Matt's Travel Tips

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@Joe-wo4yv Күн бұрын

This is hands down the best Kyoto video I've seen on KZbin. Amazing cinematography, great tips, funny...this dude should have his own Netflix series.

@MattsTravelTips Күн бұрын

Wow! Thanks so much for the kind words! Really appreciate it. I’ll definitely take a Netflix series haha. Glad you enjoyed the vid! All the best:) - M

@Joe-wo4yv Күн бұрын

@@MattsTravelTips Seriously dude...keep it up!

@MattsTravelTips Күн бұрын

Thanks! I plan on it!!

@emmNemm103 Күн бұрын

I am so happy you are back! Matt’s travel videos are amazing. I came across his videos in 2019 and immediately fell in love with how beautifully he told the story of each destination. He always gave off modern day Anthony Bourdain vibes. Hope to one day meet you on my travels 🤞

@MattsTravelTips Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words!! Means a lot. And I’ll always (humbly) accept a comparison to the late, great Anthony Bourdain. He was my hero. And I’ll be around the world:) Perhaps we’ll bump into one another at some point. Thanks for the continued support! All the best:) - M

@binadamoupremier5226 Күн бұрын

I feel super lucky to stumble on your video weeks before my very 1st trip to Japan. Your info is top notch only matched by your delivery and sincerity. I'll definitely check out Kyoto and Osaka for multiple nights each thanks to your content. Keep it coming💯🙏🏾

@MattsTravelTips Күн бұрын

Thanks so much!! Appreciate the kind words!! Have the absolute best trip. All the best:) - M

@timmerritt3656 Күн бұрын

Dude that was so cool and helpful. I’m taking my fam in a couple months and will use this video to go to several of your recommendations. We’re staying in Poipu and will have a car. Thanks 🤙🏼

@MattsTravelTips Күн бұрын

Awesome! So glad you found it helpful!! Have the best trip!! It’s an amazing island. You’ll love it. All the best:) - M

@WilliamTurnerYARR 2 күн бұрын

Great humor, awesome advice. thank you bro

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

Glad you liked it!! All the best:) - M

@WilliamTurnerYARR 2 күн бұрын

"Trust me, I'm a guy on the internet" xD hahaha

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

Hahaha. Glad it made you laugh. Cheers:) - M

@vk8753 2 күн бұрын

Going back to kauai after after 20yrs, is it the tunnels beach or Haena beach that has dramatic high mountain backdrop ? will be really helpful if u can answer...

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

Yes!! That’s the beach! My favorite beach on the island. Incredible for snorkeling in the summer:) Ke’e beach (within the state park, which now requires reservations) has equally stunning cliffs as a backdrop, also has excellent snorkeling, and is right at the entrance to the Kalalau Trail. Note with Tunnels…parking can be tricky. Get there early or consider taking a shuttle if your hotel offers one:) Hope this helps!! Have the best trip. All the best:) - M

@vk8753 2 күн бұрын

@@MattsTravelTips I will staying at Poipu so I guess no shuttle. Would u recommend parking at Haena beach park and walking back or by any chance the park shuttle has any service here?

@vk8753 2 күн бұрын

too good, V V helpful info!

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you found it helpful!! All the best:) - M

@steveevans1404 2 күн бұрын

I love this. Beautifully shot, well-written, great information. And, the hat, a sly salute to Newsies? Thanks, Matt! I look forward to the next one.

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! Really appreciate it! I got the hat in London years ago, and it just felt appropriate for the autumn (when I shot the huge majority of this video) haha. But I did used to make my living doing musical theater, so maybe a subconscious salute to Newsies haha 🤔 Never was in that show, but had friends who were:) Thanks again for the comment! All the best:) - M

@AndreaArza-q4i 2 күн бұрын

Hola!! Me encantaria ver un video tuyo de tips en Los Angeles! Los de hawaii me sirvieron un monton para mi proximo viaje en el mes de marzo. Muchas gracias!

