My husband and I were interviewed for Japanese TV on the Sunflower ferry last night headed to Beppu. When asked how we knew about the ferry, I mentioned this TH-cam page. It was our inspiration! We are Americans here on vacation. Thank you for all of your videos! 🇺🇸🇯🇵
@SoloTravelJapan recently, I was having an anxiety attack all day at work because, life... and this ridiculous, horrible song got stuck in my head and actually helped a lot. I kept singing it and I zoned out pretending I was on a ferry.
It's been a very heavy day. This is just what I need. I was scrolling for something and jumped at it. Those are the best creators, when you reflexively click on them without needing to choose
I've probably watched every video you've put out over the past couple of years, and I still don't know how you haven't run out of ferries to try out!!!
I love that bit where you were just wandering around an empty ship at 12 in the morning looking at all the closed shops. Moments like those are great when they happen.
As a Canadian, who's never travelled internationally, I often forget how long Japan is. It might not be the widest country but it sure can take a while to go from north to south...
You’re probably way too young but there used to be an American commercial for ice melt that had the “walk like a penguin” phrase in it. You reminded me about it when you were on the open deck lol. Great video as always. ❤
Do you know there are ski resorts in Africa? True, some of the countries have high enough elevations they have snow. Some countries actually have snow plows. There are pics on Google of leopards in game preserves covered in snow. Teens in South Africa having snowball fights. It's amazing what the world has to offer.
Wow, 5 curries in 2 days, heaven for some. This might one one of my favorite ships, I like the light colors. It makes things feel more open and calming to me. I liked the room a lot, spacious enough but not too much for one person.
I`m from Finland and there is a very different ferry culture here, I often take the ferry to Stockholm or Tallinn and there is a disco and many bars open late at night and most people party! 😁 It can be a bit annoying if you just want to travel and relax because people are noisy when drunk, haha! 😅
Five kinds of curry on one ferry? They definitely knew the Prince of Curry was coming! And I'd say you gained enough experience points to reach a new curry level.
There is a part of me that keeps thinking you'll have a friend jump out and make an 'AAHH!' sort of sound when you open the door, right after you ask us if we're ready. 😁
Oh no! We need more curry! We must supply enough curry to fill the bottomless black hole or the entire universe will be swallowed! More curry! More curry! Hurry! 🤣🤣
This brings warm memories of my multiple ferry trips between Beppu and Osaka. I am a happy solitary traveler who enjoys reading a book on the ship, or striking up a conversation over beers. Those were among my favorite times in Japan, and I encourage everyone to try it.
You have great videos. My son moved to Matsue and I can't wait to visit and try a couple of ferries. Your food videos are giving me great trip ideas too! Thanks 😀
That looks sooo cold. Hey, a chair with no arms. Even this "man of extra dimension" would be comfortable. That first meal looked so good I don't even mind it was curry-less.
@luke144 it is not illegal to film in public in Japan. If it was there would never be any video news. This is a ferry and therefore not public property but private property. There are laws stipulating when strangers can be in photographs and videos of strangers and when you record in public areas you have to be mindful of them but none of them but none are outright prohibitive.
Wouldnt the gift shop have Dramamine? I love checking out the food you choose. Looked good. Do they ever serve pancakes, waffles or french toast on those ferries?
I think the gift shop on a ferry could make a lot of money selling motion sickness pills, ginger tea, peppermints . . . I'm sure a lot of people would want them on a boat.
I love Japan, i used to visit alot. Beef curry, all those delicious pickles, the rice, the people too were so kind and helped me discover your lovely country
I loved the Suite, which has two windows. Have you ever considered standing behind the curtains at night with no light on the camera to see what you can see in the Ocean? I guess you preferred the European Curry. The Keema Curry looked like a "chilli" or meat stew. Glad the sea wasn't too rough since you forgot the Meds, but the waves were "Baby" ones. LOL 😂😂
This was a very relaxing pleasant 2 day trip. Such a lovely room and great views via the 2 sets of windows. Good choice of foods but far more than I could eat for sure. I'm not a cruise person but I think I could do this. Thanks for the voyage. Bushyboy Oz
@kurofune.uragabay are you Solo Japan? Was positive that's what it said. Solo never shows his face so was surprised. Was this not you? If it wasn't, I apologize.
