side of Asakusa,love it.Thanks Norm 🌿

  • @TokyoLens

    @TokyoLens

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching eh!

  • @bigkamo
    @bigkamo4 жыл бұрын

    I'm quite late coming to this channel, but you've now got yourself another loyal sub. I had some actual tapes (from a MiniDV camera) from an abandoned documentary that I sat on for about a decade, so I watched this with particular familiar interest. I like how you continued the narration without vision - that was bold. Nice!

  • @liopleurodon155
    @liopleurodon1552 жыл бұрын

    1:48 Love that. For some reason I teared up here. Kind of takes me back to my hometown bakery's bread.

  • @xNighevex
    @xNighevex4 жыл бұрын

    Simply satisfying. Bread of life.

  • @glennencarnacion3360
    @glennencarnacion33604 жыл бұрын

    You are such a great story teller with your words and images. You should have a million followers!

  • @LifeWithDavid07
    @LifeWithDavid074 жыл бұрын

    Thanks your videos make my day Better thanks norm

  • @jaelr6570
    @jaelr65704 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I think that shop is so popular because of the philosophy of japan for simplicity. To them, it carries a sense of refinement and quality, so no wonder they are so popular. I hope to visit one day!