After 8 Years, I'm Leaving Japan...

Summary

Ranzo, a content creator who moved to Japan in 2016, announces his departure after eight years. Initially planning to stay for just one year, Ranzo started a YouTube channel in 2017, documenting his experiences and challenging stereotypes of Black people. He reflects on his journey, the growth of his family, and the evolution of his channel. With a new vision from God, Ranzo is leaving Japan temporarily but promises to return. He invites viewers to engage with his new Christian channel and hints at a follow-up Q&A to address questions about his life in Japan.

Takeaways

• 🎥 The speaker, Ranzo, has been silent for 7-8 months and is addressing his absence from his channel.
• 🌏 Ranzo and his family are leaving Japan after living there for eight years, which is also the length of time since he started his YouTube channel.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 The family, which includes two daughters, Tiffany and Abigail, initially planned to stay in Japan for only one year but extended their stay significantly.
• 🌱 Ranzo reflects on the growth and expansion of his family and the experiences they've had, including traveling across Asia.
• 📹 The channel's content has focused on documenting and interviewing to challenge negative stereotypes and amplify voices, particularly of black individuals in Japan.
• 🌟 Ranzo feels a sense of accomplishment but also acknowledges that there is more work to be done in terms of representation and breaking stereotypes.
• 🔄 There's a shift in Ranzo's life vision, moving from focusing on his channel to a 'grander vision' that encompasses a broader human experience.
• 🕊️ Ranzo discusses a spiritual transformation that has occurred over the past few years, which has influenced his decisions and the direction of his life.
• 📈 He mentions that while he has done significant work, there is a feeling of having reached a plateau in Japan and a desire to explore new experiences.
• 🔄 The decision to leave Japan is not permanent, and Ranzo hints at a future return with a new perspective and possibly a new direction for his content.

Q & A

How long has Ranzo been in Japan?

Ranzo has been in Japan for eight years since his first arrival in August 2016.

What was the original plan for Ranzo's stay in Japan?

The original plan was for Ranzo to stay in Japan for just one year.

When did Ranzo start his YouTube channel 'BEY'?

Ranzo started his YouTube channel 'BEY' on September 5th, 2017.

Why is Ranzo leaving Japan?

Ranzo is leaving Japan to return to Canada after spending eight years in Japan, which was longer than his initial plan.

What has Ranzo been doing during his time in Japan?

During his time in Japan, Ranzo has been creating content for his YouTube channel, traveling across Asia, and doing interviews and documentaries.

How has Ranzo's perspective on Japan changed over the years?

Ranzo initially experienced homesickness but eventually grew to appreciate Japan's culture, safety, and beauty. He also noted the importance of mental stability and safety, which he feels is a greater challenge in Japan.

What are Ranzo's thoughts on the impact of his work in Japan?

Ranzo believes he has done good work in Japan, inspiring others, and contributing to a better understanding of black people's experiences. However, he acknowledges that there is more work to be done.

What is Ranzo's higher vision beyond his work in Japan?

Ranzo's higher vision is focused on something of eternal significance and a greater mission beyond the African diaspora and the specific experiences of black people in Japan.

What does Ranzo plan to do with his YouTube channel after leaving Japan?

Ranzo plans to release all the remaining videos he has and then the channel will evolve according to the new vision he has received.

How does Ranzo feel about the possibility of not having done everything he could with his channel?

Ranzo feels a bit guilty and believes he may have not given his full effort to the channel, suggesting he has given it about 75% of his potential.

What advice does Ranzo have for other creators?

Ranzo advises creators to embrace their authenticity and not to try to emulate others, but to express their unique 'flavor' and work towards self-improvement.

Outlines

00:00

🌟 Reflecting on Vulnerability and Life in Japan

The speaker, Ranzo, opens up about his contemplation on being vulnerable and the depth of his discussions. He acknowledges a long absence from his channel, which has been noticed by his audience. Ranzo reveals that he and his family are leaving Japan after eight years, a significant announcement hinted at in the video's title and thumbnail. He recounts their move from Canada to Japan in 2016, the growth of his YouTube channel since its inception in 2017, and the various documentaries and interviews he has conducted across Asia. Ranzo expresses gratitude for the audience's support and shares his intention to provide more insight into his experiences and lessons learned from living in Japan.

