Rodger, you seemed like such a sweet, genuine, really fun and intelligent man. I wish I had come across your videos before you were cruelly taken from your loved ones and future opportunities. Thank you for the time and effort you put into sharing your amazing experiences with the world. I've been in the process of making 1000 paper cranes to send to Hiroshima Peace Memorial. I will send them on your behalf, and in your memory. A part of you will always be in Japan. Rest in peace, sweetheart.
I recently found your videos Roger, and watched a dozen before I read some of the comments wishing you the best. I hope others watch your videos, are inspired in their own lives to do something special and to grow, experience the world with the same gusto and humbleness that you brought.
For those who don't know what happenend. Rodger died on jan 27th (jan26th in the states) in Hanamaki Japan of internal bleeding into the abdominal cavity caused by acute pancreatitis.
Rodger Swan I enjoyed your videos, you seamed to be a good, kind man who lived well and cared about others. It makes me sad to hear your time in this world was very short, but I hope you are happy now wherever you are. May the God and the Goddess bless you and rest in peace.
You know Rodger lived a great life. He lived his dream and he was only in his early 20's. Most people can't say that in their 60's. I pray I can meet you on heaven one day Rodger swan. RIP
Rodger has inspired me with his videos to take an exchange trip to Japan next year for a semester to study. I wish to follow in his footsteps and produce an insightful video blog as Rodger has and I hope you guys will enjoy them in the future!
I just found your channel the other day and I'm already brought to tears by this video. You seemed like a wonderful person, and your Japan videos make me laugh. RIP
Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. Rodger will never be gone. He will always live in the hearts of the people he touched and he will reach many more through his videos. RIP Rodger
I've been watching swan's vids since the begining. i've watched as this guy changed and grew from a very shy vlogger to a real videographer. he has shown the best side of japan. he made people want to go on trips and especially want to make teachers teach there. his vids were always insightful and inspiring. whoever made this vid did an awesome job! Tokyo Swan, Iwate Swan, Roger Swan.. u will be greatly missed!! u have entertained, influenced and inspired others in your short life!
I actually never knew anything about him. I'm fairly new to the J Vlogging community. But I wanted to pay my respects to his family. I'm sorry that this happened. May he rest in peace.
just found these videos and all of them were great. one question. can someone tell me what happened to rodger and rupert? i saw a lot of comments saying that rodger had passed away but the guy looks very young and doesn't seem sick at all.
I only clocked in now and then to see his videos. What happened? Did he die in Japan of a pancreatic illness? I just this week went to check on his videos and found out he died. Such a sweet man...I hope some other guy or gal felt the depth of this love cuz it seems he had a lot to share. So sad....and somewhat glad he did not see the destruction of a place he loved. I lived in Sendai for 2 years in the 90s. I have loved his videos...oh my.....
Rodger, so many wonderful words to describe him. He was always so energetic and kind to all and that's what made me look forward to his next video, hoping that it would come soon. I can say that I have watched every one of his videos for the most part and I have been touched in the greatest way. I've been inspired to do go out and try so many things due to him and all I can say is thank you for touching so many hearts. Please rest in peace, and watch over everybody during this time of crisis.
rip rodger you were a great man...Now to my questoin, at about 2:08... why does he put the camer close to his body and lower it when he says "theres a car"...is recording illigal?
The most beautiful part about his life, and these videos, is that no matter how much time goes by, people will still discover him, and meet him, and get to know him, and the life he lived. He didn't find the fountain of youth, he found the secret to immortality. Even though I never got to meet him personally, I'm thankful to have these videos, that let me get to know his spirit, even if he's gone. On that note, so long Rodger. We will see you next time.
amazing montage at the end. his videos have inspired to learn japanese and live among japanese culture. he was always so positive and loved what he did. RIP
I had been watching rodgers videos for almost a year and then i stopped for a while. I saw that the recent earthquake and tsunami had hit iwate Japan and said let me check and see if Rodger's ok. I find this video and find out that hes been dead for almost a year. Very sad i barely have words to describe it. He seemed like a very good person and he will be missed
I came across his channel just a few hours ago, when I looked for Shenmue videos and found his video in which Roger explores the region that game was inspired by.
It saddens me that he had to pass away so soon. Gonna check out all his videos now.
I am very happy to see this last video, but I am also very sad of what happened at Iwate prefecture caused by the tsunami... I am sure Rodger is taking care of all the people that suffered at this prefecture
and seeing iwate long before they had to deal with this tragedy over the last few days. i hope they are all recovering well. as other have said, it would have been tough for him to see japan go through all of this. rest in peace
Still miss you roger swan im sad you are gone but im glad you are not here to see what happened to your beautiful Iwate i think you would have been devastated by the destruction its a mess Japan could use a guy like you right now .
When I heard about the earthquake in Japan today I couldn't help but think of Rodger and Iwate swan. I was surprised with this final video of his when I logged into my account. Prayers to Japan and Rodger.
