This video is very superior. Because the content is accurate and two youths who created this video are very intelligent and polite. As one of the Japanese, I strongly recommend this video. とても楽しい旅行記でした。また日本に来てください。
AH! Karl! At 55:50 of this video you passed a woman with her hair waxed up and in kimono. She was a Maiko! (apprentice geisha, near the end of her apprenticeship by the looks of the style of her top knot. She was probably heading to a lesson or picking something up for her house hold.) this is how they dress during the day. At 56:38 where you were unsure of who the people were. That was another Maiko and her escort taking her from okiya to okiya as well as tea houses to meet and hopeful get to work with them. Her top knot would suggest that she is very new. Though her kimono and Obi are less ceremonial. So this could also be practice? The press always follows maiko/geisha (real ones) because it a dying tradition and very rare to see real ones outside of the tea houses they are performing at.
James looks like a wonderful companion. You complent each other's scenes and destination goals. Tokyo to Kyoto Episode 1 is an inspirational backpacking trip. Loved it.
Nothing like the feeling of stumbling across a new gem of a channel. Seriously great work. I appreciate how you both cut through the bullshit and don't romanticise everything, it just means that when you are genuinely moved by something, it's more impactful.
I have been to Japan in 2015. It's a real amazing country. Most of the things & deeds are just different from anywhere else in the world. I love that country and the people.
Best one yet Karl! I absolutely loved this. You inspired me to go on my first backpacking trip to Vietnam and Cambodia for a month in January and now in a couple weeks I will be heading to 5 countries in South America over the next 6 months! I just want to say thanks man, thank you for the inspiration that got this all started for me! Cheers from Denver Colorado. Keep kickin ass man your the best travel channel on youtube. Peace
There are so many 'how to' travel vids about Japan that advise you how not to get the most out of your time there, but after spending a month in Tokyo exactly a year ago, I finally stumble upon a video that shows how it should be done - having a blast!
I studied abroad in a town between Osaka and Kyoto back in 2013 and it was the best time of my life. Glad to see you guys enjoyed Japan so much! Currently on a two and a half month trip through east Asia myself. Can’t wait to finally go back to Japan next month. Keep up the excellent work man! Can’t wait for part 2!
Five Stars! One of the best travel vlogs I've seen. All the right stuff....two very likeable guys.....excellent narrative....great video skills and editing....and most important of all a great inside into the real Japan. It makes you want more. Thanks for your excellent production.
@@karlwatsondocs If you like to see similar great travel vlog sites check Spain Revealed. They also have that something extra which makes them stand out in an ocean of travel vloggers.
Japan looks amazing. great editing as always - Thanks again Karl! Love these! Out of all the places you've been and showed us this is one I really want to do, the people are so humble so loving.
As good as the crazy sights like The Mario Cars are, the amazing Japanese people look like they made your trip. Looking forward to hitting Japan myself one day.
ive rewatched both your japan videos atleast 6 times now, they are so entertaining and you done a fantastic job on them, the editing is top notch. I've took down many of the locations you visited onto my list for my upcoming trip there, your backpacking tip videos were also extremely useful and i noted down a lot of great information from them so thank you so much for those as they're great for a first time backpacker like myself, i can't wait till my 1 month trip in Japan it will be my first time travelling without my family so it will hopefully be a great trip that i can mature in and grow more independent
Travelling to Asia is one continent I never planned to rush into visiting but this video has made me thinking about going alot sooner than I thought. Great video and keep up the good work 🖒
Thanks for the inspiration Karl - thanks to your trip and awesome video, we were able to see many of the same sights ourselves in what may be our once in a lifetime trip to Japan. You captured the locations beautifully.
Japan is definitely on my bucket list. Was only there for a one hour stopover once going to Vietnam in 1993. Wanted so much to go out and explore, but had no time to back then...........
I've been looking forward to this for a while now and you certainly didn't disappoint. Thanks for the upload sir. A fantastic piece of work from a truly stunning country.
