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My Journey Wasn't Easy
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Күн бұрынWhen I first came to this country, I hit hard times. I lost my savings, and I had to work in a kitchen and live with friends. I was forced to survive or return home to Japan. During this time, I developed my positive philosophy and became determined to graduate Berklee and achieve my dreams! Nothing is impossible.
My Journey wasn't easy, Part 2
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@weblogik 4 ай бұрын
I like your vibe Mr. Tomo! Just subscribed to your Guitar Wisdom program, looking forward to dig in! Mahalo
@TomoFujitaMusic 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! So happy to hear that! Please enjoy!
@gordonroylambert Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tomo…over the past three years and at the age of 67 I have made an extreme makeover of my guitar skills due to your inspiration and instruction. The “rut” I was in for 5 decades is officially blown up and I am on an exciting learning journey with the instrument but also growing as a person. Your guitar wisdom also comes with life wisdom.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Good job! So happy to hear that. As you know, never LATE! You need a solid foundation first! Thank you so much for your pure efforts & passion.
@davidseal6863 Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@colinpadley1897 Жыл бұрын
You've encouraged me at nearly 62
@sonnybrakes8496 Жыл бұрын
Good talk.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sonnybrakes8496 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic Someone is attempting to scam people who follow your account and have responded to your video. They are saying that I won a prize and they are asking me to pay for shipping a high end Telecaster. Beware.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
@@sonnybrakes8496 Thanks for letting me know. Popular scam. Artists never ask for $$$.
@syntax_2000 Жыл бұрын
"don't expect too much too fast -- be kind to yourself" this helps me a lot right now.All the work I have to do feels discouraging. But I am going to do it. I will keep going. thanks tomo.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that. Those my Wisdom words are helping me consistently too! You're welcome!
@michaelkaufman9625 6 ай бұрын
I've been trying to make this my "theme" all day, every day.🙏
@AnthonyMatejcich-bl9sh 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your incredible vulnerability and humble kindness. It's very gracious of you to share these life experiences with us.
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Very important to be kind to yourself & others!
@gtsipejr Жыл бұрын
Tomo, you really aren't a guitar teacher, you're a Master Life Teacher. So impressed with all your video messages. GT
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@HarrySinanian Жыл бұрын
Sensei.
@smokingtarheel3003 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm 62 and I still have dreams and aspirations. Great advice to your listeners!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Many things are possible to do. Easy to think a lot, very hard to do a little!
@mhot180 4 ай бұрын
This was what I needed to hear- I'm a student and starting a new career at 40 years old. I am trying to be positive and keep progressing! Thank you for your supportive words.
@TomoFujitaMusic 4 ай бұрын
So happy to hear that! Glad to be helpful! It's not easy but you can manage it! I think everything positive! You're very welcome!
@aadityakiran_s Жыл бұрын
🙏
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@ayeyebrazorf8066 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Mr Fujita, your positive attitude is great and has been forged through hard times
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@jasabizjak4989 Жыл бұрын
I have tears in my eyes. Thank you Mr.Fujita.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@lorigilmore5521 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so vulnerable Tomo. I super appreciate your kind heart and wise soul. Be well.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@user-jn2fo5ke4g Жыл бұрын
お恥ずかしながら、全て理解できませんが、トモ先生のギターに対する愛情、覚悟を感じました。アマチュアながら大好きなギターは自分にとっての最大のアイデンティティで、約30年前、今も大好きな石田長生さんが、ギターマガジンで、「ギターをぶら下げている限り自信を持って生きていける」と語っていたインタビューの切り抜きは、拠り所として今も大切に持っています。数年前、ライブを拝聴して感銘を受けていましが、ここ最近、トモ先生の動画からギター以外のことも含めて多くのことを学び、新たな拠り所となっています。憂いなくこんな風にギターを楽しめることの日常に感謝しています。トモ先生、ありがとうございます!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
ありがとうございます。石田さんは、京都の拾特でライヴを見ました。シェアありがとうございます。ギターもっと楽しみましょう！
@A.ibrahimelsherif Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏 Sometimes Lord send massages and lights words like this video ♥️
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@paulcroce7303 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@altonagustin7140 3 ай бұрын
You’re inspiring Mr.Tomo! God bless….🙏
@TomoFujitaMusic 3 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Thank you so much!
@suzannecoholic1467 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tomo!!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@JTB-- Жыл бұрын
Guitar Wisdom... and LIFE Wisdom!! 🙏
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@darkraven178 Жыл бұрын
One day your story will be a movie thank you i can relate my grandfather came to US from Fukuoka Ken at 14 he would say like “some things hard nothing to do but do”
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Thank you! Yes! Keep pushing!
