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@ericeisenberg2496 27 күн бұрын
Stoked to visit at the end of the month, super grateful for the tips!
@MMTravelJournal 25 күн бұрын
@ericeisenberg2496 End of this month? I bet you’re amped! I can’t wait to see your pictures - your camera skills are incredible!
@borg386 Ай бұрын
Good video thanks! Question to anyone. How much is basic taxi service in the Tokyo area? As in ,how much to start,and then how per mile thereafter? Thanks for any answers,and love from Florida USA ❤❤
@MMTravelJournal 29 күн бұрын
I definitely don’t know.
@HeyBob2006 Ай бұрын
Just got back from Japan and we used the digital Suica and Pasmo apps (set up before we left home) and they worked great! Got a Ninji wifi hotspot and a battery pack just in case - never ran out of power. Easy to keep adding money as needed. Got down to 0 Yen planning the last train to the airport. Great video for first timers!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
Fantastic! It sounds like you found a solution that works well for you guys. I'm sure your trip was amazing - welcome home!
@jamiewojciechowski205 11 күн бұрын
Hello, which country were you traveling from before entering Japan? Thanks for posting.
@HeyBob2006 11 күн бұрын
@@jamiewojciechowski205 Canada
@chunlanjauw8427 Ай бұрын
Thank you for the information. I will travel to Japan next year for the first time. I arrive at Haneda airport at 5 am and want to go straight to Kyoto. What time do you recommend I reserve for Shinkansen to Kyoto because I bring oversized luggage? Thank you
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
I am not able to answer part of your question because I have no experience with oversized luggage. It's been nearly 10 years since I've travelled with more than a carry-on. I simply do not know if the Shinkansen requires something additional for accommodating oversized luggage. Regarding the time for the Shinkansen, I have a few thoughts. If it were me, I would NOT buy the Shinkansen tickets in advance unless you can get a refundable ticket. The reason is, many things can happen from now until your ride on the Shinkansen. There's always a possibility of your flight being cancelled, and a bigger possibility of your flight being delayed. Plus, there could be variability in processing times in customs and immigration. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
@mmcc1936 Ай бұрын
Yeah, least walking!!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
🤣
@bettyhughes6258 Ай бұрын
This was a great video with so many details. The google map list is our favorite. We’ve been to Japan once and going again so this helps. Going through watching your other videos.
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@bettyhughes6258 This makes me so happy - thanks!
@EveDeinlein Ай бұрын
This was a VERY useful post. I've been researching this topic for 4 years & this is the clearist explanation I've found. Thanks so much. One question: when discussing the Boarding Position for Fastest Transfer - the 1st example at 30:19 you indicate that it's the 6th car (not highlighted). But the 2nd example at 31:26 you say it's the 1st car which IS highlighted in blue. Which is correct? The highlighted in color or the small white one? Please clarify.
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@evedeinlein Oh crap. I watched this video multiple times looking for mistakes before uploading 🙄. Sometimes I glaze over after staring at the screen for hours. It’s definitely the cars highlighted in blue. Thanks for notifying me of the mistake. I don’t think I’m going to delete the whole video for that, but will definitely post a correction in the comments. Also, it makes me happy you found some useful info in this video. Thank you for your kind words. -Matt
@EveDeinlein Ай бұрын
@@MMTravelJournal Thanks for the quick response. So in the 1st example, the 5 cars in blue are good, just not the 6th car. Got it.
@walkwithme9109 Ай бұрын
Very informative and detailed. Thank you so much! Going to Japan in a week
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@walkwithme9109 Fantastic, I’m glad you liked it. Enjoy your trip!
@PhilipHGaskin Ай бұрын
Exceptional video. Thank you so much for your time, detail, and care. I just returned from Tokyo and used most of the Google Maps features you presented. I agree, once out of the train station start a new search via walking. I wish I had the IC card education before I went. But now I’m all set for my return trip end of next month! Thanks again!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@PhilipHGaskin Going back next month - nice! I'm glad you got some good info out of this video.
@akiminato8445 Ай бұрын
Hi! This was a great video! Thanks! I have a question though, is the ICOCA card accepted in Tokyo?
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@akiminato8445 Yes! Your ICOCA card will work almost everywhere in Japan except for the most rural areas. And yes it will certainly work in Tokyo. The only concern is you cannot refund the deposit and the balance of your ICOCA card in Tokyo.
@akiminato8445 Ай бұрын
@@MMTravelJournal Ok Got it. THANKS!!!