05:02

🌏 Embracing Cultural Perspectives and Personal Growth

Ranzo delves into the broader perspective he has gained from living in Japan and traveling across Asia, contrasting it with his Western upbringing. He reflects on the cultural differences and the universality of the human experience. The speaker discusses the societal structure in Japan, highlighting its cleanliness, peace, and advanced state, while also acknowledging the mental health challenges faced by its people. Ranzo shares his personal journey, including the initial homesickness, the growth of his YouTube channel, and the various opportunities he has had, such as speaking at companies like Facebook and Google. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and the insights he has gained from interviewing numerous individuals about their experiences in Japan.

10:04

🔍 Authenticity and the Creative Journey

Ranzo discusses his encounter with a higher purpose and a shift in his focus from his YouTube channel to a greater mission. He admits to feeling a sense of guilt for not pouring himself into his channel as much as he could have, reflecting on the balance between his work and his spiritual life. The speaker stresses the importance of authenticity in creative work, encouraging others to embrace their unique identities. He shares his philosophy of not wanting to replicate others but to stand out and be true to himself. Ranzo also touches on the idea of self-improvement and the importance of presenting the best version of oneself to the world.

15:05

🏞️ Exploring Japan and the Desire for New Experiences

Ranzo expresses a sense of fulfillment and completion regarding his experiences in Japan, having traveled extensively and deeply engaging with the culture. He shares his thoughts on the similarities across various regions in Japan and the impact of his travels on his perspective. The speaker also acknowledges the darker aspects of delving deeper into Japanese society. Ranzo discusses his initial homesickness and how it transformed into a desire to stay and explore more. He reflects on the time spent in Japan as a significant portion of his life and considers it time to move on, driven by a desire for new experiences and a change in personal vision.

20:06

🔄 Transition and Future Directions

Ranzo confirms his departure from Japan is temporary and not the end of his journey or his channel. He assures his audience that he will return and that the channel will evolve, aligning with a new vision given to him. The speaker invites viewers to engage with a new channel, hints at releasing more videos, and expresses his gratitude for the support he has received. Ranzo concludes by encouraging viewers to ask questions for a follow-up Q&A session, emphasizing the openness to discuss any topic and thanking his audience for their ongoing support.

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Keywords

💡Vulnerability

Vulnerability in the context of the video refers to the emotional openness and honesty the speaker is considering to express. It is a central theme as the speaker contemplates sharing deeply personal thoughts and experiences with the audience. The speaker's internal dialogue about being vulnerable is evident when he says, 'I'm just here, thinking to myself, like should I really be vulnerable.'

💡Announcement

The term 'announcement' is a keyword as it sets the stage for the video's primary message. The speaker has a significant revelation to share with his audience, which is that he is leaving Japan after eight years of residence. This announcement is a pivotal moment in the video, as it marks a new chapter in the speaker's life and the channel's content.

💡Japan

Japan is a keyword as it is the location where the speaker has spent the last eight years of his life and where the channel's content has been primarily based. The country serves as the backdrop for the experiences and lessons shared in the video, as well as the place the speaker is departing from, making it a central element in the narrative.

💡YouTube Channel

The 'YouTube Channel' is a keyword as it represents the platform through which the speaker has documented his experiences in Japan. It is also the medium through which he shares his announcement and connects with his audience. The channel's evolution and future are discussed in relation to the speaker's personal journey and mission.

💡Personal Growth

Personal growth is a keyword that encapsulates the speaker's journey of self-discovery and development while living in Japan. It is evident in his reflections on the lessons learned, the changes he has undergone, and his contemplation of what the future holds as he leaves Japan. The speaker's growth is exemplified by his statement, 'I think we've done some good work, we've inspired other people.'

💡Cultural Perspective

Cultural perspective is a keyword that highlights the speaker's observations and insights into Japanese culture and society. It is a significant aspect of the video as the speaker shares his experiences and contrasts them with his Western background. The speaker's cultural perspective is showcased when he discusses the beauty and societal structure of Japan, as well as the challenges faced by its people.

