Japan Travel Vlog: best things to do in OSAKA, NARA, and KYOTO 2023

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  • čas přidán 6. 05. 2023
  • Japan travel vlog number 3 :) What to eat in Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto and the best things to do in Osaka 2023! I hope my FULL 3-day itinerary in Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto helps you see what life is like in Japan. This is my Tokyo travel guide and things to do in Japan. Please enjoy this Japan travel vlog as I share what I ate at the Dotonbori street market, Kuromon market, and Nishiki market. The Nishiki market in Kyoto was one of my favorites!
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    Since this is my first time in Japan, I researched the best things to do in Japan and what you must eat in Japan!
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Komentáře • 186

  • @mayaleex3
    @mayaleex3  Před rokem +32

    I turned into a deer biscuit 🦌You can find my FULL google excel sheet of my Japan Itinerary here: mayaleex3.gumroad.com/l/kbfwp :) you’ll find tips, reservation links, the hotels I stayed at, etc!

    • @lizseah4398
      @lizseah4398 Před rokem +1

      Thanks for making this vlog! I appreciate it as I was having a rough day and I get to watch something relaxing!!!

    • @NokiaFarmer007
      @NokiaFarmer007 Před rokem

      I have never turned into a deer biscuit 🦌

    • @DerekPK
      @DerekPK Před rokem

      @@NokiaFarmer007 I don't want to either.

    • @onelifefirsttry734
      @onelifefirsttry734 Před rokem

      We can join with travel

    • @NokiaFarmer007
      @NokiaFarmer007 Před rokem

      @@onelifefirsttry734 How do you join?

  • @mercades917
    @mercades917 Před rokem +8

    Japan is so fun and beautiful! What a refreshing vlog! ❣

  • @nikitasantamaria
    @nikitasantamaria Před rokem +12

    Oh my gosh I’m so glad I stumbled upon this video, everything from your personality, smile, laugh chipped up my Sunday morning so thank you for that and also thank you for sharing the beauty of Japan with us all.

  • @yourbigsis
    @yourbigsis Před rokem +26

    maya's laugh and energy in this video is extra contagious i love this sm

  • @Notsdd
    @Notsdd Před rokem +7

    Your vlogs are always very relaxing and it feels like I am there with you❤

  • @justarijones3403
    @justarijones3403 Před rokem +8

    I absolutely love your energy throughout this entire video! It's so positive and genuine. Thank you for sharing this video and I hope you continue being the amazing person that you are.

  • @dazuotv
    @dazuotv Před 9 měsíci +3

    Thanks for the travel videos about Osaka, Nara and Kyoto👍

  • @xmxisxy
    @xmxisxy Před rokem +2

    Thank you for making our days better 🫶🏼🌱

  • @meloveschocolate
    @meloveschocolate Před rokem +5

    Oh, I love your travel vlogs. I'm terrified of flying and can barely stand it for three hours for a couple of times a year so I always feel like I'm living through you and these vlogs 🖤

  • @evagutierrez3934
    @evagutierrez3934 Před rokem +3

    Really loving and enjoying these vlogs! 🏯🇯🇵🥢❤🚞

  • @JoaoVictor-vu4dn
    @JoaoVictor-vu4dn Před rokem +2

    I love to watch Japan's vlogs, and yours are really awesome. Thank you for share with us yours trips, it's very kind of you!

  • @lizseah4398
    @lizseah4398 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for making this vlog! I appreciate it as I was having a rough day and I get to watch something relaxing!!!

  • @emilyrose4918
    @emilyrose4918 Před rokem +1

    your vlogs are so peaceful, thank you maya

  • @btslaraworld
    @btslaraworld Před rokem +2

    Your videos makes me happy i look forward to it every single Sunday 💜

  • @toraneko_maru
    @toraneko_maru Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing your trip! It was so fun to watch!

