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Middle-Age, Middle-Wage, Part Time Travel. NOT Low Budget - NOT Luxury.
- Matt & Michelle
- Matt & Michelle
Top 10 things to do in Tokyo.
Experiencing the top 10 things to do in Tokyo is a must for any visit. This list is our best places to see in Tokyo that we think any visitor with limited time should see before they leave.
Is there anything we left out that you think should have been included? Let us know, we're curious about what you think.
Here's a link to the locations on my google maps: maps.app.goo.gl/U5P6mSe4AF3sSUoL8
Music from Epidemic Sound: www.epidemicsound.com/referral/ie47jo
Is there anything we left out that you think should have been included? Let us know, we're curious about what you think.
Here's a link to the locations on my google maps: maps.app.goo.gl/U5P6mSe4AF3sSUoL8
Music from Epidemic Sound: www.epidemicsound.com/referral/ie47jo
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We loved Hakone, Japan! Ryokan, Public Onsen, and Lake Ashi.
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We loved Hakone! We stayed in a traditional ryokan in Yumoto, and tried out a PUBLIC Onsen. Plus we made the epic journey to Lake Ashi. What a fantastic place! We have always wanted to stay in a traditional ryokan, and finally did it. And after walking 15 to 20,000 steps a day exploring Japan earlier in the week, enjoying a public Onsen was just what we needed.
Kyoto, Japan’s unforgettable experiences!
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Kyoto, Japan is beautiful! In this video we are visiting temples, markets, and historical sites. This is video two of our Kyoto videos. I made two videos because by computer does not render longer videos very well. In this video we are checking out: Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Gioji Temple Seiryo-ji Temple Danrin-ji Temple Nishiki Market Nijo Castle Byodo-in Tem...
Kyoto, Japan: Thousands of temples, gardens, and historical sites.
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Exploring thousands of Kyoto's temples, gardens, and historical sites is impossible. But our top spots in Kyoto are a good start when visiting Japan. Part 1 of 2
KOYASAN Day Trip: The best day trip of my life.
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Koyasan Japan day trip from Osaka was absolutely incredible. I've been nowhere like it. We visited the Okunion Cemetary, The Kobo Daishi mausoleum, the Kongobuji temple, and the Grand Pagoda. I would love to go back someday.
24 hours in Osaka!
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With only 24 hours in Osaka, we did our best to see what needed to been seen without rushing too much. Exploring Osaka's culture, history, and cuisine is a must when visiting Japan. In this spring visit, we explore our top spots - Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and the amazing views from the observation deck of the Umeda Sky Building. April is a fantastic time of year to visit Osaka. You can enjoy al...
Nara Day Trip: From Nara Park to Todaiji Temple and Todaiji Nigatsudo.
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Exploring Nara, Japan is so much more than cute deer in Nara Park. As Japan's capital in the 8th century, Nara is full of significant historical sites. In this video we embark on a day trip from Osaka to explore Nara Park, Todaiji Temple - with the worlds largest bronze Buddha, and Todaiji Nigatsudo.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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It was casually shot with an Iphone with no intentions of being put together in a cohesive video. I did however decide to post it because it's full of some of my happiest experiences that I will love seeing in my old age.
2 Days in Munich, Germany!
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We spent two days in Munich and it wasn't enough! Two things that stand out in my mind is the skeleton covered in gems, and a church that gave me the creeps.
Me and my wife went to Koya during our trip last year, we took the opportunity to make a prayer at the shrine there, my aunt has cancer so we wished for her to get a healthy. 2 months ago we got news that her cancer treatment has been successful, we still can't believe it because at the time things didn't look good for her. Next year we will be going back to Koya and we plan to take my aunt with us.
Beautifully and professionally done … appreciate your sharing ❤ what month were u guys there ? April or March ?
Thank you, that’s so kind of you to say. This video includes footage from October and April.
These videos are fantastic, and I've been taking notes for our trip in October! The photography is fantastic, and I love the color palette as well. What are you shooting with?
