24 Hours in SENDAI | 10 Things You Need To Do

[@AbroadinJapan]

If you can find a better way of describing Wagyu beef as "melt in your mouth" for the love of god help me out guys. P.S. The cost performance of that sushi was outstanding.

[@rstrdn]

There's nothing better than a cup of coffee and Chris rambling about Japan in the morning

[@JC_WT]

"Disintegrates in your facial orifice"

[@ljubisavukovic8153]

yoinks in your chewy-chew

[@tychokersten1433]

Abroad in Japan it desolves in your food hole

[@LuSiDx]

what happened to risottoro?

[@AbroadinJapan]

For those of you wondering when the cycle starts - it's next week! I've been so busy editing videos I've not got around to promoting it yet. But l promise to bombard you with things about it in the coming days, don't you worry.

[@recorderknight1559]

oh sad

[@LdeV26]

Relieved to hear that, I was checking KZbin every other hour, getting worried you cycled off a cliff on your first day.

[@rigsa]

Got a bike yet?

[@abcpea]

A proper bike?

[@stripeytapir]

We were thinking you had started already and had cycled into the typhoon! Glad that wasn’t the case!

[@XRarehunterX]

I like how Risottoro's shirt starts off light grey and it keeps getting darker and darker throughout the video eventually becoming a dark blue then a black shirt to match Chris's shirt

[@trivialslope]

Ah yes my favourite food Rissotoro

[@TH-th9ru]

@@trivialslope what?

[@OneSaltyBruh]

@@TH-th9ru what?

[@obviouslewiscarrollreferen7928]

@@TH-th9ru His name is Ryotaro, not risottoro. Risotto is a Italian rice dish.

[@pabz3389]

@@obviouslewiscarrollreferen7928 there’s an on going joke where Chris calls Ryotaro Risottoro!

[@Unimportant]

Your videos have good cost performance.

[@sub4rctic]

broundbreakingly umarvellous

[@goongon854]

gosh you said it. the production value is incredible

[@henrymellor9760]

i love ryotoro he’s the exact opposite of chris. he’s not sarcastic, he’s extroverted, and very expressive. (and funny)

[@tristanfeiken3695]

They are a great match when together

[@t111ran3]

Yeah, I agree. Can't wait for the new banger videos on Risottoro's kitchen channel without his unfunny friend.

[@niteshkatwal5428]

ryotaro is the reason i watch abroad in japan channel. sorry chris lol

[@shazzm9252]

And he is kinda cute.... ;)

[@BoogieSpiderman]

That's the British culture for ya

[@84khoward]

Ryotoro is actually Date Masamune. He's an immortal warlord who now spends his time hanging out with Chris and getting them access to places in Japan that they have no business having access to.

[@Spect8orSpecter]

Kevin Howard this is absolutely the truth and explains so much!

[@emmenator8025]

Anime plot

[@vincecatubuan7689]

Ken Watanabe is also actually Oda Nobunaga who isn't as ambitious anymore and has taken up acting

[@dannytran2134]

I guess he got his eye fixed?

[@fadhilnugraha195]

A retired Japanese warlord who got tired of war and decided to be a tour guide for a British missionary? That's gonna be a good anime

[@MaytaneVideos]

I rarely have a thought "I don't want this video to end", in the midst of watching it, but there you go.. The production is worthy of an official TV channel series man, well done!

[@CZsWorld]

This video just melts in my mouth. Maybe I should take my phone out of my mouth.

[@saiko_v]

Don't do it. It tastes better the longer it's in your mouth.

[@mattyamamoto5554]

Maybe you should just shut up.

[@trentforent3390]

@@mattyamamoto5554 Why are you so angry at a 3 year old comment?

[@Darkness0906]

@@trentforent3390 true

[@SophieJackson1993]

@@trentforent3390 It’s usually a 12 year old.

[@Ryanin2D]

The only inaccurate thing about this was saying that Risottoro is not a celebrity.

[@sub4rctic]

He's kind of a big deal in Italy.

[@walkerck]

I would totally watch a show called "Ryotoro's Kitchen."