  • @nerissa.flores
    @nerissa.flores Před rokem +5

    I love your energy so much~ I watched this cause I'm in charge of our itinerary for our first japan trip and I came across yours! This vlog is very helpful thank you Maya ❤

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před 11 měsíci

      Awww yayyy, thank you for watching!! :)

  • @leynamoulden585
    @leynamoulden585 Před rokem +1

    Sending love from Canada! 🥰 Thank you for your wholesome vlogs

  • @MelissaNgai
    @MelissaNgai Před rokem +6

    I'm also traveling to Osaka and Nara for 3 days then going to Korea! So comforting to see these vlogs and get ready for my trip.

    • @baileyjosephine3111
      @baileyjosephine3111 Před rokem +1

      you know i’m going to japan for a whole two weeks but was thinking of heading to okieee for 3 days to finish the trip!

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před rokem +1

      Yaaaayyy

  • @aNkaritravel
    @aNkaritravel Před 4 měsíci +2

    Hi Lee What a wonderful vlog I have been to that place 2 years ago and your video remind me of many beautiful memories :-) thank you 🥰🥰

  • @mesohyunechannel19
    @mesohyunechannel19 Před rokem +2

    i love u vlog❤️❤️❤️😊

  • @MhaiVlogs
    @MhaiVlogs Před rokem +1

    wow many interesting things in japan the culture and foods i want to explore

  • @sweetakahar9135
    @sweetakahar9135 Před rokem +1

    You videos are the best thing everrr❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jesusrodriguezhernandez3978
    @jesusrodriguezhernandez3978 Před 9 měsíci +1

    This was so helpful! Thank you!

  • @LifeWithFlowers
    @LifeWithFlowers Před rokem +1

    It looks like fun. I want to travel there. Thank you for sharing.

  • @arelunk
    @arelunk Před 5 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing this with us. Definitely brought me back to my time there a few years ago. I went during the autumn season so it was mostly wet, cold and cloudy but didn't mind that a bit as someone from a tropical country. Hehe. Will be visiting Japan soon this winter. So excited!

  • @trya314
    @trya314 Před rokem +17

    Hi, Maya! Thanks for your vlog on Kansai, which is a collective term for Osaka, Nara and Kyoto. Ninenzaka, the place after you guys visited Kinkakuji Temple, is pronounced 'ni' as in 'knit', ‘nen’ as in ‘ten’ with an ‘n’ instead of a ‘t’ . The pronunciation rules for Japanese vowels are pretty much the same as those of Spanish😊 Thanks again and I hope you’ll enjoy your trip in Korea as well.

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před rokem +1

      Oh!!! Thank you so much 🥲🥲

  • @osakameetup
    @osakameetup Před 4 měsíci +1

    One of the best things to do in Osaka is joining a meetup. This is a rare opportunity to interact with locals who enjoy meeting and talking with foreigners.

  • @mohammadareebshah8719
    @mohammadareebshah8719 Před rokem +2

    Omg i was literally waiting for your new vlog amd guess what... Here it is...
    Lotsss of loveee🤍
    Love your videos 😗

  • @user-dt2ru4om3w
    @user-dt2ru4om3w Před 3 měsíci +1

    thanks you for did this video in english, fanally i can practice my english and learn about japan, i will travel in a few years

  • @user-vl9vq7pk7u
    @user-vl9vq7pk7u Před rokem +1

    Love you Maya!

  • @GreatCityAttractions
    @GreatCityAttractions Před 8 měsíci

    Great video Maya. Kyoto looks great.

  • @beauty_eating
    @beauty_eating Před rokem +1

    Refresing vlog. i love u travel vlog😘 💞

  • @girlqueen321
    @girlqueen321 Před rokem +2

    Lots of love from India ❤❤

  • @kurisu1204
    @kurisu1204 Před 11 měsíci

    I m planning on doing an Osaka, Kyoto, Nara trip as well but for 3 Weeks. That was a cool insight, ty!

