Please enjoy the very first Osaka Tours, this is just part 1/2 videos! We're trying to get Osaka Tours Part 2, the food edition, up before the end of the year. And if you're planning a trip to Japan, check out my new Digital Travel Guide Store: shop.thatch.co/@kingkogi
@@TheRealSala It's insanely overwhelming, it took me years to get a handle on it. It's just nice to have some places you know are good or safe to aim towards, and you can explore whatever comes in between!
Great videos once again Martina! Oooooooooooooh, a digital Travel Guide!!! count me in !!! will use that for SURE on my next trip !! thanks for all the info you put out in your videos, always so inspiring!
I love when you showcase small businesses, chains aren’t bad but seeing unique stores that the owners are clearly passionate about is so cool, it’s such a different vibe
Awesome to see an OG youtuber in a modern light, still thriving in 2022- almost 2023. The quality is amazing Martina! - returning sub from like... eons ago xD
Your content is a cut above the rest when it comes to Japan. Funny vibe, not too silly, GREAT tips, unique, relaxed, awesome editing and soundtrack. I just love your videos!
Long time fan here! (Honestly don’t know how many years) seeing you reconnect with old friends *Dan❤* makes my heart so happy. Fully respecting y’all’s personal decisions to show him on screen how much or little you want but just wanted to say it makes me happy to know that you’re surrounded by loved ones!! Thank you for your cozy travel and food vlogs that consistently suppress my unrelenting irrational day to day anxiety!!
I lost touch with the EYK channel during college, but then I heard Martina made her own channel! I'm so glad to see/hear that you're still going strong Martina, I've always loved the way you did the travel vlogs :)
Martinas videos are a showcase of strength and perseverance to me. I went through a horrifying breakup this year and seeing her move past hers, live on, shine as bright as she does, empowers me deeply! Thank you for these videos, you're an angel!
I wanted to come to your space after watching your video on the old channel and just say how proud I am of you. The past few years have been hard for all of us, but your personal journey even more so. And your consideration for your community and constant effort to spread positive energy, even when being directly attacked. You are amazing. And on a much less drama filled note, I have loved the vibes on King Kogi from day one. The music, the atmosphere, the humor all flows so well together. It's a ton of fun and I always look forward to the next post.
It honestly makes me so happy when you and Dan make another video. I have always adored the work Dan does! It’s clear that he and Martina have amazing creative synergy. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE and binge watch your solo content girl, but when you and Dan make a video together… MAGIC! This was a treat -thank you! 💖
Hey Martina I just wanted to say I am SO proud of you. Breakups are hard and as a product of divorce I know how hard that was for you, I know the reality of how often people can just fold from the pressure and sort of stick to what is easy and comfortable. I'm simply amazed how you were able to pick yourself back up and continue to pursue your passions. It really is inspiring. As the great Cher once sang "Do you believe in life after love?" I love all the new videos, hopefully one day I'll finally get to go to Japan and try out some of your recommendations. Can't wait for the next video
YOU AND DAN ARE BACK TOGETHER!!! This makes me so happy and I'm loving this new travel format. Can't wait to see what other video guides you put together :)
My husband and I have watched you for years. I went to Japan in 1988. I was 19. I have ever since, wanted to go back. My husband and I are planning a trip in our nearish future. Thanks for the new King Kogi travel plans. We will definitely support you. Have you met Eric surf 6? We've watched him for years, too. We love you, Martina. ❤️❤️❤️
Genuinely think you have hit a new high with your content these days. Can't image how tough it's all been, but really - clearly this was what it was all leading too. Awesome stuff kogi and crew! ❤️
Martina, you are one awesome Woman! You talked to me a bit over Facebook a few years ago when I reached out about my serve Depression and I sincerely appreciate you doing that! I am still at the bottom rung but I love your videos and I can escape for a bit enjoying your adventures!
