Where Should You Stay in Japan? | Patreon Vlog
Added 2019-05-19 18:24:01 +0000 UTC
Hey guys,
I hope you’ve all had a great weekend.
So we have a new Patreon vlog out today focussing on accommodation/where to stay in Japan. It answers all the big questions such as:
- Where do I stay when visiting Tokyo & Kyoto?
- Is Airbnb Japan safe to use these days?
- What exciting new equipment have I recently purchased?
- And does my cousin think I'm a good tour guide?
Sorry it’s taken this long; originally it was supposed to be a simple Q&A, but I’ve been adding more and more to the episode throughout the past week, such as the montage at the end video and the hotel room tour in Kyoto. But hopefully you’ll all be able to learn something new from watching it.
Where Do I Stay In Tokyo & Kyoto? | Patreon Vlog
► Watch: https://youtu.be/lv8DxTWUJwg
JOURNEY ACROSS JAPAN
These last few months Journey Across Japan episodes have been coming out on Sundays, however given tonight is the finale of Game of Thrones, I realised it may be safer to postpone it a few days so the view count doesn’t get completely decimated by millions spending their evening watching the show (myself included).
The next instalment will be out in the coming days, where we pass through the ramen-filled city of Fukuoka and part ways with Ellen!
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ABROAD IN JAPAN PODCAST
In recent weeks numerous people in Tokyo have caught sight a few scams in places such as Akihabara - and I myself witnessed one first hand. With that in mind, we dedicated this week’s Abroad in Japan Podcast to discussing 4 common scams to avoid in Tokyo and it’s definitely worth a listen if you’re planning on visiting Japan sometime in the near future. After the release of the Podcast, listeners sent in stories and experiences that’ll be sharing in another upcoming episode, suffice to say we heard of one horrific story where a couple were drugged and extorted out of thousands of dollars.
In particular though folks, be incredibly wary when travelling around Roppongi and Shinjuku at night, as both areas are infamous for their shady bars with notorious practices.
4 Scams to Avoid in Tokyo | Podcast
► Listen: http://hyperurl.co/nhgr30
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PATREON DISCORD
Up until about two weeks ago I didn’t know what Discord was. And yet in the last two weeks, I’ve spent tons of hours on there chatting with you guys in real-time on the chatrooms. It’s been a lot of fun and a great way to get folks sharing stories, tips and experiences amongst the community.
If you haven’t accessed the Abroad in Japan Discord yet, check out my last post on Patreon, where I detailed what it is, how to switch it on, and why it’s definitely worth diving into. It’s like the 24 hour online pub you always wanted (except you have to bring your own drinks).
That’s all for now guys, I’ll be announcing the next Patreon Vlog Q&A topic in the coming days! Have a great start to the week!
Chris
(And in case any of you are wondering, yes I do think series 8 of Game of Thrones has been a bit of a let down. It’s a real shame the show runners felt the need to rush through it all so quickly after years of building up to this. Nevertheless, I’m pretty gutted to see the show come to an end; I don’t think I’ve ever immersed myself in a fictional world on this scale before. Bring on the finale).
Comments
BTW, if you're travelling by yourself and want to see what Japanese home life is like, I'd recommend homestay.com; cost affordable and you'll get exposure to parts of Japanese life you won't otherwise see.
Miles Gard
2019-05-22 05:36:29 +0000 UTCmy wife and I stayed at 9 hours (capsule hotel) during our honeymoon. It was a memorable part of our trip. Also one of the worst night's sleeps I ever had.
Miles Gard
2019-05-22 05:30:28 +0000 UTCEnjoyed the video. I was looking for something exactly like the Osmo Pocket, so when I saw this I immediately went and researched, and did indeed end up buying one. Thanks!
2019-05-21 23:00:10 +0000 UTCLike Christopher Hitchens in his 30's
2019-05-21 03:58:45 +0000 UTCPerfect timing. I bought tickets to Tokyo a few days ago
2019-05-21 01:07:05 +0000 UTCThank you so much for answering my question. Greatly appreciate it!
2019-05-20 19:10:27 +0000 UTCRegarding luggage, there's another option I found useful during an impromptu stop in Takayama when I had a backpack almost as big as myself, and all the big lockers in the station were gone. Some of the luggage transport companies like Yamato (look out for the logo with the black cat on a yellow background) let you store luggage for the day at their branches. Which at least in Takayama were just across the road from the station. Definitely seemed a good option if you have truly massive bags and the big lockers are all taken.
Ryan Butt
2019-05-20 18:52:22 +0000 UTCThank you for including my comment, I'll probably opt for just hanging out a bit in a Book and Bed! Their beds do look like shipping crates.
Eels
2019-05-20 06:54:56 +0000 UTCI was tempted to buy dji osmo pocket when it first came out, because let's face it, it is just a shiny new small gadget. Then I looked at the discarded pile of technology sitting on the bookshelf and came to realization that I am not a vlogger and have no intention of becoming one in the near future.
Alev Akkor
2019-05-19 23:54:03 +0000 UTCI used the book and bed place in between a 5am flight arrival and meeting my real estate later that afternoon. It was great to have a shower, some hot tea/soup and a snooze after being wrecked from the flight. So while I can't comment on it for staying the night I would definitely recommend it for those weird in between times when you need somewhere to chill and compose yourself.
2019-05-19 21:11:40 +0000 UTCGreat vlog! Man, i really feel spoiled with this one, i wasn't expecting 16 minutes! Regarding AirBNB, personally, my experience is that airbnb's are great if you are intimate enough with whomever you are travelling with that you are okay with cheaping out. For example, me and 3 other mates did a single-room airbnb with 3 double beds, and it was so cheap we kept it as a luggage storage room when we went out of tokyo(20 pounds per night ca). A video in which you explore different living options might be an idea for the future as well, maybe going "up the price range" or just discussing possibilities. I have a lot of experience with using airbnb(and flipkey, a lesser known competitor) as well as photos and prices, if you need material or further thoughts for something like that.
Liam S. Crouch
2019-05-19 20:49:44 +0000 UTCI was thinking that!
Nynke de Haas
2019-05-19 20:18:18 +0000 UTC
