LBH in Japan (Losers Back Home)

Summary

In this video, Young James from Tokyo, Japan, reacts to a video discussing the term 'LBH' or 'Losers Back Home.' He critiques the notion that men unsuccessful with women in their home countries find success in Japan, arguing it's often with 'gajin hunters,' those fetishizing foreigners. He humorously addresses the complexities of cross-cultural dating, cautions against seeking a Japanese spouse for a visa, and promises a future video on the topic, all while engaging viewers with his candid and entertaining commentary.

Takeaways

• 🌏 The video is a reaction to a term 'LBH' or 'Losers Back Home', which is used in Japan to describe men who are unsuccessful with women in their home country but find success in Japan.
• 🇬🇧 The term 'LBH' is believed to have been popularized by a UK-based content creator named Liado TV, who lives in Japan and speaks Japanese fluently.
• 🤔 The video discusses the idea that some men, referred to as 'LBHs', may find success in Japan due to a subset of the population known as 'Gaijin Hunters', who are attracted to foreigners for various reasons.
• 🚫 The speaker emphasizes that not all Japanese women interested in foreigners are 'Gaijin Hunters', and not all foreigners in Japan are 'LBHs', clarifying that these are not universally negative terms.
• 😠 The video suggests that the woman in the original video might be upset because she is not receiving the same attention from 'Sheldons' (a term used to describe a stereotypical foreign man in Japan) as Japanese women.
• 🤔 The speaker questions the validity of the original video's claims, stating that the success of 'LBHs' in Japan is exaggerated and not representative of the majority.
• 👍 The video encourages those who are not successful in their home country to go where they are appreciated, even if it means being fetishized for being a foreigner.
• 😡 The speaker criticizes the attitude of the woman in the original video, suggesting that her anger may stem from her own lack of success in attracting the attention of foreign men in Japan.
• 👨‍❤️‍👨 The video touches on the idea that some Japanese people may seek out relationships with foreigners due to a desire for acceptance or to escape societal norms and pressures in Japan.
• 🤷‍♂️ The speaker acknowledges that while some 'LBHs' may not be the most attractive or successful individuals, they should be allowed to find happiness where they can.
• ⚠️ The video ends with a warning against coming to Japan solely for the purpose of finding a spouse to obtain a visa, highlighting the potential power imbalances and disadvantages of such a relationship.

Q & A

What does 'LBH' stand for in the context of the video script?

LBH stands for 'Losers Back Home,' referring to individuals who may not be successful in attracting romantic partners in their home country but find success in Japan.

Who is LiaDuo TV, as mentioned in the script?

LiaDuo TV is a content creator, believed to be from the UK, who lives in Japan, speaks Japanese fluently, and is known for his humorous content. He may have either coined or popularized the term 'LBH' in Japan.

What is the term 'gyin hunters' referring to in the script?

Gyin hunters, or 'gajin hunters,' are individuals, either Japanese or foreign, who seek out relationships with foreigners, often due to a fetish, a desire to learn a foreign language, or because they have been rejected by their own country's people.

Why does the script mention that some Japanese women may turn to foreigners for relationships?

The script suggests that some Japanese women may turn to foreigners because they are seeking acceptance from more open-minded individuals, possibly due to societal pressures or rejection from Japanese men for various reasons such as appearance or personal issues.

What is the speaker's opinion on being an 'LBH' in Japan?

The speaker does not see anything wrong with being an 'LBH' in Japan if one is appreciated and finds success in relationships with those who are interested in foreigners, even if it is due to being fetishized.

What does the speaker suggest about the success of 'LBHs' with Japanese women?

The speaker suggests that 'LBHs' may not be successful with Japanese women in general but rather with a specific subgroup known as 'gajin hunters,' which represents a small percentage of the population.

What is the speaker's view on the idea of coming to Japan to find a wife or girlfriend for a spouse visa?

The speaker strongly advises against coming to Japan solely for the purpose of finding a wife or girlfriend to obtain a spouse visa, as it leads to a loss of power and rights in the relationship.

Why does the speaker describe the girl in the video as having a 'Karen vibe'?

