In the early 17th century, the religious ban was issued in Japan. However, some people secretly kept their faith. They are called “Kakure Kirishitan” which means “Hidden Christians”. Their heritage sites are mainly in Nagasaki and Kumamoto (Amakusa).
I took a trip to Nagasaki to trace their history. I am glad I did. I encountered many more beautiful things than expected.
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Some travel tips
Sorry. Kuroshima Island, which I visited in this video, is not recommended for those who don’t speak Japanese. It’s not very accessible, so quite difficult to travel to.
Instead, I strongly recommend going to Fukue Island. It also has a very deep history of hidden Christian. You can get there by plane from Fukuoka as well as by ferry from Nagasaki City, and there are some hotel options. Fukue island is part of an archipelago called the Goto Islands, so you can also visit the other islands.
Nagasaki Prefecture is full of things to see and do!
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My camera: https://amzn.to/3qmWjdF
My favorite lens: https://amzn.to/43Tp3Jr
Filter I used during this trip: https://amzn.to/3DREsiC
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Twitter: twitter.com/RyoCreation
Instagram: instagram.com/ryocreation
mail: sorekaramelancholy@gmail.com
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The songs
1- Felt Like November – Magnus Ludvigsson
2- Jingle Bells (Acoustic Version) – The Wamsutters
3- Midnight in Tokyo – Sayuri Hayashi Egnell
4- Villa Harmonieux – Dusty Decks
5- Jamais perdu – Lo Mimieux
6- Realization – Valter Nowak
7- Home – Ever So Blue
8- Far Away from the Past – Hanna Lindgren
9- Empty Jar – Christophe Gorman
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I have 2 things to tell you. I am trying to write this as unemotionally as possible.
I got married last month. It hasn't been that long since I met her, so I didn't expect to get married this year, but that's life (in a good way)! No kid yet, but with any luck, next year, or in 2025 maybe?
The 2nd announcement is that this will probably be my last video.
My life is no longer just mine. I will have to spend my time for my family, that would make me happy. I know there are people who have families and still do YouTube or something, but I am not that talented.
I said "this will probably be my last video" because there is no 100% in life. So probably, but most likely.
There were a few times when I wanted to quit. For the first few months, no one really watched my videos. I wondered what was the point of doing this while shooting and editing. Even after I got many subscribers, it wasn't all good. I received mean comments, and sometimes racist comments about Japanese people. But more than that, your positive feedbacks encouraged me.
Originally, I started this with the casual intention of doing it just only during the pandemic. I never thought I would continue this long.
Thank you all.
I especially want to thank those who supported me on Patreon and those who tipped me here. I still can't believe that people so far away from Japan are paying for something I created. I also want to thank those who subscribed in the very early stage. Like I said, I remember well that for the first few months my videos were not really watched by anyone. I was encouraged so much by comments from those who subscribed such channel.
I also know that there are types of people in this world who never comment but secretly support someone very enthusiastically. Thanks to you as well.
Well, those who are watching my video for the first time right now may be a little confused. I will thank you too if you take a weekend to watch all my videos and subscribe. Just kidding. Thanks for watching (my fans have endured these kinds of boring jokes for years).
Maybe what I want to tell you most is not that I got married or that this is the last. It is that I am truly grateful to you guys.
Thank you so much.
congrats on getting married 🎉 really happy for you ^^ wish u all the best ^^ your videos gave us enjoyment, its as beautiful and peaceful to watch as always ^^ hope u will have more happier life now ^^ and whenever you decide to come back we will be hear waiting for you ur fellow subscribers ^^ with big love from Georgia ❤
Congratulations Ryo. Best wishes to you and your wife. I have really enjoyed all your videos especially this last one. I learnt another lesson about Japan’s history that I didn’t know before. I will miss your videos but life goes on and your new life is just beginning. All the very best to you both. Love and peace from Australia ❤
🥰This is wonderful news. Congratulations on your wedding!! I have enjoyed all your great adventures and your photos. Thank you for sharing those great moments. One of my favorite quotes, “That last page turned is a perfect excuse to write a whole new book.”
~ Toni Sorenson ~
🙌 So happy for you.
