48 Hours Living in Tokyo's Best Capsule Hotels (and surviving off vending machines)

We lived in 4 different capsule hotels in Tokyo, and ONLY ate from vending machines 😂 I think we finally redeemed our first nightmare experience!
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Episode 876 | Filmed February 2023 | #Tokyo #Japan #capsulehotel
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Who are Kara and Nate?!
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Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, we got married 2013 and were super “normal.” I was a teacher and Nate started a small printing business from the spare bedroom of our apartment.
We discovered the world of “travel hacking” while planning our honeymoon & became addicted ;)
So after 2 years of obsessively saving $35k and over 2 million miles and points, we sold our cars and apartment and left home January 10, 2016 for a “one year” trip around the world.
Our goal was to see as many places as possible before we ran out of money and went back home to “normal life.” We started this travel vlog to share our experiences with friends and family, but quickly fell in love with living on the road and found a new passion for capturing our travels through video. So we did everything we could to keep going.
4 years later, we achieved our new goal of visiting 100 countries and all 7 continents. We had no plans to slow down, until 2020 forced us to ;) Which is when we bought a converted van to start exploring our own country for the first time.
After ~2 years of van life, we are back to full time traveling! And now we are finding the best adventures the world has to offer :)
We are incredibly grateful to be able to continue doing something we love every day. 😊🎥🌎 Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey :)
00:00 Capsule hotels & vending machines
03:01 Capsule hotels 1&2
07:14 TeamLab date night
10:33 night 1
12:47 24 hours of vending machines
22:16 Capsule hotels 3&4
26:40 eating bugs from a vending machine
31:28 Miles and Points 101
32:21 Bloops

[@LimoneSoda]

The fact that Nate waited 2 hours just to eat the onigiris with Kara is so cute ❤️

[@FrantasticFood]

“Rice triangles”. LOL

[@ahnojunkmail]

If you didn’t think Kara and Nate were couple goals, watch them reunite after one sleep 🥹🫶

[@theastrodim]

Aren’t they the cutest! 🥹🥰

[@flaval4210]

Can only hope to find love like they got

[@minaelia8034]

Every time I watch them I think I wanna get married

[@Dustnthewen]

Oops I "accidently" hit the thumbs down in case anyone saw that. I fixed it. Cheers

[@jansmith3158]

does anyone think that these capsule hotels look like prisons?

[@itsroblaw]

the interaction with the couple at the bug vending machine made me smile so big. i love when people just get to interact with other people and transcend any language barriers and be good to one another. it was so sweet. :)

[@flyingthenest]

Can you guys just permanently move to Japan! Absolutely love seeing your vlogs here!!

[@KaraandNate]

Thanks guys!!! I’d happily live there for awhile 😍🙌🏻🍙🍜🌸

[@YusufAbdulrahman1]

@@KaraandNate ♥️♥️🤗🤗

[@gaguy1967]

Japan doesn’t let outsiders live there

[@yourtypicalkurd]

Same!

[@cecesheart32]

@@gaguy1967 there’s a lot of foreigners that live in Japan. I just watched an African American buy a house in Kyoto and my Aunt attended Sophia University. But I still love Japan irregardless.

[@FireCracker-vd8pq]

"My dinner came with it's own lamp." - Kara, 2023 And this, dear girl, is why we love you. 😂🥰

[@souvenirvideos]

Wishing all who read this comment a very happy Saturday☀️❤️

[@T_P_W_ThachoZenjuan]

Happy Saturday to you as well. ❤️

[@CarbonFeber]

Yes

[@jcarley99]

Thank you! You as well!

[@HalleyAnne]

Yay! Happy Saturday! ❤

[@SevenHunnid]

I do food reviews while I’m high on my KZbin channel, first mexican to hop on the tube & do This bro

[@annesam92]

Kara really delivered the lines in this episode! My favs: "I am the book shelf" and "It's hard being your suga mama" 😂😂😂

[@TheRodsAbroad]

Ok but, Nate talking to random strangers and convincing them to eat bugs with him is the Nate era I’m here for!

[@andreasommer5875]

Hahahah I love that the reason she didn’t want to eat bugs was not because she was scared to but rather because she’s “already done it so many times” hahah I love you two

[@carolehirsch7315]

They ate some spiders (arachnids, ok) and other bugs in Asia, that worm 🐛 in Africa, maybe some in South America too? Lots of bugs! Bet Nate is happy to hold the camera while she eats them!