What a cool trip. Thank you so much for doing these as we live in the middle of America. We appreciate your knowledge of the pricing and the actual video of the rooms and the food. Great job!
This was delightful. I am a NY Italian lady, aged 75, a lifelong fan of all things Japanese. I liked this video so much, especially the food. And I am SO glad you didn't keep us in suspense about the butter chicken curry. LOL
Thank you so much for this now we are planning a trip there just to ride the ferry. We will be traveling from the United States this will be a great trip for us...
I love the little broccoli that was the 'salad' on your plate haha. This room was really nice, too! It looked really comfy and spacious and clean. Glad it wasn't too bad on you this time with the waves. Another great video, Solo-san!
Thank you for the excellent video! As an American citizen I was not aware ferries could be so large, and it was a enlightening and funny story. My dream is to be able to travel like this!
Great trip. And yeah, my man doing Curry party onboard, even though forgot bringing seasick medicine. Overall great cabin choice for long distance ferry trip like this. Yeah, for addition, ship who passing Pacific Ocean always got crazy wave and rougher sea, especially during bad weather.
So enjoy your videos☺️ click on them straight away. Enjoy your sense of humour. I watch of an evening, so I have to be prepared with my evening dessert of yoghurt and fruit, so I don't get hungry watching you eat all that food 😂
Only 286 usd for 2 nights suite room, bathroom inside, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, this is really very satisfying and the best and thank you for sharing this video
Hello from New Jersey USA! I really enjoy your videos,I am hopeful to visit Japan soon;your country is beautiful! Thank you for your videos,they inspire me on my quest to visit 😊!
I've had the opportunity to travel on that ferry last year, it felt so relaxing and time wise it didn't feel that long 🥰 I'm glad I can get an eye on another time of the year sailing through your video 😌
My husband and I were interviewed for Japanese TV on the Sunflower ferry last night headed to Beppu. When asked how we knew about the ferry, I mentioned this TH-cam page. It was our inspiration! We are Americans here on vacation. Thank you for all of your videos! 🇺🇸🇯🇵
That’s great. His videos are making me want to take that trip as well. Have fun. Stay safe.
Thanks for saying that! I hope you enjoyed the Sunflower song :)
That song will be stuck in our heads forever. 😂
@@danb2400 And in our hearts
@SoloTravelJapan recently, I was having an anxiety attack all day at work because, life... and this ridiculous, horrible song got stuck in my head and actually helped a lot. I kept singing it and I zoned out pretending I was on a ferry.
It's been a very heavy day. This is just what I need. I was scrolling for something and jumped at it. Those are the best creators, when you reflexively click on them without needing to choose
I agree with you so much! These videos are ones I search out after a long day, when you just want something calming & interesting to watch
@@Luthienara. Totally agree ❤️
Hope you're doing well
@@Luthienara agreed. You might call them introvert therapy
@@RT-qd8yl Thank you, that's very kind of you
I spat my coffee when you said broccoli salad😁
Hahaha 🤣😂
I just like to imagine the look on the attendant's face when he was grabbing that single solitary broccoli out of the tray. "Goddamn TH-camrs..."
😂ha ha ha!
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The broccoli salad made me laugh, too. :)
I am always awed by the volume of food you can eat. You definitely belong to the clean-plate-club.
Hes not bad on the tooth is he !
14:49 - I laughed out loud. Thank you for your amazing videos. The small points of humor is one of my favorite parts of your style.
Japan is a island nation and ferries are an economic necessity . Without ferries , life in Japan would be very difficult .
I've probably watched every video you've put out over the past couple of years, and I still don't know how you haven't run out of ferries to try out!!!
I agree. Really enjoy the ferries in the videos 35:33
Always that one lonely, tired sprig of broccoli. How I look forward to it every time. Je suis broccoli...
I love that bit where you were just wandering around an empty ship at 12 in the morning looking at all the closed shops. Moments like those are great when they happen.
Totally. His videos are mesmerizing. Does he know?
As a Canadian, who's never travelled internationally, I often forget how long Japan is. It might not be the widest country but it sure can take a while to go from north to south...