Thanks for sharing your last travel vlog. I wish you'll have better life with your new family soon. I'll be missing your all travel scenes since you created yours. Best wishes from Korea.
Hey Greetings! Congrats on getting married. Been a while since you uploaded. Hope you will have a successful future. Merry Christmas!
Congo Ryo!
I’ve been watching you for a while now. Although it is sad that this might be the last video but I’m delighted to hear that you are doing well and congratulation on your marriage and hope it last forever. I will never forget the videos you put on the internet and it meant a lot to me. Thank you very much!
A beautifully told story 🙂 lots and lots of happiness in the rest of your life!
Tout est magnifique dans tes vidéos. Le cadre, le rythme, les musiques et la narration. Merci du partage 😁
Congratulations on getting married! 🎉 I feel sad that we’re probably not going to have new videos but who knows? Maybe you and your wife can find new joy going out and filming many hidden places in Japan… Wishing you many many years of happiness.
From 🇰🇷 Congratulations!!! And I cheer for your new life.
First of all, congratulations on your wedding and I hope you have a happy marriage and life!
It is pretty sad that I probably won't be seeing any new videos from you here. You are one of my favorite creators in Youtube; I've not yet found anyone who made these types of videos the way you do – such a great combination of topic, silent storytelling/narration, shot composition, and choice of music. My favorites are probably your old videos showing your daily lives, and seeing how you turn something usually so mundane into something so beautiful, at least to me, is something wonderful. The old channel name of Sorekara Melancholy is truly a fitting name for those, I think. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating these little masterpieces in this corner of Youtube.
In the end life goes on, and as you found your own way, I can only hope that we could meet again in some type or form in the future. Much love and appreciation for all that you do, and I wish you all the best!
Okay, since you might be leaving us then I just want to sincerely thank you.
I've told you before in the comments of other videos that I think you are the number 1 content creator in the "Japan space".
And I actually disagree with your statement, I do believe you are that talented.
But I respect your decision, and as much as it hurts to say I think it might be a good decision.
Thank you for everything and have a nice married life =)
This was one of my 3 favourite blogs, I'll miss it a lot!
Thank you for your effort and may you have a very blessed future
There are not more channels like this 😢
Sad to hear you are not going to produce more videos but who knows. When you share your past work with your wife and family (hopefully) they will get to know you so much better and one day you might make another video. You are a talented story teller and video as your medium has given me and 100,000+ others so much pleasure.
Congratulations 🎉 We will miss your videos absolutely. I have kept your videos and watch whenever i feel lonely or stressful. Heartfelt thanks for soothing ideas from your videos. Happy New Journey 🎉
Congratulations on getting married! However really sad that this will(possibly?) be your last video. Thanks for sharing your travels, I really loved it! I wish you all the best in the next chapter of your life, Ryo!
SASEBO MENTIONED 🗣 🗣 🗣 🗣 🗣
Thanks for the journey through all the years!
I am happy for your new life, I wish you and your wife a beautiful life together! you really deserve it.
I found out about your channel during the pandemic and I recommended it to all my friends and coworkers. I love your country and I love your videos. It's a little sad to know that this may be the last time I see something on your channel. I just have to thank you. for your time and for the unique beauty of your videos, it really moved me when I saw them and made me very happy.
Thank you very much for everything, warm greetings from Argentina.❤
Congratulations on getting married! Thank you as always for your beautiful videos. They are meaningful in many ways and I personally have enjoyed every one of them. Here's wishing you and your wife a wonderful journey together!
i think its good if East Asian ban those Abrahamic religions. Dont bring sectrian conflicts like 30 Year Wars, Crusades, Sunni vs Shia, Israel vs Palestine etc to East Asia
Thank you for this beautiful video.
Congratulations on your marriage ! I am sad to hear that this is probably your last video. I send a heart-felt thank you for all that you have given us. I truly have loved each of your videos. It is clear that you put in so much time, effort, and care to each and every one. For this I am truly appreciative. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and success !!!
What a pensive and thoughtful video. Thank you for sharing!
