The best presenter on YT, I always feel like Gabriel never takes travelling for granted. He is always respectful of the culture and people of the country he is in. Let the adventure begin.
You travel with more stuff than I do although colder destinations do require more packing. This is very well organized packing and saves you from having to spend and look for stuff once you arrive. Thanks for this video Gabe, safe travels 😊
My favorite was the snow monkeys and hotsprings in the Jigokudani snow monkey park and the Volcanic sand bath in Ibusuki. I also went to Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Crazy what happened in those cities. Enjoy!
I just traveled for nearly 3 months and found that it was only necessary to have 3 pairs of underwear max. When I jump in the shower I wash the underwear I wore that day with soap or shampoo, hang them up to dry and rotate basically between 2 pairs. The 3rd pair is just a backup. I love these "what's in my bag" videos from travel vloggers.
I'm in Mexico for over 1 year vlogging for my TH-cam channel. 4 underwear, 2 pairs of pants, 1 pair of shorts, 7 t-shirts, 1 flip flops, 4 socks, and my daily-use boots. For rain, I bought a $1 plastic raincoat at the dollar store.
@@DougPVlogs Cool. My favorite thing was a pair of fitted super stretch black jeans. They were so versatile and go with anything. I went out to nightclubs in them as well as went bike riding and hiking in them.
@@rexx9496 My favorite is my tactical ripstop cargo pants. Lots of pockets for my camera, batteries, and other vlogging stuff. I hate backpacks for just walking around so I stuff everything into my ton of pockets.
I'm really looking forward to see what new clothes Gabe will buy on this Japan trip. He normally purchases some really nice and stylish shirts on his travels. I always follow Gabe's product and gear recommendations, because I trust him the most with his suggestions for life on the road.
Hi Gabriel, love the preparation of laying everything out so you don't forget anything, that's the best method. The last trip to Japan was incredible I'm sure this will be a great trip and a chance to see if anything has changed.
I went to Japan in Nov 2014, it was a great season to travel. Cold, but had fantastic weather with clear blue skies and the autumn colours were beautiful. I hope you have the same experience. I would love to revisit, look forward to seeing more through your videos.
I was in Tokyo late 90s. My brother-in-law lived and worked there for 4 years. Had a good time. 5 years ago I worked for a company from Japan and traveled a couple of times and had the chance to visit many places . Hope will have a chance to go again. Safe travel Gabriel
I gotta say Gabriel I'd think after all these years you'd be a more minimal packer. 65l bag and another probably 25l bag! Travelling with just one small/ medium sized bag gives you so much freedom, never have to check a bag, don't have to travel straight to the hotel from the airport/ bus station etc. Have a great trip!
Wow!!! Japan!!! "the land of the rising sun" but i call it "the land of the cherry trees", unspeakable beauty, from what i've seen in documentaries....enjoy your staying there Gabe!!! looking forward to seeing your videos!!!! safe travels😃👏✌👍🏯🎎
Hello Gabriel. Can’t wait for Japan videos 🎉. I have never paid attention in previous videos but would like to what do you wear when it’s cold in Airplane or overnight buses. I remember Thai people go crazy for AC. They put it at full cool.
My friend, safe journeys. I consider going back to mahahual for the winter, where we went together. and indonesia in 2023.. i feel the call back to Asia. I send you much love
Hope you have a safe journey Gabriel will be watching with eagerness for your forthcoming trip to Asia, i visited Japan in 2001 so i am so excited to see if anything has changed , take care and stay safe
This was VERY informative and helpful! Thank you! the WARM socks...i neeeeed to order today 🤣😂🤣 seriously winter showed up in Texas last night 47 ...i know i know that is not cold to u but for me...i am ready to jump on a plane and go back to Kauai! 🥰
Japan power outlets are 2 prong outlets much like American ones but without the ground port. After the war America went in and helped Japan update there power system my grandpa spent a few years there as a lineman for the military.
