Meet the Rock 'n' Rollers of Harajuku: The Strangers

Meet the Rock 'n' Rollers of Harajuku: The Strangers | Tokyo Weekender

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The Strangers are one of the biggest and oldest groups of rockabillies in Tokyo. Before there were kawaii Harajuku girls or strawberry cream crepes, they were there with greased hairdos and taped-up shoes. They’re the OGs of Harajuku’s subcultures, rocking out every Sunday for 33 years.
Tokyo Weekender sat down with founder Jess Yamanaka, group leader Charlie, sub-leader Miki, music mixer Haruo and assistant music mixer Tatsu. Boil the kettle, sit down and relax with us in a hidden kissaten in Harajuku as we get to know the iconic Strangers.
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Translation by Lyn Tsuchiya
Article by Zoria Petkoska
Filmed and edited by Lisa Knight

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@greywolf2835 4 ай бұрын

I lived in Tokyo for 9 years and would see the Strangers on occasion doing their thing in Yoyogi Park. More power to them! They are not a Tokyo sideshow....they are a group of friends dedicated to keep a modern tradition alive. We had a rock-a-billy / swing revival in the 1990s here in the States too. I remember going to a few places in Chicgo dancing to older tunes. The magic is still alive!!! It is up to each person to fine their own "something" that gives that little spark of magic. Rock on Strangers!!!!

@Wolfie254 3 ай бұрын

This culture blending of rock-n-roll and Japan warms my heart.

@BarstoolRevolutionZine 3 ай бұрын

I've visited Tokyo once in '97 and remember seeing them. More power to them, and I hope younger people pick up the tradition.

@titanrain3374 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful video, I loved how even the rain couldn't dampen the passion of the Rock and Rollers. Respect from the USA.

@thisgirlsopinion 8 ай бұрын

If I ever make it to Tokyo, this will be on my list before I leave. You are all amazing, and I thank you for what you do! ❤🎉

@palthehuman 2 ай бұрын

Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren, ich genoß dieses Video von Herzen, da ich selbst im Jahre 2008 Japan bereiste und schon damals mich am Anblick der Rock ´n Roller ergötzen durfte. Ich denke noch immer gerne an diese Tage zurück und hatte großen Spaß selbst das Tanzbein mit diesen Menschen schwingen zu dürfen. Ich danke Ihnen für dieses umfangreiche Interview mit diesen Legenden und möchte an dieser Stelle anmerken das dieses Video hier und da ein wenig zackiger geschnitten hätte sein können. Dennoch würde ich dieses Video weiterempfehlen und danke für diesen Inhalt. Liebe geht raus und ich wünsche ihnen ein wundervolles Leben.

@robmardle 5 ай бұрын

I visited Tokyo earlier this month and went to watch these guys in Yoyogi park.Loved it. Brilliant

@user-cs6de9yn6h Жыл бұрын

An inspirational example of true passion! 🤘

@liamramshaw6969 Жыл бұрын

These guys are legit Rock n Roll! Absolutely love this video.

@shirolee 2 ай бұрын

This is so awesome!! I'm glad they're still keeping this subculture alive!

@kkss-kg9ls Жыл бұрын

音源担当いるんですね　だいぶ前だけどロカ以外のポップス流れてるの聞いてセンスあるな～って思いました　東京着て３０年たちますがその時から（もっと前からだろうけど）変わらずにいるってすごくかっこいいです、いつまでも踊ってください！

@salx4948 6 ай бұрын

Who is anyone to criticize if it keeps them young at heart ❤❤❤.

@thebaneofyourexistence.3377 3 ай бұрын

What criticism?

@user-gj3de9be4d 6 ай бұрын

凄い、いいと思います、年齢関係なく青春は、いいと思います😊

@reggiegetupkid 2 ай бұрын

What type of hat is that gentleman wearing looks really cool

@WreckTheSphere 3 ай бұрын

Legends.

@user-he1kg1fn8k Жыл бұрын

REAL✨

@peyang100 3 ай бұрын

自分はある意味彼らと対局にいるような人間だけど、動画を通じて、時に遠くからリスペクトしながら、ずっと楽しませてもらっています。

@johnnyestmort Жыл бұрын

❤️‍🔥Strangers❤️‍🔥

@HecmarJayam 8 ай бұрын

Awesome people! 🤩

@soriya9306 10 ай бұрын

久々にレピドールの雰囲気✨ サブリーダーのお姉さんトーク力バツグン!!

@lyntsuchiroo Жыл бұрын

a true group of badass people❤‍🔥

@helenf4214 18 күн бұрын

Sadly i went there today..2024 on a sunday No one there any more.😢

@thelonelyamazonian7039 15 күн бұрын

Hi Helen, they were there on Sunday July 7th. Most possibly from 13:00 onwards. I saw them perform on Rion Ishida’s (Japanese Vlogger) video. It’s on his recent upload titled: Harajuku New Travel Spot “Harakodo” marked at @23:38. Best Wishes! 👍 😊

@TokyoWeekenderOfficial 15 күн бұрын

@@thelonelyamazonian7039 Hello! They still dance every Sunday! We spoke to them recently and unfortunately the forecast was due to rain on Sunday, and when that happens they usually don't dance. Hopefully they'll be there next weekend!