How did the invite to Buckingham Palace come about? What did I say to the King? Does this make me a Lord now? (Sadly no). All the answers lie in today’s rather bizarre episode recalling a sequence of events that felt like a weird dream.

Connor always flexed how he got verified on Twitter first, I think this is your way that you can one up him 😂

"Mr. Broad, the King would like to meet you." "Only if the Emperor of Japan is there too, I need to be efficient with my time."

I honestly think Chris is more than just "KZfaqr" I think he's closer to a travel journalist and writer really

*NATSUKI AT THE PALACE.* HM: 'Why hello, Mr. er... _Natsuki._ Such a pleasure to meet you." Natsuki: _"Like a fkng King!"_

Turns out Chris had to practice that "if you meet the Emperor" bow after all.

Chris touched the royal sausages

Never cut yourself short Chris. The first thing I thought when tuning in to watch the banquet was that, this would be a perfect event to have you and Sharla to attend. Then to my surprise, you were both there. I was so proud of you because this was truly an honor and they indeed deemed your contribution to Japan as a British citizen very important. You both represent a younger, current population of people bridging cultures. You indeed had a best selling book which many could never put on their resume. You both belonged there and I am more than sure you did a fantastic job.

So apparently both the British royal and Japanese imperial households see you as an exemplar of the type of relationship they want between the two countries.

"Your _Majesty"_ for a king, Chris. "Your Highness" is for a prince.

The Rise of Sir Barry Chopsticks and the Yakitori Shogunate!

Natsuki at Buckingham Palace would be an amazing thing. I also wish Pete could have driven you up in the Toyota Century...that would have been amazing. Great work Sir Chris Broad.

in Canada Chris, I'm 59 and love you tube. my 80 year old parents watched the majority of you and Connor do the cyclathon. Really enjoy everything you guys do!

We are never going to hear the end of this, nothing will top this for Chris.

Chris im 64 and my husband is 75 , were Australian and we love you tube , its a fabulous resource for travel and you and Sharla are my favorites 😘

We don't always stop learning new things at 45. I'm 79 and have following you and Sharla for years as well as several youtubers such as Cathy Cat from Ask Japanese. More than 50 years ago I was using Fortran and Cobal . My first computer had a massive memory of 64KB and of course my phone has more power today

Really great story, Chris. "Sir Chris." 67-year-old subscriber here. I've been watching you and Sharla and everyone else for many, many years. "New to the podcast" since you started showing it on KZfaq -- I haven't been one to use the proverbial "wherever you get your podcasts" stuff. My gosh, there are so many quality things going on in your videos -- the wit, the humor, the video and audio quality, the music, the sheer production quality, and THE FUN! Sharla has always had "her way" of doing things, and it's just so enjoyable to spend some time with her. Then all of the things you do with everyone else -- Wacky Weekends, the cyclethons, and it just goes on. I "cut the cord" a few years ago (cancelled cable TV) mostly because "there wasn't anything on" that I found worth watching. What I wound up watching most of the time has been plain-old KZfaq videos -- like yours. Really great quality stuff, every single day. And it's not like I'm some big fan of Japan or anything like that -- whatever you folks are up to, it's always well worth watching. Keep up the good work, and we'll see you next time!

Chris, you earned your invite to that dinner. Your presence was far more valid than certain outgoing failed pms and former pms, like cameron, who did everyone dirty. You have done some very silly videos, but then you really interesting stuff about various locations around Japan, and you tend to do it in a respectful way. That earned you the following you have here. And you built a life for yourself in Japan. What you and your freinds do make a country like Japan accessible and less daunting, demonstrating how treating people from a different culture with respect opens doors and gains freindships. Natsuki being a prime example. As an aside, when i heard that the Emperor was here for a state banquet with Charlie, (not sure if you've heard, new £20 notes have is face on them now) I thought to myself, wouldn't it be cool if Chris Broad was there too?, had a chuckle and forgot all about it until i saw Sharla's insta post last week. I laughed so hard, and then thought yep, they deserved to be there! Go ahead and crow, get it oit of your system. Write the first chapter of your next book about it.