I’m so obsessed with your hair right now Martina!! I don’t know how you manage to keep it looking so soft and healthy. I’m sure you already know this, but I’m totally getting Sophie from Howl’s moving castle vibes 😂 Thank you for these videos!! I am so happy to see you living your best life and including us in your good times. I hope you are in good health and wishing you all the luck and prosperity in the new year!! We love you Martina! The world is a better place with you in it 🥰
Hiya, I really love your videos and have been using them to plan my trip in May! I was wondering if you had a drop pin on a map for the Yasu Mitsu Bazu bun shop in Nakazakicho please! x
You are a gem Martina. I grew up with EatYourKimchi but my goodness your individual content is so well crafted. You should be so proud of your channel’s future, and most importantly you. Sending love from the States!
Martina, I am so happy to see you thriving. I was a huge EYK fan and I am so glad to see you making videos with INCREDIBLE quality! Wishing you all the best and many more adventures!
Merry Christmas Martina, here's to a 2023 where King Kogi can continue to grow and gain more traction in its own right 💕 I think videos like this, with such wonderful production quality, are a great sign of things to come. (And you'll always be a chronic illness icon) Edited To Add: Oh!! Would you consider adding accessibility notes to your guides? As a wheelchair user and traveller, I'd love if the recommendations contained a small note saying if a place is wheelchair accessible and if it has an accessible toilet, for example.
I've been a fan since I was in middle school and you were back in Korea (I'm 20 now) and this new age of production is my favorite so far. It feels thought out and genuine. It's laid back and friendly, very approachable! I love these new videos and I'm so excited for more!
I went to Hugh's Pizza and absolutely enjoyed it! I currently live in Japan and sometimes miss American food, especially pizza (Japanese food is great but there are times when you miss food from home) and thanks to you, I was able to kill those feelings of culinary homesickness. Thank you!
We went to Hughes Pizza after watching this video as we prepared for our trip. Great Pizza and cute little neighborhood. Would visit again 5/5. Thank you for introducing them!
That is King Kogi 👑 🐷 ~ he has been traveling with me for many years, keeping me safe and supporting my achy arms and shoulders with his soft, poofy pink pigginess
Martina! I love your new channel! I have been watching you since I was 12! (I’m 22 turning 23 in May!) I have always admired you and I am so happy to see that you’re doing well in life + flourishing!!
I have so much I want to say to you... but all I'll say is keep on keeping on girl. You are the epitome of reliance and I'm thankful for the little blips of sunshine you bring to so many lives.
大阪人です。中崎町や谷六などは地元民でもあまり訪れない場所なので、紹介されていて驚きました。無論大阪には沢山の有名な観光するスポット（Universal Studio Japan, 海遊館、大阪城、道頓堀、新世界、万博記念講演、あべのハルカス、空中庭園、仁徳天皇陵 etc)がありますが、こういった知られざるすてきな場所もあるのですね。参考になりました。ありがとうございます。
I've been a long time viewer, and am thrilled to be able to keep viewing your content. I struggle with my mental health, but putting on your videos of a night time calms me and fills me with hope. Whenever people ask me who I look up to as a role model I think of you. Thank you for being you 💖
This comes so handy! I’m planning my trip for autumn 2023 and I really trust your recommendations for hidden gems 🥰💜 Edit: just saw that we can buy your guide ahhhh absolutely perfect!!!
Whoo-hoo! I would love to see Martina tour different cities in Japan and offer her insights there. Tokyo may be her home city now (Shout outs to King Kogi and Dr. Meemersworth!), but there is so much more of Japan to see. Shimane, Gifu, and Kamui might be sights for future trips.
This style of tour video with your big zoom outs and little nuanced tidbits are one of my favorite videos to enjoy! So impressed with you for discovering this side of your storytelling!
Glad you’re enjoying it! I’ve always wanted to focus in on neighbourhoods and details and create a video series like this, so I’m happy to be living out my vision! *happy fist pump*
@@KingKogi If you haven't audibly brapped then have you ever lived? Merry Christmas to you and thanks again for all the fantastic content over the many many years!