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

¡Me alegra mucho que el video de Hawái te haya sido útil! He pensado en hacer un video completo sobre Los Ángeles, pero no sé cuándo podré filmarlo. Primero tengo un par de otros videos que voy a grabar. ¡Gracias por ver mis videos! Un saludo, Matt

@nowgaku 3 күн бұрын

Wow,マット久しぶりですね！ Japan will always be with you!!

@MattsTravelTips 2 күн бұрын

観てくれて本当にありがとう！いつも応援してくれて感謝しています！日本はいつまでも僕の心の中にあります。よろしく、マット

@Decolonized 4 күн бұрын

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Thanks!!

@GrahamOxford-kk2hg 4 күн бұрын

Matt, this is superb.

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Thank you!!!! 🥰

@JulieGeorgouses 4 күн бұрын

Great Guy ! Awesome video ❤

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Thanks Julie!!! 😊

@AlmostLovers2002 4 күн бұрын

This video is amazing!! I leave for Japan in 6 days, thank you!! P.S I immediately booked the Hozugawa river boat tour, so excited!

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!! So glad you liked it! And YES! The boat tour is awesome. Such a cool way to see the epic scenery of that beautiful river. You may get splashed haha. So wear something you don’t mind getting a little wet (though they have covers on the sides of the boat they pull over you to prevent most big splashes...but I definitely got splashed once or twice haha. It’s a blast. Excited for you! Have a great trip! Japan is magic:) Eat ALL the food 😋 All the best :) - M

@AlmostLovers2002 4 күн бұрын

@@MattsTravelTipsI’m up for the adventure! And I noted down alllllll your restaurant recommendations- seriously they all look amazing. Thank you in advance. You’ve helped me so much with what I should do while in Kyoto. Thanks for the help!! Fantastic video. Keep doing what you’re doing! I look forward to future travel videos!

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Again, so glad you liked it. You’re so very welcome. The food spots are great. I love them all. The Yakisoba at Gion Tanto (there can be a line) and Ebisu-gyoza Nakajima (the black rice 🤤 haha) are probably my two must hits. But I really love them all haha. You can’t go wrong. There are about 15 great places that didn’t make the vid just for time. Gion Sushi Matsumoto is very special, but spendy. My local friend recommended sushitetsu (and it was really excellent for the price). In general, Kyoto isn’t as much of a sushi town as Tokyo. If you’re going to Tokyo as well and want to really splurge on a Michelin star sushi meal while in Japan, I’d do it there. Some life-changing restaurants there. But the food in Kyoto is wonderful. DEFINITELY hit Tonkatsu Daiki in Osaka if you go there. Truly amazing (get there when they open) Also, in Tokyo…down a lane in Omoide Yokocho (“piss alley”) in Shinjuku, is one of my favorite spots. Hot soba noodles with tempura. Wander around and you’ll find it. Like 5 seats at a counter. Cheap. Delicious. And all of piss alley has incredible yakitori. Now I’m hungry 😂 Enjoy!!!

@AlmostLovers2002 4 күн бұрын

⁠@@MattsTravelTipsI’m going to update you when I get back on which restaurant was my favorite! Though it seems like it’s going to be very hard to pick a favorite!!! SO excited. Thanks Matt!

@Honeycomblife 5 күн бұрын

Is Honolulu the only place u can go without renting a car i dont like responsibility of rentals

