Stormtrooper Videos
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Mon 2006/11/13 21:12
Some more video clips of the more civilized queues waiting for their PS3 + other bits n bobs.
And if you are wondering, I dont imbed YouTube or Google Video code because they dont seem to appear in RSS feeds - is there a way around this? Click on the screenshots to view.
BTW, the highest I've seen the PS3 being flogged for is now 10,000,000 yen on Yahoo Auction Japan (click to see for yourself) Huh? 85,044 USD?!
Above: PS3 queues outside Yodobashi Camera Shinjuku. Clips taken by ellcy90.
Above: I forgot whether this chap was a policeman or a security guard but he asked me to help escort some of the queue round the block which I gladly did ^^;
Above: This is the video that I uploaded the other day of the PS3 crowds. This is the only pose I can think of without the blaster - look like such a wally ^^;
Above: Was invited to the opening of Kanda-sans bar in Shibuya - then decided to run around Shibuya towards the station afterwards ^^;
Above: Ran into a nearby arcade to play one of those shooting games.
Above: I dont generally walk with my arms swinging outwards but the armor prevents you from pooing, peeing, eating, walking or sitting properly ToT. My left arm always hit my blaster if I dont walk like this ^^;
Above: Was interviewed by Fumi Yamazaki from Technorati a while ago where I generally talk about the armor and this site.Walked around Shibuya Center Gai and jumped into that famous Sushi place - so famous that I cant remember the name ^^;
The interview starts off in English and then switches to Japanese. Folks who dont speak the lingo will probably fall asleep after English ends.
Above: Interview part 2 - talking about life with armor in a Starbucks clone coffee shop. From this point on the interview is in Japanese.
Above: Interview part 3 - talking about dannychoo.com.
Above: Interview part 4 - general stuff.
Above: This is Kanda-sans version of the running around in Shibuya with higher resolution and no music.
And if you are wondering, I dont imbed YouTube or Google Video code because they dont seem to appear in RSS feeds - is there a way around this? Click on the screenshots to view.
BTW, the highest I've seen the PS3 being flogged for is now 10,000,000 yen on Yahoo Auction Japan (click to see for yourself) Huh? 85,044 USD?!
The interview starts off in English and then switches to Japanese. Folks who dont speak the lingo will probably fall asleep after English ends.
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AndyH in Birmingham, UK
Dammit! Tokyo's lovely lit up streets makes me wish i were there right now! The guy on the first video and the people running after you on the 'running' one - were they trying to be a nuisance? Do you get much aggro? If you wore the stormtrooper costume in the UK you wouldnt last 10 minutes! Who takes the videos/ photos when youre out trooping? Your wife? As for the arcade question - i spent loads on Taiko no tatsujin and other cool rhythm games in Tokyo arcades, but alas, there is nothing of the sort in the UK.
(ID #41238) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Steve in Philadelphia
that's outrageous, 85k for a $600 console? people need to come to their senses and get some therapy for their narcissistic issues. Danny, love the clips and keep up the good work :)
(ID #41239) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Nikki in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippi...
Hi Danny! :) It's good that you're assisting people as a Stormtrooper. That's points for you and your armor; though you're already pretty popular. Yep, if money's not in question, I'm a sucker for shooting games in the arcade, and DrumMania too! Dance Revolution makes me sweat alot in public, so I ditched it.
(ID #41240) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
NickC in Vancouver, SFU
Holy crap that can't be for real. Who in the right mind would pay 2,147,483,648 Yen for a game system that could be purchased for MUCH less if they waited for a few more weeks. Its so insane that no one would do that... that is unless they have very very deep pockets.... Cheers,
(ID #41241) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
BotB in California
I seriously need to see the type of people who are buying that for that much money. And it's not like it's a rare bid, most of the PS3s are going for $10k+ US. I have seriously not met or heard of anyone who would shell out that kind of cash for a videogame console. Totally blows my mind.
(ID #41242) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Zip in Newcastle UK, in front of my c...
