Why Ryuji Is Hated So Intensely by Those Who Dislike Him: Ryuji Explains the Factors That Make Him His Own Anti, Plus His Anti-Remarks About Himself

What happened

A user asked why people who dislike Ryuji really hate him. Ryuji replied on X, saying that if he were an ordinary person and not a cooking expert, he would probably be his own critic too. He listed reasons he thinks people would dislike him, such as being loud and seeming arrogant. He also said he dislikes the idea that one influencer's taste opinions must always be right. Many people replied, and some agreed with him while others defended him.

Key facts

• Ryuji has about 5.6 million YouTube subscribers.
• He has about 2.32 million Instagram followers and about 760,000 TikTok followers.
• His total follower count across platforms is about 11.6 million.
• His recipe book sales total about 1.5 million copies.
• The post was published on October 25, 2026.

Who is Ryuji?

Ryuji is a Japanese cooking researcher and YouTuber. He runs a company called Bazurecipe. His recipes are known for being simple and easy to copy. Some people like his honest opinions, including his reviews of convenience store lunch boxes. Others find his strong style annoying.

Why it matters

The story shows how online fans and critics can judge a famous food creator. Some people say his easy recipes help busy people cook at home. Others say he is too loud or too sure of himself. Ryuji's joke about being his own critic shows that he can laugh at himself, and that may help him win over some doubters.

What to watch

• Whether Ryuji keeps using humor to answer critics.
• How fans and critics react to his future videos and posts.
• Whether more people talk about the balance between honest opinions and fame online.