Very interesting video. I love how it combines your signature tranquil and contemplative style with a historical topic. Japanese Christians of that period really went through a lot of persecusion for their beliefs, a subject I was first introduced to through Martin Scorsese's film Silence.
On another note, many congratulations for getting married! I wish you a happy family life. Not gonna lie, I will severely miss your videos – they are always an inspiration for me and a true comfort. But I'm grateful to have stumbled upon your channel Ryo back when it had a different name altogether. Who knows, maybe one day while I'm sitting in front of my computer thinking about the global economy I'll notice a new Sorekara upload on my YouTube homepage. 😉
เป็นคลิปนำ ชมสถานที่ที่ดีมาก ดูไปอ่านไปแล้วรู้สึกซึ้ง ละสงสารคนคริสต์สมัยนั้น แต่เอาเข้าจริงๆถ้าเขายังมั่นคงอยู่จนถึงปัจจุบันนี้ก็โคตรน่าภูมิใจ และพระเจ้าอวยพรเขาจริงๆ
Finding your second half is a great thing! Congratulations! I wish you the very best. Oh, and, of course, thanks for the videos! Watched them all with great interest.
Having a person to share your life, joy and sorrow is beautiful. Thank you for everything from COVID-19 to now, sorekara
Congratulations on your marriage and I wish you well in your next stage of life. I’ve enjoyed your videos and would like to thank you for sharing your travels with us all. Your country is very beautiful and it’s been a pleasure seeing it through your lens. ❤
Thanks for giving highlight to hidden Christians. The last time I was in Japan, I lingered for quite some time at St. Mary’s Cathedral. I hope someday to do the same in the places you have shown. Sending my best wishes for this new chapter in your life. May you and your family enjoy a long and healthy life. Now, I can't wait to binge-watch all your videos!
First of all many many congratulations for your new life.Thanks for changing my life. I am glad you are happy and safe.I (Hritesh) subscribed your channel when you had 55 subscribers. I saw your youtube journey from starts now its most likely came to an end.I missed your home vlog videos and now i will miss your channel for all of my remaining life.Your humor always matched and refleced myself in you.I am now feeling like i lost someone. Every video made me calm and gave unique perspective of life. Thanks for all that you have given to us.
If it is possible please try to upload 1 video in a 6 month. I know it's a unlikely dream which will never happen. This same feeling happened when i lost my mom 12 years ago. I didn't saw your face or met you as a person but you are important person of my life. I don't know how i will take it from hwre but right now i am flowing with emotion. Wish you will find happiness and achieve everything you want. I know if you read my comment this will be your last reply to me but i am waiting……
I am feeling like i lost someone who is my inspiration and made bigger impact in my life.
Thank you and once again many many congratulations for your married life. Say hello from me to your family members.
Thanks of all Ryo. I'm from Italy and I've enjoyed every of your touching videos since the "Sorekara Melancholy" times. I've always thought that you are exceptionally talented in storytelling. I've appreciated your attention for the small things, the perfect chilling music, your intimate filming style, your thoughts shared in the subtitles and your funny jokes. Your videos even helped me during some tough days.
Not gonna lie, I'll be missing your videos so much 😭 I wish you all the best with your new life chapter! And I will be here again if you eventually decide to return ❤
Thats super awesome Ryo! Congrats on the marriage. Getting married that quickly sounds like you two are enjoying your time together and that is very important.
I have appreciated all of your videos. Thanks so much for doing them and sharing them with us. If you make more videos or not, thank you and keep kicking butt.
Congrats on your marriage, if this is the last video then it was a beautiful and moving one. Thanks for all your hard work, may life treat you and your family kindly!
what a way to make an announcement❤…. i liked all your videos ( actually haven't watch some yet starting from the taiwan vlog😅 also busy here but for some reason, i felt i need to watch this while having lunch… now i know)… thanks for sharing your life status and best wishes to you and your wife…. sure, do what seems fit to you but keep this channel and cime back whenever you want to…. many people will still be reached by your videosn they're awesome, well put together….i think this is my first time to comment😁…. i am silent viewer and glad you are aware of the diff kinds of viewers❤…. God bless you!!!! we'll be waiting for you🙏….