[@leftyfourguns]

Who doesn't love a good bowl of risotto?

[@madisoned]

how dare you! :D

[@gardner2687]

He needs a movie before he can become a celebrity

[@LemifromJapan]

I'm from Sendai. Thank you very much for contributing to promote Sendai to the world!! I really appreciate it!!! :)

[@alamsyahbatrabatliz9340]

Ochinchin

[@egypttheodore3229]

Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@egypttheodore3229]

@@alamsyahbatrabatliz9340 lol 😆

[@poligrant5152]

@@egypttheodore3229 Yeah i really vibe with the mix of culture and modernism, kyoto has similiar vibe

[@Superfluffyfish]

It liquidizes in your front nourishment input hole.

[@dvkevin]

I know you're a fish, but how many "nourishment input holes" do you think us humans have?

[@donovanledoux4515]

I love that Ryotoro always gets a reaction camera for his facial expressions while eating. Lol.

[@AbroadinJapan]

That’s the main reason we take him along ;)

[@nyxxpluto]

@@AbroadinJapan If some one were to move to Japan what are the updated requirements?

[@thomasbeirne8213]

@@nyxxpluto Be Japanese :0

[@SinfullyHera]

@@thomasbeirne8213 No

[@timp2304]

Here are 10 ten things you have to do in Sendai - which includes eating , a lot of eating - good cost performance

[@nickerus-ooo7874]

Dissolve on your tongue

[@purdiusprime9792]

Was just about to type that lol

[@OnyxBurst]

Liquifies while you chew

[@kazeiroP]

Disappear when inside

[@sub4rctic]

no chewing. no swallowing. all gone. like a magic.

[@KrahTV]

Sounds like Natsuki :D

[@dragonsgorawr302]

Ways to say melt in your mouth without saying melt in your mouth; - “It is just like butter” - “it’s like chewing through air” -“ it dissolves instantly” - “ one bite and it’s gone!” - “ it is so soft and delicate” - “ there is no chewing involved” Sincerely, a gigantic fan of wagyu ;)

[@HeliNoir]

Blaise Plant!!! Love Monkey Majik! How did I miss this?! So glad I’m doing another marathon of Chris’ videos.

[@joebroadbeef332]

I'm re watching all his stuff too.... This dude has come from far and puts so much effort and time into his Kreation

[@Alekzis47]

I want "Ryotaro's kitchen" to be a real channel

[@lNFINlTEx]

Almost like Jun's Kitchen - except he only make recipes with german sausages.

[@suzyd0ll]

x Alekzis x SAMEEEEE

[@jz4087]

I would definitely sub

[@ShiroKage009]

Sister channel to Jun's Kitchen?

[@sokrates297]

I'm already hyped!

[@MrEagleflying]

I wanted to take a moment to say "Thank you for your love of Japan and sharing it with those who will never get to visit." You have been a great source of entertainment and enjoyment.

[@daniel6009]

For anyone interested, Sendai Castle did indeed burn down but not due to lightning but in consequence of the Sendai Bombings (US air-raids on Sendai during WW2).

[@jenniferschmitzer3877]

I thought it was a meiji thing.

[@yingyingyo1207]

I heard of Monkey Majik because of Yuzuru Hanyu, the great figure skater who is a Sendai native. How amazing that one of the members of Monkey Majik is your friend.

[@stripeytapir]

Oh my goodness, we are on a vacation to Japan right now and we just left Sendai yesterday! Talk about crazy timing. We wondered what those green soybean logos were! We didn’t make it to Matsushima, but maybe we’ll head north again. Thank you as always for posting. We enjoyed our time in Sendai, and would never have thought to go there if not for you!

[@rsmith02]

Do not search on KZbin, look at credible sources. See safecast.org for non-government crowdsourced radiation readings. Sendai area is lower than most of the US, and way lower than a place like Hong Kong. There is also radiation tests for food done by the co-ops and prefectural government. Matsushima is great and is worth the trip back. Stay overnight at enjoy sunrise over the bay.

[@egypttheodore3229]

Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@ExodiaPenetrate]

Ironicly Cost Performance is actually a more efficient phrase than Value for money.

