You've really inspired my wife and I to visit Iwate when we are finally able to take our big trip to Japan. We're grateful for every video you put out whenever it arrives, we will gladly wait patiently for such relaxing and insightful videos!
Inspired you guys to visit? I'm so happy to hear that! That is literally the reason that I am making these videos! And thank you for watching and commenting!
Your videos have helped me a lot lately, so keep up the great work. A fun tidbit is that Hanamaki, in the Iwate Prefecture, is the sister city for where I was born and currently live which is Hot Springs, Arkansas in the US. More the reason to visit! Thanks again.
No apologies necessary, my good man, Quinlan. You offer a keyhole into an area of Japan that is little covered and oh, so beautiful. Good work, my friend.
Wow, another stunning location, its a shame so many paths were cut off, a true living environment. My recent coastal hikes in England had the same issue from bad storms but I'm just grateful for such amazing views. Thank you for another great video! All good things come to those who wait, don't apologise!!
Thank you! Wow- someday I'll get to the coast of England. Must be amazing. Comments like these really make me want to get out and show more of the area around here.. thanks so much!
From 2021 have the costal trails been repaired?🤔 Honeslty I’m running out of words to say how much the nature of Iwate appeals to me. Simply everything is beautiful. Another thing that is fascinating now that I’m sorta binging your videos is to see the evolution of your videos. Not your enthusiasm nor how much you enjoy sharing the beauty of north Japan, that I can say hasn’t changed, but its clear that you are putting more effort in the realisation of these videos. They are longer, there is more music aside from the intro (wich I love btw), you include different perspectives and pov, enhanced with the use of the drone, which helps in underscoring the beauty of what is around you. in short it’s a work of love😊
Actually yes! The trails have been repaired! I was out doing a short mountainous stretch today and it was all repaired! (I saw on facebook a bunch of trail-runners I know doing a 30km stretch.) And thank you! I'm doing my best, but it's a long long road!
@@GoNorthJapan Great news! Costal trails are sometimes the best of both worlds, the sea and the land. Just an example but if one way you decide to go to Spain on holidays, in Catalonia there this three days trail called Cami de Ronda that goes up the north coast of the region and it is amazing! www.camideronda.com
I understand you have an Airbnb room for rent in your home in Morioka. What are the chances of combining this with some guided tours to these amazing places? Just a comment regarding the long term - stating the date you visit each place might be helpful.
Just popped over from Sharla's video and subscribed. I really enjoy the informational aspects I've seen in your videos so far. It seems, from the few videos I've watched, you have an appreciation for learning deeply about the places you visit and the history behind them. I tend to be the same way in everything I do so I'll stick around and watch some more!
Thanks so much for this video! I'm planning my trip for next year and am looking into the Sanriku Coast. I can't drive but taxi-ing or hiking along a section of the Coastal Trail really seems worth it to see these cliffs! xNina
Absolutely beautiful! There's a place much like this all the way across the world in Maine at Acadia National Park. I was struck with how similar some of the views and treelines are!
We are so excited- planning a trip (albeit only a week) in the Tohoku region. Shall be there April 4, 2020. Choosing where to go is hard! I’ve been to Japan several times (never north of Mito, Ibaraki) but it’s my hubby’s first visit. He chose Tohoku and I couldn’t be happier.
Thanks again, I really wanna see more of the Sanriku coast it looks beautiful. I think i prefer winter to summer in places like that, especially watching storms and the rough ocean.
Finally had to subscribe. Been watching you several times on Sharla's channel and you seem like a pretty cool guy. Your content is very interesting as well. Thanks for doing what you do. 🙏👍✌
Beautiful cliffs and drone footage! Do you know what destroys these trails in a typhoon? Monster waves? Mudslides caused by torrential rain? Both? And a techinical question: sometimes your handheld camera gives good resolution footage, and sometimes it doesn't (like in the intro here, and again towards the end when you show that same path on a narrow peninsula). Why is that? Finally, don't sweat it too much concerning the frequency of your videos you have a unique niche and we'll wait! Although I guess the algorithms might be a bit friendlier with a more regular schedule, but hey - you just do you what you can!
Definitely both, but I think for the road that was all eaten up it was landslides caused by heavy rainfall that did it, or that's what a guy from the local city hall told me. In terms of the footage quality... yeah. I have upgraded my GoPro a couple times, but the intro footage is still old. Need to fix that soon, thanks for reminding me!
Also sent here by Sharla, loving your videos. (I’m only a couple in though sofar) You seem so friendly, kinda like I’m watching videos from an old friend. Loving the vibe. Where did you live before Japan if you don’t mind me asking?