In comparison with size of Canada, Japan is small country) What city you from?
Canada is as wide as all out doors as the Simpson’s would say
Suite? Sweet!
I love all of STJ's videos, but the ferry ones are my favorites. Especially when he books the nice rooms!
I'm an Irish subscriber and I just love your travel adventures it's my dream to visit Japan some day ❤
Hahaha "Broccoli salad" made me laugh. I love your videos. They are very calming to me. Thank you for posting!
Ishikari is a lovely ship, and the food looked fabulous, especially all the curry. 😊 Thanks for taking us along.
You’re probably way too young but there used to be an American commercial for ice melt that had the “walk like a penguin” phrase in it. You reminded me about it when you were on the open deck lol.
Great video as always. ❤
One of my favorite ferry trips. Great price and suite! Thank you, STJ! 😍👏🥰👍 私のお気に入りのフェリー旅行の 1 つです。お得な料金とスイート！ STJさん、ありがとうございました！ 😍👏🥰👍
What a lovely suite you had there, looked comfortable and spacious.
Very nice. Thank you. (I currently live in Texas, but grew up in Minnesota, I love that Japan has snow... cool!)
Do you know there are ski resorts in Africa? True, some of the countries have high enough elevations they have snow. Some countries actually have snow plows. There are pics on Google of leopards in game preserves covered in snow. Teens in South Africa having snowball fights. It's amazing what the world has to offer.
That ferry trip looked better than the cruise you recently took. Plus plenty of curry to try - win/win for you STJ-san. Look after yourself ❤️🇬🇧
Your suite gave me serious Star Trek vibes lol. Definitely looked comfortable!
What a treat to have an extra long STJ ferry boat video! 🎉 Thanks for always traveling, STJ
Wow, 5 curries in 2 days, heaven for some. This might one one of my favorite ships, I like the light colors. It makes things feel more open and calming to me. I liked the room a lot, spacious enough but not too much for one person.
Omg thank you my friend I really enjoy your videos much love be safe have fun live life to the fullest ❤❤
Japan: Greatest country and culture ever. Evidence everywhere on this simple video. Thanks for posting. Cannot wait until I retire there.
I love how you kept reassuring us over the small dinner 😊
Oh yeah…..good timing. Just got back from a 7 night cruise and I’m so sad to be ashore. This makes me feel so much better!!!
Where have you been?
The more and more you share the curries on your channel, the more I have a good reason why I would like to visit Japan one day
I`m from Finland and there is a very different ferry culture here, I often take the ferry to Stockholm or Tallinn and there is a disco and many bars open late at night and most people party! 😁 It can be a bit annoying if you just want to travel and relax because people are noisy when drunk, haha! 😅
Sendai Harbour looks good. Japan has worked hard at restoration from 3/11
Thank you for these videos. I hope they bring you lots of joy
This ferry is really big. Very nice inside, comfortable .Food looks really delicious as well. Thanks for sharing this . 🙂
With your curry experience points, you gain a level! Level 12 curry expert.
A sailor loves the waves of the sea
Yes, the sound of the waves
When the storm shakes mast and train
Hear the roar of storms
Five kinds of curry on one ferry? They definitely knew the Prince of Curry was coming! And I'd say you gained enough experience points to reach a new curry level.
I would probably spend most of the voyage in that bathtub and only come out for meals.
You and me both! Are they okay with a passenger bringing her own bath products?
🔥 With lots of books. And no talking.
@@SiberiaDreamsYES ❤!
There is a part of me that keeps thinking you'll have a friend jump out and make an 'AAHH!' sort of sound when you open the door, right after you ask us if we're ready. 😁
こんにちわハク。
雪が降ったら、もう北海道ですね。ははは
ハクは食べられるだけの食べ物を食べるのに40時間あります。飛行機のフライトや空港のファーストクラスラウンジよりも優れています。
冷蔵庫が空で、素敵なグラスセットとアイスペールをくれるのに、シャンパンのボトルがないのが残念です。ブーブー
北海道でペンギンを見るのは初めて。
ああ、なんてことだ、あなたは私を大声で笑わせてくれました。もう一杯食べられるのに、なぜデザートを食べるのですか？
オーマイガッシュ、とても面白かったです!! 底知れぬお腹のハク。
そして朝食には、お決まりの味噌汁と白米に加えて、さまざまな食品、グロリアスフードをご用意しています。ああ、いいえ、カレーを閉じ込めてください、ハクはこの航海に乗っています。 ああ、いいえ、カレーを閉じ込めてください、ハクはこの航海に乗っています。
Oh no! We need more curry! We must supply enough curry to fill the bottomless black hole or the entire universe will be swallowed! More curry! More curry! Hurry! 🤣🤣
This brings warm memories of my multiple ferry trips between Beppu and Osaka. I am a happy solitary traveler who enjoys reading a book on the ship, or striking up a conversation over beers. Those were among my favorite times in Japan, and I encourage everyone to try it.