@52archimad Жыл бұрын
An inspiring success story, thank you for sharing.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening!
@DansandoaTV Жыл бұрын
super inspiring story tumo! i've been feeling super out of it for the past 3 maybe 5 years at this point, i don't exactly where i am at right now and what i want to do, i've been kicked out of my own room to my grandparents house earlier this year and even then i don't feel like i belong anywhere, and i have so little money to go anywhere else but here right now, all i have is music to be honest, thats the only that keeps me going, even if i don't have alot for more gear to make my sound more diverse We can only rise from the bottom, in the deepest parts of the darkest times of our lives, to actually feel something that makes you feel acomplished, and i have hope for the next couple years to be better than the last few
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I did it! So anyone can do this... but a few of my friends were true heroes on this matter. I am still so thankful. As long as the Sun goes up then everything is fine. You can fix the rest.
@Fatchimpy Жыл бұрын
You've been a good mentor to me in your videos especially since I lost my father Mr Fujita. Thank you for always being encouraging and positive.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. You're welcome!
@user-rd3wk6uh4w Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tomo. I gain strength and hope from your sharing. Nothing comes easy but always stay positive.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! You got it!
@ayonsarkar6218 Жыл бұрын
I was cooking dinner and watching. Very inspiring story. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
@ayonsarkar6218 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic Welcome Sir :)
@SantosPuertas Жыл бұрын
Gracias Tomo 🙏
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@dcjway Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tomo, at 60 I’ve had my share of struggles. My wife is my best friend and it’s nice to here another man who feels the same way about his wife as I feel about mine. Gratitude and humility don’t ever lose that.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for sharing. I wish your best!
@HarrySinanian Жыл бұрын
I hear you both...
@vietnammg Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tomo. It's always better to develop a strong will early in life, than later.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@vietnammg Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic Of course. Immigration policies must have changed since then. Nowadays foreign students on visas are prohibited to work outside campus and may get deported if caught
@Bluezrj Жыл бұрын
Tomo, what a wondaful story. Great advise. So pure and honest. I will never forget your inspiration to keep trying and moving forward!!!!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@chrismattsonmusic2067 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tomo. Really insightful !!!!!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thank you!
@kipponi Жыл бұрын
Nice story! Life is choices some can be affected others not which are not caused by you. This is fundamental for all human lives. All we can do is our best. It is enough sometimes not.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Thank you so much!
@MrMcflanigengaming Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this.❤
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@viennabartsimpson1660 Жыл бұрын
I just enjoy listening to you, sir. both your guitar wisdom and the other one. thanks tomo. greatings from austria
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for listening! Thank you from Boston!
@chrisrausch9134 Жыл бұрын
You give a lot to everyone. Thank you sir.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@danlau007 Жыл бұрын
Love Tomo talk show, Definitely! Yes, when we hit the bottom, we need to work hard to make ourselves strong enough, Because we have a dream, we can do it, and we can get there. We can't give up hope, We can't give up on ourselves. Cherish what we have, friends, health, love, and at least the guitar...It's hope. Thanks for your story sir, You are the best, and more blessings to you.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that. Yes! Be thankful what you already have!
@khgvjgvkhjgvkhjgvkhjgvj Ай бұрын
Thank you so much 🙏. There is a lot I want to say, but only one thing I need to. Thank you.
@TomoFujitaMusic Ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
@noodlehoppa7212 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I got robbed and still have my guitar and amp. Ready to go out and do some deliveries for Amazon and get this money. Thanks for that Tomo 🙏🏼
@syntax_2000 Жыл бұрын
damn dude, that sucks. But you have the right attitude, brother. good luck.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! We all have hard times here and there. You will become stronger, wiser and all! Good job!
@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 2 ай бұрын
Just starting guitar at the ripe old age of 61, so thanks for the encouragement! Congrats on all your success; hard and persistent work will pay off, eventually.
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
Good job! Thank you so much!
@rachelborne2471 Жыл бұрын
You are a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing this inspiring story. Came at the right time for me. I enjoy your lessons very much. Peace and Blessings to you!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@rachelborne2471 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic You are very welcome. BTW, I washed dishes in my college cafeteria. My classmates could see me in the kitchen. It was a disgusting job but I needed the money. I will never forget looking up to see them seeing me. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger :)
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
@@rachelborne2471 I feel that! Me too! I still remembered that! Hard work, patients, I gained so much from these experiences.