  • @KKK-lb8tw
    @KKK-lb8tw Před 10 měsíci

    Very nice vedio.. 😍😍i lot of like your vedios..God bless you sister!! From SRI LANKA 🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

  • @taysoo___
    @taysoo___ Před rokem

    thanks for sharing this video ❤

  • @johnkim9642
    @johnkim9642 Před rokem

    Japan is clean.. and quiet. Want to visit there.

  • @karigilmartin5915
    @karigilmartin5915 Před rokem +1

    😆 they was running after you hopefully they didn't hurt you and still watching 😁😁 and love your videos

  • @emilyloh
    @emilyloh Před rokem +1

    omggg i went to the exact takoyaki shop and it was so goood!! glad u had funnn 🥳

  • @MaudieGoes
    @MaudieGoes Před 9 měsíci

    How cool! 🎉

  • @thanolifejourney
    @thanolifejourney Před rokem

    Wow,very interesting 👍👍

  • @alyskeller
    @alyskeller Před rokem

    this makes me want to travel!!!

  • @TobilobaOlusanya
    @TobilobaOlusanya Před rokem +1

    Maya Lee I like your videos

  • @user-sg7ww4gu2q
    @user-sg7ww4gu2q Před 2 měsíci

    Hello you look happy while in Japan.

  • @richardbarba2736
    @richardbarba2736 Před rokem

    I love Maya

  • @user-ux1uw3pj8o
    @user-ux1uw3pj8o Před 2 měsíci

    Watching this video brought back good memories of my trip. I recently visited Osaka, Japan and returned with many memories. This video reminded me of the food and tourist attractions I ate in Osaka. Watching this video, I felt the happy emotions from my trip again. If I have time, I would like to travel so I can experience these precious experiences again. 10506

  • @jxnetpark
    @jxnetpark Před rokem

    I can't wait to go to Kyoto and Osaka next winter!! 다음 영상은 한국 브이로그인가요?🥺

  • @AnxMa
    @AnxMa Před rokem +41

    I was so close to visiting Japan at one point. I'm a Motion Capture actor and in late 2015 I was in contact with Capcom about the facial likeness role of Leon for the Resident Evil 2 Remake. I failed to mention I also have a voice acting background, in the end I lost the part and I can't forgive myself for wasting such an opportunity. That would've been a real dream come true to work in and visit Japan

    • @s_oba
      @s_oba Před rokem

      Damn, if only

    • @NarendraMaraj
      @NarendraMaraj Před 11 měsíci +11

      Forget about japan for a moment, YOU COULD'VE BEEN IN RESIDENT EVIL!

    • @AnxMa
      @AnxMa Před 11 měsíci +4

      @@NarendraMaraj Yeah, hurts like hell. The role eventually ent to Eduard Badalauta who, I have to admit, is really good as Leon.

  • @bobbiross272
    @bobbiross272 Před 3 měsíci

    Honestly great idea with the seats lol

  • @ankitamaurya5184
    @ankitamaurya5184 Před rokem

    Lots of Love from India

  • @harukisolotravel
    @harukisolotravel Před 9 měsíci +2

    I post solo trips on trains and ferries in Japan on my CZcams channel. Thank you for introducing the wonders of Japan on CZcams. Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto are popular among foreigners in Japan as well. Other than that, there are still great places in Japan that you should try.

  • @lynahu
    @lynahu Před rokem

    Looks so fun travelling with you. I made some notes for my trip to Osaka/Nara/Kyoto. Do you have any hotel recommendations for these places?

  • @hazelpati9265
    @hazelpati9265 Před rokem

    Starbucks melon drink definitely hit maya 😅

  • @thiagopark1915
    @thiagopark1915 Před rokem

    Lovely vlogs! I was wondering where did you guys stored all your luggage in Kyoto? Seemed like you guys went straight from the train to Fushimi Inari! thanks in advance (:

  • @CoolGirl-bx5be
    @CoolGirl-bx5be Před 11 měsíci

    So beautiful 🎀

  • @gowheregotherenow
    @gowheregotherenow Před 9 měsíci

    The deers are so cute with their bows, but we found that they can get a little too close for comfort. A. A very unique experience though 😊

  • @gujjarboy8133
    @gujjarboy8133 Před rokem

    Nice video dear 😊

  • @zuzka3675
    @zuzka3675 Před 10 měsíci

    Did anyone of you speak japanese or did they speak english with you? I love your vlogs. They are full of good energy.