Okay, thank you so much for the vids Martina - your advice and recommendations are always spot on! I went to Taifu Hanten one rainy lunchtime 2 weeks ago and the curry blew my face off. Anyone visiting Osaka, this place is a must!
Hi Martina! Congratulations on launching your digital travel guide! Little tidbit for 14:57 -- I had some business trips in Kansai in the past and also noticed the single-person chairs. When I asked my Japanese co-worker about it, he said those were placed that way, specifically facing away from the tracks, so that a drunken person doesn't get up off the chair and walk straight onto the tracks.
Whaaaaat! That totally makes sense! Now that I think about it, many train stations in Tokyo have gates that open automatically to prevent people from falling/jumping on the tracks but I didn’t notice any in Osaka 🤯
I feel bad leaving eatyourkimchi, i accept i'm attached to the channel and not being comfortable unsubscribing there, but i'm happy to continue seeing Martina and wishing you the best. Martina, i don't know if you'll read this, but i love you even i don't know you (parasocial relationships are so strange lmao), and eyk was part of my comfort zone for many years, and i want to continue supporting you and cherish you with your new direction and rebranding. I got a lil teary brb i'll watch the video to pacify myself 🤧.
Such a chill area! I hope you’ve had a steam bun from that shop. The area actually reminded me of some areas in Seoul that I loved, before they got knocked down and rebuilt with boring name brand shops 😭
I love that you show us the sights that regular tourists usually miss. I never planned when I went to Tokyo, though. I just randomly picked a stop on the Yamanote line and intentionally got lost exploring. ❤️ You find the coolest places that way!
Thank you for creating such great content and all the hard work that goes into it. I really appreciate how thoughtful you are by recommending a less noisy and crowded place to enjoy snacks, so anyone who might be overstimulated will be able to enjoy the same thing. Keep creating this wholesome content that I have enjoyed from you for years. 🙂
What a wonderfully detailed guide! Also, additions like "this area is loaded with flashing light and sound" can be really useful, so thanks for that! I also said "Yay!" when you said "PS Dan's here too": hurrah for old loyal friends! 😊
Shopping arcades in Japan are definitely something to check out. It seems "authentic" or "organic" compared to shopping inside malls. Malls may be more convenient (and consistent as to what you can find and how easy you can navigate), but if you have the time to spare to explore, the Japan shoutengai is definitely worth it!
Martina, I've been watching you since your early YT channel, but I haven't been following your previous channel for a while. I'm glad to see you're back doing youtube. I wish I watched this video before my Osaka trip few months ago. Sending you lots of hugs!
Just watched your goodbye video on EYK and it definitely made me sad. I had to come here and see some of your new content and new adventures! I’m going through a separation with my husband and it is so hard. May 2023 will be a year for adventure and healing!
It's been years, and there you were...OMGOODNESS! You look as beautiful as ever, good to see you, I hope your doing Well! I've always enjoyed watching you..Oh WOW, the last time I saw you, you were so sick and barely able to get out of bed. I can't remember what you had, but good to see your still fighting it! You have always had that fighting spirit and you don't let anythi g keep you down if you can help it! Yep, you haven't changed! Great seeing you! Will see you next time XO
Love the city tours! Hope you guys venture to those cute little mountain towns scattered across Japan. Absolutely love the small-time vibes and little regional treats! You go gurrrrrrl.
Just discovered your channel. The fun editing, beautiful logo, attention to detail, the transitions and cinematic shots, the informative voice overs, and overall production of the video is outstanding. You gained a new subscriber and fan! Keep up the good work. -much love from canada! -jayson
Well hello fellow Canadian, Jayson! Welcome to the King Kogi community, thanks so much for subbing. Where about in Canada are you living? I was born in Toronto but my family hails from the Maritimes 🎣
At 12.19 I noticed what looked like a mobility scooter? Your travel guides sound INCREDIBLE!! It would be amazing to have one dedicated to mobility scooter users, because often what is accessible for wheelchair users still isn’t accessible to mobility scooters, like some lifts are too small and buses are definitely too small to get one onto. Also some sidewalks don’t have kerb cuts to roll up and down for either of us roller babe types! Oh and don’t get me started on steep hills or sidewalks that are diagonally sloped! So terrifying every single time. Travel guides with this info would be invaluable!