@katsunori.bb.kawai.6633 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr.Fujita(Tomo san). I did not know your hard times. But your great passion lead to you today. (I’ve been playing Blues almost 46 years, and lost all guitars course of son’s money accident . But anytime music save me in hard times. I try to be a”level 2.5”guitarist until my end of life. Any way, today’s your story encourage me. Thank you Tomo san. (You are “level 4”player! ❇︎course of player and professor now.) 👏👍😎
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! Yes. It was very hard!
@TheChipsster Жыл бұрын
Many thanks for sharing your story! You only lose if you quit. Let's continue trying!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@fredvanvactor6110 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your channel and your enthusiasm for teaching and learning. 👍 Thank You!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@RandyDumalig Жыл бұрын
Love these videos
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that! Thank you!
@danielreiss3651 Жыл бұрын
I think this is the best KZfaq video I have ever seen! At least in the "music" space!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@synergypersonaldevelopment2377 Жыл бұрын
Jazzing in the kitchen😂😂😂 I imagine you learned some Portuguese in that job too. Thank you for sharing your story.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@papagalo15 Жыл бұрын
Tomo, I'm a software engineer but I love playing the guitar and these last couple of years you have really helped me better understand the instrument. You are a blessing 🙏
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear that! Guitar is an amazing therapist! Thank you!
@AllanGildea Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tomo. You are a blessing to so many.
@pumjuice5568 Жыл бұрын
You haven’t even watched the whole video yet
@syntax_2000 Жыл бұрын
@@pumjuice5568 😂😂😂 lol I thought the same thing
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome
@AnthonyMatejcich-bl9sh 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@ganzrawr5334 6 ай бұрын
I've been a drummer for 25 years now. Church gigs mostly but I'm comfortable with many styles of music. For Lent I decided to finally dedicate to learning how to play guitar and your videos have helped tremendously. It's kind of fun because it's a completely foreign instrument and I have no natural affinity for it, which I can't say the same for when I took up drumset. I'm trying to stay optimistic and dedicated despite how hard it is. The thought of being able to just navigate around the instrument at the pace of what I might consider an intermediate almost made me tear up, but I know I'll get there if I keep at it and practice and stay positive like you said 😊
@TomoFujitaMusic 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing! So happy to hear that! Glad to be helpful! Thank you!
@TomoFujitaMusic 6 ай бұрын
I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rtKCrJqI3MDLZ5c.html
@joe19912 5 ай бұрын
A thought that helped me was "think of strumming as your drum beat". Listen to a song and tap your fingers on the guitar to the beat, now strum it.
@TheBhannah Жыл бұрын
Great story ! … you could do a great Ted talk !
@Czeskauskas Жыл бұрын
Totally agree!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
I didnot know about TED Talk. Now I know. Thank you!
@juanluguitar Жыл бұрын
Nice entertainment listening to your story, bottom line : good friends are a treasure.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Totally! Friends, love one... everything.
@edwardgordon4309 6 ай бұрын
What a great message and motivational story. In addition to your lessons, i love your positive attitude 😉👏
@TomoFujitaMusic 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@MarleyWigston Жыл бұрын
Tomo... I know your stuggles were even harder than you describe here. This was very inspirational. I'm so greatful to have met you and spent some time in England with you. You're an incredible human being. Thanks for the lift up.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Many others are having much harder time than mine. Likewise!
@MarleyWigston Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic we all have our struggles. But we need to press forward regardless. 😊
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
@@MarleyWigston Yes. We are humans so we are not perfect! Be positive no matter what!
@MarleyWigston Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic - I try hard... But I also try to fight for those without a voice.. If I can make other peoples lives better, I should. Your video did that for me today!
@gabriellemcdonell1772 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Tomo, this is truly a zero to hero story! Your advice is amazing and heartfelt, you have powers that not many other people have and that is to be able to always look on the positive side.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! So happy to hear that. I just talked my real life story!
@sk8erlater11 Жыл бұрын
It’s sink or swim and you had the drive and the willingness to swim and to keep swimming. You are an inspiration to us all. I aspire to have some of the guitar skills you have and if I only have 1 guitar and my family, I’m rich even though I’m poor
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. My wife is great at swimming but I am not!
@Jerry1965able Жыл бұрын
Wise man ❤
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jimib3 Жыл бұрын
I signed up for Guitar Wisdom yesterday. My playing is already better. Thank you Tomo!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Great job! Thank you so much!
@davidefelix Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Tomo. Your story is inspirational.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Thank you!!
@tbluesboye Жыл бұрын
Tomo, you're a joy to all of us who share the path of music and the journey it takes us on. As my father used to say, long before I truly understood it, "it's not what happens to you, it's what you do about it" Thanks for everything and keep up the excellent work!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you so much!
