Japan Travel Guide ★ Airbnb: PROS, CONS, and TIPS

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  • @Justducki426
    @Justducki426 ปีที่แล้ว +642

    Me with no plans of traveling anytime soon: mhm yes I see

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +82

      Haha take notes and become an expert without every planning a trip!

    • @Justducki426
      @Justducki426 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I just love your content so much ❤ makes me feel like I’m there without ever stepping foot in Japan

    • @inge6280
      @inge6280 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same 😂

    • @miguelenriquebeltre8882
      @miguelenriquebeltre8882 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same! That’s how good Martina’s videos are!

    • @nightfarry
      @nightfarry ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@KingKogi 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😮😮😮

  • @hellofromspace
    @hellofromspace ปีที่แล้ว +390

    Is it just me or is Martina looking extra bright and pretty as of late?? 😮 Loving the hair, makeup and outfit for this video too!!!

    • @DaydreamingofMimi
      @DaydreamingofMimi ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Nah, she's always been rlly pretty

    • @sucheng
      @sucheng ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I completely agree!!! She looks extra radiant and pretty!!

  • @RIXRADvidz
    @RIXRADvidz ปีที่แล้ว +146

    my grandsons and their mom and dad are traveling to Japan soon as the ''Senior Trip'' for our eldest grandson. I"m going to turn their mom on to your videos so she can see what she's up against planning the trip. She's really good at it, they're going to have a great time. Thanks Martina aka King Kogi for freely sharing your Knowledge.

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Sounds like the greatest Senior Trip ever! Wow! yes, please send her on over my way. Maybe they can enjoy the Tokyo Tours segments as well. And I'm so happy to share all this info in my brain, while my brain is still fresh haha!

    • @lolitarodoes
      @lolitarodoes ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Martina and Amy Crabtree (Cakes with Faces) are my two favorites when it comes to travel advice to Japan. I used All of Matina's advice and I bought the CWF travel guide, it was so helpful!

  • @nandojkcolas
    @nandojkcolas ปีที่แล้ว +104

    My host contacted me after the first day to tell me that the room I already paid for, was no longer available to rent because it lapsed too many days for the year per the Minpaku Law. They emailed me off platform asking me to cancel my Airbnb reservation, and to book "offline" with their rental company directly. This turned into a nightmare since they told me not to tell Airbnb because they knew they were violating the terms of service. Of course I told Airbnb because I didn't want any trouble. It took them a whole day to have the host resentfully tell me that I could stay with the existing reservation, so much for exceeding the days per the law. Anyway, I was staying for a whole week and was so uncomfortable, that I only left the room to go to the conbini for dinner, and didn't get to do half my trip. It was the worst experience I've ever had, and I've stayed with other hosts in Japan and they have been fine, but this was just ridiculous. The listing was made to look like it was being rented by a kind gentlemen, but it was managed by a corporation called Pipi Hosting, so if you make your reservation, and they ask you to verify your passport and its through the Pipi website, cancel your reservation immediately! I asked for a refund since my trip was ruined, but neither the host nor Airbnb would offer any refund.

    • @denniswhite1399
      @denniswhite1399 ปีที่แล้ว

      So sorry I would not rent this way again hotels every time

    • @MTCDiana
      @MTCDiana ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol snitch

    • @denniswhite1399
      @denniswhite1399 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MTCDiana ?

    • @nandojkcolas
      @nandojkcolas ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MTCDiana Yeah if the hosts are gonna be shady and try and get some benefits out of me cancelling my reservation, of course I'm gonna snitch, and I'll wear the stitches proudly rather than getting roped up in some scam.

    • @KKohl
      @KKohl หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing

  • @KanpekiJan
    @KanpekiJan ปีที่แล้ว +30

    That first part about feeling like a part of the community reminded me of the first AirBnB I stayed at in Tokyo. Little place in a small backstreet neighborhood near Ikebukuro. There was this old lady always just relaxing, looking out her window in a nearby house, saying "Itterasshai" and "okaerinasai" with a big smile when we came and went. It was so sweet, bless her.

