48 Hours in Asakusa, Tokyo | 6 Things To Do

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  • @AbroadinJapan
    @AbroadinJapan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3955

    NOTIFICATION SQUAD: Are you ready for Ryotaro and his hidden jam?!
    I'm not.

    • @ebie
      @ebie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I AM INCREDIBLY READY

    • @yom35
      @yom35 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yes!!!

    • @studioespxr
      @studioespxr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      This is the earliest I've ever been. So exciting!

    • @sparshbansal7386
      @sparshbansal7386 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello there Chris, How are you doing?

    • @darkwingduck7247
      @darkwingduck7247 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @SpongeBob wow 😍

  • @whatthedogdoin95
    @whatthedogdoin95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1555

    Chris: "After 5 years, we've finally figured it out."
    *messes it up 2min later eating dessert*

    • @spinnie0
      @spinnie0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Hahaha came here for this comment, noticed that as well.

    • @thelostmessenger
      @thelostmessenger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@spinnie0 same haha

    • @MedievalSolutions
      @MedievalSolutions 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah but they remembered the next day! That by itself is progress... maybe

    • @diobrando666
      @diobrando666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmao

  • @ivegotajousyaccent99
    @ivegotajousyaccent99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2144

    Ryotaro's neverending sarcasm and Natsuki's shenanigans always bring a smile to my face. Love this channel.

    • @googleaccountNr
      @googleaccountNr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      *Risottoro

    • @graymatter242
      @graymatter242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      I feel like Ryotaro over time learned to match Chris's sarcasm and it kind of works. Although sometimes I feel Chris comes off a little too harsh despite them being pals.

    • @hellno6914
      @hellno6914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Ryotaro was the rare specimen Japanese person who can unlock sarcasm

    • @nobitanobi3475
      @nobitanobi3475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@graymatter242 Chris isn't that harsh tho .. if this is harsh My friend group was bullying each other this whole time . Yeah sure he is sarcastic, but Risottoro is his friend and they are both accustomed to each other.

    • @Shvabicu
      @Shvabicu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I love the banter between them. They're always bullshitting each other

  • @Oslang
    @Oslang 2 ปีที่แล้ว +507

    Chris to Ryotaro : "You f-in donkey!"
    Chris to Natsuki : "Oh dear oh dear gorgeous"

    • @KirbyVanPelt
      @KirbyVanPelt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Literally, **chef's kiss**

  • @Ryan1993uk
    @Ryan1993uk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +434

    watching these makes me wanna visit new places so bad

  • @deaddead698
    @deaddead698 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6761

    Can we get a series where Natsuki drags you along a whole entire trip that he planned himself and do whatever he wants without saying no

    • @deaddead698
      @deaddead698 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      @Not RickRoll 👇 thanks for the soap fam

    • @AbroadinJapan
      @AbroadinJapan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3584

      I want to say yes.
      But no.

    • @marcelbernardo3302
      @marcelbernardo3302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +749

      Half of the itinerary will be smoke breaks

    • @zangetsu6996
      @zangetsu6996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +142

      @@AbroadinJapan you should consider it, people would really enjoy a vid like that

    • @dumbbellenjoyer
      @dumbbellenjoyer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      @@AbroadinJapan can you replace Ryotaro in this scenario like last time he made you climb a cliff by a chain

  • @PearlescentMoon
    @PearlescentMoon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1433

    Alex is me while eating. Very relatable, I love it. :')

    • @sampo2949
      @sampo2949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      didn’t expect to see you here

    • @sypnopsis5946
      @sypnopsis5946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      didn’t expect to see you here.

    • @Tiakreiss
      @Tiakreiss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hey Pearl 👋

    • @austinadams4203
      @austinadams4203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Found another place for Scar to build

    • @PlzTouchSomeGrass
      @PlzTouchSomeGrass 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Didn’t expect to see you here

  • @Leila2023_
    @Leila2023_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Honestly, i find Ryotaro hilarious. That conversation about how he eats his shaved ice was the best!

  • @NadaHarmonia
    @NadaHarmonia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I always love when you interact with who is behind the camera, makes the journey more than our lovable british man and our guest of the week, we get to have a 3 person dynamic rather than a 2 person one

  • @gregpastuszko6207
    @gregpastuszko6207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +273

    I love how Chris thoroughly researches his source material for his videos, such as when he combs through old family albums to find childhood photos of Ryotaro.