[@Markenjiru]

In German we actually say "Preis-Leistung" which means literally "price-performance". Ryotaro must have been a German in a former life.

[@datdia]

With top notch German Sausages (better than British sausages)

[@jaybs1962]

British sausage ? You mean bread gristle tube !

[@jaybs1962]

In France it's «rapport qualité-prix», lit. "ratio quality-prix"

[@rdmz135]

I remember somewhere he said that he used to live in Germany.

[@jjaus]

We were just in Sendai. Saw the statue from the castle and went there. Also went to the restaurant near our hotel which ONLY served tongue. Japan is amazing. We just ate, walked and ate.

[@egypttheodore3229]

Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@Paintplayer1]

I watched Umarvellous all the way through and it was amazing, I'm now a Monkey Majik fan!

[@n.archer2176]

Just got a job today and Chris uploaded..it’s a good day :)

[@stanleybrhm]

Congratulations on your new job!!

[@n.archer2176]

Thank you 😁

[@boobysr]

May your luck and Chris' like bless me on my job hunt. *prayer hands

[@ElectricPyroclast]

@@jayroi1814 Better than being a basement dweller pouting angry remarks at people

[@novanettle7497]

Chris. Ryotaro. Your timing is perfect! I'm nearing the beginning to the end of my trip in Japan and I head for Sendai tomorrow (lest a typhoon stop me)! Really got some nice tips for my stay there!

[@moment3634]

You're literally one of my favourite youtube channels, the quality of all your videos is just 👌👌👌 Get so hyped when you upload

[@Markenjiru]

Same, dude, same.

[@MickaelCromwell]

Oh god I've been a fan of Monkey Majik for years, didn't expect to see this collab.. Name a more iconic trio ?

[@pranaysingh586]

Ryotaro is a great addition to your videos. He adds the fun. Your funny banter with him brings smile. Keep it up

[@chadnakaoka9828]

Chris, as a Sendai resident, I am so glad that you finally made a video about the city.

[@jellybeesplease]

My partner and I stayed on the coast part of Shichigahama. (near Shiogama) It was absolutely magical! We had to walk for an hour or so to the nearest supermarket for food and on occasion we would wander out to and find some local restaurants/cafes. There was an amazing fish market, that served ramen and all sorts. Everything was so fresh! Also the locals were so forgiving and lovely (despite my terrible Japanese.) Can't wait to go again one day..

[@vladomontezuma626]

Ryotaro, born in Sendai in 1718, he is living in Sendai for 300 years. :D

[@KaRuNaRuGa]

He's the Japanese Highlander. "Ryo-lander".

[@sub4rctic]

Goby fish are small when full-grown. Like sardines or smelt. There is no reason to throw them back.

[@Antoniusness]

*Risottoro

[@suineg1]

True celebrity !

[@すだち-l7b]

すげぇ！すげぇ！！ここでウマーベラスが聴けるなんて誰も予想できないよ！ MONKEY MAJIK大好きだから感激…！

[@mikehadlow399]

I lived in Sendai for two years in the 1990's. Had a wonderful time. Such a beautiful part of the world. Watching this was much natsukashii.

[@egypttheodore3229]

From 1999 to 2006 Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@groovinrooben]

I'm currently in Japan now for vacation. I've been following a lot of your advice and what to do and eat. I leave Saturday but I'm so glad I got to visit and that I had lots of great experiences. I haven't left Tokyo but next time I come here I'm definitely leaving tokyo and going to Osaka, Kyoto, Sendai, and maybe even Aomori.

[@squizzlekicks9057]

The quality of this video is almost as if it had been made for TV. Keep up the great work Chris, and I look forward to the videos from your ride!! As for the "Melt in the mouth" substitute, how about "Dissolve in the hole" xD

[@EthanfromEngland-]

Wagyu beef desolidifies in your face orifice mmmmmm....

[@quintinking3057]

This Wagyu is delicious! It just dissolves in your face hole. YUM!

[@quintinking3057]

Wagyu beef is simply marvelous! It just liquefies in your phiz gap! That's my favorite one xD

[@AmbivalenceIX]

Ethan Cox deliciously deconstructing cow.