@maheenm Ай бұрын
Great post, thank you! I have been to Japan 4 times and found parts of this really useful and learnt a few things. Yes, never get on the ladies only carriages, I did that once also. Keep posting!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@maheenm Thank you so much! I'm super stoked you've been to Japan four times and still found some good stuff in this video.
@vconi Ай бұрын
Super informative Video Buddy .. Thanks for all the tips and the work you have put in.. This will come very handy for my upcoming trip
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@vconi Thanks! I'm glad you found value in the video. I should have the cheat sheet posted in a few days. Have a great trip!
@J2-Production Ай бұрын
I'm visiting Japan right now for the first time. I stayed in Roppongi, Tokyo, for a few days, then Kyoto for a couple more. I'm currently in Osaka, and I'll spend a few more days in Shinjuku, Tokyo, before returning home to the States. I've been mainly using Google Maps to get around, and I have pocket Wi-Fi since free Wi-Fi isn't as dependable, but I've still gotten lost a few times. I only had an issue in Osaka after I arrived from riding the Shinkansen (bullet train). After I transferred to a public train the station attendant had to let me through cuz the Shinkansen QR code didn't work.
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@J2-Production Not bad. Once I had to come back out of a subway gate that I accidentally entered and it wouldn't let me. I had to talk with somebody using an adjustment machine next to the gate. That was a little stressful because I couldn't understand the guy talking to me through the machine.
@cestislife1 Ай бұрын
Newer iPhones generally are able to still use the IC Card function even if the battery is flat with its power reserve, if it's registered as an Express Card.
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@cestislife1 Wow that's pretty cool! Thanks for sharing.
@NotesWithNate Ай бұрын
Video dropped right before leaving next month. This was amazing!!! The volume of the music was just a tad bit loud, but unbelievable content brother!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@NotesWithNate Thanks Nate! I appreciate your feedback on the audio too - I’ll dial it back on the next one. Enjoy your trip - I wish I was going next month.
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@NotesWithNate Hello again Nate. I'm working on another video and I want to get the sound dialed in the best I can. Could you tell me which device you watched this video on? Computer, TV, etc.
@H.pylori Ай бұрын
First time seeing one of your videos. Planning to be in Japan in December. This video is amazingly helpful especiall the IC card confusion and how to navigate the train system using google maps. That classic train route map looks like a bowl of noodles, all intricately intertwined, and so confusing. Thanks to you I will try to take the train on my own. Thank you so much and thumbs up!
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
@H.pylori This makes me so happy! Uber doesn’t work the same in Japan, and those white glove taxis are very expensive. I promise you will feel confident in your travel skills after taking the train. You won’t want to use anything else. I’m glad you found this video helpful. - Matt
@NextLevelHustlers Ай бұрын
Such a great video! Wishing you all the best with your channel. Good luck and dropped a like 🚀
@MMTravelJournal Ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@chinesekangaroo 2 ай бұрын
Me and my wife went to Koya during our trip last year, we took the opportunity to make a prayer at the shrine there, my aunt has cancer so we wished for her to get a healthy. 2 months ago we got news that her cancer treatment has been successful, we still can't believe it because at the time things didn't look good for her. Next year we will be going back to Koya and we plan to take my aunt with us.
@MMTravelJournal 2 ай бұрын
@chinesekangaroo This is such a remarkable and beautiful story! Thank you for sharing. Mount Koya is such a special place. I’m happy your Aunt is doing well, and it’s miraculous she is going to experience these sacred grounds.
@seabirdg 2 ай бұрын
Beautifully and professionally done … appreciate your sharing ❤ what month were u guys there ? April or March ?
@MMTravelJournal 2 ай бұрын
Thank you, that’s so kind of you to say. This video includes footage from October and April.
@justinbiegler8882 2 ай бұрын
These videos are fantastic, and I've been taking notes for our trip in October! The photography is fantastic, and I love the color palette as well. What are you shooting with?
@MMTravelJournal 2 ай бұрын
@justinbiegler8882 Thanks Justin - I love your commentary. October is a fantastic time of year to visit. I shot 98% of the Japan stuff with the Canon R6 using the 24-70 f2.8L lens.
@oliviawells563 2 ай бұрын
I am in osaka in a week, this looks beautiful. Defintely going to visit.
@MMTravelJournal 2 ай бұрын
@oliviawells563 Hi Olivia, I have no doubt you’ll love it. Enjoy your trip!