  • @zeeromeave
    @zeeromeave ปีที่แล้ว +171

    I’m gonna be in Japan for 13 hours (I’m just stopping by before a connecting flight) and I really wanna try to make the most of those 13 hours, could you do a “understanding the train system” video cuz I’ve never had to travel by train before and I’m a little intimidated by it (also I’ve been really loving your videos lately :))

    • @rhiannon9673
      @rhiannon9673 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      The TH-camr KemushiChan did a video back in 2019 called "FIRST 6 HOURS IN JAPAN" about how to make the most of the start of your trip or a short layover, assuming your layover is at the Narita airport. That could be worth checking out!

    • @PolarBear-rc4ks
      @PolarBear-rc4ks ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hope your trip is going/did go well!!!

  • @sacrefrenchie2132
    @sacrefrenchie2132 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    i've lived in Japan and travelled in Japan and unfortunately one of my worst apartment bookings was in Tokyo. There was a point where airbnbs in Tokyo were very difficult to get (I think legislation had just changed) and so we booked what seemed to be one of the "white apartments" like in the video as we had little choice. We needed space for three people and it was supposedly a double and a single bed in one room. We got there and it was essentially a ceiling, door and poor plumbing had been put into a glorified bike shed. It was tiny, the ceiling was made of sticky back plastic with fake wood panelling which fell down on our first night and it leaked on every side. We got out of their quickly and discovered hostels in Japan can actually be quite different to other countries. We found they often have lots of private rooms that are just very basic which was perfect for us! I can definitely recommend checking out basic hotels/hostels as we found it cost the same as our airbnb!

    • @MsStaceymichelle
      @MsStaceymichelle 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What Hostel you stayed at and where?

  • @giveemelle7862
    @giveemelle7862 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The bits about imagining a whole little life for yourself when staying somewhere new cracked me up, that's exactly how I am too when I travel 😂

  • @errorpaige
    @errorpaige ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I am leaving for Japan on Thursday! It's a three year postponed trip due to the personal-pan-pizza so I am jazzed to finally be going! 100000% needed to hear all these tips from ya!

  • @kuronekonyaa
    @kuronekonyaa ปีที่แล้ว +10

    @KingKogi, have you considered staying at a Minjuku?
    It's a third option not mentioned in the video. My preference when traveling in Japan is staying at a Minjuku, similar to a bed and breakfast. These are usually run by a local family and they provide meals for you that you can choose to opt out of, though I wouldn't, because home made Japanese food is delicious.
    Minjuku I've stayed at varied, with large ones that had a public bath area (you can also bathe privately in your room) line a hostel to places that felt like a converted family home.
    I would encourage anyone who wants to try interacting more with Japanese people to give this a chance. Last time I took my brother we stayed at one for two weeks, and we had a blast.

  • @karmaloe2688
    @karmaloe2688 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I would love a suggested neighborhood to stay in as a visitor. The out of area districts that are fun but you don’t know they exist. I would love to stay in a more residential area near transit to get into Tokyo and such. Thanks Martina, you always make gems… you are a gem

  • @OnePersonPast
    @OnePersonPast ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I went to Tokyo in 2019 and stayed in a Air b&b in Hatagaya which was the nicest area. It was very residential with local cafes and restaurants that were fantastic. Would 100% recommend over a hotel. Saved SO much money. It was definitely the first type, super basic but it was really cosy and comfortable. My 6”0 parter struggled in the shower but apart from that the bed was HUGE and severed it’s purpose of just being a base camp at night

  • @Karina-vl5vt
    @Karina-vl5vt ปีที่แล้ว +21

    As someone who has recently stopped eating meat and is working to give up eggs and dairy, I’d love to know what the vegetarian/vegan food options are like, if any. I come from a Japanese family and feel like directly subbing meat for tofu is such a giveaway for a more ‘Westernised’ (*cough* less authentic *cough, cough*) restaurant. Also, loved the vibe of this video! You seemed so relaxed and confident, I feel like you’re really coming into your own lately 🥰

  • @rafiboy05
    @rafiboy05 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    another thing to consider with Airbnb is that some if not most of them are unattended so you wouldn't be able to use the next day luggage delivery. I use this a lot when I visit Japan as I don't like the hassle of bring my luggage on the shinkansen or commuter trains when I'm changing from one prefecture to another. Luggage delivery basically is just sending your luggage to your next hotel, that hotel will accept your luggage for you provided that you have a reservation with them and will leave your luggage on their reception/storage until you've arrive and checked-in.