@justinbiegler8882 Thanks Justin - I love your commentary. October is a fantastic time of year to visit. I shot 98% of the Japan stuff with the Canon R6 using the 24-70 f2.8L lens.
I am in osaka in a week, this looks beautiful. Defintely going to visit.
@oliviawells563 Hi Olivia, I have no doubt you’ll love it. Enjoy your trip!
Great vid, some incredible shots. What was the camera situation? I’m taking 5 cameras with me next month 😂
@ravipatel85 Thanks! 5 cameras - daaang! I took the Canon R6 with two lenses. The 24 to 70 f2.8L and the 16mm prime. I never used the prime. I also brought the DJI air2s because we also went to rural areas, but never used it.
They rallied to the cause.,victor
Awesome recommendations, also sick photos! instant subscribe!
Thanks man!
What a beautiful video. I cannot wait to visit Koyasan
@theotherdj1 Thank you for your kind words. I think you will really enjoy Koyasan. It definitely is one of my favorite places.
Thanks for the great tips - very helpful. And the pictures you took are out of this world - just WOW! 🤩
@xfuttex Thanks! I’m stoked you liked the video and found it helpful. I don’t consider myself a good photographer, so your comment has me feeling great😊
Great video very informative and well put together!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you so much!
Fantastic video!
Thank you so much!
Shinjuku is a city never sleeps 😪
So True!
I like it! Best regards from Germany.
@marian7162 Danke schön! Guten Tag from the other side of the screen!
Greetings! Happy to support a growing channel like myself. Just subbed and keep up the great travel content. Even though I’m not a DBacks fan I still like the hat!
Thanks! You comment made me smile 🙂
@@MMTravelJournal I’m all about spreading kindness where I can! Everyone needs a little positivity here and there :)
@@dbproductreviews6319 Love it, your are almost there!
Thanks for all info and tips, beautiful video! Will arrive next Thursday in Tokyo and definitely visit some of your recommendations
I’m glad you liked the video and got some good info out of it. I wish I was going on Thursday!
@marcel_vg I’m sure you’re having an epic experience in Tokyo right now. I just wanted to give you a shout out and a link to my google maps Tokyo list. Enjoy! Tokyo Video · Matt maps.app.goo.gl/HZcwtoZ24hiDbzzAA?g_st=i
Great video!!!! Tysm
Thanks!!!!! I’m stoked you liked it.
Getting excited about my upcoming trip in August 2024.
I bet, you gotta share your experience when you get back.
I’ll be there too! August 1st-8th! Super excited .
Oh yeah! When you get back, you gotta let everybody know what your favorite spots were.
Me too! 4th time to Japan, arriving Aug 30.
4th time - awesome!
Niiiiiiiiiiiiice, love your vids. I think I'm your first fan. 😀
Like the new name... Good idea to add your specific brand (M&M) to the name now.
I think you’re our first fan too! Thanks Man! I’m stoked you like the latest vid.
You’re totally right about the new name, that was Michelle’s idea.
Best video about Koyasan on yt
Thanks!
Hi there! 39 and 42 year olds here! Last year my husband and I had gone to Japan for two weeks and one of our first stops after Fukuoka was a super remote and non touristy place called Amagase Onsen. Since I have tattoos, it was semi hard finding spots to get the onsen experience. We were already going to Kinosaki Onsen later that week but feeling tired we wanted to stop at Amagase before heading to Hita Japan to try out our very first onsen. But these were really public! Like on the side of the river that locals use that were also coed and didn't discriminate against tattoos. So when we got there we saw that one of the 7 along the banks was empty. Not for long though! As we made our way down to it, two little old local men also had the same idea and there we were, all 4 of us, in our birthday suits and while I was a little nervous, it all melted away as soon as we made small broken conversations with them. What an experience! We're heading to Hakone in Feb 2025 and really excited for it. I grew up watching anime and that's where Evangelion was also based off of in the series. Awesome video!