  • @AlexLeeFilms
    @AlexLeeFilms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2122

    Eating with these guys had my anxiety level up. Taking in members to whoever wants to join my Slow Eaters Club! ✋✋

    • @ninailagoods7519
      @ninailagoods7519 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      i feel your pain alex...-fellow slow eater (probably slower than you):)

    • @koloblicin4599
      @koloblicin4599 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      As one would. Very brave of you to sit so close to Chris while he was feeding :P

    • @aleksiskin
      @aleksiskin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I feel your pain as a slow eater also named Alex

    • @HishighnessMrL
      @HishighnessMrL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Was the kid who always ended up alone at the tables whenever we had meals at camps cause of how slow I ate, so yea kinda a veteran member of the club :')

    • @mohamadjalil4276
      @mohamadjalil4276 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Makan perlahan-perlahan lebih bagus dari makan terlalu pantas👍❤️greetings from upstate NY

  • @CHITUS
    @CHITUS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Ryotaro can open a “Hidden Jam” company with a slogan of “More strawberry than strawberry”. 😆🍓🍓

    • @mariposa2221
      @mariposa2221 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😹👍) Ryotaro the best!) 😻

    • @CS-eq7ki
      @CS-eq7ki 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Actually, "more xfruit than xfruit" is a common Japanese saying and other companies use it already. It just means an intense, concentrated taste that captures the essence of the fruit. I was surprised that Chris missed that bc he is generally good with Japanese cultural /linguistic references.

  • @kiddcamo597
    @kiddcamo597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +273

    I love the subtle filming techniques that Chris keeps using. blurring shots for a fraction before panning into them, panning in different directions every shot, and getting shots that have multiple focal points in them. Idk im not a filmmaker but I can tell this channel keeps improving on its (already solid) techniques. Keep it up Chris!

    • @Jordan-inJapan
      @Jordan-inJapan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Oh yeah, Chris has serious skills.
      I catch myself taking mental notes every time I watch one of his (recent) videos.

    • @NectarineSoup
      @NectarineSoup 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Don't you mean Alex?! I mean she's in the video!

    • @SherrifOfNottingham
      @SherrifOfNottingham ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@NectarineSoup it's almost disrespectful that he names all the cinematography tricks being used and then credits them to Chris even though this is one of the few videos where we actually get to see and meet the cinematographer. Chris even calls her the "Top Cinematographer" in the video so he's outright admitting that the things being praised here are ALL Alex Lee. We get to see Chris manning the camera inside the onsen and we can clearly see that his skills are noticeably lacking compared to hers.

  • @SortoaThePenguin
    @SortoaThePenguin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +659

    There is just something about Chris uploading a new video that gives me a huge amount of joy. It's like catching up again with a very old friend, and I have never even met him. I appreciate him so much for his years of top quality content, and the ability to grow up alongside one of the best TH-camrs the site has and will ever know is something that I cherish.

  • @AmbivalenceIX
    @AmbivalenceIX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1663

    Chris: mocks Ryotaro for saying “Hidden jam”
    Me: Yeah, okay mister “crows and cons”.

    • @AxxLAfriku
      @AxxLAfriku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OH NOOOOOOOO!!! I have two girlfriends, but very few people on YT are happy for my relationship success. They disl*ke all of the videos I make with my 2 girlfriends. Please be kind, dear da

    • @doop4wow540
      @doop4wow540 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AxxLAfriku hay ^/÷@ loop

    • @robro2099
      @robro2099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@AxxLAfriku ?

    • @ichinichi3
      @ichinichi3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@AxxLAfriku 🤨

    • @MarsLonsen
      @MarsLonsen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      @@AxxLAfriku too much volcano, man!

  • @RowanWilde
    @RowanWilde ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Chris, you've cost me $8000! (But happily so)
    For many years I've been watching your awesome content and my daughter has been watching along with me. She particularly loves this Asakusa video.
    When my daughter turned 5 she asked me if we could go to Japan for her 6th birthday, not thinking she was serious I casually said 'sure, why not'. Honestly I thought she'd forget about it all - but did she? Heck no!
    Anyway, her birthday is in January 2023 and we are booked to go to Japan for nearly a month. We're even staying a few nights in the same Ryokan as in this video and we have managed to find the same dessert place - my daughter, Charlotte, is desperate to eat the shaved ice and the blue Hawaiian drink you guys have.
    So, you've cost me $8K in flights but it's with a smile on my face I'm saying that. Thanks for all your wonderful TH-cam and Podcast content, can't wait to be back in Japan in just a few short months from now. Cheers, Rowan

    • @Yuvraj.
      @Yuvraj. 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Loved reading this story! Hope you can find your way back to Japan again!