GoNorth Japan Madison is a wonderful city, a lot of good people up there. I love living in Chicago, but the quality of people can often leave a lot to be desired.
@@iamalpacino Yeah, I love Madison as well! Great people in Chicago too I'm sure.. but yeah, in a big city like that you get all sorts. Must be fun though!
Thanks for this amazing footage! I've been searching and make a research about this place since 2014 and yes, this is my TOP ON LIST WISHLIST to do!😭😭😭. I had postpone my journey at this place several times due to costing transportation issus😭😭😭. This place is sooooo remote and only the nearby villagers known this place.
Seen you a bunch on Sharla's channel, just subscribed! I'd like to start exploring the North/Eastern parts of Japan next, thanks for all the lovely vids!
What great drone shots! I appreciate your ranking the difficulty of the trails you review. It helps planning if we know how long it might take, or what trails are under construction. Keep up the great work! Love seeing your videos.
Thanks! Ok! I'll be sure to give that kind of information! The next video (probably) will be a winter Mt. Iwate hike that I did on November 30th.. But it was so cold my GoPro kept dying and it wouldn't work hardly at all near the summit so I'm not sure if the footage I got is enough.. . I'll try though!
WOW! That is a gorgeous area! Kayaking would be amazing! So there is a beach down there by the falls- but that path is blocked? Will they get it cleared by spring!? I wonder would beautiful it would be in spring!
I don't know when they'll clear the path... but hopefully by next spring or summer! I haven't ever gone down far past the falls so I'm not sure about the beach. But there's definitely one in Fudai and a gravel beach in Tanohata at the Unosu Cliffs.
That is a great question. There doesn't seem to be a place that rents them out nearby, so it would be a challenge to arrange it, but it's not forbidden, as some guy did it and shared photos from his trip: yamap.com/activities/1335037
I swear I've googled "japan long distance trails" at *least* twice over the past couple years, but somehow failed to find out about Michinoku. immediately added to the list of thru-hikes I want to do.
Thanks! I don't have any idea about the brand. There's no label. I received it as a gift about 25 years ago. I was told that it is old German military.
Iwate is the place I have spent most of my time in Japan, I love it there. Hey Quinlan, have you been to Geto Onsen and Geto Kogen Resort (夏油高原スキー場 )? If not I can highly recommend it, beautiful area all year around. Would love to see a video from you of that area :)
Yes! Agreed! I love skiing and have been to GETO to ski a number of times, and also visited the onsen during the summer. That is definitely a beautiful area, thanks for suggesting a video there!
Yeah- if you're just going to enjoy the view from the top and maybe go down to the bottom and back like I did in this video, then that should be enough time!
Don't put yourself under pressure to pump out videos. Look at someone like Chris (Abroad in Japan) and how he does things, it's quality over quantity and you're certainly not lacking in that.
Thank you! Basically everyone says that in order to grow you need to put out a video a week. But at this point it's probably better for me to improve my editing and filming/scripting (I should start scripting instead of doing it all off the cuff) and improve quality before I worry about getting more subscribers. I'm probably already above the number of subscribers I deserve for where I'm at skill-wise. So, yes! I will do as you say!
I watch a lot of hiking and running videos and enjoy your style. Keep it up. This is not a criticism and I am not an expert on camera work, just a fan of beautiful hikes. I find I wish I could see you moving from different angles on the trail. The extra b roll ground camera angles (leaving the camera on the ground and walking past) of some of the UA-camr’s I watch make me feel like I’m participating more in the videos. Almost like I’m on the hike with them. Check this guy’s shots as he starts the hike. ua-cam.com/video/0wnKrNBhvG0/v-deo.html Japan is beautiful, little things like walking through puddles and seeing people disappear in the frame add to the story. Keep up the good work. Take care.
Fantastic tips, thank you. And also thanks for recommending Darwin's channel, love it! I already am editing footage for the next hiking video so too late to do it there, but next time, definitely will try to incorporate those other shots and angles!
I was curious about your name (Jug or not?) so I clicked on it and saw some of your liked videos. Right on top was a song by Now, Now.. a band that I love! Nice!
Thank you! I wasn't confident with this video actually. But the next one will be a snowy mountains, which hopefully will be better! Yes- definitely would be great if you could explore it in person!
Man my Japan bucket list keeps getting bigger and bigger, thanks for shedding light on lesser known parts
There are definitely tons of great places to experience in Japan! Thanks for watching!
I didn't even have a Japan bucket list until now. Nice work!
RIP the man that built all of those steps
Just came over from Sharmander's channel after watching her latest video. Love your videos! Subscribed!
