JAPAN VLOG | Part 1 - Onsen in Kyoto | soothingsista

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  • Heyoo! Here is Part One of ...many of my Japan Vlogs! We start off at an Onsen in Arashiyama and then go off to the most beautiful sites ever - just a couple casual shrines and a castle. No big deal. Watch out for the second Kyoto vlog comin' up quick and then the Tokyo vlog, and then the Tokyo DISNEYSEA vlog... yeah, this trip was no joke.
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  • @ktclick
    @ktclick Před 7 lety +34

    I love how you didn't just go straight to Tokyo and wandered aimlessly around not trying to make any effort to learn about the culture like some of your fellow youtubers 🍵🍵🍵🍵 and even though I'm half Japanese I learned a bunch by watching this thank u x cannot wait for more!

  • @sokiepokiee
    @sokiepokiee Před 7 lety +68

    Steph! Can you please do a traveling tips video, like how do your family plan your stays, get around, etc.?! That'd be super awesome

    • @xiahkixiri
      @xiahkixiri Před 7 lety

      sokiepokiee i think this is a great idea.

    • @CandyRoxs
      @CandyRoxs Před 7 lety

      sokiepokiee Yes please!

    • @meeep6142
      @meeep6142 Před 7 lety +16

      In case Steph doesn't make a video, here are a few tips from someone who has gone to Japan several times!
      Pocket wifi, google maps and google translate. Google translate isn't always the best, but if it gives you the option to take pictures of things like menus or signs and will give u translation. This app helps a lot with restaurants that don't have English menus, but a lot of them will! All you have to do is ask. There are a lot of officers around Japan in certain areas and always lots of people working at the train or subway stations, so whenever I had trouble finding a place through Google Maps, I would ask them. Many of them speak no English, but if you just name the place or show them where you want to go to, they will give you directions. Learning basic phrases and always having google translate on you to show Japanese people what you are trying to say is always very helpful too. There are lots of apps too like Travel Japan Wifi and TOEI Bus and Subway apps that make traveling in Japan super easy. All the ticket machines I've been to in Tokyo and Osaka and Kyoto have had an English option on them, so that helps also!
      In terms of where to stay, use Airbnb! or you can always grab a hotel if you're not on a tight budget. You have to keep in mind, Japan is a rather quiet country, so if you're staying at an Airbnb aka someone's home, then you need to be careful not too be too loud or you can face the possibility of getting kicked out by the apartment management lol.
      Honestly though, Airbnb and a pocket wifi are your best friend. Many Airbnb's in Japan will provide you with a pocket wifi too, so it is always a good idea to get an airbnb. A pocket wifi is a portable wifi device, so you can use it in the home and while you're out exploring!

    • @xiahkixiri
      @xiahkixiri Před 7 lety +1

      meeep thanks for this! the idea of taking pocket wifi abroad is genius, idk why it never occurred to me before.

  • @inksinners8075
    @inksinners8075 Před 7 lety +118

    thank god you posted a vid, youtube has been dead and boring recently i feel like

  • @naturalnaiad
    @naturalnaiad Před 7 lety +1

    Ah man it feels amazing seeing Japan through your eyes! I'm british and japanese, and getting all sorts of feels. Thank you for showing the subtle beauty that japan really is about.

  • @GalateaGray
    @GalateaGray Před 7 lety +16

    I'm getting Kill Bill vibes from the outside scenery.
    But Japan looks like it is totally your aesthetic, right up your alley! I love it!
    Thanks for the content Steph 💖

  • @nurano1031
    @nurano1031 Před 7 lety +6

    Loved this vlog. My parents are from Japan but we don't have many opportunities to go back. Watching you and your family enjoy the things Japan has to offer made me reflect back on the good times I had there. Thank you for taking your time to make these vlogs. I definitely can't wait for the next one.