I love the TV programme and watch it almost every Monday evening here in The Kansai region,Japan!!! the TV crews normally in Narita airport and sometimes in KIX
The first 30mins of this video in Tokyo where absolutely bonkers, those Mario Karts though that would be awesome👍 if only you didnt have to wear the theme jumpsuit that took it to the next level. Once you got out of Tokyo the story evolved and the interactions with the locals was so special and well captured!! A night of Debauchery and Mayhem with the Aussies who us? Couldnt be (hi from Melbourne Australia), bit like every bar or nightclub in Bali guaranteed full of Aussies. No wonder James had to pee so often he had a drink at every vending machine along the way. Nice job guys, really well done and so resputful of the culture and customs. Thanks for sharing👍
Wow well that was amazing, cant wait for part 2 Karl! The first half brought back great memories of when I went to Tokyo, you missed out on Harajuku though.. and the second half made me want to go back and discover the other amazing places that Japan has to offer :D Couldn't agree more with 54:50 - That was one of my favorite things whilst I was there. I really hope I see some sushi getting eaten in the next episode!
Japan has been long on my list. So cool to see you explore and enjoy Tokyo and Kyoto, the views in the last one from the temples and hills were exceptional, but then Mario Kart racing is like a nerd dream come true, awesome first part 👍🏻
Super underrated video! Glad i found this gem :) I really want to go to Japan somewhere in my live. I also started learning Japanese a couple days ago!
In two weeks I'll finally be going back to Japan. This video gave me so much hype. Enjoyed seeing you two having fun and enjoying Japan so much. Will be watching part two very soon :)
I saw all your videos from jpn well ur so lucky you've been there, me I'm living here for almost 24yrs all I know is gifu ken. Good luck guy's nice traveling!
This was great, some of the camera shots at the end were just incredible. Cant help but think if you'd got a clear recording of the singing those two bit combined would have been amazing. Looking forward to part 2.
Karl this video is fantastic! We are planning a trip to Japan next year and I’ve watched loads of videos! Yours are both fun and informative! Thanks so much!
I really want to go to Japan as a destination, that's been on my bucket list for 10 years ( a layover in Tokyo was good, but I want it as a destination).
I’m watching this in 2022! The content is so great and can’t wait to travel to Japan again! Saw you have new videos for Europe, will definitely check that out! Switzerland is amazing ❤️
My fiancé and I spent all of October last year in japan , and this made me miss it soo much , an amazing country and I want to go back soon ! Great video as always buddy . Love it !
Thanks for this video. Watched this before our trip to Japan last year and it was really useful. We did not get chance to do the super Mario racing cars :( Will just have to go back again! 😉
In the town of Launceston Tasmania Australia, the city park has real snow monkeys for free to see for the public. I always found this weird cause it does not snow here and it gets quite hot.
How this guy doesn’t have 1 million subs …I’ll never know. Underrated content
Inspiring me to get off my arse and go do some new shit lol 😆💯
I’ve watched this series many many times but today is the first time since we’ve been to Japan! What an awesome country.
This video is very superior. Because the content is accurate and two youths who created this video are very intelligent and polite.
As one of the Japanese, I strongly recommend this video.
とても楽しい旅行記でした。また日本に来てください。
Who read his post in a japanese male voice?
Meeting old traveling mates while you are traveling is one of the best things ever
Sure is! 😊
This is the most criminally underrated channel on UA-cam
Thanks very much 😊
AH! Karl! At 55:50 of this video you passed a woman with her hair waxed up and in kimono. She was a Maiko! (apprentice geisha, near the end of her apprenticeship by the looks of the style of her top knot. She was probably heading to a lesson or picking something up for her house hold.) this is how they dress during the day.
At 56:38 where you were unsure of who the people were. That was another Maiko and her escort taking her from okiya to okiya as well as tea houses to meet and hopeful get to work with them. Her top knot would suggest that she is very new. Though her kimono and Obi are less ceremonial. So this could also be practice? The press always follows maiko/geisha (real ones) because it a dying tradition and very rare to see real ones outside of the tea houses they are performing at.
Genny KAT why are you not my brother? I LOVE JAPANESE CULTURE
James looks like a wonderful companion. You complent each other's scenes and destination goals. Tokyo to Kyoto Episode 1 is an inspirational backpacking trip. Loved it.
Friday night sorted 👍👍👍 Japan looks absolutely mental.
Now that Karl released this video I think it's time for the India series😃
The Budgeteers you rock
Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries incredible
How much are the hostels in Japan?
