I'm currently in japan and I definitely felt the stares wearing shorts. I felt underdressed among the Japanese. As you mentioned, they are all very stylish in japan and I stuck out like a sore thumb in my shorts and white legs.

Japan is hotter than the surface of the sun but humid in the summer. I wore shorts all the time and I didn't care at all what anyone thought.

Hi I'm Japanese living in Tokyo. But I've never heard that you shouldn't wear shorts. I also often wear shorts during summer. The only reason I don't wear shorts in winter is simply because it's cold.

Ever since I moved to Aomori in japan, bright colors and body hugging clothes have been stowed away because locals in general don’t want to stick out. It’s a hidden code of conduct that nobody wants to touch on. Dressing for warmth is a priority up north but I guess in Tokyo you can afford to be a bit more fashionable with milder winters.

I've never heard of that in Japan, but in some other asian cultures it is considered distasteful to show your knees, more so when in religious sites.

I was just there and wore some shorts in October on a long early morning walk and then went into Ricoland. Ended up buying motorcycle pants to wear for the train ride back because I felt kind of a vibe. Felt a little weird at times wearing my usual Northern California everyday wear sometimes. One thing coming from California, some Americana/Surf/Skate look seems kind of appreciated here in a modest street style. For example, you could probably show up in full Bass Pro Shop gear and people will love it.

Tell them it’s your gaijin cosplay clothes.

LoL here in Michigan the hubby says shorts, hoodie and crocs/sandles are normal till we get a significant snow, only then he busts out the pants.

Thank you for tutoring many people in the world on functions of Japan.

My father tells me that back in the day it was considered inappropriate and completely unacceptable for men to wear shorts in Buenos Aires, it could be in the middle of summer - over 100 degrees and shorts would be frowned upon in the city. Men would not be allowed to ride the bus if wearing shorts. So interesting lol.

Americans place an emphasis much higher on comfort over style

I just got home from Japan a few hours ago. I miss it already. I looked for you John, but couldn't find ya. Loved my trip, I recorded tons of videos and yes 1 day I did wear shorts and a short sleeve shirt, but for me it was a little cold for that.

Ever since I took an early retirement 5-6 yrs ago, I've been wearing cargo and sports shorts everyday. There were even a year or two I NEVER wear a pants. Whenever we go to Japan, I always wear pants, because we always came during winter. It's cold, so no brainer. But there were twice I wore cargo shorts in Japan, once in Tokyo and once in Narita, to buy breakfast. It was very cold but I had no time to change from waking up gear. We need food and the store was just nearby. Also, from the airport in Manila, I wear a cargo shorts, only to put on a pair of pants once we touched down, as it begins to feel cold.

After being in Japan so long, it is not up to others to say how to dress appropriately. Content is why people look at live streams, not how one is dress while livestreaming with exception related to fashion subjects. We enjoy the streams. Nice to see Kanae and Rio today. Thanks John.

Thanks for tackling this topic, John. As a traveler in Japan, I think I've tried to look somewhat formal, even though I do wear jeans and Hawaiian shirts, etc. But I've never packed shorts thinking that it wouldn't be appropriate. But next trip, I'll pack some shorts for sight-seeing and hanging out. But for meetings and public events where I have to speak, of course I'd try to look work-casual. I don't wear ties much though, except for showing off some of my collection of American bolo ties. Interesting stream, John! And thanks for your insights, Kanaye!

I seen workers in pizza shops here in USA , wearing shorts , even in Winter. The culture in Japan is way different than here in USA, way different in many ways.

Good that you point out there are no rules about clothing as such. I guess the point about wearing shorts is similar to how it feels in parts of Italy, Spain and France when wearing shorts: The adult locals never do it and so you will stand out. I am happy that at least some part of the world has not gone totally casual such as is the case in the UK and the US where adults walk around in what can only be described as glorified PJs. Perhaps another aspect to Japan is that at home, Japanese often wear a kind of thin athletic shorts as their pajamas. They sell these as sets with a matching baggy t-shirt at Uniqlo. So wearing shorts outside the home or outside of athletics may seem out of place like wearing swimwear on the train. I don't think it is collectivism as Japanese clothing choices are otherwise incredibly diverse.

