First Class Japanese Vending Machine Ferry to Hokkaido

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  • @Lucybell783
    @Lucybell783 2 роки тому +624

    "I still don't have magical powers." Yes you do! You transport me to a ferry ride in Japan from my house here in Michigan in the United States! I really do enjoy your channel.

    • @annthrockmorton1517
      @annthrockmorton1517 2 роки тому +29

      Georgia for me! And I recommended the channel to a FB friend in Oklahoma the other day because she was feeling depressed (to get her mind on something else!)
      It is totally magical to have such an inside view of wonderful Japan. . .somewhere that I don't know if I will ever see in person.

    • @RKusmie64
      @RKusmie64 2 роки тому +13

      I'm in MI also! ♥

    • @dmanc85
      @dmanc85 2 роки тому +13

      I live in the UK and even though we're an island nation we don't have this kind of need for ferry travel as we're a fairly flat-land so our internal travel is done by car/train/plane. It's so interesting to see how different each ferry experience is in these vids. The first person view also makes it seem like you're the one actually experiencing it too.

    • @kelliekretzmer4998
      @kelliekretzmer4998 2 роки тому +12

      Michigan here too!

    • @SoloTravelJapan
      @SoloTravelJapan  2 роки тому +69

      Thanks guys for your kind words! I appreciate it.

  • @trishagail353
    @trishagail353 2 роки тому +380

    Asking the vending machine if it wants to be unplugged and 'What's wrong?...I love you....We patched thing up' was hilarious!!🤣 I'm amazed at the foods available in these vending machines. We don't have those in the US, not that I'm aware of anyways. Another great video!

    • @ThyPandora
      @ThyPandora 2 роки тому +8

      @@maeudaou7347 Lapdog that is running laps ahead of us in technology. America's going too fascist to care, either.

    • @joesmith701
      @joesmith701 2 роки тому +2

      @@ThyPandora it really depends where your looking, the US just tends to be ahead in other area's of tech. Also when did and how did the US go fascist? I can understand saying it's gotten worse in the last 10 years but still not fascistic.

    • @Peizxcv
      @Peizxcv 2 роки тому +1

      Where is the "What's wrong?...I love you....We patched thing up" part? I saw the unplug part

    • @ShawnMadeInUSA
      @ShawnMadeInUSA 2 роки тому

      is there vending machine for aborted fetus??

    • @Peizxcv
      @Peizxcv 2 роки тому +1

      @@ShawnMadeInUSA I think you are best suited to answer that question

  • @hhin
    @hhin 2 роки тому +126

    I ❤️ your sense of humour. Your conversation with the vending machine " would you like to be unplugged" 🤣🤣🤣

    • @hassanalihusseini1717
      @hassanalihusseini1717 2 роки тому +5

      Haha, I liked that, too. When the vending machine knows better than you what you will like! 🙂

  • @peacefulldiva215
    @peacefulldiva215 2 роки тому +81

    I am happy you were able to patch things up with that vending machine. You two need each other! 😅

  • @frostempress4176
    @frostempress4176 2 роки тому +20

    I’m an introverted American and I absolutely love watching your videos especially before I go to bed. I find them very interesting and relaxing…One day I wish to visit Japan at least once in my lifetime.

  • @VerhoevenSimon
    @VerhoevenSimon 2 роки тому +33

    It's really interesting (and at times depressing) to see what public transportation is like in different countries. Those ferries in Japan look delightful.

  • @lagbait3076
    @lagbait3076 2 роки тому +20

    An just like that our hero of the story was denied curry and a surprise guest appearance from ketchup. I am glad that you and vending machine were able to reconcile. Stay tuned next time adventurers, when his magic powers may kick in.
    Other than the morning rush that looks like a decent bare bones ship, it gets the job done. Thanks for sharing Solo.

  • @redrum707monkey
    @redrum707monkey 2 роки тому +40

    as an American who has traveled using ground and air I like watching another country's transportation system even envy yours thanks for making this kind of content

  • @dmanc85
    @dmanc85 2 роки тому +117

    Imagine paying for a deluxe cabin for yourself only to find another person joining you! I'd be furious.

