Chris Broad: "Every Video I Try to Challenge Myself" - YouTube, Japan, and Culture Shocks

Chris Broad is a Youtuber and filmaker who started his YouTube channel, Abroad in Japan, in 2012. Chris has built a loyal global following with his signature blend of dry humor, cinematic visuals, and deep dives into Japanese culture, society, and travel. What started as a side project during his time on the JET Programme has since evolved into a full-time career spanning hundreds of videos, several travel series and most recently, a bestselling book detailing his decade-long journey living and working in Japan.

In this epsiode, Anotoni Lee speaks with Chris to discuss his love of filmmaking; what drives his creative process; the challenges of building a YouTube channel; and what it means to share a country’s culture with millions of viewers.

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Credits:

Host & Editor: Antoni Lee

Producer: Jan Maciejewski

Directors: Jan Maciejewski & Guy McEwing

Composer: Ariana May

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