Information on food options like gluten free would be great! My entire bucket list used to be trying new foods like the ones you try--ramen, soup dumplings, etc...then I got diagnosed with Celiac. Now most of the foods on my list are things I can't have anymore, and a huge worry about traveling somewhere is if I'll be able to find something to eat--especially something *delicious* to eat. It'd be a helpful detail to include in your travel guide for a lot of people!!
Like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow! I have a little grocery store that carries all kinds of special foods. I'm going to get some Japanese sweet potatoes and kabocha next time I see it.
Please enjoy the very first Osaka Tours, this is just part 1/2 videos! We're trying to get Osaka Tours Part 2, the food edition, up before the end of the year. And if you're planning a trip to Japan, check out my new Digital Travel Guide Store: shop.thatch.co/@kingkogi
omg! Yes the travel guide will be perfect for when I plan my trip to Japan! It's so overwhelming planning and I trust all your recommendations
@@TheRealSala It's insanely overwhelming, it took me years to get a handle on it. It's just nice to have some places you know are good or safe to aim towards, and you can explore whatever comes in between!
Great videos once again Martina! Oooooooooooooh, a digital Travel Guide!!! count me in !!! will use that for SURE on my next trip !! thanks for all the info you put out in your videos, always so inspiring!
Great video Martina! Can you please consider making a Hakodate tour guide? I've heard that it has the best food in Japan
IM SO HAPPY youre back!!!! Much love from Etobicoke
Hey, thanks for stopping by Rally's. It was nice meeting you guys!
Thanks for letting me chat your ear off next time we're in Osaka, we'll be back to harass you again. Might just order that GIANT Bloody Mary haha
@@KingKogi we'll be ready 💪
Love that you & Dan are still friends after all these years & working together
It made me SO HAPPY to hear the shout-out to Dan!
I love when you showcase small businesses, chains aren’t bad but seeing unique stores that the owners are clearly passionate about is so cool, it’s such a different vibe
Thanks! You are awesome!
Thanks so much Billy Ray 🙇🏼♀️
@@KingKogi You’re welcome, I am just sorry it’s not more.
Awesome to see an OG youtuber in a modern light, still thriving in 2022- almost 2023.
The quality is amazing Martina!
- returning sub from like... eons ago xD
Thanks Chris! It sure is hard to survive in this modern UA-cam world, but I do love making videos, so I hope you’ll enjoy these new vibes~
I feel so good to hear your voice martina.
Your content is a cut above the rest when it comes to Japan. Funny vibe, not too silly, GREAT tips, unique, relaxed, awesome editing and soundtrack. I just love your videos!
Long time fan here! (Honestly don’t know how many years) seeing you reconnect with old friends *Dan❤* makes my heart so happy. Fully respecting y’all’s personal decisions to show him on screen how much or little you want but just wanted to say it makes me happy to know that you’re surrounded by loved ones!!
Thank you for your cozy travel and food vlogs that consistently suppress my unrelenting irrational day to day anxiety!!
I lost touch with the EYK channel during college, but then I heard Martina made her own channel! I'm so glad to see/hear that you're still going strong Martina, I've always loved the way you did the travel vlogs :)
Merry Christmas Martina and everyone reading this. Thank you for the joy and fun you brought this year. Here is to new year with new adventures.
Merry Christmas to you too Florian, thanks for the comments and support. Excited for 2023 and what awaits us all
When you can't travel because your job gives you too little vacation time, you do the next best thing and watch Martina's tour videos.
Martinas videos are a showcase of strength and perseverance to me. I went through a horrifying breakup this year and seeing her move past hers, live on, shine as bright as she does, empowers me deeply! Thank you for these videos, you're an angel!