  • @Ragxz
    @Ragxz Před 4 měsíci

    good video :)

  • @victorialuu1024
    @victorialuu1024 Před rokem

    Maya, did you go to a private onsen?
    This makes me even more ecstatic for my trip.

  • @su-jin2138
    @su-jin2138 Před rokem

    Keep up 🌟

  • @BillyWhaler
    @BillyWhaler Před rokem

    I’ve heard that golden temple in Kyoto is amazing. One day. One day.

  • @pixelchu
    @pixelchu Před rokem

    11:36 bruh lmaooo
    This vlog has a very aesthetic editing style. Also, great places to see when going to Japan someday

  • @roshen789
    @roshen789 Před rokem

    cool

  • @3MKvlog
    @3MKvlog Před rokem

    God bless us everyone❤

  • @SomehowAlready_
    @SomehowAlready_ Před rokem +1

    Can you please write down the name of the okonomiyaki restaurant?? We will be there in not even 10 days and I'm so excited!! We would love to try that - it looks soooo delicious 😍 greetings from germany and thank u a lot for the cool inspirations!

  • @Nitengohain
    @Nitengohain Před rokem +9

    been watching you for months and i must have to admit that she really won my heart and never disappoint us. Not me. Never.

  • @joyamishra7037
    @joyamishra7037 Před rokem

    I love you ma'am , may God bless you and your family ❤💞💜🇮🇳

  • @CSFreya
    @CSFreya Před rokem

    I am also planning a Japan and Korea trip and I was so worried about having a check in luggage especially for the trains. Did you have any issues traveling with your luggage?

  • @hamzhqutub
    @hamzhqutub Před 11 měsíci

    Love ur content , cutie eyes 🫶🏻
    Eat eat eat 😊

  • @karigilmartin5915
    @karigilmartin5915 Před rokem +1

    Coming 2 the end and man I loved the video!!!!!!!!! And wanna become CZcams friends?

  • @funghi2k
    @funghi2k Před rokem

    when you at nara, did you just queue at noodle restaurant or you booked in advance? also whqt is the place called you had your dinner at Dotonbori after you came back from nara? sorry to ask you so many questions because I am planning to go there in August with my family. did you use osaka thru pass?

  • @cstpa1
    @cstpa1 Před 9 měsíci

    when the cart on the shinkansen comes thru, is it only cash?

  • @BlueSky-ml8pg
    @BlueSky-ml8pg Před rokem

    Thank you for the vlog. Could you list the names of the restaurants? Thank you!

  • @hizamidev
    @hizamidev Před rokem

    Hi, thanks for sharing a nice view of japan. i would like to visit japan but now still research. may i know what month you traveled? is it April since you upload 2 weeks ago.

  • @davidparnell4675
    @davidparnell4675 Před rokem

    Hi maya

  • @brightsnowflake1
    @brightsnowflake1 Před rokem

    Hi, great video I am a new subscriber! Where is the restaurant at 7:20 for okonomiyaki?

  • @superstiti0us
    @superstiti0us Před 4 měsíci

    I know this is late but I hope you still see this! How did you make a reservation for the waygu place in Kyoto? Thanks in advance!

  • @rondeldecastro8999
    @rondeldecastro8999 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video! What month was your travel? :)

  • @Swanderlust
    @Swanderlust Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hey Maya, How did you make a reservation for Kijuro. its shows reservation not possible online

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před 3 měsíci

      They recently changed it and are no longer accepting reservations 😭 my updated itinerary mentions that as well - sadddddd ):

  • @toanhoang23_12
    @toanhoang23_12 Před 3 měsíci

    It's been great living in Japan for 7 years now and I'm doing youtube in Japan😊

  • @gujjarboy8133
    @gujjarboy8133 Před rokem

    Big fan mam 😊

  • @funghi2k
    @funghi2k Před rokem

    This is a great video. Will you make a vlog in korea too?