Oh Gosh!!...IT IS so FUNNY!!!! hahaha....your life in Japan is really lovely one....a storm trooper after work???? you really have a great "part time" job out there!! Thx in advance for your reviews Danny!!
(ID #41243) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
XYZPDQ in Pennsylvania, United States
Looks like you are having a lot of fun! I have always wanted to do crazy stuff like that and to live life in an outgoing manor. In America, it doesn't work this way =p. Culture in Japan and Culture in America can well... be different. Anywhoo I love life, and I love always coming back to see the next crazy thing you are doing. I love both countries (I love my country, USA) and your blog is the prime way I get information from Japan and how life for you and others is going. Keep up the great work, and I am looking forward to that Wii review!
(ID #41245) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
appolinaire in CA
Interesting. How much free time do you have on your hands (per week)?
(ID #41250) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Ãngelu§ in Malaysia
That interviewer is real giggly, isn't she :p
(ID #41252) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Waterfall
YOU は SHOCK! You need to find a few Stormtrooper friends. Stormtroopers work best in a group. ^_^
(ID #41253) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Chaos Incarnate in Pasco, WA, USA
That current bid on that PS3 HAS to be a fraud.
(ID #41255) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
FRAME in Manila
maybe you should join the 501st danny. there is a japanese garrison and they only have 42 members. And by the look of your armor you would get in easily. P.S. join the Stormtrooper School of Marksmanship
(ID #41256) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
BeLe in Cebu, Philippines
I sure enjoyed those videos. I bet you had so much fun doing those. Where else in the world can you walk around in the streets like that. Yep, it's only in Japan. Reminds me again why I so wanna go there. I sure wish I could spend a day in those armor boots of yours. heheh.
(ID #41258) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Denver in Batangas City, Philippines
danny choo's a big celebrity in japan!!! the videos were great fun...im still overly jealous of you having a ps3...again, great site danny!!! really love visiting your site everyday!!!
(ID #41259) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Sean Wilson in Tokyo
On the topic of PLAYST. 3: PlayStation 3 consoles advertised as used are appearing for sale in Japan shops as well as online auctions. They are being sold for up to four times the retail price of the console, which went on sale in Japan last Saturday for about £270. There are also reports that homeless people were paid to queue for the console on behalf of people now selling them on at a higher price!!
(ID #41260) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Marvin
I envy how you could just walk around the city in armour. ^^ I wonder though, how do you cope walking around in them during rush hour. It must be a real pain going into a subway train, or probably even drive a car in armour. ^^
(ID #41261) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
CollectioNDX in Boston
About the RSS feeds - Most RSS aggregators have configurations to strip certain tags - I only allow basic HTML in mine (ie no EMBED tags), for ease of viewing.
(ID #41263) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gundam Otaku in Singapore
WOW!! I just love Japan..I love it when people get together on such a joyful event.(",)
(ID #41264) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Vinson in New York
Yea i agree Japan is awesome! You got it good Danny trooping in Japan... lol
(ID #41265) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Shin222 in Dortmund (Germany)
I don't know if you knew it when a guy touched your bags (black thing) at the video Storm Trooper runs around Shibuya! [5.27/8:14] (the time limit at youtube) it seems he want your money or something like that... Anyway I like the video where you played one of those shooting games. Good job!
(ID #41266) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Danny in Tokyo
Shin222, Yes I did notice that and need to secure those pouches. FRAME, The 501st have strict regulations in Japan and if I was a member I probably would not be allowed to go around like that... Appolinaire, Minus 24 hours. AndyH, Have not encountered any aggro yet but do get a few drunk people coming over ^^;
(ID #41272) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Mg025 in Chicago
Mr Choo, when I grow up I wanna be a Stormtrooper just like you! You're hardcore.
(ID #41278) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
so many People out there getting the PS3, even chicks!! Thats awesome, I had no idea people camped out for it!! Trooping around vids are awesome Danny, Your'e a lucky fella.....
