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50 Years Old Living in Japan: My Surprisingly Normal Weekend
Come along with me this weekend as I live and work in Wakayama, Japan. It really was just a normal weekend for me as a 50 year old living in Japan. Since moving to Japan I have met some really nice people and I want to share that with you. We go for a walk in Wakayama, shopping, lunch and more!
🇯🇵Do you want to learn Japanese? Visit my courses at www.chanijapan.com/ 🇯🇵
If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australian who was stuck in a rut and moved to Japan to live. I bought an Akiya or empty house and started renovating. I'd love it if you subscribed and joined the community.
Looking to buy a cheap house in Japan? If you are interested in the discounted Cheap Houses Japan Newsletter, here is the link for a 20% discount: cheaphousesjapan.com/chani
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Відео

The Unexpected Story of How I Got My Cat in Japan
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This is the story of how I came to get my cat in Japan. It was not the way I expected. We will check out all the cat goods you can buy at a Japanese Pet Shop. My Japanese Cat is doing really well now and is a big part of this UA-cam channel. Living in Japan has been made so much better with having a cat in the house. When I found out about Japan Cat Network, through a friend who found an abando...
From Kansai Airport to Snowy Peaks: A Mothers Journey to Growth
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We head to the area around Kansai Airport in Japan for food and shopping. It made me a little sad to see my son head back home, so I took myself off for my first ever drive in the snow with my new snow tyres I recently put on the Kei Van, Suzuki Every. I discovered the magic of Koyasan and felt like this 'Power Spot' gave me back the happy vibes I needed. It was an emotional journey. 🇯🇵Do you w...
Why I decided to BUY not RENT in Japan
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I break down the financial costs of renting vs buying in Japan. I take a look at some of the pros and cons to buying vs renting in Japan. I will also take you on a house tour of a Japanese house for sale with a water view. If you are interested in the discounted Cheap Houses Japan Newsletter, here is the link for a 20% discount: cheaphousesjapan.com/chani 🇯🇵Do you want to learn Japanese? Visit ...
From Clutter to Dream Studio in 2 Days ✨ Life in Japan
Переглядів 26 тис.Місяць тому
A full make over from cluttered office to dream UA-cam Studio with before and after! I am living in Japan in an Akiya and started a UA-cam Channel last year, which is going really well. I turn my office into my dream UA-cam studio. My office has been a bit neglected and I wanted to start the New Year with a positive transformation to be more productive. 🇯🇵Do you want to learn Japanese? Visit my...
How I Cleaned My House Like the Japanese for a Fresh Start!
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Japanese people often do 'oosouji' to clean their house for the New Year. I decided to clean my Japanese house like the Japanaese for a fresh start to the New Year. My house is an old Akiya or abandoned house and was really dirty when I first purchased it. It took a lot of cleaning to get it where it is today. If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australian who...
Winter in Japan: Thrift Deals, Snow Tires & Onsen Bliss
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It is time to get snow tyres (studless tyres) on my Suzuki Every Kei van so that I can drive on snowy roads. My parents arrive from Australia so we also go thrift shopping for some warm Japanese clothes and find some awesome bargains. Finally we visit an Onsen after driving down the coast road in Wakayama. Book Nook ~ Here is a link to the shop I found: amzn.to/4iKpTjY If you are new to the cha...
10 Budget Friendly Japanese Kitchen Gadgets That Are Genius AND Gorgeous!
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Japan has some of the best shopping I have experienced. I have found some great bargains at 3 Coins, Daiso, Nitori, Kohnan and Seria. Today I am sorting out my messy kitchen and getting ready for my family to visit at Christmas. I will show you some genius and gorgeous Japanese kitchen gadgets that I love and use. ✨10 Japanese Kitchen Gadgets🇯🇵✨ 1. Fridge Magnet for wrap - Daiso 2. Monthly plan...
Why Being Blonde in Japan is Harder Than You Think!
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Japan is changing and being blonde isn't the same experience as 30 years ago. But today there are still challenges that face people with blonde hair who are living in Japan. In this video I talk about my experiences with being blonde while living in Japan and the differences I have experienced over the years. If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australia who w...
Tiny Japanese Home, Big Christmas Spirit Watch the Transformation!
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It's time to get my small Japanese House ready for Christmas. This year I have family coming to stay. Watch me transform my Japanese house into my own Christmas wonderland. Do you have any tips for me to make the most of this small space? If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australia who was stuck in a rut and moved to Japan to live. I bought an Akiya or empty...