[@deniseolmstead6415]

Oh my gosh, I was enjoying the episode so much and then you invited strangers to eat bugs with you and that has to my favorite part! They were so sweet. I'm a high anxiety introvert and literally living vicariously through you! Awesome video!

[@carolehirsch7315]

Not only did they eat the bugs, they subscribed to their KZbin channel too! I guess the local couple didn’t hold it against K&N (aka too cute and nice guy!).

[@user-vw9rm9cp8c]

Led me to think

[@gwinnsontheloose]

"I'm so used to saying we" might be the most loving thing I've ever heard

[@DracoMalfoy994]

“Kinda bored without Kara” so cute!❤

[@Briellaxmichelle]

I love that they get recognized world wide from their travel vlogs 😭

[@noelsworldtraveldiscovery]

👍

[@bearin29]

100%|!

[@graemejohnson9025]

I Suffer from a compromised Autoimmune System.. I asked My Doctor, and Dietician, to Look into AG1.. and is it Healthy..? Both Replied, All you will have is? Expensive Pee.. it's American BS... Dietician said, it's healthier to Just Eat a Banana.. because all the ingredients listed can't be absorbed from a liquid..

[@fishybusiness5654]

You know it’s a good day when Kara and Nate upload ❤

[@13rizzlian]

Facts!!

[@kinleyb5859]

kara and nate seem like such kind and genuine people. they're so good for each other and the way they bond is just so amazing and i wish everyone could experience a relationship like that.

[@godfusi]

Kara has the most infectious personality. So adorable. Love you guys from SA.🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@jaimeknoble3315]

I had to laugh when Nate was recognized in the locker room at a random capsule hotel in Tokyo. When Kara said "I got you, boo" when asked who was paying for their date, I busted up laughing. The food and the TeamLab experience were so crazy amazing and unique, I love that this was where you guys went for date night. Japan seems like vending machine Heaven with the cotton candy and cake-in-a-can machines. Getting the couple to eat vending machine bugs with you was too funny. They were adorable and I LOVE that they came up to talk to you after and subscribe to your channel. As cool as the capsules in a library were, it felt a lot like coffins and I definitely think Nate got the better capsule that time.

[@carolehirsch7315]

The book and bed I’ve seen on other people’s channels and they are just plywood. It’s like they didn’t bother to finish the wood, no varnish or lacquer or paint or anything!

[@marieked]

You can also get beer out of vending machines, and it’s basically an honour system for being the right age.

[@cynthialewis4938]

We all know Kara picked that library for the real coffee to be right at her feet! lol But I deff thought "coffin" when she said, "Square, wooden, box" 🤨

[@espiritm9]

Even though the library one looked like a coffin, not having paint or varnish actually makes it healthier to stay in and less pollution exposure prone. That's why she had one of her best sleep there. Of course Nate's room seemed more comfy.

[@mountainman8982]

Amen

[@mikaelagrace4167]

Kara’s “it’s hard being your sugar mama” KILLED ME 😂😂 Also its my birthday today and a video was the best present ever 🤍✨

[@lizzyk8839]

Happy birthday, hope you have a wonderful weekend 🎉

[@broganmccabe9488]

“I’m literally the book shelf” 😂 Kara having an interstellar moment ❤ Loved the episode guys! I was in Tokyo 8 years ago and you’ve reminded me of all the gems 😍

[@FireCracker-vd8pq]

You know you've made it big when the only person you see in a random Tokyo capsule hotel knows who you are and watches your videos. 🤗🥰

[@gingermany6223]

This takes me back! The original capsule hotel episode was one of the first that I watched back in 2016, so glad you were able to redeem yourself Nate!

[@linnea9017]

Same here. I have missed these vlogs so soo much. They are the original K-M and so much fun.

[@christinag4601]

I love you guys splitting up a bit, really fun to watch your separate experiences!

[@Duo7831]

26:21 the way the guy at the back threw that thing on the ground 😂😂😂

[@gretchenwilliams5786]

Love waking up on Saturday morning to watch these! Coffee and Kara and Nate, the perfect duo

[@KaraandNate]

☕️💗☺️

[@Avatartocaworldandmore]

@@KaraandNate hello my name is Ariana became a fan for 6 years

[@denisewilson8465]

The only couple that can make capsule hotels and vending machines this much fun!!❤

[@jessicab.]