@parandreas Жыл бұрын
You are my inspiration. I want to be like you when I grow up. It must be so difficult to talk to a camera about these things. Videos like that move me so much. You are so much more than the greatest guitar and music teacher out there. One day Ill meet you.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
It was very personal my dark time. But I did it! Thanks so much!
@asmith4786 Жыл бұрын
You are an inspiration to us all. So glad you shared that story . Such a humble man with incredible wisdom and devotion to his craft .
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@jimmyfalcone1597 Жыл бұрын
most of us been there, some made it , some of us still trying to , life is beautiful , Happy Holydays ...!!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!
@eljefeguapobarbon Жыл бұрын
Great to hear your story! Hope younger generation gets this message of hope and positivity, we all need it! Happy Holidays!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I am hoping that someone can use this to go over a big bump in life.
@zacharydelcourt6668 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Mr. Fujita.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@edwincastillo9442 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here in Winnipeg Canada. Love your story, thanks for sharing.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for subscribing my channel. Thank you!
@brianschwartz5673 Жыл бұрын
I wish I could give you an award for this video, best You Tube video I have watched in a very very long time!!!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@1114gabby Жыл бұрын
Great story about first teaching job 🙂
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! I have more story from that point!
@lorenzodeabreu5703 Жыл бұрын
WOW, i love your story
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@charlesblakepalmer4206 Жыл бұрын
Keep sharing your stories Tomo!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
That's the plan! Thank you!
@MrBradWi Жыл бұрын
In a harsh and unforgiving world, to find kindness and act kindly is the greatest gift. May it continue to strengthen and comfort you.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Many hard times. Life is struggle many cases. Thank you so much!
@vincentlevitt 4 ай бұрын
Interesting that u lost everything but somehow u kept what u love.
@masterofce 2 ай бұрын
You are an inspiration.!!
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Music, guitar, people are so much inspiration!
@superreality3823 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this wonderful piece of human kindness. It comes to me just as i am forcing myself to turn a corner. You are a good and inspirational source of gentle power.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Thank you!
@brokenwheel1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the story, you're a wise man!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@willbohland3698 Жыл бұрын
...and protector of the realm. You've got my vote. That's an easy choice.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@anthonyludington8320 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that you'd open up and share about your life. You are an inspiration to me, and many others I'm sure. ✌️♥️🎸
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
This story was not planned originally but I talked this personal story to my students and it helped them to open up toward positiveness.
@jamesdniederstadt5861 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of you,r insight, I am so glad that you made it and are living you,r dream, God Bless You and all of you,rs Happy Holidays, See you soon.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!
@leebraly3904 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing young man.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!!
@waynem4791 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tomo. Really enjoyed it.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that!
@ochayethenoo15 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tomo for sharing your story. You are a true survivor and I know the advice in your video will help and inspire someone to keep on going.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for listening my 20 minuets talk. It was so close!
@sonsauvage Жыл бұрын
When I watch your videos. I grow not only as a musician, but as a person. I appreciate you and your wisdom very much. Thank you
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@snuffelsuf 2 ай бұрын
it's inspiring.. thanks..
@TomoFujitaMusic 2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@alexlococo3866 Жыл бұрын
Pure Philosophy Of Life...Could I want To Be Your Friend At The Ages...But Is Signed In Your Destiny You Have To PLAY GUITAR And That Was The Energy To Move You On...And You're An Amazing Player and Teacher...And If Someday I Got The Money I Will Study At Berkeley Lol
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Now you can study at my Guitar Wisdom!
@alexlococo3866 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic 🤜🤜🤜
@gryants Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tomo!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@aardvarkusrex Жыл бұрын
Based on my own background, I constantly told my children that they would be surprised what they were capable of doing when they didn't have a choice. I'm glad you've persevered in your own journey and are able to be a positive musical and life encourager to so many people.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Many possibilities if someone encourage them (but has to be outside of family so kids can really believed! Actually my mom did this trick on me! (planned with my high-school teacher!) I hope I can encourage more people! So many beautiful souls are there!
@rodger2499 Жыл бұрын
Great story. You are the definition of tenacity.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@rodger2499 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic You are a lot like me with regards to work ethics and your family. I've had to struggle for many years with work and family but having a "not giving up attitude" will get you across the finish line. I've been watching your videos for a few years, and I love your teaching method and I especially love how you and your daughter bond, it's reminiscent of my closeness to my oldest daughter. One day it would be my dream to have a conversation with you to talk about family, music, life in general... Take care, Rodger
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
@@rodger2499 Thank you for sharing! I love to work a lot & very hard. Then I want to spend my quality time with my family. Thank you so much for watching my videos. Thank you!
