Travelling to Japan? Here’s 50 Things You Need To Know in 2023
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- čas přidán 20. 05. 2024
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- 20 Top Hidden Gems
- 100+ Nearby Places of Interest
- Detailed travel, transportation and culture information
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- Options for public transport or driving
- Japanese phrases to make your travels smoother
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00:00-00:12 Intro
00:13-02:25 General (money, clothes, masks)
02:26-04:22 A complete guide to Japan Hidden Gems
04:23-05:43 Dates to avoid
05:44-07:43 Transportation
07:44-08:51 Language Barriers
08:52-09:58 Photography and drones
09:59-11:01 Food
11:02-13:46 Female travel advice
13:47-16:41 Experiences and culture
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I’ve lived in Japan for the same amount of time as you and I have NEVER seen such a brilliant travel advice video. Seriously, this is so good I’m just going to link your video any time my friends message me on social media asking me for Japan advice 🤣 Thank you! 🙏🏻
Oh wow! This is honestly the best review and tick of approval I could read 😂 Thank you!
One more thing, about nr. 17, not eating on trains: true except on the shinkansen, where eating your ekiben is totally fine!
Or any train with tables for that matter. Not just the Shinkansen.
or eating/drinking while roaming the streets of Japan that’s why there’s 0 garbage can around and multiple seating areas
@@polarbearsarefat123cant you just get a Non-Plastic Water bottle?
@@HybridTwisterVR0979plastic water bottle or non plastic water bottle, as long as you just keep it on you and fill it up, water is totally fine just don’t chug it of course!
i'm so excited to read your travel guide! i started following your channel around the time i moved to japan in 2018 because you had the best resources for being vegan in japan on youtube :) i've been back in the states since the pandemic but i'm coming back in may so your timing could not be better. thank you for all the work you've done to help vegans going to japan. it's hugely appreciated and super helpful!!
素晴らしいです
本当にリアルで実用的なアドバイスですね
あなたの作ったガイドを参考にすれば日本を訪れる外国人にとって最高の旅が出来るに違いありません
こんなに素敵な紹介をしてくれて本当にありがとうございます
あなたにとっての今日が最高の１日でありますように
Great tips, Hannah. I wish you success with the guidebook. It looks amazing.
One cautionary note for anyone wishing to purchase electronics, do your due diligence for several reasons:
1. After factoring in exchange rates and actual prices in your own country you may pay more for the same product in Japan. In addition, you might be required to pay duties depending on your country's limitations on goods brought back from abroad.
2. Operational directions and installation instructions will be in Japanese.
3. Any guarantee on the product is null and void outside Japan.
If, however, you simply must have the latest editions of a particular item, those cautionary points may not matter to you.
Dear Hannah, my genuine acknowledgement to you, your travel buds and your tremendous effort on behalf of all of us who dream to go to Japan and get the feel of the place the precious exact same way you and your peeps have. Big, warm heart-up to you for your passion and I'll be sure to look into keeping up with your channel and, of course, your guide.
I love that you made a travel guide. Will definitely be buying this. I think this is such a smart idea. Thanks for offering this. Also the information in this video was so useful!
Thank so much for these tips! My family and I are going in May. I didn't know about Golden week when the flight for Tokyo deal fell into my lap, but it just so happens that we arrive in Tokyo at literal "last day" of Golden week, May 5, none of our "major" sightseeing happens until the following week, but hoping the one last day is not too bad. We are very excited none the less and are so thankful for folks like you willing to give such great tips!
This was so helpful! Travel guide purchased for our trip in November 🤗🤗 I'm so excited!
This is the best tokyo travel tips I've watch in YT, thanks for your sharing!
Thanks for the update on Japan in 2023 Hannah! We're making a return trip soon! And thanks for the plug at 5:10!
Thank you for pointing out the issues with harassment and how caucasian tourists get treated differently (better) compared to other tourists. While Japan is still one of my favourite travel destinations, it was very unsettling when my friends and I experienced these issues on our first trip, when all we've heard about Japan was how safe and welcoming it is. I've been back and had much better experiences traveling Japan after knowing what to expect.
日本は島国だから人種に関係なく外国人は苦手
white tourists behave better as well
Such a great video with actual useful information. Really enjoyed your simple, senseful way of explaining. For this, a big thank you! Definitely going to check out your e-guide for my upcoming trip!!!🇯🇵
Big thanks for promoting tourism at countryside. It made me happy when you said help the locals by visiting countryside.
Very proud of you and your hard work! Your perseverance is inspiring
just bought the guide it’s so good thank you for this 🙏🏽 was looking on capturing content rather than worrying about an itinerary
Just bought the book to prep for my trip in May. Thank you for a concise video without hyperbole!
this was brilliant and informative, thankyou so much! I'm so excited to go now they've opened their borders properly again!