@MattsTravelTips 5 күн бұрын

Honestly, even in Honolulu, unless you stay entirely in the Waikiki area or at a resort like Turtle Bay (which I do love), renting a car is the best way to really explore the island(s). Uber is quite expensive, and while there is public transportation (buses), it takes longer and doesn’t offer as much flexibility. But it’s not impossible. On Kauai’s North Shore, for example, Hanalei Colony Resort had a shuttle service that made it easy to get around the North Shore spots, so that’s an option in some places. But seeing the whole island would be trickier. I’m sure there are group tours that organize trips to different parts of the island, I’ve just never really visited Kauai in that way (or Oahu…where I spent my childhood summers…so we just always had a car) Another idea might be Lanai, which is less crowded but has shuttle services around key spots. It’s beautiful. Just be aware, it’s quite a bit more expensive than the other Hawaiian islands due to limited luxury resorts. Also the Kāʻanapali area on Maui wouldn’t really require a car. But you’d have a harder time seeing some of Maui’s gems (like the road to Hana or Iao Valley, etc). Ultimately, to fully experience the islands (Oahu or Kauai), having a car really does make things easier. But it’s not impossible. Hope this helps and isn’t more confusing or discouraging! All the best :) - M

@Honeycomblife 4 күн бұрын

@@MattsTravelTipsThank you much new subscriber here

@MattsTravelTips 4 күн бұрын

Of course! Any other questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. Thanks for the sub!

@JenP-e2m 5 күн бұрын

Thank you for the tips. I’ll be there mid of March 👏🏼

@MattsTravelTips 5 күн бұрын

Of course!! Hope you have the most amazing trip! All the best:) - M

@JenP-e2m 5 күн бұрын

Awesome video 👏🏼 made me smile🤭

@MattsTravelTips 5 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! Appreciate it 😊 All the best:) - M

@Lehrab 5 күн бұрын

Always the best from matt 😊

@MattsTravelTips 5 күн бұрын

Thank you!! And thanks for the continued support! All the best:) - M

@cliffordsweet1197 5 күн бұрын

An outstanding video introduction to one of my favorite cities in the world. I have shared it with family and friends.

@MattsTravelTips 5 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! So glad you liked it!! And I agree…it’s an incredible city. All the best:) - M

@wanderingwithjenny671 6 күн бұрын

Ok I have never seen your videos before, but I'm dying of laughter over here. The blockbuster had me rolling. You got yourself another follower💙

@MattsTravelTips 6 күн бұрын

Hahaha thanks so much!! I try and make them as entertaining as possible. Glad you dug it! Thanks for the sub. All the best:) - M

@wanderingwithjenny671 6 күн бұрын

@MattsTravelTips When I get back from Japan, I'm going to give you a shout-out in my video. People need to follow you. Thanks again for the great tips. Oh, I'm still wiping the laughter tears from my cheeks. 🤣🤣💙

@MattsTravelTips 6 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!! I really appreciate that! So nice of you. And so glad you found it so entertaining hahaha. Have the best time in Japan!!! It’s magic.

@akiminato8445 6 күн бұрын

Hello Matt! What a beautiful video. I was in Kyoto Oct 2024 and heading back Apr 2025. I can't get enough! Your video was very helpful. I'll be doing some of the activities you suggested and also the eateries! Thanks again! 😊

@MattsTravelTips 6 күн бұрын

Thank you for the kind words about the video!! So glad you liked it! Hope it’s helpful. You’re like me…I keep returning and returning haha. Enjoy the food 😋 Have a wonderful trip! All the best :) - M

@jamberry1369 7 күн бұрын

Amazing video. Brought back a lot of memories. Btw... have you ever had an apple banana? They can't export them bc of fruit flies, so you can only have them on the island. But it's one of the best tasting bananas I've ever eaten. Again, I'm glad you're back, traveling, and making videos.

@MattsTravelTips 6 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words. Means a lot. And no!! I’ve never even heard of an apple banana until just now, and I spent every summer of my childhood in Hawaii!! How did I miss that (*starts looking up flights to Kauai immediately*)?? I gotta go back hahaha. Thanks for the tip! All the best:) And thanks again for the continued support. - M

@jamberry1369 7 күн бұрын

Dude! You're back! Thank you, and I've been planning on going back to Japan this year. Hope more travel and videos are in your future. Take care