It’s so cozy over here. I think I’ll stay a while. 😊
Awesome. Definitely included on our next trip on May soon
i love Osaka! it was easy to visit often when i lived in kyoto
I wanted to come to your space after watching your video on the old channel and just say how proud I am of you. The past few years have been hard for all of us, but your personal journey even more so. And your consideration for your community and constant effort to spread positive energy, even when being directly attacked. You are amazing.
And on a much less drama filled note, I have loved the vibes on King Kogi from day one. The music, the atmosphere, the humor all flows so well together. It's a ton of fun and I always look forward to the next post.
King Kogi videos never fail to be the very highlight of my day any day!!
This was awesome, as per usual 🧡
Merry Christmas, Martina and Dan!
thanks Helena! Merry Christmas to you to! I'll pass the merry wishes onto Dan
Great video. There are many sightseeing spots in the subway Midosuji Line station. I love the bay area 😊
It honestly makes me so happy when you and Dan make another video. I have always adored the work Dan does! It’s clear that he and Martina have amazing creative synergy. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE and binge watch your solo content girl, but when you and Dan make a video together… MAGIC! This was a treat -thank you! 💖
Catching up with all the King Kogi videos and vlogs . Amazing 👏👏👏❤️🐷
Hey Martina I just wanted to say I am SO proud of you. Breakups are hard and as a product of divorce I know how hard that was for you, I know the reality of how often people can just fold from the pressure and sort of stick to what is easy and comfortable. I'm simply amazed how you were able to pick yourself back up and continue to pursue your passions. It really is inspiring. As the great Cher once sang "Do you believe in life after love?" I love all the new videos, hopefully one day I'll finally get to go to Japan and try out some of your recommendations. Can't wait for the next video
i love how you can see the small businesses you visit talking in your comments a lot!
its really nice to see, brings more of a homely vibe
YOU AND DAN ARE BACK TOGETHER!!! This makes me so happy and I'm loving this new travel format. Can't wait to see what other video guides you put together :)
Lived in Osaka for 4 years. Loved seeing areas that my wife and I went on dates, that are not talked about in most videos about Osaka.
Great video! Osaka one of three cities we want visit when we go to Japan for the first time. Thank you for this content!
Thank you so much Gfunk, glad you enjoyed it 🙇🏼♀️
My husband and I have watched you for years. I went to Japan in 1988. I was 19. I have ever since, wanted to go back. My husband and I are planning a trip in our nearish future. Thanks for the new King Kogi travel plans. We will definitely support you. Have you met Eric surf 6? We've watched him for years, too. We love you, Martina. ❤️❤️❤️
Genuinely think you have hit a new high with your content these days. Can't image how tough it's all been, but really - clearly this was what it was all leading too. Awesome stuff kogi and crew! ❤️
Thank you for introducing me to the rare city of Osaka.😄👍🏯🐙🎊💐🏆 🇯🇵😄👋
Martina, you are one awesome Woman! You talked to me a bit over Facebook a few years ago when I reached out about my serve Depression and I sincerely appreciate you doing that! I am still at the bottom rung but I love your videos and I can escape for a bit enjoying your adventures!
I’m so obsessed with your hair right now Martina!! I don’t know how you manage to keep it looking so soft and healthy. I’m sure you already know this, but I’m totally getting Sophie from Howl’s moving castle vibes 😂 Thank you for these videos!! I am so happy to see you living your best life and including us in your good times. I hope you are in good health and wishing you all the luck and prosperity in the new year!! We love you Martina! The world is a better place with you in it 🥰
Hiya, I really love your videos and have been using them to plan my trip in May! I was wondering if you had a drop pin on a map for the Yasu Mitsu Bazu bun shop in Nakazakicho please! x
You are a gem Martina. I grew up with EatYourKimchi but my goodness your individual content is so well crafted. You should be so proud of your channel’s future, and most importantly you. Sending love from the States!
Martina, I am so happy to see you thriving. I was a huge EYK fan and I am so glad to see you making videos with INCREDIBLE quality! Wishing you all the best and many more adventures!
