48-hour guide to Kyoto Japan (everything we did)๐๐ฏ๐ต
Konichiwa and welcome to [Music] Kito. We’re so excited to be spending the next 48 hours here in Kyoto, a city that served as the imperial capital of Japan for more than a millennium. It is a city steeped in history, culture, and tradition with over a thousand Buddhist temples, stunning Shinto shrines, and beautifully preserved wooden townouses. It is undoubtedly one of the best places to immerse yourself in Japanese culture and experience the true traditional arts of this incredible country, and we intend to do exactly that. [Music] [Music] We’ve arrived in Kyoto and this is a place we are so excited to explore. We’ve just checked into our accommodation here. It’s called the Wise Aisle Hostel, but we were lucky enough to get a twin room. We’ve actually got bunk beds for the first time. So, this is quite cute to share a bunk bed with Clary. It’s a very small room. It’s only 7 square m, but that’s all we need because downstairs we got a nice little uh living area, dining area, kitchen, and then there’s shared bathrooms. So, yeah, it’s been very comfortable. We’ll be here for 48 hours, and we actually just arrived from Soul, South Korea. We popped out of Japan quickly, did a little trip there, and we’re back to see finally Sakura season. The blossoms have just started like yesterday or the day before here in Japan. So very excited. The travel day from Seoul was quite a brutal one. I won’t even lie. It took the entire day. We flew from Seoul to Osaka airport and immigration there was an absolute nightmare. It took 2 hours of lining up and all of that jazz and then we eventually took the limousine bus here to Kyoto station. It took an hour and a half and luckily our hostel is within walking distance to the station. So that’s really convenient. But yeah, it was a pretty brutal day. I must admit I really struggled to find affordable accommodation here in Kyoto. Everything is so expensive and all the good highly rated stuff was booked up. So if I have any advice for you, book this place in advance. It is the one of the most popular destinations in all of Japan and it’s super crowded as well, but for good reason. Anyway, it’s time to get an early night cuz we have a very early morning. I believe Clary’s got a fun day planned for us. So we’ll see you guys then. [Music] Good morning. We are on our way to our first activity here in Kyoto. And I can already tell you, I am in love with this place. The architecture, the little houses, the gardens. So cute. Everywhere you look, there’s just a beautiful temple or another beautiful gate or finely pruned tree. It’s so stunning. And then this [Music] box, smaller. Okay. What color are we thinking today? Minko. Yeah. Oo, so many. Oh, that’s quite nice. Japanese best. What design best? Okay. Flower design is the best. No flower. What this one? It’s beautiful. Modern. Modern. Modern. Oh, modern. Modern. Okay. It’s nice. I like that one. Sakura season. Okay. Okay. So, we have to wear pink. Okay. I like it. I can speak English. No, you’re doing great. Yeah, that’s quite cool cuz it’s got pink at the bottom. Looks like it’s going to be huge for you. Huge for me? Yeah. Yeah. Try put it on and see. I think you have to fold it in the midsection. Ah, yeah. Probably. Hey. Wow. She says it’s Sakura season and that we have to wear pink. So, I was like, “Yes, good. I like beautiful love.” Yeah. Look at this little towel here. I think I’m ready. Yeah. [Music] Wa! Look at you. This belt’s so big. That’s beautiful. You got a little boat. I got a little boat. [Music] Kawaii. Kawaii. Kawaii. Kawaii. [Music] Kawaii. Kawaii. Beautiful. [Music] All right. Now, this is how you explore Ky. So, the man has to wear darker colors traditionally, and she said because it’s Sakura season, I should wear pink. So there was no ways we could match. But this your outfit is good. Look at your feet. Look at our feet. The shoes are interesting. I won’t lie. [Music] It’s tough to walk up. I’m going to break my ankle. [Music] We’ve made it to Sanen Zaka Street. It’s a beautiful historical residential street. Just a stunning Kyoto architecture street. And there’s two of them. There’s Sunen Zaka and Nan Zaka, I think. And they are both so beautiful. So packed already, though. And it’s only like 9:30 a.m. So, I can just imagine this place later on today. It’s going to be crazy. But we look so cute in our kimonos. I did watch a video of a guy interviewing Japanese people and asking them their thoughts on foreigners wearing kimono and apparently they absolutely love it and they take it so seriously because we are here respecting their culture and really