Urban Rooftop Camping in Tokyo | Akihabara
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I really wish I can do camping like this one
Bro beautiful
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This is amazing! Congrats! Whenever Japan opens up again, I hope I can make it to a future event!
Its camping or gamping
Like I've said earlier .. living vicariously through these videos.. So appreciate all that you do... Can't move around much and have really bad anxiety.. So these videos are like therapy to me and calm me down.. Plus the little community you've built is supporting and cool.. so appreciate all the time and effort you put in.. Much love Norm.. ♥️
Alec
I say it every week
But I’m so grateful to have you here and glad I can add even a little to your day!!
Coming from someone who has had terrible anxiety, you got this. Keep your head up, and make sure you always keep a positive mind.
I hope one day you can overcome it and travel the world my friend!
@@knowledge4741 I hope so too mate... Really hope I can make something out of myself.. Travel and do all the stuff I want toI feel left behind, making my anxiety levels go up.. As you said I'm trying to keep my head up and be positive.. Appreciate your encouragement.. Thanks a ton
As someone who suffered chronic anxiety all my life, i went to Japan in my early 20s and my anxiety evaporated. It was magical! I think it was like a reboot & I look back on my time there, which wasn’t always easy, with huge nostalgia.
@@fvmiller1193
Just curious, how old are you now and did you go alone?
I am 25 now, I am stuck because I want to go travel alone but cannot because of home problems.
I'm glad that you mentioned the legal issues related to rooftop camping since some tourists unfortunately replicate things that they see in videos without actually checking if it's okay or not.
(Also, your new studio space is amazing & I hope your injury heals soon!)
The way that grass fit was so satisfying👌👌
Studio hyppppppppe!! Can't wait to see what you do with all those shop remnants🙏
Lol took me forever to find 2 rolls big enough
Wanted 1… but they don’t make them that wide for the average consumer 😂
Looking forward to having you over!
We should do a stream!
@@TokyoLens yeah! It’s been too long!
@@sharlainjapan I really hope you guys can do another video soon! I've ran out of old videos to watch 🤣
So much excitement with finally announcing your new studio. Also curious as to how many takes it took with you plonking in your chair without it rolling back too far or you falling off, lol.
Rooftop camping does sound like fun. First - camping gear, second - find a rooftop, third - do it in summer so you don't get rained on.
What would have been cool though, is if you could have edited yourself pulling the hammock out of the camping bag somehow - Mary Poppins style.
I just can’t wait for our Patreon event!!
Woooooo! I could absolutely feel your excitement as you announced The Next Stage as calmly as you could!! 🥳🥳🥳
Also, shoes falling off in exciting times is definitely a thing! And the tiny rooftop shrine is so adorable!
Congratulations again on The Next Stage, you deserve it and will have some amazing times ahead of you 💜
Honestly that scene took FOREVER to calm down enough to shoot lol
Thanks so much, Becks!!
Literally been watching your videos for years, I remember when you did the pre-50k merch (still sporting them haha), now you have 586k ... its insane you deserve every single great thing! I'm so happy that you get your own space and studio. Your work is amazing , so thankyou for creating this space ❤️
Hammocks are essential for camping and life! I have one in my living room instead of a second couch. This was such a neat little video. I’m excited for what the new studio will bring. 😁
100% essential’ haha
Thanks so much~
all the cool kids are camping with asymmetrical hammocks now, like the Hennessy ones.
Ham hocks > Hammocks
Congratulations on the new studio!!! Looking forward to your other explorations and videos!!!
Thank you!!
Wow. As someone who came to Tokyo in 2018 all by myself with a one-way ticket, to study Japanese language and culture (although I had to leave 1 year later for unrelated reasons) I cannot image actually starting businesses there and buying/renting a studio. Just getting by, between share-houses and friendships, was very taxing! Fun and exciting, but taxing.
I'm still studying the language every day and I will come back sooner or later, but for the time being, you are my eyes and part of my connection to that place. Godspeed.
The new space looks great. I see so much potential in it. It will be interesting to see how it evolves as everything starts to come together. Not going to lie, I'm a bit jealous on your rooftop.