  • @minj.k
    @minj.k Před 7 lety +21

    Hahaha your mom is so cute~~ hope your family is healthy and happy, loved the vlog. Really made me want to visit japan

  • @nozomik8487
    @nozomik8487 Před 7 lety +12

    I'm from Japan and watching this makes me miss my home!!!
    Haven't been back for over 2 years... Stuck in California, but the funny thing is everyone in Japan wish they could escape Japan and come to USA!!! They'll find good things about Japan once they leave the country.

  • @xeroxahippo
    @xeroxahippo Před 7 lety +5

    Whoever does the room bookings on your family trips knows what's up, your travel digs are always amazing as hell

    • @louisesmith1169
      @louisesmith1169 Před 7 lety +3

      xeroxahippo yes wish she would help a sister out and hook us up with the who what where!

  • @MUSElovr
    @MUSElovr Před 7 lety +8

    literally every anime i've watched, right here. in this video. seriously, what a dream

  • @msjinabina
    @msjinabina Před 7 lety

    That's sweet that u and your sis still do family vacations with your parents. You'll look back later and be grateful for the memories as an adult. 😊

  • @catie180
    @catie180 Před 7 lety +21

    Wow Japanese cuisine looks so beautiful and delicate, I wouldn't even know how to eat it hahah

  • @irsayson
    @irsayson Před 7 lety

    I love your travel/food vlogs like the music and layout of the videos are so nice!!👌🏼

  • @hipnhappenin
    @hipnhappenin Před 7 lety +30

    You're supposed to shower off before you go in the bath. that's why the water closet is like that.

  • @emailmebunny
    @emailmebunny Před 7 lety

    Takes me right back to my visit in April. Love all the nature in Kyoto.

  • @CarinaandZara
    @CarinaandZara Před 7 lety +3

    LOVING THE LITTLE SIDE POP UP FACTS!!! Ah Japan is aweeesome!

  • @howe92
    @howe92 Před 7 lety +2

    really love your vlogs. i think it's a nice touch adding in the fun facts of the various places you visited.

  • @ohhaa
    @ohhaa Před 7 lety

    Seems like you had a lovely time! I have been planning a secret trip for my family to go to Japan late November! Aftering seeing this now i cant wait to go to onsen!!

  • @twolf9003
    @twolf9003 Před 7 lety

    Getting the feels with this vlog!! I've been to Japan twice, and in April we went to arashiyama, and literally walked right by your ryokan! Crazy.. thanx for bringing back the memories💜

  • @krristinabobina
    @krristinabobina Před 7 lety +1

    i loooove the bangs honestly. thanks for the vlogs, i love your content stephanie xx

  • @janer99
    @janer99 Před 7 lety

    i went to kyoto exactly last year!! it's the place i visited in my first time in japan so it holds a special place in my heart. hope you enjoyed your trip!

  • @samanthaalva3075
    @samanthaalva3075 Před 7 lety

    You and your parents are so cute this was so beautiful!!

  • @nekomatahime
    @nekomatahime Před 7 lety +6

    loved this soooo much awhhh! you family is the cutest, can't wait for more japan vlogs

  • @bluehour4131
    @bluehour4131 Před 7 lety

    i grew up in fussa japan and my parents still live there so i visit every holiday and this made me miss home so much! so happy you're enjoying japan

  • @akaneaso4936
    @akaneaso4936 Před 7 lety

    Cant wait for Part 2!! Watching this makes me feel so close to home 😢

  • @KittyPistachio
    @KittyPistachio Před 7 lety +16

    Hollllll up! You're 5'2"?! I always thought you were at least 5'5" like me or taller hahaha. Your fam is so cute and love how you guys get to travel overseas. Can't wait for the next one! :)

  • @thevos5223
    @thevos5223 Před 7 lety

    Nijo castle is beautiful. Thanks for sharing your experience! I've been there and I absolutely love the garden.

  • @Sachikosgrl
    @Sachikosgrl Před 7 lety

    Its so adorable that she brought mooncakes!! Your mom is the cutest

  • @jafoosy
    @jafoosy Před 7 lety

    I'm off to Japan in 2 days so this has made me super excited! ✨What a place!