Bedankt voor de mooie videos over Japan. Ik ben zelf ook een groot fan van japan. Ik las gisteren pas dat je er niet meer bent. Op dit moemt voel im me zeer verdrietig. rust in vrede....
swan inspired me to make vids XD when he passed my heart was broken it was like missin a bro i never knew, he was a link to japan for all of us fellow YOUTUBERS XD Always Swan buddy U wiill BE missed XD i even admit he was a bit of a badass in personality XD i've learned alot from him, his travels and his experiences XD XO i will and many others will go to japan , maybe even go to IWATE and hanamaki just to see where he lived his GRAND LIFE XD ;( miss ya man cheers for sharing your life with us
Rodger, I did not know who you were until it was too late to ever be able to meet you. You have touched my life so much and gave me hope for myself and my epic move to Tokyo, Japan. I live every day for you and I appreciate what I have because your life was torn away from you far too soon. I hope to have my own J-Vlog up. No one could ever replace you but I hope to do you proud!
your videos are so great, ive watched every single Iwate Swan, you cover life and every daily occurance so well. You also added humour without perhaps even intending to as you had a natural gift to make people feel good and like each and every one of us knew you. You were Inspired by TokyoSwan but let me just say your videos are far, far better and of a much higher caliber. You will be missed and you are my personal inspiration to travel and live in Tokyo!
Thank you Rodger, you were an inspiration. Because of you, i'm now going to bite the bullet and apply to JET in September. I hope to live my dream just as you did.
These last 3 videos have been such a joy to watch. Seeing rodgers sweet smile really brightened my day. May he rest in peace and thank you so much for posting these XD
Well this..sucks. I subscribed to this guy a long time ago for his japanese horror movie reviews, and then he started doing some other videos about his experience in japan. I watched several of them and sort of lost interest after a while. I just now saw this one posted and though, "I wonder what he's been up to". I had no idea he had passed. He seemed like a great person, it's unfortunate that people like him go so early.
Never knew Rodger, and I only started watching his videos just before the end. I think it's awesome that he will always be immortal on Youtube, and connected to his love of Japan.
The Swan has spread his wings, and is finally flying. What a beautiful send-off for not just a beautiful person, but a friend and teacher. I feel happy for Rodger, he died peacefully, in a place he loves, having spent his final days enjoying himself in the company of his best friend, eating great food, visiting interesting places, and making videos. I don't think anyone could ask for a neither better way to finish their time in this world, nor a better memorium of such appreciation as this. :)
@Mike209000 Indeed. I know that's a boring answer, but you've pretty much said what's on my mind. He was lucky. Lucky to be able to see the places that he wants and experience what he wants. Not alot of people have to guts to do something like that.
Thank you so much for sharing the last videos that your son created. I only hope that when I make it over to Japan once I finish my college degree that I have half as much fun as he had over there.
Thank you very much for upload the last video 3/3 of this series, its always fun see Rodger enjoy the life in this videos, thank you to the family to led us enjoy one more time to see part of his life. Im sure ppl around this world enjoy like me, every moment all the videos he make, the smile, the details in the videos, etc, was really special, i salute from Costa Rica to all Rodger´s fan, rest in peace.
I hope everyone enjoy the life, like Rodger do in life.
I was almost brought to tears when I saw a new video from Rodger when I logged on. Rodger was such a good person... He really just exuded goodness. I look up to him like no one else! I'll miss him, even though I've never even met him... I hope his family and friends are coping well... God bless!
Still so weird to think that Rodger is gone. RIP! I've been enjoying these video's. Love Rupert's jacket. Go Lions! Lol that ice cream omg. Eating ice cream with chop sticks?? The ending was very touching. Wherever Rodger is now I hope he's happy and enjoying some ramen. :) See you next time Rodger. :)
I understand Roger liked scary stories. This is one of the scariest films I've ever seen because we all know what happens next. I dare say Roger would be deeply amused by that.
Thanks for uploading this! Again, it was bitter sweat. Good seeing Rubert again as well. Being a fellow Michigander, he truly represents! Can't believe its been only one year since Rodger's passing. Feels so much longer. I'll be back to watch more of his earlier vids again for sure.
I'm a university student who for as long as I can remember has been an avid anime/Japan lover, despite not looking the part. Come spring, I will be following my dream and visiting Japan with a friend. It was Rodger who showed me to follow my dream. It's a shame the world had to take away such an amazing person. Though true, I'm sure he would be happy to know just how many people he has touched. Though I never met you, I consider you a friend. R.I.P Rodger, you will be missed but never forgotten.
It's amazing how watching these videos makes it seem like he was still with us. You could tell he loved the country so much, it's heartbreaking to know his time there came to an end so soon.