Right

[@allenjaque]

One of the funniest and relatable episodes I've watched so far! Thank you guys and happy birthday Nate!

[@eviec1819]

Every video of yours brings me so much joy! You guys seem like some of the most lovely, brightly minded people with such a great outlook on life and love for each other. Thank you for sharing everything you do for all these years now💖

[@tommckinney1489]

Yes! The old Kara and Nate are baaaack!! Staying in cheapo hotels and eating cheapo food. Love it!

[@ellascoastal]

I honestly could watch kara and nate for hours. And i do. I love watching your videos. From Nate bringing kara coffee in bed, to karas amazing personality. I love these two. Thank you guys so much!❤

[@JenniferHernandez-pv5mi]

You two are so refreshing ty for sharing ❤️ 🎉

[@elandjjtravel]

We absolutely love watching all your videos. It’s great to see how far you have come. Regardless of where others are in life compared to you we’re glad you still live your authentic selves. Keep sharing

[@Kristypuff]

I could NEVER sleep somewhere knowing there is a camera filming me and people could be watching, you got guts girl. Alsooo Kara I honestly didn’t know it was even possible but you look more beautiful every single week😍

[@jameshaddan8538]

Great video you two…it’s a perfect example of why this is my favourite travel channel…wonderful storytelling. I’m continually impressed how you both create compelling narrative arcs in these short videos. While I watch a number of other travel channels…and all of them help inspire my own travels…your travel stories connect with me in the most authentic ways.

[@KaraandNate]

Thank you so much James ❤️

[@leensalocin]

I love it when Kara and Nate do these type of challenges/videos because we get to see a different side of both of them (and I mean that in the best way) 😇🤩❤️

[@Haley-ne6or]

I’ve never been to Japan but it’s been a bucket list item of mine for a long time and videos like this just make me wanna go even more. It just seems like such a fascinating culture. Where else do you find capsule hotels and weird vending machines around every corner?

[@jackiefontaine]

It feels good to be back!!! I have watched almost every single episode. I’ve watched this channel for 3 years now, I’ve been struggling with mental health and my sobriety 😞 ur channel lets me escape my home life and how negative mine is. You bring soooo much positivity in my really dark world. I can’t wait to catch up on the past 3 videos. 😊 You have no idea how much your videos mean to me. A couple times before you have liked my comment ❤ it would make my day to get another like.

[@ssjess2504]

I'm so sorry you are going through a rough time. I struggled with sobriety for a long time. I'm thankfully over a year sober. Your mental health is so important. You can do it! Reach out for help. Don't suffer alone. ❤❤❤

[@forsythshelby]

I´m so sorry to hear that

[@jaylward7216]

Same I've watched then for just as long. And I think times up on them being humble. Got me through so much hard times. But yeah. Love you even if I don't know you.

[@jackiefontaine]

@@jaylward7216 love you as well! Thanks so much for sharing that too!!!

[@jackiefontaine]

@@ssjess2504 I appreciate it Thankkk uuu! I’m 3 months. I had 2.5 years. Feels good to be back. Things at home have really been making it hard, and when things aren’t good, u don’t keep up on what you do have that’s good in ur life… Kara and Nate are my saving grace.

[@jasonpacific5661]

You 2 are natural tonics for feeling good! Like 2 happy puppies who instantly cheer everyone up 💗🎶

[@lexoxoxoxoxo169]

That couple was soooo sweet, I really loved seeing people interact with you guys in that way. Super special and cute ❤😂

[@Crimetowers]

I love how sweet u guys are to ur fans, that's very uncommon for KZbinrs. Just shows how humble and greatful y'all still are

[@Cm-lp4mu]

I’d feel so awkward popping out of the library capsule 😂 everyone just chilling and you just pop out “oh hellooo” 😂

[@melaniec1118]

Are these the only 2 days that Nate hasn’t brought you coffee? I like your Miss Independent adventures and since I still call myself the “100 Country party bug table lady” I’m proud of you for not giving up on doing the hard stuff. You guys are the best and always make me feel better! Keep on having fun!