  • @Fadamor
    @Fadamor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    2:55 The Asahi Headquarters building really was built to emulate a mug of beer, but Ryotoro skipped mentioning the more (in)famous part of that complex which is partially visible to just to the right - the "Flamme d'Or" - known colloquially as "The Golden Turd". The architect intended the structure to be a golden flame representing the spirit of the Asahi Brewery workers. If you take a Sumida River boat tour, it will take you right by both buildings as well as give a great view of the Tokyo Skytree.

  • @ThSinis
    @ThSinis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Calling out Alex for enjoying her meal was the cutest most genuine moment that usually end up in making of, or omitted but ended up in the video and I loved that

    • @gruntlord6
      @gruntlord6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I love how she also laughed in the sweets part when shes normally entirely silent

  • @InvisibleJiuJitsu
    @InvisibleJiuJitsu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    more strawberry than strawberry is another reference to bladerunner... "more human than human". Deep cut there ryotaro

    • @SuperiorAutocraft
      @SuperiorAutocraft 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hah, came here to post this.

    • @SystemBD
      @SystemBD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And to think that it has been 39(!) years since this film was released and it is still relevant.

    • @bellicose4653
      @bellicose4653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup I came to say the same.

  • @aquarocket8165
    @aquarocket8165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I can't believe Ryotaro just dropped the bombshell that he has a 6 year old kid.
    On another note amazing video.

    • @ahumanmerelybeing
      @ahumanmerelybeing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was just wondering if that was something he'd talked about before. Or was he talking about a hypothetical 6-year-old child?

  • @salvadormatos9257
    @salvadormatos9257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ryotaro is so fun to watch lol
    he's just really enthusiastic and happy

  • @TheDuccky
    @TheDuccky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    I understood so much just by “it’s more strawberry than strawberry” than Chris’ eloquently spoken descriptions.

  • @taetae-ed9vo
    @taetae-ed9vo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    Legend has it that under the dark gritty underground of Asakusa, Alex is still finishing her plate of yakisoba.

    • @tishamorgan8388
      @tishamorgan8388 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Poor Alex! I felt sorry for her trying to keep up with those two lol

  • @audioxix
    @audioxix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    13:00 - The onsen manager just creeping about is hilarious, he's like, oops, don't mind me, just going to slide back out of your b-roll shot, as you where chaps 😂

  • @GamersInHellOnYt
    @GamersInHellOnYt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its amazing how many people share an umbrella....

  • @patrycjawrobel5444
    @patrycjawrobel5444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    Ryotaro and his hidden jams are the essence.

    • @rayyanali4471
      @rayyanali4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Essence of Hidden Jam: grabs a jar of Jam from his coat pocket and shoves the entire contents down opponents throat

  • @soundlyawake
    @soundlyawake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +260

    I love Ryotaro

  • @muddymallow80
    @muddymallow80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love how the traditional Japanese breakfast looked healthy and fresh and fancy and here I am in America eating a stack of sugar, flour, and butter covered in strawberries and syrup. I'd love to have traditional Japanese breakfast everyday but I don't think I could ever give up dessert for breakfast! Once again awesome video!

  • @paradise7564
    @paradise7564 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have missed Seeing Ryotaro! To be honest he's my favourite right after Chris. So glad to see him back

    • @ahumanmerelybeing
      @ahumanmerelybeing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My favorite too! Him and Chris exploring beautiful places while bickering is the recipe for a perfect video.

    • @paradise7564
      @paradise7564 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ahumanmerelybeing 💚💚 I swear I feel like I only live to see them together

  • @LonelySandwich
    @LonelySandwich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +733

    Ryotaro: Hidden Gem
    Chris: HiDdEn Jam?!

    • @maruwan-dono
      @maruwan-dono 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Uncle roger alert.. when he says jam

    • @stickman9726
      @stickman9726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey ur back Evil and some other dude took over you in the comments in the past few months

    • @ultraluxeest1991
      @ultraluxeest1991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh is that how people get likes these days? Just type something that was said in the video. Original.

    • @trent2kg813
      @trent2kg813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He did say jam tho…

    • @Ishikawa745
      @Ishikawa745 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love how it says (Translate to English ) and just ads up space between the word and exclamation and Question mark

  • @lissaguillet3754
    @lissaguillet3754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    When we were in Japan 3 years ago, we ended our stay in this exact ryokan. It was beautiful and surprisingly affordable, even during the Sanja Mitsuri. And the street food going on during the mitsuri was just crazy and everywhere and so so so good. Highly recommend.

