That dude has a level of dedication that is exceedingly rare.

This soldier had some serious survival skills. His story is nothing less than amazing.

What? Why didn't the US invite him over to share his thoughts to the special ops? Though modern war is fought differently, there must be some valuable information from a dude who survived in a tropical island, without supplies, for 30 years This dude is practically one of the best soldiers, judging from what he did. Look at his equipment: all in working order and looks nice. His survival skills must be off the charts.

Man... I can only imagine the look on Onada's face when he learned the surrender leaflets from all those years ago were real!

I was there in Guam in 1973, just after Shoichi Yokoi surrendered. As a kid, they told us not to go into the caves as Japanese soldiers might still be in there.

Onoda was specifically ordered not to surrender under any circumstance and to continue fighting until he was properly relieved by a superior and that was exactly what he did. Sure you can debate on the morality of his actions but you cannot doubt the commitment of the man for devoting a full third of his life to completing a single mission.

Regardless of which side he fought on, you have to admire and respect this man for what he is. An absolute beast. 30 years in one of earths most unforgiving environments, without resupply, and even when he was the last one alive, he kept going. He made it through firefights, disease, hunger, loneliness and everything you can throw at a human being. After all that he managed to reintegrate with a world he never could have pictured in 1944, REFUSED the back-pay offered to him, directing it to charity instead, married two years later, and lived to the ripe old age of 91. Rest easy 2nd LT Onoda, thank you for being a walking testimony to the willpower of the human race.

I wonder if the military back-payed him for 30 years of extra service.

His commitment is admirable.

its lucky his commanding officer was still alive to tell him to surrender to or he might be in the jungle fighting it out.

先月、家内の父が他界しました。92歳でした。元特攻隊員でした。飛び立つ前に終戦となりました。生前、よく涙ぐみながら、体験話しを聞かせてくれました。敵対国が憎くて戦っていた訳ではないと。

I'm almost happy to see that there is someone who has enough love and pride for their country that they would do something like this.

That's dedication to duty beyond anything. I knew of other Japanese who held out for several years but for whatever reason, I missed this gentleman. Thank you for the upload.

I give the up-most respect for Onoda. Amazing story.

I was in Sao Paolo when he came to Brazil in 1975, and saw him at a press conference.

I had read this story in early 80s. No matter how crazy this may sound but this man was truely an epitome of loyalty and spirit.

I remember when he surfaced; I was 7. My dad watched the news stories intently and talked about it a lot. As a veteran, he had no love for the guy or Japan, but he did respect Onoda's sense of duty and commitment

That is some impressive conviction in the line of duty. His honour stayed intact, and he earned my respect. *bow down*

I remember 15 years ago watching a show about him on The History Channel(That's when it had all those cool documentaries and better programming). I wanted to know more about him, so I read his book. All I can say is this man was amazing! From using bark fiber to patch holes in his uniform, to stealing tires and using the rubber for the soles of shoes, this man knew how to survive. He could of gave up early on, but stuck it out for 29 years. I remember talking to an older Japanese woman about him, and she said that the people in Japan felt 'sorry' for him. I was in shock, but I could understand why they felt that way. Sadly, he passed away a couple of years ago. Hopefully his life story can be made into a film for the masses who don't read books. That way, his story is told and remembered by those that want to give up when the going gets tough.

AMAZING HE SURVIVED THAT LONG AND MADE A SUCCESS OF HIS LIFE.

Real life is more incredible than Hollywood.

HOW IS THIS NOT A MOVIE??????? I can definitely imagine it.

I can't believe he killed inhabitants! How was he pardoned! What about the poor families that had their members unnecessarily killed??

damn the locals must have been PISSSED

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Loyalty beyond the war, something we do not see anymore regardless of which side he fought for. RIP, I suppose that history will see him in special light over time.

The complete mental fortitude is what gets me every time I read or hear about this story.