diving into it. So, I’m I’m chuffed about that. That’s why we decided to do it. We’ve got these kimonos for hours and hours. I don’t know how many more hours I can wear this thing though cuz I can hardly breathe. I literally have the belt is tight. Listen to this. Tactic. But uh yeah, we just did Nanaka and Senzaka. Stunning streets. Just super crowded. So come early if you’re a photographer. The word kimono translates simply to a thing to wear with ki meaning wear and mono meaning thing. It is one of Japan’s most enduring and iconic garments rich in history, symbolism, and cultural meaning. Once worn daily by samurai, merchants, and artisans, the kimono varied in style and fabric to reflect social class and occupation as Japan modernized and western clothing spread. The kimono transitioned from daily wear to formal attire, worn during special occasions. At its heart is the obi or sash. Traditionally tied at the back and pressed flat across the front. Its flatness is more than aesthetic. It embodies discipline, refinement, and respect for tradition. Every fold and detail speaks to a quiet devotion to form and ritual. The kimono is a living symbol of Japanese identity, expressing elegance, restraint, and a deep connection between the individual, the season, and the surrounding world. We have found our people. All the kimonos have gathered to come and shoot under these incredible cherry blossom trees and everyone looks so pretty. We rented this kimono on Get Your Guide and you can actually rent with a photographer and I think that’s amazing. We are our own photographers so it makes no sense for us. But definitely if you’re doing the kimono, get the photographer as well. They’ll bring you to all the best picture spots. Like look at these girls. They even have the umbrellas and the hair done. I didn’t do my hair, but I’m actually getting further than I should have. Just so much fun. It’s beautiful. And I cannot believe that we are here in Japan in Sakura season in a kimono in front of the cherry blossom trees. It’s quite epic. 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So, head to the description of this video for that link and start booking those experiences now before they get booked up. Look at undies. That’s hilarious. At least you’re a bit warm. Hey, I can finally breathe. I’m so grateful. It was one of the most intense outfit experiences of my life. Me, too. So, we found this little coffee and bar place just around the corner from our kimono higher. But unfortunately, might need to take a bit of a reset today because my back and neck are really going into a spasm. So, we are on the hunt for an acupuncturist and a massage to hopefully get that sorted out cuz last night’s sleep really messed up my neck. I don’t know what it is with the hostel stays, but these pillows are like sandbags. I’m not I’m not a fan. All of the cafes and the buildings and stuff are made the traditional way. And look at these walls. Papermรขchรฉ, like grass and sand, bamboo everywhere, and just sleek wooden lines. I love it. I’m obsessed with architecture. One thing I’ve noticed is that all of the cafes and stuff have beautiful little [Music] gardens out of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. Kyoto is my favorite. This is just the Japan I wanted to see. natural materials everywhere. The traditional Japanese architecture obviously everyone in kimonos makes it so much better, but it kind of feels like barley to me in a sense, like the barley of Japan. And it’s because of I don’t know, it’s just so much nature and the natural material, stone, wood. Yeah. Trees. Oh, it’s just I just love it here. I really do. What I’m loving is just the old vintage Toyota taxis that they have everywhere. It’s so nice to see old cars still in use. I really think the new way we build cars is just so ugly and boring. Like, how cool is that Uber? [Music] Wow. I’m just so happy and grateful to be alive. This is a beautiful walk. Oh, this is where we should have come all along. [Music] Stop it. I love it. Amazing. Look at this beautiful road we found randomly here on our way to the acupuncturist. I think it’s the most beautiful road in all of Kyoto. You think so? I honestly I just didn’t think Japan could get better if but Sakura season guys is so magical. I’m so grateful that we came at this time. Yeah, it’s so beautiful. Look at this in front of us. [Music] I didn’t expect there to be blossoms absolutely everywhere, but there are and it’s so magical. There’s also these green willow trees that I love so much. They’re so bright, like neon green. There’s this beautiful walkway that we’ll come to afterwards when