  • @bengraven
    @bengraven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love the gritty roughy around the edges places. The historical meets modern by way of neon and grime. Love it.

  • @Stanzafly
    @Stanzafly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I just want to say that I really love it when people acknowledge the person behind the camera! It's not only humbling, but oftentimes the camera person is interesting too. :]

  • @Squalldane
    @Squalldane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    Chris: Ryotoro is my worst enemy.
    Also Chris: does multiple collabs featuring him.

    • @putrijoyceirawati2638
      @putrijoyceirawati2638 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      You know the saying "Keep your friends close, and your assassins closer" lol!

  • @BIDMIM
    @BIDMIM 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can't believe I'm *moving* here on Sunday. I'm so excited!

  • @IMadeOfClay
    @IMadeOfClay 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Welcome back Ryotaro. Please invite him more often! He's a cool dude.

  • @Tango_November
    @Tango_November 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    “We finally sat the right way round”
    *cuts to next shot*
    *sitting wrong way and bumping arms*
    Never change

    • @mfaizsyahmi
      @mfaizsyahmi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did you see the "PREVIOUSLY ON ABROAD IN JAPAN" label at the bottom?

    • @StealthXD1
      @StealthXD1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@mfaizsyahmi I think he is referring to when it cut to them eating the ice cream & shaved ice and they're bumping arms again.

  • @trevorjohnston777
    @trevorjohnston777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ryotaro has been missed, glad to see him back

  • @sekirk
    @sekirk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ‘It’s really hard to photograph’ said while standing in a beautifully framed shot

  • @chininininini
    @chininininini 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    My favorite part was how he refused to get in the onsen with Ryotaro but squeezed himself into a log bathtub with Joey

    • @theherooffire007
      @theherooffire007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To be fair, Rissotoro was butt naked in there, (I think), whereas Joey wasnt. That said... They _have_ gotten in an Onsen naked together before in another video, so yeah. Maybe he wasn't feeling like it after Ryotaro's shaved ice comment.

  • @fullmetalval6380
    @fullmetalval6380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +305

    Chris and Ryotaro eating Yakisoba: "We finally sat on the correct side"
    Chris and Ryotaro eating their sweets: *Wipes that from their memory*
    Chris and Ryotaro eating breakfast: "Oh right, we sat on the correct side before"

    • @Sevier7777
      @Sevier7777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Haha yeah ikr I was like ok guys you forgot already

    • @TheSovil98
      @TheSovil98 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you know where is it? what is the address?

  • @kylynbailey762
    @kylynbailey762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You're such a fun TH-cam to watch and, brush off the hate so easy make sure to take mental health breaks. You're amazing and keep making these amazing videos

  • @speedyjustice4u
    @speedyjustice4u 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryotaro smug and smirk face is iconic it actually refreshing to see thise again in one of your videos 😄

  • @sidviscus
    @sidviscus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    Ryotoro: *simply exists
    Chris: Ryotoro ruined everything.

    • @-TK-
      @-TK- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's his fault for cumming on icecream..

  • @ilsehelena12
    @ilsehelena12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Yay, Ryotaro's back! I've missed him

  • @annep5102
    @annep5102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was in Asakusa a few years ago, and this vid made me miss Japan immensely. I can't wait to go back again some day

  • @jacrow5735
    @jacrow5735 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the lofi beats in the background of this video are impeccable

  • @Yliari1
    @Yliari1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Talking about how they FINALLY perfected eating being opposite hand dominant. Only to go for dessert and immediately reverting to old habits... Nice one guys

  • @Raszero
    @Raszero 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The shot at 4:56 is Godly, love the water dissipating the signage

    • @AngelxVillian
      @AngelxVillian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I randomly stopped the video and saw your comment , my video stopped at 4:56

  • @Ocarafeio
    @Ocarafeio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Week after week you prove to me why you are my favorite TH-cam channel.

  • @pontsuleinchen
    @pontsuleinchen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I was visiting Tokyo in 2017, my hostel was located in Asakusa and I loved to stay there, it felt so special and magical! Truly one of my fave districts in Tokyo ♥
    Can't wait to come back one day!

  • @tr1ck5h07
    @tr1ck5h07 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Alex caught on camera in Abroad in Japan! Love it!

  • @DAVIDSONson315
    @DAVIDSONson315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    "More Strawberry THAN Strawberry."
    - Fames Unknown Philosopher in the Reiwa Era.

