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We tried to leave our island in Japan with a paddle board

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Overnight drive to Japan’s “3rd Most Beautiful Place”

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Smallest Van House Conversion || Micro-Van Life in JAPAN

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I went back to the USA after 10 months living in Japan

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Super Mario in REAL LIFE! (Going to Nintendo World in Japan)

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Driving the world’s SMALLEST Car to COSTCO (Part 2)

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I got to see Japan’s Future Cars | Fukuoka Mobility Show

In this video, James gets a first look at all of the newest car concepts in Japan.
He looks at the Mazda Iconic SP Concept, the Nissan GT-R / Nissan Hyperforce, and the new Toyota century SUV.
If you are wondering the nissan hyperforce cost, or close up of the Nissan hyperforce video, Nissan hyperforce aero, then you should watch this video. If you want to see the new gtr concept car, or are wondering if they are really going to make the new gtr, let me know what you think.
If you want to see the interior of the new Toyota century SUV, this video will answer the features of the Toyota Century SUV Production model. Hands on the new Century SUV interior. Reclining rear seat. Toyota Century vs Rolls Royce Cullinan.

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We tried to leave our island in Japan with a paddle board

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We tried to leave our island in Japan with a paddle board

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In this video, Manami and James use their day off to take to the high seas with their stand up paddle boards. They made an attempt to reach a nearby uninhabited island, but were met with a strong current, and broken paddles that slowed them down. While they may not have reached their intended target, they had a great time on the water and beaches of sunny Fukuoka Japan. If you are considering t...

Overnight drive to Japan’s “3rd Most Beautiful Place”

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Overnight drive to Japan’s “3rd Most Beautiful Place”

มุมมอง 170ปีที่แล้ว

In this video, Manami and James drive from their home city of Fukuoka on Kyushu Island to Hiroshima, in southern Honshu. They leave early in the morning to avoid the holiday traffic, and to avoid paying full price for the toll roads. If you enter or leave the toll roads in Japan between 12-4 am, the tolls are all 30% cheaper. We start the Hiroshima tour by taking the first ferry out to Miyajima...

Smallest Van House Conversion || Micro-Van Life in JAPAN

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Smallest Van House Conversion || Micro-Van Life in JAPAN

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In this video, James Ricks shows two of the smallest RV's in the world, one of which sleeps 3 adults, with lighting, outlets, cabinets, a sink, fridge and a microwave. All of this is fitted into a modified Kei van, which is a car that is only 1/4 the weight of a Toyota Sienna Minivan. To learn more about these Kei Campers, check the links below! Instagram: samuraicampers Website:...

I went back to the USA after 10 months living in Japan

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I went back to the USA after 10 months living in Japan

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In this video, James Ricks talks about why he left Japan to America. He talks about his experience and "culture shock" returning to his home country less than a year after moving to Japan. He shares some of his favorite memories from the trip, and talks about how he met Sakamoto san from Garage Active ( SS-Active) . He briefly mentions the Carbon-R, and talks about how he wants to show more of ...

Super Mario in REAL LIFE! (Going to Nintendo World in Japan)

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Super Mario in REAL LIFE! (Going to Nintendo World in Japan)

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In this video, we take an overnight ferry to Osaka. As a bonus, we share some clips from Super Nintendo World, a top attraction at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is a big tourist destination in Osaka! Watch this video to get an inside look at the new Mario World here in Japan! James moved to Japan with his wife, Manami in Feburary 2022. A former videographer who filmed with cr...

Driving the world’s SMALLEST Car to COSTCO (Part 2)

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Driving the world’s SMALLEST Car to COSTCO (Part 2)

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This video is Part 2 of Driving the "World's Smallest Car to Costco" Click here to watch Part 1: th-cam.com/video/QKY-yeG064s/w-d-xo.html In this video, James Ricks once again drives the recently released Toyota C Pod, an extremely compact electric car designed especially for tight urban environments. He gives his complete opinion on what he thinks of this new microcar. He also compares it with...

We drove the world’s smallest passenger car to Costco!

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We drove the world’s smallest passenger car to Costco!

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This video is Part 1 of Driving the "World's Smallest Electric Car to Costco" Click here to watch Part 2: th-cam.com/video/IxpCA-rRfQs/w-d-xo.html In this video, James Ricks once again drives the recently released Toyota C Pod, an extremely compact electric car designed especially for tight urban environments. This car not only has an extremely affordable starting price of $12,000 brand new, it...

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The Best Decision I Ever Made

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Exactly one year ago, on July 10, 2021 I married my best friend, biggest supporter, and the love of my life. This is a glimpse of that day. We held our reception at a simple farm themed AirBnB, and not everyone who wanted to come was able to due to travel restrictions at the time. In addition, the scheduling that worked best for my family happened to be in the midst of both of our last college ...

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Our First Weekend Roadtrip in Japan!

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In this video, James Ricks travels with Manami from his home in Fukuoka, Japan to Nagasaki city, but they make several big stops along the way. They stop in Sasebo, Japan, and several spots along the way that you need to visit on your way to Nagasaki. This was their first time taking a long drive in Japan, and watch this video to see if anything went wrong. This video also has tips for travelin...

Driving Japan’s Secret Micro-Car | TOYOTA C+Pod

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Driving Japan’s Secret Micro-Car | TOYOTA C+Pod

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In this video, James Ricks drives the recently released Toyota C Pod, an extremely compact electric car designed especially for tight urban environments. He gives his complete opinion on what he thinks of this new microcar. He also compares it with the other electric cars he has driven, which include the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance, the 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid, and the 2020 Porsche Taycan T...

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Buying a Car in Japan!

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In this video, James and Manami take delivery of their 2014 Lexus CT200h. After moving to Japan and relying on public and borrowed transportation, they decided to purchase a commuter vehicle of their own. In this video, they share a quick rundown of what it was like purchasing a car in Japan, and give tips to help you make a smarter car purchase. They also dive deep into why they chose the CT20...

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We Turned Japanese Wagyu into a Burger

มุมมอง 1822 ปีที่แล้ว

In this video, James and Manami attempt to recreate the recently released "Wagyu Steakhouse burger" from Arby's. James and Manami recently moved from Idaho, USA to Fukuoka, Japan. While they may have never been to Arby's, it felt like a personal attack they made a Japanese inspired burger only after they left the country. This was a fun video to create, and has a more laid back feel than the ot...

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Japan's UGLY BOX Cars: EXPLAINED

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In this video, James Ricks breaks down the history of the Japanese Kei Class cars, and explains why these micro-cars are so popular among Japanese consumers. He also explains why you should or should not buy one of these boxy looking fishbowls if you are currently deciding between types of cars in Japan. He also talks about what driving in Japan is like, and the pro's and con's to the different...