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For viewers: The reasons why NOT to stay at a ryokan in Tokyo actually start @03:39. I've booked at Yuen Shijuku Onsen Ryokan (without meals), where there is a gorgeous openair rooftop hotspring (my "nature" is the city), no curfew, luggage drop-off, and public transport close by. So all the reasons in the video are not relevant to my wishes.

Increasing scams are a side effect of the global recession and the bigger scam of few individuals and companies holding much of the wealth produced by humanity as a whole. It is sad but I guess these people also have to exist somehow.

Just beware of girls selling their body in Shinjuku, and you'll generally be fine Individuals are cheaper per se, but... usually you'll end up paying way more. Use proper brothels.

Living anywhere without knowing the language is challenging. I did this in Sicily and was able to do most everything by learning the money exchange and good gesturing. I never tried to speak and because my clothing matched locals, they naturally assumed I was a quiet & private man. The only thing that ever bother me while visiting was the extreme racisms toward one of my ship mates. I can only hope I do not encounter racist who shun others because they are different cultures or colors.

Any similar hotel for families with young kids? Marunouchi hotel is a no kids allowed.

Great video. Thank you for the advice. Thumbs up!

Number one give away, dark chocolate on the road side offering you bars and services. Its not racist but statistics.

then they should just make the ramen to go only then now no waiting thats the best idea

ketchup 😂

If the bar overcharges just don't pay and run out yelling for the police.

This is why you should hire a guide for your trip. To explain all about the prices and more.,

I am having travel plan to japan from 5 to 10th September. I heard September month have typhoon. Could you please advise on this

When greeted in a shop bow slightly. but what was the English word you said before that? at 1:34 in de video. you need to do is to "pridey" and slightly bow like the Japanese. I am dutch but can not find a translation for the word: Pridey.

It's funny how you say speak quietly in public however in Japan they have loud speakers in supermarkets, etc. constantly hawking food and their wares with each department blasting their adverts in the same space. I find this super intrusive and annoying having lived in Japan for many years

TY! Great advice! Your English is great!

I think Italians have an issue because of the name. Neapolitan means from Naples, and Italians are like that's not how they make spaghetti in any part of Italy let alone Naples.

weeby sushi is the most accurate description of a california roll

🤍❤ all your videos #NAO👍

❤🤍💙 all your video's mate👍

Spaghetti 🍝 ,is just european noodle 🍜. Fight me 😑

Italians would call sushi something that Japanese have never seen before sushi, so there is no problem. Incidentally, American sushi and teriyaki sauce are also completely unknown to the Japanese.

I would add one more and that is fake reviews/ratings. This one is quite common in english speaking countries, but until few years back it was not very common in Japan. The reviews used to be quite useful and representative of the actual quality of food or service. Now you need to pay as much attention as everywhere else and sometimes people forget about that. If you see a lot of 5-star reviews AND a lot of 1-star reviews, that is a red flag. If you look at the reviews and there is a lot of 5-star reviews from people with little or no other reviews, that is a red flag. If there is a lot of 5-star reviews in general, that is also a red flag. Japanese people rarely give 5-stars even if the food is excelent. This is not a huge scam that will cost you an arm and a leg. Usualy the restaurant will still be priced ok-ish and the food will probably still be safe to eat, but it might ruin your evening so it is better to be careful.

Idk if I’m sold on ketchup in a pasta sauce, but it doesn’t look bad actually

First off, disappointed and "outraged" are not the same. It's likely they were disappointed. If the media in Japan reports it as "outraged" that's just media hype (click bait). Likewise, if you go to a cheap restaurant (anywhere) and expect authentic cuisine YOU are making a mistake. If you want a quick and inexpensive meal, then don't worry about the name on the menu. Read what is in it then decide. Japanese "pizza" is also different than what most in the West expect. It doesn't "outrage" me. I just order something else. (^.-) On the other hand, Japanese McDonald's is better! And the toys in the "Happy Meals" are MUCH better (bring home to the kids of friends and be a hero). Short Version: Media Hype = Nonsense

Are you left-handed! Well, your spaghetti 🍝 😋 look so yummy . I have my Japanese trip plans...air-conditioned all the time.