I'm a 55+ viewer and Patreon member and have been watching your content since I got home from my first trip to Japan in 2015. Haven't made it back yet, but hopefully in the near future! I loved Japan and actually cried as our plane left Narita. I did not want to come home and I turned to KZfaq to help me continue my Japan immersion. Well done on earning the invite to BP! Glad you both had a great time.

I think that is quite an honor and a sign of respect the Emperor chose Chris as his liaison to the King of England and the People of England for that very moment.

You have definitely earned the invite. You are a great ambassador for all things Japan and promoting tourism to Japan from the UK. I'm so glad Sharla could go to as she is representing Canada in Japan and King Charles is still head of state for Canada too, so they got a double win. It is lovely to see you recognised and if there is a reciprocal visit I would expect you to be on the guest list for the Japanese equivalent. French is the language of the Royal Court (care of William the Conquerer!), hence a french menu. Keep the Kings private secretary on your Christmas card list, useful person to know.

Chris wanted one British Item and he bought German Candy? lol

Don’t underestimate your influence, sir. You are a representative of the British Empire (such as it is), AND A DAMNED GOOD ONE. As evidenced by “the common folk” being aware of, and admirers of, your work. And my wife and I, lowly American citizens, are grateful for it!

Oh wow this is so deserved. I don’t know if Chris will ever see this but his videos have given me relief at the end of some very hard work days, and as someone who doesn’t have a TV he’s the only channel I turn to which is pure fun and entertainment. Thank you Chris I’m so happy for you

I've been brought up through my teenage watching your videos since 2016, and to see how far you've come is wild. Being Japanese and brought up in the UK you're videos always take me home and give me strength !! I really appreciate your work Lord Affable !!

I was touched by Chris' story. Heartwarming considering all the work and time he has put into the channels and the book.

Can't wait until the TT boys has to address Chris as Sir Chris.

Wow! Congratulations! 🎉 What a cool honor! 😊 Meeting both King Charles and the Emperor of Japan (and their spouses) at Buckingham Palace! Truly a once in a lifetime experience!😊 Through I have to say, being chauffeured by Pete Donaldson in his beautiful Toyota Century onto the Palace grounds would have been awesome!👍🏻

Genuine congratulations from an old git significantly older than 40! Your modesty and humility in the face of such an honor is one of the reasons we love you so much. This recognition is not just a reflection of you and your talent and hard work, but of everyone involved in the AIJ universe. Congratulations again, I look forward to seeing you winding up American Pete and the Trash Taste gang now that you move in such rarefied circles!

No other youtubers? That tells me someone at buckingham is a fan...

You and Sharla looked elegantly superb, her dress was perfection. Well done!!

Chris is a sterling and admirable example of someone who got to the top by working incredibly hard and, at the same time, being enormously generous. He was already a well-established KZfaqr with millions of followers when I wrote to him that I was studying Japanese. He answered with a long response of how he himself went about it. Yes, some or even most of it was probably previously prepared, but it was still extremely kind. Thus he inspires such loyalty.

"I need the taste of beer so I can sleep better" Connor is truly a grumpy old man on the inside. Kudos to him though for his dedication whilst cycling! Non-alcoholic beer sounds dreadful, but I'm not super into beer anyway. Being pregnant, I order soda water with a lime to feel fancy.

45? I’m 78. I watch entirely too much KZfaq and you’re one of my fave KZfaqrs. So there!

Congrats on seeing the King and Queen of Great Britain and the Emperor of Japan. You are one of the people that done something others have not done. Br proud you got to share a memory with Charla.

Lord Broad! This was so amazing to hear! Well deserved!

I’ve been eagerly anticipating this vlog. Thank you so much for sharing your experience receiving the invitation, getting kitted out and actually going to Buckingham Palace and meeting King Charles III, the Emperor, Empress and Camilla and the other dignitaries. It was heartening to hear that many of the staff knew of your work. It really is no surprise the extent of you being recognized. I truly hope that you and Sharla had an enjoyable time. Congratulations! Well done. 👍🙏😎

❤😂 Thank you Collin for making my day a bit better

Come on Chris... I am 59 and from the USA and I am well aware of what youtube is. Love AIJ and your ability to bring the culture of Japan to the rest of the world. I love Japan, and my favorite place is Kyoto. Thank you for what you and Sharla bring to that thing called U-tube

As a longtime member of the over-60 Abroad in Japan team, happily viewing since the first Journey Across Japan (and shipping you and Sharla ever since), I’d like to say: well done, and you no doubt have many more older fans than you think. We lurk, we nap… 😂

Im 50 my son got me into watching Chris and Conner and iron mouse and im a fan forever, also a fan of Sharla ❤

Next video is going to be either "I took over the monarchy" or "I was refused to go back to UK" and there is no in between

Been looking forward to listening to this one!