💡Family

Family is a keyword that underscores the personal aspect of the speaker's decision to leave Japan. It represents the support system and the reason behind some of his life choices. The speaker mentions his family's growth, indicating that his two daughters, who have spent a significant part of their lives in Japan, have been influential in shaping his experiences.

💡Authenticity

Authenticity is a keyword that reflects the speaker's commitment to being true to himself and his values. It is a recurring theme in the video as he encourages others to embrace their uniqueness and share their authentic selves with the world. The speaker's emphasis on authenticity is clear when he says, 'the world does not need another ranzo... it needs me as I am.'

💡Mission and Vision

Mission and vision are keywords that signify the speaker's sense of purpose and direction in life. They represent the guiding principles that have shaped his decisions, including his departure from Japan. The speaker's mission and vision are deeply tied to his spiritual beliefs, as he mentions that God has given him a 'different vision' and a 'mission' for his life.

💡Content Creation

Content creation is a keyword that encapsulates the speaker's work on his YouTube channel and his approach to making videos. It is integral to the video's theme as the speaker reflects on his journey as a content creator and the impact of his work. The speaker's dedication to content creation is evident in his discussion of his various series and the evolution of his channel.

Highlights

Contemplating vulnerability and the depth of sharing personal experiences.

Announcement of leaving Japan after eight years of residence.

The channel's inception in September 2017 and its journey since.

The initial plan to stay in Japan for only one year versus the actual eight-year stay.

Family's growth in Japan, including children's experiences and education.

Travels across Asia and the impact on the channel's content.

The struggle with physical safety versus mental stability in Japan.

Observations on Japan as a beautiful society with a peaceful and clean environment.

The importance of mindset and its impact on living experiences in Japan.

The channel's role in challenging negative stereotypes and amplifying voices.

Inspiring others to start their own journeys and the broader vision beyond the channel.

The decision to leave Japan and the feelings of completeness in the journey there.

Reflections on the channel's content and the creator's personal investment in it.

The creator's higher mission and surrender to a greater vision beyond personal plans.

The upcoming change in the channel's direction and content.

Invitation for viewers to engage with the creator's new Christian channel.

Gratitude expressed to the audience for their support and participation.