Rooftop camping? This is just a whole new vibe, gotta add this to the list of things to do.
~Congrats on the studio!
Never thought about rooftop camping before but it seems like a great idea. I must try it some time. Too bad in my country most rooves are slanted, ill have to do it somewhere else
Hope you get the chance!
@@BLVCKSCORP settle down lol
I really enjoyed sleeping on my balcony one warm night (no tent, just bug spray!)
That's so cool that you managed to salvage some of the shop and the fact that you now have your own space like that, something like that would be my dream one day 😁
Man, I wish I weren't so damn tired every evening. I should get out more past midnight here in Tokyo.
That being said - Akihabara at night is definitely quieter than other "popular" wards. All the arcades etc. close and since it doesn't have as bright of a nightlife scene as Shinjuk/Roppongi/Shibuya, people don't usually stay out there much.
On a trip to Japan a couple years back I traveled only using hitchhiking and camping from Hokkaido to Kagoshima. Took me around 3 months:)
What a privilege!
Used to find parks on google maps and getting there around midnight, set my tent and wake up around 6 am and taking off. Really tried not to bother anyone around, just finding a place to sleep and continue the next day.
I have some funny and wholesome stories from encounters with locals and police, but that’s for some other time I guess lol🥹
But!
Norm!
You show me a brand new and adventurous way of camping in Japan! Like, for god sake that’s so innovative and awesome !
Love your content, you showcase the ultimate passion and authenticity when you’re filming and I would love to me your travel pal and friend someday ♥️
I’ve been following your journey through Japan for a long long time now and seeing your new studio is heartwarming.
I’ll continue to watch your videos and support your journey and can’t wait to see what beautiful things you want to share with us.
It might sound a bit weird coming from fan but wow I’m proud of you
Added to the list of things I didn’t know I needed until now:
- rooftop camping is a thing
- new video
Another awesome video Norm, well done
Thanks so much!!
SO excited for this next level for you Norm. Proud to be a Patreon member for you as well. Keep living the dream.
Oh my goodness Norm, this is wonderful, all that creative energy you have, I am sure this studio will be bursting with people and many friends in no time, as well as being a perfect space and artistic outlet for everyone, congratulations.
I really hope, that i will see the day, where i can take my first walk through Japan and Tokyo.
Until then, thanks for showing me what is out there.
Grats on the studio, looks great.
I love that getting the studio is more than just having it for the sake of having it. Using the space to teach shamisen classes and support another creator just makes it so much more worth it. Also, the rooftop camping spot is so good!
Congrats on the studio Norm! Had me in the first half, really thought you were just on some random rooftop... which would have been hilarious in itself, but the Studio reveal was awesome!
This is SUPER cool! I love your rooftop studio and that you can just camp out / lay in your hammock whenever you want and enjoy the city and sky - you don't even need to research if it's okay because it's your own space. It's so versatile and you can bring in picnic tables or just picnic on the turf when people are over or host an event! I'm so happy for you and this new studio filled with possibilities!
Norm, you've got to be one of the busiest people ever. Between the TH-cam channel (full time job on its own), your Shamisen gig, getting your pilots license, AND your second and third channels, you're a rock star no doubt. Good work as usual and congrats on the studio space.
You are one of the few wholesome TH-camrs who stay humble and truly care about their viewers and I honestly really appreciate that and wish you continued success with your channel and all other future endeavors. Keep up the fantastic work Norm! 🙂
Congratulations on the new studio space 🎉 It's a great achievement and we can't wait to see what you create. It'll be a fun adventure
Been watching for a few years... you are the man Norm. Thank you for staying true to yourself and us viewers. Stay awesome bro
I literally have discovered this channel this year, and it has been a fantastic ride seeing all the exploring and documentaries you make and I’m glad you have your own studio after all this time!
The new studio looks amazing, congratulations! I have to say, the concept of having a certain number of buildings with green rooftops makes the city look nicer than if it were just plain old roofs. I also really like the rooftop shrine, there's just something really charming about it that I can't quite describe
Wow, I didn't expect that rooftop to be part of your new studio :0 (The studio was a big surprise as well)
An amazing video as always, congrats on the studio and thank you for all the effort you put on the channel :D
I watched this a month ago when it came out but back to say that I YELLED to my husband when I realized what this video was about. ❤️ So so so happy. What a beautiful new chapter.