Shorts are ok if you're not at work. Even at my work in Arizona (where the temp reach 110+ in summer) we're not allowed to wear shorts for work attire. Ofcourse the AC is turned up so high in the buildings there's times when I turn on the space heater under my desk lol! Anyway, other than work, I never had issues wearing shorts in Japan.

Planning to visit Japan and bought green 💚 bright color jacket BCOS it's getting cold , i choose it BCOS it's easy to see at anytime rather than dark color, i don't really care

I’m an Aussie living in Japan. I wear shorts most of the time. I wear long pants when I go to official places or too cold.

I get lots of looks in shorts even running in Japan. But I do remember wearing long pants a lot more than I wanted in summer to not be the weirdly inappropriate gaijin when I lived in Kyushu.

ive worn a skirt a few times in a heat wave, its much cooler than shorts to say the least. i cant say id try to try this while in Japan.

What about perfumes?? I read somewhere that Japanese ppl doesn’t like smells from perfumes… even deodorant.

I wear shorts and sandal almost everyday in japan during summer trip. Also somedays in spring and autumn. I sometimes think i am strange there because most japanese doesn’t wear shorts and sandal. And one Japanese style is multilayer cloths which i can’t do it.

Hello John, you have a beautiful family. Here in Florida I wear shorts everyday even at work. If I visit Japan I'll pack my shorts, pants. Unfortunately all I have are red sneakers. Red is my favorite color. I don't mind sticking out. Looking forward to visit Japan one day

I live in the Netherlands and i wear shorts the whole year round except for work. I feel more comfortable wearing shorts than long pants. Even if the te temperature goes below zero i still wear shorts.

I would say that it depends on the occasion where to wear shorts and where not.

People can be so silly. Unfortunately the internet attracts trolls. Don't worry about them. Myself and my kids love your channel and have never found you inappropriate in any way. As a matter of fact we all watch you because of your way of being so fun, entertaining, informative and you have such an incredible way of handle uncomfortable people and situations should it happen. These days people are so rude and extreme but you handle yourself so well. We look forward to your stream everyday. 🤗

John I'm 71 and I've been wearing shorts for years now what are long shorts just below the knees there very comfortable. the show Two and a Half Men one of the lead actor Charlie Sheen wears them in almost every episode with a bowling shirt to boot. long live Shorts. your just fine John, and it's great to see the family spending time together too.

They obviously have not been to Singapore, shorts & slippers are pretty common.

I’ve wanted to know if it’s ok to wear dress boots to a business meeting?

I’m white, 6’0”, 350 lbs, long hair, long full beard…I couldn’t stick out any more in Japan if I was wearing nothing! At least in Tokyo, even well into November I’m still burning up in shorts and a tee shirt.

You are so HUMBLE and that what differentiate you from other's and your lovely wife too..Do more Brother...Thank you always for your work.

People that probably told you this probably never have been to Japan before. I see Japanese people in shorts here in Japan and even in summertime they wear flip-flops and go to the beach. Totally normal. It’s not a common attire just like you said a lot of people dress for work or even school but it’s funny that a lot of people are giving you a hard time. It’s good that you are educating people. There are many more attire that would be more offensive. Long shorts is not one of them. The people that are giving you a hard time would have a culture shock if they go to Tokyo Disneyland and see what the girls wear there.

It would be interesting if you could show how people dress daily in a place like a traditional Japanese fishing village. It made me curious after watching a Vietnamese fishing village. 🤔🙂👍 By the way, I love seeing Japanese married couples holding hands! It’s adorable! ❤

In summer everyone wear shorts in Osaka. Downtown not so much but in the burbs 100%

I think with or without shorts, in Japan it's really hard NOT to get some stares, especially as a foreigner… Just don’t think too much into it 😅

🎃Happy Halloween everyone 🎃

Shorts are great! Common sense is wear what is appropriate. Like Kanae said.