The speaker uses the term 'Karen vibe' to describe the girl's demeanor as she appears to be angrily discussing a topic while maintaining a smile, which the speaker finds particularly irritating.

What does the speaker suggest about the girl's motivation for making the video?

The speaker speculates that the girl might be upset because she is not receiving attention from the 'Sheldons' (foreign men in Japan) and is expressing her frustration through the video.

What advice does the speaker give to those considering coming to Japan for romantic purposes?

The speaker advises against coming to Japan with the sole intention of finding a romantic partner for the sake of obtaining a spouse visa, warning of the potential loss of power and control in such a relationship.

Outlines

00:00

😀 LBHs in Japan: The Misunderstanding of Success with Japanese Ladies

In this paragraph, Young James from Tokyo, Japan, introduces the topic of 'LBHs' or 'Losers Back Home,' a term popularized by a UK-based content creator named Liado TV. The term refers to men who are unsuccessful in their home country but find success in Japan, particularly with a subgroup known as 'gajin hunters.' These hunters are individuals who seek out foreigners due to various reasons, such as fetishization or a desire to learn English. James clarifies that not all foreign men in Japan are successful with Japanese women but rather with this specific subgroup. He emphasizes that while some may view this success negatively, he sees nothing wrong with foreigners finding appreciation in Japan, even if it's based on being a foreigner.

05:00

😠 The Frustration of Being Overlooked: A Reaction to a Video on LBHs

This paragraph delves into the reaction of an unidentified woman who seems angry about the situation of LBHs in Japan. The woman, described as having a 'Karen Vibe,' is upset that foreign men, referred to as 'Sheldons,' are not giving her attention and are instead focused on Japanese women. James suggests that her frustration may stem from her own lack of success in attracting these men and speculates that she might be upset because she is not receiving the attention she desires. He also addresses the broader issue of fetishization and the different standards of attractiveness between Japan and other countries, noting that in Japan, there is a specific fascination with foreign features.

10:02

⚠️ Warning Against Seeking Relationships for Visa Benefits in Japan

In the final paragraph, Young James issues a strong warning against foreigners coming to Japan with the sole purpose of finding a wife or girlfriend to obtain a spouse visa. He argues that doing so puts the foreigner in a position of vulnerability, as they would be entirely dependent on their partner for legal status and support. James emphasizes the importance of not sacrificing one's rights and power in a relationship for the sake of staying in a country. He also promises to create another video to further discuss this issue and ends with a call to action for viewers to send him topics for future videos via Instagram or to join his Discord server for a small fee.

Keywords

💡LBH

LBH stands for 'Losers Back Home,' a term used in the video to describe individuals who may not be successful in their home country, particularly in social or romantic contexts. In the video's theme, LBHs are contrasted with their success in Japan, where they might find more acceptance or success with Japanese individuals, often due to being foreign. The term is used to discuss the dynamic of foreigners finding a different social status in a new cultural environment.

💡Gajin Hunter

A 'Gajin Hunter' is a term mentioned in the script that refers to a specific subgroup of Japanese people who are attracted to or seek out relationships with foreigners. This concept is integral to the video's discussion on why some foreigners, referred to as 'LBHs,' might find success in Japan. The term is used to illustrate the idea that some Japanese individuals may have a fetish or particular interest in foreigners, which can lead to these foreigners being 'hunted' for relationships.

💡Fetishization

Fetishization in the video refers to the act of attributing an excessive, irrational, or unrealistic set of attributes to a person or group based on their foreign status. It is related to the theme by highlighting the potential reasons why some Japanese individuals might be attracted to foreigners, such as a fascination with their exoticism or a desire to learn English. The script uses this term to critique the superficiality of such attractions.

💡Social Skills

The term 'social skills' in the script refers to the ability to interact effectively and appropriately within social situations. It is mentioned in the context of why some individuals might be considered 'losers back home,' possibly due to a lack of these skills. The video suggests that in Japan, these individuals might find success because the social dynamics are different, or they are appreciated for being foreign.

💡Success

In the video, 'success' is used in the context of romantic or social achievement, particularly for individuals who may not have found it in their home country. The script contrasts the success of 'LBHs' in Japan with their lack of success back home, highlighting cultural differences and the appeal of being a foreigner in a new environment.