(ID #41279) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
David -M- in France, Strasbourg
Woooo ! People have some funny reactions sometimes :) No reaction at all (stormtrooper is usual) or running after you to take picture lol. But how can you run with suit and helmet ?!
(ID #41291) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
TIZ2k6 in Glasgow , UK
Hey nice outfit, have to say u got a great life goin on, i always wanted to be living in japan, to get away from the crap in the UK, well reply bak on my email, laterz
(ID #41323) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
waterfall
To Danny Choo, Related to this; http://www.riuva.com/?p=457 Can you get Chiwa Saitou next time? XD From Waterfall
(ID #41427) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
J in London
Those vids are awesome! I want me one of those Storm Trooping suits! It's also cool hearing ya accent. Even though you said you grew up in Hackney, it still surprised me. *lol*
(ID #41870) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
FSK1138 in Montreal canada
it's you daddy http://kr.n2o.yahoo.com/NBBS/1211199988
(ID #42744) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Student
You can only do this in Japan I think, you walk around here with that kind of suit I'm sure people would call 911(112 here) and call for the guys in white suits to take you back to the phsycs hospital
(ID #43482) Posted on 2007/01/28 02:44
Nice. I want a Star Wars costume. ^^
(ID #51563) Posted on 2007/07/13 18:29
AndyH in Birmingham, UK
Dammit! Tokyo's lovely lit up streets makes me wish i were there right now! The guy on the first video and the people running after you on the 'running' one - were they trying to be a nuisance? Do you get much aggro? If you wore the stormtrooper costume in the UK you wouldnt last 10 minutes! Who takes the videos/ photos when youre out trooping? Your wife? As for the arcade question - i spent loads on Taiko no tatsujin and other cool rhythm games in Tokyo arcades, but alas, there is nothing of the sort in the UK.
(ID #83242) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Steve in Philadelphia
that's outrageous, 85k for a $600 console? people need to come to their senses and get some therapy for their narcissistic issues. Danny, love the clips and keep up the good work :)
(ID #83243) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Nikki in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippi...
Hi Danny! :) It's good that you're assisting people as a Stormtrooper. That's points for you and your armor; though you're already pretty popular. Yep, if money's not in question, I'm a sucker for shooting games in the arcade, and DrumMania too! Dance Revolution makes me sweat alot in public, so I ditched it.
(ID #83244) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
NickC in Vancouver, SFU
Holy crap that can't be for real. Who in the right mind would pay 2,147,483,648 Yen for a game system that could be purchased for MUCH less if they waited for a few more weeks. Its so insane that no one would do that... that is unless they have very very deep pockets.... Cheers,
(ID #83245) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
BotB in California
I seriously need to see the type of people who are buying that for that much money. And it's not like it's a rare bid, most of the PS3s are going for $10k+ US. I have seriously not met or heard of anyone who would shell out that kind of cash for a videogame console. Totally blows my mind.
(ID #83246) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Zip in Newcastle UK, in front of my c...
Oh Gosh!!...IT IS so FUNNY!!!! hahaha....your life in Japan is really lovely one....a storm trooper after work???? you really have a great "part time" job out there!! Thx in advance for your reviews Danny!!
(ID #83247) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
XYZPDQ in Pennsylvania, United States
Looks like you are having a lot of fun! I have always wanted to do crazy stuff like that and to live life in an outgoing manor. In America, it doesn't work this way =p. Culture in Japan and Culture in America can well... be different. Anywhoo I love life, and I love always coming back to see the next crazy thing you are doing. I love both countries (I love my country, USA) and your blog is the prime way I get information from Japan and how life for you and others is going. Keep up the great work, and I am looking forward to that Wii review!
(ID #83249) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
appolinaire in CA
Interesting. How much free time do you have on your hands (per week)?