I live in Minato Mirai. Japanese dude was wearing shorts and flip flops this morning right outside this Nissan building

Happy Halloween to you and your family. What's Leo going to be for the holiday? Just curious.

Haha. I wore shorts and eventually a bright orange rain jacket throughout my trip. Didn't realize I was dissing tons of people.

I watched a video from Ramblac done in August in Gunma. There were lots of Japanese men wearing shorts. And at least a hand full wearing jeans.

My impression about glasses in Japan is that they are fashion items for those who want to wear them, so go for the glasses with just glass in them if you want to, the store staff would probably be happy to sell them to you. Have not done it myself, but this is my impression.

It's weird not seeing hoodies. I'm the typical American living in my hoodie. If I came to Japan though, I'd be hiding inside under a kotatsu instead. It looks so comfy always wanted to try one.

How funny! I think my husband and I would stick out anyway lol, so I wouldn't really care if people stared! 😅

I love people watching and you can tell where people are from just by the shoes they wear. Clothes can be pretty generic but for some reason shoes are more distinctive.

your signature flat cap more than makes up for your angus young look.

Off topic, but your wife's smile is GORGEOUS. 💖

My husband is Japanese and has an unhealthy love of cargo shorts 😂 I call them his “grandpa pants”. ETA: He’s Okinawan but lived in Tokyo for 7 years, not sure if that makes a difference. But not in the winter 😂

i always feel so underdressed here in japan haha

My friends wear shorts only when at home. I personally never wear shorts, don't look good on me. One thing about seeing people wear shorts in public, is that 90% of the time it's a gaijin. It raises to 100% when they wear flip flops.

leaving in 2 days for Tokyo, it's going to be 80 degrees! I'm wearing shorts, my alternative looking group will already be standing out with our piercings, brightly colored hair and tattoos

I’m visiting Japan next month, i like to drive car in that Gate Tower Building 😄

Inappropriate? Nah. Out of place in late October? Yes. It's one thing to be walking about in the city or Ameyoko but the level of out of placement increases as the situation around you caters to different segment of the population. So if you wanted to shop for nice suit for work, I would not wear shorts. Of course, if you look foreign anyway, maybe it still wouldn't matter because there's the gaijin pass.

You should make a KZfaq Shorts video about wearing shorts in Japan. 🤓

Whaaat here in Gifu men wear shorts all the time. It’s less common for women, but they do wear shorts, but after living here for 6 years I care a lot less and wear whatever. 🙃

I wear pants only if I have too. Shorts all day every day!

Is still mandatory the use of masks in public spaces for everybody in Japan or only in Tokyo?

You don't have hairy legs - that helps. I wouldn't subject the citizens of Japan to my hairy milk bottles 🤣

I don’t care what I wear at home. It doesn’t matter cos I get stared at anyway no matter what I wear. The price for being gaijin in Japan.

Please do a segment on beachwear.

In Osaka, there are girls who wear shorts, and I mean the micro shorts.

I wear cargo shorts all the time - at home, in the park, in the city, at the supermarket, at church, at the airport, while in an airplane, in Japan, in Singapore, in the US, in Manila, during summer, during spring, during fall, and even during winter. And I really don't care what people think. The only time I wear pants when there are occasions for it - weddings, corporate functions, when I'm snowboarding....

The same goes for short sleeved shirts. I love the disruption it causes! I am in short sleeves all year, but from mid October onwards it freaks people out, and makes them feel cold! It’s madness, and a great way to discover of your Japanese friends, or students, have even one brain cell. Those that question me don’t.

You would not want to get bad eyesight. Just get the frames with normal lenses

my guy is tripping. i saw japanese guys walk around in their underware and robe

Agree pants more to avoid mosquitoes.

Hairy Legs? Adults didn’t used to wear shorts in town or in the city in Japan when I was here a couple decades ago. That was usually the uniform of young kids. However, adults might wear shorts casually on the beach or such. In Tokyo people dress up and tend to be conscious of style especially. Osaka is more of a be yourself place. Why not where shorts? People might think you didn’t care about fashion. If it’s winter they might think you’d be cold and weren’t prepared somehow, . Also, if somebody had hairy legs it might be embarrassing if people side stared and commented which they do, although more quietly than in some parts of the world. Even years ago I don’t think there was a rule or any prohibition though.