  • @fartzinwind
    @fartzinwind ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My favorite tip for Air BNB is that you use the filter and cost search options, but then zoom out of the original area, and check the edges of town. You'll often find far more accommodation, larger, more unique places to stay, that are cheaper than anything centralized at your destination. I've stayed next to beautiful rivers in canyons with private water access, covered fire places, the whole home to ourselves, for less then a basic apartment type room only 10 minutes away in town. This applies to anywhere you're staying.

  • @KairiKunai
    @KairiKunai ปีที่แล้ว +44

    YESS I'm so excited for this series! It's been a huge bucket list to eventually visit and (hopefully) live there one day. I'm so excited :D
    Potential video ideas?: How to get started actually exploring Japan? Reading signs or symbols and common things seen on them maybe? Ways to map out your routes, etc. Obviously the trains gets you place to place largely, but I find myself getting overwhelmed in new places as someone with tons of anxiety. I'd love for you to touch on ways to make exploring a little less nerve wracking! (I'm always so scared of getting lost haha.)
    What to expect budget wise? Frugal, medium, super bougie levels and what you could get out of those levels? Prices of common restaurants and things like clothing or souvenirs? :0 I know some people love to travel on a budget and others want to be as cushy as possibly financially!

    • @TaleLady
      @TaleLady ปีที่แล้ว

      Dear Martina, Soni wrote a bunch of things I am also interested in. I want to go to Japan sometime, not sure when it will be. You gave me many good insides about Korea years ago (and maybe even triggered my lovely trip to Korea 😊). Watching this video made me all excited about Japan. I am looking forward for many more videos like this.
      BTW I absolutely get the excitement you have „to live like a local“ in a foreign neighborhood, feeling like it’s home away from home.

  • @DanOnTheGo1
    @DanOnTheGo1 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Loved the video and lots of great advice! I love how much you focused on things people with disabilities might run into. I visit Tokyo once a twice a year from Ottawa :) One that I warn people about is how CRAZY narrow the pedestrian walkway can be that all of a sudden has a pole inside it too. Links to your narrow elevator comment. A LOT of things are very narrow in Japan sadly, drinking alleys, walkways etc. That of course all adds to the personality of Japan and neighborhoods within.
    Thanks again and I can't wait for future ones :)

  • @BeaBea-54
    @BeaBea-54 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i’d love a dedicated disability tips video! last time i went to japan i was able to walk for 30-40 minutes at a time but now i use a wheelchair for anything longer than 10 minutes.

  • @ameliagenealogy152
    @ameliagenealogy152 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love these kinds of videos. These are the sort of videos that I loved on EYK too, about relatively everyday things like finding an Airbnb or turning on your heating. It was what gave me the confidence to move to Korea back in the day, and I'm sure this video will be equally invaluable to someone else, too.

  • @ArchTenshi66
    @ArchTenshi66 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you Martina! Been planning another trip to Japan, the last time we went was pre-pandemic. We followed your tips and had a great time exploring by neighborhoods, not planning much and just explored, and even visited Kichijoji! Last time our AirBnB was a white room that was not very good, dirty and washer was broken, so we found a clean hotel that had free washer and dryer, worth the price, so the trip was saved. 😊

  • @deaf-metal
    @deaf-metal ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is pretty on par with our recent AirBNB experience, minus the noise alarm (thankfully didn't have to deal with that). We have 2 kids who cannot sleep in the same room quite yet and renting a multi-bedroom house in each city was a huge win for us. One was even right next to the subway line but we rarely heard the train. We had a great time though, I loved being able to grab dinner from the conbini or grocery and bring it back "home" and use the kotatsu.

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s great to hear. Yeah Airbnb can be really perfect if you’re the right type of traveller for it. Sounds like your trip was a success!