@joeysong2560 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Tomo. As an aspiring Asian American musician, it's great to have you as a role model
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Bruce Lee! Thank you so much! I bet "Enter the Dragon" movie was (is) a great inspiration to many!
@44scoots Жыл бұрын
Tomo thank you for such an open and touching story, I know you’re struggles continued in your adult life but it seems you have overcome these obstacles. You are kind, decent, and truly an inspiration!!! Thank you for all that you do for us subscribers!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Be kind to yourself & be kind to others too! Thank you!
@chickenpoxita Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tomo, great entry.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@lookinggood6624 Жыл бұрын
I like the stories almost as much as the lessons. It kinda lit a fire under my ass🔥🔥🔥👍
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it! I love making guitar lessons too. I have a lot of stories!
@billoost9389 Жыл бұрын
Loved your story! Every day you look back and remember where you came from and where you have been and where it has brought you to today! You have worked hard and continue to work hard, and you deserve everything that you have! Stay true to yourself! Congratulations on everything that you have accomplished! Hard times bring great days!! Rock on!
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Yes. I am still working hard. I am a normal guy who need a lot of efforts to move forward.
@markdeason6461 Жыл бұрын
thank you
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@milton_r1321 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Tomo... I really needed to hear this
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@DougWebbguitar 8 ай бұрын
Appreciate your positive attitude about everything , thanks for sharing
@TomoFujitaMusic 8 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@fatseaturtle 4 ай бұрын
I would watch a video of you cooking for your family! Thank you Tomo for the wonderful video
@TomoFujitaMusic 4 ай бұрын
I love cooking! Thank you so much!
@KEISplaysguitar Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I really now understand that behind success is really hard work.夢を夢で終わらないように頑張ります。
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! You can do it if you are believing yourself! ゆっくり着実に努力と工夫でがんばってください。努力だけだと足りないです。
@KEISplaysguitar Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic ありがとうございます。努力だけで足りない事を非常に勉強になりました。
@cottoneyejoe1able 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, tomo! You are so helpful!
@TomoFujitaMusic 9 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Thank you!
@Czeskauskas Жыл бұрын
I swear I had a nightmare today about my guitar playing. That I recorded an awful solo on the Fantastic solo album of a famous artist. Still felt down while going to my work (this nightmare felt so real) and then reminded what would Tomo say : Be kind to yourself, do not compare :) Thank you Tomo 🙏
@AmJustMaiko Жыл бұрын
out of topic but I once had a nightmare of me breaking my guitar neck
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Simple! Make it better. You want to appreciate that solo so that you can improve! In order to improve or achieve next level... not comfortable to go through. That's why only handful people are successful! Please remember those words!
@Czeskauskas Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic thank God it Turned out to be only a nightmare when I woke up. But I will appreciate all the bad things on thw way. Thank you Maestro
@shivermetimbers5359 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your true words and inspiration Tomo.You shine light and happiness sharing your knowledge and time with us all.Music and love is in my opinion the gift in this life everyone should experience.I’m a beginner guitarist and like many others it’s a challenge.I have stuck with it slowly making progress.I to struggle with difficult times as many others do.Guitar has helped me more then words could express.I respect and appreciate you.Thank you for sharing this story with us all.
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! So happy to hear that. Guitar is simply amazing!
@agrodocsss Жыл бұрын
Words of inspiration, so precious! Thank you, Maestro 🙏 Warm greetings from Italy
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
You are very welcome! Thank you from Boston!
@MART0613 Жыл бұрын
Tomosan, this is the first time to talk to you. I appreciate your channel because whenever I check it, I learn something new from you. Currently, I am teaching English to high school kids here in Japan. In 2001, I played music at some open mic cafes and I'm still making music back in Japan. And you keep inspiring me whenever I feel discouraged or bored with my life. Thank you so much for your hard work and Have a great Christmas! Mar T, Sapporo
@TomoFujitaMusic Жыл бұрын
Your life so it's free to do whatever you wish... life is about how you feel... not just what it is... Please use more your imagination. (Free!) Once your imagination going.. no need TV! You can entertain yourself with music! Thanks for sharing. Great job! I only went Sapporo once. It was beautiful!
@MART0613 Жыл бұрын
@@TomoFujitaMusic Thanks a lot for the kind reply with such a wisdom! I once went to Seattle with my students , maybe that's where you live, right? It's such a beautiful city! I also studied in Washington DC for a year in 2001, when I played music at some open mic cafes. Really looking forward to checking more of your channel. Thanks again. Yes, I'll try to use more imagination! Mar T
@phanngocan_an 8 ай бұрын
Be kind yourself ❤❤
@TomoFujitaMusic 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! You too!
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