💡Animaniac

The term 'Animaniac' is used in the script to describe the appearance of the woman in the video being reacted to. It refers to a character from the animated series 'Animaniacs' and is used here to imply that the woman has an exaggerated or cartoonish expression, particularly when she is angry or upset. This term is part of the video's critique of her reaction to the 'LBH' phenomenon.

💡Cultural Fetish

Cultural fetish, as discussed in the video, is the act of idealizing or obsessing over certain cultural traits or characteristics, often to the point of stereotyping or objectification. The script uses this term to explain why some Japanese individuals might be attracted to foreigners, viewing them as exotic or desirable based on cultural differences.

💡Rejection

Rejection in the script refers to the social or romantic disapproval one might face in their home country, which could lead them to seek acceptance elsewhere. It is tied to the theme by illustrating why some individuals might find more success in Japan, as they may not face the same level of rejection as they did back home.

💡Power Dynamics

Power dynamics in relationships are mentioned in the video in the context of foreigners seeking a spouse visa in Japan. The script warns against the imbalance of power that can occur when one party holds the ability to grant or revoke a visa, suggesting that this can lead to a loss of autonomy and control for the foreign individual.

💡Spouse Visa

A spouse visa is a type of visa that allows individuals to live in a country with their spouse. In the video, the term is used to caution against foreigners moving to Japan solely to obtain such a visa through marriage, as it can lead to a loss of power and rights within the relationship due to the spouse's control over the visa status.

💡Trolling

Trolling in the script refers to the act of deliberately provoking or mocking someone, often for one's own amusement. The term is used to describe the video creator's interaction with the woman in the video, suggesting that his reaction and commentary are intended to provoke a response or elicit laughter from his audience.

Highlights

Introduction of the term 'LBH' or 'Losers Back Home' and its recent popularity in Japan.

Misinterpretation of the term 'LBH' by the young lady in the video, suggesting it refers to men successful with Japanese women, which is disputed.

Explanation of 'gyin hunters', a subgroup of Japanese people interested in foreigners for various reasons.

Discussion on the social issues in Japan, including bullying and the impact on Japanese men's preferences.

Clarification that not all Japanese people who date foreigners are 'gyin hunters'.

The speaker's view that there's nothing wrong with 'LBHs' finding acceptance in Japan if they are fetishized.

Critique of the young lady's video, suggesting she is upset for not receiving attention from 'Sheldons' in Japan.

Commentary on the different standards of attractiveness between the US and Japan, with a focus on foreign men.

The speaker's personal encounters and experiences with 'gyin hunters' in Japan.

A strong warning against coming to Japan solely for the purpose of finding a wife or girlfriend to obtain a spouse visa.

The power dynamics in relationships when a foreigner relies on a Japanese spouse for a visa.

The speaker's intention to create another video discussing the topic of foreign men seeking Japanese wives for visas.

A humorous self-critique of the speaker's earlier harsh comments towards the young lady in the video.

The speaker's advice to not be the person who seeks a Japanese spouse solely for the sake of staying in the country.

Invitation for viewers to send video topics via Instagram and information about joining the speaker's Discord server.