    • @marianthelibrarian2274
      @marianthelibrarian2274 2 роки тому +18

      I came here to say the same thing! And after you pay a deluxe rate, 50%(!) more for privacy?!

    • @carlyjmc
      @carlyjmc 2 роки тому +25

      @@marianthelibrarian2274 you pay the 50% to not have anyone else join you. The fee quoted was without the 50% charge for exclusive sole use, as the company arent implementing the rule currently due to covid I assume

    • @marianthelibrarian2274
      @marianthelibrarian2274 2 роки тому +43

      @carlyjmc right, sorry, i wasn't clear, I realize he didn't have to pay it. Still, this ferry charges a customer a deluxe fee, for a deluxe room and then also expects her/him to pay a fee of 50% for privacy. I would have expected privacy to be part of the "deluxe" experience after paying an elevated rate to begin with.

    • @carlyjmc
      @carlyjmc 2 роки тому +6

      @@marianthelibrarian2274 yes I totally agree

    • @MrSheckstr
      @MrSheckstr 2 роки тому +3

      I wonder what was the “standard” cabin like

  • @daveball3081
    @daveball3081 2 роки тому +9

    Hachinohe! I used to visit Hachinohe in the 1980s from Misawa! I have very fond memories of those times. Thank you for bringing back memories! Your videos are always a pleasure!

  • @ziqueez
    @ziqueez 2 роки тому +9

    I've visited Japan 3 times now and every time I go, my need to go back grows stronger and stronger. The main difficulty I have with covid is not being able to visit Japan, but your videos help me deal with that. I think I'll move there one day.

  • @PeachWookiee
    @PeachWookiee 2 роки тому +58

    Ah, my weekend piece of chill! As usual, I envy Japan’s super-nice ferries. Where I live, most of the ferries are considerably older than 20 years and don’t have the amenities Japan’s ferries do. I’d love a good quality vending machine on my state’s ferries! Thank you again for sharing your trips with us!

    • @nancyreynard6683
      @nancyreynard6683 2 роки тому

      Sleepy time! These videos put me right to sleep. I do love how funny he is x

  • @laurak5174
    @laurak5174 2 роки тому +22

    I'm home from work on medical leave and found your channel and have been binge watching ever since! Now I...#1 have placed Japan on my bucket list and #2 need to find a local Japanese food store to try some of this delicious looking food!!

  • @sdetent5787
    @sdetent5787 2 роки тому +11

    So glad you and the vending machine are getting along again. Thanks for sharing the trip.

  • @firewalker7136
    @firewalker7136 2 роки тому +10

    You've gotten very good at filming without letting people see who you are. ;) Thank you for giving us the grand tour. It's always peaceful to watch.

  • @rainbowpickle
    @rainbowpickle 2 роки тому +12

    I love your sense of humor. Subtitles are so awesome. One day you will have magical powers. 😊

  • @anarchystar
    @anarchystar 2 роки тому +1

    STJ, I admire the fact that you make videos portraying a journey that an average person might take, instead of the unfortunate UA-cam trend where people focus only on the most expensive cabins or food.

  • @maggiedunn3584
    @maggiedunn3584 2 роки тому +7

    I am a fan from Hong Kong. Thank you so much for making overnight ferries 🚢 and trains🚂 videos! I enjoy all of them😊especially when you introduce us to all sorts of sleeping places and the meals 😋. I will keep watching your travel videos. Arigato😄

  • @drunkinmonk1991
    @drunkinmonk1991 2 роки тому +4

    Your subtitles were very funny today.

  • @hassanalihusseini1717
    @hassanalihusseini1717 2 роки тому +5

    Another great and relaxing video full of humour! Thank you for that!

  • @Bobrogers99
    @Bobrogers99 2 роки тому +11

    I wish we had vending machines with that type of food choices in my area!