Happy I got an official final episode. Glad I didn't have to live with the final one ending with "We'll see you next time". I've enjoyed watching the best j-vlogger on YouTube while you were here.
I have always been interested in Japan, but your passion and love shown through these videos has shown me more of what I love and I thank you for that.
All your videos long and short, entertaining or not, have always caught my eye.
I only started watching your videos a month ago, just proves that even though you are gone you are still become more known throughout You tube.
Knowing that this is the last episode fills me with sadness but at the same time watching this one last episode makes me happy. Thank you for sharing it with us. Rest in peace, Rodger.
Thank you SO much for making these last 3 videos! It means a lot to me, and I'm sure the rest of his fans. I can't believe it's already been one year since he has left all of us. May he rest in peace, and may his family also have peace within themselves. I love you, Rodger. Thank you for giving us your insight on the Japanese culture. You did what you loved. You chased your dreams. What else more could you ask for?
Thank you for uploading this. I can't beieve it has been a year. I started watching his videos around that time - he had such an instant charm that I ended up watching all of his Tokyo Swan videos in the period of a few days. He was definitely one of the good guys. With a great taste in films, may I add :)
I'm very thankful that Rodger's family and friends shared this with friends he never got to meet. I'm also thankful to Rodger for the chronicles of his life in Japan. I fell in love with Japan because of Shenmue. Rodger went to locations that were in the original Shenmue, therefore inspiring my love of Japan even further. He is one of the reasons I am attempting to learn the Japanese language.
Roger's videos have brought to my attention the wonders of both the urban and rural lifestyles of such a beautiful country. When I go to Japan one day I will go with the memories of such a great video maker.
Roger was the kind of person anyone would want as a friend. A great person--a great inspiration. I cried, too--at the montage.
I've been to Japan, (my wife is Japanese), so I can understand Roger's fascination with the country better than most. He did more than I can ever dream of. And he shared it with us.
I started watching tokyocooney a couple years ago and got introduced to rodger swan about half way. At that time my friends and I watched all of the tokyo swan and iwate swan separately. When we heard he had died we were all devestated. But over the last 3 epsidodes alot of us have watched them together in memory of rodger swan. He was a good person and will be missed. No one can take his place in the j-vlogging community. RIP.
Well, what can i say, other than to echo the comments of others here, thank you for bringing this footage to light so that we can watch him one last time. Love to his family and to the man himself, you were awesome mate and you rocked that epic mustache till the end! Take it easy, wherever you are ^_^
Thank you for editing the last three videos, it was great to see Rodger's journey til the end. I felt like i experienced Japan through his videos. Thank you to Rodger's loved ones for bringing up a wonderful person like him.
Today, I made a tribute video to Rodger, where I talk about how much he meant to me & how he influenced my video making. It's on my channel if anyone wants to check it out. RIP Rodger!!
Even though it was hard to watch this last video, I want to Thank Rodger's family and friends for releasing these last three videos. Also, I want to thank Rodger again for the weekly videos he gave us when he was here. He touched my heart and many others greatly. Never take a single moment with the people you love forgranted. RIP Rodger. :(
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LilTokyoProductions 1 week ago
does anyone know the song at the end of this video? i love it
WdupJocks 3 weeks ago
What a wonderful young man. Can't believe it's been 2 years ago that he passed away. Rest in peace, Rodger.
66SiK 1 month ago
Rodger, you seemed like such a sweet, genuine, really fun and intelligent man. I wish I had come across your videos before you were cruelly taken from your loved ones and future opportunities. Thank you for the time and effort you put into sharing your amazing experiences with the world. I've been in the process of making 1000 paper cranes to send to Hiroshima Peace Memorial. I will send them on your behalf, and in your memory. A part of you will always be in Japan. Rest in peace, sweetheart.
sraphael 1 month ago
That ice cream looks like a penis lol.
turbodaze 2 months ago
Dang that's crazy I did not know he passed away. It is sad that good people die so young, but I bet he enjoyed every minute of his life.
BeyondGamer01 2 months ago
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MNamikaze101 2 months ago
He will be missed.
gangster301 2 months ago
岩手人は日本一優しいですよ。料理も美味しい。
TK931112 2 months ago
kinda sad seeing one of his last vids
thewafflenator1 2 months ago
how did roger die?
girltalk12345678 3 months ago
@girltalk12345678 internal bleeding into the abdominal cavity caused by acute pancreatitis, that's what it says on channel description.
ganonforce 2 months ago
Until next time, friend.
MegaJecht 4 months ago
I recently found your videos Roger, and watched a dozen before I read some of the comments wishing you the best. I hope others watch your videos, are inspired in their own lives to do something special and to grow, experience the world with the same gusto and humbleness that you brought.
chicanohek 4 months ago
For those who don't know what happenend. Rodger died on jan 27th (jan26th in the states) in Hanamaki Japan of internal bleeding into the abdominal cavity caused by acute pancreatitis.