  • @iwritestuffk
    @iwritestuffk ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Would love to see some do’s and don’ts of what to wear! (practicality, taboos, weather, etc)

    • @sotahuuto
      @sotahuuto ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YES, some advice on (womens) clothing please! 🙏
      - training tights
      - what is acceptable amount of cleavage (many western clothes tend to have low neckline, especially if you are petite) and are cleavage covers a thing
      - pantyhose or shorts under skirts/dresses
      - acceptable hiking/city outfits
      - bare shoulders
      - should I cover bigger tattoos with clothing (I am traveling to Japan in May)

  • @quicksilver8122
    @quicksilver8122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    also i vote we call "Martina Opinion Guide" the MOG. you could have a MOG about anything. :)

  • @NaleaTheNeko
    @NaleaTheNeko ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love that you mention accessibility and that the terrain can be rough. I'm an off-on wheelchair user depending on the day/I can't walk super long distances. It's my dream to visit Japan but I've been worried I may struggle getting around. From what I've seen it doesn't look like many places are the most accessible. I'd love to see more videos around accessibly in Japan if that's a topic you're comfortable to dive deeper into.

  • @LittleScarfGirl
    @LittleScarfGirl ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love your Airbnb tips! They definitely line up with my experiences having stayed at several Airbnbs in Japan over the years. (The house we stayed at in Kyoto definitely had a decibel meter installed with instructions for us not to go above a certain level!) Personally, I love staying in the Otsuka area in Tokyo. Plenty of apartments close to the station, it's on the Yamanote line, and just one stop down from Ikebukuro. For more than 4 people in an apartment, I definitely recommend spending the extra money for a place that has multiple bathrooms and showers. That's something you might not think about when you're booking, but it's essential. You don't want 5+ people waiting on the same bathroom/shower every morning. Looking forward to your next video!

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for adding your experiences to this video!

  • @janettemangubat2002
    @janettemangubat2002 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    the topic about recycling seems to be the reason why the cleaning fee is so high when we tried to book an airbnb. now I know. thanks Martina!!!

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’ve been to some Airbnb that tell you to put all your rubbish and recycling into just one or two bins, but that means someone is certainly coming in to wash, rinse and sort that recycling and garbage once you leave.

  • @callasky
    @callasky ปีที่แล้ว +19

    OMG, I just recently discussed this with my friend!
    We were going to stay in Airbnb for our stay in Japan in next autumn, but I still think hotel is much more convenient, but it was much more expensive. This video is very helpful!
    More tips and personal experience, pleasee
    My current tips that I'm desperately wanted to know:
    1. The dos and don'ts in staying in a capsule hotel
    2. How to get around intercity (what method of transportation is easier and much more convenient: walk, bus or train?)

    • @MajjicxCupcakii
      @MajjicxCupcakii ปีที่แล้ว

      YES PLEASE to transportation methods!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and info on different types of hotels (like capsule, hostel, regular hotel, etc.)!!!!!!!!!!

    • @mebeeingb2421
      @mebeeingb2421 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You will need an IC card (like passmo, suica etc) to get around as its much easier to tap the card than to buy individual tickets. Edit: it can be used on trains and buses :)

  • @sy01mamabear83
    @sy01mamabear83 ปีที่แล้ว

    Still over 30 and haven't hopped on a plane yet!
    Idk if I ever will, with so much drama..
    Japan would be my dream vacation!
    My daughter's dream is to visit Japan and eat all the lovely food!
    Really have missed watching you, Martina!
    God bless you!

  • @DBeeBeee
    @DBeeBeee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Me and my boyfriend stayed in Asakusa and it was amazing! We stayed in a basic apartment which came with pocket WiFi which we hadn't ever come across before but it was a game changer when we were travelling around Tokyo! The ONLY thing was that our bed was super hard!!!

  • @orangemushroominfield
    @orangemushroominfield ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’d love a rundown on short-term transport options, like there are local train passes, JR passes, how do we make sense of it all?

  • @foodandfoot8596
    @foodandfoot8596 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I totally need this , feeling really overwhelmed with my trip to japan so this its a start thanks

  • @swiftleigh
    @swiftleigh ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes for this series!
    I would love an episode on what different regions of Japan has to offer so you can plan your trip accordingly

  • @lSuesuEl
    @lSuesuEl ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes! I agree with the pros of staying at Airbnb! I enjoyed going around the neighborhood, taking the local vibes.

  • @JulietaCampos
    @JulietaCampos ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I planned my last trip to Japan based on your EYK videos and now I’m planning my next trip to Japan with all your King Kogi content!

  • @NachtAngel
    @NachtAngel ปีที่แล้ว

    Had some great airbnb stays in the past in jp, I love staying in less touristy places, exploring the local neighbourhood and like Martina said feeling more apart of the community!