[@happydolphin1432]

Most famous and tastiest flesh of a cow, bull, or ox, used as food called Wagyu beef, or more specificaly, Sendai Wagyu beef is in process of becoming liquified due to the increased temperature of the opening and cavity in the lower part of the human face, surrounded by the lips, through which food is taken in and vocal sounds are emitted.

[@buttert5091]

9/10 for creativity awesome, plus you got pple really giving good answers

[@SatishKumar41]

"Cost performance" and "beating the sea for twenty minutes" made me laugh so much and "bround breaking" was another laugh riot. I love Chris's sarcasm especially in this video where he mentioned about Ryokaro living in Sendai since three hundred years :D

[@timlarsson]

Really enjoy videos about Sendai! I've had a penpal from Sendai for almost a decade, and seeing videos about the place always feel special! :)

[@timlarsson]

Also I just subscribed... apparently? I distinctly remembered subscribing well.. 2 years or more ago... ? That's odd :o

[@egypttheodore3229]

Same here almost a decade, Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@slappymcballs8025]

I spent 2 months in Sendai with the 1-1 ADA stationed in Okianawa Japan to help with the clean up and rebuilding of Sendai.. we lived in the closed Sendai Airport as we moved cars and cleared out schools. always wanted to go back.

[@kansaibeyond]

omg I think I squealed a little when I saw Blaise. I love monkey majik and I saw them once in Canada, another time in Japan. Love them! Been to Sendai twice and loved it both times~ tbqh though, I didn't like Matsushima as much as I should. If you have a drone, then yes you can catch that aerial shot but I found Amanohashidate and Miyajima much, much more beautiful.

[@qbmac2306]

Mate from what you've told us about your life in Japan, you've spent waaay more than just 24 hours in Sendai.

[@sub4rctic]

Be gone, *INCUBATOR.*

[@triciaduffield5971]

Ah! Blaise! I saw you perform with Yuzuru Hanyu - and he is the reason I am visiting Sendai. Great video and I can't wait to be there!

[@laurenroth5972]

My normal Sendai circut as a history obsessed Masamune fan: -Zunda Shake at Sendai-eki -Lunch at a donburi place I found -Gotta visit Zuihoden, Date Masamune's resting place -Sendai City Museum -Sendai Castle Ruins -Dinner at Date no Gyutan -A skyscraper down town so I can see the city during sunset I'm super happy I'll be in Tohoku next year as an ALT, and I can't wait to return to my favorite city!

[@MyLifeJapanTV]

You had me at “Zunda Shake.” 😋😋😋

[@TheSzoszo12]

SO when I was in Japan, I heard this amazing song in my favorite pub, that I was a frequent in, and I asked about it. The title is, as you might have guessed it, Umarvelous. And I listened to it a bit, and forgot about it. Until know. Thank you. I might start to listen to Monkey Majik ;)

[@ghyoutube112]

I really thought the Daikannon was a strange place... The fact it was built in the middle of fucking nowhere and not on some sacred mountain is really beyond me

[@AbroadinJapan]

Yeah, don't bother going in. Looks mental from outside and from a distance though. Worthy of a photo.

[@ghyoutube112]

@@AbroadinJapan Actually did go in, but wish I had heeded your advice... Just 108 statues of Buddha in various poses and terribly orange walls

[@manabluerose]

Yeah, it looks so out of place too.

[@neiltiffany4740]

We didn't even know it was there. Doesn't sound like we missed too much. The weather was hazy so didn't see it from the castle.

[@pinkneko13]

Ironically no matter how big they made their statue, nobody had any mercy for them XD

[@kazpitch338]

Dissolves in a ballet of flavour on your palette. It all looks amazing 🤤🥢

[@Michael-fw8dt]

man, idk why youtubers less entertaining and less charismatic than you have more subscribers than you. Youre the only person i can stand to look at haha i dont even want to learn more about Japan but its just good sh*t. good job chris. Respect

[@myramenneighbor4264]

Wow, very nice video. So inspiring to see your journey in Japan. Makes me want to see more of Japan

[@myramenneighbor4264]

Millennial Travel Confessions I actually have been living here for 7 years lol. There are still many places like this I want to see

[@myramenneighbor4264]

Millennial Travel Confessions awesome

[@flickcine]

Risottoro!! Wicked video, guys! Keen as to get there and explore!