Headcheezonium 5 months ago
Rodger Swan I enjoyed your videos, you seamed to be a good, kind man who lived well and cared about others. It makes me sad to hear your time in this world was very short, but I hope you are happy now wherever you are. May the God and the Goddess bless you and rest in peace.
Venefica82 5 months ago
Wow, this guy looks like Rivers Cuomo... RIP.
rosesarefree2009 5 months ago
You know Rodger lived a great life. He lived his dream and he was only in his early 20's. Most people can't say that in their 60's. I pray I can meet you on heaven one day Rodger swan. RIP
jarockstar27 5 months ago
Hehehe 5:36... RUPERT... Thought you could get away with that left hand nose wipe did you? Busted
LEV1ATHYN 5 months ago
Rodger has inspired me with his videos to take an exchange trip to Japan next year for a semester to study. I wish to follow in his footsteps and produce an insightful video blog as Rodger has and I hope you guys will enjoy them in the future!
dannguyennz 5 months ago
:'( why do good people die? :'(
77cleetus 6 months ago
God bless him, genuinely nice guy
thanasisk 6 months ago
Bless Iwate Swan. Good by my friend!!
angelwings500 6 months ago
How he die???
Kawp123 7 months ago
@Kawp123 I want to know that too. lol
Bradley12595 6 months ago
I just found your channel the other day and I'm already brought to tears by this video. You seemed like a wonderful person, and your Japan videos make me laugh. RIP
DBB1231 7 months ago
R.I.P Rodger.
Even though I didn't start watching your videos untill recently, they were good reviews of good movies.
UrbanDemocrat 7 months ago
Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. Rodger will never be gone. He will always live in the hearts of the people he touched and he will reach many more through his videos. RIP Rodger
ProudChapina 8 months ago
american
WWEFREAK372 8 months ago
I've been watching swan's vids since the begining. i've watched as this guy changed and grew from a very shy vlogger to a real videographer. he has shown the best side of japan. he made people want to go on trips and especially want to make teachers teach there. his vids were always insightful and inspiring. whoever made this vid did an awesome job! Tokyo Swan, Iwate Swan, Roger Swan.. u will be greatly missed!! u have entertained, influenced and inspired others in your short life!
TheConspiracyMan8 8 months ago 10
Hey Rodger, I miss you! I miss waiting for your videos everyday. I'll see you in Heaven. I promise.
LifesVideos 8 months ago
I was really impressed this and other videos by Roger. Rest in peace.
LetsJapanCh 8 months ago
Rest in Peace.
Niamhdickson 8 months ago
I actually never knew anything about him. I'm fairly new to the J Vlogging community. But I wanted to pay my respects to his family. I'm sorry that this happened. May he rest in peace.
WarmothStrat 8 months ago
Just re watched this video and saw it has 0 dislikes. That made me so happy
skaterbill06 9 months ago
just found these videos and all of them were great. one question. can someone tell me what happened to rodger and rupert? i saw a lot of comments saying that rodger had passed away but the guy looks very young and doesn't seem sick at all.
brettmann 9 months ago
@brettmann read the profile on his channel nignog
meeestersaaarmo 9 months ago
@brettmann acute pancreatis
SongsofInnocence 5 months ago
Swan...Please sleep restfully.m(__)m
iharu4 9 months ago
1:21 Am I the only one who thought that ice cream was something else at first?
zbrg1 10 months ago 2
今も、ロジャーさんが、何処かで生きている気がします。
mozuku311 10 months ago
I so wish you could watch my first video!!! I still love and think of you often.
TubaBuddha 10 months ago
R.I.P Rodger, your videos were really great.Thank you for sharing them with us, you got me to watch a lot of really cool films. We will miss you.
GunsNRoseskicksass 11 months ago
R.I.P. Roger. You are missed.
lilkalanadiangirl31 11 months ago 9
I only clocked in now and then to see his videos. What happened? Did he die in Japan of a pancreatic illness? I just this week went to check on his videos and found out he died. Such a sweet man...I hope some other guy or gal felt the depth of this love cuz it seems he had a lot to share. So sad....and somewhat glad he did not see the destruction of a place he loved. I lived in Sendai for 2 years in the 90s. I have loved his videos...oh my.....
sennichi98 11 months ago
Rodger, so many wonderful words to describe him. He was always so energetic and kind to all and that's what made me look forward to his next video, hoping that it would come soon. I can say that I have watched every one of his videos for the most part and I have been touched in the greatest way. I've been inspired to do go out and try so many things due to him and all I can say is thank you for touching so many hearts. Please rest in peace, and watch over everybody during this time of crisis.
ProdigyLTA 11 months ago
ho god! I WILL MISS U!
Elley82 11 months ago
rip rodger you were a great man...Now to my questoin, at about 2:08... why does he put the camer close to his body and lower it when he says "theres a car"...is recording illigal?