Camping in Japan on a Budget? Affordable Finds Put to the Test!
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✨ All Users: Get a $100 Coupon Bundle app.temu.com/k/uk2b6cm810x or search my code【dqy8827】on Temu App to claim. ✨ New users: Get one of my picks for $1(AU$1.90) TODAY: app.temu.com/k/uxxbrshn4cy or search my code【dqf2672】on Temu App to claim. Buying camping goods in Japan can really add up. So I am going to show you some of my finds that are affordable. This year I've been going camping in my ...
Japanese Winter Hacks to Stay Warm and Save Money
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Keeping warm in Winter Japan and on a budget. Japanese Houses tend to be very cold with poor insulation and no central heating. This year I've discovered some great Japanese Hacks to keep your house (and you) warm this Winter. If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australia who was stuck in a rut and moved to Japan to live. I bought an Akiya or empty house and s...
My Car Was Hit in Japan: The Drama That Followed
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My brand new Japanese Kei Van, a Suzuki Every, was hit by an elderly driver. You can imagine how disappointed I was. In this video I talk about the processes dealing with Police, Insurance and the repair of my car. I also share some very embarrassing moments that happened along the way. If you are new to the channel, my name is Chani and I am a middle aged Australia who was stuck in a rut and m...
Bought a Cheap House in Japan...But Something Was Very Wrong
Переглядів 38 тис.2 місяці тому
Buying a house online without seeing it in person, can come with risks. Today we will visit Helen's house. She bought this vacant, abandonded house (Akiya) in Japan without viewing the property before purchase. I was shocked by what I saw behind the walls. In this video, we will find some damage to the house and talk about some options for Helen to try and resolve the issues here in Japan. If y...
Off the Map: Inside Japan's Eeriest Hidden Village
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Off the Map: Inside Japan's Eeriest Hidden Village
Water Views in Japan: You Won’t Believe the Price!
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Water Views in Japan: You Won’t Believe the Price!
I Went to a Women's Prison in Japan
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I Went to a Women's Prison in Japan
Life in Japan: Cat Attacks Vet and Shopping Haul
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Life in Japan: Cat Attacks Vet and Shopping Haul
2 Days to Transform a Japanese Akiya: Can we do it?
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2 Days to Transform a Japanese Akiya: Can we do it?
Cat's First Kei Van Camping Trip in Japan: Nighttime Scare! [猫とキャンプ]
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Cat's First Kei Van Camping Trip in Japan: Nighttime Scare! [猫とキャンプ]
One Day in Osaka: Ultimate Onsen Experience & Japan Ikea Haul!
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One Day in Osaka: Ultimate Onsen Experience & Japan Ikea Haul!
Thrift Shopping Japan: You won’t believe what I bought!
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Thrift Shopping Japan: You won’t believe what I bought!
Kagawa 30 Years Later: What Time Has Taught Me
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Kagawa 30 Years Later: What Time Has Taught Me
Transforming My Kei Van for the Ultimate Wakayama River Adventure ⼮
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Transforming My Kei Van for the Ultimate Wakayama River Adventure ⼮
Life in Japan: Battling Extreme Heat, Poor Insulation & Mega Earthquake Warnings
Переглядів 24 тис.5 місяців тому
Life in Japan: Battling Extreme Heat, Poor Insulation & Mega Earthquake Warnings
Real Life in Japan: The Unexpected Challenges No One Tells You About
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Real Life in Japan: The Unexpected Challenges No One Tells You About
The Unexpected Challenges of Shipping a Kei Truck from Japan to Australia
Переглядів 27 тис.6 місяців тому
The Unexpected Challenges of Shipping a Kei Truck from Japan to Australia
Got My Japan Visa at 50! Here's How...
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Got My Japan Visa at 50! Here's How...
Road to a Suzuki: The YouTube Community Helped Me Buy a New Car!
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Road to a Suzuki: The UA-cam Community Helped Me Buy a New Car!
Moving to Japan at 50: A Year Later - Was It the Right Choice?
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Moving to Japan at 50: A Year Later - Was It the Right Choice?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @NatsuN-x7y
    @NatsuN-x7y Годину тому

    Love,Peace and happiness is emerging from the clip❤😊

  • @timeak809
    @timeak809 3 години тому

    Awesome tips! Do you know about the appsジモティーand メルカリ. They are life savers in Japan. Greetings from Osaka! 👋

  • @jg5346
    @jg5346 4 години тому

    Hi, Chani! Do you offer tours of Wakayama? I think you would be great at it!