  • @MK-zk3fe
    @MK-zk3fe Před rokem

    Welcome to Japan🥹🥹❤

  • @keylarenee31
    @keylarenee31 Před rokem +1

    Those deer look so cute!!! Sorry you got a bit traumatized though lol😂😂

  • @svitlana1500
    @svitlana1500 Před 7 měsíci

    In What month did you record this video? The weather looks very pleasant

  • @TastyKitchenSensations
    @TastyKitchenSensations Před 6 měsíci

    I really enjoyed your vlog. Could you tell us the name of the hotels you stayed in Osaka and Kyoto and how much they cost? Do you have to book in advance?

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před 6 měsíci

      I stayed at Hiyori Hotel in Osaka :) it was around $80usd per night and we did book in advance only because I wouldn’t want to chance it if a hotel is totally booked haha

  • @jiayilow5657
    @jiayilow5657 Před rokem

    Hi! Loved your vlog about Osaka and Kyoto. Was any reservations made for sushi shin?

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před rokem

      I did not make a reservation! :) I just waited right when it opened hehe

    • @jiayilow5657
      @jiayilow5657 Před rokem

      @@mayaleex3 okay thanks! I will give it a go

  • @alqudri9618
    @alqudri9618 Před 10 měsíci

    What camera did you use?

  • @user-xz7mj8dx1r
    @user-xz7mj8dx1r Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you but I think you explain more of where you are in each places you go

  • @wonyoungsflag
    @wonyoungsflag Před rokem

    Saw that you had Maccha House on your itinerary. Were you guys able to go?
    Hands down the best tiramisu I've ever had.

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před rokem +1

      We weren’t able to make it due to time constraints 😭 will have to try next time!!

  • @mscalixtotrips
    @mscalixtotrips Před 10 měsíci

    How was the luggage situation I bc the bullet trains????

  • @chitocastillo6496
    @chitocastillo6496 Před 4 měsíci

    planning to go to kyoto/nara/osaka.. for 2 nights..from tokyo do you recommend staying in kyoto for 2 nights? and then do round trips for nara and osaka?

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před 4 měsíci

      I stayed in Osaka both nights and just went out to Kyoto for the day, but you can definitely go back and forth between the cities in one day so I think it’s easier to stay in one hotel than to move! But in terms of Tokyo vs. Osaka, just depends where you plan to do more things since time is money - but Osaka is also a lot more affordable 😅

  • @corinna8527
    @corinna8527 Před 8 měsíci

    would you prefer to stay in Kyoto or Osaka for a longer period? Because I am attending a year abroad in Osaka but Kyoto seems much more fun!

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před 6 měsíci

      Osaka is super close to Kyoto so you'll be fine either way! :) Kyoto has a lot of nature things to do while Osaka has more of the night life!

  • @lamonterolaclan355
    @lamonterolaclan355 Před 4 měsíci

  • @iceweaseltv
    @iceweaseltv Před rokem

    what was that Michelin guide restaurant called?

  • @oliverlucas2398
    @oliverlucas2398 Před 9 měsíci

    How much will be the cost traveling there I want to make a video and blog

  • @bredjr8288
    @bredjr8288 Před rokem

    How did u make ur reservations online?

  • @fdoctor79
    @fdoctor79 Před rokem

    Aww...the deer love our Maya! 😅 Curious how many countries you have traveled to and what other countries do you desire to visit. Tfs

    • @mayaleex3
      @mayaleex3  Před rokem +2

      I’ve been to a total of 10! My husband wants to go to Japan next time with me and then probably Bali 🥲

    • @NokiaFarmer007
      @NokiaFarmer007 Před rokem

      @@mayaleex3 I have never been to Indonesia.

  • @pruxinh
    @pruxinh Před 9 měsíci

    What is the name of the Wagyu place? looks so good!