[@alexandriiakilby5082]

I may be going to Japan in June for my brothers wedding and this Japan series is making me SO EXCITED. love the video as always! 😊

[@pallabi.5]

Kara and nate never fails to amaze me😌💚🍀

[@JustOneQuestion]

2016 Kara is a blast from the past haha thanks for the many years of entertainment guys, your everest basecamp series hooked me and I've never looked back :)

[@chetanveersidhu753]

Love how you are slowing changing and diversifying the content 🔥...... We absolutely need more challenge videos

[@ker109]

Found myself smiling from ear to ear watching this video! ❤ You guys are so great. :)

[@leek6068]

oh gosh waiting to eat the onigiri together was insanely cute and you two bonding with the locals was maybe even cuter. u guys r great

[@imdrewdoes]

Great video guys! Capsule hotels are such an amazing concept and I hope they keep popping up in more countries :)

[@kohenjohns2869]

Y’all’s first Tokyo series is what has inspired to dream of visiting Japan one day!

[@presleyharrison4611]

Love this video!! Kara and Nate always make my day

[@jadesans1546]

That looked so fun! thank you both for always making my day!

[@Gesinia]

Kara is too funny! 😂 love seeing her personality in every video

[@deborahpaxton2574]

I love it. You guys are a Tag Team of the funnies and love the adventures especially going to Tokyo. Best wishes on your travels.

[@benprins8240]

Really enjoyed this Kara and Nate 🙂🙂🙂 Your videos are always interesting, fun, funny and make me smile. You two are awesome.

[@dianaplanas2095]

This was such a cool video. Just love how much you guys love each other. Couples goals!!!

[@News.happenings.updates]

Watching this is like you guys are on a date everyday… Its awesome and healthy… Loveeee ❤ it… its a good therapy for couples too..

[@erinwilms9459]

Your Japan series has been so great - we are planning a trip to Japan this summer and you are giving me so many great tips! Can’t wait to go to Team Lab, ride the trains, and eat lots and lots of ramen

[@tomawen5916]

I give credit to Kara and Nate for doing this video and experience. I have seen other capsule hotel videos but watching bubbly Kara living the "capsule life" is hilarious and entertaining. Love the "eating out of vending machines". If I did this I would get ejected for snoring too loud and then arrested in damaging a vending machine.....Great video!

[@YusufAbdulrahman1]

I wish your video's daily but i know u are working harder to make us happy thank you kara and nate for existing♥️♥️

[@ramblynrocketeer]

Thanks for making our day better! Sending Aloha from Kauai 🌴

[@celesterakhale7496]

This was a hugely entertaining video you guys!Great fun!

[@discoverglutenfreedom8234]

I love your longer videos! Possibly because I’m really interested in travel, it’s helpful to see the boring in between things like navigating transport, getting lost and mundane things like naming the suburbs or regions you’re staying in and how much things cost 👌🏻

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video folks! Thanks for making it.

[@kariannandgreg]

Look at Kara being all independent! Get it! Love your videos! Keep up the good work!

[@georgewang6036]

Japan is getting cooler! Your vlogs are getting more professional! Love you both, Nate and Kara! ❤ Hope to see you both back in Formosa! P.S. there are actual ramen, sushi, and sashimi vending machines in JP!

[@sachie]

its so interesting to see how much nate's accent has mellowed out since his 2016 videos! 😂

[@brendahone2509]

This one is one of my favorites. I like that you bring experiences that we will never have. I thank you!!!!

[@nes2293]

Loved this video. Just 2 days ago I was in Tokyo and I can completely sympathise with Kara. I got lost at least a dozen times when using Tokyo metro!

[@amandab6472]

Loved this video!! Nice to see Kara as Miss Independent and seeing Nate manage to be on the camera by himself! It always makes me smile seeing the adorableness/playfulness between you two! From the "dinner date" to the arcade games! Always cute to have the playfulness in a relationship! However my favorite thing was how even though you both were separate, you were talking about the same topics i.e Kara's "tardiness" 😂 So cute! You two always make me smile! Can't wait for the next video! But I wonder if you guys can do a challenge of 24-48 hours apart with ZERO communication the entire time. And see how you both do; kinda like this challenge, but no meet ups or cell phone communication at all. Would you be up for the challenge? 🤔 #karaandnate

[@emporiumguy]

Favorite video in a long time! Love the throwback to vlog#1!!

[@pegedey1291]

Lovely to see you each reunite.

[@CampOutWest]

We're meant to be working on our homestead and instead we've taken a break to watch this 😅 so worth it!