#75, great you are going to newly opened Japan, will be revealing to see how things have changed for travelers in Japan, looking forward to seeing your vlogs, safe journey 🛫
Very useful info from a pro traveler that is hard to find. I like the rain jacket for sand storms 🙂. I am far from your travel league but useful for me have been a thin, 8-foot cable with eyelets on each end and 20 feet of thin dacron rope. Each weighs next to nothing and takes very little takes space when coiled up. I use the cable surprisingly often to wend through my backpack, suitcase, etc and then lock up to something secure like a pole or fence. If somebody really wanted to rip something off they could do it but this makes them think twice. The rope is my clothesline and i can't tell you how often I string that up in hotel rooms or on balconies to dry clothes.
I forgot to mention that I also have a bicycle cable lock that serves the same purpose. It was hidden in a pocket in my backpack and forgot to take it out.
Hey brotherman if you end up swinging over to Dumaguete, you can use my scooter to bop around on. Would be good to visit and show you some places here.
Gabriel before you leave change your SIM card to the digital version leaving the SIM card slot free to use with a local SIM card. It is referred to as a eSIM card. This way your phone will ring with local number and your US number. I am sure in Japan it is not an issue but if you go elsewhere you might need it. Safe travels!
Hello from Portland, good bye from Portland. Yeah, I'm flying out of PDX on Sunday. Heading in the opposite direction. Off to Sweden then south through Europe to Spain. Eventually working my way around the world over the next six months. I carry a single carry-on bag with everything needed. It needs to be light. As I'll be walking several hundred miles on the Camino. I'll be spending some time in Asia in the spring. Hopefully China will be back open by then. Haven't been since before COVID. I'll hit up Thailand, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Japan and Korea as well. Happy travels!
Very helpful video; thank you. Looking forward to your Japan adventure. By the way, what’s the brand of the bag you are using for your camera gear? Thank you and safe travels!!
Asia is the best overall area to travel to in the world, Thailand is #1 for us, we use Chiang Mai as a base, we travel all around SE Asia from Chiang Mai. We are in Tokyo in 5 days, travelling all around Japan for 2 weeks
Packing shoes is always my biggest dilemma. They occupy 'hard' space, need to be weather appropriate and choice is key. Look forward to your trip updates.
I tend to take one pair of sneakers, which are Converse Chuck Taylor high tops, usually take a black pair as they don't look as dirty as the white ones. I wear these when moving from destination to destination. I pack a pair of Birkenstocks into my bag.
Good video Gabriel! My wife and I are currently on our 6th trip to Europe, and also the longest one we’ve done (3 months total ending in January) we pack very similar I use an Arc’teryx Altera 65L pack. This trip I really wanted to avoid a day bag but I think it’s impossible lol.. I also use a similar sized day bag for all electronics, chargers etc. mosquitoes have been quite bad here in the Balkans thus far so your after bite is a veteran move lol. One thing I’d add that we brought this time is a power bar/power cube, multi-port power bar, it’s been amazing charging 5-6 things at once off one bar. Enjoy your trip, looking forward to the videos! Safe travels 👍
Japan has the same plus as USA, but 220 instead of 110, laptops and other electronics all automatically convert the power, same with Thailand, no need for adapters at all
thanks for the break down for packing. once you've landed , perhaps share the computer you travel with; what programs for editing and uploading. safe trip
another great video, thanks, very informative. you still have a voltage converter, don't you? may come in handy some day. anyways, have a safe trip to tokyo!
Have a great trip Gabe. If you are flying Japan Airlines it would be great to hear if you were comfortable in the economy class seats. I’m tall like you and am looking at taking that flight soon!