Rhett’s back is fixed. They’ve pretty much planted blossoms everywhere there’s a stream. I think it’s magical. And by the way, during Sakura season, everything, mainly the drinks and the food are also Sakura season themed. So they’ll put little blossoms on your drink or you can go into 7-Eleven and get the little blossom machis. They really really love their Sakura season. In fact, the other day they announced on the day we announced Sakura season, it has begun and they looked at their their flagship blossom and announced it. I just love it. [Music] Okay, we finished at the acupuncturist. We’re just having a little snack stop. Um, I also got acupuncture and I feel so nauseious and dizzy every single time I get acupuncture around my shoulders, but it’s just something I’ve been suffering with for a long time. Riy says he feels a little relieved, but it still hurts. Still a bit tense. I had like 14 years in my bag. Yeah. But he says it’ll feel much better tomorrow. Not how we wanted to spend our time in Kyoto, I’ll be honest. But it’s fine. We’re now in the thick of it in the main area where all the best restaurants and stuff are because we’ve got another tour that I’m so very excited to attend and it’s a very special one. We are now in the walking street of Kyoto. And if you want to take any knickknacks home, like beautiful gifts, definitely buy them here. Please look. That entire shop is dedicated just to fans. Incredible Japanese fans. There’s such beautiful stuff here. Japan is known for its incredible ceramics as well. So, there’s tons of little teacups and soy sauce things that you can take home. Stunning. It’s a very cool trendy area, isn’t it? Yo, this is just beautiful. We have made it to the next stop here in Kyoto, and that is the Samurai Museum. We’ve just signed up for the 1-hour tour. So, we’re going to quickly learn as much as we can about the history. I’m super amped about this cuz I played Ghost of Tsushima. I actually finished it just before we came on this trip. So, I’m very excited to actually see the armor here in real life. It’s pretty damn awesome. He’s small. Yeah. What we did learn already is that samurai weren’t you couldn’t just be a samurai. You had to actually be born into a samurai family. So there were only about 5 to 10% of the population that were allowed to actually be samurai. Samurai were the hereditary warrior class of feudal Japan serving as military nobility from the 12th century until the 19th century. They followed a strict ethical code known as bushido which emphasized loyalty, honor, discipline, and marshall skill. Samurai were often tied to powerful feudal lords and held political and military authority. YouTuber or Oh yeah. Are you a samurai? I wish. We learned so many facts already about samuris. Each uniform has a meaning. So the plate that they have on their helmet symbolizes something like speed or strength or something like that. When they have a little rabbit, that means they’re really agile and fast. Second of all, some of them have fake mustaches, and that’s because you have become a samurai at the age of 12, and because you’re so young and you’re not intimidating on the battlefield, you put a little mustache on them, and then you look also the ladies who used to be samuras, too, and they would put a mustache as well to hide their gender. Female samurai. These are all the different katanas the samuras would have wielded back in the day. The long swords that they fight with. Insanely strong and insanely sharp, too. Be careful. Be careful. Yeah. I trust you, sir. Don’t swing. That’s a real katanas over here. That’s 300 years old. Okay. But but for you guys, okay, but for you guys, unsharp. Yeah, I didn’t sharpen you. Okay. Don’t worry. It’s safety. Okay. Unsharp. But still pointy. Please don’t stab anyone. [Music] The most interesting fact that he’s told us here is that these handles are made out of shark or stingray skin for grip. How awesome. And this one specifically is 300 years old and the oldest one that they have here is 700 years old. We also got to learn about Saigo Takamorei. Often referred to as the last true samurai and legendary figure here in Japan. He bravely led the Satsuma rebellion against the Maji government who were abolishing traditional Japanese values such as honor, loyalty, and marshall discipline in favor of rapid westernization. His rebellion ended in defeat, but after his death, he was seen as a hero and symbol of honor and resistance to cultural erosion. He was later pardoned by the emperor and today his statue still stands in park in Tokyo as a national icon. Ninjas or shinobi were covert agents or mercenaries active