  • @kathylennerds750
    @kathylennerds750 Před 7 lety +2

    Japan has such different food culture it's amazing

  • @rdsanantonio
    @rdsanantonio Před 7 lety

    I loved watching this. can't wait for the next one 😀

  • @sweetkaroline22
    @sweetkaroline22 Před 7 lety

    Crazy timing, I was just looking at some of my old pictures when I was in Kyoto. It was such a beautiful place and one of my most memorable trips. I hope I have an opportunity to go back someday. Hope you enjoyed your time there!

  • @jellysams
    @jellysams Před 7 lety +1

    Mama Villa is sooooo adorable!!

  • @TiaElizabeth
    @TiaElizabeth Před 7 lety

    awesome vlog! Japan looks amazing, and the food to die for

  • @mallysady
    @mallysady Před 7 lety

    Kyoto is sooooo beautiful, definitely one of the best place I ever been to and always wanted to go back!! Planning to take my family there one day but gotta save up!

  • @KayGemzon
    @KayGemzon Před 7 lety

    Love the bamboo facts!

  • @SG-mk4ni
    @SG-mk4ni Před 7 lety

    This looks so amazing!

  • @VIVI4NN1
    @VIVI4NN1 Před 7 lety

    Ahh so excited for your Japan vlogs! I'll be going to Japan next month so can't wait to visit the places that you did :)

  • @Hanna4645
    @Hanna4645 Před 7 lety

    you captured everything so beautifully! as i person who will probably never afford a trip to japan it's so nice to see things! thank u c:

  • @lionessofjudah1935
    @lionessofjudah1935 Před 7 lety

    i loved this video so much! can't wait for pt. 2

  • @jaayyy000
    @jaayyy000 Před 7 lety

    your blogs are so good. love the food shots

  • @ShandaaPandaaa
    @ShandaaPandaaa Před 7 lety

    Loving your vloggs and wish to see japan too! Hope you had a great time xxx

  • @TaraChandrax
    @TaraChandrax Před 7 lety +1

    omg this was the best!! so stoked for the rest of the Japan vlogs!! Makes me want to go back to Japan sooo bad ahhh

  • @jessieee_p
    @jessieee_p Před 7 lety +4

    I love your vlogs so much, they're always beautifully edited and really genuine :3 Also I need to visit Japan one day! All of the food looks amazing!

  • @sfvegasdad7949
    @sfvegasdad7949 Před 7 lety +5

    Hi Stephanie! My wife stumbled across your vlog and I swear you look familiar! Not sure if you remember me but I'm pretty sure we went to school at DVC in the bay together! I remember kickin it with Jay, Chris, Bernard, and Dario in the quad! It's pretty cool to see you've been doing CZcams all this time!

  • @xxaliinnaxx
    @xxaliinnaxx Před 7 lety

    I love your vlogs! I went to Japan not long ago and this gives me so much joy bc I miss it so much and it feels like Im visiting again when I watch this hehe

  • @iluvninjapandas25
    @iluvninjapandas25 Před 7 lety +1

    I've always wanted to go to Japan, specifically Kyoto! I hope you had fun Steph! ❤️

  • @krisumi
    @krisumi Před 7 lety

    Your vlog just made me want to go back to japan again!!!! Keen for more japan vlogs!

  • @Uriekul
    @Uriekul Před 7 lety

    i went to Nijo castle last spring and it was amazing! love your vlog😍💖

  • @taviaaaa
    @taviaaaa Před 7 lety

    The view from the hotel was gorgeous

  • @ritacarvalho2944
    @ritacarvalho2944 Před 7 lety +2

    Japan is one of my top bucket list places to go!!! It just seems like a country with a lot of diversity and history and so different from what we're used to in Europe/America. It looks like you had a lot of fun, can't wait to see the rest of the vlogs :)

  • @thu5312
    @thu5312 Před 7 lety

    LOL @ you and your mom folding origami. Adorable.