The reason why Italians don't like is its to sweet due to the ketchup having a much higher concentration of sugar than crushed tomatoes lack of seasoning especially herbs apart from the onions and sauce lacks acidity but it make sense why they used ketchup due limited access of fresh food after the war. Also don't think of California rolls as sushi just think of them of sliced おにぎり then it should be okay. Will get to try very soon in September along with 納豆

I can understand why Italians may be shocked and appalled by Napolitan Spaghetti, but it doesn't look too bad. If you didn't tell anyone about the ketchup it seems like they may not notice its there.

huhh ? english bro

Thank you so much for this. Heading to Japan soon.

i only agree with rule which says .. that eating ramen while listening to the music .. would make other customers waiting too long .. other than that it’s ok 😃

About to visit Japan with my mom. I didnt realize that some small stuff they could scam! Ty for the heads up!

HI 👋 Thanks again. No small talk. One ramen 😋. Don't take too much time. Don't talk. It is the easiest one😌. I can't start talking in japanese🤦‍♀️😬

None of these things sounds bad to me! It all sounds good.

You work for 40yrs to have $1M in your retirement, meanwhile some people are putting just $10K in crypto from just few months ago and now they are multimillionaires..

The japanese women only car is a great idea. It's unfortunate that you still see old men use these carts too. When I went to japan, I saw older men going into the women only carts.

my dream is going to japan but the only time i can go is june, july or august

Tourists are being ripped off all over the world. At least in Japan they will do it in a very nice and very polite manner,

Tabelog...is there another app for Android phones?💝

Thanks for explaning some manners! I listen a lot to music throughout the day, so eating with earphones is rather normal for me but I will try not to do it while visiting.

jap customs, don't make me laugh

Hi Nao! PLEASE invest in a better microphone. Your videos are interesting, but we lose a lot of information when the echo in your room is more predominate than your own voice. kthxbye.

Wearing earphones in any restaurant is rude anywhere in the world. 🤷

Thanks for letting me know, I did not know about this unspoken rule even though I've been in Japan for some time. I agree with the points 1 and 2 and i would not be watching videos, and removing my earphones when ordering anywhere. But I think I will still be wearing my earbuds while eating, knowing that I may appear to have poor manners.

You do occasionally see people eating at a restaurant here is Australia with head phones on. Sometimes it is just just considered to be their personal preference. Hey, maybe they have a great podcast going on there. However, nine out of ten times it is looked on as an expression of a mental health issue. Given this widespread understanding, people don't think of earphones as rude at an eatery. No, its more like how can I work with this individual's issues. Oh, but this doesn't apply to people on their phone when dealing with wait staff or the people at the cashiers desk at a supermarket. These are universally considered rude, degenerate scum.

I agree with the idea. If you're at a fast food service being polite and attentive to how the business is structured is a requirement. To me food is an experience, so helping a business make a good decision for what kind of restaurant service they want is important. Don't like it, there are different shops!

Is it usually warm enough to wear shorts in October. I just dont want to have to wear pants. Would early October be recommended for this. Also, when do Halloween related things like decorations or things at restaurants and bars start to come out.

what games do you play?

Thank you for watching! How many of you agree with this? Let us know your opinion😉

This is a reminder of the importance of having enough situational awareness when visiting Japan to understand you are in another country as a guest. Instagram traveling is a poor fit in a very structured society like Japan. Go because you are interested in the culture, everything unfolds from the culture in Japan.

Some people are selfish, some are not. It's that easy. Nao can't say it that way. (^.^) I can, and I'm IN Tokyo. Starbuck's (even in Japan) will allow Customers to sit all day (and order nothing). That can contribute to confusion. Which businesses let you stay and which don't? But it is not as difficult as many make it. LOOK AROUND. If you see a line, then be nice and let others get their meal (you've had yours). Nao prefers tatemae. I prefer honne. Tatemae gets more "likes". Honne saves time. (^.-)