In certain neighbourhoods around Tokyo I felt VERY self conscious for not wearing a dress shirt, blazer and dress shoes

Check out TabiEats...They wear shorts a lot on their travel videos.

Hotels are strict. We couldn't eat at a restaurant what looked like no better than a coffee shop because we weren't considered dressed appropriately (wearing shorts in the middle of summer in Osaka) in the hotel we stayed in and opted to get room service. 😒😡

How do they feel about a gothic lifestyle

The cars in Japan are so awesome, can't get these models in Europe.

Women are wearing super long skirts these days around most areas of Japan, not skirts anymore except for high school kids. Researchers have shown there is a correlation between skirt length and the near future economic outlook. Really? Have heard there was also a correlation on BigMac prices and the economic outlook.

I wear shorts all the time during the summer in Japan and I have never noticed the people looking at me. But I do have noticed that I have never seen an adult wearing shorts. So I asked my Japanese girlfriend, and she told me that it is usually kids who are wearing shorts. But I should not care because I’m a foreigner.

Heheh, you're funny. Are you from VA? Is that why you mentioned southern VA?

Kevin riley wear every season shorts^^

@ONLY in JAPAN * GO -- your poor wife. She married an Ohioan. We will wear shorts until the snow flies. We also grill when it is snowing. It's not unheard of us cutting grass in December.

Wearing shorts in Thailand is fine too. Not that rude.

I am in Quebec Canada and I wears my sandals until it is 5 degrees so yes people give funny look.

I always want to wear Techwear if it's appropriate in Japan.

I’m 6’4 I stuck out anyways, so I might as well be comfortable lol

I like to wear shorts when I can.I am only able to use them a couple months out of the year.I do alot of walking and I like to be comfortable.However as a member of the fashion police I must tell you that it is an offence to wear the shorts with a long sleeve shirt.

Yeh true like kanae said if your out causally is fine if your going to a meeting yeh long pants looks more professional!!! Good to see the gang out John!!! P.s can’t beat Tom n jerry Leo!!!! 😬👍🏻

Lol I was even wearing shorts (rarely) when working in Japan on my working holiday, especially in Summer and usually noone had any problems with it (I worked in an international company so I was not the only one though and it wasn't often) but outside especially in Summer ... every day, noone seemed to have a Problem with it and I was out with many Japanese friends every now and then and noone said anything. Of course you could say they didn't say anything because they didn't want to be rude but some of them even told me I became fat so yeah I don't think those would have said nothing not to be rude XD

You should see how people dress walking through Kabuki Cho at night.😁

I see folks dress up, get dolled up in Tokyo. It’s nice but I’ll wear whatever is comfortable, even athleisure.

John wears shorts in Ginza. True legend. 😎

I have a disdain for PJ wearers in public probably because it got my brain into thinking did i just walked into 7eleven or someones house?

Ive heard wearing tank tops is rude,unless you do some sports such as running

I wear shorts all the time here in Australia you might as well go make if people get discussed with people wearing short in Japan

What kind of womble would say it's rude/impolite to wear shorts in Tokyo🤣😂🤣? Dude it's not rude to wear shorts in Thailand at all. I'm living there now after moving from Tokyo.

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With your hat you would look like a professor if you wore glasses. That would be a cool look as an alternative. You can just get the ones for looks with just glass lenses no prescription like some Koreans like to do. 😁👍

I am an asian still foreigner, and im currently in japan too. 70% japanese stared at me like im weirdo

Dark color is dangerous as t night

That was a click bait ;) Happy to hear I can bring my short pants next Summer to Kyoto :) How about sandals and socks hahah

It´s the ultimate "Dad look". Do you have fitting sandals too?

I once arrived in Japan just wearing running shorts, t-shirt and slippers. I was held up and questioned after immigration officer screening. After 20 minutes, they released me. Hahaha.