Name: Behind the Counter at a Japanese Burger Shop with 50+ Wild Burgers
Uploaded: 2025-07-19T20:29:18.000Z
Duration: 12 min 46 s
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This is behind the counter at a local Japanese burger shop This morning I'm in Tokyo's Kamimeguro area and I wanted to show you this burger shop behind me They make some of the most unique burgers So I had to definitely take you behind the counter and show you how they all do it All we have to do now is wait for the owner to arrive Today I'm taking you deep into the kitchen at Burger Factory A fairly new hamburger spot run by a young and local Japanese couple in Tokyo They've got over 50 kinds of burgers including some wild wild creations Like a melon pan burger and a melty cheese coated burger Inspired by a love for American culture, this spot pays homage to the classic burger joint But when it comes to crafting burgers, the owner's meticulous Japanese sensibilities take over Resulting in beautifully assembled clean finished creations that may contrast a typical American style With a fun and positive vibe, this place has quickly become a go-to hangout for many locals Good morning!

That's the owner, Kawasan, and his wife He started the shop 6 years ago and his wife works with him every day The store opens at 11.30 which means that they have about 1 hour of morning prep from now So how long have you guys been married?

During his college years, he discovered two passions that would shape his life Music, through the guitar, and creating burgers But when his band broke up later on, he made the difficult decision to step away from his musical career And rather than lose his creative spark, he redirected it Channeling the same passion and energy into the world of burgers The medium changed from chords and melodies to buns and patties But the mission remained the same To create something meaningful and bring joy to others through his craft Oh, one of the workers is here!

That's the meat for their pulled pork and it smells incredible They dry rub it with their original spice mix and let it rest overnight Now, it's slow cooking at low heat for 5-6 hours until it becomes so tender It practically melts and falls apart on its own Hi, have you worked here for a long time?

She's been working at the shop now for 5 years Eventually becoming the Tencho, aka store manager She originally wanted to learn how to open her own restaurant But she fell in love with the shop's spirit and culture And instead of moving on, she chose to stay Becoming an integral part of their story So you love burgers, right?

Nice, that's the meat for their patties A blend of Australian chuck eye roll With Japanese beef fat and coarsely minced To create their signature rich and meaty texture So, how was it in the beginning?

With no background in business, every step was uncharted territory He recalls the challenges of juggling costs Ingredients, staff wages, utilities All while refusing to compromise on quality The pressure was real, but through every step back and hard-earned lesson He held tight to the passion that sparked the journey in the first place Letting it guide him through challenging times Hi, how long have you worked here?

At 11.30, the shop is finally open for business Hello!

And right at the opening, there's already a customer Oh, and Kawasan is already making a burger for deliveries Not too long ago, demae, aka food delivery options, were severely limited But the pandemic forever changed Japan's food delivery culture As food delivery technologies quickly advanced and made it more convenient Nice, the first order is in I guess he ordered a burger and a sandwich So, what was the original inspiration for all this?

Although hamburgers are not a traditional Japanese food He says that when he took a trip to California many years ago He fell in love with the taste And now blends a bold, juicy American burger With his own Japanese nature of subtlety and attention to detail Before I show you more of how Japan does its burgers Let me share with you how to experience Japan Through an authentic snack box delivered directly to the comfort of your own home by Sakurako The sponsor of this video Just look at this carefully curated box Filled with traditional and seasonal snacks All supporting local makers across Japan Always unique to the month itself This one's theme is Journey to Okinawa It's got so many tasty treats Like this mango jelly, Benimo pie Okinawa baked chocolate Kokuto cinnamon peanuts And even this Gorgonzola Nori Ten I love getting to try them all And you get this Sanpin tea to deliciously pair with all of your snacks Plus, this month I'm super happy about getting this Blooms hand-picked ceramic As always, you get this ultra cool booklet To learn about everything in the box Including allergen info and even Japanese culture Better yet, it's shipped worldwide So gift yourself or even a loved one And get $5 off your first order By using my code PAOLO And link in the description So you're the store manager here, huh?

So as a store manager What's the most important thing for you?

The most important thing for me is creating a space for the store Because I'm a customer So I have to make sure that I'm creating a space  She recalls how Kawasan's wife showed her First hand the quiet power of a motenashi The Japanese spirit of hospitality Rooted in genuine care by treating guests with sincere respect And anticipating their needs Without expecting anything in return A culture deeply rooted in Japanese society And practiced not only in customer service But also in daily life Helping to foster strong relationships So did you ever imagine yourself working in a burger shop?

I'm so happy for you guys A little before noon The tables are filled And the kitchen gets busier than ever It's incredible to watch them in action Crafting the burgers in rapid succession Each one flawless Operating like a finely tuned burger pit crew Where precision, speed, and teamwork All come together under pressure   Okay, there you go Although the shop has grown and developed A strong local customer base It wasn't always like this In fact, it was only in its second year When it finally started to gain its stride But that's when the pandemic struck Threatening to bring it all to a halt As many neighboring businesses around them Closed down Kawasan, his wife, and their small team Held the line Pouring everything they had Into keeping the dream alive They persevered And today, that unshakable and resilient unity Is the heart of everything they do They look busy So let's go talk to some customers Hi, can I ask you a question?

Cool, thanks Excuse me, do you come here often?

Awesome, thank you Wow, that's their waffle burger With their signature beef patty Cream cheese, bacon, bacon jam Jalapenos, and finished off with maple sauce It looks incredible And his recent creation is this melon pond burger I don't think I've ever seen this Anywhere else in the world So how do you craft such unique burgers?

Genius For Kawasan, his love for burgers Is the engine that drives his creativity He envisioned a place where imagination meets flavor Where no two burgers have to be the same Which is why he gave his shop the name Burger Factory A tribute to his dream Of offering endless possibilities Between two buns He even created a hidden menu With an animal style vibe By the way How do you stay so slim eating burgers all the time?

Good strategy At first, everyone gets fat, right?

Everyone gets fat Oh no Everyone gets a little skinny That makes sense Apparently, all the workers are allowed To eat whatever burger they want On the day they work So many workers load their burgers with toppings Sounds like my dream job So, do you think your kids are going to take over When you get older?

That's awesome His child is still young So that time is still far off But one day He hopes that either his child Or even a trusted apprentice Will carry forward the legacy He's carefully crafting today It's a reminder that Even an unfulfilled passion Can become the path To something even more meaningful If not for music Kawasan and his wife Might have never met Though that dream has faded It gave rise to a new one And that's another one in the books If you want to visit this spot for yourself Check out the link in the description So this was behind the counter At a local Japanese burger shop If you guys liked this video Like always, help me out And hit that like button If you want to help support the channel Check out the hot sauce Check out my merch And I've said it before But I do have a shop Now in Shibuya If you want to get My Paolo from Tokyo Premium Coming in their hot sauce Finally, if you guys want to see More videos like this Or anything related to Japan Hit that subscribe button And the bell button I'll catch you guys In the next one