[@SkyeGussenhoven]

I am literally leaving for Tokyo in 2 HOURS for a school trip and this is making me SOOOOO excited!!!! I love your videos!!!!

[@kamillweaver2027]

Sending lots of love your way!! Can’t wait to see your journey emotionally and physically grow!!

[@dylancleary5237]

Every time i watch y’all’s videos, I realize at some point I have a big smile on my face that lasts the whole time. 😊 Thanks for bringing a smile to my face every video ❤

[@CuteKitty231]

You guys are amazing with your consistency and amazing production quality!!

[@alsadventuresofficial]

Doing solo trips once in a while can be empowering 😊

[@Max_brook742]

I love your videos guys, they are all helpful for travel!

[@shirleyle1194]

Kara girl you so brave! Y’all are great thanks for sharing amazing videos!

[@carolineindacityphx]

Loved this episode. Although I am not sure about the capsule hotels. I would not be able to sleep cos I would feel claustrophobic. Craig and Aimee also went to the Team Labs exhibition. That looked so cool! Thanks for another wonderful episode. PS: I prefer when you are both together on your trips ❤️

[@alfiejackson5623]

Only 5 minutes in but I can tell this video will be amazing as always, hope you are having fun!

[@madmousetales]

this whole videos activities are going on my bucket list!!!

[@jj-if6it]

That touch screen restaurant towards the end of the video is an introverts dream

[@nicolec6032]

Just made my Saturday morning y’all!!!

[@SAVE_THE_KOALAS_please]

They made my Saturday morning too❤

[@jennifermassie7227]

Mine too!!❤🇨🇦❤🇨🇦❤

[@Loved1121]

Same!!!

[@meghnasaldanha1631]

Why’d I shed a tear when Kara and Nate met up for a date, too cute

[@lesshustlemorecoffee]

You guys are a hoot! Love watching you on my lunch hour to get some laughs and fun! Thx for doing a great job 👏!

[@mayanderes9084]

That couple by the bug vending machine were SO SWEET 🥰🥰🥰🥹🥹

[@kattheshrink]

I was busy running around Tokyo last weekend and went to Team Lab on Monday. I literally saw the vegan ramen sign and wondered if it was good, so I’m glad y’all tried it. Seriously though, TeamLab Planets, you all need to see it, folks!

[@cap8130]

Hi guys!!! Loved this episode. I would love to go to Japan one day. It's on my bucket list! The culture is so amazing....and the food!!! The ramen looks amazing. I would be so claustrophobic in the capsules though, ngl. Have a great week! Hugs and kisses xoxox Carrie

[@heathersherrer6581]

i love yalls videos and you remind me you can do anything you put your mind to

[@michaelb3945]

My wife and I enjoy all your videos. And while I seldom leave a comment, I have to say we really enjoyed this one for the humor. Your personalities really shined. Lots of chuckles!😅

[@ssjess2504]

Saw that little peek of y'all with Craig and Aimee! So fun! These capsule hotels always fascinate me. And all the vending machines! I love your challenges. I just spent a sick sick with a bad stomach virus and watched a lot of your challenge videos again to keep me entertained ❤😂

[@KaraandNate]

Awwww hope you feel better!!

[@msanto01]

Can I just say how cute it is that you all still miss each other after sleeping alone for one night? 😊😊

[@teeteeiren9748]

The first video I ever watched of you two (years ago) was in an airport capsule; so thanks for the memories!!!

[@ranjinirajainfilm]

always smiling watching you two!

[@jj-if6it]

I think I'd go crazy if I had to spend 24/7 all the time with my partner! Love some alone time. I don't know if that's empowering, but it seems normal to me haha. It also helps to miss them a bit so you appreciate being back together again

[@hannahlawter6447]

Love Love Love these guys! Kara has the sweetest voice and most uplifting attitude, Nate is super fun and active and has such a love for his wife! My husband, our 3 little boys and I all love watching your adventures! Your videos make for great family watching :)

[@sky02148]

You guys are awesome. Thanks for sharing and as always stay safe, safe travels, and God bless love ya Nancy

[@100percentdope]

I’m definitely loving the pop up video style facts that have been in the videos!!

[@nowherech]

Really nice Vlog! We are in Finland also trying to discover and make Vlog and Docureportages of this country 🤩🇫🇮

[@giulianobonaldo2995]

Super! 🎉💪🏻

[@nowherech]

✨👍🏻