Amazing story. My dad (17) enlisted in WWII as a Marine (2nd Div.) and fought on Saipan, Tinian, Okinawa, and was part of the occupational forces that landed at Nagasaki. He returned a Corporal.

As a soldier, I can say right now that this man's discipline amazes me.

Damn. That's one loyal soldier.

Onoda and I attended primary school in Japan when we were children before the war. A good friend and loyal soldier. (salute)

I read his book in 1976 while a student in Taiwan.

Although he was an enemy before, I salute him for the spirit of the true soldier. Thanks for the video.

True loyalty, nothing but respect for that man. Even tho he had done a ton of unforgiving things he did as he was ordered. For 30 years....

Gotta say.. you caught me on this one... leaving very pleased with the information you've shared...

I remember this story.. ..My great grandfather told me about him in 2006.. He thought he was very admirable for still fighting.

I remember hearing in the news about this, in 1974... I was astounded. I lived on Guam in the mid 50s...

Thank you for that... I didn't show anywhere... I appreciate your reply.

Death is lighter than a feather, but duty is heavier than a mountain.

Amazing soldier, amazing loyalty, amazing human being....

incredible story its awesome to see that convictions and ideals are a powerful driving force.

I hate to see people talking trash about this guy. Yes, he hurt innocents while he was holding the island. To be fair my country has done much worse, we wiped two of their cities off the map on top of dropping fire bombs onto their paper houses. So in my mind this man is a hero for keeping up the fight for that long and surviving, he deserves respect.

Can you imagine the locals, that he shot.

Every thing made in Japan has been lasted for many years.

I met him in Sapporo, Japan in October 1999 when the release of his book No Surrender, which I had it autographed.

Thank you so much for sharing, man. I got acquainted with Onada's amazing story because my grandfather used to have Life's Book of the Year 1974 and it mentions him. I've been studying WWII practically my whole life and I can assure you all this is one of its most astonishing stories. Thanks, again. And I just suscribed to your channel. Keep the good work.

A very honorable man, and good soldier. Dedication like this is rare today. Most people are willing to go with the flow instead of standing for that witch they believe in. God bless him and his family 🙏

Read his book. The man killed lots of islanders after the war ended.

hide and seek champion 29 years in a row

Fact: After the Americans took the island of Iwo Jima in WWII, it took a full 4 years before they had cleared out every last Japanese soldier from the tunnels and caves in Mount Suribachi, the mountain that dominates the tiny island's landscape.

"was disappointed by how japanese culture changed since he left" shots fired at the weeaboos

Dedication at it's finest.

They need to make a movie on this

This guy's story needs to be made into a movie, along with Mad Jack Churchill!!!

I'm amazed his uniform was in such good condition after 28 years

I was stationed on Guam in 1968 and 1969 and my friends and I saw that hold out several times and not one person we notified would believe us!!! They thought we were making this up or it was our imagination!! Guess we finally got some satisfaction!!!!

admirable as a soldier he can be, he did kill unarmed civilians in the island which he did not mention in the memoirs. and that is a war crime

I was in the orient with my family when this guy was found. My dad said, that in the course of his work on the Philippines, they used to find Japanese combatants ready to go, quite often. Their weapons were in great shape and fit for duty.

I commend him for his dedication to his country .

This is a respectful solider, good working condition rifle and hand-gun after 30 years!

this guy is a true samurai warrior.

R.I.P. Hero Hiroo Onoda

heard this already but still amazes me

The ultimate survivor. His training and samurai spirit kept him going. Simply amazing!

THEY OWE HIM 30 YEARS BACK PAY.

Thanks for the info, man. I had heard a bit about him but good to know more. My grandfather fought in far east from British Indian army and brought home a revolver of a captured Japanese soldier which we still possess. I'm fascinated with the stories of this war

I graduated in 1975 and remember his coming out of the jungle. I was shocked that I was a senior in highschool and this soldier was just now coming out of the war. It still shocks me today.

This guy was a true soldier, i've never seen anyone who is this loyal

so, did he win WW2?