Series 4: Japan???
Two genuine guys laughing, smiling, connecting with cultures and exploring the world :)
Cheers 👍
Nothing like the feeling of stumbling across a new gem of a channel. Seriously great work. I appreciate how you both cut through the bullshit and don't romanticise everything, it just means that when you are genuinely moved by something, it's more impactful.
Spot on! That’s exactly what I’m going for. Glad you liked it 😊
I am getting absolutely nothing done around my house except watching Karl’s films!! Would love to visit Japan. Looks very beautiful!
Mate you deserve like a million subscribers at least. Your video quality is awesome and the story telling is class !! Fan for life
Cheers 😊👍
Flying there in two weeks, stoked. Enjoying the vid, and it'll help me get ready for what to expect.
Gabe hitting up Japan eh! Will check it out
How is Japan!!??? I was there a year ago! I miss it so much =(
cant wait to see your vidoes :)
I found you 👍
I'm going too
I have been to Japan in 2015. It's a real amazing country. Most of the things & deeds are just different from anywhere else in the world. I love that country and the people.
Easily the best UA-cam channel
Thanks very much :)
Japan is finally out yesssss. the dynamic duo did it again. best travel stuff out there. karl and james, thank you guys.
Best one yet Karl! I absolutely loved this. You inspired me to go on my first backpacking trip to Vietnam and Cambodia for a month in January and now in a couple weeks I will be heading to 5 countries in South America over the next 6 months! I just want to say thanks man, thank you for the inspiration that got this all started for me! Cheers from Denver Colorado. Keep kickin ass man your the best travel channel on youtube. Peace
There are so many 'how to' travel vids about Japan that advise you how not to get the most out of your time there, but after spending a month in Tokyo exactly a year ago, I finally stumble upon a video that shows how it should be done - having a blast!
Thanks 😊👍
I studied abroad in a town between Osaka and Kyoto back in 2013 and it was the best time of my life. Glad to see you guys enjoyed Japan so much! Currently on a two and a half month trip through east Asia myself. Can’t wait to finally go back to Japan next month. Keep up the excellent work man! Can’t wait for part 2!
Japan is such an awesome place! I've lived here for two years now and am still finding exciting things to do!
Mad it's been 5 years since HK3NY. That series changed my life and the music still gives me chills!
Five Stars! One of the best travel vlogs I've seen. All the right stuff....two very likeable guys.....excellent narrative....great video skills and editing....and most important of all a great inside into the real Japan. It makes you want more. Thanks for your excellent production.
Thanks very much for the great review!! 😊
@@karlwatsondocs If you like to see similar great travel vlog sites check Spain Revealed. They also have that something extra which makes them stand out in an ocean of travel vloggers.
The best travel channel. Just pure quality and really really enjoyed watching it.
Thanks! 😊
Still stuck in lockdown. So rewatching this for the 3rd time.
Glad it's provided some escapism :)
@@karlwatsondocs What video was it the second time you met up with Max?
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@@karlwatsondocs Appreciate it Karl Great work on the documentaries binging them right now actually
This looks absolutely incredible, 2 mates having a great time in Japan. Loved watching this!
Japan looks amazing. great editing as always - Thanks again Karl! Love these! Out of all the places you've been and showed us this is one I really want to do, the people are so humble so loving.
43:50 they’re at the train station from one of Makoto Shinkais films. Kamishiro station
Watching these videos feels like I'm with them in Japan. Hope to visit Japan one day!
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
watched this again... missing Japan and just traveling in general!
As good as the crazy sights like The Mario Cars are, the amazing Japanese people look like they made your trip. Looking forward to hitting Japan myself one day.
Just came back from my own 1 month trip! This is an amazing way to look back on what I've experienced! Thanks, great vid and very informative!
Thanks 😊
Looks like it will be another legendary video!
Gonna save this one until I have some peace and quiet.....and a few beers at the ready.
Jason M I agree. I love doing that too. Cheers!
Beers Drank...
Video Watched....
Respect Given!!!!
Roll on episode 2!!!
That's the only way to watch Karl's videos! Cheers mate!
These videos are too good for UA-cam !! I really hope u get the number of views and likes u really deserve!!