Transcripts

you know so far I've said a lot of words

right I've said many things and I think

I'm not being entirely honest in some

regard and I I I'm I'm just here

thinking to myself

like should I really really be

vulnerable you know I'm contemplating if

I should really go as deep as I want to

go and I think I

might hey guys what's up so it's ranzo

here so I'm it's been a long time maybe

I don't know 7 months probably 8 months

somewhere there and some of you guys

have been asking like where has ranzo

gone I've seen comments as recent as

yesterday saying he just disappeared

right like what happened to the Channel

all these things but I have an

announcement to make and uh you've

already seen the title you've already

seen the thumbnail so I'm pretty sure

you know what the announcement is we are

leaving Japan it's been eight years

right so we actually came here the first

time uh in 2016 August right so actually

in addition to that it's been 8 years

since we've been in Japan but also uh

it's been 7 years since I started this

channel bej right so September the 5th

2017 was the day when I gave birth to

this channel that you're watching me on

and we've done a lot of work you know

you guys have seen the documentaries you

guys have seen the interviews in Japan

and across Asia in certain select

countries right so you've been with us

from the beginning if if you have you

understand you've seen the journey and

the progression and uh I want make an

announcement so since we we first came

to to Japan in August

2016 and uh well I came August 2016 my

wife came like a a few weeks or a couple

weeks there about before I did and um

when we came the plan was to be in Japan

for just one year right we moved our

family from Canada right uh Miss Saga

Canada to Tokyo Japan me and my wife and

our first daughter Tiffany who is now 9

years old and now we have a second

daughter Abigail she's to

right so the family is expanding the

family is growing and since we came to

Japan you know I've traveled across Asia

traveled to different countries but in

all that time uh the the country that we

left uh to come to Japan we've not been

back we have not been back to Canada

right and it's been a long time it's

been many many years and uh finally here

we are uh you know we're leaving Japan

so by the time you're watching this

we've already left um we're no no longer

in Japan um you know we are somewhere

else and uh I might do a video or live

stream or something of that nature after

the fact and you know give you know just

talk to you guys a little bit more uh

but before I even that I want to uh give

you guys some I guess some information

some feedback uh based on my experience

the last time I did a video like this

was in 20 uh 20122 I believe I think I

was I was driving and I was telling you

guys about like uh I think lessons I've

learned uh having live lived in Japan

for six years at that time uh at that

point but now it's it's been you know uh

7 years well a BJ 7 years old but it's

been uh 8 years since we've live lived

in Japan and uh you know some of you

guys again have reached out to me and me

ask me like you know like hey are you

okay like what's happening all these

different things and uh you might have

noticed a shift and uh you might be a

little bit concerned and wondering like

what has happened to ranzo what has

happened to the black experience Japan

uh but I do believe we've done some good

work you know we've done some good work

we've inspired other people uh you know

that have started their own Journey uh

in similar niches right and uh stuff

like that so I I think we've done a good

job uh in my own estimation you can let

me know if you think I've done a good

job or not in the comment section down

below um we you know when I initially

started the goal was uh to uh to lambas

the negative stereotypes right of black

people and of course some people would

argue and rightfully so that the job

hasn't been complete in terms of like uh

a repairing um the the image of black

people of course not by our own doing

but the the doing of those who uh mean

people mean people that look like me and

you ill or wrong but but I think we've

made some inroads in terms of

platforming black people uh you know

giving people a voice amplifying their

voices um and we've inspired people to

move to Asia right A lot of people have

moved to Asia as a whole uh this region

and also Japan and and Vietnam and and

South Korea and different countries um

you know within this region uh so I

think we've done good work right we've

uh so many things uh we've done and so I

think uh if someone might ask asked me

like ranzo so uh is the job done uh my

answer my answer to that is there's more

work to be done but as I said before in

a previous video or live stream I did

maybe months ago there's a grander

vision and there's something Beyond uh

you know bej there's something beyond

the the experience of black people The

Human Experience um and that's kind of

like what I've been spending my time

doing uh for the last how many months

it's been all right I haven't been

active on BJ but I've been active in the

Lord's work um some people call this is

the Lord's work uh but I'm talking about

a greater Vision beyond the African

diaspora Beyond uh just you know our

struggles indeed which are real uh you

know we live it every single day right

myself you know um but there's something

greater and I I I I phrase it like this

something of Eternal significance and I

think that has consumed my life in a

good way uh and I'm in a way better

place that I was even you know when I

was focusing exclusively on bej is this

the end of being DJ because we're

leaving Japan but in reflecting like how

has it been um I think it's been uh an

amazing journey uh the plan again wasn't

to be here for this long the plan was to

be here for one year right and now it's

eight years so we've multiplied one by

eight right so now we're here um 8 years

later you know Tiffany is going to

Japanese School uh she speaks Japanese

and you know she's pretty much grown up

uh as a a black Foreigner in Japan so