@@GabrielTravelerVideos After Japan 🇯🇵 consider coming back to Taiwan 🇹🇼. It has opened back up as you know. Anyways Asia has endless options. Love it here. Enjoy
@@GabrielTravelerVideos Welcome to explore around the island, eat amazing food & learn about he culture, religion & local customs. I live in Taoyuan city (17min from Airport & 30min from Taipei ) lots to explore all over the island. If you do come to Taiwan again message me & I can share a few places that go around the island & potentially join you for a weekend trip. The HSR ( High Speed Rail ) goes Taipei to Kaohsiung in 90min with lots of options/places in between. The HSR is I’m offering Foreigners 30% off each one way ticket until of November. Feel free to contact me when coming to Taiwan 🇹🇼 Happy Trails
From traveling in nice National Parks, in what seems, to suddenly going to Asia? What about going to Patagonia? (the "exotic sister" to the NorthWest, Alaska, and British Colombia)
@@GabrielTravelerVideos do you have a fear of flying Gabriel? A lot of people do while others want to become pilots and are not afraid. For fearful flyers flying over oceans and seas is particularly distressing
Hello Gabriel, Already leaving the US ? You're so lucky to always be ready to travel..especially to see opening Japan, indeed one of the most interesting countries. Thank you for showing us, how well organised you are, concerning luggage and everything. More than me, when going to work..😀 Wishing you safe travels and looking forward to your coming vlogs. Greetings from Tenerife holidays 👋🍀
I'm currently living in the Tokyo area as an American. It's cold here so be prepared for that. About masks, most buildings and businesses are strict about wearing them. You might see a handful ignoring the rules but I'd say 95% of the country wears it. Trains are similar to buildings with mask-wearing rules. If I see you around the city, I'll stop by to say hey 👋 enjoy!
The best presenter on YT, I always feel like Gabriel never takes travelling for granted. He is always respectful of the culture and people of the country he is in. Let the adventure begin.
You travel with more stuff than I do although colder destinations do require more packing. This is very well organized packing and saves you from having to spend and look for stuff once you arrive. Thanks for this video Gabe, safe travels 😊
GABRIEL: We NEED more of these occasion "practical tips" for packing and traveling whenever (!) you can... 💪
Your channel is amazing. Keep it up. I’m from Sydney and heading over to Poland soon. May we all have good travels 😁
My favorite was the snow monkeys and hotsprings in the Jigokudani snow monkey park and the Volcanic sand bath in Ibusuki. I also went to Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Crazy what happened in those cities. Enjoy!
Good to know, thanks for the tips.
And when you visit Hiroshima, you MUST visit Miyajima, it's a mandatory visit! And it totally worth it to visit that island!
I just traveled for nearly 3 months and found that it was only necessary to have 3 pairs of underwear max. When I jump in the shower I wash the underwear I wore that day with soap or shampoo, hang them up to dry and rotate basically between 2 pairs. The 3rd pair is just a backup. I love these "what's in my bag" videos from travel vloggers.
I'm in Mexico for over 1 year vlogging for my TH-cam channel. 4 underwear, 2 pairs of pants, 1 pair of shorts, 7 t-shirts, 1 flip flops, 4 socks, and my daily-use boots. For rain, I bought a $1 plastic raincoat at the dollar store.
@@DougPVlogs Cool. My favorite thing was a pair of fitted super stretch black jeans. They were so versatile and go with anything. I went out to nightclubs in them as well as went bike riding and hiking in them.
@@rexx9496 My favorite is my tactical ripstop cargo pants. Lots of pockets for my camera, batteries, and other vlogging stuff. I hate backpacks for just walking around so I stuff everything into my ton of pockets.
STARTING A TRIP ON THE DAY OF THE ECLIPSE ! !
Right on man. So stoked to see what Japan is like right now. Safe travels ✌🏼
I'm really looking forward to see what new clothes Gabe will buy on this Japan trip. He normally purchases some really nice and stylish shirts on his travels. I always follow Gabe's product and gear recommendations, because I trust him the most with his suggestions for life on the road.
Best 1 of all tells facts not fiction and trustworthy. Others dont stay in simple places at all and have personal chauffeur!❤
Excited to see the new series. Safe travels Gabe
Safe journey Gabe! Looking forward to your awesome videos from Japan!
Hi Gabriel, love the preparation of laying everything out so you don't forget anything, that's the best method. The last trip to Japan was incredible I'm sure this will be a great trip and a chance to see if anything has changed.
I went to Japan in Nov 2014, it was a great season to travel. Cold, but had fantastic weather with clear blue skies and the autumn colours were beautiful. I hope you have the same experience. I would love to revisit, look forward to seeing more through your videos.