This was epic!! I knew there had to be more to just choosing any roof top. Honestly, glad it was yours! Now we know that you have such an epic studios for meet ups and whatnots!! I cannot wait to visit one day!!!
Bro, I have been watching and subscribed to you since you had 40K subscribers and I just realized you are now at 586K subscribers!! I guess I never realized because I just always enjoyed and looked forward to seeing your videos. Where has all the time gone?! Congratulations on all the success and your new studio. I still look forward to your video's and hopefully, sooner than later, I will get a chance to see everything during a meet up. Keep up the great work.
This is just great & well deserved for you Norm! Really looking forward to seeing all the new adventures and events that are planned or performed in your new space! Congrats!
Thank you!!
When I fist saw the title, I thought aw Norm has stayed in one of those fancy grandping sites on an urban building which have been popular lately but it turned out you made your own castle in Akihabara! Can’t wait to see your interesting videos coming up from the studio!😆✨
Found it!! Had to search a little this time lol
And yea~ this is the most extreme Glamping site yet!! Haha
Probably won’t be many videos in the studio though 😊
Congratulations Norm on your new venture and for bringing Japan in all its wonder to the people on You Tube. Glad to see you are "moving on up" both in the sky and in your media.
mate i love these videos so much
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I quite liked this video because it’s not something that you’d think you would do in Tokyo, urban camping. I love that you explained that some prefectures have different rules and it would be best to find out beforehand. Also the twist but it turns out it was your office roof was not expecting that. Great video, keep it up, I’m just been watching all of them❤
That seems like a fun adventure, especially in such a big city.
Congratulations on your new studio space! The fact that you showed me your stash from the Tiniest shop in Akihabara including the cash drawer is why I am devoted to Tokyo Lens. Have a great week ahead, Norm.
Love the arrival of the suspiciously convenient hammock
Hahaha all about that suspicion haha
@@TokyoLens I really should have gone with a "no one expects the..." reference there
Congratulations on the studio space. It's so fantastic that you have this space to work and create. If you're doing what I think I you might be doing with all of those pieces of Mr. Shimayamas shop, that makes me even more excited to see what you have coming up. This is a wonderful oppertunity and I'm glad that you've managed to achieve such an amazing goal!
I'm so excited for you! Congratulations on the studio space and being so established that you can make all the things you wished you had when you first got to Japan and reality ^_^
Everything I've seen on this channel for months has been very inspiring. Quickly becoming some of my favorite content on TH-cam!
In the first 30 seconds I thought I bet he grabs the hammock 🤣 looks like so much fun Norm!
Planning on a trip next year if possible so would love to come visit you at The Next Stage 🙏🏻
Hahahaha you know all too well!
I just had my interest in Japan renewed after your recent video, and this one got recommended to me a few minutes later. I’m from a rural area, and I’ve always found it so cool that cities are never truly dark, there’s always something going on. Also made me want to go camping again soon.
Again my heart is still broken but again Norm comes in with a video that reminds me that there's so much more out there in the world and I need to focus on getting to that. Thank you.
>Also, Need more Boso content :3
I’m so happy you saved a piece of history by having the piece of the smallest shop in your studio. Bless you for that! Rooftop camping sounds interesting.
I’m so glad I could too 😊
Thanks so much~
Loving the videos as usual, exploring Japan one at a time! Hopefully I can collab with you in the future!
very late to this, but congrats norm! ive been binging your videos over the last couple months in no particular order. you have inspired me to forget about all the tourist traps when i go to japan and explore! i love hiking in the US and would have probably never even pieced together that i can hike in japan too. people just get so caught up on the cities and the famous attractions that they miss some of the true beauty japan has to offer. ive already got 5 or so videos of hidden places and hikes youve shown us that i cannot miss on. thank you norm, keep up all the amazing work
Big benefit of camping in the city: No Bears! 🐻🔔😄
Hahaha no excitement
No bears, but Godzilla risks increase in the city 😱😆
@@becks5867 well only in Shinjuku if you're near the Gracery Hotel 😄
Hi Norm. This is the first time I’ve seen camping on a rooftop 🤔😘🫰☕️ I don’t think we can do that in my country 🤔🤷♀️🇩🇰
Rooftops are just something different. But Camping on them after a trip from rooftop to rooftop… definetly something to add Tommy bucketlist.