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

Yes!! Glad to be back! Came back over the summer with a Kauai video if you haven’t seen it and now this one. Hope you make it back to Japan! It’s the best right? And yes! More travels and videos are planned. Thanks for the continued support. All the best:) - M

@jamberry1369 7 күн бұрын

@MattsTravelTips right on! I'm so looking forward to heading back to Japan. I spent 17 days in Tokyo, so it'll be nice to see more of the country. I'll check out the Kauai video. I used to live on the north shore... total beach bum life for a few months like 12 years ago. Take care

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

Awesome!! North Shore is my favorite:)

@kyotopmac 7 күн бұрын

Nice cinematography, and I agree that Kyoto is a destination to be experienced. However, Kyoto has terrible public transport. The buses are overcrowded, and the train doesn't take you to any famous sites. FOOD FOR THOUGHT- When I was in a restaurant, a Japanese man overheard me telling the chef that his miso soup was "Nippon Ichi" -the best in Japan. "He asked me how I knew this. I said that I had been all over Japan, and this was my favourite. Then he said, "Call it YOUR FAVOURITE miso soup in Japan." Good point, I thought to myself, and from that day onward, I rarely use the term best when describing my opinion of something. *Kinkakuji? I don't understand this recommendation; it was rebuilt in the 1950s, but If you must go, you should tie it into your trip to Ryoanji-zen Rock Garden and Arashiyama. Really? The Kimono Forest? It is a cheesy 30-second visit to somebody's lawn display. It is very disappointing but suitable for a pic on social media... *Please explain how far it is from place to place. Kyoto is a very spread-out city, so the distance to the destination would help. *If you go early to visit everything, what do you do during peak afternoon times? *Please don't call it Ponto-cho "alley." It is a geisha district. *Gion Tanto is a decent restaurant, but be prepared to wait in line with only other foreign visitors. *Decent Raman picks. Well done. However, the Kyoto station building has an excellent selection of ramen shops. *Yakiniku Hiro is a chain, but you are guaranteed a high-quality meal. * Kyoto is not a sushi city because it is far from the sea, and Sushi Tetsu is one of the most helpful "Tripadvisors." *Chau Chau gyoza is another "tourist favourite." You will have no problem finding it because there is usually a rowdy bunch of tourists* queuing. *Roan Kikunoi is a ver good restaurant with 2 Michelin stars but is far overshadowed by the main redoubt Kikunoi Honten which has 3 Michelin stars and is rated as one of the best restaurants in the world. *Camelia Is an excellent choice. They offer a very authentic and fun experience. *Philosophers' path is on the way to Ginkakuji, "The Silver Pavilion." It would have been nice to mention that. The day trips are a good idea, but only if you have more than a few days in Kyoto. The problem with these videos is that the presenter is too busy trying to find "little gems" but usually ends up relying on the most well-known spots due to lack of time, funds or laziness. Overall, it's a nice video, but Tip #13 is his best tip. Get lost; do nothing, stroll along and even picnic on the riverbanks, but experience Kyoto. And if you want to meet locals, stay away from Social media-recommended "hidden gems."

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

Wow! You’re clearly very familiar with Kyoto and its many sides! I appreciate the detailed feedback. This video was filmed over 16 days (in addition to a month of prep and a month of editing) and reflects my favorite places and experiences after many visits over the years. There was definitely no laziness involved in creating it haha! I think Kyoto has so many layers that everyone’s take will naturally be different, but I’m very glad Tip #13 resonated with you-sometimes getting lost really is the absolute best way to enjoy it. Thanks again for watching! All the best:) - M

@kyotopmac 7 күн бұрын

Hello Matt, I was not trying to demean you or call you lazy. I know how much work goes into shooting and editing videos. I was generalizing my experiences working with mass media as a fixer, and from watching many "the best...", "Must see, "and "Must do" videos, I have wasted my time watching. I have lived in Kyoto for 31 years and have seen the city change drastically, some for the best but a lot for the worse. It first began with the "Yokoso Japan" campaign, which showed the world that it was a safe and not-so-expensive travel destination. The next was the coming of Social media, which stifled the sense of adventure, and people became solely dependent on algorithms on big platforms where anyone could air their grievances about businesses and services. (deserved or not). It also created a lot of "experts," albeit self-proclaimed "well, well-travelled" millennials, now Gen Z-ers. This is why I can be pretty critical of videos. Mainly when they deal with the multi-layered onion like in Japan and especially Kyoto. Who knows, we may bump into each other the next time you are here. There is a good chance if you are wandering around the geisha districts.