Thank you! Welcome!
Just catching up to all your vlogs....binge watching.....Incredible sceneries....wish I was there😊
Thank you so much for watching!
You’re welcome. Can’t get enough of it.
Just look at the all the colors of blue in that water. Amazing! Thanks for sharing as always.
Thank you for watching and commenting!! Yeah- it's even more beautiful on a sunny day.
I'm getting a subtle Jason Bateman vibe from you, and I love it. Awesome content!! Thank you for sharing 🙏
You've really inspired my wife and I to visit Iwate when we are finally able to take our big trip to Japan. We're grateful for every video you put out whenever it arrives, we will gladly wait patiently for such relaxing and insightful videos!
Inspired you guys to visit? I'm so happy to hear that! That is literally the reason that I am making these videos!
And thank you for watching and commenting!
Thank you for sharing this beautiful area with your wonderful photography!
Every time I watch one of your videos it makes me want to explore the Tohoku region so bad!
Your videos have helped me a lot lately, so keep up the great work. A fun tidbit is that Hanamaki, in the Iwate Prefecture, is the sister city for where I was born and currently live which is Hot Springs, Arkansas in the US. More the reason to visit!
Thanks again.
Oh, you're from Hot Springs! Nice! I used to live in Hanamaki so I've met some of the sister-city staff. Small world!
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PLACE !!!!!
Sent over from Sharla, truly enjoying your content and video style!
Abroad in Japan brought me here.😁👌
No apologies necessary, my good man, Quinlan. You offer a keyhole into an area of Japan that is little covered and oh, so beautiful. Good work, my friend.
Thank you! Much appreciated!
Wow, another stunning location, its a shame so many paths were cut off, a true living environment. My recent coastal hikes in England had the same issue from bad storms but I'm just grateful for such amazing views. Thank you for another great video! All good things come to those who wait, don't apologise!!
But damn... those steps 😅
Thank you! Wow- someday I'll get to the coast of England. Must be amazing. Comments like these really make me want to get out and show more of the area around here.. thanks so much!
@@HappyBerryCrochet Hahahaha. Yes.
@@GoNorthJapan if you ever do, head to Cornwall, Exmoor, Devon etc just stunning!
@@HappyBerryCrochet Got it! I put it on the list! (I have a friend living in Edinburgh so I want to visit Scotland as well...)
I have started upping my hiking trips in Okayama because of you. Thanks for all the great adventure.
That's great to hear! I haven't been out there in years, and never hiked around there. Sounds great! Would love to explore around there as well!
The color of the water when you go down...wow!! As always, thanks for sharing, and hope you're keeping safe. :)
Hello Quinlan,
Please keep up the wonderful footage and commentary.
Much appreciation,
Mama
Thank you! I'll do my best! Your kind words are appreciated!
From 2021 have the costal trails been repaired?🤔
Honeslty I’m running out of words to say how much the nature of Iwate appeals to me.
Simply everything is beautiful.
Another thing that is fascinating now that I’m sorta binging your videos is to see the evolution of your videos.
Not your enthusiasm nor how much you enjoy sharing the beauty of north Japan, that I can say hasn’t changed, but its clear that you are putting more effort in the realisation of these videos.
They are longer, there is more music aside from the intro (wich I love btw), you include different perspectives and pov, enhanced with the use of the drone, which helps in underscoring the beauty of what is around you.
in short it’s a work of love😊
Actually yes! The trails have been repaired! I was out doing a short mountainous stretch today and it was all repaired! (I saw on facebook a bunch of trail-runners I know doing a 30km stretch.)
And thank you! I'm doing my best, but it's a long long road!
@@GoNorthJapan Great news! Costal trails are sometimes the best of both worlds, the sea and the land. Just an example but if one way you decide to go to Spain on holidays, in Catalonia there this three days trail called Cami de Ronda that goes up the north coast of the region and it is amazing! www.camideronda.com
Noice! Incredible strange terrain.
I understand you have an Airbnb room for rent in your home in Morioka. What are the chances of combining this with some guided tours to these amazing places? Just a comment regarding the long term - stating the date you visit each place might be helpful.
thank you for nature video
superb views thank you for trekking up and down so we can all enjoy the beautiful views and places in Japan
Thanks for watching!
thanks for showing us such beautiful places in Japan
Thank you for watching!
Beautiful scenery
Just popped over from Sharla's video and subscribed. I really enjoy the informational aspects I've seen in your videos so far. It seems, from the few videos I've watched, you have an appreciation for learning deeply about the places you visit and the history behind them. I tend to be the same way in everything I do so I'll stick around and watch some more!