(ID #83254) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Ãngelu§ in Malaysia
That interviewer is real giggly, isn't she :p
(ID #83256) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Waterfall
YOU は SHOCK! You need to find a few Stormtrooper friends. Stormtroopers work best in a group. ^_^
(ID #83257) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Chaos Incarnate in Pasco, WA, USA
That current bid on that PS3 HAS to be a fraud.
(ID #83259) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
FRAME in Manila
maybe you should join the 501st danny. there is a japanese garrison and they only have 42 members. And by the look of your armor you would get in easily. P.S. join the Stormtrooper School of Marksmanship
(ID #83260) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
BeLe in Cebu, Philippines
I sure enjoyed those videos. I bet you had so much fun doing those. Where else in the world can you walk around in the streets like that. Yep, it's only in Japan. Reminds me again why I so wanna go there. I sure wish I could spend a day in those armor boots of yours. heheh.
(ID #83262) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Denver in Batangas City, Philippines
danny choo's a big celebrity in japan!!! the videos were great fun...im still overly jealous of you having a ps3...again, great site danny!!! really love visiting your site everyday!!!
(ID #83263) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Sean Wilson in Tokyo
On the topic of PLAYST. 3: PlayStation 3 consoles advertised as used are appearing for sale in Japan shops as well as online auctions. They are being sold for up to four times the retail price of the console, which went on sale in Japan last Saturday for about £270. There are also reports that homeless people were paid to queue for the console on behalf of people now selling them on at a higher price!!
(ID #83264) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Marvin
I envy how you could just walk around the city in armour. ^^ I wonder though, how do you cope walking around in them during rush hour. It must be a real pain going into a subway train, or probably even drive a car in armour. ^^
(ID #83265) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
CollectioNDX in Boston
About the RSS feeds - Most RSS aggregators have configurations to strip certain tags - I only allow basic HTML in mine (ie no EMBED tags), for ease of viewing.
(ID #83267) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gundam Otaku in Singapore
WOW!! I just love Japan..I love it when people get together on such a joyful event.(",)
(ID #83268) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Vinson in New York
Yea i agree Japan is awesome! You got it good Danny trooping in Japan... lol
(ID #83269) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Shin222 in Dortmund (Germany)
I don't know if you knew it when a guy touched your bags (black thing) at the video Storm Trooper runs around Shibuya! [5.27/8:14] (the time limit at youtube) it seems he want your money or something like that... Anyway I like the video where you played one of those shooting games. Good job!
(ID #83270) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Danny in Tokyo
Shin222, Yes I did notice that and need to secure those pouches. FRAME, The 501st have strict regulations in Japan and if I was a member I probably would not be allowed to go around like that... Appolinaire, Minus 24 hours. AndyH, Have not encountered any aggro yet but do get a few drunk people coming over ^^;
(ID #83276) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Mg025 in Chicago
Mr Choo, when I grow up I wanna be a Stormtrooper just like you! You're hardcore.
(ID #83282) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
so many People out there getting the PS3, even chicks!! Thats awesome, I had no idea people camped out for it!! Trooping around vids are awesome Danny, Your'e a lucky fella.....
(ID #83283) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
David -M- in France, Strasbourg
Woooo ! People have some funny reactions sometimes :) No reaction at all (stormtrooper is usual) or running after you to take picture lol. But how can you run with suit and helmet ?!
(ID #83295) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
TIZ2k6 in Glasgow , UK
Hey nice outfit, have to say u got a great life goin on, i always wanted to be living in japan, to get away from the crap in the UK, well reply bak on my email, laterz
(ID #83327) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
waterfall
To Danny Choo, Related to this; http://www.riuva.com/?p=457 Can you get Chiwa Saitou next time? XD From Waterfall
(ID #83431) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
J in London
Those vids are awesome! I want me one of those Storm Trooping suits! It's also cool hearing ya accent. Even though you said you grew up in Hackney, it still surprised me. *lol*
(ID #83874) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
FSK1138 in Montreal canada
it's you daddy http://kr.n2o.yahoo.com/NBBS/1211199988
(ID #84748) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
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