primarily during the Sangoku period, a time of civil war and chaos in Japan. Unlike samurai, ninjas were not part of the noble warrior class. Many ninjas actually came from commoner or peasant backgrounds. Because they didn’t have access to formal weapons or armor like the samurai, they adapted with what they had, which was mostly farming tools. Over time, these tools were modified for self-defense, stealth, and sabotage. They specialized in espionage, infiltration, assassination, and guerilla warfare. Please don’t throw yet. Don’t throw yet. Thank you. Please make ninja experience. I’m ready. Uh, let me show you how to shake. Use your microphone quickly. Quick, quick. Three, two, one, go. Ninja. That’s it. I’ll stick to my pool machine. Oh my gosh. Oh my gosh. I told you. All right, done with the museum. We had to quickly zip out after the shuriken toss and we are on our way to the tea ceremony. Tea. Unfortunately, because we booked so last minute, there’s only a spot for one of us, and we haven’t even asked if the other can come. So, I think I’m just going to film it. Clary’s going to do all the drinking of the tea. What exactly is going on? I think it’s a whole story. Making tea in Japan is not like making tea back home. It is so much more special. It takes a lot of discipline and patience, and it’s more like a meditative way of creating art. It’s not just tea. Okay. Okay. Well, let’s go learn all about [Music] it. It’s time to put on yet another kimono. Two kimonos one day. There’s so many beautiful colors here. Wow. [Music] Beautiful one. Hey, come close. See the details. Oh, look at this. Look at his back. I can actually breathe in this one. So, it’s fantastic. Nice. I went with a color that I would never usually wear. What do you think? I think it’s looks great. Tell us in the comments. Do I suit green or nah? Which one do you prefer? This morning’s or this one? I don’t know which one. I like this morning, but this is a bit fancier. Yeah. Yeah. Jeeled out and the hairdo. Yeah, the hair is beautiful. Hey. Wow. Before entering any shrine, temple or tea room in Japan, Chisuya is an important act of spiritual and physical cleanliness rooted in the Shinto belief of purity. It reflects core Japanese values like respect for tradition, mindfulness, and harmony with nature and the divine. Tea was originally introduced to Japan from China in the 9th century and became popular amongst the elite. In the 15th century, a Buddhist monk suggested the preparation of tea should be a form of spiritual practice, simple, meditative, and deeply respectful. The following century, Senor Riku, considered the grandmaster of the tea ceremony refined the practice into a highly codified ritual. He emphasized wabishabi, a beauty in simplicity, imperfection, and quiet elegance. His influence still defines the tea ceremony to this day. The aim of each gathering is to create Ichigo. It written on the hanging scroll. It means once in a lifetime occasion for both the host and the guest. Every movement and gesture in the ceremony is deliberate, encouraging both host and guests to be fully present and appreciate the moment. Matcha is a finely ground powder from whole green tea leaves. Whisking helps to airate the tea which enhances its natural grassy aroma and softens the flavor making it creamier and more balanced. Creating a layer of foam indicates proper technique, freshness and a deep care for the guest. Normally we have some sweets before tea served. So pink thing on the small plate is Japanese traditional sweets called wagashi. The design of wagashi is often inspired by seasonal motif. So today’s motif is sakura so cherry blossom and today’s wagashi is made from white beans, sugar and rice flour. So it’s completely vegan. We feel incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to experience something like this in Japan and can highly recommend. And now we have these epic photos to show our grandkids one day, [Music] too. That was such a fantastic experience. I literally can’t even recommend it more. It’s just such a short little beautiful traditional Japanese experience. And I do think you have to do it before you leave Japan. And it came with a kimono. A lot of um tea ceremonies don’t actually include the kimono. And it was even more beautiful kimono than before. So highly recommend we booked that one on get your guide. And we’ll link it down below for you and on the screen now. And right next to it is the street food market. So we’re going to get a meal here. Perfect. I’m going this one. Thank you. 1,23. Right, we are here in the Nishiki food market. We are about to try an eel and crab skewer. Thank