This is cool
Was fun too
Your new studio is huge ! It has lots of potential, can’t wait to see what you do with it !
Can I just say how insanely proud I am of you Norm?!?! This is so exciting, such an awesome step! You've been making such amazing moves and growing so much. Its so wonderful to get to watch. Thank you so much for bringing all of us on this epic journey of life with you. As someone who is stuck in a small town, in BC Canada, with little to no skills to get out, barely getting by and a dream of one day traveling (since I've never been out of Canada in my almost 34 years of life) this is amazing to watch. Again, insanely friggin proud of you!! I wish you all the best on this new chapter and cant wait to see where it takes you next! :D
You’re living the life, studio in Akiba. I just wanted to congratulate you for being a really cool dude for a studio for you and other people
From serene forests to captivating vista's you are always showing new. Glad you shared this unique perspective for us Norm.
The sky makes it feel like you are inside an enormous building. It’s so damn cool!
Honestly low-key gonna have this on my bucket list, specially if a friend tags along. Just sounds like the perfect vibe to relax and talk about mondane things
Your happiness makes me happy, please keep doing what you love!
Woot woot trifecta squad! What an amazing space in Akihabara! That’s so exciting that you won’t have to deal with booking spaces for Shamisen performances anymore!! Makes sense why you’re so busy in Tokyo right now!! If you need a hand to help out with preparing anything would love to be able to help out! 😻
I've never thought of the words rooftop and camping together, especially in Tokyo
In hindsight, it would fulfil my nightlife view aesthetic desire!
this setting change from rural to urban in a new experience for me
The positivity in this video is absolutely infectious as always :) I'm so happy for your studio dude!! And this is the very best video I've ever seen on glamping lol I'd have thought that would be completely illegal!
Congratulations on the studio! So exciting!!
I started watching your videos for just over a year now and I'm extremely stoked for what there is to come! It's crazy how far you've come but then again, every video mesmerizes your audience. Best of luck!
wooo hooo!
i'm super pumped up for you man! huge props to you and all the best on the new chapter!
THE NEXT STAGE 🔼⏫▶ LET'S GO. Norm I'm really excited for you, and all of us viewers. Also, more urban camping please !!! 💚💙💖
So many exciting announcements recently, looking forward to seeing it all unfold! Honestly though, at this point I'm wondering how you manage to keep all these different balls in the air, you have so much stuff going on. It's extremely inspirational, but also somewhat intimidating since I have many goals and dreams of myself that I would love to chase, but feel unable to because of life and responsibilities. Happy that you are sharing your journeys with us and let us live vicariously through you!
Yesss! The underrated rooftop experience 🌃 People don’t get how much a vibe these can be, just lying up there overnight, maybe even falling asleep looking at the stars 🌌
Congratulations! Thats an awesome space I'm sure you'll make great use of!
Your videos have been so vicariously enjoyable. Like many, I had a trip booked to Japan with some university friends.... then COVID hit. It's always been my dream to go to Japan and it was devastating to miss out. So thank you for your videos- they more than softened the blow of missing out and have offered some education for my future trip! Much love from a fellow Canadian!
The studio looks amazing! Especially the shamisen corner, can't wait for more shamisen content
I'e had so much joy from going back and watching all the videos, thank you for giving us looks from Japan!
What an incredible studio, really happy for you!
Really happy for you , it’s awesome you have built your dreams in Japan.
Japan is one of the most beautiful countries I have ever seen ❤
Congrats on the the new studio, in Akihabara! Also super cool rooftop camping experience, didn''t know that was even possible!
Good to see the rooftop’s BACK!!!!!😬🏙🌃
Congrats on the new office!!!
NORM U GOTTA DO A VID ON THE BIKERS!!! .??
I am so happy you have grown so much and you have your own studio! Your energy is infectious and it's easy to tell your emotions are so genuine. I'm excited to see what the future holds for you!