I love watching your videos especially the food you are posting👍👍
What a wonderful trip. I liked the two windows. Thank you for taking me along, I had a fun ride😊😊
That broccoli salad on night 1 looked really filling ;-)
Another great ferry movie!! Great cuisine, great waves, great suite and great everything else! Oh yes, the great curry!
You have great videos. My son moved to Matsue and I can't wait to visit and try a couple of ferries. Your food videos are giving me great trip ideas too! Thanks 😀
That looks sooo cold. Hey, a chair with no arms. Even this "man of extra dimension" would be comfortable. That first meal looked so good I don't even mind it was curry-less.
Some parts of the video, it felt as if you were the only person on the ship.
It's illegal in Japan to film in the public. You have to get permission from everyone you film so I'm sure that's why it looked empty.
@luke144 it is not illegal to film in public in Japan. If it was there would never be any video news. This is a ferry and therefore not public property but private property. There are laws stipulating when strangers can be in photographs and videos of strangers and when you record in public areas you have to be mindful of them but none of them but none are outright prohibitive.
@@gavriloking5637 have you been to Japan? You have to have permission to film the person's face...
Thank you thank you thank you. What a fabulous trip!
How cool is this! Omg! Thanks for the adventure! : )
0:49 Thank you for using a more zoomed-out map. It really helps provide context.
The best thing in japan is that everyone cares about each other. Thats so comforting and i love that... pls stay that way japan :)
I do really admire that
That’s an unrealistic and romanticized view of a complex society. They’re not all the same you know.
@@BlownMacTruck oh shut up
Thank you for these lovely videos. I watch them late at night, and they always make me relaxed and sleepy. Cheers, Solo! 🥱😚
Lovely video as always! Thanks for also having on point sock selection :)
Wouldnt the gift shop have Dramamine? I love checking out the food you choose. Looked good. Do they ever serve pancakes, waffles or french toast on those ferries?
I think the gift shop on a ferry could make a lot of money selling motion sickness pills, ginger tea, peppermints . . . I'm sure a lot of people would want them on a boat.
I love Japan, i used to visit alot. Beef curry, all those delicious pickles, the rice, the people too were so kind and helped me discover your lovely country
Aww, I love broccoli so much 😂 The sesame curry sounded very good, would love to try. Thank you for a great video ❤
Όμορφο πλοίο, και πολύ καλή ξενάγηση, ευχαριστούμε
🎶Sunflower🎶Sunflower🎶 Oh...Wait...
lol ... me, too!!
Your comment made me giggle 🤭
Grrrrr! 🤣
Oh that song! 😂😢
I look forward to seeing the food every video
It seems like a very calming and relaxing trip
The atmosphere of these videos is impeccable. The yogurt looks as if he is trying his best.
Looks like a comfortable room to enjoy your trip.
Beautiful ferry! The suite looked comfortable and nice. The curry and the roast pork looked so good. Thanki you for sharing your travels with us!
I loved the Suite, which has two windows. Have you ever considered standing behind the curtains at night with no light on the camera to see what you can see in the Ocean? I guess you preferred the European Curry. The Keema Curry looked like a "chilli" or meat stew. Glad the sea wasn't too rough since you forgot the Meds, but the waves were "Baby" ones. LOL 😂😂
Yes I have. I tried it when there was moonlight :)
Hello wonder how many travelers are on the ship? Do people use the movie place etc?