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

I’d love to bump into anyone who know the city as well as you do!! Jealous of how much time you’ve lived there! My father used to live there, but that was back in the 60s haha. So a lot has changed since then, certainly. Thanks for the thoughtful comments:) Cheers!

@LlamaSama9 7 күн бұрын

I’m in the midst of planning my first trip to Japan. I never ever comment on videos but this particular one has brought me much joy and excitement and even a bit of tears in mapping my travel. Amazing writing and narration and excellent cinematography. You have a new follower.

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

This comment made my day! Thank you so much for the truly kind words. So glad the video resonated with you! I’m excited for your trip to Japan! It’s an incredible country (my favorite). Thanks for reaching out. All the best :) - M

@HaveCameraNowWhat 7 күн бұрын

OMG! Sorry the shot of you at Gion Tanto is focused on people in the background! Argh! But aside from that cameraman blunder, great video and great tips!

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

Haha my mom was actually helping out behind the camera for that shot, so I think she did a great job all things considered 😊 Appreciate you watching and very glad you enjoyed the video! All the best:) - M

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

I just now realized your joke hahaha I didn’t realize who had sent this message! 😂🤦 How are you doing? So great meeting you out there! And your shot was perfect :) You nailed it. No notes! Hope all is well. Thanks again for watching!! Hopefully we’ll bump into each other somewhere else in the world.

@katekatims7189 7 күн бұрын

I agree with Matt, you did a great job! For a minute I thought it was one of my shots. You never know what can happen when you hand a 76 year old mom a gimble 😂😂

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

@katekatims7189 😂

@HaveCameraNowWhat 7 күн бұрын

@ Hahah! I've been super looking forward to seeing your video since we bumped into each other in Kyoto. Meeting you both was definitely one of the highlights of my own trip 😊 I hope the rest of your trip around Japan went well! By the way, I sent you an email the next day after we met. Did you get it?

@chelseawade4105 8 күн бұрын

Awesome video for Kyoto! Very helpful!

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Thank you! So glad you liked it! All the best :) - M

@kdkwakira 8 күн бұрын

「kzbin.info1nrCHqHTuks」 A foreigner, probably a Westerner, is doing something like this when he comes to Japan! The worst! Go home! ! !

@Zina-w3j 8 күн бұрын

WOW!!! Amazing video Matt! I just came across your channel today and this is by far the best video I've seen on Kyoto. I appreciate your hard work, top tier quality and sense of humor! My daughter and I will be traveling to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto in October 2025 for the first time, and I can't wait to get there and eat. All the food in your video looked so delicious, my mouth was watering the whole time! Thank you for a beautiful video experience! I've just subscribed to your channel. Keep up the good work, your talent is truly amazing!!!

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

I can’t begin to tell you how nice it is to get this comment. Thank you so much for the kind words about the video. They take a lot of effort to make, so it’s so wonderful to hear they’re appreciated. As for your trip…have the BEST time!! Japan is amazing! My favorite country. And yes…eat ALL the things haha. Enjoy! All the best:) - M

@BladeRunner1612 8 күн бұрын

Fantastic video, my first time watching your videos and I will be watching a lot more now. I had planned to visit Kyoto in July and after seeing your video I plan to spend two days in the area! I also got your blockbuster reference and am currently waiting for my colonoscopy lol. You have a true gift , your delivery of humor and being able to educate and keep my attention is a gift. I don’t know if your an actor but I could very much picture you having your own sitcom! I look forward to your watching the rest of your videos! Thank you for the all the great tips!