Wow I'm amazed. Your videos keep me sane while I'm doing my 9-5. planning my next solo backpacking trip. Feeling Very inspired.
One of the best travel video guy around
I couldn't agree more!
This was just an incredible watch. Truly hope I can make it to Japan one day
It's an absolutelt beautiful country! You must add it to your bucket list!
ive rewatched both your japan videos atleast 6 times now, they are so entertaining and you done a fantastic job on them, the editing is top notch. I've took down many of the locations you visited onto my list for my upcoming trip there, your backpacking tip videos were also extremely useful and i noted down a lot of great information from them so thank you so much for those as they're great for a first time backpacker like myself, i can't wait till my 1 month trip in Japan it will be my first time travelling without my family so it will hopefully be a great trip that i can mature in and grow more independent
Thanks very much, enjoy your trip
amazing documentary, love the work you put into it, keep going man, can't wait for the second half, your fan from Egypt
Lone Wolf as much as you are
Travelling to Asia is one continent I never planned to rush into visiting but this video has made me thinking about going alot sooner than I thought. Great video and keep up the good work 🖒
Thank you for coming to Japan!! If any chance, please come to Japan again!!! 👍
I would surely come back when allowed Japan is awesome
Samurai museum is a great choice and underrated!!
James and his fondness for vending machine... really funny. 😅😍
Wow...your video definitely added Japan to my list now! Cant wait to watch part 2 when i find a quiet hour!
Watched whole thing no skipping
Thanks 😊
Brilliant Karl (and James) as usual. My itinerary of places I wanna visit just keeps getting bigger and bigger after watching your videos.
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
Fantastic work, Karl. I hope you were able to visit the riverbanks in Kyoto at night...great place to socialize and drink
What a homie @40:50 Paid for the drinks AND threw both arm wrestling matches to show the tourists a good time. Japan is looking extra hospitable.
very aspirational, could see yous presenting documentaries. thumbs up.
you know it will be a good time when one of these vids comes out; excellent as always buddy. Cheers.
Thanks for the inspiration Karl - thanks to your trip and awesome video, we were able to see many of the same sights ourselves in what may be our once in a lifetime trip to Japan. You captured the locations beautifully.
I’ve seen so many travel videos of Japan and these are by farrrrr my favorite and the best! You two are hilarious
Thanks 😊👍
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
Seriously the best always come back to rewatch all of the vids on the channel
Love love these documentaries videos! Can’t wait to visit Japan:)
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
Japan is definitely on my bucket list. Was only there for a one hour stopover once going to Vietnam in 1993. Wanted so much to go out and explore, but had no time to back then...........
Today is a good day!. A new Karl video that perfectly fits into the last hour of my last shift at work before I go on holiday.
I’ve lived in Japan for 20 years so am interested to see what you fellas made of it. Enjoyed your previous vids. Kanpai!
I've been looking forward to this for a while now and you certainly didn't disappoint. Thanks for the upload sir. A fantastic piece of work from a truly stunning country.
Getting me through revision, loved it !! Where you going next ?
It confounds me that you dont have more subs still. Love the channel always.
It's a rainy, chilly, dreary day in NYC. What to do? Grab some brews and watch a KW Travel doc! Can't beat that!
Haha nice one 😊🍻
Your Documentaries are the best!!!...You show the real side of the country. Can' wait to see your new adventures. Lots of love from India!!!
Just booked a trip to Japan next year, first place I came was here, I knew you'd have a documentary sorted!
Haha nice one 😊👍
did you go?
hands down the best travel page on youtube! keep up the awesome work mate.
Thanks :)
here watching for the second time.. cant wait to go
Thanks 😊
Cant write a long message need to watch part 2 keep up the great videos !