GarIicjr 11 months ago
I miss his videos....
AznTakumi 11 months ago
The most beautiful part about his life, and these videos, is that no matter how much time goes by, people will still discover him, and meet him, and get to know him, and the life he lived. He didn't find the fountain of youth, he found the secret to immortality. Even though I never got to meet him personally, I'm thankful to have these videos, that let me get to know his spirit, even if he's gone. On that note, so long Rodger. We will see you next time.
Jehosh27 11 months ago 2
amazing montage at the end. his videos have inspired to learn japanese and live among japanese culture. he was always so positive and loved what he did. RIP
TheConsoleBoy 11 months ago
I had been watching rodgers videos for almost a year and then i stopped for a while. I saw that the recent earthquake and tsunami had hit iwate Japan and said let me check and see if Rodger's ok. I find this video and find out that hes been dead for almost a year. Very sad i barely have words to describe it. He seemed like a very good person and he will be missed
REStokes92 11 months ago
I came across his channel just a few hours ago, when I looked for Shenmue videos and found his video in which Roger explores the region that game was inspired by.
It saddens me that he had to pass away so soon. Gonna check out all his videos now.
Rockerbeck 11 months ago
I am very happy to see this last video, but I am also very sad of what happened at Iwate prefecture caused by the tsunami... I am sure Rodger is taking care of all the people that suffered at this prefecture
galvanchristian 11 months ago
very sad seeing his last video :/
and seeing iwate long before they had to deal with this tragedy over the last few days. i hope they are all recovering well. as other have said, it would have been tough for him to see japan go through all of this. rest in peace
spartanhelsinki 11 months ago
Still miss you roger swan im sad you are gone but im glad you are not here to see what happened to your beautiful Iwate i think you would have been devastated by the destruction its a mess Japan could use a guy like you right now .
Peace man (=
ushiuni82 11 months ago
I think some people are gifted enough to accomplish everything they need to at a young age R.I.P.
wolfxlord93 11 months ago
Hope Rogers looking down from heaven on japan and hoping for their quick recovery. No, I know that's what he's thinking.
kizzy75 11 months ago
When I heard about the earthquake in Japan today I couldn't help but think of Rodger and Iwate swan. I was surprised with this final video of his when I logged into my account. Prayers to Japan and Rodger.
fkthsh 11 months ago
i just found this channel and i have no idea about anything, how did rodger die?
8Mile546 1 year ago
@8Mile546 u can read that in he's channel description
alonirev 11 months ago
Bedankt voor de mooie videos over Japan. Ik ben zelf ook een groot fan van japan. Ik las gisteren pas dat je er niet meer bent. Op dit moemt voel im me zeer verdrietig. rust in vrede....
gustoThegangsta 1 year ago
man i still cant believe your gone...
rest in peace roger.
battlecry 1 year ago
Why was he taken away from us so soon? :(
pinkflower7783 1 year ago
Chuck Norris cries when watching these videos. R.I.P
4Tankzilla 1 year ago
Rodger... Can't believe its been a year already... Thank you for everything!
exactlythatsthepoint 1 year ago
@ffmarca sorry i meant toykocooney, doh! :)
jtpf87 1 year ago
@jtpf87 ahhhh haha my apologies too ^^
Gotcha! ;)
FFMarca 1 year ago
swan inspired me to make vids XD when he passed my heart was broken it was like missin a bro i never knew, he was a link to japan for all of us fellow YOUTUBERS XD Always Swan buddy U wiill BE missed XD i even admit he was a bit of a badass in personality XD i've learned alot from him, his travels and his experiences XD XO i will and many others will go to japan , maybe even go to IWATE and hanamaki just to see where he lived his GRAND LIFE XD ;( miss ya man cheers for sharing your life with us
Prezsama 1 year ago
R.I.P Rodger :(
samsmd 1 year ago
Rodger, I did not know who you were until it was too late to ever be able to meet you. You have touched my life so much and gave me hope for myself and my epic move to Tokyo, Japan. I live every day for you and I appreciate what I have because your life was torn away from you far too soon. I hope to have my own J-Vlog up. No one could ever replace you but I hope to do you proud!
AndyGarcia82 1 year ago
your videos are so great, ive watched every single Iwate Swan, you cover life and every daily occurance so well. You also added humour without perhaps even intending to as you had a natural gift to make people feel good and like each and every one of us knew you. You were Inspired by TokyoSwan but let me just say your videos are far, far better and of a much higher caliber. You will be missed and you are my personal inspiration to travel and live in Tokyo!
jtpf87 1 year ago
@jtpf87 IwateSwan WAS TokyoSwan
Thank you Rodger, you were an inspiration. Because of you, i'm now going to bite the bullet and apply to JET in September. I hope to live my dream just as you did.