It hasn’t been a super easy ride but I really love making videos so I’m so happy you’re still enjoying them 💗
Sending you lots of love on this painful day. You are so brave, Martina.
Merry Christmas Martina, here's to a 2023 where King Kogi can continue to grow and gain more traction in its own right 💕 I think videos like this, with such wonderful production quality, are a great sign of things to come.
(And you'll always be a chronic illness icon)
Edited To Add:
Oh!! Would you consider adding accessibility notes to your guides? As a wheelchair user and traveller, I'd love if the recommendations contained a small note saying if a place is wheelchair accessible and if it has an accessible toilet, for example.
I've been a fan since I was in middle school and you were back in Korea (I'm 20 now) and this new age of production is my favorite so far. It feels thought out and genuine. It's laid back and friendly, very approachable! I love these new videos and I'm so excited for more!
The bangs are super cute Martina 💕✨
I went to Hugh's Pizza and absolutely enjoyed it! I currently live in Japan and sometimes miss American food, especially pizza (Japanese food is great but there are times when you miss food from home) and thanks to you, I was able to kill those feelings of culinary homesickness. Thank you!
We went to Hughes Pizza after watching this video as we prepared for our trip. Great Pizza and cute little neighborhood. Would visit again 5/5. Thank you for introducing them!
The first thing i zoned in on is the cute piggy plush during the bullet train trip, its so adorable!
That is King Kogi 👑 🐷 ~ he has been traveling with me for many years, keeping me safe and supporting my achy arms and shoulders with his soft, poofy pink pigginess
This vid came in clutch! Just booked a flight to japan for the first time in 5 years, definitely do more of these!
Wow, I live in Osaka and I’ve never been to some of these places. Super excited to get a slice of pizza.
Martina! I love your new channel! I have been watching you since I was 12! (I’m 22 turning 23 in May!) I have always admired you and I am so happy to see that you’re doing well in life + flourishing!!
I have so much I want to say to you... but all I'll say is keep on keeping on girl. You are the epitome of reliance and I'm thankful for the little blips of sunshine you bring to so many lives.
Some day husband and I want to visit Hokkaido and northern japan. when.. i dont know , but thats a area im super excited to visit
Aw, soo happy to hear that Dan helped shoot this video! ❤ Before you mentioned his name I was like 'damn, these are awesome shots!'
I live in Osaka, Japan. Thank you very much for coming.
I'm glad if it was a wonderful memory for you.
Thank you very much for the wonderful video🥰
this video gives such a nostalgic, relaxing vibe😌
大阪人です。中崎町や谷六などは地元民でもあまり訪れない場所なので、紹介されていて驚きました。無論大阪には沢山の有名な観光するスポット（Universal Studio Japan, 海遊館、大阪城、道頓堀、新世界、万博記念講演、あべのハルカス、空中庭園、仁徳天皇陵 etc)がありますが、こういった知られざるすてきな場所もあるのですね。参考になりました。ありがとうございます。
I've been a long time viewer, and am thrilled to be able to keep viewing your content. I struggle with my mental health, but putting on your videos of a night time calms me and fills me with hope. Whenever people ask me who I look up to as a role model I think of you. Thank you for being you 💖
So glad Dan is there!!
This comes so handy! I’m planning my trip for autumn 2023 and I really trust your recommendations for hidden gems 🥰💜
Edit: just saw that we can buy your guide ahhhh absolutely perfect!!!
I put a ton of time and effort into finding awesome places, so please enjoy!
Whoo-hoo! I would love to see Martina tour different cities in Japan and offer her insights there. Tokyo may be her home city now (Shout outs to King Kogi and Dr. Meemersworth!), but there is so much more of Japan to see. Shimane, Gifu, and Kamui might be sights for future trips.
I keep seeing those Lego flowers all over my Twitter feed! They're so cute in that first shop
Your videos always make me want to explore and appreciate places in my own city, here in India
This style of tour video with your big zoom outs and little nuanced tidbits are one of my favorite videos to enjoy! So impressed with you for discovering this side of your storytelling!