Welcome to Japan 🎉
If you’re lucky, you can already see beautiful autumn leaves in northern areas in Japan.
Safe travels
Looking forward Gabe, be safe…
Another round the world trip! Heck yea!
Have a safe and happy trip. 🙏🙏🌞
Great video Gabe we will be in Thailand October 27 2022 for 3 months
Good to see you unload all those extra T-shirts in Portland and "Watch it Glow" Thanks Gaberiel.
Thanks Gabriel for video can you share you daybag size ?
Japan is fabulous! Food is great, the city is clean and people are polite.
Looking forward to go to Japan with Gabriel......
Helpful to see what you pack - well thought out .Always enjoy your videos. You're the best! 🌿
I was in Tokyo late 90s. My brother-in-law lived and worked there for 4 years. Had a good time. 5 years ago I worked for a company from Japan and traveled a couple of times and had the chance to visit many places . Hope will have a chance to go again. Safe travel Gabriel
Japan! My favourite place in the world! Enjoy mate
Wow just a write comment on your channel Ben only a couple of minutes ago
I gotta say Gabriel I'd think after all these years you'd be a more minimal packer. 65l bag and another probably 25l bag! Travelling with just one small/ medium sized bag gives you so much freedom, never have to check a bag, don't have to travel straight to the hotel from the airport/ bus station etc. Have a great trip!
Wow!!! Japan!!! "the land of the rising sun" but i call it "the land of the cherry trees", unspeakable beauty, from what i've seen in documentaries....enjoy your staying there Gabe!!! looking forward to seeing your videos!!!! safe travels😃👏✌👍🏯🎎
Hello Gabriel. Can’t wait for Japan videos 🎉. I have never paid attention in previous videos but would like to what do you wear when it’s cold in Airplane or overnight buses. I remember Thai people go crazy for AC. They put it at full cool.
I have not seen Gabe in Australia or New Zealand yet. Hope You go there after your Asia trip! Good luck!!!
visit Indonesia...there are still many things to see besides the island of Bali, we are happy when you visit
Enjoy your trip. Looking forward to the videos!
Can you show us some small Villages of Japan, please?
Definitely.
Excellent stuff Gabe. Great to see you back out n about. Have a good flight and looking forward to the next adventure 👍
If you can, check out an Akiya or a Kominka, while in Japan.
Man I will be going to tokyo too! I needed this video. Thanks!
always so good been watching for years
Safe travels. I stayed in that same hotel at PDX 3 weeks ago
Cool.
My friend, safe journeys. I consider going back to mahahual for the winter, where we went together. and indonesia in 2023.. i feel the call back to Asia. I send you much love
Hope you have a safe journey Gabriel will be watching with eagerness for your forthcoming trip to Asia, i visited Japan in 2001 so i am so excited to see if anything has changed , take care and stay safe
Gabriel could you make a video showing what kind of info you put in your journal?
…and us, thanks for taking us too Gabe! Safe travels!
Safe trip Gabe....looking forward to following your adventure from here in autumnal Scotland!
Awesome! Can’t wait for the next adventure! Safe travels Gabe.
This was VERY informative and helpful! Thank you! the WARM socks...i neeeeed to order today 🤣😂🤣 seriously winter showed up in Texas last night 47 ...i know i know that is not cold to u but for me...i am ready to jump on a plane and go back to Kauai! 🥰
Japan power outlets are 2 prong outlets much like American ones but without the ground port. After the war America went in and helped Japan update there power system my grandpa spent a few years there as a lineman for the military.
I see, interesting. In that case I might need the socket adaptor for my computer since it's a three pronged plug.
Really excited to see your videos from Japan. I plan on making my first trip there next spring. Safe travels!
Safe Travels!
#75, great you are going to newly opened Japan, will be revealing to see how things have changed for travelers in Japan, looking forward to seeing your vlogs, safe journey 🛫
Cool destination
love to see japan!
i have my flight to singapore tomorrow, first time in asia
so glad your going to japan! I've been to many country's and japan is number 1 on my list to try to get to! looking forward to you showing the sights
Take care and have a safe trip looking forward to the Japan serious coming up.