    • @bellicose4653
      @bellicose4653 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a Blade Runner reference. Tyrell corporations motto is "More Human Than Human"

  • @Tulip-dp9wz
    @Tulip-dp9wz ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As an 22 y/o Jpanese girl, I used lived in Asakusa and i moved a lot in my life, but i feel like Asakusa is the best area to live

  • @plxyerone2418
    @plxyerone2418 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the tokyo sky tree looks like it's floating. That view is insane

  • @NostalgiaVivec
    @NostalgiaVivec 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Theres something about these videos thats comforting, time goes by super fast when watching the videos and it really feels like something more than a travel video. These videos not only make me want to go to Japan they make me want to go to hiden treasures across the country and do something more authentic than just the regular tourist stuff. Highest quality stuff on TH-cam and probably the best Japanese travel media outlet

  • @nicoledominguez5475
    @nicoledominguez5475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Ryotaro in the bath house looked like a NPC in a James bond game. 😂 Never a dull moment

  • @kristinee1025
    @kristinee1025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I liked his "More strawberry than strawberry" nod to Blade Runner.... I can't be the only one who felt that, right?

  • @o.g.bwoodwork
    @o.g.bwoodwork 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I must say Chris! I’ve been watching you for years and I think your content has only gotten better and better over time!
    Recently, I’ve been streaming your channel onto my main TV and the production quality and narrative is on par with what is usually on freeview. ( if not better)
    Keep smashing it mate and one day I hope to visit Japan thanks to your fantastic footage.

  • @tyranitararmaldo
    @tyranitararmaldo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    Ryotaro's perfect reciting of an airport greeting, with a slight sexual edge, followed up by Chris' "disappointment" comment. Comic genius. No voice breaks, despite how out-of-place it is, just perfectly smooth delivery.

  • @ringozan
    @ringozan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Ryotaro's "How 'luxury' is that?" always a music in my ears

  • @chiefbosn9731
    @chiefbosn9731 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your off the beaten trac episodes are some of your best episodes even with Ryotaro!

  • @sacul5709
    @sacul5709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The moment I see Ryotoro in a video I know its going to be gold.

  • @dointhebiz
    @dointhebiz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    Chris: "Rytoro's hidden jam" A sentence I never want to say again.
    Also Chris: proceeds to say hidden jam like 7 more times.

    • @jakedepwe6820
      @jakedepwe6820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that's a very Chris thing to do.

  • @eluzai
    @eluzai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +240

    We must protect Alex guys. She needs time to finish her noodles.

    • @alexdavis5766
      @alexdavis5766 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As a fellow Alex, I 100% agree

  • @terencefullick772
    @terencefullick772 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautifully filmed by Alex, definitely not the slowest eater, just the most stylish.

  • @craziijess007
    @craziijess007 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the district where I'll be staying for in two weeks time for a week! Very excited, thanks so much for this video!

  • @StealthXD1
    @StealthXD1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I always appreciate those rare times when we get to see the talented individuals behind the camera that help make these videos possible.

  • @T4ZSK1
    @T4ZSK1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Ryotaro: *Breathes*
    Chris: "My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined."

  • @kaikai52720
    @kaikai52720 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got lost in Asakusa when I was 14 with a few of my schoolmates. It's one of my best memories. It was so exciting. We ended up hanging out at a park around the corner from the temple. Luckily we found our way back to our class's meeting site before anyone realized that we were missing.

  • @ROOKIE1420
    @ROOKIE1420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Asakusa at night hits different. Less to no tourist. Although most of the shops are close the vibe is something.

  • @dowfreak7
    @dowfreak7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Gotta say, this channel always delivers on the "vibe" of the places visited. It doesn't just feel like you watch a sweeping camera shot of an obvious tourist spot, while someone monotonously lists why it's so great.
    It feels alive and real, creates a real longing for just visiting and both Chris and Ryotaro feel so down-to-earth, too. There's neither too much, nor too little focus on the humor or the places; it's just a well-balanced, enjoyable video.

    • @HishighnessMrL
      @HishighnessMrL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely agree and the cinematography is top notch

  • @BeerdyBruceLeeCentral
    @BeerdyBruceLeeCentral 2 ปีที่แล้ว +709

    Confucius say, never eat shady risottoro.

    • @anegwa
      @anegwa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Shady risottoro actually sounds nice to me

  • @air_w0lf766
    @air_w0lf766 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man! I really love Chris and Ryotaro tandem, gives me a big smile to my face.
    Also, it would be a dream if they include Natsuki and Connor together.