Thanks and welcome! Yeah- there's so much that's really interesting around here!
Thanks so much for this video! I'm planning my trip for next year and am looking into the Sanriku Coast. I can't drive but taxi-ing or hiking along a section of the Coastal Trail really seems worth it to see these cliffs! xNina
All the election stuff here in the U.S. is stressin' me out. Your videos make for a nice relaxing refuge.
Wonderful video! Coming to Japan for over a fortnight, so hopefully going to come here :)
It really is a gorgeous area!
hi quinlan second vid i have watched very enjoyable thank you
I realy love the Nature in Japan
Right?!
Absolutely beautiful! There's a place much like this all the way across the world in Maine at Acadia National Park. I was struck with how similar some of the views and treelines are!
Thank you! Yeah- we've got some really stunning landscapes at the national parks in the U.S. - definitely!
putting in the work !!!
We are so excited- planning a trip (albeit only a week) in the Tohoku region. Shall be there April 4, 2020. Choosing where to go is hard! I’ve been to Japan several times (never north of Mito, Ibaraki) but it’s my hubby’s first visit. He chose Tohoku and I couldn’t be happier.
Sounds great! April 4th... there'll still be snow in the mountains then! Should make for some beautiful scenery in a lot of areas!
Thanks again, I really wanna see more of the Sanriku coast it looks beautiful. I think i prefer winter to summer in places like that, especially watching storms and the rough ocean.
Yeah, maybe the winter is one of the best times to visit the coast!
Finally had to subscribe. Been watching you several times on Sharla's channel and you seem like a pretty cool guy. Your content is very interesting as well. Thanks for doing what you do. 🙏👍✌
Thank you and welcome!
Love ur vids!!! ♥️ I can't wait to explore North Japan! - gaijin in Gunma 😘
Came over from Sharlas vlog! Loving your videos!
Thank you and welcome!
Beautiful cliffs and drone footage! Do you know what destroys these trails in a typhoon? Monster waves? Mudslides caused by torrential rain? Both?
And a techinical question: sometimes your handheld camera gives good resolution footage, and sometimes it doesn't (like in the intro here, and again towards the end when you show that same path on a narrow peninsula). Why is that?
Finally, don't sweat it too much concerning the frequency of your videos you have a unique niche and we'll wait! Although I guess the algorithms might be a bit friendlier with a more regular schedule, but hey - you just do you what you can!
Definitely both, but I think for the road that was all eaten up it was landslides caused by heavy rainfall that did it, or that's what a guy from the local city hall told me.
In terms of the footage quality... yeah. I have upgraded my GoPro a couple times, but the intro footage is still old. Need to fix that soon, thanks for reminding me!
Love the views of the Iwate cost 🤩and love your videos 👋🏻from and Italian fan and fellow hiker
Thank you! Italy is also full of beautiful areas to explore!
Magnificent 😍 thank you for another fantastic video 😄
Thank you for watching!
Also sent here by Sharla, loving your videos. (I’m only a couple in though sofar)
You seem so friendly, kinda like I’m watching videos from an old friend. Loving the vibe.
Where did you live before Japan if you don’t mind me asking?
Wow thanks so much! I'm really happy to hear that you like the feeling of them.
I'm originally from Madison, Wisconsin in the States.
GoNorth Japan Madison is a wonderful city, a lot of good people up there. I love living in Chicago, but the quality of people can often leave a lot to be desired.
@@iamalpacino Yeah, I love Madison as well! Great people in Chicago too I'm sure.. but yeah, in a big city like that you get all sorts. Must be fun though!
Thanks for this amazing footage! I've been searching and make a research about this place since 2014 and yes, this is my TOP ON LIST WISHLIST to do!😭😭😭. I had postpone my journey at this place several times due to costing transportation issus😭😭😭. This place is sooooo remote and only the nearby villagers known this place.
Thanks! So glad to hear that! But yeah... it is kind of hard to get there without a car...
@@GoNorthJapan 🙏🙏🙏. I have to work on it!🙏.
Seen you a bunch on Sharla's channel, just subscribed! I'd like to start exploring the North/Eastern parts of Japan next, thanks for all the lovely vids!
Thank you and welcome! Definitely worth exploring!
What great drone shots! I appreciate your ranking the difficulty of the trails you review. It helps planning if we know how long it might take, or what trails are under construction. Keep up the great work! Love seeing your videos.
Thanks! Ok! I'll be sure to give that kind of information! The next video (probably) will be a winter Mt. Iwate hike that I did on November 30th.. But it was so cold my GoPro kept dying and it wouldn't work hardly at all near the summit so I'm not sure if the footage I got is enough.. . I'll try though!