[@_Ikelos]

"It dissolves very quickly upon contact with your lingual papillae" "It corrodes at a rather fast pace when enclosed in your oral cavity" "it deliquesces when submerged in the secretion of your salivary glands"

[@thereggub]

Sounds like a dental student

[@ALGOChannel]

I thought the best thing about this video would be discovering new things to do in Sendai but it turns out it was actually an amazing band. Thanks for giving Monkey Majik a shoutout here, I'm obsessed with their music now.

[@Perlmond-ym3jx]

This is easily one of my favourite videos! A good peace of art from Dave in Japan.

[@aboutblank7457]

10:30 Screw Einstein! I want to walk in your footsteps Chris :D

[@Sirblader11]

oh snap its that dude from that trippy music video i saw the other day

[@architaylor5553]

2 years at least 10 watches of this video and I still don’t know who your on about lol 😂

[@Sirblader11]

@@architaylor5553 umarvelous

[@margaretkh3928]

Love ur personality Chris!!❤ Hopefully I can meet u when I come to Japan!☺😄😃😎

[@luffy8051]

videos with Ryotaro are always amazing !!

[@pizzawarlord9232]

I really appreciate that you put so much in description. I am planning a trip to Japan and will definitely be going to many of the places you have suggested in your videos. Thank you

[@PokeTwilight]

Never thought I would see the statue of Guanyin(Goddess of Mercy) in Japan. Japan definitely have everything

[@kannakino366]

"COST PERFORMANCE" & "BROUNDBREAKING" 😎😎😎

[@definitelynotetro7954]

but Chris you missed one of the best attractions in Sendai: your apartment

[@dragknot777]

This is probably one of the best Abroad in Japan episodes out there 😯😯

[@AjeetSingh-xq4yb]

I love the combo of Chris and Ryotaro. 13.35 onwards was hilarious with Chris's sarcasm and Ryotaro's energy.

[@patrickfam]

Wow, the beef look awesome... Coincidentally I'm planning a trip to Sendai and Matsushima in December. Your video is one of the best introducing both the place.

[@4ksandknives]

Geez! Blaize has lived in sendai for 18 years!? Rewatching these videos and I missed so much!

[@kcgeil]

Big fan of the Ono Sendai Cyberspace 7 here!

[@wannaknit]

Went to Entsuin Temple today after your recommendation, completely agree how lovely the garden is, really calming, peaceful and green.

[@miisotrash]

My god that Umarvelous is catchy as hell I am regretting finding about this 4 years later but man I am hooked to the song

[@itsrainingcatsanddogs2651]

I love Monkey Majik so much even order their CDs despite the high costs 😉💰💰

[@XP_PP]

They're so cute together. Their chemistry makes the videos much more engaging.

[@GetGermanized]

Thanks for the video! (: I want some of that beef now O_O

[@GetGermanized]

Oh, one question...how do you like the GH5? I thought about getting it but heard the autofocus can be a problem?

[@mattyamamoto5554]

I want you to shut up.

[@B0dybagBen]

After watching a lot of these videos, i've come to the conclusion that Ryotoro is extremely intelligent and has a great knowledge of the history of Japan and it's people.

[@shimauma9577]

Matsushima is a great place to visit. Watched some old bloke make some kokeshi dolls which made for reasonably priced souvenirs.

[@rsmith02]

That was Naohide Kokeshi. He rebuilt the shop in his '80s after it was trashed in the tsunami. Respect.

[@moditb3247]

I can't believe the fact that he's the guy who sang fruits basket ed song

[@trevorrandom]

Love the look of this place ☺

[@Esoliken]

I definitely come for Ryotarou. He's the best looking.