@RaviPatel85 2 ай бұрын
Great vid, some incredible shots. What was the camera situation? I’m taking 5 cameras with me next month 😂
@MMTravelJournal 2 ай бұрын
@ravipatel85 Thanks! 5 cameras - daaang! I took the Canon R6 with two lenses. The 24 to 70 f2.8L and the 16mm prime. I never used the prime. I also brought the DJI air2s because we also went to rural areas, but never used it.
@Виктор-я4ф9о 3 ай бұрын
They rallied to the cause.,victor
@troyk3120 3 ай бұрын
Awesome recommendations, also sick photos! instant subscribe!
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Thanks man!
@theotherdj1 3 ай бұрын
What a beautiful video. I cannot wait to visit Koyasan
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
@theotherdj1 Thank you for your kind words. I think you will really enjoy Koyasan. It definitely is one of my favorite places.
@xfuttex 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great tips - very helpful. And the pictures you took are out of this world - just WOW! 🤩
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
@xfuttex Thanks! I’m stoked you liked the video and found it helpful. I don’t consider myself a good photographer, so your comment has me feeling great😊
@mehungrymedia 3 ай бұрын
Great video very informative and well put together!!! Thanks for sharing!!
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@ninil.1067 3 ай бұрын
Fantastic video!
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@rgvgamma9986 3 ай бұрын
Shinjuku is a city never sleeps 😪
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
So True!
@marian7162 3 ай бұрын
I like it! Best regards from Germany.
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
@marian7162 Danke schön! Guten Tag from the other side of the screen!
@dbproductreviews6319 3 ай бұрын
Greetings! Happy to support a growing channel like myself. Just subbed and keep up the great travel content. Even though I’m not a DBacks fan I still like the hat!
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Thanks! You comment made me smile 🙂
@dbproductreviews6319 3 ай бұрын
@@MMTravelJournal I’m all about spreading kindness where I can! Everyone needs a little positivity here and there :)
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
@@dbproductreviews6319 Love it, your are almost there!
@marcel_vG 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for all info and tips, beautiful video! Will arrive next Thursday in Tokyo and definitely visit some of your recommendations
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
I’m glad you liked the video and got some good info out of it. I wish I was going on Thursday!
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
@marcel_vg I’m sure you’re having an epic experience in Tokyo right now. I just wanted to give you a shout out and a link to my google maps Tokyo list. Enjoy! Tokyo Video · Matt maps.app.goo.gl/HZcwtoZ24hiDbzzAA?g_st=i
@kevnosity 3 ай бұрын
Great video!!!! Tysm
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Thanks!!!!! I’m stoked you liked it.
@app321 4 ай бұрын
Getting excited about my upcoming trip in August 2024.
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
I bet, you gotta share your experience when you get back.
@kevnosity 3 ай бұрын
I’ll be there too! August 1st-8th! Super excited .
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
Oh yeah! When you get back, you gotta let everybody know what your favorite spots were.
@joeljenkins9424 3 ай бұрын
Me too! 4th time to Japan, arriving Aug 30.
@MMTravelJournal 3 ай бұрын
4th time - awesome!
@app321 4 ай бұрын
Niiiiiiiiiiiiice, love your vids. I think I'm your first fan. 😀
@app321 4 ай бұрын
Like the new name... Good idea to add your specific brand (M&M) to the name now.
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
I think you’re our first fan too! Thanks Man! I’m stoked you like the latest vid.
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
You’re totally right about the new name, that was Michelle’s idea.
@leo.midnight 4 ай бұрын
Best video about Koyasan on yt
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@TwoTicketsToAdventure 4 ай бұрын
Hi there! 39 and 42 year olds here! Last year my husband and I had gone to Japan for two weeks and one of our first stops after Fukuoka was a super remote and non touristy place called Amagase Onsen. Since I have tattoos, it was semi hard finding spots to get the onsen experience. We were already going to Kinosaki Onsen later that week but feeling tired we wanted to stop at Amagase before heading to Hita Japan to try out our very first onsen. But these were really public! Like on the side of the river that locals use that were also coed and didn't discriminate against tattoos. So when we got there we saw that one of the 7 along the banks was empty. Not for long though! As we made our way down to it, two little old local men also had the same idea and there we were, all 4 of us, in our birthday suits and while I was a little nervous, it all melted away as soon as we made small broken conversations with them. What an experience! We're heading to Hakone in Feb 2025 and really excited for it. I grew up watching anime and that's where Evangelion was also based off of in the series. Awesome video!