  • @marisaanna
    @marisaanna Před 7 lety

    wow this video is beautiful filmed! keep them coming 😍

  • @asaimegumi
    @asaimegumi Před 7 lety

    I really loved this vlog ❤️ I'm going home to Japan next summer so I'm really excited because I haven't been in six or seven years. This makes me miss home so much so thank you for this vlog Steph (:

  • @ingrid3578
    @ingrid3578 Před 7 lety

    Beautiful vlog Stephanie.... I will make it to Japan some day!!!

  • @milkcourier1224
    @milkcourier1224 Před 7 lety

    Can we talk about how on point and gorgeous her eyebrows are!

  • @camiladamicomedina3310
    @camiladamicomedina3310 Před 7 lety +10

    Love your vlogs! They make me wanna visit all these places!

  • @sydneyarcher4657
    @sydneyarcher4657 Před 7 lety

    I love your vlogs they are so action packed

  • @BL33950
    @BL33950 Před 7 lety +1

    I want to go Japan even more now after this vlog! Gotta save up now!

  • @myaallure8780
    @myaallure8780 Před 7 lety

    Oh my god I'm so obsessed with these Japanese styled homes and ALL THE FOOODD I WANNA TRY 🤤🤤🤤

  • @ismekas
    @ismekas Před 7 lety

    Nice to see ur fambam! And ur mom is soooo cute!

  • @kkh9736
    @kkh9736 Před 7 lety

    It's my first time watching your vlog video. YOUR VLOG IS AMAZINGLY INTERESTING!! please keep up with your vlog

  • @kcee15
    @kcee15 Před 7 lety

    love your vlogs!

  • @TokiYuYu
    @TokiYuYu Před 7 lety +3

    I seriously need to travel OUTSIDE of Tokyo!!! Gotta go to one of those onsens soon!

    • @ibounceez4298
      @ibounceez4298 Před 6 lety

      TokiYuYu there are so many onsens in tokyo, but yes, i would definitely recommend kyoto 100%!

  • @JaDan
    @JaDan Před 7 lety

    Thanks for the video! I have been to Kyoto on my channel but I didn't go to an Onsen! Looks amazing!

  • @amalinaismail3944
    @amalinaismail3944 Před 7 lety

    so ghibli-ish hehe love it!

  • @leonie9924
    @leonie9924 Před 7 lety

    Yaaas been waiting for this!

  • @FloeyyTan
    @FloeyyTan Před 7 lety

    ohmygod. first 10 seconds. YOUR SKIN IS GLOWIN GIRL. GLOWIN.

  • @allymartinez5131
    @allymartinez5131 Před 7 lety +6

    two obsessions in one, Japan and you!

  • @Jesusslordnsavior
    @Jesusslordnsavior Před 7 lety +2

    darn! watching your video made me wanna fly to japan right now!! i went there back in 2007, beautiful beautiful country. wish i could go back any time soon!

  • @NurAinSaliha
    @NurAinSaliha Před 7 lety

    Haha your mom brought mooncakes to Japan! Super cute!

  • @ValenciaB
    @ValenciaB Před 7 lety

    I love that the vending machine gave you hot tea!!!!

  • @lilfloss7
    @lilfloss7 Před 7 lety

    ahhh i wanna go to japan so bad! thanks for sharing your holiday :)

  • @antiantilemons
    @antiantilemons Před 7 lety

    i LOOOOOVE japan vlogs!!!!

  • @Downstares
    @Downstares Před 7 lety

    even before watching I just have to comment how excited I was for this to come out!

  • @yarakd
    @yarakd Před 7 lety +1

    Omg I LOVE your mom! haha she makes me smile Wanna give her a hug

  • @09rubizzle
    @09rubizzle Před 5 lety

    Just found your channel I love your video and I hella want to go to Japan!

  • @Travellifechoseme
    @Travellifechoseme Před 5 lety

    Great Vlog. Can’t wait to travel to Japan and make my own Vlog soon 😍

  • @ibounceez4298
    @ibounceez4298 Před 6 lety

    Thank you for coming to Kyoto!
    Kyoto is my birth city, so I treasure it ^^
    Also, I went to a ryokan (where you went to) and the private onsen was outside for us!
    I hope you had fun, and had great food.