you. Thank you. Eel’s just going to taste like fish and crab’s just going to taste like crab. I’ve had crab obviously, but eel I have never had. I’m very interested to see if we like this eel. Whoa. The whole piece good tastes like cultured back home. Oh, crab. I like the eel more. Wow. You usually love crab. It’s a little like I’m not sure if I like that. It’s a little gooey. You have the last meal. You like that, eh? You don’t mind the the It is a little gooey. Gooey. Gooey from the skin. M. I feel like you just got all the omega-3s. after taste and texture. No, it’s healthy. It’s good for you. Must say, just getting back to that tea ceremony, I’ve never seen a tea master take the making of tea so seriously. I almost didn’t want to film because every time I was filming Cla, he would like pause and wait for the rest of the class for me to pick up the set and actually stir my matcha. And I was like felt like I was back in school and the headmaster was giving me the side eye. But that’s not actually what it was. He he said to us that he started the ceremony with humbleness and he wanted everyone to enjoy the experience equally and that was just it. He just wanted breath to be part of the experience as well. So he waited for all of us to keep on the same time. I must say the introduction nearly had me in tears because he he said that the moment is very important and it’ll never happen again. this moment right now with us and hit me in the fields. I won’t lie. Thank you. Udon, it’s our first in Japan. First udon. Yeah. Smells beautiful. Peppery. We’ve got green onions. Yeah. And of course, what else? Oh, cheers. My dinner and your dinner. [Music] Chicken noodle soup. Perfect if you’re feeling sick or under the weather. Kieran beer. Perfect if you’re a dude that has to wear dresses all day. Nice little udon there at Benzo. And that’s going to wrap up the day. We’ll see you guys in the morning for the next fun day here in Kyoto. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Good morning. Look where we are. So many little gates as you walk in. Just been walking for about 10 minutes. Gate after gate after gate. Founded in the year 711, Fushimi Inari predates Kyoto’s rise as the capital of Japan. It’s famous for its thousands of Tory gates that have been donated over time by individuals and businesses as acts of gratitude or prayers for success. Walking the Tory covered paths is both a physical and spiritual journey representing a movement from the everyday world into a sacred purifying space. It isn’t just a tourist attraction. It’s a living symbol of Kyoto’s spiritual heritage. This is one of the most photogenic, beautiful places we’ve ever been. And I cannot believe it’s for free. All of these people just get to wander around here for free. We’re all so lucky. Anyway, our time is up. We’re going to head down. And it’s actually quiet now. Coming back down at 8:00. So, I don’t know if coming early early is actually the best idea. We took the train from Kiota station to Nar Station. It was literally like a 5-minute train and we got here. So worth it. So easy to get to. It’s super amazing. And I believe this was built like over 1,300 years ago. I’m just blown away. Look how filled it is. It’s so busy. It’s so hilarious. Everyone’s lining up right at the bottom here, thinking that this is their only photo opportunity. Little do they know it goes on for kilometers. They have thousands of poles to take photos with, but everyone’s like waiting in the line. Shame. I don’t think I’ve visited a place as busy as this. This is far busier than the Taj Mahal even, which is saying a lot. [Music] We’re back at our hostel and we have to check out at 10:00 a.m. and they asked us to get rid of all the bedding. So, take it all off and then take it downstairs, which is very interesting. And we’ve been noticing it a lot in Korea and Japan. They ask you to recycle. In Soul, we are in Busousan, we have to take all of our trash cans down and separate all of our trash. So, I think it just makes it easier on a person’s job cuz there’s too many of us bloody tourists. This place is either incredibly tasty or very, very small inside because we’re currently waiting outside in the line to get in for breakfast. It’s called Kazul and it’s about 700 meters from the Wise Ale Hostel. This is a cute little place sitting here while they cook breakfast right in front of us. We’ve just ordered two coffees and French toast and scrambled egg toast. It’s pretty affordable, too. [Music] from Costa Rica. Costa Rica. It’s a full breakfast basically. So, whatever you order, it comes with a nice big salad and a bowl of yogurt with some