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Wow!! This is the best comment ever! Thank you so much for the incredibly kind words…it really means a lot. So glad you liked the video!! And yes haha. I have my colonoscopy scheduled too 😂 Have the absolute best trip to Japan! It’s a magical country. Thanks again for the amazing comment. Totally made my day. All the best:) - M

@thestrenghtedge 8 күн бұрын

Great video! I really enjoyed the humor and the little details shared. We're planning our first family trip to Japan, and the quality of the information and the footage is top-notch. You’ve managed to make everything so engaging and captivating. Well done, it's rare that I stay so focused on a video! much respect my dude

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for the incredibly kind words!! Means a lot. Hope you and the fam have an epic trip to Japan!! It’s truly an amazing country! Hope the video helps. Thanks again for the words of encouragement! All the best:) - M

@HeleneChan-i1i 8 күн бұрын

Thank you, it’s a wonderful Video.

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching:) All the best! - M

@jetw9522 8 күн бұрын

🤗 Hey Matt! It’s so great to see you again! I came across one of your videos about 6 years ago while I was planning a trip to Oahu, and it was incredibly helpful. I’ve always wanted to thank you for it, and I’m so glad the algorithm brought you back to me! I absolutely love all your videos, and I truly appreciate the hard work and dedication you put into creating such high-quality content. All the Best!❤😊

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the wonderful comment! So glad the Oahu video was helpful. And yes, these videos are definitely a labor of love, but comments like this keep me going :) Thank you for the kind words 😊 Very happy the algorithm brought me back to you as well! Thanks for the continued support. All the best :) - M

@restfulsilence 8 күн бұрын

300 a night? Are you nuts? Not everyone is rich. 🙄 This is no legit advice in my opinion. There are great hotels for far less.

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

That hotel’s rates fluctuate depending on the season. I was just trying to give an honest ball-park figure for what I spent. But using sites like Expedia or Booking.com, yes, I’m sure there are other options for cheaper:) All the best:) - M

@restfulsilence 8 күн бұрын

@ that is something people with money don’t understand. You give the impression that this is normal. And people with less money think they can’t afford Japan. 🤷‍♂️ all the best for you as well.

@MattsTravelTips 7 күн бұрын

I do appreciate the comment:)

@sonnysantino7849 8 күн бұрын

FANTASTIC Video!!Truly amazing 🙏🙏👏👏

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! Really appreciate it. All the best:) - M

@cortezcabret9408 9 күн бұрын

Amazing video, thanks!

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

So glad you liked it! All the best :) - M

@mstraitefamily 9 күн бұрын

Your vids are very well made, I don't know how you don't have more attention! Keep up the good work.

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Thank you!! Working on it haha. Appreciate the view and the kind words! All the best :) - M

@f3rM3n 9 күн бұрын

I’ve seen tons of videos for the last 5 months prior to my trip to Japan this year, and this video is the best one by far. Thanks for putting all these information and beautiful takes for all of us. ❤

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Wow thanks so much for the incredible compliment! So glad you liked the video!! Hope you have the absolute best trip!! All the best :) - M

@mattsmith3135 9 күн бұрын

Nice video, with a lot of great suggestions. Thank you for your time and effort in making this. The reality of Kyoto with its overtourism and mayhem is a bit of a departure from the tranquil, dreamy slow-mo images shown here though ha ha! 🤣 Although as you mentioned, if get up early enough (or stay up late enough), you can miss some of the crowds.

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Haha yes…early in the key to seeing a pristine Kyoto. Glad you liked the video!! All the best:) - M

@nikosnikolaides3309 9 күн бұрын

Matt what a wonderful account of what Kyoto is - really moved me to the point I cannot wait to go back for longer ! Well done Thank you !