FFMarca 1 year ago
can't believe a year has passed since you went, RIP
fulcilover 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
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ChannelKero 1 year ago
@genesisrhapsodos131 I found Rodger the same way. One of those people I wishi had taken the time to meet.
97North 1 year ago
Thanks for putting these last videos up, it's been nice to see Roger again. May he rest in peace, we will all miss him.
xTheCommodore 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
i am japanese people.
he will alive in youtube foever.
gfhjtrjh 1 year ago
Well Rodger, I guess this is good bye. It's been a real treat. Thanks for the memories. See ya next time...
azazelthegoat 1 year ago 2
Great video!
Thanks to the family and R.I.P. Rodger.
ShenmueProtector 1 year ago 2
These last 3 videos have been such a joy to watch. Seeing rodgers sweet smile really brightened my day. May he rest in peace and thank you so much for posting these XD
jakartytatt 1 year ago
Rupert seems like an easy friend to entertain boy loves his food (good for him)
Thxs for the Videos Rogers family it means a lot to the people who followed Roger through u tube he was remarkable in so many ways.. Rip Swan
ushiuni82 1 year ago
he's a great person.. r.i.p rodg :) i loved ur vids
b12twezy 1 year ago
:(
nvtSVRick 1 year ago
RIP Swan,
Gone but not forgotten
Draidic 1 year ago
Well this..sucks. I subscribed to this guy a long time ago for his japanese horror movie reviews, and then he started doing some other videos about his experience in japan. I watched several of them and sort of lost interest after a while. I just now saw this one posted and though, "I wonder what he's been up to". I had no idea he had passed. He seemed like a great person, it's unfortunate that people like him go so early.
killamonkey 1 year ago
Never knew Rodger, and I only started watching his videos just before the end. I think it's awesome that he will always be immortal on Youtube, and connected to his love of Japan.
SilentMannam 1 year ago 14
Thank you for the videos. You're still my favorite person on youtube! I miss you Rodger.
abuccilli 1 year ago
The Swan has spread his wings, and is finally flying. What a beautiful send-off for not just a beautiful person, but a friend and teacher. I feel happy for Rodger, he died peacefully, in a place he loves, having spent his final days enjoying himself in the company of his best friend, eating great food, visiting interesting places, and making videos. I don't think anyone could ask for a neither better way to finish their time in this world, nor a better memorium of such appreciation as this. :)
Mike209000 1 year ago 28
@Mike209000 Indeed. I know that's a boring answer, but you've pretty much said what's on my mind. He was lucky. Lucky to be able to see the places that he wants and experience what he wants. Not alot of people have to guts to do something like that.
pinglauwa 10 months ago
I only just found out, I am quite sad he is gone but thankful I was able to enjoy his views. RIP
michaelmelbourne 1 year ago
Thanks for these videos. Does Rupert have a channel?
jrittmayer 1 year ago
Thank you so much for sharing the last videos that your son created. I only hope that when I make it over to Japan once I finish my college degree that I have half as much fun as he had over there.
norsehawk 1 year ago
Thank you for this final video. Thank you for all the memories.
XMaskedMagicianFanX 1 year ago
Thank you for uploading the last video, I'm glad i met him, although i never met him in real life, i know he was a great guy. RIP
mvram77 1 year ago
Always loved your videos (these ones and the horror reviews). Miss them. Thanks, Rodger.
kherux 1 year ago
Thank you very much for upload the last video 3/3 of this series, its always fun see Rodger enjoy the life in this videos, thank you to the family to led us enjoy one more time to see part of his life. Im sure ppl around this world enjoy like me, every moment all the videos he make, the smile, the details in the videos, etc, was really special, i salute from Costa Rica to all Rodger´s fan, rest in peace.
I hope everyone enjoy the life, like Rodger do in life.
Thank you, we remember him always.
lernack 1 year ago
How did he die?
mjljthekings 1 year ago
@mjljthekings ruptured spleen or something like that. it was sudden
maxgo111 1 year ago
8D nerdhead is playing in the bg at the restraunt!!! i LOVE THAT SONG// IWATE...I MISS U ; __ ;
CPVegastoTokyo 1 year ago
Beautiful Video.
Rodger Swan (1986 - 27 January 2010)
Kintaro696 1 year ago 2
Does Rupert have a channel?
R.I.P. Roger.
NektariosGeorge 1 year ago 2
I was almost brought to tears when I saw a new video from Rodger when I logged on. Rodger was such a good person... He really just exuded goodness. I look up to him like no one else! I'll miss him, even though I've never even met him... I hope his family and friends are coping well... God bless!
MentalMCRFanatic 1 year ago 2
0 dislikes. <3
R.I.P. Swan /:
neverstopdreaminn 1 year ago
Still so weird to think that Rodger is gone. RIP! I've been enjoying these video's. Love Rupert's jacket. Go Lions! Lol that ice cream omg. Eating ice cream with chop sticks?? The ending was very touching. Wherever Rodger is now I hope he's happy and enjoying some ramen. :) See you next time Rodger. :)
LittlePinky82 1 year ago
Rest in peace, you've given so much to the world.