  • @jenniebutler
    @jenniebutler ปีที่แล้ว +4

    THANK YOU MARTINA! literally exactly what i needed right now. i need the hotel one and others in this series too! can't wait!

  • @UDontTakeMeSeriously
    @UDontTakeMeSeriously ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i love the vibes of these videos. informative but comfy.

  • @DaMiniMarshmellow
    @DaMiniMarshmellow ปีที่แล้ว

    Airbnb with a washer was.. amazing! Nothing like packing clean clothes to return home.

  • @himbo_noa
    @himbo_noa ปีที่แล้ว

    what the heck, I am literally in the process of planning a trip (my first solo holiday!) to Japan and this pops up from one of my favourite creators??
    heck yesss ❤❤ thank you, Martina!

  • @ARosa-qn8wf
    @ARosa-qn8wf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was SO helpful!!! I am planning a long trip to Japan next year and was wondering what the Airbnb scene was like there, because it just seems like a great option for a 2+ week stay. The info from a personal perspective really gives insight on how viable this is outside of just looking at reviews and hoping for the best.
    I'll be looking forward to more travel videos because even though I've seen a million others already There's always something to learn that I didn't think about stemming from personal experiences. The series is really appreciated!

  • @doel_the_daring
    @doel_the_daring ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ❤ You definitely do the best on these information video's 😊 Lol we need more CROD tours also ✌️

  • @Calida
    @Calida ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for making this! All your videos about Korea back in the day really helped me have confidence to travel there for the first time. Looking forward to my first trip to Japan in the future! 😍

  • @RSkies
    @RSkies ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m hoping to finally visit Japan in the next 18 months, so this is perfect!

  • @msL154
    @msL154 ปีที่แล้ว

    Long time viewer. I’m glad you’re still around doing what you love. Thanks for being you and staying true.

  • @estherrodriguez9575
    @estherrodriguez9575 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think sound detectors are a MUST for all the airbnb apartments. I live in Barcelona and i hate airbnb's because they use to be noisy. Most airbnb users are groups of foreigners who come to party, as a neighbor he is not pleasant at all. That's why I've started to stop using airbnb on my trips, I try to look for aparthotels with kitchens.
    I have had several bad experiences in airbnb, from very dirty apartments, stained sheets, poorly insulated buildings...If i pay the same or more than in an hotel, i want an excelent service. Only use airbnb to rent full houses, but to be honest... with all the taxes sometimes they are more expensive.

  • @JJerseyGirl
    @JJerseyGirl ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, Martina! for making this video. The last time I was in Japan I stayed in an AirB&B in 2017. I heard the rules changed when I wanted to visit before covid happened

    • @ysomar
      @ysomar ปีที่แล้ว

      I also stayed in an Airbnb in 2017 and it was great.
      Going back this October and hope all goes well.

  • @ClosetKPOP
    @ClosetKPOP ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been living in Taiwan for 3.5 years now and would love to go visit Japan. Covid kinda made it not possible for awhile, but I'm hoping to have the opportunity to soon! Thank you for such helpful information as always. I remember looking at your Taiwan videos before I even visited Taiwan for the first time.

  • @arstd99
    @arstd99 ปีที่แล้ว

    We ABSOLUTELY love you!!!!

  • @breannaennis1442
    @breannaennis1442 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg I have been waiting for your video all week

  • @jessicaoglesby
    @jessicaoglesby ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful video! I love staying at airbnbs whenever we travel, and I really appreciate you sharing your experience with booking around Japan. I wouldn't have even considered noise pollution from nearby railways.

  • @Itami95
    @Itami95 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this!

  • @twoshadesofochre
    @twoshadesofochre ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this! Thanks Martina 😊

  • @Lilump
    @Lilump ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Martina! I'm finally visiting japan in a couple of months after dreaming about it for years and i'm so excited to watch this series, I'm going to save every video to prepare for my trip!

  • @rockinrolldog
    @rockinrolldog ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm heading to Japan in a week and a half (so excited)! And I booked a Kyoto Airbnb for the exact reason you mentioned. I love living in historic/traditional houses. Thanks for these tips!

  • @gfunklbc8849
    @gfunklbc8849 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another helpful and informative video! Thanks Martina!