Blind loyalty and devotion is neither new nor admirable. It was that those same traits that enabled a repressive, genocidal regime. If anything, this guy should be admired for his sheer skill at survival and fortitude.

My father told me a story about a Japanese holdout in Indonesia. He did not remember the soldier's name, maybe he was Teruo Nakamura.

For all your unwaveringly dedication, I sure do take my hat off to you, Sir, may you rest in peace.

cool vid, well planed editing. i enjoyed it. thank you.

There is another story about a Japanese soldier who returned to New Guinea and lived in the jungle for 30years collecting the bones of forrlain comrades and sending them back to Japon there is a book called THE BONE MAN OF KOKODA amazing man

Respect this man! Real definition of dedication.

Frankie told me this about 2 years ago.

Wow, this is just like the Japanese real life version of John Rambo.

amazing it took 30 years for the world to figure out that the way to end this was just getting his commanding officer to say the war's over. smh

The dedication of this guy is nothing short of ASTOUNDING! You cannot have anything but respect for this man. Too bad that people nowadays don't exhibit this type of character and intestinal fortitude.

Onada should have a movie dedicated to him. Spent 29 years Fighting alone.

Love and Respect from the Philippines sir salute!

I am disappointed, he should have held out longer

You have to respect that, whether you agree with him or not, you have got to respect that kind of loyalty and dedication to duty.

Now thers a man, the way he took care of his buddy's that was bravery on top of a big pile of bravery.That kind of spirit never surrender never give up never quit. Was an honor to hear about Onodo

I remember when these last few walked out of the jungle. One of them was interviewed and seemed to have PTSD. That one said that he knew the war was lost when he saw a huge white bomber scream over head that had no propellers. Of course it was a civilian jet airliner - probably a 747. But he had no way of knowing that. To me that was really the end of WW II. And I did feel truly sorry for him. It made me wonder how many others had died of disease or malnutrition during those years who never knew that the war had ended, still trying to do their duty to the end. War is indeed a tragedy for all involved. And World War II was the greatest tragedy that the human race has ever known.

Loyal to the end.... Heroes never die! Hail Japan

Even though people were killed, he was at war. And stayed loyal, I respect him.

this soilder deserves several. medals for 1. following. orders for 30 yrs after the war ended and even then when he relized the war was order he still didnt stop 2. he NEVER SURRENDERED EVEN WHEN THE WAR WAS OVER. This guys an mvp

This is the real　”last man in squad”

Do not write a lie. He was relieved of command by his superiors.

Onoda may have been our enemy, but you must admit, he was PURE of heart; loyal, and a perfect gentleman following orders; and even donating to the island he once, in his mind's eye, defended in the name of Japan. A good man, really.

It saddened me at first to hear of someone that lost 29 years of their life fighting a conflict that was long ago ended. It's even weirder to know that I was born 3 months before he was found and 'relieved' of his duty given the time that had passed since WW 2. I'm happy he got to spend the last 40 years of his life knowing a world not at war. His type of dedication is sorely missing in the world. And that pretty much includes most, if not all, facets of life. Onoda has my respect.

he nearly died. His stories dramatic. rest in peace. I from viet nam.

The disciple of Japanese, especially the old guard. wow, wow wow!

My father was a WWII soldier. He told us , "I know there are guys over there from both sides that are still fighting in the jungle. After awhile some of them go crazy and can not be reasoned with." As usual my dad was right but we did not believe him until now. He died 12 yrs ago and did not get to say,"I told you so."

He was TRULY a great Soldier, a man to be proud of.

This is a moving story, but what about the 30 people who were killed?

Thanks for the info! Whooooa. I didn't know about this. He is (was) a survivor 0 _ 0. Almost sad that people died long after to his actions.

I may be a Filipino but I salute you sir for such an unwavering commitment to your mission. How I wish we Filipinos nowadays are as such dedicated to the country as you do. BANZAI!

R.I.P. Hiroo.