  • @micolebrooks7305
    @micolebrooks7305 5 годин тому

    The most relatable part is where you spooked yourself at night. That’s a universal human experience I am quite adept at 😂

  • @MilaThebrat
    @MilaThebrat 5 годин тому

    Beautiful home 😊

  • @greengreen259
    @greengreen259 6 годин тому

    ヘアスタイルとても似合ってます。素敵です!シューズ、お得にいいものGETよかったですね〜。そういうタイミング、見てるこちらも嬉しくなりました。

  • @willmc6728
    @willmc6728 7 годин тому

    the water is changed seasonally? uhmm...sounds...uhmm...good

    • @ChaniJapan
      @ChaniJapan 5 годин тому

      The water theme is changed seasonally. For example spring could be lavender salts or citrus base. The actual onsen water is changed often and uses a filtration system 24/7.

  • @skyclarking-123
    @skyclarking-123 7 годин тому

    Love this video. I have watched it several times. You and I are close in age. I too think about moving to Japan.

  • @caronspurway2224
    @caronspurway2224 9 годин тому

    We live in Brisbane. Wow that is some onsen! When we went to Japan in 2019, we just went to the hotel's onsen which was nice. We showered before going and put on the lounge suits/pajama type of clothes and went to the respective men and women's onsens. We got some strange looks from people and we later realised that it was probably because they didn't see us wash ourselves there where they were all washing themselves sitting on stools, so they perhaps they thought we were ignorant foreigners who aren't clean. I felt rather self-conscious being a larger woman and the tiny hand towel that they give you doesn't cover much. But we both enjoyed ourselves trying out the different temperature and mineral pools. I also went there for the Yomogi mushi steaming. I do yoni steaming at home, so it wasn't new to me, I just wanted to experience how they do it in Japan. The attendants were fascinated that I knew about it and wanted to do it. We can't wait until we go back to Japan and especially now since you showed this amazing onsen. Thank you for taking us along with you.

  • @elizabethclaiborne6461
    @elizabethclaiborne6461 9 годин тому

    Your hair is fantastic! You got a good cut. And Millie is too adorable!

  • @along5925
    @along5925 10 годин тому

    Way to go, Chani! Love to you and Millie from the USA! Embrace all that life offers!❤

  • @carolanneconnolly-brown6781
    @carolanneconnolly-brown6781 10 годин тому

    Really enjoyed this one. Thanks for this.

  • @dyanalayng5507
    @dyanalayng5507 10 годин тому

    “The clouds are falling in little bits, Mummy!” Adorable - enjoyment of something new.

  • @ilovedacupcakes
    @ilovedacupcakes 11 годин тому

  • @Pao-u9n
    @Pao-u9n 12 годин тому

    ❤😍😍 Millie is soo adorable 😊

  • @TheSarahLindy
    @TheSarahLindy 13 годин тому

    Miss Millie reminds me so much of my baby Mira. She was also a rag doll, and the best little companion. She passed in August, but I see a similar, sweet spirit in Millie ❤

    • @ChaniJapan
      @ChaniJapan 12 годин тому

      I’m so sorry for your loss of Mira💔

  • @writingraven3314
    @writingraven3314 13 годин тому

    Look how fasinated Millie is. We love Millie.

  • @lyndylou752
    @lyndylou752 14 годин тому

    Miss Millie and yourself sitting watching the snow, what a beautiful sight and how cute is Miss Millies reaction.

  • @projectpenwing
    @projectpenwing 14 годин тому

    Miss Millie was so confused over the cold white from above <3 As always, what a cutie!

  • @j2thejoseph
    @j2thejoseph 14 годин тому

    I just signed up for your course! I’m so excited. I’m 44 and plan on visiting Japan this autumn. I have serious aspirations on buying an Akiya in near future so it’s exciting to see another woman around same age as myself, making their dreams come true. Thank you for creating this UA-cam channel and your Japan language courses. 💐

  • @gabrielamggm
    @gabrielamggm 15 годин тому

    So beautiful clip. They say that cats live in the present moment and that is the reason they enjoy life. They don’t worry about the future or the past. It is adorable to see you sharing with your cat💕. Greetings from Guatemala Central America

    • @ChaniJapan
      @ChaniJapan 12 годин тому

      I love that about cats!