you know she has Japanese ways and she

has a you know our ways as well um but

it's been a you know an amazing

experience of course we've learned a lot

of things we've tried different food

I've been you know throughout Japan ex

uh extensively hhin uh interviews

documentaries different countries all

these different things been featured in

the Japan times you name is I spoke at

different companies of Facebook and

Google and companies in Singapore and

and different stuff like that right um

been interviewed by different people um

but I haven't done that many interviews

to be honest like people interviewed me

I haven't done a few you might be able

to find them online but for the most

part you know I've been doing the

interviewing right um but whatever I

learned you know I I was thinking about

this video before I I hit record uh in

terms of what can I relay to everyone

that's watching this video in terms of

what this experience has uh birthed

within us or contributed to our Human

Experience uh I I was thinking to myself

like what can I share um you know there

of course there's a Multiplicity of

things that we've learned uh since

moving to this side of the world right

our Western mindset you know is is is is

Western right because we we were born

and bred and raised you know in the

Western Hemisphere so there's a certain

way of doing things a certain way of

being that when we come when we came to

the east we had a different uh uh

perspective we got a different

perspective of things you know the just

in terms of how the world is and he

understand that even though we're all

humans right we have very different ways

of doing things uh culturally speaking

but of course at the core of our being

we're still humans so I was just trying

to think about something you know that I

could convey the last video we I spoke

about uh that I did two years ago 2022

uh was about mindset and that is still

relevant uh to this day right mindset is

very very important and of course I've

interviewed so many people who have

shared very good gems right um in terms

of how uh to have the best best

experience you can while living here uh

indeed but I think I'll make some

observations some some maybe General and

specific observations based on just my

the way that I've experienced Japan and

also through the the eyes of other

people you know through whom I've lived

vicariously by virtue of them sharing

their stories with me um I think one yes

is a very beautiful Society in terms of

even where I'm looking right now there's

no trash in sight um nature is all

around us I'm I'm a nature L as I've

said before time and time again um it's

peaceful is quiet um you don't have to

worry about your physical safety

um I think more so in Japan the the the

issue is not physical safety but more so

mental stability and safety in terms of

depression and and in terms of

loneliness and and and relationship

issues I think those things uh in terms

of the purpose of being the purpose of

existing I think uh the people of this

land struggle with that more than

anything else right in terms of the

physical landscape and and and the

structure of society for the most part

in terms of what we see it seems to be

of course quite Advanced and and a place

where as a foreigner we can can benefit

from it uh I think maybe more so because

we're not uh beholden uh uh or ins

sneered rather by just the the dictates

of society because we're Outsiders right

and we'll always be that way and that's

fine uh but that's like our superpower

in the sense of we we come and we can uh

you know experience and contribute what

we what we have to this society as a

whole so so in that sense yes it's you

know it's an amazing place I remember

the first time when I came the first

year I had a homesickness Believe It or

Not uh I think for the first 6 months uh

it was very very challenging actually

and and even though the plan was to stay

be here for one year I wanted to move

back uh within that first 6 months of

being in Japan uh after moving from

Canada um and then it kind of start

started to grow on me uh started my

first YouTube channel back in uh it was

December 2016 when I looked at the the

date on YouTube and then that was my

first channel and then of course BJ was

birth uh September uh

2017 and then um some other channels

between their smaller channels but then

there's another one that I uh gave birth

to um in 2021 and that was when after my

my encounter with God in 2020 2020 like

a a serious encounter and that's where

I've been and I don't think I've

abandoned uh the vision you know I think

someone said I have a higher vision and

that might turn away someone said to me

uh you know like the way that you know I

do things and my flavor because I

contribute who I am to the channel so

that stands out from other people who

have been inspired by us um and doing

different things right it's like like

I'm a part of the journey uh I gave

birth to this by God I believe um I had

this thing in my heart from I was a

young boy until I was able to

conceptualize and and give birth to what

you guys know as BJ um and of course

there is a a sort of flavor that I give

to it that somebody else won't have

because they're not me right so so I get

that um and I I believe I've poured out

and contributed uh significantly in in

that regard but now there's a higher

Mission and you might be asking like

what will happen to this channel I'm not

enely sure I do have like unreleased you

know content and things like that to

release and share with you guys and

maybe at some point I will you know uh

release those videos maybe actually

after this one you might see a ton of

videos uh for the next few weeks you

know going into October you know maybe

um just wrapping up all the things that

I've done and then uh to see where uh

the vision that I initially had will

take us right as you know as time passes

things evolve and of course family

expands and all these things and now

that you know we're leaving and heading

west uh the question then becomes like

what is in store for us and also the