I need one British item walks away with a German Haribo bag 😂

I think you are selling yourself short here: Its not like you were randomly selected to attend that event. Your content and quality was what made you stand out.

Congratulations Chris!!! You’re one of the best Japan content on KZfaq and very knowledgeable and a good person 🎉😊

Well done Chris, what a great honour. I used to work there many years ago and worked at many state visits, the menus and service are something special.

I subscribe to a few Travel vlogger channels on KZfaq, but this is the only one which focuses on one singular country. Well done, Chris. You have made it in your profession! I don't think this invite would have happened if it weren't for you focusing all of your material on Japan specifically. Well done! 👏👏👏

Loved the coverage.

Getting recognised by the guards and waiters shows why Chris was invited, he and Sharla were the only ones that connect with the public

This was fun! Thanks 👍

What an honor! Congratulations Chris!

An amazing and once-in-a-lifetime experience, Chris! You definitely deserved it and it was fun hearing your stories. Thanks for sharing! And by all means, please keep talking about it to Connor and Pete 😂 The scene of them sat down on a street in Netherlands lamenting about the possibility was hilarious! Also, when I visited Buckingham Palace, they did explain why the menus were in French. But long story short, it's because it looks fancier.

In my first year on the JET Programme, Emperor Hirohito died. I was watching his funeral on TV, and one of the presenters said, "Arigatou zonjimasu". Someone at the Board of Education that I worked at, said that it was special language used for imperial occasions. Never heard it used since, but that stuck in my mind. I always wanted to use it.

a one hour long episode! joy to the world

Honestly this story made me smile all the way through 😊

Wow finally, I`ve been waiting for this one! Great fun to hear what went on in there, and what it`s like to meet the king, as a commoner.. (like me..) 😁

It's cool that Chris a peasant was invited to meet the royals. Your star is ascending. When you are going to be Sir Chris honorary ambassador to Japan? This is the first step! I'm very happy for you Sir Colin!

Thanks for sharing your experience at Buckingham Palace, it was fascinating! You’re lucky to hire a tuxedo in time as June is the wedding season 😄

What a surreal experience that would have been! Very special. 🙂

He has come so far. The man, the myth, the legend.

You definitely should have rocked up into the Buckingham Palace in Pete's Toyota Century 😂😂

Chris man - you've done a lot for UK-Japan relations. That state banquet invitation was well deserved.

Your chauffer experience reminds me of a family story from the eighties. The queen was visiting Canada, and holding a banquet for athletes. My niece, as a Canadian Olympic team member, was invited. Our family was far more excited and impressed than she was: "What are you going to wear?! " Niece: "Uhhh... a dress?" "Are you going to hire a chauffer?" Niece: "I'll probably just take the bus". In the end, her mother drove her. We watched it on local TV. In this long line of fancy limos, up pulls a slightly battered Toyota, and without waiting for a valet to open the door, out from the front seat pops my niece. wearing a simple summer frock. All in a day's work.....

Now when he goes to ask permission from a venue for some video, he could pull out a card with him shaking hands with emperor and flex the hell out

That's so cool that you got to go to Buckingham Palace during the Emperor's visit. Well deserved

Much love from germany Chris! I've been here since the beginning 😊❤

Sounds like an amazing experience!