Transcripts

what's up y'all young James coming at

you once again from Tokyo Japan today we

are going to be reacting to a video

again however this video is in English

it's not actually in Japanese however it

is still about Japan I don't know if you

guys have ever heard of lbhs LBH losers

back home but it's a term that's been

quite overused overused and used quite

liberally here in Japan recently I

believe it was popularized by liado TV

who is a really funny Foreigner I

believe he's from the UK he lives here

and speaks great Japanese he makes

content I don't know if he coined the

term or he just popularized it but

regardless everyone's talking about lbhs

lately everyone's talking about losers

back home and this girl this this young

lady here is talking about LBH is on uh

I don't know if this is on Twitter

originally or this looks like it was on

Tik Tok but I just saw that this someone

posted this onto Twitter and I watched

like the first 20 seconds of the video

and I thought it was kind of funny so I

want to react to it and without further

ado let's let's get into it and let's

let's see if she's spitting facts or if

she's spitting

trash in Japan there is a term for men

who aren't necessarily successful with

the ladies in their home country that's

right that's why we say losers back home

because back in their home country

they're not successful maybe they lack

social skills maybe they're dorky they

can't get ladies and they come to Japan

and they are really really successful

with the Japanese ladies let me pause

this right here she says they are really

really successful with the Japanese

ladies this fellas this is Cap these

gentlemen who are losers back home they

come to Japan they may be successful

they may find success that they did not

find in their home country but that is

not with the Japanese ladies that is

with the gyin hunters guyene Hunters

I've talked about this before a specific

subgroup of Japanese people or could be

foreign people in in general but it's

it's gy a Japanese word people who are

hunting foreigners because they have

some type of fetish about foreigners

because they want to learn English often

because they have been rejected by their

own country's people often because

they're crazy I don't know if you guys

know about this but like bullying is

quite a problem here in Japan they

always say that like men bully each

other and they bully women a lot and if

girls like even do small things like dye

their hair Japanese men reject them if

girls maybe go to therapy cuz they have

trauma

Japanese men reject them like Japanese

men are very picky about things so often

a lot of these girls will just turn to

foreigners they'll try start trying to

learn English to be accepted by more

open-minded people now is that a bad

thing I don't think so at all want to be

clear I don't think that's a bad thing

however when she says these lbhs come to

Japan they're very successful with the

Japanese

ladies not really true not really true

they are successful with the guing

hunters the ging Hunters are a small

percentage 10 5%

5% of Japanese women or

men and by the way that does not mean

that anybody that dates a foreigner any

Japanese person that dates a foreigner

is a gajin hunter also doesn't mean

gajin Hunters are bad people there's

overlap obviously if anyone's going to

be in the comments like oh I know

somebody who dated a Japanese girl and

and she wasn't a guing

hunter the outliers don't disprove the

rule anyways let's let's let's keep

going so first of all this she's wrong

on that but she is right about lbhs if

you are a loser in your home country you

can't get any attention you can come to

Japan and you can find someone who will

like you just for being a foreigner and

if you are okay with being fetishized

like that I see nothing wrong with it be

my guest go where you are appreciated go

where you are wanted if you guys want

that coochie and and the coochie is only

coming to you just because you're a

foreigner your name may be Sheldon you

may have never gotten anything back in

your home country I see nothing wrong

with it guys go where you are

appreciated and this term is LBH or

losers back home so these LBH are losers

back home they would not slay at home

like in the US but in Japan they slay

and believe me they they do not slay

they slay the GUI Hunters which are very

easy and they've been passed around by

every single other dude named Sheldon

who weighs 135 lb soak and wet pizza

face Sheldon they've been passed around

by every single Sheldon out there who

has come to

Japan now am I being am I am I overe

exaggerating am I being a douchebag yes

of course but a good amount of them are

going to be like that believe me I've

I've I've had my run-ins with them and

additionally it's kind of like I said

man a lot of a lot of these these people

will be rejected by the traditional by

the Japanese people and then they turn

to foreigners because foreigners will

accept them and obviously does that mean

that they're all bad people but a lot of

times they're a little bit crazy or

there's a reason they were rejected and

yeah know I know men who have a roster a

roster of Japanese

women why is this girl so angry like

she's got that like Karen Vibe you know

you know that Karen Vibe how something

like there's nothing more rage inducing

than a chick who's like she's not just

angry she's like doing the smile thing

while she's like talking angrily about

something that clearly pisses her off

it's like it's like when she's like

excuse me excuse me yeah yeah there was

a fly in my food yeah there's nothing

that pisses me off more than that if

you're if you're going to be angry if