Thank you so much for introducing Japan :) It made me so happy as a Japanese.
From one of Japanese, Thank you for your accurate information to travelers about Japan always!
Most general Japanese will welcome travelers.
I hope all travelers spend wonderful time in Japan. Of course Hannah too!
Hi RC
Do they allow black people travel to their country ?
@@imadetouch6295 why not? Shouldn’t be a problem.
How's the weather in Japan in November?
THANK YOU FOR BEING SO REAL AND SO HONEST!!!!!!
oh my god that e book is incredible thank you for doing that!
This is such practical and useful information. Thanks for doing this video! 😊
Great video! My wife and I loved watching it together, and we've picked up the guide which looks fantastic! We're heading to Japan next month and think this will be useful. Thanks!
I just returned from a 2 week vacation in Japan, and your video is 100000X accurate! I wish I had seen it before I went because everything you said was true. 💯💯💯
In preparation of my first trip to Japan back in 2019 I found your channel while searching for simple, useful phrases to know.
From there, I inhaled most of your other Japan travel tips videos and passed off your knowledge as my own to my travelling companions, who were very, very impressed by my research. Suckers. Really good people of course. But…suckers.
Later, in 2022, a few days after Japan opened up again I was there on the ground, by myself, walking my ass off, exploring all the stuff in between the stuff. The most useful Japanese phrase this time around was “I’m sorry, I don’t speak Japanese. English?”. Man, communication was so easy after that. Even if they didn’t speak any English! My amateurish attempt at Japanese put them right at ease. Add that as your 51st tip!
Anywho, I ramble. I’ll be picking up your guide book and my Danish friends will once again marvel at my research. Thank you, I owe you one!
I absolutely love your style and lovely humour. Very refreshing! Thanks for your video😃
Thank you for the fact that you present the information so structured and clearly! Keep doing that!😊
I just downloaded your ebook. I leave for Japan in 3 weeks. I am so glad I stumbled upon your content 😊
Thank you Hannah. Your 50 tips were excellent. ❤
Excellent , excellent info / episode !!! hopefully , you'll consider doing a deep dive of specific location(s) like some of your previous episodes .
I loved this video! so helpful and learnt some things I didn't know before. I can't wait for my trip!
Extremely informative. We lived in Japan for 1.5 years and you have taught me a few things. We are planning to visit 2024 and I am grateful to have watched your video. Thank you! Arigato!
I absolutely love your style and lovely humour. Very refreshing! Thanks for your video
Super helpful video! Thanks! 🎉
This was so immensely valuable! Thank you 👏👏👏
No.12 - From my experience in Tokyo and what I was told from Japanese friends is that it's actually less crowded in Tokyo during Golden Week and Obon because many people are visiting their families in other areas. But you're right, since many places are closed, it's probably not the best time to visit anyways. I might also add, if possible people should maybe also avoid Chinese holidays... ^^"
No.20 - Google Maps is usually fine, but in my more early days in Japan I was once sent on a very weird route to Takaosan that not only cost more money but also more time. So in some cases I'd advise to check the map a bit more thoroughly to look if there isn't any other train station etc. you could use. Recently I use both Google Maps and NaviTime. With a bit of experience you can customize your route and save some money that way.
No.23 - Stereotypically I experienced some pretty careless driving by some obasan drivers (even more so on bicycles...), but yeah, generally it's pretty safe :)
No.35 - I know it's safe to drink, but unfortunately I don't like the chemical smell of the tap water :/
Great video! :)
Golden week is the worst time to travel. Just forget about that week
hey can I just ask why you wouldn't travel during Chinese new years?
It's because if there are holidays in China, chances are higher that more Chinese tourists are abroad, which then raises the chance of having bad experiences because of these tourists who often can't behave properly.
Thanks Hannah! Great vid!
I'm actually travelig to Japan for the first time in a little over 2 weeks! staying there for a month so i'm very excited. This video has been a massive help so thank you! oh and I bought your Travel guide, looks really professional
Oh my god, i was showing this video to my boyfriend since we’re going to stay in japan for a few weeks during Tokyo Game Show….. he literally went “WAIT IS THAT BLENDERGURU?” In the middle of watching LOL. Didn’t expect to find out you two were related!! Been watching your videos all day, thank you both for the amazing and helpful content!!!😊
Oh my goodness!! What a value packed video! This is the first video of yours we’ve watched and have just bought your travel guide ❤ We are excited to use it for our Japan Trip in 2 weeks 🎉 Thank you for taking the time to put these resources together, Hannah ✨ Looking forward to watching the rest of your films 🤩 xx Tania
How was the trip? I'm leaving for Japan tomorrow night.