Looking forward to see Japan🗼⛩ Have a great trip! 🙂👍
Nice, hope you get down to Thailand too. Thailand and India are the classic Gabriel Traveler videos.
I have always wanted to visit Japan. Maybe one day I will be able to afford to vlog there.
Very useful info from a pro traveler that is hard to find. I like the rain jacket for sand storms 🙂. I am far from your travel league but useful for me have been a thin, 8-foot cable with eyelets on each end and 20 feet of thin dacron rope. Each weighs next to nothing and takes very little takes space when coiled up. I use the cable surprisingly often to wend through my backpack, suitcase, etc and then lock up to something secure like a pole or fence. If somebody really wanted to rip something off they could do it but this makes them think twice. The rope is my clothesline and i can't tell you how often I string that up in hotel rooms or on balconies to dry clothes.
I forgot to mention that I also have a bicycle cable lock that serves the same purpose. It was hidden in a pocket in my backpack and forgot to take it out.
Love you videos Gab! You are the ultimate high roller!
Gabe. Enjoy Asia and stay safe.
Have been all over Asia. Favorites Singapore and Hong Kong. Love rice.🥘
Save Journey
Good! Looking forward to your next trip.
Hey brotherman if you end up swinging over to Dumaguete, you can use my scooter to bop around on. Would be good to visit and show you some places here.
Right on, I need to get back to the Phils.
Gabriel before you leave change your SIM card to the digital version leaving the SIM card slot free to use with a local SIM card. It is referred to as a eSIM card. This way your phone will ring with local number and your US number. I am sure in Japan it is not an issue but if you go elsewhere you might need it. Safe travels!
Nice! Enjoy fall colors in Japan, it must be amazing there in this time of the year!
YAY! Looking forward to this trip!!
Hello from Portland, good bye from Portland. Yeah, I'm flying out of PDX on Sunday. Heading in the opposite direction. Off to Sweden then south through Europe to Spain. Eventually working my way around the world over the next six months. I carry a single carry-on bag with everything needed. It needs to be light. As I'll be walking several hundred miles on the Camino.
I'll be spending some time in Asia in the spring. Hopefully China will be back open by then. Haven't been since before COVID. I'll hit up Thailand, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Japan and Korea as well. Happy travels!
2:28 most important for TH-camr !!!
Very helpful video; thank you. Looking forward to your Japan adventure. By the way, what’s the brand of the bag you are using for your camera gear? Thank you and safe travels!!
Gab, I highly recommend Quy Nhon in Vietnam if you make it down there.
Safe travels
Japan will be amazing!! Looking forward to your vids 🤙
Matcha!!!
Asia is the best overall area to travel to in the world, Thailand is #1 for us, we use Chiang Mai as a base, we travel all around SE Asia from Chiang Mai. We are in Tokyo in 5 days, travelling all around Japan for 2 weeks
Hopefully you go to Philippines to explore the islands.
Packing shoes is always my biggest dilemma. They occupy 'hard' space, need to be weather appropriate and choice is key. Look forward to your trip updates.
I tend to take one pair of sneakers, which are Converse Chuck Taylor high tops, usually take a black pair as they don't look as dirty as the white ones. I wear these when moving from destination to destination. I pack a pair of Birkenstocks into my bag.
Tokyo I'm on my way , and in my new Toyota is not so far away. Remember the song Gabe.
Have a good flight, but you are there already I say.
Ah this is exciting, I really enjoyed your last series in Japan :)
Good video Gabriel! My wife and I are currently on our 6th trip to Europe, and also the longest one we’ve done (3 months total ending in January) we pack very similar I use an Arc’teryx Altera 65L pack. This trip I really wanted to avoid a day bag but I think it’s impossible lol.. I also use a similar sized day bag for all electronics, chargers etc. mosquitoes have been quite bad here in the Balkans thus far so your after bite is a veteran move lol. One thing I’d add that we brought this time is a power bar/power cube, multi-port power bar, it’s been amazing charging 5-6 things at once off one bar. Enjoy your trip, looking forward to the videos! Safe travels 👍
Whats the best health insurance do you use for Thailand please Gabe. Thank you as always. Love and Light 🧡💚❤️
Safe travels Gabe. Looking forward to the new Japan series. Talking in Cali was getting stale.