Also holy crap the shot you two got of the river at 15:44 was staggeringly cool
Glad you’re enjoying it! I’ve always wanted to focus in on neighbourhoods and details and create a video series like this, so I’m happy to be living out my vision! *happy fist pump*
Martina, I LOVE your videos. I’m here from the EYK channel. Really look forward to seeing more videos from you here!
Fantastic video with as per usual superb shots!
Big up man like Dan tandaaaaaaaaaaaaa, braaaaaaaaaaaaaap!
I just hear your comments in British haha! BIG UP MAN, LIKE DAN TAANDAAAAAAA< BRAAPPP BRAAPP!!!
@@KingKogi If you haven't audibly brapped then have you ever lived?
Merry Christmas to you and thanks again for all the fantastic content over the many many years!
Okay, thank you so much for the vids Martina - your advice and recommendations are always spot on! I went to Taifu Hanten one rainy lunchtime 2 weeks ago and the curry blew my face off. Anyone visiting Osaka, this place is a must!
Heck yes! Great flavour right? It's such a cool vibe as well, right? I wish I could have seen it in the evening, feels like a great drinking spot too!
My husband and I loved visiting Osaka while living overseas. Thanks for capturing the magic of it in this video.
Dang I am planning a 2 week trip to Japan and for sure checking out your travel guide store
Very happy for King Kogi during high pain days
I just got home from an exsausting 13 hour day and this calm video was just the wind down I needed!
I rarely catch it when u first post. Today will be a good day 😊
Please enjoy Bunny!
Holy moly! The thai curry noodles looks delicious 🤤
Hi Martina! Congratulations on launching your digital travel guide!
Little tidbit for 14:57 --
I had some business trips in Kansai in the past and also noticed the single-person chairs. When I asked my Japanese co-worker about it, he said those were placed that way, specifically facing away from the tracks, so that a drunken person doesn't get up off the chair and walk straight onto the tracks.
Whaaaaat! That totally makes sense! Now that I think about it, many train stations in Tokyo have gates that open automatically to prevent people from falling/jumping on the tracks but I didn’t notice any in Osaka 🤯
I feel bad leaving eatyourkimchi, i accept i'm attached to the channel and not being comfortable unsubscribing there, but i'm happy to continue seeing Martina and wishing you the best. Martina, i don't know if you'll read this, but i love you even i don't know you (parasocial relationships are so strange lmao), and eyk was part of my comfort zone for many years, and i want to continue supporting you and cherish you with your new direction and rebranding.
I got a lil teary brb i'll watch the video to pacify myself 🤧.
Oh wow I was surprised to see you in Nakazakicho. Its only a couple minutes walk from my school and i like going there for walks. Glad you enjoyed it
Such a chill area! I hope you’ve had a steam bun from that shop.
The area actually reminded me of some areas in Seoul that I loved, before they got knocked down and rebuilt with boring name brand shops 😭
We love Dan! Our silent hero!
I love that you show us the sights that regular tourists usually miss. I never planned when I went to Tokyo, though. I just randomly picked a stop on the Yamanote line and intentionally got lost exploring. ❤️ You find the coolest places that way!
Thank you for creating such great content and all the hard work that goes into it. I really appreciate how thoughtful you are by recommending a less noisy and crowded place to enjoy snacks, so anyone who might be overstimulated will be able to enjoy the same thing. Keep creating this wholesome content that I have enjoyed from you for years. 🙂
What a wonderfully detailed guide! Also, additions like "this area is loaded with flashing light and sound" can be really useful, so thanks for that! I also said "Yay!" when you said "PS Dan's here too": hurrah for old loyal friends! 😊
Shopping arcades in Japan are definitely something to check out. It seems "authentic" or "organic" compared to shopping inside malls. Malls may be more convenient (and consistent as to what you can find and how easy you can navigate), but if you have the time to spare to explore, the Japan shoutengai is definitely worth it!
Taking notes as I'll be there soon.