  • @abigailthao2824
    @abigailthao2824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video game me old tldr vibes that I loved so much ❤️

  • @TimbitsTNT
    @TimbitsTNT ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the overall tone of this video and thank you so much for including accessibility ♿ as a travel factor❤

  • @daraki8007
    @daraki8007 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you think you'll ever stay at and review Sharla's Air BNB? I'd love to see that.

  • @ShaynaSKZ_685
    @ShaynaSKZ_685 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yayyy thanks for the info Martina 💖

  • @sumbulkhan6796
    @sumbulkhan6796 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Omgawd thank you
    Yes I’ve been looking for pros and cons to doing an Airbnb in Japan and couldn’t figure it out by myself
    Thank you thank you
    I’m just starting on my journey of planning and I kid you not
    When I say I’m soo overwhelmed with the amount of options !
    Also trying to find options around that cater to halal foods options near by…
    Thank you again ❤

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I personally found it hard to find info on airbnbs in Japan when I was visiting. There was a lot of review videos on where people stayed, but not a lot about the specifics. Hopefully this will help, I have stayed at SO SO SO MANY airbnbs and hotels, that I can't wait to share this information with you all!

  • @KikuAkachan92
    @KikuAkachan92 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is so helpful thank you!!❤

  • @gastography
    @gastography ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love this guide! Thanks for all the info I totally wouldn’t have thought of!
    Would love a super basic ‘if you’re completely overwhelmed planning your first trip to Japan and get mental vapor lock just thinking about planning it from years and years of watching North Americans in Japan on YT’ video.
    Like: what would you personally go re-visit if you had a week in Tokyo? Kyoto? Osaka?
    I feel like over the years watching your content, we have similar tastes - especially in food - and I’d love a quick-n-dirty ‘ok. You don’t have to dig through a decade of content - this is what I’m currently digging in my city post-pandaexpress.’
    Doesn’t have to be a bucket list or even hit the major tourist spots - just what you are loving at this moment in time ❤

    • @gastography
      @gastography ปีที่แล้ว

      A top 10 places to explore or things to see - or top ‘I still love walking this area, this is great for a day of wandering’ list would be great.
      I’ve currently got a Google Docs going that would take approximately 7 years to see with so many suggestions, half suggestions and scribbled-while-watching notes 😂

  • @helenaamynthas
    @helenaamynthas ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing categories! And it feels so awesome how considerate you are and the attention👏🏼to👏🏼de👏🏼tail

  • @DoubleTheDom
    @DoubleTheDom ปีที่แล้ว

    You are glowing Martina. I hope you are having a good day

  • @andthewinneris3953
    @andthewinneris3953 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing!! love the vids Martina!

  • @awkwardatlas5623
    @awkwardatlas5623 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a fellow light sleeper, this video was super helpful. Thanks Martina.

  • @bradmathews583
    @bradmathews583 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this video!

  • @Otakuchan823
    @Otakuchan823 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just came back from Japan, and I loved the two Airbnb's we stayed at. But we definitely had to do a lot of research

  • @FaeFoe
    @FaeFoe ปีที่แล้ว

    Legit JUST decided to go at the end of the year, and here you are dropping this gold! I adore you Martinaaaa!!!!

  • @SpottedJournal
    @SpottedJournal ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this - your editing & information/value as usual is so good!!!

  • @dizzyandbusy
    @dizzyandbusy ปีที่แล้ว

    Yesss this video was so helpful!

  • @bonyo888
    @bonyo888 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg Martina always a blessing. THANK YOU FOR THESE TIPS!! Im hitting the road into le Japon in a couple of weeks and thisss is just beauty for giving me the head's up on getting a sense of how to treat the place when I get there. An excellent educational blast once again! Thank you Martina!!!! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @jackfowler5736
    @jackfowler5736 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This new series makes me so so happy, I'm planning a trip for spring 2024 ❤ maybe can you do a video about the JR PASS? ❤

  • @leahgeorge2428
    @leahgeorge2428 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy Birthday, Martina! I hope you have a great day! 🎉

  • @saultysault
    @saultysault ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for mentioning accessibility! Love how you incorporate it into your videos as a normal thing to think about. Maybe a video on the most accessible places you've encountered so far.