you're going to be talking about some

[ __ ] that pisses you off just just be

honest with it this whole like oh and

and they come to Japan and she's clearly

upset this girl this girl seems to be

clearly upset that she's not getting

that attention if she's in

Japan a lot of like I know American

girls who have done the same thing they

come to Japan and they realize they

don't like the men here and then they

realize the foreign men that are here

are a bunch of sheldons and then they're

upset like that also and then they

realize even the Sheldon ain't giving

them attention because the Sheldon are

interested in the Japanese girls and

even if they don't want to [ __ ] the

sheldons they still want that attention

and when they're not getting that

attention it pisses them off and then

they they make videos making fun of

losers back home which like I said

before I don't really have anything

against losers back home like if you

guys are going to where you're

appreciated and you're and you're

getting something dude good on you man

all props to you more power to you but

this girl this girl seems to be upset

she she might be a really nice lady and

maybe I'm a douchebag but she seems to

be upset and and maybe that's maybe it's

because she looks like an Animaniac not

sure but uh let let's

continue some of these men have been

with hundreds hundreds multiple hundreds

not true She is totally capping this

girl is totally capping and like I said

she is probably upset cuz she's here and

in Japan and she's not getting attention

from the Sheldon and she's like how come

these lame dudes aren't even giving me

attention they're only given the

Japanese women

attention Japanese women and it shocked

me but now I get it you come to a land

where the girls are known for being

fetishized by Foreign men and then you

come there and then you get upset that

they don't give you

attention the men that come here are

often just trying to get the Japanese

women cuz they're they're fetishized

they're obsessed with the Japanese women

they just want that anime

coochie I guess if you're an Asian woman

that grew up in an Asian country and is

only used to seeing Asian people maybe

you are very intrigued by a white guy

that's true and that is very true for

third world countries talking about the

Philippines we're talking about Vietnam

they see the the the Great White Hope

they see the white guy they see the

money in Japan it's not exactly the same

they have a great standard of living

here they're not seeking that green card

to go back to your country and and and

be saved from their poor country not

really the same there are like I said

there are the gaji hunters here there

are the people here that just seek out

foreigners and are obsessed with

foreigners and they will only like you

cuz you have blonde hair and blue eyes

but it's not a large percentage of

people

here so there is a difference in

standards in the US if you were to ask

who's the hottest male Hollywood actor

you'd probably hear Bradley Cooper Brad

Pit uh but in Japan they say it's I love

I love me some Brad Pit I don't know

about y'all Eddie red B all right who

the who the hell what did she say Eddie

red who the hell is Eddie

redvan it's Eddie

red I don't know what she's talking

about I've never heard of that

dude but I have heard Japanese women

talk about how they love Brad Pit so I

don't know what she's talking about but

who the hell is Eddie redvan Ed Eddie

redm

hold

on yo all right she was spitting she was

spitting with this one cuz this look at

this dude bro this

guy this [ __ ] guy looks ex like when

I say Sheldon like the type of foreign

white dude that comes to Japan this is

Sheldon and this is like a like a

slightly goodlook version of Sheldon but

this is Sheldon this is this is is the

this is the prototype for the white dude

that comes to Japan and she cooked with

this one I ain't going to lie she was

spitting here and let me just say this

Dude Looks So British it's not a

compliment but he looks so British and

he is British

right

an dude an English actor this Dude Looks

So

British and and yeah she cooked here I

ain't gonna lie so shout out to this

girl I I apologize for being kind of a

douchebag to her

um she actually like legit even though

she looks like an Animaniac she's kind

of pretty she's kind of pretty and and

I'm sure she's a nice girl but uh I do

apologize for having to go in on her a

little bit for for trolling her a little

bit and yeah but regardless uh those are

those are my general thoughts on being

an LBH a loser back home here in Japan

and also guys I'm going to make another

video on this but whatever you do do not

do not do not I repeat do not come to

Japan for the purpose of finding a wife

or a a girlfriend but let alone a wife

do not come to Japan for the purpose of

trying to find a wife let alone to get

their spouse visa so you can stay here

terrible idea terrible idea you're

giving up all of your rights all of your

advantages all of your power in the

relationship you have no power here you

have no power here

and you are entering 100% into the

woman's frame if you come here and you

search for a a a wife to give you a

spouse visa so you can stay in this

country she can cheat on you she can do

whatever the hell she

wants and you have no power because she

holds your visa she holds all of your

rights she speaks the language you need

her to do anything here to do anything

and

everything and it's it's a rant for a

different time I'm going to make an

entire video on that but don't don't be

that guy don't be that guy anyways

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