channel that we've uh you know we've uh

given birth to and nurtured over these

years and to be honest I I do feel a

little bit guilty uh in a sense because

you know the Bible says you know

whatever whatever your hand find to do

do it with all your might meaning pour

out yourself uh with such Excellence

that you have nothing else to give and I

don't don't think I've done that with BJ

I've I've done every now and again I

might touch on a few different things

and have done something quite

significant I think uh but I don't think

that level of consistency in in making

sure that I do everything that uh is

that concerns BJ with all my might I

don't think I did that um so in a sense

at a at a not a significant level I've

done a disservice I think because

there's so much um uh but I think to be

honest I think I've given it

maybe 75% right so there's like a

25% um in regards to effort and uh best

practices and and going deeper and being

really invested um even though to a

certain sense in some aspect I was and I

think that was where my issue began

because for me I was so consumed by the

work uh you know traveling all the time

and doing all these things I I neglected

the more important or the most important

thing rather in my life which is my

relationship with God and and neglected

that and uh and God had to uh reprimand

me just brought things into view for me

to to remember the most important thing

and I think I'm thankful for that and

that was four years ago you know so

we've we've still been on the journey uh

since since that time you know we've

done good videos started new series that

people across the world have picked up

you know in different countries and you

know cuz I'm always trying to do

something different that's me I'm always

trying to be different from everybody

else while the prevailing ideology is

that you copy mine is never to copy mine

is to to be different like how can I

stand out from somebody else because for

me that's always been a thing as a

creative person I just don't want to

replicate somebody else I want to be

myself authentically 100% And I believe

if there's one message for me to share

with any Creator out there or anyone is

to embrace who you are in terms of your

signature your your your your flavor so

to speak not to try to emulate or what I

guess ation is not really that bad kind

of it really depends how far you take it

but to try to express who you are

authentically you know the world does

not need another ranzo the world does

not need another you it needs you it

needs me as I am right and and when I

say these things I'm I'm trying to be a

little bit careful in terms of the way

I'm articulating articulating that

because I don't want you to think that

uh certain things about yourself that

needs work or

Improvement is is something that you

should neglect I'm not saying that of

course constant selfimprovement right um

and sometimes there are things that we

believe about ourselves that aren't true

and I think it's important to identify

those things and work on those things uh

to become the best version of yourself

so the best version of yourself right is

is who I want you to share with the

world not you know

not you know the part of yourself that's

you know maybe still broken or uh you

know not really where you need to be

that part of yourself all right and be

that person all right strive to get to

that level and then be that person you

know so far I've said a lot of words

right I've said many things and I think

I'm not being entirely honest in some

regard and I I I'm I'm just here

thinking thinking to myself

like should I really really be

vulnerable you know I'm contemplating if

I should really go as deep as I want to

go

um and I think I might um let's

see I feel

like I don't know I I know this is

not it's not accurate but it it it in my

own estimation it seems to be the

reality like I feel like I've

experienced all there is an experience

in Japan uh it's been 8 years you know

of course I've traveled extensively

because of what I do right so I've been

to not all the prefectures I guess that

was a goal at one point but I've been to

most of them um so you know and most

places in in Japan are quite similar

right so I've been you know around I've

done a hitchhiking series which was

definitely an amazing uh series and

journey experience for myself one of the

most impactful I think experiences

living in Japan and I think that has

colored my my uh my my experience and

also my perception and perspective of

things here uh but I do feel a part of

me feels like I've done uh uh I've done

you know I've done a lot of course and

I've experienced a lot and I feel like I

don't know I feel like it's time to move

on I do feel that if I'm being really

honest in my honest estimation uh all

I've accomplished all I've done um you

know all I've seen of course there's

more uh I could you know become fluent

in the language and spend my time doing

all that and then enter into another

layer of Japan and go deeper um and then

the deeper you go the darker it gets

unfortunately um but I do feel honestly

speaking you know some of you guys have

never been here before uh some of you

guys have traveled and visited and you

want to come and live and I think and of

course for you it's going to be like a

really enriching experience you know

something different and new for you and

you know just so much to learn and see

and that's why I like Japan because it's

different from where I'm from so it's

there's so much to learn and you know I

like spontaneity I like uh new you know

like newness and and and all these

things uh but I do feel it's been 8

years y'all that's a long time you know

almost one decade of our lives in Japan

so I've spent a significant portion of

my life in this land um and

uh I do feel in myself

that yeah I I think it's time I do feel

like it's time however okay so so there

are two things right so to be complet

completely transparent in my estimation

I

think it's time to leave that that's

what I I feel right we've done so much

and all these things we have like you