Enjoy 😊
I love the TV programme and watch it almost every Monday evening here in The Kansai region,Japan!!! the TV crews normally in Narita airport and sometimes in KIX
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
The first 30mins of this video in Tokyo where absolutely bonkers, those Mario Karts though that would be awesome👍 if only you didnt have to wear the theme jumpsuit that took it to the next level. Once you got out of Tokyo the story evolved and the interactions with the locals was so special and well captured!! A night of Debauchery and Mayhem with the Aussies who us? Couldnt be (hi from Melbourne Australia), bit like every bar or nightclub in Bali guaranteed full of Aussies. No wonder James had to pee so often he had a drink at every vending machine along the way. Nice job guys, really well done and so resputful of the culture and customs. Thanks for sharing👍
Cheers mate :)
Wow well that was amazing, cant wait for part 2 Karl! The first half brought back great memories of when I went to Tokyo, you missed out on Harajuku though.. and the second half made me want to go back and discover the other amazing places that Japan has to offer :D Couldn't agree more with 54:50 - That was one of my favorite things whilst I was there. I really hope I see some sushi getting eaten in the next episode!
these videos are rare and legendary
Had no idea how gregarious the Japanese were! Love it!
1 like before watching the video and could not resist watching once again. Counting days for part 2.
Japan has been long on my list. So cool to see you explore and enjoy Tokyo and Kyoto, the views in the last one from the temples and hills were exceptional, but then Mario Kart racing is like a nerd dream come true, awesome first part 👍🏻
Yeah Mario Kart was a proper pinch yourself “is this really happening?” kinda moment
Super underrated video! Glad i found this gem :) I really want to go to Japan somewhere in my live. I also started learning Japanese a couple days ago!
Thanks 😊
back watching AGAIN but this time on my tv!
Thanks 😊
In two weeks I'll finally be going back to Japan. This video gave me so much hype. Enjoyed seeing you two having fun and enjoying Japan so much. Will be watching part two very soon :)
Thank you for doing this, gives us a real insight into the world and travelling
Thanks for watching :)
Another great episode, though I’m looking forward to the second part more as Osaka is one of my favourite places.
Awesome, awesome and more awesomeness!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I enjoyed it very, very, very much!!!
Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries , cheers to you too mate, good onya!!!
I saw all your videos from jpn well ur so lucky you've been there, me I'm living here for almost 24yrs all I know is gifu ken. Good luck guy's nice traveling!
Thanks :)
Really enjoying your content Karl - all your videos are very engaging! Keep up the good work!
Thanks Paul 👍
This was great, some of the camera shots at the end were just incredible. Cant help but think if you'd got a clear recording of the singing those two bit combined would have been amazing. Looking forward to part 2.
Karl this video is fantastic! We are planning a trip to Japan next year and I’ve watched loads of videos! Yours are both fun and informative! Thanks so much!
Cheers Ian
I think this has inspired me to go to Japan. I have always thought it was far too expensive
Go for it! 😊
Best travel videos hands down
Enjoying this Jan 25, '21 11am Eastern
I really want to go to Japan as a destination, that's been on my bucket list for 10 years ( a layover in Tokyo was good, but I want it as a destination).
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
I’m watching this in 2022! The content is so great and can’t wait to travel to Japan again! Saw you have new videos for Europe, will definitely check that out! Switzerland is amazing ❤️
Another classic.
What I dislike about Karls Watsons clips is the fact they are not being played on National Geographic TV.
Ha! Cheers 😊
Always look forward to your new videos, as always, 1st part of Japan didn't disappoint. Really looking forward to going there myself sometime.
Awesome job! The Mario cart thing was super cool. Can't wait for Part 2. 👍
awesome video ..looks like fun ...going to japan for the first time in late september ..should be a epic trip
Awesome! Love your style of vlogging.
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀
@@JapaneseTraveller Traveling to Japan is always a great no matter the season.
LOVE Japan!
wow this is it karl, japan traditional way and hightic train amazing
My fiancé and I spent all of October last year in japan , and this made me miss it soo much , an amazing country and I want to go back soon ! Great video as always buddy . Love it !
D.N.A Travel same haha. Literally the same as you. October last year.
It's finally here. Another quality production. Cheers
Thanks for this video. Watched this before our trip to Japan last year and it was really useful.
We did not get chance to do the super Mario racing cars :( Will just have to go back again! 😉
I enjoy watching this episode. I'm travelling at the end of this month to Japan. Best regards from Helsinki, Finland.
In the town of Launceston Tasmania Australia, the city park has real snow monkeys for free to see for the public. I always found this weird cause it does not snow here and it gets quite hot.
This makes me miss Japan so much!! Loved the video. Great work as always! 💖
Yeah, Japan is amazing country 😀