Beautiful ship. I don't get sea sick but get a massive headache on trains and busses.😁
This was a very relaxing pleasant 2 day trip. Such a lovely room and great views via the 2 sets of windows. Good choice of foods but far more than I could eat for sure. I'm not a cruise person but I think I could do this. Thanks for the voyage. Bushyboy Oz
My man! I love your appetite!😄 Also laughed out loud at "My deer?"!🤣
I always enjoy your videos. Please keep them coming. And a BIG thumbs 👍 up.
Watched a video the other day and - There you were! Nice to see the face that went with the videos!
Wha?... I mean..., *_wha?_*
Where? details please
@kurofune.uragabay are you Solo Japan? Was positive that's what it said. Solo never shows his face so was surprised. Was this not you? If it wasn't, I apologize.
It's so cool&exciting👍👍
What a cool trip. Thank you so much for doing these as we live in the middle of America. We appreciate your knowledge of the pricing and the actual video of the rooms and the food. Great job!
This was delightful. I am a NY Italian lady, aged 75, a lifelong fan of all things Japanese. I liked this video so much, especially the food. And I am SO glad you didn't keep us in suspense about the butter chicken curry. LOL
I really feel like I have been in a trip with your videos, thank you for sharing. You were also very funny😊
And now I'm hungry again. The cabin looked very nice!
Thank you so much for this now we are planning a trip there just to ride the ferry. We will be traveling from the United States this will be a great trip for us...
I love the little broccoli that was the 'salad' on your plate haha. This room was really nice, too! It looked really comfy and spacious and clean. Glad it wasn't too bad on you this time with the waves. Another great video, Solo-san!
Thank you for sharing another adventure! I am very glad you did not feel sick this time!
We enjoy your videos very much. Inspiring us to travel. Thank you.
Thank you for the excellent video! As an American citizen I was not aware ferries could be so large, and it was a enlightening and funny story. My dream is to be able to travel like this!
When I was in the Navy our carrier went through a typhoon and I loved it. Wish I could have been on this trip. 😊
Very beautiful ship great meal
You definitely get hungry on these trips. Yee haw!!!
That is the most amazing ferry I’ve ever seen, with the big suite and plenty of room. Makes me want to give it a try. Great job!
looks timeless in Japan when it's so quiet and spacious
And thank *you* for another gorgeous and delicious video!
20:26 21:08 21:38 Love the early 2000s vibe it’s giving
Great trip. And yeah, my man doing Curry party onboard, even though forgot bringing seasick medicine. Overall great cabin choice for long distance ferry trip like this. Yeah, for addition, ship who passing Pacific Ocean always got crazy wave and rougher sea, especially during bad weather.
Thank you Solo Travel Penguin 😊
A lovely looking suite and so much curry too.😊
But i'll pass on the bottle of sweat 😂
So enjoy your videos☺️ click on them straight away. Enjoy your sense of humour. I watch of an evening, so I have to be prepared with my evening dessert of yoghurt and fruit, so I don't get hungry watching you eat all that food 😂
another awesome video
These videos help me relax and sleep
"Brocolli Salad." 😂
Your video's always make me hungry.
Too many shots of lovely meals;-)
I really do enjoy your channel.
Nice! Thanks for the experience 🎉from Atlanta Ga ❤
5 different kinds of curry available! They DEFINITELY knew you were coming! 💚💚
Only 286 usd for 2 nights suite room, bathroom inside, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, this is really very satisfying and the best and thank you for sharing this video
Hello from New Jersey USA!
I really enjoy your videos,I am hopeful to visit Japan soon;your country is beautiful! Thank you for your videos,they inspire me on my quest to visit 😊!
Hearing the waves was really meditating, I thought. I thought that suite was very spacious as well. 😃😊
Very nice video. Thank you for sharing with us😊.
Thank you for another interesting trip. I got a little sick watching the other ferry bouncing in the sea. Love and best wishes from NC.
Oh Solo .. your comments always make me smile! 😊
I've had the opportunity to travel on that ferry last year, it felt so relaxing and time wise it didn't feel that long 🥰 I'm glad I can get an eye on another time of the year sailing through your video 😌
I also ask for a single piece of broccoli with my meals! Lol. :)
Wonderful video. If I ever get to travel there, I'll be trying this ferry out.