Norm, your videos are the best. Sometimes I miss an upload or two of what you post. But then, there is always the treat of going back, digging in to your older content. 🤗
Last August when I got covid and had to isolate from work and family, I found your chanel! And I watched every single one within the 10 days. And have been watching ever since!
So happy for you Norm! Can’t wait to see what you turn the space into…please share the journey!
Really surprised with being able to see the stars with the light pollution! Congratulations on the new studio. That old school cash register is dope! Can't wait to see the new plan for the stuff you got from the shop owner.
I've never went camping in my life but now I wanna try it even if it is in my own rooftop just to start... and that hammock was looking SO comfy!! Congratulations on the new place!
Honestly, one of my favourite creators on this website, the thing you scream more then anything is Passion. Love to see the new space and enjoy seeing what your do with it :)
It's funny I didn't realize that I never finished this video (I started it while working one day) and then recognized the patch of grass in your flight video! I INSTANTLY came back here to see if I had missed something and sure enough like half a video. Cheers. The space is so cool! Can't wait to see what you do with it.
I'm so excited for you!
I can't wait to see all your progress!
I’m rewatching these, and loving them all the same, just wonderful stuff. And, I want that t-shirt!
those are views you seriously cannot beat! Absolutely beautiful dude! thank you for giving us the possibility of living vicariously through you with these videos!
Norm! I’m a long time watcher but first time commenter but I gotta say I feel so proud of you!!? You’re absolutely smashing life all the time and this is such an exciting next stage for you. I’m forever living vicariously through you so can’t wait to see what you do next! 😁❤️
That’s so kind of you~
Thank you so much for that!
Genuinely grateful and happy to have you here!
Glad I can bring you along for the ride!
Thanks for leaving a comment today!
@@TokyoLens Ah! I only just saw that you replied to this! Thanks so much Norm this made my day! Can't wait to join you on the rest of your adventures 😊
So happy for you in your next adventures with your new studio, and I definitely enjoy my Sunday mornings virtually hanging out with you on your adventures (based in Toronto).
Congrats on the new space Norm! That's awesome, maybe when I get to visit next (fingers crossed for 2023) and am around Aki I will pass you on the street and can say hello or something with you working from there a bit more. Looking forward to seeing the rest of what's to come this year. Stay safe and stay healthy.
Congrats on the studio! Can't wait to see what happens next! And gotta say... that's a fantastic floral shirt! 😍🌺🌼🍀
I love the excitement about your space as a collaborative place for lots of people to come. To make it a sort of hub. Reminds me of my feelings when I first got my first apartment, and it has honestly stayed that way. I love hosting.
Rooftop camping is such an amazing idea! The fact. you have that little space to be able to go out and just stare at the sky must be great for mental resets on a tough work day.
I also love the idea of a collaborative space as well. A real like community hub sort of thing. Look forward to seeing some videos in the future when you do do that!
Dude, I've been going through your playlists and the more we learn about you over these four years is really touching. You're a rare gem Sir, I cannot gush enough about you buying up a chunk of that guys little shop, that was incredibly sweet. Being gifted his cash register was just mind blowing, that is an insane conversation piece full of stories and history. To think he was just gona trash it :o
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Urban camping on the rooftops, now that's an interesting experience for sure. I do like camping in outdoors for the peace and serenity it offers but to camp on the roof while listening cars and people going around doing their thing in the night sounds like interesting experience.
I rarely comment on youtube due to how quickly it gets buried by other posts but been following you for a while and just gotta say how much I love your adventures and evolution as a creator and even a person! Can't help but say how proud I feel for you if that's the right word. Since joining tiktok shortly and even seeying you interact with everyone, makes it so much nicer of an experience! Will be in Japan next year if all goes to plan with projects on my own and many places I'll visit is because of your videos! Thank you for everything and just wanna say, you are awesome!
Raine
Thanks so much 😊
Quickly buried or not, I check and read every comment and love that you took the time to leave this. I hope that all does go to plan and I’d love to hear an update when that happens! Or… any time really lol~
Thank you so much again for your kind comment, and have a great day!