kiwis. Amazing. That was an absolutely fabulous breakfast that felt like you were being teleported or you stepped into a time capsule and went back about I don’t know 100 years. I really loved that experience. The guy even had like old films playing on a projector on the screen behind us. Jazzy old music. He was wearing a cool outfit with a hat on, making coffee in the most interesting way in these freaking cylinders and burners. Ah, what an experience. And the food was perfect. Yeah, that man is definitely a chef, a trained chef. We have one last stop here at a little tea house for Clary to get some matcha. Hopefully that makes her strong and healthy again. And she’s obviously going to have some mi, which is one of her favorite little desserts. So, we’re just heading back into the town near to the famous street food market. One thing I absolutely love about Kyoto is the fact that beautiful gardens everywhere in front of everyone’s homes. And some of them even have bonsai trees. And this one right here must be like 45 years old. It is so amazing. I think it’s an oak or a maple tree. See, look at this little garden. Even if it’s small, it’s still nice and colorful and beautiful to look at. Just walking through these streets, you do really feel like you are in Japan. Like Tokyo, not so much because it’s obviously such a new city. It’s been flattened a couple of times from the war and earthquakes, but Kyoto luckily survived. The cars in Japan literally make me giggle. They they get so squished. Their noses are so squished. And you love squish things like English bulldogs. [Music] Beautiful tree. Wow. There’s a line outside here now and people are rocking up in taxis. This place is so famous. I’m so chuffed. We got a reservation actually today. So this building was built by KMO. He was a great painter. He drew a big dragon on the setting of Nand temple. So this is main garden. That phone was made imitating a liver. Wow. Of main gate of Kyoto more than 1,000 years ago. Wow. Very young. That’s incredible. This is chasu. It means teremony room. The symbol of this room is the p with a knot. That p was given from Japanese emperor more than 100 years ago. Looks like monkey, right? Monkey and the moon. That’s incredible. Wow. This the owner, the painter. H yes, he is. He was painting like this. Oh my gosh. Thank you. So this is backyard. These grasses was made more than 100 years ago. Now it’s impossible to make a same thing. The glass. Yes. Japanese old technos. So it’s impossible now. Same like samurai swords, right? After you finish eating. walk. Yes, you can go into the garden from here. The temple. Visiting the Kubu family residence was an absolute highlight and perfect end to our time here in Kyoto. It really is a place where tradition is not just remembered but lived. And we felt that transported back to a time where craftsmanship and nature moved as one. The former owner’s love for art lives on too. Taking the shape of Hanawarabi Machi, a luminous, delicate suite adorned with edible flowers like fleeting blossoms captured in glass. We can’t recommend this enough, especially if you want to appreciate the little things in life. [Music] That was a fabulous experience that we didn’t actually plan for. We were actually going to go to another bamboo forest, but we luckily got to see a bit of a bamboo forest at the temple this morning. So, we decided, let’s go have some tea. And yeah, that was unexpectedly amazing. Yeah, we were going to do the Arashiyama bamboo forest. It’s very popular, but apparently you have to get there early in the morning just like this morning’s temple, otherwise you’re met with plenty crowds. And unfortunately, we’re off now. We’re leaving Kyoto and we’re on to our next destination. So, we didn’t have another morning to do it. But definitely, guys, please plan another night or two. Two nights in Kyoto are absolutely not enough. There’s so much to do here. I mean, I just looked at the Google Maps link that we had. If you guys want to see all the best places that we found in the whole of Japan, you can download our resource pack. We’ll put a link to that in the description. But wow, there are so many things around us here. It’s actually insane. You would have to stay so long to get everything done. You guys, I’m so sad to leave Kyoto. This has been my favorite by far. And tomorrow, we are off to Mount Fuji. Stick along. Stick along. Stick around. Yeah. And if you like this one, don’t forget to give it a like and subscribe. And we’ll see you guys in the next one. Bye. [Music]
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First comment! Always great to see you posting a video!