  • @Vugen18
    @Vugen18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryotaro!!!! I missed u guys together!

  • @marcosfidelis4171
    @marcosfidelis4171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    8:34 Chris says "crikey that's sweet", Joey has made great progress in the counter-colonization of an englishman

  • @SmackcrackIV
    @SmackcrackIV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I couldn’t shake the feeling of familiarity when i saw the inn from outside and then the rooms. Well, turns out my friends and i stayed in that exact inn 2 years ago. Was the best sleep i had in the entire trip, loved their futons! Wasn’t really expensive either if you were sharing a room.

  • @eamonfire
    @eamonfire 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chris, you have no idea how much pleasure your videos are providing to someone going through a hard time. Keep em coming!

  • @Ion_D12
    @Ion_D12 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They finally sat on the right side. They acknowledge it and laugh about it
    AND ON THE NEXT SCENE THEY ARE SITTING ON THE WRONG SIDE xD
    You really made me laugh and thank you very much for that!!

  • @seraphicwarrior
    @seraphicwarrior 2 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Just watched Sharmeleon's latest video and now Chris uploads one, Today is a good day!

    • @CChissel
      @CChissel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @Mujaahid Arian make sure to report them, I can’t stand these bots, need to be deleted.

    • @Killem911
      @Killem911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here @Seraphic

    • @PeaZ
      @PeaZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SAME

  • @HughRaine
    @HughRaine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Asakusa was the first place we visited in 2007. It was touted as being a bit of a dive by the guidebooks but we liked it a lot!

  • @Almostskilled
    @Almostskilled 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My love for the Japanese culture, and the country overall, has grown over the past few years, and it's 110% on my bucket list, to visit the place in the future, and hopefully, learn the language beforehand. Absolutely love your content.

  • @KarimaHorton
    @KarimaHorton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    When I get to go to Japan one day, this is exactly what I want my trip to be like. Relaxed, good food, and lots of places to explore.

  • @DavorBa
    @DavorBa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    Ryotaro: mispronounces "gem"
    Chris: "So you have chosen death"

  • @zurreal8087
    @zurreal8087 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryotarou and Natsuki are such fantastic personalities to have for an entertainment channel. This broad is lucky to have access to them.

  • @Deb_Eternity
    @Deb_Eternity 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The view at 7:43 is such a beautiful shot. I'm not exactly sure why but, I love it!

  • @awkwardsilence4427
    @awkwardsilence4427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I like how they made such a point about _finally_ sitting on the correct side when eating…and then go right back to the wrong sides come dessert time.

  • @extractkun5911
    @extractkun5911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Bro it's honestly inspiring that you still make informational videos, after all these years you can still make the same format of videos and make them feel new and fresh lmao great work man keep it up~!

  • @FriedEggsWithChips
    @FriedEggsWithChips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is easily my favourite episode so far, the temple is beautiful but that underground cyberpunk street looked incredible.

  • @OwensShadow276
    @OwensShadow276 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I cannot put into words how great this episode is and how much I enjoyed it and just appreciate all the amazing camera work and editing. I love this channel! 😍❤

  • @SoulMadnessYT
    @SoulMadnessYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +466

    Love your stuff mate!

  • @ellobo602
    @ellobo602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Cool to see alex being involved, love to see community, cast and crew involved!

  • @sonofsarek
    @sonofsarek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The comedy/jokes are A+.

  • @xyanide1986
    @xyanide1986 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd argue that the best Asakusa view is from that Asahi building. That glass top is actually a bar with an amazing view and it's not very crowded.

  • @postmalonestoes1080
    @postmalonestoes1080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    6:20 Chris has literally won an award for his drip.

    • @UllerAres
      @UllerAres 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Or rather his lack of drip

  • @lucianoarrieta5786
    @lucianoarrieta5786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This video is the perfect example of why I like your videos so much; it’s funny, interesting and always a source of good ideas for when I first go to Japan…
    Thank you Chris!😊

  • @somebodythatiusetoknow2027
    @somebodythatiusetoknow2027 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the night scene of the temple and shaving ice cream

  • @JeffDrennen
    @JeffDrennen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well, hidden jam is always good with some hidden cracks and tea. 😄😁😄

  • @tranhien3482
    @tranhien3482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love this duo the best. I feel like whenever youre out with ryotaro, the way you present things is more informative and cultural bound. Which i appreciate a lot.

  • @MrRookitty
    @MrRookitty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +398

    The day Chris complements Ryotaro is the day when pigs fly.