  • @minguyen567
    @minguyen567 2 роки тому +3

    "I'm Japanese. Very polite."
    Proceed to threaten to unplug the vending machine.
    I haven't laughed that much for a while 🤣

  • @catherine4970
    @catherine4970 2 роки тому +2

    Yay! A new video! Always enjoyable. Thank you.

  • @donnamanitu8673
    @donnamanitu8673 2 роки тому +8

    Just started watching and remembering how your experience was the last time on a ship with just vending machines. I know that you will enjoy your room and hope that the food is better on this journey.

  • @bonbonafide2ko872
    @bonbonafide2ko872 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for these beautiful and entertaining videos. I love your content. So very relaxing.

  • @danhdoan4424
    @danhdoan4424 2 роки тому

    You know what, before viewing any clip on this solo travel japan channel, i would like to press like button first no matter what content video contains *-: to appriciate the one who made it for us...i really like them all...

  • @gloriawatson
    @gloriawatson 2 роки тому +4

    Your cabin looked very nice and it was definitely clean. It used to be (back in the day) when a cabin could accommodate two people, but only one person was going to occupy it, they would charge you double rate to make up for the lost revenue. Sorry you didn't get your curry and rice. I don't think I'd be all that fond of the ketchup and rice, but glad it worked out for you. I thought the snow was beautiful. Just hope you were dressed warmly. Love your food channel too. Waiting for your next videos. 😊

  • @Helloworld-ss5uv
    @Helloworld-ss5uv 2 роки тому +26

    I always appreciate your sense of humor, Solo Travel! Though it’s a shame you still don’t have magic powers. 🤣
    And I can’t help but “ohhh” and “ahhh” at the escalator. I’ve never seen one on a ship before! 🤩

    • @ariaoliver1183
      @ariaoliver1183 2 роки тому +7

      I came here to "like" any comments about his fantastic humour! "It's not what it looks like, I just don't want to carry coins with me" he says as he goes back for food right after claiming he wouldn't eat anything else lol

  • @debbiegleeson155
    @debbiegleeson155 2 роки тому

    I found your channel last night when I couldn't sleep and I was just on you tube looking for something to watch, I am now hooked as I really enjoyed your videos and look forward to seeing more, thank you.

  • @IrishAnnie222
    @IrishAnnie222 2 роки тому +1

    Love this channel, sooo calming

  • @klars3207
    @klars3207 2 роки тому +17

    Can't imagine getting a deluxe cabin by yourself and then having another person allocated to stay with you. I would definitely pay the extra fee if necessary.

    • @Quila1125
      @Quila1125 2 роки тому +7

      ya really. i wouldnt want some random person in their. i guess in japan people dont mind. but here in the states it wouldnt be safe

  • @agnesh.716
    @agnesh.716 2 роки тому

    Thank you for your videos. They're at a really nice mellow pace which I enjoy so much and I like your humor too. Wonderful!

  • @BananaLaLa33
    @BananaLaLa33 2 роки тому +4

    "I'm Japanese" "I'm polite" LMAO that was funny.

  • @cageli
    @cageli 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much I really like your descriptions and the time to show everything...and your very polite x

  • @dennisd9914
    @dennisd9914 2 роки тому +2

    Finally another vending machine adventure! This is amazing and thank you! Hope you will make those one-day trip videos of a city soon.

  • @tori.doe.
    @tori.doe. 2 роки тому +2

    Lol @ “it’s not what it looks like…I don’t like to carry coins” got me! 🤣 Just subscribed to your 2nd channel!! Yay you!

  • @Del-Lebo
    @Del-Lebo 2 роки тому +3

    Relaxing journey. Always love the calm and sounds.