Merry Christmas Martina! Sending love from Central California!
definitely want to take the shinkansen from tokyo to osaka when I visit japan one day
One day, you’ll do it and enjoy the epic view speeding past 🚆
Thanks!
Thank you kindly 🙇🏼♀️
I've been watching for years and years and I'm so excited about this new chapter for you. You're killing it!
Great video
I love how thorough you are in your guides. Also, all the effort you put into editing and doing your voice overs really shows
Your guides are a must when I go back to Japan. It will be like having you along for the adventure, what fun!
Omggg it's so nice too see (or rather not ser haha) Dan again!!!! 🥺
Martina, I've been watching you since your early YT channel, but I haven't been following your previous channel for a while. I'm glad to see you're back doing youtube. I wish I watched this video before my Osaka trip few months ago. Sending you lots of hugs!
The production quality is *chefs kiss*! Loved it!
Awesome tour thank you 😁
What an entertaining episode! I can't get enough of your tours. This format is honestly brilliant. 💖
Just watched your goodbye video on EYK and it definitely made me sad. I had to come here and see some of your new content and new adventures! I’m going through a separation with my husband and it is so hard. May 2023 will be a year for adventure and healing!
Hi hun! Came to support! Love, happiness, and continual growth & healing beautiful! 😻
It's been years, and there you were...OMGOODNESS! You look as beautiful as ever, good to see you, I hope your doing Well! I've always enjoyed watching you..Oh WOW, the last time I saw you, you were so sick and barely able to get out of bed. I can't remember what you had, but good to see your still fighting it! You have always had that fighting spirit and you don't let anythi g keep you down if you can help it! Yep, you haven't changed!
Great seeing you! Will see you next time XO
So Fun! I definitely get the feel that Osaka is much more "ME" as far as cities go. I'll have to make this my city stop when I get to Japan.
Love the city tours! Hope you guys venture to those cute little mountain towns scattered across Japan. Absolutely love the small-time vibes and little regional treats! You go gurrrrrrl.
You’ll always have my support. Stay strong. I love this content, and have since EYK.
Love showcasing smaller neighbourhoods! Adding these to my list, thanks so much!
Just discovered your channel. The fun editing, beautiful logo, attention to detail, the transitions and cinematic shots, the informative voice overs, and overall production of the video is outstanding. You gained a new subscriber and fan! Keep up the good work.
-much love from canada! -jayson
Well hello fellow Canadian, Jayson! Welcome to the King Kogi community, thanks so much for subbing. Where about in Canada are you living? I was born in Toronto but my family hails from the Maritimes 🎣
@@KingKogi i’m from the cold city of Winnipeg! My wife and I plan to visit Japan this April. I just discovered your channel. Absolutely love it!
@@pwjayson You're going to just LOVE Japan in April, it's so lovely. Hello to your wife, and stay warm, eh!
At 12.19 I noticed what looked like a mobility scooter? Your travel guides sound INCREDIBLE!! It would be amazing to have one dedicated to mobility scooter users, because often what is accessible for wheelchair users still isn’t accessible to mobility scooters, like some lifts are too small and buses are definitely too small to get one onto. Also some sidewalks don’t have kerb cuts to roll up and down for either of us roller babe types! Oh and don’t get me started on steep hills or sidewalks that are diagonally sloped! So terrifying every single time. Travel guides with this info would be invaluable!
A perfect lil Christmas gift to get a Martina video!
Information on food options like gluten free would be great! My entire bucket list used to be trying new foods like the ones you try--ramen, soup dumplings, etc...then I got diagnosed with Celiac. Now most of the foods on my list are things I can't have anymore, and a huge worry about traveling somewhere is if I'll be able to find something to eat--especially something *delicious* to eat. It'd be a helpful detail to include in your travel guide for a lot of people!!
Like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow! I have a little grocery store that carries all kinds of special foods. I'm going to get some Japanese sweet potatoes and kabocha next time I see it.
Love Love Love. TY Martina.
Yay!!! Thank you for your hard work!