  • @NhiTran-qe9yi
    @NhiTran-qe9yi Před 7 lety

    I miss Japan already :(
    The food at the onsen looked hella bomb!

  • @Storviken
    @Storviken Před 7 lety

    I love how "touristy" this vlog is!

  • @sweetleaf2806
    @sweetleaf2806 Před 7 lety

    Japan is such a dream! It is my life goal to make a stop there. So many yummy looking food and so many skate spots!

  • @kemps71
    @kemps71 Před 7 lety

    The more Vlogs I watch in Japan gives me more reasons why I need to go!

  • @krisumi
    @krisumi Před 7 lety +7

    your mom is so cute omg!

  • @Hollyhavana
    @Hollyhavana Před 7 lety

    Always wanted to visit Kyoto!

  • @doctorbeans
    @doctorbeans Před 7 lety +1

    I was in Japan (my first time too!) a week before you arrived!! Ack it would've been so awesome to bump into you ^_^ Your vlog made me is Japan all over again. I love love love Japan. I decided to split my vlog about my Japan trip into 5 parts because I just couldn't bear to not use all of the footage I got.. I love spotting the similiarities and differences in our trip :) It only proves that there are many reasons to go back there :)

  • @lykke.creatives
    @lykke.creatives Před 7 lety

    Omg this vlog is really good! I feel like going to Japan now ((:

  • @1stepcl0ser
    @1stepcl0ser Před 7 lety

    Im so jealous, i wanna go to japan again! You look so good and fresh after you landed 😱
    At least you found an onsen where tattoos weren't a problem! Bc sometimes they can be.
    The floor you mentioned (the one that makes noises) is mentioned in tales of the otori! You should read it.
    Wish i could go on vacation with my family like you do but we cant really afford it :(

  • @letitiakiu
    @letitiakiu Před 7 lety

    Stop, I can't believe you stayed right in Arashiyama..crying!

  • @anditspaganpoetry
    @anditspaganpoetry Před 7 lety

    Going back to Japan in 24 hours :) this is getting me hyped. I miss heated toilets!

  • @xconnxb39
    @xconnxb39 Před 7 lety

    i love your vlogs!! (:

  • @25Santa3
    @25Santa3 Před 7 lety

    Aww I wanted to see you :( I live so close to the golden temple :( so happy you enjoyed the time here 💓

  • @alliou2871
    @alliou2871 Před 7 lety

    so beautiful! really want to go to japan again :)

  • @HIROKITRAVELS
    @HIROKITRAVELS Před 4 lety

    So beautiful! Nice video!!

  • @TamakiFlynn
    @TamakiFlynn Před 7 lety +4

    omg I've cried in one of those seats that are behind you - like literally I could point out which one- in the first part of this video lmaoooo

  • @AZ-tg6uv
    @AZ-tg6uv Před 7 lety +1

    Watching this instantaneously made me miss Japan

  • @JuliaPhamJules
    @JuliaPhamJules Před 7 lety

    I feel so early HAHAHHA ahhh i love the vlogs steph!!!

  • @yurikouemura1844
    @yurikouemura1844 Před 7 lety

    I was hoping to bump into you while you were here in Kyoto! xD
    Enjoyed the vlog. xx

  • @jet5040
    @jet5040 Před 7 lety

    Welcome to Japan! I'm a big fun of your vlog. I'm so HAPPY that you're in Japan ;) Just for your reference, one of my favorite sightseeing route in Tokyo is Tsukiji fish market → Hamarikyu park → taking ferry to Asakusa. If you like desital art, I highly recommend an exhibit called "The universe and art" at the Roppongi hills. You could see the latest exhibit by Team Lab there. Enjoy!!!

  • @jun3089
    @jun3089 Před 7 lety +1

    I'm Japanese, and I'm happy that you enjoyed the trip in Japan😊