Japan has the same plus as USA, but 220 instead of 110, laptops and other electronics all automatically convert the power, same with Thailand, no need for adapters at all
Video comes at the right time. I am heading to Thailand in 4 weeks. Maybe I also will Go to Malaysia
thanks for the break down for packing. once you've landed , perhaps share the computer you travel with; what programs for editing and uploading. safe trip
Awesome, can't wait to follow your adventures in Japan. I'm travelling to Asia as well but in December. Will spend two weeks in Bangladesh.
Very nice haircut at last🤗
Nice, I’ve been in Japan for 3 months and it can be fairly inexpensive these days. I’m in Kobe. Cheers!
I hope you visit India toooo
Your India series are always special!!!!
another great video, thanks, very informative.
you still have a voltage converter, don't you? may come in handy some day.
anyways, have a safe trip to tokyo!
Have a great trip Gabe. If you are flying Japan Airlines it would be great to hear if you were comfortable in the economy class seats. I’m tall like you and am looking at taking that flight soon!
If you are interested and get a chance I would be interested in hearing about the countries you haven't been to and why.
Welcome back to Asia Bro 🇹🇼
Thanks, looking forward to it.
@@GabrielTravelerVideos After Japan 🇯🇵 consider coming back to Taiwan 🇹🇼. It has opened back up as you know. Anyways Asia has endless options. Love it here. Enjoy
I'd love to see more of Taiwan, I only visited Taipei.
@@GabrielTravelerVideos Welcome to explore around the island, eat amazing food & learn about he culture, religion & local customs. I live in Taoyuan city (17min from Airport & 30min from Taipei ) lots to explore all over the island. If you do come to Taiwan again message me & I can share a few places that go around the island & potentially join you for a weekend trip. The HSR ( High Speed Rail ) goes Taipei to Kaohsiung in 90min with lots of options/places in between. The HSR is I’m offering Foreigners 30% off each one way ticket until of November. Feel free to contact me when coming to Taiwan 🇹🇼 Happy Trails
You should go to the Senjo-ji Buddhist temple In Asakusa, It’s one of the oldest temples. Safe travels✌🏻✌🏻
From traveling in nice National Parks, in what seems, to suddenly going to Asia? What about going to Patagonia? (the "exotic sister" to the NorthWest, Alaska, and British Colombia)
I can safely assure you that Tokyo at this time of year is most certainly not ‘cold’.
True, it was very pleasantly warm today. Hoping to find some colder weather as I head north.
Flying over the pacific. Never did it. No chance for an emergency landing. But I would take my chance if needed.
There's Hawaii, that's pretty much it.
@@GabrielTravelerVideos do you have a fear of flying Gabriel? A lot of people do while others want to become pilots and are not afraid. For fearful flyers flying over oceans and seas is particularly distressing
Safe Travels My Friend ✈️
Thats exciting! Tokyo ⛩
Hello Gabriel, Already leaving the US ? You're so lucky to always be ready to travel..especially to see opening Japan, indeed one of the most interesting countries.
Thank you for showing us, how well organised you are, concerning luggage and everything. More than me, when going to work..😀
Wishing you safe travels and looking forward to your coming vlogs.
Greetings from Tenerife holidays 👋🍀
Hi Gabe hope it's laos
I'm currently living in the Tokyo area as an American. It's cold here so be prepared for that. About masks, most buildings and businesses are strict about wearing them. You might see a handful ignoring the rules but I'd say 95% of the country wears it. Trains are similar to buildings with mask-wearing rules. If I see you around the city, I'll stop by to say hey 👋 enjoy!
Sheep everywhere
Do they yell at you for not wearing a mask? and can they remove you from the premises for not doing so?