Great advice Hannah 👍 I’m going to Japan in two weeks for the first time so it’s appreciated
going in 3 weeks and just found this. Love it. Thank you!
I’m so glad I’ve found your interesting and very authentic (your presentation and expression) video and I’m going to buy your book! Thanks a lot! You’re great!
Dude. I’m stoked to check out your travel guide now. 100% sold me on it with that little spiel haha. This video is fantastic as well.
I officially have extended family in japan! My brother married his wife when he moved over there.. so I can happily say Japan will be a big part of the rest of our lives.
Great to hear tips from an Aussie! Thanks, Hannah!
awesome video - I'm heading to Japan next month for the first time. Your voice is very calm and to the point!
I plan on going to Japan for the 1st time with some friends next years so im researching things up now. I found this video very helpful!
プレゼンお見事でした。情報が豊富だが簡潔な内容、編集の巧みさ、飽きさせないプレゼン表現力、すべて良かったです。前回の動画に次ぐ今回のプレゼン調の動画は、ハンナさんのスキルが際立つ魅力的なコンテンツ動画ですね。
I always liked your videos and been watching them since 2019 :) Happy to see you growing your business. Wish you all the best!
Thanks Paul :D
Hannah you are the goat honestly.
Amazing video, thank you for the effort😊 im going to japan in a couple weeks and i watch a lot of similar videos but this one is actually great ! New sub 😄
Awesome video, thanks!
This is so helpful! Thank you!
We have flights booked to Japan for a 90 day stay from May - Aug with no agenda planned yet; so this is a helpful start. Thank you.
Great Job. Your Japanese pronunciation is very clear and easy to repeat. Japanese is difficult for me because I am not learning grammar, just phrases. But you have presented basic courtesy phrases that should be in every travelers list.
Absolutely cannot wait to let your travel guide take me places, even more now when I know vegetarian/vegan tips are included 😁♥
ハンナさんの日本旅に世界中が魅了されています。素晴らしい映像美に感動です。
It's like a super guide. All other CZcams tidbits compressed into one. I think next up is 60 tips!!
The name got me here. You are 🌞 awesome in many ways, and yet, I do swear the - Currently - part got me HERE. Hi 👋
Thank you for sharing! 🥰
Wow, that sounds like a fantastic guide!! :0
I loooove your travel guide! It is amazing and helps a lot with my planning 🔥😍😍
I'm so happy to hear that!
im going to japan this friday for the first time ever!! super excited omgggg >.>
I'm moving to Japan next month after living in Thailand for 6 years. I'm both scared and excited to be moving there haha. It's going to be very different from Bangkok life I'm sure. Will definitely check out the guide Hannah. Great vid!
Thanks for your hard work 😊
Loved allll of your tips Hannah! So lucky to have met you and found out about your channel 😊
Was so lovely to meet you today also 🥰 I hope my channel can offer you some help planning your trip!
Love your travel guide, already seen a few places I'll try to visit in April. And I do move around, at least 4 places to stay. So, yeah, the biggest suitcase stays home ;)
Great tips, thank you!
Japan has lifted their entry restrictions, no longer requiring a negative test or proof of vaccines before departure. Valid 4.23.23. Cheers!
Thanks. I would cancel my trip if this was required.
Going to Japan next week and been watching your videos and really appreciate the amount of effort and detail you put!
I'm going in 3 weeks bro, have a nice trip 😎👊
@@theshisho Yoooo I'm going in just over 3 weeks too! Korea first though, dual trip :)
@@Lumenaus nice bro maybe we can grab a beer 🍻
@@theshisho How was/is the trip bro?
@@dudeguy9081 can't say yet, my flight is on Thursday and I'm dying 💀
2 days to go
Very detailed!!! Love this👍
Glad to hear that we are finally able to travel to Japan again, as the pandemic measures are losing up.
Great video! I’ll be there next week!
Great advice Hannah.
If you want to avoid the crowds, support the locals and unlock Japan’s hidden gems, you’ll love my new travel guide: geni.us/beyondthetouristtrail ❤
Update since uploading: Japan has no entry restrictions whether vaccinated or not so you can now enter as freely as you could've pre-covid. AND mask usage among the Japanese population has dropped significantly since the government left the decision up to the individual. So mask as you feel appropriate.
Giving it a go!
My wife and I are currently travelling Japan. First week has been Osaka and Kyoto. Now for Takayama and Gero Onsen.
I believe the PCR test requirements are gone now?
