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  1. Smorking on the street is prohibited.
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  2. 3:10 they take your picture then demand a huge fee.....or else what? lol
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  3. I'll be in Tokyo from June 1st to June 15th ๐Ÿ˜‚ It's ok, I've been in July so I know it can't be as bad as July
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  4. Gender gap in career promotion in Japan is still very much a thing. I don't agree with positive discrimination or quotas as enforced elsewhere (because not based on merit), but I have seen talented women never being promoted while very average guys got to higher hierarchy nearly by default in a couple of years' time. Everyone knows that is very common in Japan. Also, when you're a foreigner in Japan, being considered "foreign" is only normal, especially since the Japanese culture and language are so complex and most foreigners remain average at knowing them. However, the problem is rather that no matter how polished their Japanese skills and ways are, foreigners who made the effort are never taken seriously anyway, and seldom granted any form of respect at the workplace: you're always Japanese enough for the hard work, harassment and responsibilities, but never for the reward, pay/bonus or status recognition. In fact, typical foreigners with questionable manners and zero intention to make an effort to adapt often get away with anything and some tend to even become quite popular like mascots, because perceived as "fun" (or so it seems). Other than that, it's a great country, unique in many exquisite ways. Thanks for these videos.
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  5. Subscribed! โ„๏ธ
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  6. I'm on trip #11 in 4 weeks - Shirahama Wakayama for 12-days Kyushu is on my "will visit soon" list. Yokan ๐Ÿค” ok I'll look out for it and try ๐Ÿ‘ RESEARCH - I never stop ๐Ÿคญ yes yes yes, absolutely research and maximum your time in Japan Thanks for the video and sound advice ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต
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  7. high humidity in summer
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  8. The mythical Japanese culture from the early 2000s is all but gone now, as far as I know.
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  9. 2:21 I agree with konbinis being overrated. Neighborhood groceries are better for me to the point that before I book a stay I always check if there is a local grocery nearby. 2:49 Tech is dependent on the culture that creates it. Given that Japan still uses fax machines and still use a mountain of paperwork it's tech only serves Japan. 8:26 Yes, Shibuya Crossing is widely overrated. What makes it really bothersome is the many inconsiderate tourists taking pictures while crossing when I'm just trying to get to the other side. I think your points all have one thing in common: social media. Everyone wants a picture to prove they had a "unique Japanese experience" and it less of truly experiencing something personal and meaningful in Japan.
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  10. Me too Sept 18 have a great trip
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  11. hey, am going this June to travel is it all going to be rain or we might have sunny days
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  12. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ Yes , we have to be alert in all countries as all countries also have their prisons , meaning that , all countries have their share of criminals , & all countries have their mental hospitals , meaning that , all countries have their mentally unstabled people! We can give a small donation to these fake monks or influencers as a gestures of goodwill but not following them into their bigger money traps! Thank You So Much for these honest tourist advices! You're a good ambassador for preserving the Good Japanese Culture & Practices! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ™ Arigato Gozaimasu! ๐ŸŒท๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŒโœŒ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ•Š๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต
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  13. Nao, thanks for the video! gonna be in Japan in 5 weeks! third time but first time solo. I absolutely love your country! take care my friend!
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  14. Recipe book ?
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  15. to stay warm you need to be breathing in warm air
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  16. Good, informative advice. ๐Ÿ‘
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  17. I have been to Japan four times and in the beginning of this video, I was worried you might point out some serious mistake I have been making without knowing better. But to my relief most of these things would be considered common sense also in Finland and annoy us as well. This was a good video and I wish everyone traveling to Japan would bother to get some basic information before landing in Japan.
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  18. Thank you for another great video Nao!! โค
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  19. Tourists are everywhere, itโ€™s not unique to Japan.
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  20. Both of the local traditions you spoke about sound wonderful. We are not even remotely considering moving to Japan, but the two traditions you briefed on sound like things which would be excellent for community building anywhere. We voluntarily participate in multiple local non-profit organizations in our area and give far more than $40/year to support people in need. We also regularly participate in community cleanup and beautification projects. It would be amazing if all ~50,000 people in our small city did so as well. Being helpful to others is rewarding for the individual and for the community.
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  21. Very interesting from an American perspective...thanks!
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  22. It would definitely be Countryside life. The country there is so gorgeous. Thank you for replying to my comment.
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  23. Lol. #1, "Don't get in the way when using your camera". Please tell this to Japanese (and Chinese and Korean and EVERY OTHER nationality of tourists) when in foreign countries!!! It's universal inconsideration.
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  24. My partner told me when he was staying in Japan he once interacted with a dog, later the owner chided and hit the dog for interacting with a stranger. (not abuse, just a light hit) I wonder what kind of culture that is... don't get me wrong I love Japan and have visited many times and understand their culture reasonably but that behaviour was quite shocking.