  • @Bearcub599
    @Bearcub599 15 годин тому

    You both look enchanting ❤️

  • @gamingwaffle1171
    @gamingwaffle1171 18 годин тому

    This looks like something I would do if I were the last person on earth for a hobby.

  • @Nutritionathome-p9g
    @Nutritionathome-p9g 18 годин тому

    You have such a beautiful soul 🐱🐱🐱

  • @gamingwaffle1171
    @gamingwaffle1171 18 годин тому

    I love Millie. She is so cute and special.

  • @MissiBoo
    @MissiBoo 19 годин тому

    Miss Millie is sooo adorable 😍 🥰

  • @chefevielee
    @chefevielee 20 годин тому

    That Millie! We had five days of snow in in the tip of South Carolina and Meowzer was like " what is happening, the world is ending" bless his heart!

  • @ilovedacupcakes
    @ilovedacupcakes 20 годин тому

  • @dianeyoung8068
    @dianeyoung8068 20 годин тому

    Millie is so cute and you have the most beautiful eyes

  • @cecilearquette1637
    @cecilearquette1637 21 годину тому

    This is sweet :-)

  • @Ater_Draco
    @Ater_Draco 21 годину тому

    Adorable ❤

  • @tjaakjeh
    @tjaakjeh 21 годину тому

    Hope you didn't get too much snow like in some parts of Japan?

  • @LilA-zl6tf
    @LilA-zl6tf 21 годину тому

    Snow Magic

  • @BetsyCaldwell
    @BetsyCaldwell 22 години тому

    Pets first snow experience is the BEST!! Goose was fascinated too!

  • @jinglin4878
    @jinglin4878 22 години тому

    Miss Millie is so adorable perched on that stool looking out at the falling snow. Such a doll!🥰

  • @juliehock6059
    @juliehock6059 23 години тому

    What a lovely video Chani. Your cat, Milly is it had grown into a lovely lady.

  • @corneliareyes6329
    @corneliareyes6329 23 години тому

    What a rude comment, please just ignore it! I am totally inspired by your journey, such a brave move! I am travelling to Japan later this year and find your content really wonderful to understand Japan a little in advance. Keep going! :-)

  • @mariamedeiros9555
    @mariamedeiros9555 День тому

    Awww! Precious times with Miss Millie!

  • @margjeweijdt1510
    @margjeweijdt1510 День тому

    How lovely. And I agree, it is heaps important to sometimes slow down and see the beauty of life.

  • @BetterNeurodivergentTravel
    @BetterNeurodivergentTravel День тому

    So precious!

  • @marenhumblebee2736
    @marenhumblebee2736 День тому

    Love her - those eyes

  • @roshanshrestha3836
    @roshanshrestha3836 День тому

    Beautiful winter's day..snuggling up to each other.❤❤❤. I ❤ Millie.

  • @louisehowe2451
    @louisehowe2451 День тому

    Subarashii! 💙🌨️

  • @janettehunter6479
    @janettehunter6479 День тому

    Save a copy of this scene @ frame it!!

  • @Yuki-y
    @Yuki-y День тому

    お〜!和歌山は雪ですか?ミリーちゃん興味津々ですね😃👍

  • @jg5346
    @jg5346 День тому

    So pretty! Thank you! Hope you and Millie will meet new wonderful people who will become lifelong friends.

  • @nicolapicola4502
    @nicolapicola4502 День тому

    Chani you look so beautiful in this, your heart is so full of love for Millie! Isn't she just sweet?!❤

  • @lindaorosco7987
    @lindaorosco7987 День тому

    I’m enjoying your videos. Thank you for sharing Japan. ❤

  • @raejwong6912
    @raejwong6912 День тому

    I did not know it snowed in Wakayama. <3 Both you and Millie.

    • @ChaniJapan
      @ChaniJapan День тому

      It’s not much snow. But maybe tomorrow there will be more! ❄️☃️🌨️

  • @nancyinboise2160
    @nancyinboise2160 День тому

    And hope you're not buried !

    • @ChaniJapan
      @ChaniJapan День тому

      It’s been snowing all day but the sun is melting it away so far.