Ampz316 1 year ago
That's sad :(.
Rest in Peace Rodger! :)
Ruvigy 1 year ago
Rodger was such an inspiration and such a great, wonderfull guy. May he rest in peace.
Verenaf89 1 year ago
its really sad to hear he's gone...
manstereo 1 year ago
I understand Roger liked scary stories. This is one of the scariest films I've ever seen because we all know what happens next. I dare say Roger would be deeply amused by that.
ElevenColors 1 year ago 2
RIP Rodger, I enjoyed your vids.
goldghoti 1 year ago
Thanks for uploading this! Again, it was bitter sweat. Good seeing Rubert again as well. Being a fellow Michigander, he truly represents! Can't believe its been only one year since Rodger's passing. Feels so much longer. I'll be back to watch more of his earlier vids again for sure.
MATTCOSSIN 1 year ago
I'm a university student who for as long as I can remember has been an avid anime/Japan lover, despite not looking the part. Come spring, I will be following my dream and visiting Japan with a friend. It was Rodger who showed me to follow my dream. It's a shame the world had to take away such an amazing person. Though true, I'm sure he would be happy to know just how many people he has touched. Though I never met you, I consider you a friend. R.I.P Rodger, you will be missed but never forgotten.
CheemaChatters 1 year ago 2
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CheemaChatters 1 year ago
Just watching his love for Japan makes me want to work that much harder so I can get there as well.
RIP.
OfLaSoul 1 year ago
It's amazing how watching these videos makes it seem like he was still with us. You could tell he loved the country so much, it's heartbreaking to know his time there came to an end so soon.
Rest In Peace, Roger.
Nat4Brendan 1 year ago
I added u b4 my trip to japan. Thank u for the videos and rest in peace
capazk 1 year ago
I found him days after he passed away..I wish I found him before he passed. This is the last video. I'm glad i was here for this one.
redsnake93 1 year ago 2
I miss you so much roger :(
pf91rodman 1 year ago 2
Happy I got an official final episode. Glad I didn't have to live with the final one ending with "We'll see you next time". I've enjoyed watching the best j-vlogger on YouTube while you were here.
RizingBlackSun 1 year ago 3
miss you so much, you are the portal to another world you know, need you more than anything when stress hit, keep posting please...
b88104044 1 year ago
I have always been interested in Japan, but your passion and love shown through these videos has shown me more of what I love and I thank you for that.
All your videos long and short, entertaining or not, have always caught my eye.
I only started watching your videos a month ago, just proves that even though you are gone you are still become more known throughout You tube.
JozeffStreet 1 year ago 2
See you next time Rodger. We love you.
Sxrillez 1 year ago 2
Rest In Peace Rodger. You were and are still such an inspiration to me.
CorPalmer 1 year ago 3
Thank you very much for the video. And again Thank you very much to you, Rodger. We all miss you.
bluegemini 1 year ago 2
I know a song called '' Only the good die young'', and it's true...
Ultimatesadventures 1 year ago
Knowing that this is the last episode fills me with sadness but at the same time watching this one last episode makes me happy. Thank you for sharing it with us. Rest in peace, Rodger.
LukeTrizzle 1 year ago 3
Thank you SO much for making these last 3 videos! It means a lot to me, and I'm sure the rest of his fans. I can't believe it's already been one year since he has left all of us. May he rest in peace, and may his family also have peace within themselves. I love you, Rodger. Thank you for giving us your insight on the Japanese culture. You did what you loved. You chased your dreams. What else more could you ask for?
blondexnaruto 1 year ago 56
I never knew you personally, but I sure as hell miss you. Rest in peace man.
AlmightyTaIlest 1 year ago 4
R.I.P Rodger....i'll miss you =(
Your videos were the best....
jamagurl31 1 year ago
Thank you for being such an inspiration Rodger, RIP. We will never forget you.
And thank you to his family for taking the time to post these last videos.
JtotheROC 1 year ago
Thank you for uploading this. I can't beieve it has been a year. I started watching his videos around that time - he had such an instant charm that I ended up watching all of his Tokyo Swan videos in the period of a few days. He was definitely one of the good guys. With a great taste in films, may I add :)
SJDurrant 1 year ago
That was really tough to watch but still made me smile, thank you to his family for uploading this. R.I.P Rodger.
thecorruptone 1 year ago
I'm very thankful that Rodger's family and friends shared this with friends he never got to meet. I'm also thankful to Rodger for the chronicles of his life in Japan. I fell in love with Japan because of Shenmue. Rodger went to locations that were in the original Shenmue, therefore inspiring my love of Japan even further. He is one of the reasons I am attempting to learn the Japanese language.
r4x2 1 year ago
Roger's videos have brought to my attention the wonders of both the urban and rural lifestyles of such a beautiful country. When I go to Japan one day I will go with the memories of such a great video maker.
gg94b 1 year ago
god i miss you swan. why is it always the nice ones :( take soulja boy instead.