  • @jaxsom12
    @jaxsom12 2 роки тому

    I love your humor so much. I always watch your videos on Sunday night, they are so calming and just fun. Thanks so much for making these

  • @littlemisstentoes
    @littlemisstentoes 2 роки тому +4

    I just found your videos today and have been binging them all day! Your captions are adorable and very descriptive! Love when you said you didn't want to carry around extra coins after saying you shouldn't eat more 😂😂😂

  • @MsNeontigger
    @MsNeontigger 2 роки тому

    I love your humor. I love looking at all the sights in Japan thank you

  • @CautiousDavid
    @CautiousDavid 2 роки тому

    Your captions are hilarious 😂 Excellent videos, thank you 🥰

  • @MamaLinz123
    @MamaLinz123 2 роки тому

    Thank you SO much for this wonderful video!!
    I felt transported from my little home in England, all the way to Japan…
    Wonderful stuff ❤️

  • @siddharthgopinath4460
    @siddharthgopinath4460 2 роки тому

    Been watching your videos since you started and my gosh are they still such a high standard !! So impressive and your humour is fabulous. All the best and warm wishes from Sydney

  • @lesbw356
    @lesbw356 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for another wonderful adventure!!!!!

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 2 роки тому

    Love your videos and your wonderful sense of humor...when I want to leave my world behind, thank you for letting me enjoy your world.

  • @beverley9491
    @beverley9491 2 роки тому

    Wow about your comments regarding the fees. I did have a good laugh at the curry mishap. Your videos are so enjoyable.

  • @marsha6549
    @marsha6549 Рік тому

    Sorry I'm a year late here, but I worked at two-three retail companies that provided a vending machine in the employee lunchroom with various breakfast, lunch and dessert options. Several shelves were filled with food items.
    The shelves rotate when one presses a button to see the food. One pays, using paper money and/or coins. The food
    rotates to the front, where the door opens to retrieve the paid selection. Microwave ovens were available for heating the food, if required.

  • @HerchelBaliwas
    @HerchelBaliwas 2 роки тому

    I enjoy ferry ride than planes. I haven't gotten into any for 25 years. I wish I could do it again. Thanks for taking me to places thru your videos. They are all great!

  • @ShogunZIlla
    @ShogunZIlla 2 роки тому

    Great video! Love your funny comments! I definitely think I would pass on this ferry though myself!

  • @fletchkc35
    @fletchkc35 2 роки тому

    Love the video. Amazing how clean these places are. I’m jealous how things are taken care of in Japan. Well done video!

  • @OSDevon
    @OSDevon 2 роки тому

    I love every single one of your videos. You allow me to feel as if I am somewhere far away, traveling and exploring like I never could imagine I'd be able to do :)
    I also very much enjoy your musings and observations
    Thank you so much for your wonderful videos, and I hope you are safe, happy, and doing well!

  • @tng2057
    @tng2057 2 роки тому +14

    Yes, totally agree that such ‘red eye ferries’ make one feel rushed. If I have to take a car ferry (when not in businesses trip of course) I always go for those arriving beyond 10am to make the trip more civilized.

  • @lifeisbeautiful8852
    @lifeisbeautiful8852 9 місяців тому

    I love how clean the sinks and vending machines area are.

  • @dhalz4152
    @dhalz4152 2 роки тому

    Why am I now addicted to watching these wonderful cheery travel videos?? I credit the artist.

  • @katiepeterson2306
    @katiepeterson2306 2 роки тому

    Ah, another lovely relaxing video. I love that you forgave the machine for being confused.

  • @jevvvNZ
    @jevvvNZ 2 роки тому

    Oh no! Glad it tasted ok. Once again: thank you for sharing your travels and food with us

  • @dianalee4312
    @dianalee4312 2 роки тому

    I am loving your travels and your great sense of humour too.

  • @SamSeoMaC
    @SamSeoMaC 2 роки тому +6

    Very beautiful place at the end 👏🏻 I want to explore the Japan's islands .
    🇧🇷🇯🇵🇧🇷🇯🇵🇧🇷🇯🇵

  • @kod-ee-wom-pl
    @kod-ee-wom-pl 2 роки тому

    Hello? Thank you for the beautiful and relaxing tour. It’s a lovely cruise trip 😃 🚢 Enjoyed watching 👏🏻👏🏻Have a wonderful day 😊

  • @eidolusgad
    @eidolusgad 2 роки тому

    I used to love traveling across Canada by bus, but such buses no longer exist. So watching you travel around Japan to see all that your beautiful country has to offer is the next best thing. Happy travels, friend.