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  25. I'm craving for spicy ramen now ๐Ÿ˜ฅ
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  26. 8:18 ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ
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  27. It was amazing to visit japan and not have to deal with blacks. It was so great not have to worry about being robbed or stabbed at night in a large city.
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  28. Don't stress yourself about trying to follow every single damn rule. If you're a polite, friendly, respectful person you will do fine. Tokyo is full of massive crybabies stuck with their dead end jobs and stagnant salaries, they take their frustrations out on easy targets.
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  29. I was recently in Tokyo in early June. It was so beautiful, clean and safe. I had the best time and was able to avoid crowds. I even hired a couple of guides and had them take me to a few spots. The food was incredible and people were so helpful. Canโ€™t say enough nice things about beautiful Japan. Iโ€™m already planning my trip for next year ๐Ÿ’ Thank you for an awesome video!
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  30. Great Video. Thanks for sharing!
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  31. I bought some ginger and chicken stock to try the drink from the other video. Here, there are requirements for a lot of insulation making house building crazy expensive. I think the Japanese way has some good and maybe bad points to it.
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  32. Give over, his english is understandable
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  33. Hi. I see a lot of advices about ic cards but what about day transport pass in the cities ? I heard that one in Tokyo is around 600 yen .
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  34. Excellent advice. I almost made the mistake of closing the taxi door as I would usually do.
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  35. What would you recommend we bring to wear during mid till end of june in tokyo, kyoto and osaka?? Will rly appreciate ur reply
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  36. My wife and I only go to places where there are no foreign tourists.
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  37. Great, spread foreigners everywhere across japan and dont keep them contained. Good idea!
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  38. @JapanwithNaoย  Thank you very much for the quick reply! ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„
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  39. Taking off your cap is common courtesy everywhere tbh. They just don't care.
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  40. I'm a guy, and even I got groped on the subway during my trip. More than once.
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  41. I have an odd question: when you speak English, do you still feel like you....your original personality or do you feel like the English speaking version of you?...Im asking because I am curious as to how much language influences our persinality... For example, I started speaking with an Australian accent, and instantly felt happier and more cheerful, even though I speak normally with a west coast American accent. Also, I know some French, and when I speak French I dont feel like my normal self.
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  42. ย @JapanwithNaoย  I decided to email ahead of time and ask their rules on tattoos. Theyโ€™re allowed in the actual club warp ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿป Being from a warm state in America Iโ€™ll definitely wear long sleeves in the Tokyo weather!
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  43. These are always interesting to watch as a Dane, but for a different reason than many other Westerners. Most of these unspoken rules are also applicable here. Especially the two principles that you pointed out. The biggest difference is how confrontational people will be about those rules here. While usually Japanese people might endure in silence and give you the stare of disapproval, people can and will openly and loudly confront you about them here. The most obvious case of this is the bike lanes here. I have seen tourist walk on bike paths and not only will you be cursed at but you could also get rammed into by a bike (on purpose), sure only assholes do that but no one will defend you
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  44. Hello Nao, thank you for your thought provoking video. I leave for Japan in 34 days. I have saved for this MY trip of a lifetime, and your video reassured me greatly. ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตโœˆ๏ธ
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  45. You need a strong and caculated mind. Use logic and reasoning when traveling in most of the countries. Looking up good places to go and Do not trust any stranger you see. Is the golden rule.
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  46. I lived in Japan 20 years ago and loved it - the culture and the beautiful scenery. Everything!! I hope Japan does not replace it's population with foreigners (like me) as they would replace what is so special and unique.
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  47. Been 4 times and October was one of the best months
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  48. While I found your video interesting, I must point out that the things you mention are part of your upbringing in and familiarity with Japan. Visitors to Japan have never experienced them and, therefore, find them interesting and, sometimes, awesome....even though a native Japanese resident may find them "ho-hum". As an example, the first time I arrived in Kyoto station I was awed by both the architecture and the abundance of stores/restaurants. I'm sure that to locals it's just another place to shop and catch a train. The same holds true everywhere you go. The things you may find awesome, strange, quizzical, etc. are merely the things the locals hold as normal, day-to-day parts of their lives.
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  49. Hot cocoa, and I also enjoy tea too.
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  50. I feel nostalgic for Japan during COVID-19. Of course, self-quarantine, wearing a mask, and many social roles all the time were very burdensome, but by that time, I thoroughly enjoyed thousands of sightseeing places in all 46 prefectures without any crowds and tourists at very reasonable prices. Due to the Go To Travel Campaign, I was able to accommodate some business hotels with less than 1,000ๅ†† all the time and even a Kokyu-Yado at under 30,000ๅ††, more than 100,000ๅ†† as usual.
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