  • @Beth74
    @Beth74 ปีที่แล้ว

    Top notch content! Love the practical info and you look great! Thank you, Martina❤

  • @planetwasabi
    @planetwasabi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The number of stovetops/hubs is such a good tip/guide!! It's kinda like one per person I think

  • @rohan68842
    @rohan68842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Martinaaaaa! I just wanna say you're amazing!!

  • @DADA-ib7tt
    @DADA-ib7tt ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Martina!! Have a good weekend!

  • @piegirl245
    @piegirl245 ปีที่แล้ว

    I reallllyyy really really want to go to Japan this year, and I plan to reference your videos religiously!!! Thank you for always being so informative, Martina!!! 😊❤

  • @yair.salgado
    @yair.salgado ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a wholesome video 😍🥰 thanks Martina

  • @anindo73
    @anindo73 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely keep these coming!! This is FANTASTIC!
    Echoing what many others have said in the comments, Martina you look like you're thriving and glowing and I'm here for it

  • @wecling6632
    @wecling6632 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ur uploads make my day ❤️ thank you for doing what u do.

  • @moonzi3
    @moonzi3 ปีที่แล้ว

    u hv the best timing i really needed this video!!

  • @luudupree22
    @luudupree22 ปีที่แล้ว

    So good, thanks Martina

  • @kaylaj4198
    @kaylaj4198 ปีที่แล้ว

    You look like you're GLOWING martina! This is a topic I frequently have anxiety about when traveling so thank you!!!

  • @luckyguy71
    @luckyguy71 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video and EXCELLENT Tips! Thanks!

  • @hhh1234h
    @hhh1234h ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!!!

  • @rahunter8010
    @rahunter8010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely wonderful video! I cannot wait to watch the tour videos!

  • @Skippio1980
    @Skippio1980 ปีที่แล้ว

    🙏 Thank you for the video. I’m not planning to visit yet but really enjoy the cheerful vibe of your channel. I watch your videos without fail as they always brighten my day. ありがとうマルティナ

  • @aranelmcd
    @aranelmcd ปีที่แล้ว

    love you, love this, love it all! you're the best!!!!

  • @emma_ramen
    @emma_ramen ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm going to Japan for work this summer, and I've been binging all your videos! I used to watch you yearssss ago, so when this popped up on my feed, I had a huge smile! You look like you're doing really well!! Sending lots of love your way!!

  • @Theolynn
    @Theolynn ปีที่แล้ว +5

    100% I need this guide!

    • @KingKogi
      @KingKogi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope it helps! More guides to come~

    • @Theolynn
      @Theolynn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@King Kogi we always use air bnb when we leave the US. We prefer it in general but also sometimes it's hard to navigate the different airbnbs.

  • @Reddeadsleep
    @Reddeadsleep ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for your videos 💖

  • @naivenostalgia
    @naivenostalgia ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Martina! This was a super interesting/useful video. I spent part of high school at an international school in Sapporo & have been back to visit, but not since 2011. I always stayed at hotels, but this video has inspired me to definitely book an Airbnb next time.
    I stayed at a certain hostel for 2 of my trips to Seoul & had considered trying a hostel in Japan whenever I next ended up there. But I had completely forgotten that Airbnbs were a thing & it sounds like Japan has quite a bit of variety. I've always wanted to spend the night in a micro apartment where you have to fold/unfold furniture into walls, the shower is in the middle of the bathroom, & you have to climb a ladder to go to bed. So, I will use the 1-burner stove tip to my advantage that way.😂

  • @alexandergiesser
    @alexandergiesser ปีที่แล้ว

    I loooooooove Airbnbs and arrangements like it. Haven't been in a hotel in forever and it's for the exact reasons you say: You feel (or can at least pretend) like you live there. Nothing is more satisfying than checking out local supermarkets etc. :D

  • @Max-my6rk
    @Max-my6rk ปีที่แล้ว

    that noise control alarm is so needed man!

  • @monicamanibusan3172
    @monicamanibusan3172 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’d love to go visit Japan, thank you for all the tips Martina 🤗

  • @EvinGuler
    @EvinGuler ปีที่แล้ว

    love seeing your videos Martina, thank you for all your hard work!! and you look so happy

  • @cheerioes6926
    @cheerioes6926 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video.