  • @ukendtkendt5130
    @ukendtkendt5130 2 роки тому

    The Vending Machine on Ferries are good idea, European haven't learn how to use it yet, could learn alot from Japan. I like your channel "Solo Travel Japan" and other channels, big thumb up as always

  • @vivianmavros2963
    @vivianmavros2963 Рік тому

    Another great entertaining episode thank you. You always make me laugh and your curry very good 👍🏽

  • @jessicathecrazy
    @jessicathecrazy 2 роки тому

    I just adore your channel. It’s so relaxing.

  • @zanerichards8348
    @zanerichards8348 2 роки тому

    I'm happy for you and the vending machine. Omedeto gozaimasu! You really crack me up!

  • @moogiealways3016
    @moogiealways3016 2 роки тому

    The tea towel in the coffee drawer-- use it as a hot pad for bringing food back from vending area.

  • @Celticdanse
    @Celticdanse 2 роки тому

    I really enjoy your sense of humor!

  • @elchinator
    @elchinator 2 роки тому +3

    02:00 Confusing?!? Imagine us westeners getting such a form to fill out. I would probably fill it with numbers like a sudoku game. And enjoy the Pikachu faces at the counter when handing it back... 😁

  • @kjohnson5932
    @kjohnson5932 2 роки тому

    Love watching these from Tampa Florida USA🇺🇸. makes me want to visit Japan😊🇯🇵

  • @aalxstarz9612
    @aalxstarz9612 2 роки тому

    I love this account already it’s funny and relaxing 😭

  • @drewdicroce166
    @drewdicroce166 2 роки тому

    I so enjoy watching these videos and the trains and Ferries are always so clean and well thought out, I wish the trains in America would take lessons from Japan in how to treat customers.

  • @yakacm
    @yakacm 2 роки тому +1

    When we used to get the ferry to The Isle of Man in the 1970's and 80's to watch the TT, the ferry was definitely more dark ages than this, there weren't any cabins everyone just sort of slept were they were, like lying on the deck or some such, and if it was rough there would be vomit everywhere, or you could have a jolly old knees up in the bar. Actually, thinking about it, there may have been cabins, my old man was probably just to tight to pay for one.

  • @najihafelder2592
    @najihafelder2592 2 роки тому +1

    I love your channel ❤️❤️ it feels like I'm there too

  • @TuckerSP2011
    @TuckerSP2011 2 роки тому +1

    Enjoyable journey! Glad you and vending machine made up! 😅

  • @Indrakusuma_a
    @Indrakusuma_a 2 роки тому

    You have my respect for always cleaning up your plate down to the last bit of it.

  • @Excitable67
    @Excitable67 2 роки тому

    That was fun! I got SUCH a laugh from you threatening the vending machine! I didn't expect to see that! LOL Sure looked cold there, compared to your other recent videos!

  • @jntothelo9864
    @jntothelo9864 2 роки тому

    🤣 you had me at “i love you”… thank you for making my day☺️… again☺️

  • @Gloria00082
    @Gloria00082 2 роки тому +1

    Lol I love you😂me to when dealing w food vending machines. I also love all your channels. Love from New Jersey❤🙏

  • @ThePykitty
    @ThePykitty 2 роки тому +1

    So glad you and the vending machine made up!

    • @patrickinottawa27
      @patrickinottawa27 2 роки тому

      But the vending machine got the last laugh - sticking him with Ketchup flavored Rice, rather than his much loved Curry Rice.

  • @benjaminmontgomery8479
    @benjaminmontgomery8479 2 роки тому

    I agree 100 percent with you my friend I do not like to carry change either, so why let the good food sit there uneaten haha. Another enjoyable adventure, thank you for sharing these times with all of your viewers.

  • @javierpaffen
    @javierpaffen 2 роки тому

    Hi, i'm from Barranquilla, Colombia and i need to tell you I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! these makes me relax and enjoy the landscapes and your adventures. I just subscribed to your channel a few days ago and i watchet at least 20 of your videos

  • @AmbientWalking
    @AmbientWalking 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely fantastic! What an awesome journey!