know two children now and you know and

Japan is one country of many um so

that's one so based on my own estimation

I think it's time to leave I've done a

lot uh you know gained a lot uh learned

a lot uh gave a lot um but I

think I've come to the end of myself in

terms of

my plan or vision for Japan because when

I came here and the thing is actually my

plan wasn't to be here this long my plan

wasn't to start a start a YouTube

channel my plan was come here for one

year right but of course one year became

two and two became three and now we're

at uh year number eight but I realized

that the reason why we came I was

talking to my wife about this the other

day and we were trying to like you know

go back

into just how this journey to Japan

began and I was sort of tracking uh my

life in retrospect just looking at

things that happened in my life at at

certain times and realized that God had

a plan uh for us to come to Japan before

I even knew

that he had a plan right so the whole

time from being in Jamaica I think what

17 years old going to that that language

school there and uh getting my you know

trying to go deep and then eventually

moving to Japan in 202 uh

2016 um you know

uh I had a you know my own plan I just

wanted to come and just visit and travel

for a year and just experience Japan

that's it come here for adventure but

then bej came and that wasn't a plan of

mine it just happened um and then

uh the Lord spoke to me in 2020 and he

has given me a different Vision well his

mission and vision for my life not my

own so now the ranzo you're looking at

right now is not someone that's driving

his own life but the Lord is driving my

life he's taking me where he wants to

take me so you're looking at someone now

that surrendered to what God wants and

that's why I'm not so concerned about uh

you know like uh YouTube bej and

different things about like what next

it's more so God's Vision so now at this

point after so many years I'm living my

life in a way where I am in the the

passenger seat and God is driving on my

behalf so for me it it is the question

is what does he want me to do and he has

given me a vision and he has given me a

mission and that's what I'm focusing on

now and some parts of it I'm intimidated

about but he's spoken to me clearly and

you know giving me his vision so whilst

you know we're taking a trip right so

some of you guys you know you clicked on

this and say now he's leaving I am you

know I'm returning to the that uh we

left 8 years ago and uh but it's not

indefinitely right so so there for those

of you guys who are in a little bit like

nervous and wondering like what's

happening like is he really leaving like

no what's going to happen to the channel

and all these things it's it's it's a

it's a an important trip but it's it's

not the end it's not indefinite right so

I'll be back okay so this part of my

life I think I'm making it official now

to

say the bej that

you you knew me for

it's run its

course and the next layer the next the

next

Journey uh will be a little bit

different it will look a little bit

different um I think some of the themes

might be similar but there's an

evolution happening and that's where God

is going to take this channel to where

he wants it what I'm going to be doing

is I'm going to be releasing all the

other videos that we have and there are

a lot actually uh to release um I might

release all of them or maybe just some

of them because of course I've done

different you know trips and stuff like

that that I might share um but I'm not

sure yet but the I think some of the

most important the more important videos

I I'll share with you guys and then

thereafter the evolution begins in terms

of what God wants to do with this uh

Channel and uh in the meantime in

between time if you want to see what

I've been doing or what I've been up to

uh just check the link in the

description down below the very first

one and I might I'll also pin that

channel in the comments as well and look

I want you guys

to uh again you know like this video

share this video

uh and also I want to do another one a

followup and so I'm giving you the

opportunity for those of you guys who

have watched this far uh so you've

earned this opportunity right now to

just leave me a comment right down below

and said look and just say uh star apple

that just came to my mind just put star

apple and I might sound a little bit

corny and cheesy but put star apple say

star apple so I know that you guys

actually uh watch to this point this

point in the video and write a question

I'm going to do a follow-up Q&A Q&A

video right question and answer and just

you know ask me questions you can ask

questions to my wife as well and my

daughter who's nine uh she's now in

grade four in Japan and if there's any

questions you want to ask us about life

in Japan anything anything at all

nothing is off limits at this point uh

even though I'll go through it

afterwards but if you if you put star

apple right whatever question you ask

you have a higher probability of me

answering that question in the follow-up

video so again thank you so much for

watching uh you know until next time I

love you guys right so if it wasn't for

each and every one of you guys who who

have watched my videos subscribed to the

channel commented shared the channel

shared the videos uh shared your stories

and all these things I wouldn't be where

I'm at today so I'm grateful forever

eternally grateful to every person that

God led to this channel right to share a

story to comment to watch to share to

view to do all these things I appreciate

every single one of you guys and uh now

we're going to be releasing the

remaining videos and then the new

Journey Begins until then check out the

new channel again it's a Christian

channel for those of you guys so if you

want to and like what is he talking

about we can check it out in the

description and the comment section down

below until next time God bless you all

I'm leaving Japan but I'm returning uh

and then uh the new Journey Begins until

next time God bless you all bye for now