Hello.. I found you from Sharla's channel :)
Hello! Welcome!
WOW! That is a gorgeous area! Kayaking would be amazing! So there is a beach down there by the falls- but that path is blocked? Will they get it cleared by spring!? I wonder would beautiful it would be in spring!
I don't know when they'll clear the path... but hopefully by next spring or summer! I haven't ever gone down far past the falls so I'm not sure about the beach. But there's definitely one in Fudai and a gravel beach in Tanohata at the Unosu Cliffs.
@@GoNorthJapan Thanks for the locations! Japan is just so gorgeous!
In winter, the water is clearer and the leaves have fallen. I think it's a better time to go.
Yeah- the views are really nice in the winter.. and the water is soooo blue.
You Should Explain How to get there from Tokyo please Love to Visit and stay at least for a month.
Great vid bro, would it be possible to get out there in a kayak?
That is a great question. There doesn't seem to be a place that rents them out nearby, so it would be a challenge to arrange it, but it's not forbidden, as some guy did it and shared photos from his trip:
yamap.com/activities/1335037
I swear I've googled "japan long distance trails" at *least* twice over the past couple years, but somehow failed to find out about Michinoku. immediately added to the list of thru-hikes I want to do.
It's fairly new, but I think it's been around for the 5 years at least.
@@GoNorthJapan Looks like it only opened in 2019, but had been in the works for several years before that. Regardless, it looks amazing!
what brand is your jacket, its quite awesome
Thanks! I don't have any idea about the brand. There's no label. I received it as a gift about 25 years ago. I was told that it is old German military.
@@GoNorthJapan if it is this, its a rare rory idealklader jacket from the 50` its identical to the one i had, lucky you , i sold mine
its so warm
Iwate is the place I have spent most of my time in Japan, I love it there.
Hey Quinlan, have you been to Geto Onsen and Geto Kogen Resort (夏油高原スキー場 )? If not I can highly recommend it, beautiful area all year around. Would love to see a video from you of that area :)
Yes! Agreed! I love skiing and have been to GETO to ski a number of times, and also visited the onsen during the summer. That is definitely a beautiful area, thanks for suggesting a video there!
Are there any motorcycle trips or guides that can bring people up there ?
Not sure, I'll investigate!
How much time would you allow to explore the Kitayamazaki Cliffs? Would 2 hours or so be enough?
Yeah- if you're just going to enjoy the view from the top and maybe go down to the bottom and back like I did in this video, then that should be enough time!
Don't put yourself under pressure to pump out videos. Look at someone like Chris (Abroad in Japan) and how he does things, it's quality over quantity and you're certainly not lacking in that.
Thank you! Basically everyone says that in order to grow you need to put out a video a week. But at this point it's probably better for me to improve my editing and filming/scripting (I should start scripting instead of doing it all off the cuff) and improve quality before I worry about getting more subscribers. I'm probably already above the number of subscribers I deserve for where I'm at skill-wise.
So, yes! I will do as you say!
I'm glad the earthquake and tsunami didn't take out those spots
I watch a lot of hiking and running videos and enjoy your style. Keep it up. This is not a criticism and I am not an expert on camera work, just a fan of beautiful hikes.
I find I wish I could see you moving from different angles on the trail. The extra b roll ground camera angles (leaving the camera on the ground and walking past) of some of the UA-camr’s I watch make me feel like I’m participating more in the videos. Almost like I’m on the hike with them. Check this guy’s shots as he starts the hike.
ua-cam.com/video/0wnKrNBhvG0/v-deo.html
Japan is beautiful, little things like walking through puddles and seeing people disappear in the frame add to the story.
Keep up the good work.
Take care.
Fantastic tips, thank you. And also thanks for recommending Darwin's channel, love it! I already am editing footage for the next hiking video so too late to do it there, but next time, definitely will try to incorporate those other shots and angles!
Notification squad! :D
I was curious about your name (Jug or not?) so I clicked on it and saw some of your liked videos. Right on top was a song by Now, Now.. a band that I love! Nice!
@@GoNorthJapan It's a pun from a video game and I thought it sounded good :D
oh I found them very recently haha
@@Jug_or_not Oh! From the word Juggernaut? Funny.
I hate hiking .... watching other's do it on youtube is exhausting enough for me
Ohhh Quinlan Saga lol (anime fans?)
Loved the content today btw! Such amazing scenery, can't wait to explore more northern japan one day :)
Thank you! I wasn't confident with this video actually. But the next one will be a snowy mountains, which hopefully will be better!
Yes- definitely would be great if you could explore it in person!