[@Boertje247]

I love Sendai! I'm not going to post my favorite izakaya, but in over 8 visits, I've never seen another western patron. But near the shopping area, there are loads of great izakayas. And don't forget the discount priced food at the luxury food court in department store Mitsukoshi. And the Aeon department stores often have a to-go food departments that have great offerings at very reasonable prices. If you're stuck out late or need a snack, the Lawson, 7-11, or Family convenience stores offer excellent coffee, sandwiches, sushi, bakery goods that are very good, unlike American convenience stores, which you would only consume if you were starving, and maybe, not even then!😜

[@egypttheodore3229]

Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@freeflare6338]

2 years after posting and this is still driving views to that song. Which is awesome, so thank you.

[@ijsklont]

Still in Sendai today and went to the wagyu place yesterday. It really was amazi

[@Xosidhe]

You forgot to film yourself skating at Yuzuru Hanyu’s rink

[@MrRfreese]

Is it just me or do Ryotoro's shirts get smaller and smaller every video lol

[@tyynymyy7770]

They might have to change the platform soon. Cycling without helmet, bathing half naked, eating meat... Now this. This channel is not for kids.

[@sodacushion2815]

He’s going for the simon cowell look

[@springfieldleo6184]

PG13 Lol

[@mattkemerait]

Your production value over the years has improved exponentially. Your channel is one of my favorites! Keep up the good work! That statue is so bada$$ I wish the U.S. would throw some giant statues up.

[@grumpus5248]

Sendai's on my list of cities to visit if and when I can ever make my own journey across Japan.

[@ASAPDans]

yes i choose to refresh my feed one time before sleep and man was it worth it :D

[@crystalcoffin9536]

MONKEYMAJIKKKKKKKK. Damn, what a childhood icon.

[@supermariozzzzzzzzzz1403]

Mori mori mori....MORIOH-CHO RADIO!!!

[@blurglebox]

what a beautiful duwang

[@GeneralChangFromDanang]

@@blurglebox "What a beautiful duwang" said the bridesmaid to the waiter.

[@mastemathedank4043]

@@GeneralChangFromDanang yes but what a shame What a shame the poor groom's bride *has already been touched by Killer Queen*

[@LadyEclairMinecraft]

Little do you know Chris, Ryotaro's Kitchen IS the channel I've been waiting for!

[@tacodias]

That song is absolute 🔥🔥🔥

[@marieclaireasseko]

You just added a 12th city to 21 day-stay in Japan! Can't wait!

[@faridfarid1336]

Holy A5 wagyu! you get to hang out with the guy from Monkey Majik? i had never been this envious. bless you

[@markcastillo2622]

Chris is friends with a member of monkey majik? Wtf, that is so freaking awesome 😍

[@babara560]

子供の頃に、大観音像見に行きました笑 そして、ずんだシェイクは本当に美味しい。

[@Wuozlinga]

I've stayed at Ishinomaki last year to visit a Japanese friend of mine and she quite literally showed me all of the spots that are in this video haha. I can definitely approve, those are some beautiful places!

[@NINIC1337]

I’ve heard about this town through JoJo’s bizarre adventure. It’s the mangaka’s home town and the base of the town “Morioh” which appears in part 4 of the manga and anime. Don’t mean to be too much of a dumb weeb tho lol.

[@tulangkerangka1599]

Nice info dude, i completly forgot that morioh is based on sendai

[@egypttheodore3229]

Sendai is the best city in japan not only in Tohoku prefecture but in whole Japan ! It has that (country+city) vibe, both combined. The nature there is outstanding no place on earth can come close!

[@edimar838]

The British Accent Smuggler is back at it again.

[@co0kii]

The music at the beginning is Siesta by Nicao. Heard it before in a cinema ad and took me forever to find the title.

[@ianwilde5379]

Greetings Fortress Phuket!! I have been watching your show for years I'm surprised I have never come commented, it's my favourite show on KZbin. I particularly love this episode as soon as this nightmare that we all living in right now is over I fully intend to come and see Sendai!

[@nevdoc]

The Japan Tourist Board must be melting all over this vid. I've never considered visiting Sendai, but will now. Wagyu beef is deliquescent.