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Thank you for sharing this with us. Looking very beautiful!!
I love these Japan videos!
Flippen insane as always. Well done guys ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผโค๐ฅฐ. Absolutely amazing photography โค
Sakura season in Japan is absolutely mental with tourism. The immigration lines are too crazy. Have to take an off hour flight mid week in order to reduce the time getting through immigration.
Yeah, I love the retro Toyota Crown comfort and sedan taxis in Japan – very classy, classic and elegant. They're starting to get replaced now though sadly.
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Kyoto , in our opinion is what traditional Japan is all about. The history, the culture, the dress the food , the landscape. We love Osaka. but our true favorite is Kyoto. If you scramble the letters of Kyoto . It spells Tokyo . Get your guide is great . We have you used them in the past, so good. Stunning video. So well done. ๐โคโค๐ Love you guys !!
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Awesome video! We will be in Japan in 1 week.
I know that I've been commenting on every one of your Japan videos, but here I am again ๐
Kyoto is my Japan hometown. I moved there in 2019 to be an English teacher and stayed there during the COVID-19 pandemic until moving to Tokyo in 2021. Your video warmed my heart and reminded me of that unforgettable time in my life. Thank you for making such a beautiful video and for exploring so many cultural activities. You are right – Japanese people love when foreigners wear kimono! I can't even count the amount of times I was asked, "Have you worn Japanese kimono?" while living in Japan ๐ฏ๐ต๐ธ
I love this your kyoto video.. ๐
Very nice video.Thank yuu!
Beaming Claire in her kimono looks as though sheโs getting married again.
Both of them look elegant and beautiful in their kimonos. Her kimono especially matches the cherry blossoms very well. ๐ธ
Kimono is a wonderful outfit for the tea ceremony. Both of you look really great in kimono.
We so wanna do this too!! We are looking forward to visiting Kyoto !!
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I like the fact that you guys' respect Japanese traditions, even if you guys are just copying someone else's way of doing things๐๐Unagi is delicious when eaten with rice๐You looked lovely in your green kimono and your hair๐๐
Great video guys.
Hey off topic a bit, but I am 41 and also started having bad back, herniated discs and neck issues 6-7 years ago. The best thing I have found is a few yoga stretches every day like the cobra pose for a few minutes.
Back pain sucks and itโs worth the time to try and work on it before it gets worse.
I was expecting crowds in Kyoto but it looks like you went early morning to visit the stunning sites. Kyoto and Nara are the best in my opinion.
Wow another amazing vlog. You both had an amazing timeโค
Two hours in immigration is nothing, try more than double that in larger airports.
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Absolutely loved this video โ such a perfect blend of traditional and fun experiences in Kyoto! ๐ The kimono walk through Nannenzaka looked magical, and the tea ceremony was so peaceful. Also so glad you included the Samurai Museum โ itโs one of our favorite spots in Kyoto for an immersive, hands-on experience! โ
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Hi guys! Which tour is the last one you showed with the amazing dessert?! We are going again in October!
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Kyoto, inverted Tokyo?
The filming and editing are amazing โ super chill and totally inspiring! If you're planning a trip to Kyoto, this video is an absolute must-watch!