That sounds like such a cool experience! I watched your Kinosaki video - it was fantastic. Did you make a video on the Amagase Onsen. Reading your description painted a picture in my mind, so I'm just curios of what it looked like. Cheers!
@@MMTravelJournal aww thanks for watching our Kinosaki video. That place is really awesome and want to head back there. And yes our Amagase Onsen should be on the list too. It's titled under "Amagase Onsen." To respect the locals we didn't video that experience but the little town is so beautiful. Super easy to get to from Fukuoka. ua-cam.com/video/AIQkHfzxVyg/v-deo.htmlsi=r_MDBK46DTmNTbdm
I don’t know how I missed that. Just watched - I love it. What really appeals to me is it’s not crawling with tourists. I marked it on my google maps. So if I find myself in Fukuoka in the future, I might check it out.
@@MMTravelJournal So it def gets packed during their summer festivals. It looks so pretty too. They have lanterns hanging all over the river area. We would love to go back there and really enjoy it. They have a few ryokan and hotels there too. Not this trip in Feb but the next time we go, we're heading to the Kyushu area to enjoy more of the countryside again.
thank you for sharing your visit in Kyoto! beautiful place!
Thanks!
Hahaha, loved the opening line. And the lady laughing and probably thinking "You F're why you put me and not tell me we're still recording.
It made me laugh, I had to include it - lol!
Your cinematography is awesome 🌷👍🌷 I can feel the calmness in your mind and the joy in your heart. It’s such a delight to follow your steps in Koyasan. Thank you so much 🙏
That’s so kind of you to say - thank you!
Were these all walkable in one day?
Yes, except the Fushimi Inari Taisha, you need to take the subway to that. Theoretically you could do them all in one day, but I think that would be a terrible experience.
Can I only select highlight spots to visit since I only have 1-day trip? Could you please suggest 4-5 spots on Mt. Koya? Thank you.
I would definitely visit Okunoin and the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi at the end of the walking path at Okunoin. Next, the Danjo Garan Temple complex. After that, the Daimon gate. That is the top three that can be done in a day. You can grab a tourist map when you get to Mt. Koya with ideas on how to spend the rest of the day.
Excellent video!!! Thank you!!!❤
Thanks!!
You can tell you are a photographer cause you focused on simple but amazing structures and wilderness
Thanks Jane!
How did you buy all the tickets at once? It seems like a lot of trains and buses and worrying about getting lost
Some tourist just really suck unfortunately, on that note I'll be traveling to Japan this April beautiful video bro!😊
Thanks! In my opinion, April is the best time of year in Japan. Enjoy your trip!
Great video! 🥹 i will be traveling to Osaka-Kyoto this Oct, will add this on my itinerary.
Thanks! Hope you enjoy it!
I really love your videos broooooooo! They stand out from all the others IMO. And love the super pro camera work, great editing, great VO. Keep 'em comin'!
Wow! I’ve been doubting my style of content. I’ve wondered if it’s not palatable for most people. Your comment is encouraging and makes me feel good! I’m stoked you like it, and thanks for lifting me up.
Your narration, the visuals, and the music transported me to Koyasan. I felt what you felt, I had tears of joy in my eyes, it came from something deeper than that it’s hard to explain. We’re going to Osaka on the last week of this month and I just added Koyasan to our itinerary. Thank you so much. You have been very helpful 🙏👍❤
Your comment makes me feel so good! Koyasan is a special place, and I'm happy to share that. I am envious of your upcoming trip, and wish you the best experience in Japan. I would love it if you shared some of your experience when you get back. Cheers!
Welcome to another dimension on this planet!!
I love it!
ohhh you missed the rosedal, probably one of te most beautiful parks in the world and also the Japanese gardens and the local China Town :/
It’s a big city with lots to do!
Beautiful. Great video.
Thank you! I’m glad you liked it.
good evening~ Super- fantastic .