Awesome job chris with the podcast drop a like for you

When I first saw this I have to admit, I was thinking "Ha Ha some middle aged civil servant has decided they need to invite a token person to represent da Yoof'. And there may be some of that, but the more I thought about it the more I was glad, and to a certain degree proud that you were invited, as I genuinely believe that you do represent something positive about the UK/Japan relationship, and how KZfaq can be something more than clickbait drama reaction content. You constantly entertain, Yes but you also: Show respect to Japanese culture and people Show parts of Japan that need people to know about them and visit them Don't shy away from the problems that face Japan. And at a time when toxic KZfaqrs are more of a thing, I think it is important to give kudos to KZfaqrs are better than that, and show a realisation that you can and do help shape how a generation of people view Japan. So kudos to you mate! You deserve it :)

I still think congratulations are still in order Chris! You may feel like its nothing but i think this is like an accumulation of all your achievements and them being acknowledged for certain! Keep it up, you are awesome

A nice milestone in your life. But it's true, I think the book you've written and the success you've had with it is crazy. I really respect that. I've read the book and it's an excellent read.

congrats mate just meating the most powerful people in both of your homes !

I'm 60 and I love KZfaq!

It's going to go from Mr Affable to Mr Insufferable isn't it? 😭

A podcast length podcast episode?! Brilliant!

Chris, sounds amazing and you have earned this small amount of respect 😂

Over 45 don't know what u-tube is???? I'm 75 and love it. I enjoyed listening to your account of your visit to Buck House. Keep the videos coming. :)

What do you mean you haven't done anything? Just your amazing way of displaying the beauty and culture of Japan, we can feel your appreciation, it got us hooked too! haha

Haribo is actually German 😂

So glad to hear your confidence in KS paid off!

55 yr old Aussie here, Chris I have been watching you and Sharla since near your beginnings, so don't be too hard on us. :P

I tuned in to the video version after a couple weeks. Lets just say Pete's beard really makes me feel like he'd be the guy in a movie who's in a biker gang or somethin but is really nice and helpful, defying typical stereotypes.

Meeting a world leader is one of my bucket list, I am Jealous of you, just like Connor but you sure are lucky as hell to meet the King and the Emperor. Amazing to see, a once in life time. No one can hurt you know.

Great job Chris.

Absolutely wild seeing this channel evolve over the last 10 years or so and seeing Colin in Japan end up in Buckingham Palace of all places. You've been here for a large part of my life and taught everyone here more about Japan than any Japanese politician could dare to imagine so it's very well deserved.

Very cool!!

I love how casual he is with Starmer, who's gonna be the most powerful man in the UK and he's talking with him like an old chap lol

14:05 Chris sounding like Noel Fielding haha

Whether you truly internalize it or not, you have become a leading cultural ambassador between Japan and the English speaking world. KZfaq may be our funny video website, but it's also the current generations' forums and news centers, etc etc etc. You may say 'I'm just a KZfaqr' but really you are a journalist whose work is superb enough to warrant international attention. Out of place though you may have felt, you earned it.

I used to love absolute radio... random but hey, I'm working class😏 massive congrats btw on buck palace invite 🙂✌️🤗

Hi Chris, we enjoyed hearing about your royal dinner adventure. Did you see the taping of the dinner on the Royal Family KZfaq video? We were watching it and saw you in the video. Have a great summer and thanks for all the entertaining videos!! 2:43

Well done Lord Broad, well done.

Chris from Japan rolling up to Buckingham Palace in a Century (Japan's Rolls-Royce) would have been the best thing ever.

Lord Broad, the most affable man across the lands.

And behind it all, lurking in the shadows, is Ryotaro, the secret Shogun of Japan otherwise known as Tokugawa Rissotaro. "Yes, puff up the ego of the Englishman. It will be more the sweeter when I send him crashing down! HOHOHO!!!" (laughing like arrogant rich ladies in a comedy anime)

Love how Connor sounds exactly like Boris Johnson whenever Chris does an impression 😂😅

So you finally got to see the now famous/infamous Toyota, as well you got to meet the Japanese Emperor oh yeah and Charles

I think Natsuki would have charmed everyone at the palace! 😉 I remember when Charles and Diana came to Sudbury; I was stunned at how beautiful Diana was in person. One of the nurses that worked with me at the same company met Charles and shook his hand. He asked her a question and all she could do was point to a house and say "that's my friend's house" because she was too flabbergasted. 😂 I'm 64 and I definitely know what KZfaq is, I even put a few stupid posts up many years ago.