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate the kind words! Means a lot. I hope you make it back soon!! All the best:) - M

@dromero234 9 күн бұрын

This is by far the best video that I have watched for #KYOTO. I'm traveling there in March 2025 and this has helped me more than any other travel video.

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Wow!! Thank you so much! Such kind words. Means a lot. I really hope it’s helpful! Have the most amazing trip!! It’s an incredible place. All the best:) - M

@mitchellesouthern5171 9 күн бұрын

Heading there in May with my sister! Couldn't be more excited! Thank you for the amazing content!

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

So excited for you!! It’s an incredible place! All of Japan is amazing. My favorite country. So glad you liked the video!! Hope it’s helpful! All the best :) - M

@johnco781 8 күн бұрын

I am heading to Japan in April with my family and friends. Hoping to catch the Cherry Blossom. Planning to hit Toyko, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, and Miyajima in 16 days. Hopefully, it is enough time to experience these cities.

@MattsTravelTips 8 күн бұрын

Yes!! A perfect amount of time! All amazing places!! I would personally allot more time for Tokyo and Kyoto. Osaka is great too, I usually do it in day trips from Kyoto, but it’s worth spending more time there to see everything it has to offer. Nara is an easy day trip. And Hiroshima/Miyajima can be done in one day, but it’s a long day haha. So one night there might be less hectic. 16 days will give you plenty of time to get a flavor of each place. Hope you have absolute the best trip!! All the best :) - M

@johnco781 8 күн бұрын

@ what do you think a good amount of days for Tokyo and Kyoto? This is our first time to Japan.

@seemon9938 9 күн бұрын

Japan-Matt is back! It was about time! ☺️👍🏻

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! Glad to be back! Especially in Japan😊 All the best :) - M

@daisythompson2188 9 күн бұрын

I’m so glad you’re back! Your travel tips are always spot on. Your posts are funny and full of great tips! I hope you keep posting videos of many more great cities.

@daisythompson2188 9 күн бұрын

I’m so glad you’re back! Your travel tips are always spot on. Your posts are funny and full of great tips! I hope you keep posting videos of many more great cities.

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and words of encouragement!! Comments like yours keep me going!! All the best:) - M

@Wreckitraaalph 9 күн бұрын

Ahh this video was so good and so well made! You literally just described my upcoming trip to Japan next month!

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

I’m so happy to hear that!!! Hope it’s helpful! It’s such a magical place! And thank you for the kind words about the video. Really appreciate it. Have an amazing trip! All the best:) - M

@mertonricker9756 9 күн бұрын

Hi Matt! You hit every great spot in Kyoto and also briefly, Kansai. I lived for over ten years in Kyoto, just below Kiyomizo Temple right on the Kamo River. That was quite a few years ago now, so I just wish I could revisit and do some of your recommendations for the delicious food! I'm curious about how long you visited and researched for this quality video. Just wonderful! Thanks so much!

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Hey thanks so much for the great, thoughtful comment! I’m so jealous you lived there!! As for how long it took me to make this…this was my 9th visit to Japan, so I’ve gotten to know Kyoto quite well over the years…but filming these is different that just visiting haha. It involved about a month of prep (planning what I wanted to feature, writing my script…which always shifts a bit after I get there and discover new fun things to feature), and the actual filming took 2 weeks. But filming puts me on a different timetable. For example, I would dedicate hours to filming a temple or shrine that most people would visit in 30 minutes, just to make sure I got the right shots. So…it was a labor of love haha. I’m also a one-man-band out there (though this time, my wonderful mother joined me and learned how to use a gimbal to get many of the shots you see of me walking. So that certainly helped haha. Eventually, if I had a crew with me, I could film them quicker. Hope that wasn’t too long winded an answer! Thanks for reaching out!! All the best:) - M

@decress 9 күн бұрын

Matt, you make the best travel videos on KZbin.

@MattsTravelTips 9 күн бұрын

Wow! What a compliment! Thank you! All the best :) - M

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