  • @RedStickLouisiana
    @RedStickLouisiana 2 роки тому

    That food looked pretty good for vending machine food. I was really impressed by the vending machines in Japan. Thanks for the video.

  • @mariemorgan7759
    @mariemorgan7759 2 роки тому

    I love your travel videos! That room does look nice and modernist style. I have a fascination with Japanese vending machines,this video is very ASMR for me!😁

  • @VashGames
    @VashGames 2 роки тому +5

    Best vending machine conversations. Having to pay an extra 50% to not have a random person join you in a close quarters room feels a bit much.

    • @Vlad2319
      @Vlad2319 2 роки тому +1

      Making up for lost fare. Plus they probably do a full tear down and clean even with the single passenger.

  • @CopiousDoinksLLC
    @CopiousDoinksLLC 2 роки тому +84

    It's sad that we'll never see vending machines like this in the West. Unfortunately, we just can't be trusted not to break them like the Japanese can.

    • @AnnarieNicole
      @AnnarieNicole 2 роки тому +13

      Location is everything. Certain locations could be trusted with them. Others, not so much.

    • @MrSheckstr
      @MrSheckstr 2 роки тому +7

      It makes me nostalgic for the automat dinners we once had

    • @edwinrodeo
      @edwinrodeo 2 роки тому +8

      13% … rules apply 😒

    • @ZebbMassiv
      @ZebbMassiv 2 роки тому

      The west really lacks smarter style Machines and food options are so low compared to very unhealthy snacks.

    • @dtothee8730
      @dtothee8730 2 роки тому

      @@AnnarieNicole True but it's also true that in the west MOST PLACES can't be trusted with them. That's the key point. In these types of conversations there's no logical meaning for one to bring up an "exception".

  • @Geemeel1
    @Geemeel1 2 роки тому

    great vid once again... unbelievable how you can pick up one rice grain with those sticks... Wow !!

  • @PrismApplied
    @PrismApplied 2 роки тому

    Great sense of humor. Thank you.

  • @mishong3
    @mishong3 2 роки тому +1

    I love you, we patched things up. I don’t like to carry coins🤣🤣 Absolutely funny! Made me laugh so much. Thank you for tickling my funny bone

  • @erikamarie2787
    @erikamarie2787 2 роки тому

    Awww I hope you get your curry rice some other time! Thanks always for the wonderful videos you put up :)

  • @1966pennylane
    @1966pennylane 2 роки тому

    You are so subtly funny and always make me smile. 😊

  • @janeoverby2151
    @janeoverby2151 2 роки тому

    Just watching your adventures is magic for me. I would love to travel to Japan....maybe someday. Love you food channel too!

  • @lesbw356
    @lesbw356 2 роки тому

    Absolutely love your ferry trips……especially the longer rides!

  • @MrDavrehck
    @MrDavrehck 2 роки тому

    i love watching your videos, and i giggled in this video.

  • @Karin8861
    @Karin8861 2 роки тому +2

    Vending Machine: I don't know you
    Solo: Calm down, I'm Japanese. I got this.
    Love it

  • @fader2701
    @fader2701 2 роки тому

    Love the humor in the subtitles

  • @stacyrussell460
    @stacyrussell460 2 роки тому

    This was very interesting. Thank you.

  • @KittyRuxpin13
    @KittyRuxpin13 2 роки тому

    You are so much fun!! Love your videos!!!

  • @Gonewithjon
    @Gonewithjon 2 роки тому +1

    I love your videos. Thanks from America 💪

  • @blankadams3120
    @blankadams3120 2 роки тому +1

    Somehow, the moment you mentioned 'ketchup rice', I knew it was coming...
    Also, good lord, I've never experienced nostalgia over an escalator...

  • @rubysy2531
    @rubysy2531 2 роки тому

    I was laughing so much when you said I’m very polite, and then said to the vending machine do want to be unplugged. Hi from uk love witty comments.