TheRedDash 1 year ago
It was really wonderful to see some of the things Rodger got to experience before he passed. It still hurts so much to know that he's still gone.
Rodger had so much to offer the world.
RIP Rodger
cyborgvampire 1 year ago
Beautiful,simply beautiful.
zakruowrath 1 year ago
I'm so sad it's over but I'm glad it happened, RIP Rodger.
LoveHateHeroAmity 1 year ago
Thanks for the memories, Rodger. :)
rustoopid92 1 year ago
and this is where our journey ends. you had a good run swan, il miss you so much. one day i hope to say, we'll see you next time. R.I.P old friend.
everlong3r 1 year ago
Roger was the kind of person anyone would want as a friend. A great person--a great inspiration. I cried, too--at the montage.
I've been to Japan, (my wife is Japanese), so I can understand Roger's fascination with the country better than most. He did more than I can ever dream of. And he shared it with us.
MrKamechan 1 year ago
Thank you so much for sharing with us.
zackri 1 year ago
Rodger not only you inspired me to go vist japan but you also inspired me to be A better man thank you.R.I.P Roger
funchango92 1 year ago
Wow. That was a big bowl of sobu. Swan loved him some fried octopus balls.
gregsdaone 1 year ago
watching his videos still makes me smile. R.I.P Rodger
lokiblur 1 year ago
Rodger has inspired me to major in Japanese. I hope to become a teacher like he was. RIP Rodger.
nackbagger 1 year ago
I started watching tokyocooney a couple years ago and got introduced to rodger swan about half way. At that time my friends and I watched all of the tokyo swan and iwate swan separately. When we heard he had died we were all devestated. But over the last 3 epsidodes alot of us have watched them together in memory of rodger swan. He was a good person and will be missed. No one can take his place in the j-vlogging community. RIP.
genesisrhapsodos131 1 year ago 67
Well, what can i say, other than to echo the comments of others here, thank you for bringing this footage to light so that we can watch him one last time. Love to his family and to the man himself, you were awesome mate and you rocked that epic mustache till the end! Take it easy, wherever you are ^_^
crazywoodlouse 1 year ago
man gong to miss this personality of the J-blog community . because of him and this channel he will be remembered.
MrPentraxmul 1 year ago
RIP It's sad to see a good man go so soon
sach3 1 year ago
Thank you for editing the last three videos, it was great to see Rodger's journey til the end. I felt like i experienced Japan through his videos. Thank you to Rodger's loved ones for bringing up a wonderful person like him.
kingDAIOH 1 year ago
It's good to see you one last time. RIP Rodger.
LoganTheRunner 1 year ago
You are sorely missed Roger
December2112 1 year ago
Miss you, Rodger.
stubby019 1 year ago
this is tough to watch
Jack4420 1 year ago
RIP Rodger Swan. Peace always! Thanks for uploading this.
cloudstrifeification 1 year ago
RIP Rodger
slasherpool 1 year ago
Rest in peace my sweet prince
words can't describe how much you mean to me/everybody
emochild987 1 year ago
It's a shame he died so young, he had so much potential.
Rest in peace Rodger.
jackgordon38 1 year ago 2
Good bye and see you later Rodger. May we meet again.
1besticanbe1 1 year ago
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Today, I made a tribute video to Rodger, where I talk about how much he meant to me & how he influenced my video making. It's on my channel if anyone wants to check it out. RIP Rodger!!
AndySan 1 year ago
Thank you Rodgers family for uploading this last video. May Rodger R.I.P.
yumerose 1 year ago
Good buy my friend let us meet again in heaven.
fujisakimari 1 year ago
Thanks for the memories Rodger. Thanks to Rodgers family and friends for putting up these final videos. Great tribute to a great man!!!
midknight79 1 year ago
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Very well done. thank you so much. RIP Rodger
bigfelon 1 year ago
Very well done. thank you so much. RIP Rodger
bigfelon 1 year ago
Don't say R.I.P say B.R.R :)
See you soon Rodger!!!
dreamchaser171 1 year ago
R.I.P
Rodger Swan
Hijinx1982 1 year ago
See ya next time, Rodger.
JGD1985 1 year ago
Even though it was hard to watch this last video, I want to Thank Rodger's family and friends for releasing these last three videos. Also, I want to thank Rodger again for the weekly videos he gave us when he was here. He touched my heart and many others greatly. Never take a single moment with the people you love forgranted. RIP Rodger. :(
StarDr0ps 1 year ago
"...and, as always...we'll see ya next time!"
TokyoNerd 1 year ago 3