@@conza1989 Yes, but with some exceptions. I think China still needed to provide a negative PCR-test at entry when we were there. But otherwise no worries.
Long story as short as possible. We went from Japan to Vietnam and back to Japan (couldn’t get enough, so rearranged our trip). The first time we went (2,5 months ago), you needed to either provide a negative PCR-test or preregister prof of 3 vaccines. But when we went back (1 month ago), no corona restrictions. We only preregistered customs for easy entry.
Wow - I'm so, so, pleased to have just tripped over your channel! My son and his mate are heading to Japan for some of next year as part of their gap year, and your material is EXACTLY what I think they need. (And your travel guide, of course 😋😋😋😋)
I like your no-nonsense practicality and quality information. A real find. Thank you.
Thanks for reminding me in the comments section. I don't think you mentioned your travel guide at all in the video.
Thank you love your guid trip!!!
Fantastic video Hannah!
Didn't know the thing about ride-share apps in Japan, good to know, thanks Hannah. 100% concur about Google Maps, it's like a cheat code, almost not fair.
Also thanks for the word ちかん. And for the suggestion on point #26 (@7:59), I can see a future full of hilarious CZcams shorts spawning from it 😁😉
Amazing thank you!
It's been a while since i watched your channel Hannah, loving the new format/studio-ish vibe.
Also, a few more plugs on the pdf and i'll be convinced to buy it. 😅 but seriously, it looks interesting and a good investment for a frequent visitor. i would like to know if the travel guide will be good 3 - 5 yrs from now. Thanks, Hannah!
Haha I’ll get through to you one day!
Regarding the locations, absolutely! They’re not going anywhere so it’ll be good for the foreseeable future! All the hyperlinks in the guide can be edited by me, even after your purchase so if there are any updates or changes to bus timetables, I can update them myself, even years in the future.
Hannah -- you captivated me to the end with your video (yay, 109% watch time, super audience engagement from this viewer). Both for the content and for your production. Picked up a lot of good tips on both counts, and I especially liked your no-nonsense delivery and dump on over-generalising videos in your same niche. Somebody I know said there were some parallels with what I do. And Japan may be - may be - looming large in my future. May be. Meanwhile, a trip to Australia is definitely in my near future. So, all round: thumbs up, much appreciated viewing experience as I woke up today in Paris.
I've watched my share of Japan videos do, don't's, etc. and this was by far one of the most level headed one, so thank you. I think most videos are done by foreigners that live in Japan, but forgot what it's like to be an unknowing foreigner in Japan. 🤣
This is such great feedback to receive. Thank you!!
Very Helpful Videos, Nice work ☺
It's so funny to se Andrew in your videos, I'm a 3D artist and studied so much watching his videos, and also love your travel vlogs haha
Hahah it’s always so surprising to me how much crossover there is between our wildly different channels 😅
This is fantastic
Well done and very informative. I am hoping to move to Japan within two years. Although, most of this information was a review for me, it was still useful. Most especially due to your personal experiences supporting some things and rebuking others. Thank you.
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
was not expecting blender guru to make a feature, amazing video though thank you!
Google translate saved my life in Japan !!! Even though I did study Japanese in primary school and high school still didn't prepare myself for the times when my Japanese wife isn't with me
In 2019 my family and I visited Japan EXACTLY during Golden Week. It was actually very nice to see the Japanese at play for once, instead of constantly working.
wow very informative content friend
All them good tips! I'm looking forward to trying out Google Maps for countryside buses on my next trip. The ones I needed in 2017 and 2019 weren't in there, but as you say in your travel guide, things have improved? That sounds great :). I also found your Japanese phrases helpful (both as a reminder and an extension of what I already knew), and the helpful kanji in the book are sure to make a difference! (I now know that touzan kuchi means trailhead - next step: memorising the kanji for touzan 😅)
Yes it didn't used to work for buses but seems to be pretty accurate now! Not sure about some of the very remote areas but it's fine in the cities.
Thanks for this Hannah! And congrats on the guide!
On topic of driving, is there any guide on parking and toll roads in your guide?
I'm leaving for Japan tomorrow! Yay for a 15-hour flight...
😆I just got back like a week ago WHERE WAS THIS BEFORE THEN?! I had an amazing trip. Will be back
thank you.
Whoa Hannah! Impressed by how fast you picked up Japanese.
Hannah….this video is the bomb. Well done ❤ my husband and I are trying to choose between Europe and Japan in October and seriously, I will buy your guide for sure!!! And yay for you. Love from Australia x
Awesome work as always :)
New subscriber over here! I will definitely check out your guide, since I'm coming to Japan this summer. :D Thank you so much!!!!!!!