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
That sounds like such a cool experience! I watched your Kinosaki video - it was fantastic. Did you make a video on the Amagase Onsen. Reading your description painted a picture in my mind, so I'm just curios of what it looked like. Cheers!
@TwoTicketsToAdventure 4 ай бұрын
@@MMTravelJournal aww thanks for watching our Kinosaki video. That place is really awesome and want to head back there. And yes our Amagase Onsen should be on the list too. It's titled under "Amagase Onsen." To respect the locals we didn't video that experience but the little town is so beautiful. Super easy to get to from Fukuoka. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3q0nHucr92Jr8ksi=r_MDBK46DTmNTbdm
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
I don’t know how I missed that. Just watched - I love it. What really appeals to me is it’s not crawling with tourists. I marked it on my google maps. So if I find myself in Fukuoka in the future, I might check it out.
@TwoTicketsToAdventure 4 ай бұрын
@@MMTravelJournal So it def gets packed during their summer festivals. It looks so pretty too. They have lanterns hanging all over the river area. We would love to go back there and really enjoy it. They have a few ryokan and hotels there too. Not this trip in Feb but the next time we go, we're heading to the Kyushu area to enjoy more of the countryside again.
@SarahSanTravels 4 ай бұрын
thank you for sharing your visit in Kyoto! beautiful place!
@MMTravelJournal 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@mattpreston8838 5 ай бұрын
Hahaha, loved the opening line. And the lady laughing and probably thinking "You F're why you put me and not tell me we're still recording.
@MMTravelJournal 5 ай бұрын
It made me laugh, I had to include it - lol!
@mimosa9638 5 ай бұрын
Your cinematography is awesome 🌷👍🌷 I can feel the calmness in your mind and the joy in your heart. It’s such a delight to follow your steps in Koyasan. Thank you so much 🙏
@MMTravelJournal 5 ай бұрын
That’s so kind of you to say - thank you!
@janebrown8808 5 ай бұрын
Were these all walkable in one day?
@MMTravelJournal 5 ай бұрын
Yes, except the Fushimi Inari Taisha, you need to take the subway to that. Theoretically you could do them all in one day, but I think that would be a terrible experience.
@nor-in5kj 5 ай бұрын
Can I only select highlight spots to visit since I only have 1-day trip? Could you please suggest 4-5 spots on Mt. Koya? Thank you.
@MMTravelJournal 5 ай бұрын
I would definitely visit Okunoin and the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi at the end of the walking path at Okunoin. Next, the Danjo Garan Temple complex. After that, the Daimon gate. That is the top three that can be done in a day. You can grab a tourist map when you get to Mt. Koya with ideas on how to spend the rest of the day.
@evapaparisteidou9040 7 ай бұрын
Excellent video!!! Thank you!!!❤
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
@janebrown8808 7 ай бұрын
You can tell you are a photographer cause you focused on simple but amazing structures and wilderness
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Jane!
@janebrown8808 7 ай бұрын
How did you buy all the tickets at once? It seems like a lot of trains and buses and worrying about getting lost
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
It turned out pretty easy. We bought round trip tickets for everything at the ticket counter in the Namba station in Osaka. We just pointed on our phone where we wanted to go, and they took care of the rest. They gave use a couple of envelopes with the tickets. From the Namba station, you take the Nan Kai train to gokurakabashi station, there’s no other options but the cable car you’re supposed to get on. The bus waits for everybody at the top. It’s a very short bus ride to the different spots in Koyasan, and the buses run frequently. You can hop on and off all you want. It’s much easier than it sounds.
@gone1848 7 ай бұрын
Some tourist just really suck unfortunately, on that note I'll be traveling to Japan this April beautiful video bro!😊
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
Thanks! In my opinion, April is the best time of year in Japan. Enjoy your trip!
@hanabishiwithwings 7 ай бұрын
Great video! 🥹 i will be traveling to Osaka-Kyoto this Oct, will add this on my itinerary.
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
Thanks! Hope you enjoy it!
@app321 7 ай бұрын
I really love your videos broooooooo! They stand out from all the others IMO. And love the super pro camera work, great editing, great VO. Keep 'em comin'!
@MMTravelJournal 7 ай бұрын
Wow! I’ve been doubting my style of content. I’ve wondered if it’s not palatable for most people. Your comment is encouraging and makes me feel good! I’m stoked you like it, and thanks for lifting me up.